She Found Motherhood Podcast

Fertility. The fact of the matter is that humans are not that great at reproduction! Even in the best circumstances, a young healthy woman only has about a 15-20% chance of becoming pregnant within one ovulation cycle. All types of fertility require a certain amount of patience and effort - and the good news is that modern medicine has evolved to provide women with a variety of safe and successful...

Physical activity is recommended for pregnant people just as it is for everyone, and evidence suggests that it can help in labour. It can reduce the length of labour and also prepare your body for the physical demands of giving birth. After birth - start with the basics, rehabilitating your muscles and body, and adding one thing at a time as you regain your strength. Tune in to learn more from Rob...

Babywearing is the practice of wearing or carrying a baby in a ring sling, wrap or other type of carrier around the newborn ages. On today’s podcast, we discuss the many benefits of babywearing, how to correctly position your baby when doing so, and the different types of carriers available and their respective characteristics! Joining us are Megan Tennant & Sam Bright, Physiotherapists &...

There are so many reasons why somebody might not be breastfeeding. Everything from traumatic birth, structural issues with the baby and their ability to latch, history of trauma or abuse, or the parent’s neurodiversity may make the sensory input of breastfeeding intolerable. But regardless of the reason, we should never question people’s decisions surrounding this important and personal parenting...

Today’s episode is necessary listening for every prospective or current parent, grandparent, caretaker or even anyone who might be looking to add life-saving to their list of life skills! Because as me and Holly Choi - our wonderful and extremely knowledgeable guest on today’s podcast - conclude at the end of the episode, it's so important that everyone has some life saving skills for their family...

This week we are excited to share Lanie’s birth story about how she brought her (now 5 month old) baby Brinley into the world! Despite being a labour and delivery postpartum and pediatric nurse and advising hundreds of pregnant people, Lanie speaks of being taken by surprise by many aspects of her pregnancy and postpartum journey! While learning about pregnancy and postpartum doesn’t quite measure...

Let’s get pregnant!! Many of us spend a lot of our fertile years learning about how not to get pregnant, and sometimes it can be a disorienting transition when we decide we actually would like to start trying to have a baby! Today we are chatting with Dr. Beth Taylor, a Fertility Specialist at the Olive Fertility Centre in Vancouver. Dr. Taylor offers great insight into the basics of how to get pr...

On today's episode Dr. Sarah chats with Natasha Mills from @mommamillsblog shares her journey through her first pregnancy and birth, and then her unexpected twin pregnancy and her journey through pregnancy, birth and postpartum as a mama of three littles!  Are you pregnant and preparing for birth? Check out our FREE birth plan course here  or visit www.shefoundhealth.ca/birthplancourse I...

You’re getting very sleeeepy….   Getting hypnotized while giving birth!? No no... Hypnobirthing is a learning process with the aim of releasing fear and physical tension to open up to labour and birth.   On today’s podcast, Melanie Bearne (SQHP GHR Reg DipHB) tells us all about hypnobirthing, what it is, who can benefit, and how you can access it!   Melanie is the founder of Better...

Dr. Ellen Forbes, urologist, joins us to discuss the evidence around male newborn circumcision.  She discusses the reasons parents choose to circumcise, what are the risks and benefits of circumcision and how is the procedure done.  For more information check out this great resource.  https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/handouts/pregnancy-and-babies/circumcision www.shefoundhealth.ca

Placenta Previa is a relatively common condition that affects approximately 2/100 pregnant people - including our very own Dr. Alicia who experienced it in both of her pregnancies!   Things that may cause Placenta Previa in pregnant people include:  Advanced maternal age over 35 Infertility treatments Multiparady: Multiple Pregnancies Multiple Gestation: Multiple Placentas Short time bet...

Dr. Alicia shares with us her birth stories. From a post-dates induction to an emergency cesarean birth and a baby in the NICU -  she's experienced it all. She also shares about her postpartum experience and the importance of choosing a feeding plan that works for YOUR family!    www.shefoundhealth.ca/masterclass

Dr. Sarah talks with pelvic physiotherapist Lauren from Core Connections Physio about all things pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain (PRPGP)!  Want to know what pregnancy-related pelvic girdle pain is? What can contribute to it? How a pelvic physiotherapist can help? What you can do at home to improve your PRPGP?  Then this is the podcast for you!  www.shefoundhealth.ca/masterclass

Drs. Sarah and Alicia review what GBS is, who is more likely to have GBS, how we treat Group B Strep in labour, and what illnesses it used to cause in Newborns and how we have reduced this with our current Group B Strep Treatment.  Want to know more about what to expect in childbirth? Check out our online prenatal course!  https://www.shefoundhealth.ca/store

Dr. Pip from @making mama well discusses what to expect in your relationship when you bring a baby home!  How can you prepare and support each other through this time!  @makingmamawell Join our new Preparing for Postpartum Community - The Nesting Community !  15% off if you sign up before June 14, 2021.  https://www.shefoundhealth.ca/the-nesting-community

Dr. Sarah and Noelle, RD review Noelle's three KEY tips to help you prepare for a nourished fourth trimester.  If you're interested in Noelle's course, check out  Your Nourished Pregnancy Bootcamp and use the code SFH20 for 20% off!  And don't forget to check out our postpartum membership, The Nesting Community !

Candace, a middle school teacher turned Doula, joins us to discuss her struggle with fertility, complicated pregnancy journey and that moment when her sweet baby girl was placed on her chest for the first time! We review the need for good childbirth education, a great postpartum support plan and how important it is to understand Newborn Sleep! Check out our online prenatal class at www.shefoundhea...

Dr. Sarah chat's candidly with Erin and Dr. Stephen Mitchell from @couples.counesling.for.parents about the transition from being a couple to being parents and dealing with the challenges of pregnancy loss and parenting while maintaining a relationship.  Erin and Dr. Stephen are the creators of ' Create Your Couple Story ' and have offered our listeners a discount code if you're interested in...

Dr. Rebekah from @Parent like a padiatrician, joins us to discuss the top 5 questions she gets from parents around vaccine safety in their children. How do I know vaccines are safe? What about all the chemicals in vaccines? Isn't natural immunity better? Can I space out the vaccines? Check out her favourite information site for parents:  https://www.chop.edu/centers-programs/vaccine-education...

On today's episode Dr. Sarah talks with Melissa perinatal physiotherapist and Mom about how to care for your pelvic floor and optimize your postpartum recovery.    Melissa has created several incredible and comprehensive online courses that you can find more information about on her website www.mommyberries.com .    And don't forget to use our discount code: shefoundhealth to g...

Dr. Sarah talks candidly with April Boyd, psychotherapist, and coach, and founder of the Love Loss Project about the complexities of navigating friendships after pregnancy and infant loss.    For more information about pregnancy loss and miscarriage, we invite you to listen to our podcast about Miscarriage and Natural Pregnancy Loss.   

Read for some realness?    I chat with lovely Cait (@caitoaks on Instagram) about her two pregnancy and birth stories. I gotta tell you guys, Cait is so real and open about her experiences this is worth a listen! From planned hospital birth with epidural to planned (but fast!) home birth, Cait spares no details and normalizes all the beauty of childbirth and motherhood.    Inte...

Dr. Kelsey Mills, obstetrician and gynaecologist, joins us to discuss how you should care for your postpartum perineum.  We discuss how to give your postpartum vagina the best chance, regardless of whether you had a vaginal delivery or a cesarean section.  Are you asking yourself these questions?  How do I care for my vagina if I have stitches? When is it safe to have sex postpartum...

Heidi, a registered midwife, and Dr. Alicia discuss all things Homebirth!! They discuss the safety, what pregnant people qualify, and who may not for a home birth.  Heidi also describes what preparations need to be done in order to make a safe environment!   don't forget you still need a birth plan if you are having a home birth! Check out our Free Birth Plan Download!  www.shefound...

Drs. Sarah and Alicia review twin pregnancies.  We review the different types of twin pregnancies and how all twin pregnancies are not treated equally!  We review the increased risks to both the pregnant person and the babies, and how we care for these pregnancies differently to help keep everyone safe!  www.shefoundhealth.ca https://www.shefoundhealth.ca/blog/twins