Proven Childbirth Pain Management Strategies

How does your blood type affect your pregnancy? Join Drs. Sarah and Alicia on today’s podcast as they break down how your blood type may put your baby at risk - but don’t worry! This only occurs in a very specific circumstance that is found in a percentually low number of people. And with proper screening and treatment, the risks of any complications to your, your baby, and any future pregnancies is basically eliminated. Thanks for letting us geek out and share our love of the physiology of pregnancy with you - we hope you enjoy and learn something too! Subscribe to The Pregnancy to Parenthood Podcast Series! For the low, one-time cost of $47, get full access to over 40 informative episodes supporting you week by week, focused on the trimester and stage of pregnancy you are in. Tune in every week, or binge listen all at once and come back to the episodes you found most helpful as you move through pregnancy to parenthood!

Here’s the big secret we’re revealing at the start of today’s episode - every baby is unique! When it comes to sleep, what works for one baby might not work for another, even within the same family. Our guest, Valerie Groysman, a Registered Social Worker, M.S.W., R.S.W., and Infant + Child Mental Health Specialist, learned this firsthand with her own two babies and through counseling hundreds of families. Tune in to hear Valerie’s Top 5 Newborn Sleep Tips and learn why creating connection and peacefulness around sleep is so important for both you and your baby. For more insights, check out Wake Windows and Sleep Cues: Unlocking the Mysteries of Baby Sleep. Grab your free Baby Sleep Guide here! Or sign up for the Talkin' Sleep Baby Sleep Essentials Courses! Follow on Instagram: @talkin.sleep Visit: talkinsleep.com

Staying active during pregnancy isn't just for your overall health - it can also play a big role in how you experience labour. Evidence shows that regular physical activity can help shorten labour and better prepare your body for the physical demands of childbirth. After baby arrives, it’s all about rebuilding your strength, starting slow and steady, and adding new movements as your body heals. In today’s episode, we’re chatting with Robyn Rayner, a Registered Massage Therapist, CrossFit Level 2 Coach, and Pregnancy & Postpartum Athleticism Coach, about how to stay strong through pregnancy and the postpartum journey. Robyn offers actionable tips on how to approach fitness during these pivotal times, plus a deep dive into the importance of rehab and recovery after birth. Bonus: Robyn is offering our listeners an exclusive 25% discount on her virtual pregnancy and postpartum exercise program! To claim it, simply DM her on Instagram and let her know you heard about the deal on the She Found Motherhood Podcast! Find out more at: www.robynrayner.ca Follow Robyn on Instagram: @taranis.mom.strong

In this insightful, heartfelt, and engaging episosde, Dr. Sarah is joined in conversation with Eileen March, a former midwife turned intuitive coach, wild medicine energy healer, and "slow living witch" - a title that reclaims the connection to feminine wisdom and creating a culture of care for community. They delve deep into the profound importance of rest, exploring how societal pressures and personal beliefs about productivity impact our ability to rest and rejuvenate. Eileen shares her journey from midwifery to coaching with meaningful insight, emphasizing the vital need to reclaim rest as an inherent human right! They discuss actionable steps to incorporate rest into daily life, challenge the narratives that glorify busyness, and highlight the emotional aspects tied to rest, worthiness, and community. To learn more about Eileen, be sure to check-out her website, www.myluminouslife.ca, or her Instagram. For further reading, consider these recommendations from Eileen! Laziness Does Not Exist by Devon Price Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey

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. Holly Choi is the Co-Owner of Safe Beginning First Aid, a Lifesaving Society-Certified First Aid Instructor, a CPSAC-Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician-Instructor, and dedicated mom to two daughters, ages 1 and 4. She shares with us her top four lessons parents need to know right off the bat. For example - did you know that even your newborn can roll themselves over (and off of a change table or bed)? Every parent makes mistakes and that’s only human, but tune in to today’s podcast to dispel common misconceptions, learn ways to reduce the risk of accidents, and for recommendations on how to make the safest environment possible for your baby, including checking out some of the great resources we discuss, below. Holly Choi | Co-Ownder + Instructor https://safebeginnings.ca/  IG: @safebeginnings Promo code20% off online courses: shefoundhealth Safer Sleep for My Baby: Helping Parents and Caregivers Create a Safe Sleep Plan Safer Infant Sleep: A practice support tool for healthcare professionals

In this eye-opening episode, Dr. Alicia Power is joined by Dr. Ellen Forbes, a board-certified urologist with a specialty in male fertility and reproductive health. Together, they dive deep into the often controversial topic of newborn penile circumcision, discussing the reasons for and against the procedure, the risks and benefits, and the factors parents should consider when making this important decision. For more information, check-out this great resource: Circumcision of baby boys: Information for parents.

What do a pregnant person and an athlete have in common? A lot, according to perinatal therapist, athlete, and mama herself, Janette Yee! Janette, who has a deep background in sports orthopedics and high-level rugby, shares her expertise on treating cesarean recovery akin to a season-ending - but not career ending - sports injury. She talks with Dr. Alicia about the importance of preparing mentally, physically, and your community for the chance (or certainty) of having a C-Section, including the importance of pre-surgery strength, mind preparation, realistic birth expectations, and building a supportive team. A super helpful part of the process is seeing a physiotherapist, but that can often be prohibitively expensive and difficult to make the time for in the hectic period that is postpartum. Taking an online course like Janette's Cesarean Recovery Stage 1: Your Prenatal C-Section Preparation & Recovery Program is a fantastic, affordable, and accessible way to take recovery into your own hands, for just five minutes a day! For more details, visit Janette's website or her many online channels @AskJanette on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube! And don't forget to snag Your Complete C-Section Hospital Checklist, download the free PDF now!

Dr. Sarah Lea chats with Dr. Brie Budlovsky, an emergency medicine physician and aesthetic medicine practitioner based in Victoria, British Columbia. Together, they explore skincare during pregnancy, including product safety, common dermatological concerns, practical advice for expectant mothers, and not least of all, answer those burning questions we have around the safety of newer treatments such as botox, fillers, and more! Be sure to check out Dr. Bri's Instagram, and the Canadian Cosmetic Hot List.  Learn more about our Pregnancy to Parenthood Masterclass here!

In this informative episode, Dr. Alicia Power is joined by Dr. Megan O'Connell, an experienced anesthesiologist, to discuss various pain management strategies for labor and delivery. They delve deep into both non-pharmacological and pharmacological methods to help women manage labor pain effectively.  Tune in to know what to expect when you're expecting, when it comes to pain management options! Don't miss out on our Newborn Sleep 101 course where we share our experience supporting 1000's of families through this frequently challenging time - get better sleep today!

In this must-listen episode, Drs. Sarah and Alicia tackle the all-too-common challenge of morning sickness during pregnancy. Drawing on their experience as maternity doctors—and as moms who’ve been through it themselves—they dive into the numbers: how many women experience it and how long it usually sticks around. They’ll guide you through the causes of morning sickness, why treatment is so important, and share a range of effective remedies, from simple lifestyle and diet adjustments to medication options. Whether you're in the thick of it or just preparing, this episode is packed with expert advice to help you manage nausea and vomiting with confidence! Follow the these links for some recommended products to help you through: Sea-Band Anti-Nausea Acupressure Wristband Gravol Ginger - Nausea and Upset Stomach Relief B6 by Natural Factors - 90 tablets, 50 mg