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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Many physicians today feel trapped living a busy and unfulfilling life. Yet more than ever, physicians don't want to take their life for granted. I help doctors discover and achieve their wildest travel dreams, so they can start living life to the fullest now.
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14. Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom and Teaching Our Children
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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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15. Building Community: My Juneteenth Journey
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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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13. Celebrating Fatherhood: A Tribute to My Husband
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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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12. 9 Steps to Wellness for Physician Moms
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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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11. Navigating Childcare: Nanny vs Au Pair
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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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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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10. Choosing Inspiration: The Marathon Mom Story
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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 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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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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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*. 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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1. Rage and Resentment: My Real Postpartum Story Pt1
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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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2. Rage and Resentment: My Real Postpartum Story Pt 2
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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 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! 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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Stethoscopes and Strollers: Embracing Self-Care and Balance as a Physician Mom (Trailer)
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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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Episode 126: Relationships and Travel with Dr. Kate Mangona
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There's a quote from this episode that I absolutely love, and it goes like this: "Where focus goes, energy flows." It's a simple phrase, but it can have tremendous power when it comes to centering, or re-centering, your life around the things that matter the most to you. In this episode, with the help of marriage and intimacy coach, Dr. Kate Mangon…
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Ep 125: Lessons Learned on Kilimanjaro with Dr. Shehzad Batliwala
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Today's episode is a truly honest and vulnerable reflection on the value of doing hard things. Dr. Shehzad Batliwala, who featured as a guest in Ep. 53, was kind enough to join me for a second time on the podcast to talk about his recent trip to Tanzania to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. Needless to say, his story is incredible! From joining the expediti…
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Ep 124 Travel for Different Seasons of Life with Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson
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The beauty of travel is that it can be anything you need and want it to be, for whatever chapter you're at in your life. It can be adventurous, relaxing, healing, horizon-expanding... you name it, and I think this episode really highlights the value in this versatility. I had the pleasure of having Dr. La Toya Luces-Sampson back on the show for the…
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Ep 123 Travel Planning Tips for the New Year Hosted by Dr. Tatyana Reznik
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Hi everybody! I hope you were able to enjoy last week's episode, which was part 1 of an interview that I did with Dr. Tatyana Reznik on her podcast, the Voices of Women Physicians Podcast. This week we're back with part 2 to talk about travel planning tips for the new year. If I had to sum up the sentiment of this episode with a quote, it would be …
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Ep 122 Life Planning Update Hosted by Dr. Tatyana Reznik
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I think life planning is one of the most powerful tools that we have for envisioning and building the life that we want. And as I always say, it's as helpful the 10th time as it is the first time! This week's episode is from a recent interview that I did with Dr. Tatyana Reznik on her podcast, the Voices of Women Physicians Podcast. Dr. Reznik is s…
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Episode 121: Sleep Tips for Travel with Dr. Nishi Bhopal
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This week on the Dare to Dream Physician Travel Podcast, I'm thrilled to have a guest who truly embodies the spirit and name of this podcast. In just a few years, Dr. Nishi Bhopal has built the job and travel lifestyle that she always dreamed of by following her inner voice and aligning herself with her values. Dr. Bhopal is a board-certified Psych…
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Ep 120 Budgeting for Travel and Campervan Adventure Across Iceland with Dr. Elisa Chiang
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Ep 119: Never Stop Dreaming Big + Family Reunion in Iceland with Dr. Param Bala
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Ep 118: Western Australia and Traveling Every Continent with Dr. Jess
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If you're a world traveler, you're definitely going to want to listen to Dr. Jess talk about her experiences! She's been to 78 countries across all seven continents, and she's a wealth of knowledge when it comes to trip planning and balancing physician life with travel. Dr. Jess was actually one of my biggest inspirations to start traveling more wi…
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Ep 117: The Outback, French and Phillip Islands, Australia Itinerary Part 2
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Ep 116: The Great Barrier Reef and Queensland, Australia Itinerary Part 1
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Ep 115 Zero to Six: Lessons I Learned from a Year of Extraordinary Travel and Working as a Doctor, Part 2
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Ep 114 Zero to Six: Lessons I Learned from a Year of Extraordinary Travel and Working as a Doctor, Part 1
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Ep 113: Arctic Safari with Dr. Kelly The Points and Miles Doc, Part 2
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Ep 112: Arctic Safari with Dr. Kelly, The Points and Miles Doc, Part 1
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🎙 Episode 112: Arctic Safari with Dr. Kelly, The Points and Miles Doc, Part 1 is now live on the Dare to Dream Physician Travel Podcast! 🌍✨ I love this chat with Dr. Kely as I learn how she balances being an off-the-beaten-path world traveler and a full-time surgeon in a leadership role. From her early days filled with curiosity about the world, to…
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Ep 111: Three Things That Went Wrong During My Multi-Generational Australia Trip
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Embark on an epic adventure Down Under with Dr. Weili Gray as she recounts her unforgettable multi-generational journey through Australia. From visa hiccups to van lockouts to unbooked itineraries, every mishap became a chance for growth and bonding. Join us for a story of resilience, discovery, and the joy of travel. In this episode, discover how …
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Ep 110, How a Medical Career Shift Enhanced Her Travel Life: Mindful Travel Through Four European Cities, with Dr. Malathi Acharya
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Ep 109, Exploring Egypt: Culture and Cuisine, Part 2 with Dr. Heather Awad
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Ep 108, Exploring Egypt: Culture and Cuisine, Part 1 with Dr. Heather Awad
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Ep 107: Living the Dream as a Nomad, Part 2, with Dr. Kristine Goins
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Ep 106: Living the Dream as a Nomad, Part 1, with Dr. Kristine Goins
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Ep 105: Life-Changing Travel with Multiple Generations in Tanzania, Part 2, with Dr. Amy Garlove
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Ep 104: Life-Changing Travel with Multiple Generations in Tanzania, Part 1, with Dr. Amy Garlove
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Ep 103: The Magic in Swimming with Whales and Sharks with Dr. Oxana Ormonova
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Ep 102: The Magic in Swimming with Dolphins with Dr. Oxana Ormonova
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Ep 99: Building a Career Abroad and Thailand, Part 2, with Dr. Tanyaporn Wansom
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Ep 98: Building a Career Abroad and Thailand, Part 1, with Dr. Tanyaporn Wansom
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Ep 97: Born to Travel and Portugal, with Dr Randie Schacter
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Ep 96: Dare to Dream Physician 2.0, Hosted by Dr. Amy Vertrees
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Ep 94: Four Lessons Learned on a Recent Short Trip
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Ep 93: Four Travel Perks for Physicians to Travel Smarter
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