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Let’s explore the amazing world of birth together! Listen for inspiring birth stories and intriguing teachings to expand your knowledge surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and postpartum life. Each soul-stirring episode is full of heart, passion, and practicality. Join me in this diverse mix of teachings and interviews with real moms and professional birth workers as we seek to more fully understand how God has designed early motherhood and the beginning of life!
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Breastfeeding among the African American community has been stagnant over the years, and getting the proper knowledge that our community needs, will change these statistics in the near future. Along with other social media platforms, that are based around African American women breastfeeding, "The Lets Talk Breastfeeding" podcast is another source of knowledge that is also striving to change the numbers!
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Talk Baby to Me

Nathalia Castellon and Audrey Krugle

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"We're not regular moms, we're cool..." Well, you get the point. Millennial moms are BOOMIN and we are here to tell you how it REALLY is by… One: KEEPING IT REAL. I mean let's face it pregnancy is not always rainbows and butterflies, sometimes it's thunder and lightning. Two: We've all heard one of the best ways to prepare for baby's birth is by listening to birth stories and experiences of others so we invite you to listen to multiple stories from multiple perspectives! Three: We get deep- ...
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Stethoscopes and Strollers

La Toya Luces-Sampson MD, PMH-C

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Welcome to Stethoscopes & Strollers! I'm Dr. Toya, mom of two, OBGYN, and coach for physician moms. Here, we go beyond the hospital halls, into the messy, magical early years of parenting—think diapers, sleepless nights, and figuring out how to deal with all those unexpected twists and turns. Every episode, I dive into topics like mental health, the ins and outs of postpartum sex, sorting out childcare, and how having little ones changes your marriage. We’ll talk about getting back to work a ...
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Calm babies are Happy babies. Let us help you get there! We'll talk about everything that has to do with you and your newborn. Episodes will cover lactation and breastfeeding issues, infant sleep strategies, prenatal and postpartum questions and concerns, and much more. Hosted by Calm Baby RN founder, Alisa Underwood, RN, BSN, IBCLC.
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Productivity, Parenting, and Education for Moms with Adult ADHD Are you overwhelmed by the never-ending to do list of motherhood? Are you burnt out and barely keeping your head above water? Are you confused and frustrated by how all the other moms make it look so easy? And somehow you're still floundering despite trying even harder... Your purse is as overflowing as your mind, you never feel like a good enough mom, and you don't dare have anyone over to visit to witness your messy home. You ...
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Do you feel stuck in a cycle of never-ending diets, trying to “be good” with food, only to end up back in the kitchen, binge eating peanut butter straight from the jar every night? You’ve come to the right place. Welcome to The Food Freedom Lab™ Podcast with Ryann Nicole where we talk about FINALLY finding food freedom from binge eating and emotional eating. Your host, Ryann Nicole, is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Certified Nutritionist who considers herself your “not-so-average” ...
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I love to share all aspects of my life AND I love talking with inspirational people from all walks of life. In my opinion, there is so much wisdom to be gained from people all around us. This podcast gives me an excuse to talk with people and share them with you=) I really hope their stories impact and change you like they do for me!
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A podcast for new or expecting parents who don't know what the f*&k they are doing, by parents who don't what the f*&k they are doing. We talk about our journey with our little man, the ups & downs in adjusting to a new 'norm', and addressing the things that no-one seems to be talking about. Parenting is hard, so let's ease the struggle by helping each other out.
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Let's talk about Prenatal, Pregnancy and Postpartum health! This podcast is all about authentic conversations centred on Perinatal health and wellbeing; from mood and anxiety disorders, to breastfeeding challenges, to grief and loss in the Perinatal period and literally everything in between! This is the place to have real and honest conversations about these experiences so we can break down barriers to accessing treatment and crush stigma! I open these conversations up by sharing my knowled ...
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So you just had a baby... let's talk the raw, unfiltered journey of birth, postpartum, and all things baby-related. I'm Mackenzie, a seasoned labor and delivery, as well as postpartum nurse and fellow mom. In a world filled with mixed messages and unrealistic expectations, I'm here to offer a refreshing unbiased look at birth & postpartum. With my background as a nurse and my personal journey as a mother to two little boys, I intimately understand the joys and challenges that come with mothe ...
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Pour yourself a cuppa and enjoy the experience of listening to Lesley Pascuzzi, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator talk with various guests on the main topics emerging from Lamaze Australia's recent survey on the experiences of pregnant women and new parents during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Gain some evidence based knowledge and confidence as you approach labour, birth and the 4th Trimester with your baby.
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Birth. It is everywhere. Literally. Every day with each birth there are new stories to be told, wisdom to be shared and knowledge to be learned. Elizabeth Bachner sees birth in a unique way: As life lessons that help us grow as spiritual beings having human experiences. Childbirth is her prose, her jam, and her calling. We are your safe space for the sharing of those experiences from all different perspectives and many walks of life. Through curious conversation and storytelling, there is al ...
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Sometimes in our naïvety, we make decisions that we wouldn't have made if we'd had more information. And those decisions can lead to unfortunate experiences, especially when it comes to our births. Listen as Katie explains each of her three birth stories, two in the hospital and one at a birth center, and how she learned to have faith that God desi…
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Meet my friend Bethany Lovern, host of Breastfeeding Relief with Bethany. In this episode, Bethany and I chat about struggles as a new mom, including breastfeeding, Postpartum Depression (PPD), Postpartum Anxiety (PPA), and Dysphoric Milk Ejection Reflex or D-MER. Bethany shares: In this episode, Patricia discusses how she struggled with her ADHD s…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*! In this episode, I dive into the movie "Everything, Everywhere, All at Once" and share my thoughts on its deeper themes, especially the relationship dynamics between Evelyn and her husband. Here are the highlights: Episode Highlights: - Movie…
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When you’re not in relationship with the Lord, and you’re going through something as life changing as birth for the first time, things can seem pretty scary, especially if you’re navigating something as serious as postpartum psychosis, but God can and still uses these incredibly emotional situations in our lives to draw us closer to Him. Hear how G…
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Join me as a past client Zoee Alexandree (@healingwithzoee)shares her story of recovery. Zoee opens up about her struggles with an eating disorder and what recovery looked like for her! 👉 Want to work together? Click here for more details about the program Zoee did! Tune in as Zoee offers insights, tips, and inspiration for anyone navigating their …
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Hey everyone, welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*! In today’s episode, I’m sharing how Juneteenth has played a significant role in helping me build a supportive community here in Northern California. Here’s what we cover: Episode Highlights: - Juneteenth and Community: Reflectin…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Hey everyone, welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*! Today is a special Juneteenth episode, and I'm so excited to share it with you. Here’s what we cover: Episode Highlights: - Juneteenth Overview: Celebrating Juneteenth, now a federal holiday, marking the day enslaved people in T…
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Welcome back to another season of chaos, laughter, and real-life mommy talk! We're kicking things off with some major life updates that you won't want to miss. First up, our toddlers are now two! Yes, the terrible twos are here, and we've got stories. Audrey just got married, and let’s just say it was less "walk down the aisle" and more "concert ex…
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This week, Chris takes over the podcast along with guest Paul Jordan in a conversation on fatherhood, the husband's role in birth support, and the importance of fathers in society. So grab your hubby, and listen in! As mentioned in this episode: National Fatherhood Initiative Want to connect with us? Have a question? Shoot us a DM at @surrenderedbi…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*! In this special Father's Day episode, I honor my husband and the father of my children. Here’s a look at what we cover: Episode Highlights: - Manifestation Realized: Reflecting on how I manifested my husband, a first-generation Trinidadian, a…
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Struggling with sleep at your house? Today’s guest is Heather Erickson of Sleep and Beyond Consulting. Heather is a sleep coach that helps parents support their children for better sleep. No matter if you have a big kid who fights sleep or you’re pregnant with your first nugget, Heather shares a ton of strategies on how to make bedtime easier for e…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. In this episode, I share my journey toward obtaining my Perinatal Mental Health Certification (PMH-C) and discuss the Nine Steps to Wellness from Postpartum Support International. These steps are integral to my coaching practice for physician…
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Pregnancy is such a miracle, isn’t it? You have life growing within you, God has designed your body perfectly to grow this precious little one inside of your womb, so you should be dancing through life, right? Well, when you have Hyperemesis Gravidarum and uncontrollable gestational diabetes, it’s not such a walk in the park. Hear how Liz navigated…
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I didn't breastfeed - not because I couldn't. I just chose not to. Why? Let's talk about something that feels extremely taboo to talk about! (Getting vulnerable here eeek.) Episode Sponsors ⬇️ Coterie Diapers: Get 20% off your first order with code RYANN20 Nuuly: Get 40% your first order by clicking here or using code RYANN789 at checkout Links 🔗 W…
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Are you feeling anxious or lazy cuz you’re avoiding tasks you need or want to do? Do you want to achieve a big goal but think it isn’t realistic right now? What if you *never* get around to the big dreams you have? *cue PANIC* When you’ve spent years feeling like you’re procrastinating, being lazy, and not understanding why you can’t just do the th…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. Today, we dive into an essential aspect of a physician mom's life: childcare. Often overlooked as part of your "village," reliable childcare isn't just helpful—it's a transformative element that returns time, rest, and peace of mind to your l…
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Not everybody has a bad induction experience, or a bad hospital experience. Especially if they don’t know anything different. However, what do you choose for your second birth after learning some things about inductions and routine hospital procedures and the effects they can have on you and your baby? What changes would you make? What about when G…
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How do you juggle growing professionally while also being a great mom and taking care of yourself? Meet today’s guest, Crystal Ware. Crystal and I dive into a dual episode that is being aired both on my podcast and on her podcast “Get Clear with Crystal Ware”. From discussing the struggles of balancing work and family, to offering advice on advocat…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*! In this episode, we discuss a viral video of a Brazilian marathon runner who ran past her kids to win a race. The video has sparked many discussions, and today, we're exploring how to find inspiration in such moments. Episode Highlights: - Vi…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to Stethoscopes and Strollers! In this episode, we discuss how to effectively use credit card points for flying in childcare help. If you're a physician mom this strategy can be a game-changer. Episode Highlights: The Power of Points: Learn how to maximize your credit card p…
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When your birth doesn’t go exactly how you’d expect, it can be a tough pill to swallow, but God can teach us so much through each and every experience, and use it all for His good. Hear how Scotlyn and Jaylen went about preparing for their first child, and how the Lord sent a special helper to them to assist them in getting the birth they desired, …
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When you feel like a BIG loser and failure… Eryn asks for help: “I'm always disappointed in myself that when faced with one small obstacle, I give up and cave on everything I've worked so hard to build and then it takes me WEEKS just to summon the effort/courage to get back on track - whether with diet/exercise, my small business, supporting my hus…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. In this episode, we dive into the realities of breastfeeding, dispelling common myths and discussing the pressures many moms, especially physician moms, face. Episode Highlights: - Debunking Common Myths: Addressing statements like "Breastfee…
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Navigating your first year of marriage can be challenging, but it’s even more challenging while also navigating your first pregnancy, along with a number of family tragedies along the way. Then finding out you’re expecting another not long after you’ve delivered your first is also filled with its own difficulty. Listen today as you hear how Carlie …
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Recently, I discussed with 4 mom friends the point of Mother’s Day. Spoiler Alert: We all had differing opinions and none of us do the same things on Mother’s Day. While some dislike its baggage and some of us loved a day of being treated like a queen, we did agree that moms could all use a lot more care and rest. You deserve more than 1 day out of…
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In today's episode, we are joined by Jenna Overbaugh, a renowned therapist specializing in OCD and anxiety, to explore the intricate connection between anxiety and binge eating. Jenna dives deep into the role anxiety plays in the cycle of binge eating and offers practical strategies to disrupt the safety behaviors that often exacerbate binges. Abou…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. In this episode, I focus on the overarching goal of this podcast and my coaching for Physician Moms. I aim to inspire you to explore and connect deeply with your aspirations, regardless of how they differ from mine, and encourage you to keep …
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Hey doc, welcome to a bonus episode of *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. Today, we're tackling a common but seldom-discussed topic in motherhood—the notion that struggle is a necessary part of being a good mom. Let's debunk this myth together. Episode Highlights: - Debunking the Glory of Str…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. Today, we're exploring a crucial skill: asking for help. Many women in medicine find this daunting, but it's essential for thriving in both personal and professional realms. Episode Highlights: - Why Ask?: Discover why learning to ask is a tr…
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Several listeners chime in with their best tips, tricks, and advice for moms! Join us today as we learn and grow together! Want to connect with us? Have a question? Shoot us a DM at @surrenderedbirthservices on Instagram, and give us a follow while you're there! For more information about Surrendered Birth Services, check out our website here: http…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome back to another episode of *Stethoscopes and Strollers*. Today, I'm excited to share more about my journey to becoming a coach specifically for physician moms. This episode isn't just a continuation of my story; it's an insight into the pivotal decisions and realizations that sha…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! In this heartfelt Mother's Day special of "Stethoscopes and Strollers," Dr. Toya takes a moment to honor and celebrate physician moms everywhere. This episode is a tribute to the incredible resilience, compassion, and dedication that you bring to both your families and your professions. …
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! In this first episode of *Stethoscopes & Strollers*, I'm diving deep into my own postpartum journey, sharing the raw, real, and unfiltered version of what I experienced as a physician mom. It’s the untold story that inspired me to become a coach for physician moms and help others who are…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! In this first episode of *Stethoscopes & Strollers*, I'm diving deep into my own postpartum journey, sharing the raw, real, and unfiltered version of what I experienced as a physician mom. It’s the untold story that inspired me to become a coach for physician moms and help others who are…
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Text me to ask a question, leave a comment or just say hello! Welcome to the trailer of "Stethoscopes and Strollers," the podcast exclusively crafted for physician moms navigating the intricate balance of motherhood and medical careers. Hosted by Dr. Toya, a practicing OBGYN and a mom in the thick of her own early motherhood years, this podcast off…
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Scared of meeting new people? Does small talk give you hives? If you want to make new mom friends, but aren’t sure what to do next, let’s hang out on today’s episode! Until recently, parties where I didn’t know anyone were scarier than any snake, clown, or ghost. As someone who’s been painfully shy my whole life, I never knew what to say or how to …
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Are you looking for ways to help a friend or family member who is struggling with binge eating? Let's talk about what you can do to help support them! Want To Work Together? ⬇️ If you're ready to End the Fight with Food and Your Body for Effortless Eating and Mental Peace, check out Ryann’s group coaching program! Go to BingeEatingUnchained.com for…
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Growing up in a large family, and being married to someone who also grew up in a large family, it only seems fitting that God allows you to start on your large family right away. God is always in the details of our lives, and trusting Him in not only the timing of your pregnancy, but the location that you birth, the delivery of your baby, and every…
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I was too late for the epidural. Yep. You heard that right. TOO LATE. In this episode, I am sharing my full birth story with you - it was a wild ride!! Episode Sponsors ⬇️ Coterie Diapers: Get 20% off your first order with code RYANN20 Nuuly: Get 40% your first order by clicking here or using code RYANN789 at checkout Links 🔗 Show Notes 🔗 Work With…
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When is it too late to get an ADHD diagnosis? For today’s guest, Tami Hackbarth, getting diagnosed with ADHD at age 53 was worth it. After years in the classroom working with copious ADHD children, Tami has plenty of strategies and tools to help those of us with neurodivergent brains. We dove into Tami’s journey of self-discovery, self-compassion, …
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Join us for another much-needed recovery story featuring special guest Michelle Ho (@coach_michelle_ho). Michelle courageously shares her journey of battling binge eating and, most importantly, how she found her way to recovery. Tune in as Michelle offers insights, tips, and inspiration for anyone navigating their own journey with binge eating. Her…
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Picture this…you choose a birth center for your delivery because you want a natural, unmedicated birth, with a hands off care provider. Then, you walk into the birth center, get checked, and the midwife panics and calls EMT’s and gives you not one, but two completely unnecessary episiotomies. What a 180 from your vision. Hear how God redeems Alex’s…
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We all know someone who has an emotionally immature parent. The one who lays on guilt trips. The one who never shows up. The one who struggles with demons bigger than their kids. Maybe it’s you. Maybe it’s your neighbor or your best friend. As a mom, it hits different. You see the pain, the nuance, the struggle a little more clearly. And yet you st…
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In this episode, we're unpacking a question that hits close to home for many of us who have ever struggled with food: '... the fact that I can’t regulate how much I eat is really frustrating. I am a very logic-based person and I know how much I should eat, but every time I plate my food, I will either eat more or it will turn into a binge! What is …
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It’s hard to imagine in this day and age choosing to have a home birth, over 98% of babies in America are born outside of the home. But choosing to have a home birth for your first birth? That’s even more rare. Listen to Cayla share her birth stories today and how and why she and her husband decided that home birth was the best route for them and t…
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What “should” you have done already? Finish your degree? Pass your driver’s license test? Make that doctor’s appt? Left the house for school pickup? If you’re constantly thinking “I’m behind!”, this episode is for you. Often it’s literal, as in, “I’m 20 minutes late to my appointment!” But it’s also in the big things, like you “should” have more ki…
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Get ready for a special episode as Intuitive Eating Professionals Ryann (Licensed Therapist), Allie (Registered Dietitian), Eden (Registered Dietitian), Dani (Licensed Therapist), and Cilla (Licensed Therapist) come together to unpack the recent Hulu special, 'An Oprah Special: Shame, Blame, and the Weight Loss Revolution.' This isn't about critiqu…
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Join me for a raw and real conversation where I open up about the challenges of being a new mom and how it's stirring up memories of my past struggles with binge eating. In this podcast, I'll share the highs, lows, and messy in-betweens as I navigate this new phase of my life. This episode is not just about the struggle – I'll also dive into the st…
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Picture this. You’re pregnant with your first child, figuring out and learning about everything for the first time, gearing up for a natural labor and taking care of your body the best that you can, and just before you’re about to give birth, your taste and smell change for the worse-they’re completely distorted in the worst way, making it extremel…
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Do you ever feel like an emotional sponge, absorbing the feelings of others around you? Especially when you’re with someone you care about? Especially when you’re in certain parts of your cycle? Extra especially when they are agitated, frustrated, angry, or anxious? In this episode, we dive deep into understanding emotional regulation, stress manag…
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