We Go There Podcast

1 in 7 mothers suffer from postpartum depression, and yet they often feel alone or unsure of how to get support. We hope that today’s episode with Toronto based hospital social workers Kayla Deverson & Melissa Luongo can serve as a resource for anyone struggling with their mental health during or after pregnancy. Kayla and Melissa are both pregnant themselves during this interview and they share p...

They wanted a third, and then SURPRISE, it's twins! Lexi shares her big announcement and we dive into unsolicited pregnancy advice, comments on body size, other people's projections, nasty gestational diabetes drinks and much, much more. It's been a long time since Lexi and Nikki have a chat like this on the podcast!  Topics Discussed: Lexi's reaction finding out she's about to have 4 kids under 4...

In this episode Lexi & Nikki are Debunking Diastasis Recti with Munira Hudani, PT. Munira is a Pre and Postpartum Physiotherapist who specifically helps people with Diastasis Rectus Abdominis (DRA) rebuild core strength after having a baby. As a trusted leader in her field, it is her mission to create clarity amongst all the confusion so that more moms with diastasis and core weakness can finally...

Endometriosis is the most common disease that no one really understands. Every year, countless women are forced to leave careers they love, abandon dreams of having children, watch their personal relationships suffer and live in unspeakable pain. We spoke with filmmaker Shannon Cohn about her documentary Endo What and discussed the following:  1.What is Endometriosis? How common is it? Symptoms? R...

From the surprising stats on vasectomies and erectile dysfunction, to the need-to-know info about circumcision - we go there with Urologist Dr. Rena Malik. Some questions answered include: 1. How does tubal ligation compare with a vasectomy procedure? Side effects? 2. Why aren't more people getting vasectomies? Cultural beliefs? 3. What are the global trends around infant circumcision? What do par...

Anne Matthews is a passionate advocate for reproductive health and normalizing the conversation around fertility, labour, loss and menstruation. One of the only Fellows of the American Board for Oriental Medicine in Ontario, Anne practices Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in Toronto. In this episode we discuss: 1. What is AMH? Is it that important for fertility? 2. What do you wish more people kne...

Ahuva Magder Hershkop is a mother of three, a Registered Dietitian and parent feeding coach. Ahuva is the Founder of ARM Yourself Dietetics, a pediatric based nutrition practice in Toronto focused on working with families to ditch the mealtime stress, address picky eating, and supporting families in raising intuitive eaters. In this episode we discuss: 1) Unhelpful phrases like "clean your plate"...

Sex after baby? We go there with Vanessa and Xander Marin. She’s a sex therapist with 20 years of experience and he’s a regular dude. Together they’re the shockingly open, slightly nerdy, and seriously funny couple you want to grab sushi with. They share the ups and downs in their relationship while giving you step-by-step techniques for improving yours. It’s the sex education you WISH you’d had!...

A board-certified, practicing OB/GYN, wife, mom, podcast host, and course creator, Dr. Nicole Rankins is all about helping you have your most beautiful pregnancy and birth experience. Born into a family of educators, she felt the pull to medical school the day she looked in the mirror and saw a vision of herself in a white coat. And get this… it happened while she was studying to be an engineer. S...

The truth is, if you decide to get injectables, you need to be VERY careful who you choose to do the job! Before opening @Dermetics, Dr. Muhn and Dr. Rosen completed dermatology residency programs at McGill University and spent one additional year training one-on-one in specialized aesthetic and skin cancer surgery fellowships. Recognized as advanced leaders in the field of medical aesthetics, inc...

At the helm of this ship are two women - Nikita Stanley and Aleks Jassem - a pair of former party-girls who got unintentionally pregnant within weeks of each other and went from acquaintances to best friends in a (fetal) heartbeat. In 2014, the two unlikely moms combined their talents and mutual distaste for the typical mommy rhetoric and created The Rebel Mama(.com). Adored by cool moms the world...

Carlen Costa really connects the dots for us in this episode as it relates to masturbation, shame and body autonomy. This conversation also has so many critical tips for parents as it relates to setting positive boundaries for our children. Carlen is a Clinical Sexologist & Psychotherapist, Cannabis Educator & best-selling Author of the book, "Love: The Women's Guide to Not F*cking Settling". She...

Dr. Michelle Nadler is a Medical Oncologist with Princess Margaret Cancer Centre. She's also an Assistant Professor, Clinician in Quality & Innovation at the University of Toronto. In her clinical role, she treats women with breast cancer. From a research perspective, she focuses on cancer-survivorship issues and the role of exercise/rehabilitation in oncology as well as breast cancer screening fr...

As a labor and delivery nurse, and mom of two, Liesel has always believed that knowledge is the key to erasing fear and empowering new moms to give birth and care for their newborns with confidence. Since starting Mommy Labor Nurse in 2017, Liesel has been able to do that for SO many more mamas than she ever could in her role as an L&D nurse alone. Over 20,000 expecting and new mamas have taken he...

Dr. Ashurina Ream, PMH-C is a licensed clinical psychologist with advanced training in perinatal mental health. Her passion for this population arose after becoming a mother herself. She recognized the limited support and education in the community regarding the care for women. This resulted in her pursuing additional education as well as creating resources for those impacted by perinatal mood and...

Gráinne Donnelly is a mama of 4. She founded Absolute Physio as a pelvic health focused physiotherapy clinic in 2013 and since then the business has evolved into something quite unique. While still running private select pelvic health services in her clinic in Northern Ireland, she also offers virtual pelvic health and educational services to a wider international footprint. She also offers consul...

Caron Irwin, is a Canadian-based mother of three and founder of Roo Family where she and her team provide parents with comprehensive support to navigate the adventures and challenges of parenting and family life. Caron holds a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Studies and is a Certified Child Life Specialist. She has over 10 years of experience supporting children and families through illness at...

Dr. Rankin is currently Chief of Plastic Surgery at St. Mary’s Medical Center and is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. After extensive training at some of the nation’s top Academic Institutions, including Columbia University and the University of Michigan, Dr. Rankin went on to a Surgical Residency at Mt. Sinai Medical Center in Miami Beach. He then completed a full Plastic...

Dr Jodi Pawluski, PhD, HDR is a neuroscientist, psychotherapist and mother of 2. For more than 15 years, her research has focused on the neuroscience of motherhood and the effects of maternal mental illness and antidepressant medications on mother and offspring. She regularly speaks nationally and internationally about her research findings as well as the fascinating effects of motherhood on the b...

HPV is incredibly common, and it can cause cervical cancer. There is so much to know about this topic - and no one talks enough about it. We invited Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink, ND to discuss all things HPV and cervical cancer prevention. She is a regularly featured wellness expert on the TV show Cityline, and founder of the brand Papillex. Dr. Goldspink graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopa...

We hope this episode can serve as a resource for anyone preparing to breastfeed, currently struggling, or looking for an empathetic expert along their journey. Carrie Bruno is a Registered Nurse, IBCLC lactation consultant and leader of a team of 60 Registered Nurses across North America all committed to making parenthood easier.  For more of Carrie Bruno, please visit  https://www.instagram.com/t...

Jennifer Summerfeldt holds an MA in counselling psychology and is a Certified Canadian Counsellor with nearly 20 years of experience in maternal health and psychology studies. Located in Canada, she uses her expertise and voice to help advance the dialogue on maternal mental health, childbirth trauma and trauma-informed care for childbirth professionals. She inspires women to bravely engage in the...

Jenn cuts through the "wellness" BS and shares simple, must-hear tips on how to improve your health, hormones, and happiness. Jenn Pike is a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Yoga & Pilates Instructor and a Medical Exercise Specialist. She is also a Bestselling author and host of the podcast The Simplicity Sessions.   Follow Jenn on Instagram @jennpike...

Ashley Nowe is a certified Pre and Postnatal Corrective Exercise Specialist and Nutrition Coach. Her journey teaching moms to heal was born from her own struggle with diastasis recti after the birth of her twins. Ashley is the founder of Strong Like a Mother (SLAM), a total body, kick-butt fitness program that has helped thousands of women heal, ditch diet-culture, and feel stronger than ever. You...

Carolyn Best BSc MD FRCSC Following the completion of my undergraduate medical degree at the University of Toronto, I completed my residency training at McMaster University in 2009. I went on to do a two year Fellowship in Urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery at the University of Toronto, Mount Sinai Hospital. I then returned to McMaster University and joined the Department of Obstetric...