Best Erica Djossa Podcasts (2025)

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145: Why Am I So Reactive? 41:30

9d ago41:30

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In this solo episode of Holding Space, I’m diving into one of the most common and quietly painful questions I hear from parents (and ask myself too): Why am I so reactive? If you’ve ever found yourself snapping before you even realized what was happening, crying over something small, or wondering, what is wrong with me? This episode is for you. You…

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Microplastics and Nanoplastics: How Alarmed Should We Be? 24:14

25d ago24:14

24:14

Have you ever had a moment where someone doubted your instincts—only for science to prove you right years later? When I was applying to my medical residency, a doctor scoffed at my concern for BPA and endocrine disruptors. “You don’t believe in that BPA crap, do you?” he said. Well, here we are, decades later, with research linking BPA to miscarria…

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268: How to Communicate Your Needs as a Mom with Author Mara Glatzel 59:44

1M ago59:44

59:44

Today, we’re revisiting a popular episode from the vault–How to Communicate Your Needs as a Mom with Mara Glatzel, author of Needy. As moms, we’re often socialized to be selfless—to put everyone else’s needs above our own, leaving us on the backburner. But when we deplete ourselves and neglect our own needs, it often leads to mental health struggle…

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The High Cost of 'I'm Fine': The Truth About High-Functioning Anxiety and Invisible Depression 1:01:44

1M ago1:01:44

1:01:44

Most women don’t look like they’re falling apart—even when they’re struggling to stay afloat. We keep it all going: raising kids, showing up for work, taking care of everyone else—while silently carrying stress, grief, trauma, and anxiety. And all that holding it together? It comes at a cost. In this heart-opening episode of On Health, Aviva sits d…

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Reclaiming Postpartum: A New (Old) Model of Mama + Baby Care 1:00:10

2M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

What if the way we care for new mothers is all wrong? Not just lacking. Not just outdated. But built on a model that misses the heart and soul of what postpartum truly is — and what it could be. When I was a home birth midwife, postpartum care was the care. I'd visit mamas and babies at home five or six times in the first few weeks. We’d talk about…

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144: When Play Feels Hard in the Age of Intensive Parenting with Myriam Sandler 39:56

2M ago39:56

39:56

In this episode of Holding Space, I welcome parenting educator and content creator behind the account Mother Could, Myriam Sandler, for a real and refreshing conversation about play in parenthood. Together, we unpack the pressure many parents feel to “play the right way,” especially in today’s era of intensive parenting. Episode highlights: How per…

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[Replay] The Hidden Motherhood Struggle with Catherine Birndorf and Paige Bellenbaum 1:07:13

2M ago1:07:13

1:07:13

In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation. It’s not just you. You're n…

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267: Building Self-Awareness and Conscious Parenting With Bryana Kappadakunnel, LMFT 55:00

3M ago55:00

55:00

Breaking cycles isn’t always easy. But conscious parenting, tuning into yourself, your emotions, your needs, and your childhood, can help. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by therapist Bryana Kappadakunnel, author of Parent Yourself First to discuss how conscious parenting and focusing on our own childhood, expectations, and patterns, c…

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Normalize It: From Miscarriage to Midlife—Owning Our Stories Without Shame with Jessica Zucker 1:02:31

3M ago1:02:31

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There are the stories we tell out loud, and then there are the ones we keep tucked away—the ones that ache the most, because we’ve carried them in silence. On this episode of On Health, we’re breaking the silence—and the stigma—around some of the most vulnerable, hidden experiences women carry: miscarriage, illness, identity loss, perfectionism, ag…

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EP 266: Answers for Moms with ADHD With Neuropsychologist Dr. Jeanette Wasserstein 57:09

3M ago57:09

57:09

So many moms find themselves struggling with executive functioning and the mental load. It’s common for diagnoses of ADHD to come after having a baby. But there’s another component at play besides the unrealistic pressure–hormones. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by clinical neuropsychologist and ADHD specialist Dr. Jeanette Wasserstei…

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Breastfeeding Challenges, Tongue Tie, & Trusting Your Instincts 1:14:23

3M ago1:14:23

1:14:23

What if you already have what it takes to breastfeed your baby—and just need the right support to unlock it? This question is at the heart of my conversation with Lisa Paladino, Certified Nurse Midwife, IBCLC, and a fierce advocate for women and babies. Lisa has decades of experience helping families navigate the powerful, joyous, and sometimes con…

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265: Navigating the Medical System and Reproductive Care With Colleen Long and Rebecca Little 1:04:56

3M ago1:04:56

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When women face pregnancy loss and complex medical complications, it can bring up a lot of emotional turmoil, along with medical and legal concerns that can leave them without the treatment they need. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Colleen Long and Rebecca Little, authors of I’m Sorry for My Loss, to unpack the current state of rep…

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Have You Been Medically Hexed? The Power of Words to Heal and to Harm 45:29

4M ago45:29

45:29

Have you ever left a doctor’s appointment feeling more defeated than when you arrived? Perhaps a diagnosis felt like a life sentence, or a well-meaning comment planted a seed of fear that lingered for months. This isn’t just bad bedside manner; it’s a phenomenon I call “medical hexing.” It’s the subtle, and sometimes not-so-subtle, way that languag…

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264: Navigating Friendships in Motherhood With Anna Goldfarb 55:41

4M ago55:41

55:41

It can feel hard to make and maintain friends as a mom–and we often don’t know where to even start. It seems like we should feel more connected than ever with the digital world–but it can just leave us feeling more isolated. Maybe looking at our friendships with a different mindset is the place to start. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined…

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Holding On and Letting Go: Modern Friendship in Women’s Lives with Anna Goldfarb 1:22:29

4M ago1:22:29

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What if friendships were just as vital to our health as sleep, nutrition, and exercise? Research suggests they might be. But in our fast-paced, modern world, nurturing deep and lasting friendships can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with journalist and author Anna Goldfarb to explore the evolving landscape of friendship—why it can be…

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263: From The Vault: Understanding Sensory Self-Care With Holly Peretz, Pediatric Occupational Therapist 56:36

4M ago56:36

56:36

Today, we’re revisiting one of our most popular episodes from the vault–Sensory Self-Care. Life with littles is full of sensory inputs—noise, chaos, touch, and mess. Many moms find themselves feeling overstimulated, leading to stress and overwhelm. We often talk about self-care in terms of bubble baths and massages—but what about sensory self-care?…

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Moving Beyond Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome to Find Happiness with Emma Seppälä 1:13:15

5M ago1:13:15

1:13:15

Have you ever felt torn between dreaming big and staying realistic? Between trusting your instincts and wondering if fear is holding you back? In today’s conversation, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to reclaim your personal sovereignty—the ability to stand fully in your own power, free from self-doubt, external expectations, and the wei…

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262: Understanding Anger Management for Parents Through a Scientific Lens with Dr. Dan Siegel, NYT bestselling author 1:01:16

5M ago1:01:16

1:01:16

If we can understand the science behind why we’re experiencing anger, and what our anger is telling us, we can approach it not from a place of shame but from a place of productive problem-solving. Today, I’m joined by NYT bestselling author Dr. Dan Siegel, to discuss the science behind losing our cool and evidence-based anger management for parents…

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Why You Can’t Spoil Your Baby: The Science of Nurture and The Truth About Sleep Training with Greer Kirshenbaum 1:17:27

5M ago1:17:27

1:17:27

“You’re holding your baby too much.” “Just let them cry it out.” “You’ll spoil them if you respond every time they cry.” If you’ve ever heard these words—or wondered yourself whether nurturing your baby too much could backfire—you’re not alone. But the science is clear: responding to and connecting with our babies doesn’t spoil them; it builds thei…

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261: The Rise of Stay-at-Home Dads and “Lead Dads” with Paul Sullivan, founder of The Company of Dads 59:29

5M ago59:29

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More dads are staying at home or taking a more active role in caregiving than ever before–and many more would like to if workplaces and society offered them more support. Find out how “lead dads” are changing the way families are structured. Show Notes: https://bit.ly/3BUtdbQ Book a free 15 minute consultation: momwell.com/booking Follow Momwell on…

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Ancestral Wisdom: Food, Herbs, and Healing Across Women’s Lifecycles with Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz 1:13:09

6M ago1:13:09

1:13:09

In this episode Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz, known as the Kitchen Curandera, and I explore the profound role of ancestral wisdom in women’s health. Felicia shares her journey of carrying forward her great-grandmother’s curanderismo practices and how food, plants, and rituals can transform the way we heal and care for ourselves across life’s stages. From …

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260: Understanding Pathological Demand Avoidance with Casey Ehrlich, Ph.D., founder of At Peace Parents 1:01:41

6M ago1:01:41

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If your child is extremely resistant to demands, you might have wondered if pathological demand avoidance–a nervous system dysregulation that results in intense resistance to demands and requests, could be at play. It’s commonly associated with autism, but it can also present with ADHD or anxiety disorders–and it is often considered its own neurolo…

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Pelvic Floor Secrets Every Woman Should Know From Pregnancy to Menopause with Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer 1:14:44

6M ago1:14:44

1:14:44

Imagine living with the constant fear of leaking when you sneeze, jump, or can’t find a bathroom in time. Now add in the struggles of constipation, painful sex, or uterine, bladder, or rectal prolapse. These aren’t just occasional annoyances—they’re signs of pelvic floor dysfunction, which affects millions of women every year. This episode of On He…

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When Good Things Happen, Why Do We Brace for the Bad? 36:07

6M ago36:07

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I used to believe that for every good thing that happened to me, something bad had to happen as well to even it out, like a universal balancing system. Every time something good was going to happen, I always thought to myself, “What will the payback be?” In my years of experience working with and talking to women, I have learned that lots of women …

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259: Handling Tricky Toddler Behavior with Dr. Cathryn Tobin, founder of Healthiest Baby 49:20

6M ago49:20

49:20

Knowing how to respond to tricky toddler behavior isn’t always easy. Separation anxiety, preferred parent struggles, impulsivity–it can feel overwhelming and frustrating! But when we understand what’s typical (and where these behavior come from) we can approach them differently. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by pediatrician and autho…

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258: From the Vault: Emotional Regulation Skills for Moms with Dr. Amber Thornton, host of Know & Grow Podcast 58:42

7M ago58:42

58:42

We’re wrapping up our holiday vault series with our top episode from the year! Today we revisit our #1 episode of 2024, “Emotional Regulation Skills for Moms” with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Amber Thornton, host of Dr. Amber’s Know and Grow Podcast. We discuss how we can strengthen our emotional regulation skills and the importance of set…

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257: From the Vault: Postpartum Rage vs. Parental Anger with Dr. Ashurina Ream, founder of Psyched Mommy 50:08

7M ago50:08

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We’re continuing our holiday series from the vault, revisiting our top 3 most downloaded episodes of the year! Today, we’re revisiting our second most popular episode of 2024, “Postpartum Rage vs. Parental Anger” with Dr. Ashurina Ream, founder of Psyched Mommy. We discuss the difference between mom rage as a symptom of depression or anxiety and ma…

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256: From the Vault: You’re Not an Angry Mom with Minna Dubin, author of Mom Rage: The Everyday Crisis of Modern Motherhood 55:32

7M ago55:32

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As 2024 comes to an end, we’re diving into our vault to revisit our top 3 podcast episodes from the year! Today, we’re revisiting our 3rd most downloaded episode this year, “You’re Not an Angry Mom” with Minna Dubin, author of Mom Rage: The Everyday Crisis of Modern Motherhood. We talk about why we experience Mom Rage, how to break away from the sh…

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Are We Chasing the Wrong Kind of Success? The High Cost of Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Wallace 1:04:20

7M ago1:04:20

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Why does it feel like no matter how much we do, it’s never enough—Including—and especially—in our mothering? It’s no wonder we feel this way! Societal changes have created a culture that ties worth to performance, often at the expense of our health and happiness, while macroeconomic trends that have shifted the way we think about work, education, a…

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255: Navigating Loneliness in Motherhood with Dr. Jody Carrington, Psychologist and Author 56:30

7M ago56:30

56:30

Navigating isolation in motherhood isn’t easy—and it can take a toll on our relationship satisfaction, happiness, and mental health. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by psychologist Dr. Jody Carrington, author of Feeling Unseen, to discuss what causes loneliness in motherhood and how we can communicate, create change, advocate for our n…

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254: Pain Management During Shots for Kids with Dr. Jody Thomas, founder of Meg Foundation 1:03:03

7M ago1:03:03

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The medical community isn’t always trained on pain management for kids—and we might not know where to begin with advocating for it. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jody Thomas, founder of Meg Foundation, to discuss needle phobia, medical trauma and anxiety, and how to support our kids and advocate for pain management during shot…

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Becoming a Cycle Breaker: Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Compassion and Resilience (Replay) 57:41

8M ago57:41

57:41

Intergenerational trauma refers to the transmission of unresolved trauma and its psychological, emotional, or even physical effects from one generation to another. This phenomenon can manifest in various ways, impacting individuals' mental health, coping mechanisms, and relational patterns. The cycle of intergenerational trauma underscores the impo…

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253: Fed is Best and Formula Can Save Lives with Dr. Christie del Castillo-Hegyi, Co-Founder of Fed Is Best Foundation 1:05:39

8M ago1:05:39

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There was a time when moms weren’t supported on their breastfeeding journey. Now, things have changed a lot—but in some ways, the pendulum has swung too far. Not only are moms shamed for using formula—but the pressure to exclusively breastfeed can also lead them to miss important signs that they need to supplement. The Fed is Best foundation wants …

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252: Making Evidence Based Birth Decisions with Dr. Rebecca Dekker, Founder of Evidence Based Birth 58:50

8M ago58:50

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Navigating evidence based birth isn’t easy. Should you move around during labor? Are water births beneficial? What about ongoing electronic fetal monitoring and the glucose drink? There’s a lot of misinformation and conflicting advice out there. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Rebecca Dekker, founder of Evidence Based Birth, to …

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Do You Have a Hostile Uterus? The Hidden Harms of Medical Language on Women’s Health 1:04:02

8M ago1:04:02

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Imagine being told you had a “hostile uterus” and sent home, only to discover later you were on the brink of a life-threatening pregnancy complication. This isn’t fiction. Terms like “hostile uterus” and “irritable uterus” are still in use, and they’re dangerous. In conventional medicine, language like this often subtly blames women’s bodies for me…

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251: Changing the Way We Value Care Work with Blessing Adesiyan, Founder & CEO of Mother Honestly Group Inc. 1:03:36

8M ago1:03:36

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Moms are overworked, undervalued, and burnt out. And being defaulted into the care work in the home is a large part of why. But if we can learn how to push back, create change, and advocate for more value on care work, we can find a different way forward. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Blessing Adesiyan, Founder & CEO of Mother Hon…

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250: The Mental Load of Deciding What to Pack for School Lunch with Megan McNamee, MPH, RDN, Co-Founder of Feeding Littles 58:37

8M ago58:37

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Deciding what to pack for school lunch can be hard. There’s so much pressure and perfectionism, interwoven with our own fear and insecurity. It’s no wonder so many moms feel overwhelmed by it. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by dietician Megan McNamee, co-founder of Feeding Littles, to discuss how parents can reduce the mental load aro…

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249: A New Approach to Developing Secure Attachment with Dr. Ann Kelley, co-founder of Therapist Uncensored 1:08:50

9M ago1:08:50

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Secure attachment isn’t created by moms who carry everything on their shoulders and put their needs last. In fact, our children might benefit from a different approach. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Ann Kelley, co-founder of Therapist Uncensored and co-author of Secure Relating, to talk about attachment research, what our chil…

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Loving Better Every Day with Dr. Alexandra Solomon 50:30

9M ago50:30

50:30

Could your love relationship use a bit of boost? Some calm in the storm? Or are you looking for love that’s been hard to find? In this On Health for Women episode I’m joined by Dr. Alexandra Solomon, a wonderful couples therapist, professor, author of Love Every Day and the host of the Reimagining Love podcast. Together we explore the real meaning …

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248: From the Vault: Setting Boundaries with In-laws and Family Members with Dr. Ashurina Ream, Founder of Psyched Mommy 1:02:36

9M ago1:02:36

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This week on The Momwell Podcast, we’re revisiting an episode from our vault. Setting boundaries with in-laws and family members isn’t always easy—especially when it comes to our kids. But boundaries aren’t a bad thing—they’re a valuable part of healthy relationships. In this vault episode, I’m joined by Dr. Ashurina Ream, founder of Psyched Mommy,…

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Must-Have Natural Remedies for Cold & Flu Season 1:13:59

9M ago1:13:59

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Feeling the first tickle of a sore throat? Or maybe you’re dealing with a full-blown cold or flu? In this episode, I’m sharing my top natural remedies to help you get through cold and flu season. From immune-boosting herbs to soothing teas, these are the must-haves I trust to keep my family healthy. I’ll walk you through how to use each one, with p…

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247: The Stressed-Out Mom with Dr. Molly Dickens, Founder of The Maternal Stress Project 1:09:36

9M ago1:09:36

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Maternal stress is so overwhelming that the surgeon general recently released a warning about it. Stressed-out moms need more support. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Molly Dickens, founder of the Maternal Stress Project, to discuss what leads to stressed-out moms and how we can identify the real factors and create change. Show …

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246: Understanding Options for Birth Control After Childbirth with Dr. Fran Haydanek, DO, FACOG 59:00

9M ago59:00

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There are many options for birth control after childbirth—from short-term contraception to long-term or permanent options. Determining the right choice is hard—we have to weigh out factors like whether we want more children, whether or not we’re breastfeeding, and how our body responds to hormones. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by OB…

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How Toxic Fashion is Making Women Sick & What We Can Do About It with Alden Wicker 56:19

10M ago56:19

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Many of us are aware of the ethical minefield of fast fashion—from the labor issues to the environmental damage. But did you know that the clothes in your closet could be making you sick? In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning investigative journalist Alden Wicker, author of To Die For: How Toxic Fashion is Making Us Sick and How We Can Fight…

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245: How to Get Paid During Maternity Leave in the US with Daphne Delvaux, Founder of Delvaux Law and the Mamattorney 1:16:56

10M ago1:16:56

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Parents in the United States often have a difficult time navigating parental leave. Complex laws, a lack of federal protection, and common misunderstandings leave them unsure about their rights and options. But when you are empowered with knowledge and the right plan, you can discover how to get paid during maternity leave and protect both your job…

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244: The Importance of Emotional Learning as a Mom with Kelly Oriard & Callie Christensen, Co-Founders of Slumberkins 1:00:32

10M ago1:00:32

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Many of us want to foster emotional learning for our kids and support them as they navigate their big feelings—but we don’t always have the right tools in our toolbox. In fact, we’re often learning these skills for ourselves while we try to teach them to our children. That’s why I’m so grateful for Slumberkins—a brand committed to supporting parent…

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Real Food for Gestational Diabetes with Aviva Romm and Lily Nichols 55:39

10M ago55:39

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I remember when I first started practicing as a midwife—way back in the '80s—there was barely a whisper about how nutrition could impact pregnancy. I taught my first prenatal nutrition class in 1990, and the hunger for information was almost palpable. It’s amazing to me that, fast forward to today, we’re still facing a gap in understanding just how…

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243: The Relationship Between Menopause and Mental Health with Dr. Mary Claire Haver 56:12

10M ago56:12

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Menopause can have a strong impact on your mental health. Unfortunately, not all providers are trained in hormone nuances or how to support moms when they struggle. This week on The Momwell Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Mary Claire Haver, author of The New Menopause, to unpack how menopause can impact mental health and how we can advocate for ourselve…

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