Mom Strength

Surabhi Veitch interviews Sophia Dhrolia, where they discuss their journey into parenting. From meeting their wife (on Plenty of Fish!) to their Bollywood romance, we talk about how they had kids as a queer couple. You’ll laugh, you’ll cry and you’ll learn so much from this incredible human. This is an absolute must-listen and one of my all-time favourite interviews. Here’s what else you’ll find:...

Kegels, or pelvic floor contractions, are a strength exercise often recommended for people with pelvic floor concerns like leaks, prolapse or pain. The problem is, Kegels often make these symptoms WORSE, and can be really problematic. Kegels can worsen pain with seggs, exacerbate leaks and even create more symptoms of heaviness. Tune into this episode so learn why NOT to do Kegels! . Links & R...

Are before and after pictures representative of a person’s health? Should we celebrate someone when we see these pictures? Does it make you feel less than or ashamed of yourself? What are we not seeing when we see these photos? Do health and fitness coaches also show photos of their clients who don’t have drastic changes in their body? Check out this episode to hear my thoughts on why I think befo...

When someone asks if you’re pregnant and you’re not, when someone points out you must be going out for a run because you’re trying to lose weight, when someone says you’ve put on a lot of weight, what do you do? How do you respond? If you’ve been shamed for your body or had inappropriate comments from family, friends or perfect strangers, this episode is for you. Remember this is not a YOU problem...

This episode contains a trigger warning as we explore pregnancy complications. Surabhi Veitch interviews occupational therapist, Sarah Putt, where they discuss OT, working in early intervention, the challenges of being a mom and so much more! This episode provides valuable insights into pregnancy issues and motherhood in general, equipping you with quality info to guide you through your personal j...

Surabhi Veitch interviews Dr. Whitney Baxter, naturopathic doctor, on practical strategies to improve your digestion and gut health while providing methods to help understand where your symptoms may be coming from. We know this can be an awkward topic for some, but the conversation needs to be had, so join us and learn about this common and surprisingly interesting issue! . We discuss: - Symptoms...

Please note that this podcast episode covers a sensitive topic and may not be suitable for people during pregnancy Surabhi Veitch interviews Breanna Naccarato on how to navigate life after a tragic loss, strategies to conceive after loss, and trigger-free training programs after stillbirth. We dive deep into pregnancy loss without sugarcoating anything, providing practical wisdom for all women. Wh...

Surabhi Veitch interviews Christa Gurka, physical therapist and 7-figure business owner. We chat strategies to start a business while being a mom, growing your business to the next level and co-parenting tips that make sure your kids get their best start. As a successful business owner and mom to older children, Christa shares valuable lessons, words of encouragement and empowerment for newer moms...

Surabhi Veitch interviews Dr. Whitney Baxter, naturopathic doctor, on polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), including symptoms, treatments and tips for living with PCOS. We discuss: - What is PCOS? -What are the main symptoms of PCOS? -How does a PCOS diagnosis work? -The main causes of PCOS -Is there treatment for PCOS? (short answer - yes!) -Which is better? - Natural vs Medical Treatments -Importan...

Birth can be magical, beautiful and powerful. With negative birth stories and horror stories shared widely, I have been hesitant to share my very positive, beautiful birth story. However, I realized that in sharing my story, it doesn’t take away from anyone else’s story. Every birth is different. And I know the importance of hearing positive stories when media is quick to portray long, arduous and...

Surabhi Veitch interviews fellow pregnancy and postpartum athleticism (P&PA) coach Jamie Straker, mom of 2, where we bust the “shoulds” and pressure we put on ourselves during pregnancy and postpartum. We discuss strategies to transition from postpartum into exercise, making life easier, and getting you stronger! This episode explores common fears and worries during postpartum, giving you ways...

💫Are you struggling to connect with your core postpartum? 💫Are you finding it difficult to strengthen your core? 💫Do you find your core just doesn't feel the same after having a baby? With all the abdominal stretching and diastasis recti that happens during pregnancy, it is common to have difficulty connecting with your core in those early weeks postpartum. But why do so many hav...

Are you ready to move beyond DIY Fitness? Want to maintain your athleticism through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond ? If you’re a busy mom or mom-to-be , and: -you have movement and athletic goals -you’re looking for movement that meets you where you’re at, and considers the stage of life you’re in -you want movement that honours your core and pelvic floor , and any symptoms you may be having lik...

Michelle Lyons and Surabhi Veitch talk about hormonal changes during postpartum, strategies for navigating perimenopause and how to maximize healing postpartum! Learn whether you can really blame it on hormones, what is at fault, and how to test for hormonal imbalances. . We discuss: - Importance of celebrating muliebrity - the art of being a woman - How and why do hormones change in postpartum? -...

Surabhi Veitch interviews Amanda Vecchiola about surrogacy, parenting through a surrogacy journey, and common misconceptions about the surrogacy process. Whether you’re considering surrogacy, have never considered it, are pregnant or plan to be pregnant, listen to this extremely inspiring and affirming episode. . We discuss - Amanda’s own journeys into motherhood - How did she know she wanted to d...

Surabhi Veitch interviews amazing teacher, yoga instructor, and human, Wini Linguvic. We discuss how yoga is a tool that can be used to make us feel better, and how it is for everyone - even if you are not flexible, injured or feel like you don’t have enough time. We explore how yoga can be used to reach a state of meditation, where our mind is clear, focused and attentive to our bodies. We highli...

Transitioning to having any number of kids is hard! In this episode, I share my personal experience and my honest perspective on the transition from 1 to 2 kids. In a society that conditions you to want to have at least 2 kids, I challenge that and invite you to consider whether more kids is something you truly want. I reflect on other common concerns, the mixed feelings (let’s normalize that, ya?...

Surabhi Veitch interviews pelvic physiotherapist, runner, mom, and former-APTA president, Dr. Carrie Pagliano, on returning to physical exercise postpartum. We bust common myths in the postpartum community that may be stunting your progress. Carrie also explains how ‘experts’ don’t always have the answers, and provides tips to get the most out of your consultation. We explore the importance of per...

Come and join this conversation with Anita Lambert as we discuss pregnancy and the keys to birth preparation. She shares her story about her past pregnancies and the vital lessons she has learnt through her experience as a mother and as a Pelvic Physiotherapist. She shares the tips and tricks she gives her clients, which help prepare your body for pregnancy, birth and beyond. Anita also provides g...

Come and join this conversation with Dr. Shanté Cofield (aka the Maestro), where we discuss how to create your best life! We discuss how making mistakes , taking risks and training our nervous system can help us feel safe , learn and grow! We also explore how to build true inner-confidence through ‘confidence borrowing’, self-acceptance and reflecting upon challenging experiences. Shanté shares th...

Come and join this conversation with Antony Lo, as we discuss how to navigate through postpartum, return to exercise and your fitness goals. Antony shares his expertise and approach in helping people lift heavy weights and navigate back to their fitness goals postpartum. Antony explores the importance of strength training, highlighting the benefits and surprising results (you’re probably stronger...

Come and join this conversation with dietician Ahuva Magder Hershkop as we discuss how to reduce family mealtime struggles and encourage the whole family to eat healthy. She shares her expertise on raising intuitive eaters, that listen to their bodies, without you constantly reminding them. She also shares valuable insights on how to seamlessly incorporate healthy eating into our busy and complica...

On this Valentine’s Day, let’s talk about the greatest love of all (thank you to the late Whitney Houston), self-love! Self-love determines the actions we take for ourselves. Our daily behaviours and actions, and our self-care, show us that we matter. That we love ourselves. If you struggle to rest, exercise regularly, set boundaries, or choose actions that show yourself love, listen to this episo...

Come join this conversation with Carmen Whitmore as we discuss what it’s like to raise 4 kids, 18 years apart! She shares her story, her adventures and passion, and her approach in raising children with confidence. She shares her wisdom in allowing her kids to be themselves, letting them make mistakes, and accepting them as they are. Could this be the secret to raising confident children? Carmen a...

Come join this conversation with Dr. Danielle Watson as we discuss pregnancy prep for postpartum, and thriving in motherhood. We discuss supporting how to support yourself during each trimester of pregnancy, and how to best care for yourself in the postpartum phase. We also discuss: -how to use pregnancy as a time to connect with and listen to your body -postpartum depletion & prioritizing you...