We Go There Podcast

From Cesarean to VBAC: Reclaiming Birth After Trauma with Kristen

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 00:01:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Kristen — mother of two — who vulnerably shares what it meant to reclaim her birth story after a deeply traumatic, unplanned cesarean during COVID.

For her second birth, Kristen prepared differently. She did the Push Prep course. She did the inner work. She educated herself. She found her voice. She built a team that aligned with her values. And while her second son was born in Chile with Indigenous Mapuche midwives, in a setting that looked very different from her first experience, this conversation isn’t about one specific kind of birth.

It’s about something much more universal.

It’s about what every woman deserves in birth — whether she’s delivering in a hospital, birth center, or operating room: to feel informed, safe, respected, and like an active participant in her own care.

Together, Nikki and Kristen unpack:
• What birth trauma really is (and how it lives in the body)
• How preparation shifts not just outcomes — but confidence
• The power of advocacy within any medical system
• And how to approach a second birth without fear running the show

This episode is for any woman who has ever wondered: Can I do this differently next time?

Kristen shares:

Being transferred from home to hospital mid-labor in a rainstorm because her midwife had another patient to manage — and not knowing she could say no
The disconnect she carried in her body for years: "I felt a bit dead inside. I felt like my body had failed me"
Why it took 18 months to even name what happened
How her team in Chile asked about her childhood memories, her fears, and her earliest life experiences — before a single clinical question
The transition moment where birth trauma came flooding back and how her midwife held her through it without judgment
"I see you. I respect you. This is not what you came for." The 7 words that changed everything
Birthing a 9.5 lb baby with two pushes after a two-hour pushing stage the first time
Eating chocolate while getting stitched up by a lesbian couple who treated her vagina like a Picasso
What reconnecting with her body felt like after years of disconnect
Her advice to every woman carrying an unhealed birth story into a second pregnancy

Ways to Connect with Kristen:

Kristen's Contact:

Instagram: kristenokeefe | Email: kristen.okeefe2@gmail.com

Midwife Spotlight: Sabina Velasquez
Sabina is a Chile-based midwife who works internationally and has trained around the world in traditional, physiological, and culturally rooted birth practices. She is U.S.-certified in natural breech birth and collaborates with physicians in placenta research and education.

Her care is deeply holistic — honoring birth as both a physical and ancestral experience.
Contact: sagavego@gmail.com or WhatsApp +56976165883

$633 to Save a Life: The Childbirth Injury No One Is Talking About

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:17:04 -0500

What if the difference between lifelong isolation and restored dignity was $633?

In this powerful conversation, Nikki sits down with Kate Grant, founding CEO of the Fistula Foundation, to talk about obstetric fistula — a preventable childbirth injury that affects millions of women in Sub-Saharan Africa and Asia when emergency obstetric care isn’t available.

After days of obstructed labor, many women lose their babies and are left with a constant drip of fecal and urinary incontinence, often facing abandonment and social isolation. And yet — 90% of the time — a trained surgeon can repair the injury and give a woman her life back.

For $633.

Kate shares how Fistula Foundation has grown from funding 500 surgeries in one Ethiopian hospital in 2005 to supporting more than 17,500 surgeries across 30 countries this year — and why she wrote No Woman Left Behind to tell the stories of the heroic surgeons, generous donors, and resilient women at the heart of this work.

This is Nikki’s charity of choice — and an organization she is proud to support — because no woman should suffer for lack of basic, life-saving care.

If this conversation moves you, we invite you to learn more, share the episode, and consider supporting the work.

Kate shares:

What obstetric fistula is—and why it doesn't exist in countries with access to emergency C-sections
"I would rather be blind because people will sit with the blind person, but they won't sit with me"
The first fistula patient she met in 1994—a teenager abandoned by her husband, blamed for her own injury
Why Fistula Foundation only funds indigenous doctors (African doctors training African doctors)
How they've funded over 100,000 surgeries—and why they're on track to keep growing
$633 funds one surgery that transforms a woman's life permanently
Why 85% of their donors are women
The connection between poverty, lack of access to care, and women bearing all the risk of childbirth
Why they don't take government money (U.S. contracting procedures are too onerous)
How a $15 million gift from MacKenzie Scott was spent in months—turned directly into surgeries
37% of women have stress incontinence by age 50 (even in the U.S.)
Why prevention would require massive systemic change, but treatment is achievable now
The book: No Woman Left Behind by Kate Grant (foreword by Dr. Abraham Verghese, author of Cutting for Stone)

Website: fistulafoundation.org
Book: No Woman Left Behind by Kate Grant (100% of proceeds go to the foundation)
Email: info@fistulafoundation.org (for book club Zoom calls!)

Is Perimenopause Becoming the Default Diagnosis? HRT, Testing Gaps, and Advocating for Better Care with Anne Matthews

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:50:29 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Anne Matthews, fertility and women's hormone expert, founder of Energy Tree Studios, and one of Canada's few qualified traditional Chinese medicine practitioners (ABORM). After their joint participation in a menopause panel left them speechless, Anne and Nikki knew they had to have this conversation.

Together, they unpack the pendulum swing around hormone replacement therapy (HRT)—from being considered "dangerous" 10 years ago to now being prescribed via AI platforms without proper testing. They're not anti-HRT. They're anti-blanket prescriptions for symptoms that might not be perimenopause at all.

Anne shares real stories from her practice, the critical tests women should demand before accepting an HRT prescription, and why advocating for yourself isn't "being difficult"—it's being smart.

Anne shares:

Why a physician said "my 10-year-old could prescribe HRT" using AI platforms
An ovarian cancer story: a woman diagnosed with "perimenopause" who actually had stage 3 ovarian cancer
Why women in their 30s are being told they're perimenopausal when they're not
"At what point between 12 and 44 are we considered whole and healthy and not pathologized?"
The parallel to birth control in high school: same blanket-prescription energy
Why exercise works better than SSRIs for depression (and why nobody wants to hear it)
Critical tests to request: thyroid panel, ferritin, B12, vitamin D, insulin, A1c, autoimmune markers, pelvic ultrasound
Day 3 hormone panels vs. irregular cycle testing—when to test and what to ask for
Why healthcare for women is broken at every life stage—and how to advocate anyway
Click here to download the PDF mentioned in this episode: Testing to Consider for Women 40+

Ways to Connect with Anne:
Instagram: @energytreestudios Website: energytreestudios.com

Doulas, Collaboration Over Competition & Why Joy and Grief Walk the Same Line with Amy Silva

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 00:01:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Amy Silva, a birth doula of seven years, founder of the Collaborative Doula Collective, and a fierce advocate for collaboration over competition in the doula community. After losing her mom to suicide just six months before her first pregnancy, Amy knew she wanted to support women who didn't have that mother figure—or any support system—through one of life's most transformative experiences.

Together, they unpack what it really means to hire a doula, why asking about bias is crucial, and how to prepare for birth scenarios you hope never happen (but need to plan for anyway). Amy shares her journey from the ER trauma room to the birth room, why informed consent isn't practiced enough, and how hard birth experiences shouldn't be worn as badges of honor. This conversation is vulnerable, empowering, and a masterclass in holding space.

Amy shares:

Why she became a doula after losing her mom to suicide 6 months before getting pregnant
"Birth and death are two sides of the same coin"—doulas need to support both
The most important question: What is your doula's bias?
Birth preferences vs. birth plans—run through scenarios so you're not blindsided
Emergency C-section: who goes in the OR with you—partner or doula?
Why doulas sometimes undervalue themselves
"Get comfortable being uncomfortable"—it's okay not to have all the answers
The doula scam: a woman faked pregnancies/losses and traumatized 50+ doulas
C-sections aren't "the easy way out"—major surgery doesn't make you less than
Hard birth experiences as badges of honor = unprocessed trauma seeking validation
The Collaborative Doula Collective: 52+ doulas ending competition and supporting each other

Ways to Connect with Amy:

Amy's Insta | Collaborative Doula Conference Insta | Collaborative Doula Collective Insta | Web

Let's Talk About Prolapse: The Diagnosis, The Dismissal & The Garment That Changed Everything with Lauren Fleming

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:19:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Lauren Fleming, founder of Hem Support and a fierce advocate for pelvic health and patient autonomy. After being blindsided by a cystocele diagnosis at 6 weeks postpartum—and dismissed by her provider—Lauren couldn't stop thinking: why aren't we educating women about this, and why don't better support options exist? So she built them herself.

Together, they unpack the reality of prolapse (50% of women will experience it), the psychological weight of feeling "broken" postpartum, and why the lack of pelvic health education is unacceptable. Lauren shares her journey from corporate project manager to garment founder, navigating a second pregnancy with prolapse, and why support garments shouldn't make you feel worse. This conversation is vulnerable, validating, and empowering.

Lauren shares:

Being dismissed at her 6-week appointment despite bringing photos—"it's just your tissues"
The mental load: "Every single movement, you have that feeling—it's so front of mind"
50% of women will develop prolapse (we're bipeds—gravity isn't our friend)
"Can I even have kids again?"—the fear that comes with zero information
Why existing garments had thick elastic, butt straps, and Velcro that tore her clothes
Her planned home birth with baby #2 and what she did differently
50% of women doing "Kegels" are actually bearing down
Generational silence: "My aunt had that, but we never talked about it"
Why hard births shouldn't be badges of honor—trauma needs validation, not repetition

Ways to Connect with Lauren: Instagram: @laurensavagefleming Website: hemsupportwear.com

Hospital Birth, Self-Advocacy & Why "No Thanks" Is a Full Sentence with HeHe Stewart

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with HeHe Stewart, a leading childbirth educator and doula based in Boston, Massachusetts, who has supported over 2,000 families in the last decade. HeHe is known for her fierce advocacy around informed consent, reducing unnecessary interventions, and ensuring patient autonomy—all while her husband works as a physician in the ER, giving her a unique insider perspective on the American hospital system.

Together, they unpack the reality of hospital birth culture, why the system isn't designed to support laboring women, and how to advocate for yourself without apology. HeHe shares practical scripts for setting boundaries with providers, why hospital childbirth classes often teach compliance over options, and how to avoid the kind of birth trauma that ripples through your entire postpartum experience. Recorded when HeHe was 37 weeks pregnant with her first baby, this conversation is both deeply personal and powerfully educational.

HeHe shares:

Why the hospital system is designed for compliance, not support—and the only person happy in the equation is the system itself
"You can't make a wrong choice if you don't know all your options"—powerful reframe for releasing mom guilt about past births
Why hospital-sponsored childbirth classes teach you to be a "good compliant patient" instead of an informed decision-maker
Practical advocacy scripts including "No thanks" as a full sentence and how to request a different provider mid-labor
The ripple effect of birth trauma on mental health, parent-child bonding, and your entire family ecosystem
Her own comprehensive birth planning approach: birth plan, C-section plan, transfer plan, and even an ICU plan
Evidence-based practices vs. hospital policies: eating in labor, breaking waters, suspected big baby inductions, and more
Why flexibility (not rigidity) is the key to avoiding compounded trauma in birth

Ways to Connect with HeHe: Instagram | Web

Birth Advocacy, Switching Nurses & Breaking Cookie-Cutter Care with MamaNurseTina

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, Nikki welcomes Tina, aka MamaNurseTina: a labor and delivery nurse, mom of four, content creator, and aspiring stand-up comedian who's on a mission to empower women through birth and postpartum. With years of experience in emergency and labor & delivery, Tina brings an insider's perspective on hospital birth culture, patient advocacy, and why "be kind but firm" might be the most important advice you'll hear.

Together, they dive into the reality of cookie-cutter hospital births, why asking questions doesn't make you a difficult patient, and even tips on switching nurses if you're not vibing in the delivery room. Tina shares practical scripts for advocating in labour, why cervical exams aren't always necessary, and how proper prep work can transform your birth and postpartum experience. This is a fun one!

Tina shares:

The reality of "cookie-cutter" hospital births and why interventions become automatic
You can switch nurses—here's the exact script for how to ask without being "difficult"
"Need to know" vs. "nice to know" cervical exams and the two questions every provider should answer
How to be "kind but firm" when advocating and why the BRAIN acronym helps with decisions
Consent can be withdrawn at any moment—even mid-exam—and why this needs to be in training
Why Black moms face unique challenges advocating (3x maternal mortality rate) and how tone matters
The failure of breastfeeding support: we promote it but don't provide accessible lactation services or adequate maternity leave
Why prep for postpartum and breastfeeding matters just as much as your birth plan

Ways to Connect with Tina: Instagram: @mama_nurse_tina TikTok: @mama_nurse_tina Breastfeeding Course: bumptolatch.com

Calling Out Diet Culture with Registered Dietitian Abbey Sharp

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 23:46:16 -0500

This week, Nikki welcomes Abbey Sharp, a registered dietitian with over 15 years of experience, award-winning cookbook author, podcaster, YouTuber, and the voice calling out nutrition BS across social media. Abbey specializes in helping people navigate the minefield of diet misinformation, wellness culture, and the return of toxic "skinny tok" online.

Together, they discuss how diet culture has evolved from the heroin chic of the '90s to today's "wellness" rebrand, why under-eating actually causes bloating, the truth about Ozempic and muscle loss, and how to support your gut health without falling into restrictive patterns. Abbey shares her personal recovery from orthorexia and why she's dedicated her career to fighting the algorithms that trap young people in dangerous diet rabbit holes.

Abbey shares:

Her personal journey recovering from orthorexia and how it shaped her anti-diet approach
Why "skinny talk" is making a dangerous comeback on social media—and what parents need to know
The hidden truth: how undereating slows your digestion and creates the bloating you're trying to avoid
The "migratory motor complex"—aka the witch's broom sweeping through your gut (and why constant snacking stops it)
Ozempic reality check: why you still need protein and strength training to avoid muscle loss
How wellness culture is just diet culture with "a new coat of lipstick"
Protein myths debunked: how much you actually need and why fiber matters just as much
The 13-year-old girls in her DMs eating 700 calories—and why she keeps fighting
Practical gut health tips: straws, carbonation, meal timing, and what actually helps with bloat
Why there's no one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition (and how to find what works for you)

Ways to Connect with Abbey: Instagram: @abbeyskitchen YouTube: Abbey's Kitchen Podcast Website: abbeyskitchen.com

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Breaking the Silence on Pregnancy Loss with Dr. Jessica Zucker

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Dr. Jessica Zucker, a Los Angeles-based psychologist specializing in reproductive and maternal mental health, and the creator of the viral #IHadaMiscarriage campaign. Jessica is the author of the award-winning books NORMALIZE IT: Upending the Silence, Stigma, and Shame That Shape Women’s Lives and I HAD A MISCARRIAGE: A Memoir, a Movement.

Together, they unpack the silence surrounding pregnancy loss, the cultural conditioning that keeps women quiet about grief, and how empathy, not platitudes, creates true healing. Jessica shares her own 16-week loss, how it reshaped her work, and why storytelling is the antidote to shame.

Dr. Jessica shares:

Her personal story of a 16-week loss and why it “changed the course” of her life
The problem with comparison (“no trauma wars”) and why your loss matters because it’s yours
How the 12-week rule fuels silence and what healthier sharing can look like
What not to say (“at least…”) and the simplest, best opener: “How are you doing?”
Practical support ideas and how to have empathy vs. sympathy
The silence → stigma → shame cycle—and how storytelling breaks it
Self-compassion after loss, releasing self-blame, and the urge to “find the reason”
A preview of her new book on dismantling stigma across every stage of women’s lives

Ways to Connect with Dr. Jessica:

Instagram

Purchase her latest book:

📘 Normalize It – Amazon

📗 Normalize It – Bookshop.org

Or find it wherever books are sold.

The Ballerina Who Refused to Break - Heather Ogden’s Story

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 00:01:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Heather Ogden, Principal Dancer with the National Ballet of Canada, to explore what it means to rebuild strength, identity, and purpose after motherhood, injury, and change.

At 44, Heather is still performing at the top of her craft — balancing artistry and athleticism while raising two children, recovering from back surgery and performing the lead Odette in Swan Lake at just 5 months postpartum. Together, Nikki and Heather dive into resilience, aging, body image, and the mindset it takes to keep showing up for your passion at every stage of life.

Heather shares:

How she returned to dance Swan Lake just five months postpartum
The mindset of recovery under pressure
Why aging as a performer has brought unexpected confidence and perspective
How motherhood reshaped her relationship with her body
Her advice to dancers — and all women — on body image and self-worth
The mental tools that helped her navigate injury, transition, and reinvention

In this episode, we explore the intersection of art, motherhood, and resilience — and how strength evolves as we do.

Ways to Connect with Heather:
[Instagram]

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Understanding Mothers-in-Law: Boundaries & Breaking the Cycle with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500

This week, Nikki sits down with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, clinical psychologist, couples therapist, and author of You, Your Husband and His Mother. Together, they dive into the tricky and often emotional dynamics of mother-in-law relationships — from boundary setting and family triangles to breaking cycles and redefining your role as a mother and partner. Tracy shares her years of clinical insight and actionable strategies for navigating these relationships without guilt or resentment.

Tracy shares:

Why tensions can arise when you marry into your husband’s family
How & why mothers support their daughters but sometimes challenge their daughters-in-law
The difference between a boundary and a request — and how to enforce it without conflict
The role of identity in mother-in-law dynamics and why some women struggle more
The Vault Method: Tracy’s five-step system for couples to navigate family stress and set healthy boundaries
How to break generational patterns while maintaining connection and love within your family

In this episode, we discuss relationship dynamics, boundary setting, family triangles, and actionable strategies to create healthier, more empowering family relationships.

Ways to Connect with Dr. Tracy & Purchase You, Your Husband and His Mother:
Web | Instagram

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Before the Hysterectomy: Carol’s story of Endometrial Cancer, Loss, & Hope

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 00:01:00 -0400

This week, Nikki sits down with her lifelong friend, Carol, who is preparing for a hysterectomy and oophorectomy after a long journey with endometrial cancer. At 44, she’s facing the reality that she’ll never be able to carry children — a loss she’s spent years fighting to prevent through egg freezing, cancer treatments and hope. In this deeply personal conversation, Carol shares the heartbreak, courage, and surrender that come with saying goodbye to her fertility while entering surgical menopause. Together, they talk about grief, resilience, and what it means to keep hope alive in the face of profound change.

Carol shares:

Her experience navigating endometrial cancer and the treatments she tried to preserve fertility
The emotional reality of needing a hysterectomy and ovary removal after exhausting every other option
Coping with the grief of infertility and the loss of a dream she held onto for years
How she’s preparing mentally, physically, and emotionally for the surgery
The support, resilience, and self-compassion she’s leaning on during this difficult time

In this episode we discuss facing loss, confronting life-altering medical decisions, and finding strength in moments of uncertainty.

Ways to Connect with Carol: Web | Instagram

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What Endometriosis Is Really Telling Us with Dr. Mathew Leonardi

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0400

This week, Nikki sits down with Dr. Mathew Leonardi, one of North America’s leading experts on endometriosis, to uncover the truth about a condition that affects 1 in 10 women, yet often takes a decade to diagnose. From the hidden history of “hysteria” in women’s medicine to unfortunately normalized period pain,, this episode dives deep into how bias, outdated systems, and silence have shaped the way women experience healthcare, and how Dr. Leonardi is working to change that.

Dr. Leonardi shares:

Why it takes an average of 10 years for women to get an endometriosis diagnosis
How cultural stigma and language have minimized women’s pain for generations
The real signs your period pain isn’t normal and deserves investigation
Why surgery shouldn’t be the only way to diagnose or treat endo
The reality that endo can be a chronic and recurrent condition — and why a “one and done” approach rarely works
The use of ultrasound vs surgery in endometriosis diagnosis
The promise of new, multimodal care — combining medication, physiotherapy, diet, and mental health support — to help women find real relief
The hope: how research and awareness are finally shifting the narrative

It’s an eye-opening, validating, and empowering conversation that every woman should hear — whether you’ve been dismissed in a doctor’s office or simply want to understand your body better.

Ways to connect with Dr. Mathew: Instagram | Web | YouTube | X

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Taking the Mic Solo: Nikki’s Journey to The Belle Method

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 00:01:00 -0400

Season 11 of We Go There kicks off with something new - it’s me, Nikki, sharing my own journey for the first time. From dancer to teacher, from injury to purpose, and from being broke and burnt out to building The Belle Method 14 years ago… this episode is a look behind the scenes at the moments that shaped it all. My hope? That it inspires you to see how your own challenges can become the foundation for something beautiful.

Nikki Shares:

Why she decided to take the podcast solo and what it’s like to step into the spotlight alone
How personal tragedy and a search for purpose led her to Pilates and ultimately to founding The Belle Method
The early challenges of starting a business from scratch, including taking risks with no safety net
How she transformed physio into fun, engaging classes and built a community-centered approach to women’s wellness
Pivoting during the pandemic to launch online courses that support women during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond
Lessons on leadership, humility, and surrounding yourself with people who know more than you.

Get ready for a season full of inspiring stories, expert insights, and candid conversations. This first episode sets the tone…we are getting deep!

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Our 100th Episode & New Beginnings with Nikki & Lexi

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Thank you for being with us the past 100 episodes! We’ve laughed, we’ve cried, we’ve shared our anger, we’ve shared our hopes… we have not held back. We are looking forward to the next 100 episodes and promise to keep “going there” in every way. Tune in for some updates :)

Show Notes:

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

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S10 | E99 Global Maternal Health and Lessons From Birth in Africa with Medical Anthropologist, Dr. Adrienne Strong

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Adrienne Strong is a medical anthropologist whose research is primarily based in Tanzania, concentrating on maternal mortality, nursing, hospital ethnography, and theories of care. She is the author of the 2020 book Documenting Death: Maternal Mortality and the Ethics of Care in Tanzania. Dr Strong shares her unorthodox birth story, the importance of self-advocating and what we can learn from birth practices in developing countries.

Dr. Adrienne Shares:

The extent to which women in lower resource settings still struggle to get adequate care during pregnancy and birth
How Adrienne’s experience in Tanzania has shaped her perspective on her own pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding journey, and approach to parenting a 9 month old
How she got into this work as a medical anthropologist
What we can learn from other cultures in terms of improving birth culture in North America and other western countries

Show Notes:

For more of Adrienne, please visit instagram.com/adrienne.strong on Instagram and adrienne-strong.com on the Web

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S10 | E98 How to Make (and Keep) Beautiful Money with Lee Jacobs

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Lee is a guide and mentor on all things spiritual wealth + wellbeing. She has spent several decades mentoring entrepreneurs globally to achieve their highest destiny. Her book Beautiful Money was celebrated across the Globe and her newest book Auric Living teaches one to live out greatest joy and alignment. She dives into what we can do in our day to day lives to truly succeed and make “beautiful money.” Tune in to find out small mindset changes you can make to increase your wealth!

Lee Shares:

What “beautiful money” means
How to make more “beautiful money”
Why worrying about money is a primal issue
How to use money as a tool
How to stop struggling with money
How to find your archetype and learn how to use it to your financial advantage

Show Notes:

For more of Lee, please visit instagram.com/leemariejacobs on Instagram and www.leemariejacobs.com on the Web

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S10 | E97 OUCH Neuroscience Based Solutions for IUD Insertion Pain with Chelsea Carter & Kellie Coleman

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 11:04:37 -0400

Current clinical practice lacks effective pain management during common gynecological procedures such as IUD insertion. Because of this, pain can often be a barrier for a patient in choosing a form of contraception that best serves them. Kellie Coleman works in pain management as a nurse practitioner AND a chiropractor. She and Chelsea Carter are spearheading research to offer multimodal pain for women's care using neuroscience. Learn how transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS unit) offers an option for effective pain control during intrauterine device insertion. Tune in to find out how this can help and where you can find one!

Kellie and Chelsea Share:

Why is IUD insertion so painful and how can we improve it
Using neuroscience to improve women's pain
Alternative non-pharmacological pain management for IUD insertion
TENS unit, what it is and how it can help
How to get a TENS unit for yourself

Show Notes:

For more information, check out this study!

For more information on TENS units, click here!

For more of Victoria and Chelsea, please visit instagram.com/heyymrscarterr and on Instagram.

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S10 | E96 Beyond Antibiotics: Improving Interstitial Cystitis, UTI’s & Bladder Pain with Urologist Dr. Victoria Scott

Tue, 08 Oct 2024 10:10:40 -0400

Dr. Victoria Scott is a Urologist who is passionate about improving the treatment of female pelvic floor disorders and improving the quality of women's lives. From UTI’s to IC to bladder pain, we cover it all. How it feels, how to prevent… and most importantly, how to treat this often chronic pain. Dr. Scott walks us through how we can advocate for ourselves to get better treatment beyond constant antibiotics. She also shares the science behind the health supplement Femetry that she's developed as a treatment AND prevention option for women with recurrent bladder pain.

Dr. Scott Shares:

What IC is and why it’s so hard to diagnose?
The main symptoms of IC and UTI’s. How do they differ?
What makes someone more likely to have painful bladder syndrome?
What are the stats? How common is this issue?
Treatment options beyond antibiotics
Lifestyle modifications people can make to improve their symptoms
What should women ask for with respect to tests if they have recurrent UTI's?
What is the Femetry supplement you created and how does it work to both prevent and treat bladder pain?
Why are you so passionate about this issue as a urologist yourself?

Show Notes:

Femetry supports women with Interstitial Cystitis, or Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) offering potent doses of clinically researched ingredients that promote a healthy urinary tract and target IC symptoms.

Explore more on the Femetry blog for expert advice from Urologist Dr Victoria Scott and her colleagues on managing IC and improving your well-being.

These doctor-formulated supplements are supported by extensive clinical research and designed to offer targeted solutions for your symptoms.

Dr. Scott is offering 15% off your purchase of Femetry Urinary Cleanse & Flora Balance, Bladder Daily Comfort and Bladder Acid Control. Use code THEBELLEMETHOD for 15% off Femetry!

For more of Dr. Scott, please visit instagram.com/dr.victoria.scott and instagram.com/pelvichealthdocs on Instagram and www.downtheredoctors.com on the Web

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S10 | E95 We’re baaaack! with Nikki and Lexi

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0400

We’ll be chatting about…

How we’re juggling all our responsibilities
How we’re prioritizing ourselves when things get crazy
How to slowww down when everything seems so busy
And more!

Show Notes:

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E94 Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries from Birth and Their Life-Altering Impact On Two Women

Thu, 25 Apr 2024 15:44:21 -0400

Trigger Warning: Birth trauma, Mental Health Struggles, Suicide, and Sexual Assault

SOLACE (Severe Obstetric Laceration Awareness and Community Engagement) is a non-profit that was founded by Caroline Stadler in April of 2023. Caroline sustained a missed a 4th degree tear from a forceps delivery when giving birth to her daughter in 2022. She struggled both physically and mentally as she navigated care for her symptoms and recovery due to a lack of structured resources available in the United States. Caroline was then joined on the board of SOLACE by multiple women who had similar journeys and medical professionals who were passionate about making a change in the awareness and after care of severe tearing.

Caroline and Sepideh Share:

While obstetric data reports a 6-7 percent rate of Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASI), looking at the ultrasound data shows that up to 40% of patients who have had a prior vaginal delivery have sphincter defects that were never diagnosed: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM199312233292601 (Also: https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/uog.18827). In addition to OASIS, 20 to 35% of moms who have had a vaginal delivery will suffer from a LAM (Levator Ani Muscles) injury which predisposes them to prolapses and incontinence. While there are surgical and non-surgical options for both anal sphincter and LAM injuries, the success rates are low and women often suffer from symptoms for a life-time.
Vacuum and Forceps deliveries, especially forceps are major risk factors for an OASI.
Based on a recent survey by the MASIC Foundation in the UK, 45% of women with OASIS experience postpartum depression and 78% have traumatic memories of their birth experience.
An OASI (Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injury) has negative impacts on many dimensions of a woman's life. 50% of women in medium-term studies experience anal incontinence and 54% state that their symptoms are unacceptable and cause them to alter their lifestyle: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7093361/
Obstetric training for the diagnosis and repair of anal sphincter injuries is inadequate in the US: https://consultqd.clevelandclinic.org/obstetric-anal-sphincter-injuries

Show Notes:

For more of SOLACE, please visit instagram.com/@solaceforwomenorg on Instagram and https://www.solaceforwomen.org/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E93 Creatine and Female Health with Darren Candow, Ph.D.

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Darren G. Candow, Ph.D., CSEP-CEP, is a Professor and world-renowned creatine researcher. He busts myths and breaks down the science behind creatine supplementation - specifically for female bodies.

In this episode, we discuss evidence-based creatine dosing protocols to minimize unwanted side effects like bloating, and we dive into the impact of creatine on female bone health, muscle mass, endurance improvements in exercise and even brain health.

Dr. Candow is the Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. Dr. Candow’s research program develops effective lifestyle interventions involving creatine monohydrate and resistance training which have practical and clinical relevance for improving muscle, bone and brain health/function.

Dr. Candow Shares:

How creatine is beneficial to females
What is the best protocol to use for women starting creatine to reduce side effects like bloating?
How does it impact muscle mass, bone health, and weight?
What kind of improvements women can expect to see if they start taking creatine
Creatine in pregnancy and breastfeeding
Who should NOT take it?

Studies Referenced:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33800439/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37144634/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33557850/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25993883/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33759701/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33467377/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35688360/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35276903/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37368234/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30978926/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670822/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24766646/

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Darren Candow, please visit https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/ on Instagram

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E92 Beyond the Surface: Eating Disorder Recovery with Kyla Fox

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Trigger Warning - This episode focuses on eating disorders and eating disorder recovery.

Kyla Fox is an Eating Disorder Specialist, Survivor and Advocate. As someone who severely struggled with disordered eating during her teen years, Kyla experienced the large care gaps and fundamental flaws in the treatment and recovery approach that prevent patients from getting the help that they need. Kyla has been filling that gap with her realistic and innovative approach to eating disorder management, treatment and recovery, and the creation of her outpatient treatment clinic, The Kyla Fox Centre. As a mother, Kyla shares tips for parents to ensure we are creating a positive and supportive environment for our children’s eating habits and bodies. Eating disorders are on a spectrum and we cover it all in this episode.

Kyla Shares:

Kyla’s story and how she decided to help others going through eating disorders and recovery
How someone can know it is time to get help
What do you wish would change in this realm of eating disorders?
The psychological, emotional, and social factors that contribute to these disorders
Everyone’s journey is different, Kyla shares what this looks like in her centre
Tips for parents on how to raise empowered eaters

Show Notes:

For more of Kyla Fox, please visit https://www.instagram.com/@KylaFoxRecovery on Instagram and www.kylafoxcentre.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E91 Entrepreneurship, Law, and Being a Cancer Survivor with Andrea Henry

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Andrea is a Cambridge-educated lawyer, entrepreneur, single mom of 3 and cancer survivor.

In this conversation, we discuss Andrea’s incredible entrepreneurial journey, why she loves working with women entrepreneurs, and the incredible mindset strategies that have helped her to achieve her impressive success!

You’ll learn how to protect your intellectual property in a very easy to understand and relatable way!

Today, Andrea owns a multi 6-figure business with the goal of uplifting women to reach their financial dreams by harnessing the law at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey.

Andrea Shares:

Andrea shares what her journey, personally and professionally, has taught her
How entrepreneurs can use the law in their favour to build their business
Andrea is a cancer survivor, she explains how it feels being on the other side and her advice to others battling health challenges
Her experience as a single mom and how she continues to prioritize her goals and wellbeing

Show Notes:

For more of Andrea Henry, please visit https://www.instagram.com/andreahenry.lawyer on Instagram and https://www.andreahenry.ca/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E90 Debunking Pregnancy "Food Rules" with Marni Wasserman

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

When it comes to healthy eating in pregnancy, Marni Wasserman has a lot to share. She's a mom of two, nutritionist, and holistic chef. as well as the host of The Ultimate Baby Podcast and former co-host of The Ultimate Health Podcast.

Marni sets the record straight on "the right foods" to eat during pregnancy and postpartum, busts some myths, and encourages us to use our intuition. She combines knowledge, passion, and experience to educate moms on how to adopt a real food diet and balanced lifestyle through simple strategies.

In this episode, we discuss diet and supplementation throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond! Tune in to find out how we can navigate healthy eating for ourselves and our family.

Marni Shares:

How to navigate all the decisions during pregnancy
Building a healthy mama & baby before, during and after pregnancy
Eating during pregnancy - including controversial topics like sushi, organ meat, vitamin A, etc.
Best supplements for yourself and your children

Show Notes:

For more of Marni Wasserman, please visit instagram.com/marniwasserman on Instagram and MarniWasserman.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E89 Mama Psychologists: Not Your Mother’s Postpartum

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

Meet Chelsea & Caitlin. They are the founders of MamaPsychologists, best friends, Registered Psychologists, and, most importantly, moms (to 4 kids aged 5 and under) who struggled significantly in the postpartum period. From a month-long NICU stay to birth trauma and postpartum anxiety—they truly have experienced many of the topics we talk about!

They recently wrote a book entitled Not Your Mother's Postpartum Book where we deep dive into all the things no one talks about in the postpartum period. In this episode we cover topics from postpartum mental health, birth trauma, relationships, boundaries, and much more.

Chelsea & Caitlin Cover:

Perinatal/Postpartum (birth trauma, transition to motherhood)
Mom Guilt
NICU Stays
The “Mother Wound”
SO much more!

Show Notes:

For more of MamaPsychologists, please visit https://www.instagram.com/mamapsychologists on Instagram and http://www.mamapsychologists.ca on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E88 Find Your Peak Performance with Mindset Coach Hina Khan

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400

As a Peak Performance Mindset Coach and former Psychotherapist, Hina has been a student of the mind, human behaviour and human potential. She is someone who will help you challenge and explore the thoughts and beliefs that hold you back. Hina is covering what we can do to have more money, more time with our family, more resources to contribute where we want, and more… WITHOUT adding hours to our day.

Hina Shares:

Things we can start doing today to get where we want to go
Why is it so important to focus on where we want to go - instead of where we are now?
How can we get the things we want while still keeping balance in our life?
How can we overcome self-doubt and take a step towards the future we dream of?
How can we manifest?

Show Notes:

For more of Hina Khan, please visit https://www.instagram.com/coachwithhina/?hl=en on Instagram and https://hinakhan.ca/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E87 Cannabis - Busting the Myths with Emma Andrews

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Description:

Emma Andrews is a dynamic leader with 15+ years experience working across the natural products, sport nutrition, and cannabis industries. She is a media correspondent for the cannabis industry and has gained invaluable insights into all aspects of the supply chain and consumption experience. Emma has explored cannabis from every lens and is sharing the truth about cannabis use, not only from the perspective of an industry expert, but also from the perspective of a mom and athlete.

From THC to CBD, we talk about what may work for you. Emma candidly discusses cannabis in pregnancy, breastfeeding, sports, and more, Tune in for all the details!

Emma Shares:

When and why did you start using cannabis?
What health benefits are there from cannabis use?
What are the trends around cannabis consumption?
What are your thoughts on the stigma surrounding cannabis for some? How have you overcome that?
How did you become a cannabis advocate? What personally made you feel so passionate?
What are some myths around cannabis you’d like to bust?
What advice do you have for someone who would like to explore cannabis?

Show Notes:

For more of Emma Andrews, please visit https://www.instagram.com/emma.exhales/ on Instagram and www.emmajaneandrews.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E86 Trauma Informed Care with Dr. Heather Millar

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Dr. Millar is working to train other birth providers on how to offer trauma-informed care. Pap smears, pelvic exams, IUD insertions, surgeries, and childbirth are all complex and often deeply vulnerable moments for a patient. Step one is ensuring that the patient's background and trauma history are recognized, and then working to enhance the experience for all those who feel uncomfortable during these times should be essential. We cover it all in this episode! We even cover tips on how you can have the best experience even if your doctor isn’t trauma-informed.

Dr. Heather Millar’s trauma-informed care work began around the goal of improving the sexual and reproductive health of marginalized girls and young women, both locally and internationally. She is particularly interested in innovative approaches to prevention and care in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for this high-risk group, including inter-disciplinary collaboration and community partnership.

Dr. Millar Shares:

Dr. Millar's story and how she came to find this work of trauma-informed care within Obstetrics
Why is it important to have a trauma-informed care team?
How common are trauma-informed ObGyns? What kind of work do we have to do to get there?
Examples of Dr. Millar's work and how it has impacted her patients (story time)!
What questions can women ask when trying to find a trauma-informed practitioner?

Show Notes:

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E85 Vaginal Weight Lifting & Sexual Power with Kim Anami

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0500

Kim has always been highly attuned to her own sexual energy + spiritual curiosity. She’s made it her life mission to help others use sex for deep personal growth. She’s a globe-trotting coach, national media commentator, and retreat curator with a book in the works, a bodaciously blooming business, and a collection of couture crystal and maribou dildos.

In this episode we truly go there with Kim discussing her journey to where she is today, the controversy surrounding her work, the concept of using sex to reach enlightenment, and so much more [including the heaviest item Kim’s ever lifted with her vagina].

Kim Shares:

Her story and how she got into this work
Why Kim thinks so many vaginas “are numb” and how she tells her clients to fix it
Kim’s teachings on manifesting with our vagina
How Kim responds to medical professionals who say that her practice of “vaginal kung fu” (jade eggs) can injure your vagina
The keys to tapping into your sexual energy and power

Show Notes:

For more of Kim Anami, please visit https://www.instagram.com/kimanami/?hl=en on Instagram and https://kimanami.com/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S9 | E84 Let’s Catch Up… with Nikki and Lexi

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 00:01:00 -0500

We’ll be chatting about…

How we’re juggling work, travel, parenting, etc.
Our thoughts on taking time away from your kids
In turn, how to make the most of your time with your children
Prioritizing yourself and small ways you can start doing that today
Mom triggers: How to work through & overcome them

Show Notes:

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E83 Navigating the Ethics in Medical Decision Making with Dr. Rebecca Greenberg

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 16:17:02 -0400

Making big health decisions can be overwhelming.. It can challenge our personal values and beliefs and lead to internal conflict and unrest. It can cause rifts in families. We can wonder “what is the right thing to do?” and have uncertainty when there is more than one way to proceed. Dr. Rebecca Greenberg is a bioethicist who works with families to help reduce the stress and burden of medical decision-making and provides the necessary support to make a difficult decision with confidence. A Bioethicist is a healthcare professional trained to guide people who are unsure about what is the best choice or the right thing to do.

Dr. Rebecca Greenberg is a nurse and bioethicist who has been working in healthcare for the past two decades with a particular focus on pediatrics and women’s health. She guides clients through making difficult decisions about their own health and that of their loved ones. She approaches each unique situation with compassion, no judgements and supports people in getting to the right decision for them.

Rebecca’s aim is to help all those struggling with medical decision making so they can reach “lasting moral peace” in the face of tough choices.

Dr. Rebecca Shares:

Making an ethical decision doesn’t always ‘feel good’ - how can we come to terms with this?
How to find clarity in making complex medical decisions
How to navigate your own ethical dilemma about your health (i.e. should I have more kids, fertility treatment planning, should I have an abortion, do I want another round of chemo for my cancer)
How to make medical decisions on behalf of a loved one (i.e. child, partner or parent)
How to manage conflict in families making difficult medical decisions (i.e. parents making decisions for children, or adult siblings making decisions for parents)

We discuss the following topics that can be especially challenging:

conflict within your family about your health planning
pregnancy termination decisions
healthcare decisions pertaining to your baby while pregnant and as a newborn
medical decisions for children and minors
fertility treatment considerations

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Rebecca, please visit greenbergconsulting on Instagram and https://www.greenbergconsulting.ca on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E82 Ditching Yo-Yo Dieting with Lucia Hawley

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Trigger warning: This episode covers body image and weight loss.

Lucia Hawley is a women's weight loss expert living in Portland, Oregon. She helps women ages 30 and older end yo-yo dieting and weight loss resistance with the principles of mindfulness and self-compassion and scientifically-backed nutrition science. Society one minute tells us to be smaller then flips to love the body we’re in! It can feel like whiplash and Lucia is sharing her journey with weight loss in hopes of empowering other women to work towards a body they love.

Lucia Shares:

Lucia’s personal journey with weight loss as an obese teen
Overcoming embarrassment and embracing wellness
How to drop the shame about wanting to change your body and how you feel
“Love your body” messaging and how it can sometimes be harmful
How to overcome a negative relationship with the scale
Mindfulness in the health journey
Social media’s role in body image
Taking the urgency of weight management

Show Notes:

For more of Lucia, please visit luciahawley_ on Instagram and www.luciahawley.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E81 Breathwork with Jill Miller: The Science of Resilience

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Jill Miller, fascia expert, has 30 years of corrective movement expertise that forges links between the worlds of yoga, massage, athletics, and pain management. Her signature self-care fitness programs, Yoga Tune Up® and The Roll Model® are found at gyms, yoga studios, hospitals, athletic training facilities and corporations worldwide. She is the author of The Roll Model: A Step-by-Step Guide to Erase Pain, Improve Mobility, and Live Better in Your Body, and a contributing author on self-myofascial release in the text book Fascia, Function and Medical Applications.

In this episode Jill breaks down the basics for connecting with your body, using Yoga Tune Up® balls, her personal experiences, and all the info we need to heal using movement. Jill tells us where to focus in our bodies, how to breath through it, and how to become aware of our journey.

Jill Shares:

The importance of diaphragm
All about rib flare -what can we do about it?
Jill’s daily practice for self-care (and her advice if you’re just starting on your self-care healthcare journey!)
What’s missing from the mental health conversations - How is the body involved? Self-massage?
How Jill juggles it ALL with a young family, book writing, and running a business
The importance of the BODY in breathwork and how self-massage is key to accessing a bodyside response
How to trigger a parasympathetic response
The importance of singing in Jill’s life & the significance of her relationship with it

Show Notes:

For more of Jill, please visit @thejillmiller @tuneupfitness on Instagram and tuneupfitness.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E80 Cold Plunges, Breathwork and the Creation of Othership with Amanda Laine & Harry Taylor

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Harry and Amanda are 2 of the 5 co-founder's at Othership. They have designed and built the first emotional training classes in North America combining beautiful social spaces built around saunas/ice baths and the leading Breathwork mobile app. They are creating spaces that encourage openness to the awe, belonging, and interconnectivity that animates the human experience.

In this episode, Harry and Amanda cover the benefits of connecting to your mind and body. They also take us on a guided breathwork from their app.

Amanda and Harry Share:

Cold plunge/ice bath benefits (the actual benefits vs. what you see on social media)
The importance of saunas
How to focus on and implement breath work into your everyday life
How all of these experiences help break down trauma and can encourage healing
Emotional regulation
How breathwork can help your relationships and intimacy

Show Notes:

For more of Amanda and Harry, please visit @amandalaine111 / @harrison.z.taylor / @othership / @othership.app on Instagram and http://www.othership.us on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E79 Forceps and Birth Injuries with Dr. Giulia Muraca M.P.H. and Ph.D.

Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Forceps assisted birth increases the risk of OASI (obstetric anal sphincter injury) significantly. Dr. Muraca breaks down her doctoral research on instrumental assisted birth to help provide informed consent for everyone giving birth. Being informed can help decrease the risk of injury.

Dr. Guilia Muraca is a perinatal epidemiologist and an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Health Research Methods, Evidence & Impact at McMaster University.

Her research uses epidemiologic approaches to identify optimal intervention rates in birth (e.g., cesarean delivery rate, induction rate) that minimize the frequency of adverse maternal and neonatal outcomes (e.g., postpartum hemorrhage, obstetric anal sphincter injury, maternal sepsis, neonatal sepsis, birth injury).

Dr. Muraca’s research program at McMaster University aims to produce evidence to support enhanced safety and satisfaction in the care of pregnant individuals and their children, with emphasis on care quality, accessibility and equity.

Dr. Muraca Shares:

How commonplace are forceps births?
What is the impact on the pelvic floor and long term issues with prolapse and incontinence after instrumental assisted birth?
Dr. Muraca’s research has discovered that rates of trauma after Operative Vaginal Deliveries is higher than previously reported - let’s dive into that.
What are some changes that could be made to make operative vaginal deliveries safer?
What are your thoughts on our rising cesarean birth rates? Factors at play? Concerns you may have, if any?
What do you wish more people knew about birth and recovery?
What are the biggest changes you would like to see made to the current state of obstetrics in Canada?
Asian-White disparities in obstetric anal sphincter injury: A systematic review and meta-analysis: 39% of women experience fecal incontinence after 3rd or 4th degree tearing (aka Obstetric anal sphincter injury (OASI). Your research showed that there is an increased risk from women who identify as Asian race vs White. Let’s talk about why.

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Muraca, please visit www.giuliamuraca.com

X handles: @giuliamuraca1; @PERLLabMac

S8 | E78 Parenting Without the Battle Requires Skills with Tia Slightham

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Tia is a parenting coach, teacher, business owner, best-selling author and most importantly a MOM.

In this episode, Tia is sharing amazing tips that will help us parent with purpose and sitch the guilt. Listening, teaching, and getting on the same page as your child will help put an end to many problems parents face. Tune in for strategies that work (and that you can start using today!)

Tia is the founder of Tia Slightham- Parenting Solutions and The Parenting With Purpose Method, where she works with parents to teach them positive ways to decrease the daily struggles we all encounter as parents.

Tia Shares:

How to parent without anger and guilt
Parenting with purpose vs. with battles
Breaking generational cycles
Tips and tricks for working with your child (while still keeping boundaries)
Age appropriate boundaries
How to guide your kids through decision making
Cell phones and social media guidance

Show Notes:

For more of Tia, please visit instagram.com/tiaparentingcoach on Instagram and www.tiaslightham.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E77 The Missing Pieces to Your Cesarean Recovery with Dr. Jen Fraboni

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Jen Fraboni, PT, DPT, is an internationally-renowned physical therapist who specializes in helping people overcome chronic pain and maximize physical performance. She’s also a c-section mom herself who understands gaps in c-section recovery. In this episode we cover it all from how to prepare for a c-section (even if you aren’t planning on having one), what to expect after having a c-section, best practice for early rehab, mobilizing your scar, and scar massage. Jen shares her personal journey and easy to follow advice for fellow cesarean moms.

Check out Jen's free postpartum guide for cesarean births here: https://docjenfit.com/postpartum

Dr. Jen Shares:

The biggest gaps in cesarean recovery
When to start recovery
Jen’s own cesarean recovery journey
Things you can do to prepare for a cesarean
How to find the right amount of movement after a cesarean birth
C-section shelf - what to do about it
When and how to start mobilizing the scar
How to practice scar massages
Getting back to movement safely
The healing journey and how it looks different for everyone

Show Notes:

For more of Jen, please visit Instagram.com/docjenfit on Instagram and https://jen.health on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E76 Building a Superfoods Empire with Kristel de Groot

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Kristel is half of the powerhouse team behind Your Super, one of the biggest superfood brands in the U.S. and Europe. In just over 8 years, Your Super transformed from zero to hero, with a whopping $200 million in revenue and a successful exit in October 2022. Your Super was launched when Kristel’s partner, Michael, was diagnosed with cancer at age 24. While Michael was going through chemo, Kristel started experimenting with the possibilities of using food as medicine. Since then, Kristel and Michael recently published their newest book Your Super Life.

In this episode, Kristel takes us through superfoods, wellness, entrepreneurship, motherhood, and more. She’s done it all and she’s sharing how we can all be a little healthier and listen to our bodies.

Kristel Shares:

How she became so passionate about superfoods
How superfoods can help your body (from eczema to cancer and beyond)
The evidence behind superfoods
Kristel’s journey in building her business
Most important superfoods to incorporate into your diet
Kristel’s business journey and transition into motherhood
Kristel shares more about her moon day policy where women get 1 day per month when they have a period to do what they can - from canceling their meetings to taking the day off.

Show Notes:

For more of Kristel, please visit Instagram.com/kristelandmichael on Instagram and kristelandmichael.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E75 Quickie on Boobies with Nikki and Lexi

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 08:57:41 -0400

In this mini episode with Nikki and Lexi the banter is about boobs. Both have struggled with postpartum boob confidence but they’re learning to embrace it. Lexi shares her thoughts of breast augmentation after 4 kids, and Nikki talks about the mental work of owning what you’ve got. They talk about their experience going through all the boob phases life has to offer. If you’ve ever wished for bigger, smaller, or perkier boobs, this episode is for you!

Show Notes:
For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S8 | E74 Postpartum body odour is a thing and Jenn Pike is here to help.

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Jenn Pike is a Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Certified Yoga & Pilates Instructor and a Medical Exercise Specialist. She specializes in women's health + hormones and as an inspired Mom of two, she understands the struggle of hormonal body odor post baby.

Jenn’s mission is to inspire you to cut the B.S and help you to create more Simplicity and Ease in all you do. She breaks down WHY we smell… and what we can do about it!

Jenn Shares:

Why do you smell more like stinky onions when breast-feeding? HELP!
How do our hormones play a role in our sweating/body odour?
What else causes us to smell?
How long does it last post baby?
What can we do to naturally improve our sweating and body odour?
What kind of body products should we look for?
What does it mean if the smell lingers long past having a baby?
Are there any supplements that help?
How can we make the transition to natural deodorants? Do they even work?

Show Notes:

For more of Jenn, please visit Instagram.com/Jennpike on Instagram and jennpike.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E73 Sounding the alarm on preventable maternal death, the loss of obstetric skills like vaginal breech birth, and reviewing the ARRIVE trial with Dr. Rohan D’Souza OBGYN, PhD.

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Trigger warning: We discuss maternal death during and after pregnancy, as well as problematic cesarean birth rates.

Dr. Rohan D’Souza is an obstetrician and associate professor with the departments of Obstetrics & Gynaecology and Health Research Methods, Evidence and Impact at McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada. He specializes in the care of pregnant women and gender-diverse people with medical disorders, and his research work is focused on reducing pregnancy-related adverse events. Dr. D’Souza has made it his mission to reduce pregnancy-related adverse events. Dr. D’Souza and Nikki explore the alarming statistics that may be missed and what kind of advocacy is needed to improve outcomes for women during and after pregnancy.

Dr. D’Souza Shares:

The CBC news article “Canada significantly undercounts maternal deaths, and doctors are sounding the alarm” - got a lot of attention. In your interview, you cited the importance of better maternal health monitoring systems to prevent avoidable deaths. The article stated that Canada undercounts the maternal mortality rate. Let’s talk about that.
Let’s talk about the increasing cesarean rates. We know they vary tremendously from provider to provider and hospital to hospital. What is the current data and trend over time? What kind of impact do you believe this trend has on maternal (in the short and long term?)? We know the age of a first-time mother is increasing, as well as body mass index - but is there something else going on here?
The lost skills of breech birth and forceps and how that is impacting C-section rates
What we need to know about the ARRIVE trial and how the data showing induction at 39 weeks reduces C-sections has been misinterpreted by many

Show Notes:

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E72 The Importance of Teaching Mindfulness, Meditation & Breath Work to Our Children with Natalie von Teichman

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

During the COVID-19 pandemic Natalie found herself being Canada’s 29th case… Her isolation period gave Natalie an even wider depth of insight around how to deal with situations that are beyond our control and the trauma it can play on us mentally. Her positive outlook by searching for silver linings through gratitude and mindset shifts, is something that she hopes she can help others with as they navigate the new and challenging environment that we live in today.

Natalie is the mother of 4 boys and made it her mission to give children the tools needed to meditate. Natalie created MediTATE the meditation bear and she’s breaking down how meditation benefits children of all ages.

Natalie Shares:

Hearing versus feeling (why is it important PRACTICE mental fitness, calmness, deep breaths...) and understanding this in terms of physical activities vs mental activities.
Expectations around meditation in children -- what is the goal here and why meditation/mindfulness is actually a language that is easier taught when you are young!
All about mediTATE (TATE) and how it is completely different from any other tool that exists on the market for children's mental fitness. This includes:

a) The content (what types of meditation stories will you get with miindfully)

b) The fully sensory experience (olfactory, auditory, visual, tactile) and why this is essential to help children engage in learning about their "inside body",

c) Why having a friend who is unique to YOU, is a wonderful way to feel grounded, loved, calm and centered. Especially in times of isolation.

Show Notes:

For more of Natalie, please visit instagram.com/miindfullymediTATE on Instagram and miindfully.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E71 Breaking Cycles and Raising Yourself with Dr. Tanya Cotler

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Tanya Cotler is a child and adult clinical psychologist, author and speaker who specializes in reproductive mental health, infant mental health and parent-child attachment and attachment trauma. Her work and approach also acknowledge that every relationship is messy and that repairing ‘mismatches’ (as opposed to avoiding them completely) is central to building safety and trust. To some extent, we will all project our own traumas onto our children - it’s how we react and repair that matters! If you find yourself battling with your child or feeling overwhelmed with emotions, this episode is for you.

Dr. Cotler Shares:

1. As a parent, what is the first step to figuring out if you’re projecting your own trauma onto your child? 2. How did you become so passionate with “Intergenerational trauma + cycle breaking? 3. How is trauma is carried forward through generations (our body carries what our mind cannot) 4. How to get your partner on the same page 5. How to start the work- what’s one question you can ask yourself? 6. How to break cycles —heal and raise ourselves as we raise our children 7. How to find self compassion, and repair mismatches/ruptures in parenting as we walk the path of cycle breaking (What is one thing you can keep saying to your kids to promote a secure bond)

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Cotler, please visit instagram.com/drcotler on Instagram and Tanyacotlerphd.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E70 Menopause is Not a Disease, it is a Stage of Life with Dr. Daiana Castleman

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Daiana Castleman is a Naturopathic Doctor and proud to be one of several Naturopathic Doctors to be qualified by the North American Menopause Society (NAMS) as a Certified Menopause Practitioner. Dr. Daiana helps women and their families go from feeling burnt out and overwhelmed to feeling calm and energized, so that they can do the things they need to do and show up for their family and loved ones. In this episode we discuss the ins and outs of perimenopause and menopause. Dr. Daiana breaks down what to expect, what we can do as preventative measures, and how we can thrive through menopause!

Daiana Shares:

Is menopause really something to dread? What can women expect?
When can women expect menopause?
How do we know menopause is coming? What are the early signs? (Some of these may be a surprise!)
What can we do to alleviate symptoms? How can we prepare?
Hormone testing - should we?
Can you postpone menopause?
Menopause hormone therapy myths - breast cancer fear, leads to weight gain, etc
Marketing - Marketing menopause is a lucrative business, careful about what we are consuming online and what is being targeting to us
Vaginal health during the menopause transition – why this is a silent epidemic
How can we best manage symptoms and celebrate this season of life?

Show Notes:

For more of Daiana, please visit instagram.com/drdaianacastleman on Instagram and daianacastleman.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E69 It’s probably normal, but if not… with Dr. Jolene Brighten

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Jolene Brighten NMD, is a hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology and trained in clinical sexology. Dr. Brighten is the author of Is This Normal, a non-judgemental guide to creating hormone balance, eliminating unwanted symptoms, and building the sexual desire you crave. In this episode, Dr. Brighten walks us through all the things we may not realize are related to our hormones. From preconception, to breastfeeding, to postpartum we always need to keep hormones in check. Through every stage of life, Dr. Brighten is breaking down what to look for and how to stay on top of feeling your best!

Jolene Shares:

Libido and breastfeeding - possible to have both at the same time?
Does body image affect libido?
What do sex hormones have to do with libido, and is that the whole story?
Some women notice changes with their libido during their menstrual cycle. Is there any truth to that?
Breastfeeding and menstrual cycle - how are they related?
What are some signs our hormones aren’t normal? (Let’s discuss anxiety, stress, acne, sleep etc.)
Postpartum hair loss and thyroid issues. How to know when it’s related?
How can hormones play a role in postpartum
All about thyroid issues: What to look out for and how to get tested
Best way to test hormones? How to find a good provider? GP or ND?

Show Notes:

Pre Order Dr. Brighten’s book here: https://drbrighten.com/is-this-normal/

For more of Jolene, please visit instagram.com/drjolenebrighten on Instagram and drbrighten.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E68 From Skincare to Entrepreneurial Success with Victoria Radford

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Victoria Radford is a celebrity makeup artist and skin expert driven by a fearless approach to beauty. Victoria has continually advanced her business and is sharing some of her best advice tidbits. She tells us the best skincare products and debunks some myths about your skin problems (hint: you can eat the cheese!). Victoria and Lexi discuss overcoming adversity as women entrepreneurs and share how you can become a better leader in your field.

Victoria Shares:

Victoria’s personal journey
How to ensure you’re using the right skincare products
Key products you need in your skincare routine
Tips based on your skin type
How your lifestyle affects your skin
How to combat acne, dryness, irritation
Debunking skincare myths
Adversity and overcoming it in an entrepreneurship journey
How vulnerability in leadership can take your team to the next level

Show Notes:

Books recommended in this episode:

Good to Great by Jim Collins

Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh

For more of Victoria, please visit instagram.com/victoriaradford on Instagram and radfordbeauty.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

[RERUN] S4 | E37 All About Endometriosis with Filmmaker Shannon Cohn, JD

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500

S7 | E67 Physiotherapist Going Against the Status Quo with Antony Lo

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Antony Lo is a physiotherapist from Australia and runs The Physio Detective service and My PT Education. He earned his degree from the University of Sydney and has been in practice since 1997 (old enough to see old things come back as new things!). Antony isn’t afraid to hold back when fighting for proper education and information surrounding women’s health. Antony and Nikki dive into it ALL: Pelvic Health Physiotherapy, tummy tucks, c-section scar tissue, gestational diabetes, diastasis recti, TVA, and so much more. Tune in for a healthy discourse!

Antony Shares:

1. How Antony Lo, pelvic health Physio, is going against the status quo to bring light to women’s health

2. Antony’s experience as a male in this field

3. What does it mean to “chase the feeling” & how do you know if you’ve taken it too far

4. Abdominoplasty/Tummy tuck truths

5. All about C-section scar tissue and its impacts

6. Gestational diabetes and Diastasis Recti - is there a link?

7. TVA: Are we too obsessed with this muscle?

8. What to expect when going to a Pelvic Health Physio

Show Notes:

For more of Antony, please visit instagram.com/physiodetective on Instagram and www.antonylo.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E66 Debunking Breastfeeding Myths with Carrie Bruno

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Description:

Carrie Bruno, Registered Nurse and IBCLC lactation consultant, made it her life’s work to support families as they move through all of parenting’s challenges. She is empathetic to parent’s journeys with breastfeeding and evidence based so you will be getting the most up to date advice in this interview! Some of this new information may come as a surprise, so Carrie breaks it down and shares advice on how to navigate your breastfeeding journey.

Carrie Shares:

New research and guidelines about breastfeeding from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine - hint, it’s probably not what we’ve been taught!
New information on plugged ducts and mastitis and how to treat them
D-MER, breastfeeding anxiety, and postpartum mental health
When to start pumping, how much to feed, and how often
How to avoid oversupply and undersupply - plus, how to know if your supply is “good”
How formula can play in (and how that’s okay)
Your experience will look different than what you see others doing, this is your journey!

Show Notes:

For more of Carrie, please visit instagram.com/the.mama.coach on Instagram and themamacoach.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E65 How to NOT Feel Triggered by Your Own Child with Cori Stern

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500

Cori Stern is a Child Behaviour Expert, Learning Specialist & Entrepreneur at heart. She coaches parents through the ages and stages of development - bringing calm to the chaos in their homes and improving their relationship with their children. Cori coaches Nikki and Lexi through role plays and real-life scenarios to help all parents listening. Cori equips us with tools to help raise a cooperative, resilient, and well-balanced kiddo.

Cori Shares:

How Cori became passionate about cooperative/responsive parenting parenting
The hardest ages to parent, stages of parenting, and what it all means
Understand how kids are wired (empowerment, control, reasoning, etc.)
How to keep your kids confidence while still correcting them
3-step framework to make parenting easier
Examples of tough situations and how to handle them
Heal from feeling like you say “no” all-day
Mindshifts, managing triggers, making connections, and more

Show Notes:

For more of Cori, please visit instagram.com/cori_stern on Instagram and coristern.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S7 | E64: Pelvic Organ Prolapse - From the Discovery to Recovery with the Hypopressive Technique with Trista Zinn

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500

In 2012 Trista Zinn was diagnosed with stage 2 bladder prolapse. As a personal trainer for over 20 years, she was determined to find a holistic approach to her recovery - something other than surgery - which led her to train in the Hypopressive technique. With a decade of personal and professional experience in Hypopressives she continues to passionately spread the word and help others with this revolutionary approach to core and pelvic health.

In this episode Trista shares the benefits and foundational practice of Hypopressives. Through her own journey and expertise she continues to help others improve their prolapse through low pressure fitness.

Trista Shares:

Trista's journey with prolapse and how she became so passionate about Hypopressives
How Trista started her journey to healing
What are Hypopressives? How do they work?
How to safely use Hypopressives to heal
Breathing aspect of Hypopressives
What is apnea?
How to activate your muscles
Rib flares in relation to Hypopressives
Who is a good candidate for Hypopressives
What does evidence show?
How is it different from the Nauli breathing technique?
What other issues can Hypopressives help?

Show Notes:

For more of Trista, please visit instagram.com/hypopressives.can on Instagram and coresetfitness.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E63 Birth Trauma: The Silenced Reality of Postpartum with Teela Tomassetti

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses birth trauma.

A few years ago Teela decided to pursue her Doctorate with a specialty in birth trauma due to her best friend's experience. Little did she know she would encounter her own birth trauma last year by way of midwifery violence and an excessive hemorrhage almost taking her life.

She’s made it her mission to create a safe space to explore birth trauma survivors' experience, challenging the expectations that we hold, advocating for change, and supporting survivors in discovering their healing. Teela shares advice on how to heal if you’re the one in three who have experienced birth trauma, and how to support others who have survived it.

Teela Shares:

Teela’s personal journey of becoming an advocate and a safe place for those who have experienced birth trauma
Tools to help yourself or anyone around you that has experienced birth trauma
Why is there so much silence around birth trauma
What makes a birth experience “traumatic”
Ways to allow yourself to heal at your own pace
How to love yourself and your body again after trauma
How trauma can affect your body in many ways, including physical
Intrusive thoughts and anxiety in postpartum
The reality of birth partner trauma
How to advocate for yourself
Can birth trauma be prevented?

Show Notes:

For more of Teela, please visit instagram.com/theteaonbirthtrauma on Instagram and theteaonbirthtrauma.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E62 Lived Experience vs. Academia on Trauma + Trafficking with Alexandra Stevenson

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:02:08 -0500

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, domestic violence, human trafficking and drug abuse.

Alexandra Stevenson experienced the unthinkable. It took years for her to process what happened to her. She shares her story with drugs, relationship violence, sexual assault, trafficking and more in an effort to prevent what happened to her happening to others.

Alexandra has a deep commitment to educating both herself and others about trauma, trafficking and, most importantly, how to prevent them. She cofounded an anti-trafficking nonprofit in the US and continues her work as a freelance consultant in Canada.

Alexandra Shares:

Alexandra’s raw, personal story with drugs, relationship violence, sexual assault and trafficking
How and when to start talking about consent with children
How to protect your children in the world, on social media, etc.
How to empower your children to protect themselves
How parents of boys can participate in the conversation in an effort to stop this from happening
Myths about trafficking
How to process and address what’s happened to you… it’s not your fault.
Tips to get through your own healing
Taking trauma into motherhood

Show Notes:

For more of Alexandra, please visit instagram.com/thelaughingsurvivor on Instagram and thelaughingsurvivor.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E61 The Truth on Pelvic Girdle Pain with Dr. Sinéad Dufour

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Dr. Sinéad Dufour is an Associate Clinical Professor in the Faculty of Health Science at McMaster University. Her current research interests include: conservative approaches to manage pelvic floor dysfunction, pregnancy-related pelvic-girdle pain, and interprofessional collaborative practice models of service provision to enhance pelvic health. Dr. Sinéad Dufour gives us the tools we need to combat SPD pain. She debunks myths, gives advice, and shares hope for the future with new breakthroughs in research.

Sinéad Shares:

Explanation of SPD, lightning crotch, pubic bone pain, etc.
Sinéad debunks pelvic-girdle pain myths
True causes of Pelvic-Girdle Pain & new info we need to know
What to do when Pelvic Girdle Pain is affecting your daily life and mental health.
Risk factors
This is physiology we can change, Sinead tells us how.
It’s NOT in your head. Here’s your top 3 tips.
How to set your brain and mindfulness up to help
What to look for when finding a PT/physiotherapist
Red flags in treatment
Where to go for help

Show Notes:

For more of Sinéad, please visit instagram.com/dr.sinead on Instagram

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E60 Plus Size Pregnancy + Birth with Jen McLellan

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Jen McLellan helps people navigate the world of plus size pregnancy, shares tips for embracing your body, and laughs her way through the adventures of parenthood. Jen is also a certified childbirth educator, wife, and mother to a charismatic twelve-year-old. In this episode Jen shares tips for those living in larger bodies - from preconception to postpartum - as well as how we can all be allies and create space for EVERY BODY.

Jen Shares:

Jen’s experience with plus size pregnancy + birth
Misconceptions about plus size pregnancy and birth
How we can all be allies and create a safe place for all sizes
Healthcare bias and how to find support
The importance of a supportive midwife and birth team
How to advocate for yourself so you can have a positive birth experience
How to navigate hurtful comments about plus size pregnancy
Relative vs. actual risk
The true safety of plus sized pregnancy
Wellness vs. weight

Show Notes:

For more of Jen, please visit instagram.com/plusmommy on Instagram and plussizebirth.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E59 Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Not the Postpartum Recovery You Expected with Dr. Margo Kwiatkowski

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500

Margo Kwiatkowski had her first child, a boy, in the summer of 2021 and soon after discovered she had pelvic organ prolapse. She has spent the last 6 months sharing her personal experience and professional knowledge about prolapse on Instagram. Prolapse affects a large group of women but can feel taboo to talk about. You’re not alone if you’re experiencing prolapse and there is hope! You can get back to the things you love and you don’t have to lose the activities you used to enjoy. Margo shares hope for all who may be experiencing prolapse and those who are worried they may develop prolapse.

Margo Shares:

How Margo knew something wasn’t right down there
Treating prolapse is beyond the specific area, it is the whole person
Margo’s personal birth experience and experience as a new mom - how it did/didn’t go to plan
Margo “did all the right things” and still ended up with pelvic organ prolapse, she shares how she showed herself grace and how you can too
There is hope with prolapse
Genetic causes & impacts on prolapse
Medical interventions that can help
How to rehab and heal
Pregnancy after prolapse
What Margo wishes more people knew
How to be proactive with prolapse
Specific things to do to improve prolapse/what to do if you’re worried about developing prolapse

Show Notes:

For more of Margo, please visit instagram.com/postpartum_prolapse on Instagram and p4moms.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E58 Surviving the Newborn Stage with Sharon Mazel

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 00:01:00 -0500

From overcoming new mom anxiety to dealing with judgments around your parenting decisions, parenting expert Sharon Mazel tells all! Sharon is an author, speaker, and mom of four with over two decades of experience in this field - she’s the co-author of bestselling book, What to Expect When You’re Expecting 4th and 5th Edition and shares advice on how to conquer the newborn stage with new tried and true strategies.

Shannon Shares:

How to bring calmness & confidence into parenting
How to navigate the judgment you feel around parenting decisions
How to prepare yourself for the newborn stage
The importance of having a tribe and people who support you (as well as getting info from good experts)
TOP questions Sharon receives including feeding, sleeping, and milestones
Feeding baby - different approaches, breastfeeding, formula, baby led weaning, purees, allergies, etc.
Survivors bias, co-sleeping, safety, SIDS
How to find confidence in yourself and your relationship with your baby
How to be supportive of yourself as a new parent and also the other new parents around you
The uniqueness of every baby and also the importance of early intervention

Show Notes:

For more of Sharon, please visit instagram.com/sharonmazel on Instagram and sharonmazel.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E57 Bathroom Anxiety Is a REAL Anxiety with Megan Marsiglio

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 02:11:00 -0400

After being diagnosed with Crohn's disease and IBS in 2009, Megan felt extremely isolated and humiliated about having digestive issues. She was always in pain, always running to the bathroom and avoided a lot of situations so that she didn’t have to talk about what she was experiencing, or risk not being able to make it to the bathroom in time (aka bathroom anxiety).

As Megan slowly began opening up about what she was dealing with, she learned that many others dealt with the same issues—they just weren’t talking about them. The stigma around gut issues is what ignited her passion to increase the conversation, push awareness, and create a community. We talk to Megan about her journey being diagnosed with Crohn’s and how she has overcome her anxiety today. She hopes others will join her on the other side of bathroom anxiety.

Megan Shares:

Her experience being diagnosed with Crohn’s
How to advocate for yourself when you’re having bathroom and gut issues
Validation in a diagnosis and how that changes things
What remission looks like (management, diet, etc.)
How to advocate and be diligent after a diagnosis
What bathroom anxiety looks like for different people
Tools that helped Megan manage bathroom anxiety
How important it is to have a community

Show Notes:

The apps Megan references in the episode are Go Here and Flush.

For more of Megan, please visit instagram.com/thegutgazette on Instagram and thegutgazette.ca on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E56 The Truth About Proper C-Section Recovery with Nicole Alfred

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Planned vs. emergency, singleton vs. multiples, first vs. repeat… There's a lot that makes your c-section journey unique. That’s why all c-section recoveries shouldn’t look the same! Nicole talks about the different cesarean birth experiences, the importance of having a plan, the bullshit that surrounds recovery, mental health during healing, and SO much more - tune in even if you don’t plan to have a c-section, these tips resonate for all of us.

Nicole Shares:

Aftercare of c-sections and how it’s different from vaginal delivery
The differences in c-sections and recovery around the world
How to reclaim your power after a cesarean birth
How to have a postpartum plan & handle multiple children at home after a major surgery
The bullshit around “Bounce Back Culture”
Unpacking birth trauma with healing techniques
C-section scar massage tips
Complications that can arise
How to keep realistic expectations on recovery and accept your postpartum body

Show Notes:

Join the [Free] C-Section Prep & Recovery workshop co-hosted by Nicole @C-sectionrecoverymethod and Nikki @thebellemethod here: https://the-belle-method.ck.page/c-birth

For more of Nicole, please visit

instagram.com/csectionrecoverycoach on Instagram

c-sectionrecoverymethod.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E55 Posture for Sexual Wellbeing with Dr. Janelle Howell

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

There’s so much information floating around about pelvic floors. Dr. Janelle Howell, DPT, WCS shares her top tips for ensuring your posture is supporting your pelvic floor. This affects more than you think including arousal, sex, and orgasms! Janelle discusses how our mindset can affect our pelvic floor and what to do about it. Tune in to chat about pelvic floors, sex, orgasms, God, and the things our mama never taught us!

Janelle Shares:

How does pelvic health impact us (beyond leaking and pregnancy)?
Her thoughts on religion & sex
How your posture affects your sexual health, libido, and more
Orgasms! You’re not alone if you’re not having them
Tips on sex after giving birth
How to know if your pelvic floor is healthy
How stressors, body image, muscular imbalance, and more affect your pelvic floor
Nutrients that help with arousal

Janelle treats urinary incontinence, pelvic pain, painful sex, constipation, and postpartum perineal trauma at the Northwestern Medical Center in Chicago, IL. For more of Janelle, please visit

instagram.com/vaginarehabdoctor on Instagram

vaginarehabdoctor.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E54 What Lexi Wishes She’d Known About C-Birth

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Lexi had 3 vaginal deliveries and delivered her fourth baby via emergency Cesarean. From the quickness of the experience, being tied to the table, feeling the first cuts, and 7 layers being separated to welcome her baby… Lexi is sharing what she wishes she would have known about the surgery itself and the recovery. Hear how a mom of 4 (and newborn twins) manages C-birth recovery: Lexi talks about how she’s healing, her experience with recovery, and her top tips.

Lexi Shares:

Early C-birth recovery
How to prep older siblings for bringing home baby/babies and how to help them understand your recovery
How to get back to feeling like yourself
What happens if you overdo it?
Details about a “T” incision & incision care
How to cope with a Cesarean birth mentally

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S6 | E53 Lexi’s Twin Birth Story: Cesarean + Vaginal Delivery in the Same Day

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 09:48:46 -0400

One pregnancy, two babies and two very different stories! Lexi is a mom of 4 and her first two deliveries were uncomplicated vaginal births - she did everything to prepare for two more. Baby A arrived as planned, but Baby B had an alarming birth that ended in an emergency cesarean and resuscitation. Lexi is working through the lasting effects of that day while juggling being a mom of 4, 4 and under, healing from vaginal & cesarean births, getting back to running her business and processing her journey.

Lexi Shares:

How she and the twins are doing today
The story of her twins coming into the world
Where things went wrong and what a Bandl ring is
What it was like to go from meeting and feeding Baby A to emergency delivery of Baby B
How she’s coping with the trauma of that day
What she would have done differently had she known how the story would play out
Advice for anyone whose birth plan didn’t go to plan…

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S5 | E52 The Twins Are Coming!

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Description:

Lexi is about to have 4 kids under 4 - EEK! She’s expecting twins any day and she’s feeling the pressure of the change to come. Fainting, peeing, epidurals and so much more… Nikki and Lexi are breaking down how Lexi is managing at the end of her twin pregnancy. Lexi is feeling confident and excited about her twins arrival and she tells us how she’s juggled being a wife, a CEO, a mom, and a pregnant mom of two. In this episode you'll receive advice about advocating, all the deets on twin pregnancy, how stepping away can make you come back stronger, and hope for an empowered birth. We can’t wait to check in with Lexi after the twins arrive!

What We’re Chatting About:

4 under 4! Are you ready?
How is pregnancy different when you already have a child (or two or more) vs the first time?
How are Piper and Clark handling getting ready for 2 new siblings?
We need an update on you peeing your pants…
What was your greatest fear about becoming a mom for the first time? Has that changed?
How do you manage it all? From work to motherhood to relationships to pregnancy?
What are the most annoying things you’ve heard this pregnancy? Is it different from your previous pregnancies?
Tell us about your hernias and how that affects pregnancy + labour?
Epidurals and C-Section assumptions that come with twins - what are your options?
How do you plan to ensure you have the birth you’ve planned?
What do you want to tell your future self?

S5 | E51 Mindfulness in Pregnancy and Hypnobirthing with Tracy Donegan

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Tracy Donegan, RM is a medically trained midwife, published author and positive birth expert. Born in Ireland, Tracy has lived and worked on three continents and currently lives in Texas with her husband and two boys. She is the Founder and President of GentleBirth, an award winning smartphone app that combines brain science, birth science and technology to empower positive birth experiences through birth preparation. Tracy speaks around the world on topics such as Mindfulness for Maternal and Infant Wellbeing and is at the forefront of the global positive birth movement.

Nikki, Lexi, and Tracy discuss how to prepare your mind and body for birth, the truth about hypnobirthing, strategies to use before and during labour + birth, and how to ensure you’re ready for a healthy and enjoyable birth experience.

What We’re Chatting About:

What made you so passionate about helping others have positive birth experiences?
Tell us about hypnobirthing - what is it & what is it not?
How important is it to prepare your mind for birth?
What do you think are the most effective pain management tools for labour and birthing?
How can women reduce fear of childbirth?
What other strategies do you suggest people use to prepare for labour and birth?
Tell us about GentleBirth and why you created it.

Show Notes:

For more of Tracy Donegan, please visit

instagram.com/gentlebirthofficial on Instagram

northaustindoula.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S5 | E50 Finding Resilience with Angi Fletcher

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Angi has experience from 30+ years of dealing with debilitating depression and anxiety. She has gone through seasons of divorce, the death of her parents, financial ruin, 3 pregnancies and postpartum. The growing pains from these seasons lead her to seek the root cause of her dis-ease through rebuilding her life.

Nikki, Lexi and Angi discuss how Angi overcame the lowest parts of her life. Angi shares coping mechanisms, raw stories, and hope for others struggling with life’s curveballs.

What We’re Chatting About:

Tell us about what you’ve gone through that made you so passionate about healing and finding resilience.
You’ve gone from smoking a pack a day, being riddled with depression + anxiety, and losing your parents at a young age to living the life you have now, how did you get here?
Where does someone battling depression and anxiety even begin? How do you change your brain/cells?
Can you tell us about coffee enemas and ice baths/cold therapy? What are the benefits?
What was your postpartum experience like?
Our mission is to inspire people, to give people hope: what advice do you have for those currently fighting battles of their own?

Show Notes:

For more of Angi Fletcher, please visit

instagram.com/angigreene on Instagram

angi5.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S5 | E49 Unlocking Your Sexual Superpowers with Dr. Stephen de Wit

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Stephen de Wit is a Board Certified Sexologist through the American College of Sexologists. He holds a Masters of Public Health in Human Sexuality and a Doctorate of Human Sexuality. Stephen travels internationally speaking about sexual empowerment and will show you how to inject more freedom and fun into your sex life so you can enjoy more pleasure, connection, and excitement.

Nikki, Lexi and Stephen are talking about the unfiltered truth of sexuality. We chat about embracing your sexual desires, ensuring your partner is on the same page, and how to start your journey to a better sex life. Buckle up ‘cause the ride is going to get fun!

What We’re Chatting About:

Tell us about your day to day as a Board Certified Sexologist.
What made you get into this field? Why are you so passionate?
How can women feel empowered sexually?
Is it ever “too late” to transform your sex life? How do you start?
How do we build a foundation for a great sex life?
How do you think society views sex positive women?
What sex advice do you have for all women listening?

Show Notes:

Here is the sex menu we discuss!

For more of Dr. Stephen de Wit, please visit

instagram.com/drdewit on Instagram

sexlifeunleashed.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

S5 | E48 Ending Routine Episiotomies with Dr. Michael Klein

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 17:43:00 -0400

Dr. Michael Klein is best known for his landmark Randomized Control Trial of episiotomy that demonstrated that routine episiotomy caused the very problems it was supposed to prevent. This work is credited with leading to a dramatic drop in episiotomy and a parallel drop in severe rectal trauma across Canada and beyond. Semi retired, he continues to teach both clinical and research skills, and mentors family practice physicians for their research projects. He is also the author of “Dissident Doctor”, a riveting book chronicling his life and work.

Nikki, Lexi, and Dr. Klein chat about the eye opening experiences and knowledge Dr. Klein has gained through his years of dedication, work and research in birth. He shares the importance of self-advocacy, gives us a history lesson in obstetric violence and pleads with us to make change for future generations of birthing women.

What We’re Chatting About:

What makes you so passionate about maternity care for women?
Can you tell us why episiotomies should be avoided?
How did episiotomies become routine practice?
How important do you feel midwives & doulas are in maternity and birth care?
How can women be better equipped to advocate for themselves to not have an episiotomy?
What other ill-practices do you feel are out there?
Why do episiotomy rates continue to be so high in many places around the world despite the evidence against them?
It’s been said it takes on average 17 years for evidence-based care to make it into practice settings. Can you speak to this? Has that been your experience?
How can we each do our part to change this culture and demand better practices?
I’m in the middle of reading your memoir “Dissident Doctor” - My Life Catching Babies and Challenging the Medical Status Quo. You really are a beacon of light in the medical community! What is next for you?

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Michael Klein, please visit

michaelcklein.ca on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S5 | E47 Infant Loss, Postpartum Nutrition and Healing with Michelle O’Brien

Tue, 07 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive subject matter surrounding pregnancy loss.

Michelle O’Brien is a mother of 4 girls, three in her arms and one in her heart. Michelle’s first daughter, Harper, passed away due to complications three days after birth. Following Harper’s passing, she learned to navigate her family’s tragic loss through movement, mindfulness, and nutrition. Michelle feels compelled to bring awareness, compassion, and hope to other women who have also suffered pregnancy-related heartbreak.

Listen as Nikki, Lexi, and Michelle chat about the tools and resources Michelle relied on for her own journey and the importance of community, connection + nutrition as integral building blocks to being a happy healthy mom and woman.

On top of being a mom, Michelle is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and business owner. Following her pregnancy and postpartum struggles, she wanted to further enrich the lives of moms and families. Filling a void in the food-delivery market for women at various stages of health, Michelle became an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and launched AIYANA Nutrition.

What We’re Chatting About:

Michelle’s story of pregnancy loss
What inspired you to start AIYANA Nutrition?
Why nutrition? How has nutrition helped you cope with tragedy?
What role does food and nutrition play in pregnancy/postpartum?
You are local to us in Toronto, what tips do you have for all the moms out there hoping to have access to nutritious meals? Meal prep, specific meals, etc?
Tell us about your new spring menu, your growth from a prepared meals to including pantry items, and your sustainable elements.

Show Notes:

For more of Michelle O’Brien + AIYANA Nutrition, please visit

instagram.com/aiyana.nutrition on Instagram

aiyananutrition.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S5 | E46 Breaking Down Mommy Wine Culture with Michelle Kapler

Tue, 31 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Mommy wine culture is booming. You don’t have to go far to find memes about the “quarantini” and “mommy’s juice box” being a box of Rosé. Today we are asking the question why? Drinking can be a coping mechanism for stressed out moms - but what moms really need isn’t wine. What we need is support. And that is unfortunately difficult to ask for.

We are interviewing Michelle Kapler. She is a Certified Life Coach, specializing in overdrinking and alcohol freedom. She works with high achieving women, who want to explore their relationship with alcohol, without judgement and without labels. As a highly successful entrepreneur, multiple times over and a mother, Michelle understands what it's like to have a big, full, wonderful life on the outside… but to truly feel like you need that nightly glass (or bottle) of wine to make it through life. To feel like sometimes you are drinking against your own will. To feel like you have lost control. Michelle has now been living an alcohol free life for over two years. To achieve this, she used tools based in cognitive psychology, thought work and coaching, to completely lose her desire for alcohol and create a beautiful amazing life, without identifying as an alcoholic or using a 12 step program. She now helps her clients do the same.

Nikki, Lexi, and Michelle talk about how much is “too much,” alternative coping mechanisms, and how to overcome many addictions in your life.

What We’re Chatting About:

Tell us your story of how you came to specialize in helping people cope with drinking?
What are the stats on drinking frequency and amount?
What is too much?
What is the difference between an alcoholic and someone who drinks too much?
What are some signs you may want to get some help?
What do you wish more people knew about drinking?
What are your thoughts on Mommy Wine Culture?
How has becoming a non drinker affected your life?

Show Notes:

For more of Michelle Kapler, please visit

instagram.com/michellekapler on Instagram

michellekapler.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S5 | E45 Is Balance Bullsh*t? Mini Mioche Founder Alyssa Kerbel Weighs In

Tue, 24 May 2022 00:24:30 -0400

Alyssa Kerbel has been a pioneer of the ethical and sustainable fashion movement in Canada for over 14 years and has become a thought leader in values driven businesses. She is passionate about spiritual entrepreneurship, personal growth, as well as promoting a message around the power of human kindness in helping to heal us and change the world.

Alyssa has been featured on the Profit Magazine list of Canada’s top 100 female entrepreneurs and mini mioche has been included in the Canadian Business Growth500 list of Canada’s Fastest Growing Companies and the Globe and Mail list of the top 400 Fastest Growing Companies in Canada.

Nikki, Lexi, and Alyssa are all moms, entrepreneurs, friends, partners, and so much more. Listen as we chat about “balance” and the bullshit that can come with it.

Topics Discussed:

We're all Founders/Entrepreneurs and Moms, let’s talk about what this looks like in your life.
How do you prioritize your own well-being?
How does one overcome guilt when it comes to work, relationships, parenthood, social life, etc?
How can we connect to our desires & serve ourselves while also supporting and serving others?
Can you truly have a balanced life?
Does balance go hand in hand with sacrifice? How can we have balance but not feel like we’re sacrificing parts of our life to accomplish that?

Show Notes:

For more of Alyssa Kerbel, please visit

instagram.com/alyssakerbel + instagram.com/minimioche on Instagram

minimioche.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S5 | E44 Po0p Issues, Gastro Intestinal Health, Eczema and More with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple

Tue, 17 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Dr. Ana-Maria Temple is a Holistic Pediatrician, best selling author, mother of 3 and has had over 100 TV News and Podcast appearances. She does NOT hold back when critically evaluating the current healthcare model. Brace yourself for some cognitive dissonance!! Her passion is to inspire, educate and empower you to revamp your families health and prevent children from developing chronic disease.

Topics Discussed:

Tell us how you came to become a Holistic Pediatrician?
Your mission is to empower and educate families to raise their kids with less medication. Let's talk about why there's such a need for that.
Peg - yay or nay? We recently did an interview with another Pediatrician about constipation. The biggest advice was to take PEG (basically a stool softener) on an ongoing basis - the brand name for Miralax or Restoralax in Canada. You have a very different perspective on treatment. Let's dive into that!
What are some of the issues you see in our healthcare system model. What needs to change? What do you wish more people knew?
Have you ever come under fire for your views and philosophy about medical care?
Tell us more about eczema, gut health and their root causes.

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Ana-Maria Temple, please visit

instagram.com/dranamariatemple on Instagram

dranamaria.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S5 | E43 The Scoop on Po0p with Dr. Dina Kulik

Tue, 10 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Constipation, fiber supplements, probiotics, appearance of poop, laxatives and more. We’re going there with Dr. Dina Kulik. As a pediatrician and mother of 4 boys, we want to hear Dr. Dina Kulik’s thoughts on poop and how to keep things regular. She is the founder of Kidcrew, a multidisciplinary clinic for children, providing a One Stop for Kids’ Health™. Listen in for poop tips for both children and adults!

Topics Discussed:

Constipation, how do you define it?
What are the best ways to combat constipation? What are your hot tips for both adults and kids?
How can you prevent it? Fiber, water, etc?
Can you speak to how common constipation is, for kids specifically?
When does it become dangerous? Should you ever get medical help for constipation?
What do you think about probiotics?
What should poop look like for kids and adults?
Types of laxatives, explain the difference between the different types?

Show Notes:

For more of Dr. Dina Kulik, please visit

instagram.com/drdinakulik on Instagram

DrDina.ca and Kidcrew.com on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram

wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S5 | E42 Finding Strength Through Fertility Struggles with Emily Getz

Tue, 03 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Emily Getz lost her second child unexpectedly at six months pregnant, due to an external infection. Emily has since struggled with her fertility. She has undergone medical interventions such as IUI and multiple failed rounds of IVF, an ectopic pregnancy, (which resulted in the removal of her right fallopian tube) and most recently in February had a miscarriage at 8-weeks pregnant, which resulted in her first D&C after getting pregnant through natural conception. In this episode we talk about the emotional toll of fertility struggles, what fertility looks like for different people, and how to support those around you experiencing fertility struggles.

Topics Discussed:

Let’s talk about the language surrounding fertility and infertility.
What inspired you to create Day 1 Fertility?
What challenges have you faced/overcome surrounding fertility?
Have you found less empathy from people going through (struggles with fertility the second time around?) secondary infertility? Let’s talk about this.
What do you wish more people knew about infertility?
How can the loved ones of those experiencing fertility struggles support them?
Can you tell us about your membership program?

Show Notes:

For more of Emily and Day 1 Fertility, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/day1fertility/ on Instagram

https://www.day1fertility.com/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S4 | E41 The VBAC Link with Julie & Meagan

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400

Navigating the conflicting information about Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) can be overwhelming. Julie & Meagan from the VBAC Link provide evidence-based education and break down the medical jargon to help expecting moms feel confident and prepared. We do some myth busting today! This is great listening for everyone, but especially for anyone contemplating a VBAC.

Topics Discussed:

What are the biggest myths about VBACs that you wish more women knew?
VBAC Calculator - reliability of them?
What are the stats around VBACs in North America (how common, success, etc.)?
What do you wish more women knew about VBACs?
How important is self-advocating in VBACs?
How do you find a VBAC friendly care provider?
Language around birth - i.e. Vaginal, Natural, C-Section, Cesarean, Abdominal, etc.

Show Notes:

For more of Julie & Meagan, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/thevbaclink/?hl=en on Instagram

https://www.thevbaclink.com/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S4 | E40 Perinatal Mental Health with 2 Pregnant Social Workers

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 01:00:00 -0400

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 personal and professional tips to help improve mental health outcomes during the perinatal period.

Topics Discussed:

What are the stats around mental health issues in the pregnancy and postpartum period?
How do you support parents as social workers in a hospital setting?
What have you observed about the needs of people coping with mental health issues during and after pregnancy?
Let's talk about the differences between baby blues and depression/anxiety
What do you wish more people knew about perinatal mental health?
Can pregnant women do anything to reduce their chances of postpartum depression and anxiety?
Melissa & Kayla are now experiencing their first pregnancies and discuss first hand experiences navigating pregnancy during Covid-19, how they manage anxiety and how they are preparing for birth + postpartum

Show Notes:

For more of Kayla & Melissa, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/alittlehelpcounselling/ on Instagram

https://stmichaelshospital.com/programs/obstetrics/intro/index.html on the Web

Postpartum Support International: https://www.postpartum.net/

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S4 | E39 OMG, It’s Twins!

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 00:22:00 -0400

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.
Lexi peeing when she pukes from first trimester nausea
How to handle unsolicited comments on bump size
How to navigate people's projections of their own birth drama
Nikki's experience failing her gestational diabetes test in pregnancy
Handling judgements and reducing fear of the unknown!

Show Notes:

For more of Nikki & Lexi, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/thebellemethod/?hl=en and https://www.instagram.com/waxonlexi/?hl=en on Instagram

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S4 | E38 Debunking Diastasis Recti with Munira Hudani, PT

Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400

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 begin to feel strong again. In addition to helping moms in-person and through online programs, she also is passionate about sharing her knowledge and experience with fitness and rehab professionals. She has presented on the topic of DRA at several national and international physiotherapy conferences and also teaches courses on DRA for professionals. Munira’s mission is to spread DRA awareness around the world by providing information that is easy to understand, up-to-date, and evidence-based.

Topics Discussed:

The pendulum has swung from fear to almost anything goes. What are your thoughts on this shift as it relates to movement protocols around diastasis recti?
What would you like new research to be focussed on to help us get more answers to the questions of what really works for improving DRA?
What frustrates you the most about this work?
What is your number one message to women listening to this who are currently dealing with diastasis?
What do you think the biggest gaps are in our knowledge?

Show Notes:

For more of Munira Hudani, please visit

www.instagram.com/munirahudanipt on Instagram

www.munirahudanipt.com on the Web

www.facebook.com/DiastasisRehabPhysio on Facebook

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*

*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.

S4 | E37 All About Endometriosis with Filmmaker Shannon Cohn, JD

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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? Risk Factors?
2. Shannon’s journey. Why she created a film & how it’s been received.

3. What are some common misconceptions about endo?
4. What are some of the medical ways of treating endo?
5. Advice for anyone experiencing symptoms?
6. Where should they go for accurate information?

Shannon Cohn, JD, is a filmmaker, lawyer and activist. Her work has appeared on PBS, Nat Geo and Discovery Channel in over 70 countries around the world. She produced and directed Endo What, a feature documentary on endometriosis hailed as "film of the year" by The Guardian and "the first step in a plan for change" by Newsweek. Her upcoming film, Below the Belt, which approaches endometriosis as a social justice issue, will premiere in 2022. Before becoming a filmmaker, Shannon practiced international law and was part of the legal team that prosecuted Enron. Shannon is a Board Member of the Foundation of AAGL (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists) and All Kings, a New York-based non-profit dedicated to empowering people affected by the criminal justice system.

For more of Shannon Cohn, please visit
www.endowhat.com on the Web

www.instagram.com/shancohn/ on Instagram
http://www.facebook.com/EndoWhat on Facebook

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit
https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram
https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*
*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.*

S4 | E36 Circumcision, Vasectomies & more with Urologist Dr. Rena Malik

Tue, 01 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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 parents need to know?
4. How can men improve erectile dysfunction?

Dr. Rena D. Malik is Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology and Director of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She previously completed medical school at NYU School of Medicine followed by urologic residency training at the University of Chicago and fellowship at University of Texas at Southwestern Medical Center.

She specializes in reconstructive urology including the management of female and male voiding dysfunction, urinary incontinence, vaginal and robotic surgery for pelvic organ prolapse, overactive bladder, neurogenic bladder, male and female urethral stricture, vesicovaginal fistula, urethral diverticulum, and mesh-related complications. She is currently a member of the American Urological Association (AUA), the Mid-Atlantic Section of the AUA, the Society of Women in Urology, and the Association for Women Surgeons. She is also the social media chair for the Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU) and serves on the communications committee for the Association of Women Surgeons (AWS).

Dr. Malik is regularly featured by media outlets such as US News & World Report, MSN, and Bustle and has an active YouTube channel providing education on common urologic conditions. She was awarded Top Doctor 2019 and 2020 by Baltimore Magazine for Urology and Urogynecology. She has published over 40 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. Her research interests include gender disparities, health literacy, and medical misinformation in social media.

For more of Dr. Rena Malik, please visit

http://www.renamalikmd.com on the Web

https://www.instagram.com/renamalikmd/ on Instagram

https://www.facebook.com/RenaMalikMD/ on Facebook

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit
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S4 | E35 - The Unfiltered Truth About Fertility Treatments with Dr. Anne Matthews

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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 knew about trying to conceive?
3. What is the importance of education in fertility?

Overcoming her own infertility diagnosis after being diagnosed with an 8cm dermoid cyst (and
subsequent surgery to remove her left ovary and fallopian tube), Anne has conceived 10 times,
grieved 5 losses and birthed 5 lovely little humans. Anne believes that every fertility journey is unique and deserves to be honoured and spoken about
without shame and stigma.

For more of Dr. Anne Matthews, please visit

https://www.energytreestudios.com/ on the Web

https://www.instagram.com/EnergyTreeAnne on Instagram

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit
https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*
*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.*

S4 | E34: Healing Food Issues with Ahuva Magder Hershkop

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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" that are often passed down from generations.
2) Childhood traumas that present themselves in parents when it comes to food and mealtimes?
3) Tips for handling sugar addicted kids.
4) Suggestions for parents in healing their own food issues.

Check out Ahuva's FREE Ebook: Family Food Framework
If you're looking for strategies to get your kids in the kitchen and keep your sanity intact, grab her cheat sheet! If you’re looking for a supportive mom tribe? Join the Busy Moms Guide to Feeding your Family on Facebook!

For more of Ahuva Hershkop, please visit
https://armyourselfdietetics.com/kids-in-the-kitchen-2/ on the Web

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1683736265060869/ on Facebook

https://www.instagram.com/ahuvard/ on Instagram

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https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*
*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.*

S4 | E33: Sex & Intimacy After Baby with Vanessa and Xander Marin

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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! They give away the majority of their content for free, but if you are wanting more, here are they offer online courses!

For more of Vanessa Marin, please visit
http://vmtherapy.com on the Web

https://vmtherapy.com/pillow-talks/ on the Web

@vanessa.marintherpy on Facebook and Instagram

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https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*
*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.*

S4 | E32: Birth Plans, Self-Advocating and more with OB-GYN Dr. Nicole Rankins

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500

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.

Sounds crazy, right?!
But that vision has led her to deliver more than 1,000 babies and demystify childbirth for thousands more women — through her 5-star rated All About Pregnancy & Birth podcast, her online Birth Plan class, and her signature online program: The Birth Preparation Course.

For more of Dr. Nicole Rankins

https://drnicolerankins.com/ on The Web

https://www.instagram.com/drnicolerankins on Instagram

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*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*
*Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.*

S3 | E31: Botox, Fillers & Botched Jobs with Dermatologists Dr. Rosen & Dr. Muhn from @Dermetics

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0500

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, including injectables, technology, and the science of skincare, they have been at the forefront of teaching, trials and advancing medicine in Canada and worldwide. In over 15 years of practice, they have been involved in the teaching of thousands of doctors and healthcare practitioners, are founding members of the Aesthetic Medicine Network Inc (AMNI) and focus on exceptional technique and safety. As a result, they combine a deep understanding of anatomy, skin expertise and dermatology experience that can’t be found anywhere else.

For more of Dr. Rosen & Dr. Muhn, please visit

https://www.dermetics.ca/ on The Web

https://amnidoctors.ca/ on The Web

https://www.instagram.com/Dermetics on Instagram

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S3 | E30: Money, Motherhood & Female Empowerment with The Rebel Mamas

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 16:13:21 -0500

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 over, the smart and edgy online publication creates a safe and judgement-free space that’s known for its celebration of both individuality and authenticity. Between the two of them, Aleks and Nikita are mamas to three kids, a dog, and a cat. They reside in Toronto, Canada and survive (almost) exclusively on peanut butter sandwiches, Napolitano pizza, and coffee.

For more of The Rebel Mamas, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/TheRebelMama on Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/TheRebelMamaBooks on Instagram

http://www.therebelmama.com/ on the Web

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S3 | E29: Masturbation, Shame & Body Autonomy with Sexologist Carlen Costa

Tue, 07 Dec 2021 00:06:54 -0500

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 is also CEO of The Everyday Goddess® a radical love & lifestyle brand that elevates your personal power; as well as The Goddess Foundation, a charity that seeks to raise money to fund programs and services by womxn, for womxn across Canada. Inclusively, as an orgasm activist for sex-positive, pleasure based awareness, Carlen created the 1 Million Orgasms™ movement, looking to normalize and empower conversations about pleasure and crush the orgasm gap for women. You can watch Carlen or read her contributions as seen on: Vice, CBC, CTV, Global, FASHION, HuffPost, Cosmopolitan, R29 & Van Der Pop. You can connect with her to join The Sex For Breakfast Club community for women, or The Round Table community for men and on Instagram @carlen.costa her YouTube channel, The Everyday Goddess or, on her website www.carlencosta.com

For more of Carlen Costa, please visit

http://www.carlencosta.com/

https://www.instagram.com/carlen.costa on Instagram

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S3 | E28: What You Must Know About Breast Cancer Screening with Oncologist Dr. Michelle Nadler

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 00:27:00 -0500

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 from women age 40-49. For both of these topics, her focus is on knowledge translation (or dissemination & implementation) - ie how can we ensure that we put the best evidence into routine clinical practice. This is such an important topic - especially considering much of what we are told about breast cancer screening isn't necessarily best practices or evidence based. Listen and learn!

For more of Dr. Michelle Nadler, please visit
www.twitter.com/michellebnadler

Canadian Task Force Screening Guidelines: https://canadiantaskforce.ca/guidelines/published-guidelines/breast-cancer-update/

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S3 | E27: Birth Plans, Epidurals & Inductions: Mommy Labour Nurse Tells All with Leisel Teen

Tue, 23 Nov 2021 00:35:00 -0500

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 her courses and had a better birth and transition into motherhood because of the community!

For more of Liesel Teen, please visit

instagram.com/mommy.labornurse on Instagram

mommylabornurse.com on the Web

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S3 | E26: Parental Burnout, Mommy Rage & Boundaries with Psychologist Dr. Ashurina Ream

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 06:01:00 -0500

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 anxiety disorders. In addition to this specialty, Dr. Ream has trained in various disciplines as it pertains to the field of psychology. She has worked with those struggling with body image, eating disorders, parenting, health-related mood impairment, cognitive functioning, and general mental health. You can find her at psychedmommy.com.

For more of Dr. Ashurina Ream, please visit
https://www.psychedmommy.com/ on the Web

and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/psychedmommy/

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S3 | E25: What You Need to Know: Postpartum Running with Pelvic PT & Researcher Gráinne Donnelly

Tue, 09 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0500

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 consultancy services for businesses requiring specialist pelvic health insight and guidance. The focus of the clinic is now advanced pelvic health evaluations and research development, specifically linked to the biopsychosocial factors around postpartum running and her Postpartum Running Guidelines.

Check out Gráinne's Podcast: At Your Cervix

For more of Gráinne Donnelly, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/absolute.physio/ on Instagram

https://absolute.physio/ on the Web

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S3 | E24: How to have awkward conversations with your kids, with Early Childhood Expert, Caron Irwin

Tue, 02 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 Canada’s largest
children’s hospital, The Hospital for Sick Children.

For more of Caron Irwin, please visit
http://www.roofamily.ca on the Web

and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roo.family

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S3 | E23: Breast Implant Illness with Plastic Surgeon Dr. David Rankin

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 Surgery Fellowship in his hometown of Michigan where he studied under some of the nation’s most recognized surgeons. David Rankin MD, is a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and many other national, state and local organizations and societies. Dr. Rankin’s passion for all things artistic is also reflected in his hobbies. He is a semi-professional photographer and a life-long percussionist. David Rankin M.D. practices Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery throughout Palm Beach County. Although his main focus is on Cosmetic and Aesthetic procedures, Dr. Rankin continues to provide trauma care for accident victims throughout South Florida. His advanced training, attention to detail and natural artistic skills, help him to achieve beautiful results with his patients. Dr. Rankin says, “Practicing both Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery gives me the wonderful opportunity to touch people’s lives in a positive manner, while embracing my passion of artistry.”

For more of Dr. Rankin, please visit
https://aquaplasticsurgery.com/ on the Web

https://www.healingbreastimplantillness.com/

and on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/davidrankinmd/?hl=en

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S3 | E22: The Science Behind Mommy Brain with Dr. Jodi Pawluski

Tue, 19 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 brain.

Dr Pawluski is passionate about increasing our understanding of the amazing things our brains do when we parent. You can find her talking more about this with other leading researchers in the field on her podcast Mommy Brain Revisited.

For more of Dr. Jodi, please visit
www.jodipawluski.com on the Web

https://www.instagram.com/dr.jodi_pawluski on Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/mommybrain.revisited

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit
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S2 | E21: Cervical Cancer & HPV with Dr. Elizabeth Goldspink

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto, Canada, where she completed a Doctorate of Naturopathic Medicine, focusing her training and research on women's health, longevity, and naturopathic oncology. She has published articles in peer-reviewed journals on women’s health conditions and cancer prevention. She writes for various print and online publications.

S2 | E20: Breastfeeding Truths with Carrie Bruno

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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/the.mama.coach/ on Instagram

https://themamacoach.com/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit

https://www.instagram.com/wegotherepodcast/ on Instagram

https://wegotherepodcast.podbean.com/ on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.* *Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent that of Lexi Miles Corrin and or Nikki Bergen.*

S2 | E19: Healing from Birth Trauma with Jennifer Summerfeldt

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 their healing journey. Jennifer is the author of two books: Healing After Birth: Navigating Your Emotions After A Difficult Childbirth and Midwifery for the Soul https://www.midwiferyforthesoul.com/ Jennifer is also the founder of Ask Therapy for Moms https://www.therapyformoms.ca/

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S2 | E18: Health, Hormones & Happiness with Jenn Pike

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 & @thesimplicityproject
Visit Jenn’s website www.jennpike.com
Check out Jenn’s blog, podcast, and recipes
Visit Jenn’s YouTube channel
Work with Jenn
o Synced Program
o Online Movement Membership
o The Hormone Project
o The Audacious Woman

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S2 | E17: Mentally Processing C-Birth with Ashley Nowe

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 can find her on IG @GetMomStrong and at www.getmomstrong.com

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S2 | E16: All About UTI‘s with Urogynecologist Dr. Carolyn Best

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400

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 Obstetrics & Gynaecology in 2012, with a clinical practice focused on pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence. At the same time I developed a keen interest in surgical education.

In January 2016, I moved my clinical practice to the community of Halton and began work as a Urogynecologist at the new Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. My practice is dedicated entirely to Urogynecology with an interest in, and a focus on, minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Surgical teaching has also remained a priority in my daily practice. After relocating to OTMH I created a new community site for the McMaster Obstetrics and Gynecology residents during their Urogynecology rotation.

Follow Dr. Best online at @bestbuddingchef.
Website: https://drcarolynbest.com/

Learn more about UTI supplements at www.utivahealth.ca
Learn more about your pelvic health at www.yourpelvichealth.org

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S10 | E98 How to Make (and Keep) Beautiful Money with Lee Jacobs

S10 | E97 *OUCH* Neuroscience Based Solutions for IUD Insertion Pain with Chelsea Carter & Kellie Coleman

S10 | E96 Beyond Antibiotics: Improving Interstitial Cystitis, UTI’s & Bladder Pain with Urologist Dr. Victoria Scott

S10 | E95 We’re baaaack! with Nikki and Lexi

S9 | E94 Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries from Birth and Their Life-Altering Impact On Two Women

S9 | E93 Creatine and Female Health with Darren Candow, Ph.D.

S9 | E92 Beyond the Surface: Eating Disorder Recovery with Kyla Fox

S9 | E91 Entrepreneurship, Law, and Being a Cancer Survivor with Andrea Henry

S9 | E90 Debunking Pregnancy "Food Rules" with Marni Wasserman

S9 | E89 Mama Psychologists: Not Your Mother’s Postpartum

S9 | E88 Find Your Peak Performance with Mindset Coach Hina Khan

S9 | E87 Cannabis - Busting the Myths with Emma Andrews

S9 | E86 Trauma Informed Care with Dr. Heather Millar

S9 | E85 Vaginal Weight Lifting & Sexual Power with Kim Anami

S9 | E84 Let’s Catch Up… with Nikki and Lexi

S8 | E83 Navigating the Ethics in Medical Decision Making with Dr. Rebecca Greenberg

S8 | E82 Ditching Yo-Yo Dieting with Lucia Hawley

S8 | E81 Breathwork with Jill Miller: The Science of Resilience

S8 | E80 Cold Plunges, Breathwork and the Creation of Othership with Amanda Laine & Harry Taylor

S8 | E79 Forceps and Birth Injuries with Dr. Giulia Muraca M.P.H. and Ph.D.

S8 | E78 Parenting Without the Battle Requires Skills with Tia Slightham

S8 | E77 The Missing Pieces to Your Cesarean Recovery with Dr. Jen Fraboni

S8 | E76 Building a Superfoods Empire with Kristel de Groot

S8 | E75 Quickie on Boobies with Nikki and Lexi

S8 | E74 Postpartum body odour is a thing and Jenn Pike is here to help.

S7 | E73 Sounding the alarm on preventable maternal death, the loss of obstetric skills like vaginal breech birth, and reviewing the ARRIVE trial with Dr. Rohan D’Souza OBGYN, PhD.

S7 | E72 The Importance of Teaching Mindfulness, Meditation & Breath Work to Our Children with Natalie von Teichman

S7 | E71 Breaking Cycles and Raising Yourself with Dr. Tanya Cotler

S7 | E70 Menopause is Not a Disease, it is a Stage of Life with Dr. Daiana Castleman

S7 | E69 It’s probably normal, but if not… with Dr. Jolene Brighten

S7 | E68 From Skincare to Entrepreneurial Success with Victoria Radford

[RERUN] S4 | E37 All About Endometriosis with Filmmaker Shannon Cohn, JD

S7 | E67 Physiotherapist Going Against the Status Quo with Antony Lo

S7 | E66 Debunking Breastfeeding Myths with Carrie Bruno

S7 | E65 How to NOT Feel Triggered by Your Own Child with Cori Stern

S7 | E64: Pelvic Organ Prolapse - From the Discovery to Recovery with the Hypopressive Technique with Trista Zinn

S6 | E63 Birth Trauma: The Silenced Reality of Postpartum with Teela Tomassetti

S6 | E62 Lived Experience vs. Academia on Trauma + Trafficking with Alexandra Stevenson

S6 | E61 The Truth on Pelvic Girdle Pain with Dr. Sinéad Dufour

S6 | E60 Plus Size Pregnancy + Birth with Jen McLellan

S6 | E59 Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Not the Postpartum Recovery You Expected with Dr. Margo Kwiatkowski

S6 | E58 Surviving the Newborn Stage with Sharon Mazel

S6 | E57 Bathroom Anxiety Is a REAL Anxiety with Megan Marsiglio

S6 | E56 The Truth About Proper C-Section Recovery with Nicole Alfred

S6 | E55 Posture for Sexual Wellbeing with Dr. Janelle Howell

S6 | E54 What Lexi Wishes She’d Known About C-Birth

S6 | E53 Lexi’s Twin Birth Story: Cesarean + Vaginal Delivery in the Same Day

S5 | E52 The Twins Are Coming!

S5 | E51 Mindfulness in Pregnancy and Hypnobirthing with Tracy Donegan

S5 | E50 Finding Resilience with Angi Fletcher

S5 | E49 Unlocking Your Sexual Superpowers with Dr. Stephen de Wit

S5 | E48 Ending Routine Episiotomies with Dr. Michael Klein

S5 | E47 Infant Loss, Postpartum Nutrition and Healing with Michelle O’Brien

S5 | E46 Breaking Down Mommy Wine Culture with Michelle Kapler

S5 | E45 Is Balance Bullsh*t? Mini Mioche Founder Alyssa Kerbel Weighs In

S5 | E44 Po0p Issues, Gastro Intestinal Health, Eczema and More with Dr. Ana-Maria Temple

S5 | E43 The Scoop on Po0p with Dr. Dina Kulik

S5 | E42 Finding Strength Through Fertility Struggles with Emily Getz

S4 | E41 The VBAC Link with Julie & Meagan

S4 | E40 Perinatal Mental Health with 2 Pregnant Social Workers

S4 | E39 OMG, It’s Twins!

S4 | E38 Debunking Diastasis Recti with Munira Hudani, PT

S4 | E37 All About Endometriosis with Filmmaker Shannon Cohn, JD

S10 | E97 OUCH Neuroscience Based Solutions for IUD Insertion Pain with Chelsea Carter & Kellie Coleman