Healthy As A Mother

Dr. Morgan MacDermott & Dr. Leah Gordon
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Healthy as a Mother, the podcast for becoming and being a mother, with your cohosts Dr. Leah Gordon and Dr. Morgan MacDermott, two naturopathic doctors who get it. Each week we teach you how to be the healthiest mother you can be - from fertility and preconception, to pregnancy and birth prep, through postpartum and throughout motherhood - empowering you with the natural health guidance and education you’re not getting elsewhere, so you can confidently navigate the broken system at large. The real, the raw, the un-talked about.

  1. HACE 1 DÍA

    Boundaries in Motherhood: Why You Feel Controlled (and How to Take Your Power Back) | #161

    What if the tension you feel in motherhood isn’t about your decisions… but about your boundaries? In this episode, we break down one of the most overlooked skills women need to navigate pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood: setting boundaries with family, friends, and outside opinions. From pressure around home birth to unsolicited advice from parents and in-laws, this conversation unpacks why boundaries feel so hard, what they actually are (and aren’t), and how to confidently take your power back without damaging your relationships. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by opinions, pressure, or expectations around motherhood… this episode will shift how you see it. 00:00 Trailer & Introduction 01:33 Why Boundaries in Motherhood Feel So Hard 02:54 What a Boundary Actually Is (and What It’s Not) 06:42 Why Most Women Misunderstand Boundaries 07:38 The Power of Controlling Your Response (Not Others) 09:22 Real-Life Example of Healthy Boundaries 11:07 Why Boundaries Protect Relationships (Not Damage Them) 13:37 Should You Communicate Boundaries Ahead of Time? 16:29 Handling Strong Disagreements (Vaccines, Parenting Choices) 18:24 Why Parents Struggle to Let Go of Control 21:16 What Happens When You Set Boundaries for the First Time 22:36 Why Consistency Is Everything 24:48 Becoming a “New Version” of Yourself in Relationships 28:40 Communication Frameworks That Actually Work 30:10 Birth Choices and Family Pressure Explained 33:26 Real Story: Shifting Beliefs Around Home Birth 34:51 How to Respond to Extreme Pushback 37:43 Who Gets to Be at Your Birth (and Who Doesn’t) 41:30 How to Communicate Firm Boundaries Clearly 44:46 Why Waiting for Birth Can Create Stress 48:37 Postpartum Boundaries and Baby Handling 51:38 Scripts for Setting Boundaries Respectfully 53:18 Why Women Struggle with Boundaries More Than Men 56:30 The Deeper Root: Fear of Rejection and Losing Connection 57:37 The Role of Intuition and Safety (Gift of Fear Insight) 01:00:00 Final Thoughts: Boundaries as Empowerment Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy RelationshipsHome Birth StatsThe Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Protect Us from ViolenceDr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 11 min

  2. 15 ABR

    The Future of IVF Embryo Testing (and What Rhino Babies Reveal About Fertility) with Cara Wells, PhD | #160

    In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of IVF: embryo selection. Because here’s the truth most people don’t realize… Even today, many IVF labs still rely on visual grading methods developed over 50 years ago to choose which embryo becomes your baby. And that could be the reason so many “perfect-looking” embryos fail. Today, Dr. Leah sits down with Cara Wells, PhD, a reproductive physiologist and founder of a groundbreaking fertility technology that uses non-invasive video analysis to assess embryo health in real time. Instead of just looking at embryos… Her technology measures how they behave. And what they’ve discovered could completely change IVF outcomes. 0:00 Trailer + Intro 0:55 Meet Cara Wells, PhD + Her Background 2:15 The Problem with IVF Embryo Grading 6:25 Why IVF Feels Like a “Black Box” 10:47 The Technology That Inspired a Breakthrough 13:04 How Embryo Video Analysis Works 18:15 Why This Technology Matters for IVF Patients 20:49 Can We Improve Egg + Sperm Quality? 22:20 Why “Perfect” Embryos Still Fail 24:36 What Animal Research Reveals About Fertility 29:15 Why Animal Health Research Matters for Humans 32:12 What This Tech Reveals About Sperm Quality 40:25 How This Impacts Endangered Species 47:35 The Rhino Fertility Discovery 53:02 What Animals Reveal About Human Conditions 59:35 PGT Testing vs Non-Invasive Embryo Testing 1:03:25 How to Learn More + Closing Thoughts Resources From This Episode: Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness MembershipEmgenisys WebsiteCara Well's LinkedIn Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 12 min

  3. 8 ABR

    A Better Way to Understand Mental & Emotional Patterns in You and Your Kids with Dr. Steve Rondeau | #159

    Mental health is often treated like a guessing game, but what if we could actually see what’s happening in the brain? In this episode, Dr. Steve Rondeau, founder of Axon EEG Solutions and author of Think Like a Brain, breaks down how brain-based data is changing the way we understand mental health, postpartum struggles, and behavior in both women and children. We dive into why traditional diagnoses often miss the root cause, how brain patterns shape your personality and responses, and why your environment plays a bigger role than you think. This conversation also explores a newly released study on hormonal birth control and antidepressant response, the concept of the “overwhelmed brain,” and how small shifts in your daily life can dramatically change your mental resilience. If you’ve ever felt like something is off but can’t explain why, or wondered why one season of life feels manageable while another feels overwhelming, this episode will completely reframe how you think about your brain, your behavior, and your capacity. 00:00 Intro 01:52 Why mental health is still a guessing game 03:40 The misdiagnosis that exposes a broken system 06:10 Can brain scans predict personality 09:30 Why people experience life differently 13:15 Birth control and antidepressant study 16:47 Why one-size-fits-all treatment fails 18:40 Why postpartum experiences vary 22:40 Your brain isn’t broken your environment is 24:21 When symptoms don’t match the diagnosis 26:40 The case that changed everything 29:10 Why root causes get missed 32:10 Are brain patterns genetic or learned 34:40 The 3 areas that shape mental health 37:40 Why you can’t just push through 39:10 The overwhelmed brain pattern 42:10 The habit that regulates your nervous system 43:46 Why coping mechanisms make sense 46:40 Why normal brains don’t exist 49:10 Parenting and relationships through this lens 53:10 What’s normal behavior for kids 55:10 The parenting mistake most people make 58:10 Are screens rewiring our brains 61:10 How to find brain scan providers 73:31 Outro Resources From This Episode: Dr. Rondeau's Website - https://axoneegsolutions.com/Dr. Rondeau's Book: Think Like Brain Treating Manual - https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Brain-Treating-Manual-ebook/dp/B0GFXQK1DVFollow Dr. Steve Rondeau on Socials:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Steve-Rondeau/100068808602146/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-steven-rondeau-148aa421/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr_rondeau_qeeg/Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons - https://milkmedicine.com/lessonsonly/ Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 14 min

  4. 1 ABR

    Epidurals: What They Don’t Tell You (Risks, Myths & When You Actually Need One) | #158

    Epidurals are one of the most common, and most misunderstood, parts of modern birth. In this episode, we break down everything you actually need to know: what’s in an epidural, how it works, when it helps, and when it can create more complications than expected. We also get honest about the parts most people don’t talk about, including side effects, the cascade of interventions, and why so many women feel blindsided after the fact. This isn’t about telling you what to do. It’s about giving you the clarity to make the right decision for your birth. 00:00 — Trailer & Intro 01:33 — Why This Conversation Matters 03:33 — Epidural vs Spinal: What’s the Difference 06:03 — “Do No Harm” Framework for Birth Decisions 08:03 — The History of Pain Management in Birth 11:33 — What’s Actually In an Epidural 15:33 — What It Feels Like to Get One 19:33 — When You Can (and Can’t) Get an Epidural 23:33 — The Timing Mistake Most Women Make 26:33 — When an Epidural is Actually Helpful 30:33 — Guilt, Shame & Birth Expectations 35:33 — Common Side Effects Explained 41:33 — The Cascade of Interventions 45:33 — What Happens When It Doesn’t Work 49:33 — Effects on Baby (Myths vs Reality) 53:33 — Why Women Feel Misinformed 57:33 — Epidurals & Postpartum/Bonding 01:00:33 — How to Decide What’s Right for You Resources From This Episode: The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan, RN, LNC, RYPT | #325 Things That Ruin Breastfeeding | #146Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 14 min

  5. 25 MAR

    Trying to Get Pregnant After Pregnancy Loss? Here’s What No One Tells You | #157

    If you’ve experienced pregnancy loss and are thinking about trying to conceive again, this episode walks you through what most women aren’t told about getting pregnant after pregnancy loss. From the emotional impact of miscarriage and pregnancy loss to the physical factors that can influence fertility, we break down what actually matters when preparing your body and mind for another pregnancy. We cover common causes of pregnancy loss, including hormonal imbalances like low progesterone, egg and sperm quality, inflammation, thyroid health, and other underlying fertility factors. You’ll also learn how long to wait before trying again, how to support your body after pregnancy loss, and what steps you can take to reduce the risk of another loss. This episode also dives deep into the emotional side of pregnancy loss, including anxiety, fear, grief, and the mental challenges of trying to conceive again after loss. Whether you’ve had one pregnancy loss or multiple, this conversation is designed to help you feel less alone and more empowered with both knowledge and support. If you’re navigating fertility after pregnancy loss, trying to get pregnant again, or looking for answers about why pregnancy loss happens, this episode will give you a grounded, whole-body perspective, combining science, mindset, and real experiences. 00:00 — Trailer + Intro 01:27 — The Emotional Reality of Pregnancy Loss 04:41 — Real Stories of Loss & Trying Again 07:44 — Pregnancy After Loss Feels Different 11:20 — IVF, Embryo Loss & Different Grieving Experiences 13:07 — Why Pregnancy Loss Happens (Physical + Unknown Factors) 14:41 — It’s NOT Your Fault (But You Can Optimize) 15:35 — Spiritual & Emotional Interpretations of Loss 18:57 — Physical Causes of Pregnancy Loss 21:45 — What Happens During Pregnancy Loss (Options Explained) 27:18 — Emotional & Physical Preparation for Each Option 30:35 — When Can You Try Again? 32:39 — Your Body Is in “Mini Postpartum” 35:36 — The Emotional Side No One Supports Enough 38:07 — Male Fertility: The Missing 50% 40:13 — Egg & Sperm Quality Optimization 41:23 — Hormones & Progesterone Explained 46:15 — Inflammation, Gut Health & Vaginal Microbiome 48:58 — What to Do After One Loss vs Multiple Losses 52:39 — A Practical Game Plan Moving Forward 53:50 — Emotional Integration & Healing 55:33 — The Hidden Losses (Identity, Timing, Life Plans) 56:28 — Closing Thoughts & Support Resources Resources From This Episode: 8 Root Causes of Pregnancy Loss | #116 - https://youtu.be/8nKRemVWIrM?si=wDeVseGOjgkLEaQ4The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility Hormone | #31 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/66SZoAvmnxWS3IQsbSOfCh?si=SAQxaAOcQE2tp_3hwOicMQMiscarriage Mystery Decoded with Dr. Aumatma | #51 - https://open.spotify.com/episode/53ikQ9sbpca3nP3T0J9i9s?si=d1fXivahQ22-KgH9r_cf2gDr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 1 min

  6. 18 MAR

    Newborn Interventions Every Mom Should Understand Before Birth | #156

    What actually happens to your baby in the first 24–48 hours after birth, and which newborn interventions should you say yes or no to? In this episode, we break down 14 common newborn interventions and procedures parents may be offered right after delivery. From delayed cord clamping and suctioning to vitamin K, hepatitis B, erythromycin eye ointment, newborn metabolic screening, hearing and heart tests, circumcision, jaundice, early bathing, and pediatric follow-up, we explain what these interventions are, why they’re offered, and what parents should understand before birth. Whether you’re planning a hospital birth, home birth, or birth center delivery, this conversation will help you make informed decisions about newborn care and know what questions to ask when creating your birth plan. 00:00 Trailer + intro 01:13 Why newborn interventions matter 03:44 Delayed cord clamping 09:23 Rubbing and suctioning after birth 14:26 Swaddling, hats, and skin-to-skin 18:37 The golden hour and delaying newborn exams 21:10 Vitamin K shot vs oral vitamin K 29:44 Hepatitis B vaccine at birth 34:07 Erythromycin eye ointment 36:57 Newborn metabolic screening / heel prick / PKU test 39:19 Newborn blood sugar testing 41:42 Hearing test and congenital heart disease screening 46:36 Circumcision considerations 47:32 Early bath and newborn microbiome 52:31 Newborn jaundice explained 56:39 Breastfeeding jaundice vs breast milk jaundice 59:04 Pediatrician visits and delayed vaccine schedules 01:05:39 Closing thoughts Resources From This Episode: Vax Dilemmas: Hesitancy, Studies, and Alternate Schedules with Dr. Joel Gator Warsh | Ep. 109 - https://youtu.be/d72t0Dv18Ok?si=OawY6xJOcWhy0w44Vaccines From A Neurodevelopmental Perspective with Dr. Ari Calhoun | Ep. 52 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=10006483825895 Things That Ruin Breastfeeding | Ep 146 - https://youtu.be/BQgB9rQ_Msk?si=fwrB0QJ1DvfzrrUmBreastfeeding and Trying To Conceive | Ep 113 - https://youtu.be/vRXXioExVh8?si=epAYIrJeqe197ftJBreastfeeding: What to KNOW before your baby is born | Ep 10 - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-as-a-mother/id1663942916?i=1000601146225Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 12 min

  7. 11 MAR

    The Truth About Motherhood Right Now: Sleep Deprivation, Overwhelm & Finding Routine Again | #155

    In this honest life update episode, we’re sharing what motherhood looks like for us right now... the wins, the challenges, and the very real in-between. We talk about rebuilding strength after a C-section, navigating toddler chaos and overstimulation, how sleep deprivation affects everything, and why routines can feel life-giving in certain seasons of motherhood. We also open up about feeling baby kicks during pregnancy, the emotional weight of the mental load, waking up at 5 a.m., hormone-supportive habits, and the financial pressure that can come with running a business while raising a family. This episode is candid, relatable, and full of those real mom moments that often go unspoken. If you’re in a season of trying to hold it all together while also finding your way back to yourself, this one will feel like a conversation with friends who get it. In this episode, we cover: Rebuilding strength and reconnecting with your body after a C-sectionThe emotional and physical impact of postpartum sleep deprivationToddler chaos and the reality of parenting multiple kidsThe invisible mental load many mothers carry every dayWhy routines can actually create more freedom, creativity, and flowThe transition out of the postpartum season and back into personal rhythmsNavigating motherhood while growing and supporting a businessThe financial and emotional pressures of entrepreneurship during family lifeThe beauty of sharing both the wins and the challenges of motherhoodWhy real conversations about motherhood matter more than perfection online 00:00 Intro 01:33 Life updates 02:14 Toddler chaos and the destruction phase 07:49 Reflecting on postpartum while caring for other children 12:33 Why sleep deprivation is so hard in motherhood 13:35 Trying to stay organized as a mom (and why chaos still happens) 21:39 The small parenting struggles that add up 31:00 The Skylight calendar and organizing family life 39:24 Getting back into exercise after a C-section 44:30 Getting back into routine and finding rhythm again 54:45 The pressure for business to grow financially 1:00:00 Money as the next personal growth frontier 1:03:51 Why sharing life updates matters 1:07:19 Outro Resources Mentioned: Uplift Workout Program: Use code DRLEAH0770 for $20 off Dow Janes Financial ProgramDr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call LessonsDr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 8 min

  8. 4 MAR

    Your Cycle Report Card: Symptom Clues That Reveal Your Hormones & Fertility | #154

    Your menstrual cycle isn’t random; it’s a monthly hormone report card. In this episode, Dr. Leah breaks down how to decode your cycle from bleed to bleed and what common symptoms may be telling you about progesterone, estrogen, inflammation, ovulation, and fertility. If you’ve ever wondered whether your spotting, PMS, heavy bleeding, dry cycles, painful periods, or irregular timing are “normal”, this episode will help you understand what your body may actually be communicating. In this episode, we cover: • Spotting before your period & what it means for progesterone • Light or short periods & signs of low estrogen or under-fueling • Heavy bleeding & estrogen dominance • Ovulation pain: normal vs red flag • PMS, PMDD & progesterone deficiencies • Mood shifts right after ovulation • Low cervical mucus / dry cycles • Long cycles & PCOS clues • Short cycles, luteal phase defects & egg reserve • Brown blood & blood stagnation • Severe cramping & endometriosis • Breast tenderness, prolactin & fibrocystic changes 00:00 – Trailer & Intro 02:06 – Your cycle as a “report card” 06:14 – Spotting before your period (low progesterone clues) 08:53 – Mid-luteal spotting: infection, polyps, implantation 13:54 – Light or short periods (low estrogen & under-fueling) 18:54 – Heavy bleeding (estrogen dominance & growth conditions) 23:47 – Ovulation pain explained 26:05 – PMS & PMDD (progesterone, nutrients, blood sugar) 30:19 – Mood changes after ovulation 33:38 – Low cervical mucus / dry cycles 36:46 – Long cycles & PCOS 42:47 – Short cycles & ovarian reserve 47:25 – Brown blood & stagnation 48:50 – Severe cramping & endometriosis 53:09 – Breast changes & lymph support 57:06 – Final thoughts Resources From This Episode: Episode #31: The Power of ProgesteroneEpisode #151: When Sex HurtsHormone & Cycle Health Episode PlaylistDr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership If you want step-by-step hormone education, cycle tracking guidance, and root-cause protocols, explore the Womanhood Wellness Membership for deeper support: https://drleahgordon.com/join Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTube Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Instagram Healthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTok Healthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch Store Find more from Dr. Leah: Dr. Leah Gordon | Instagram Dr. Leah Gordon | Website Womanhood Wellness | Website Find more from Dr. Morgan: Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Instagram Dr. Morgan MacDermott | Website Use code HAAM and save 10% at Fond Use code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at Redmond For 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHER Save $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER

    1 h 4 min
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Healthy as a Mother, the podcast for becoming and being a mother, with your cohosts Dr. Leah Gordon and Dr. Morgan MacDermott, two naturopathic doctors who get it. Each week we teach you how to be the healthiest mother you can be - from fertility and preconception, to pregnancy and birth prep, through postpartum and throughout motherhood - empowering you with the natural health guidance and education you’re not getting elsewhere, so you can confidently navigate the broken system at large. The real, the raw, the un-talked about.

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    Dr. Morgan MacDermott & Dr. Leah Gordon
  • Años de actividad
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodios
    161
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