From The Heart

Lyanne

I have always loved supporting women become mothers. I started attending births as a midwifery student at the age of 18. I do not lack passion! I was a midwife for 13 years and left what I like doing because I could no longer support recommendations that lack evidence and where my heart knows they could be harmful. We see systems as superior and must be right and adhered to for safety. The opposite can be true. This podcast is to help you advocate for yourself and your family by giving you lots of resources and expansion. I want you to feel confident in your decisions.

  1. Immigration Canada - What's happening here? with Christopher Balkaran

    5D AGO

    Immigration Canada - What's happening here? with Christopher Balkaran

    Today’s conversation is an important one. I’m joined by Christopher Balkaran, someone who isn’t afraid to go deep into topics that often get overlooked—or oversimplified. Christopher is objective, factual, and brings much-needed nuance to complex issues. At a time when so much attention is focused on immigration enforcement in the U.S., particularly around ICE, we turn our lens to what’s happening here in Canada. Why is immigration suddenly so controversial? What’s actually changed over the last few years? In this episode, Christopher unpacks the realities behind the headlines—looking at health care impacts, workforce pressures, criminal law differences, and the policies shaping who comes in and how decisions are made. This is a conversation about facts, context, and consequences—beyond fear-based narratives. If you’ve been feeling confused, concerned, or simply wanting a clearer picture of what’s really going on with immigration in Canada, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Follow and get a hold of Christopher Balkaran 🌐 Website: https://christopherbalkaran.com/ 🎧 Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/2UR7qKCCy24Mn2mCQddn5I 📸 Instagram: @openmindspod 🎥 https://www.youtube.com/@christopher_balkaran _________________________ Stay connected, subscribe or follow meOn instagram: @lyanne.pintoOn spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1VExN1mFc5dYVk8h1Lddfb⁠On Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-heart/id1729268533⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LyannePinto/videos⁠ All links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/lyannepinto⁠ Support Lyanne's Offerings: If you find value in these talks and wish to support their continuation, please consider making a donation. Your generosity helps keep these teachings available to all. Any amount is immensely appreciated. ⁠https://paypal.me/LyannePinto⁠

    1h 6m
  2. JAN 27

    Ep. 70 - Marginal cord insertion - What is the evidence for recommendations we provide?

    I explain the evidence that I see on the management (recommendations) we provide for clients that have a marginal cord insertion. All the terms are defined in the episode. ________________________________ Stay connected, subscribe or follow meOn instagram: @lyanne.pintoOn spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1VExN1mFc5dYVk8h1Lddfb⁠On Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-heart/id1729268533⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LyannePinto/videos⁠ All links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/lyannepinto⁠ Support Lyanne's Offerings: If you find value in these talks and wish to support their continuation, please consider making a donation. Your generosity helps keep these teachings available to all. Any amount is immensely appreciated. ⁠https://paypal.me/LyannePinto⁠ _________________________________ Picture of a marginal cord insertion: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cy7TPL5L2hT/?img_index=2 Picture of a velamentous cord insertion: https://www.sciencesource.com/1522924-velamentous-cord-insertion-gross-specimen-stock-image-rights-managed.html What is in the cord (wharton jelly): https://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=https://practicerx.designsrc.co/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/iScreen-Shoter-Google-Chrome-250408144513-768x476.jpg&tbnid=fUmZUHCAd7LiKM&vet=1&imgrefurl=https://practicerx.designsrc.co/regenerative-medicine/&docid=_tXB_bsTzmRLXM&w=768&h=476&itg=1&source=sh/x/im/m1/0&kgs=2235f5c443fa8119&shem=shrtsdl&utm_source=shrtsdl,sh/x/im/m1/0 References: - Sonographic prenatal diagnosis of marginal placental cord insertion: clinical importance. J Ultrasound Med. 2002. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12054298/- Antenatal Diagnosis of Marginal and Velamentous Placental Cord Insertion and Pregnancy Outcomes. Quinn et al. 2020. 10.1097/AOG.0000000000003753 - A randomized trial of prenatal ultrasonographic screening: impact on maternal management and outcome. RADIUS (Routine Antenatal Diagnostic Imaging with Ultrasound) Study Group. Lefevre et al. 1993. 10.1016/0002-9378(93)90605-i - Revankar KG, Dhumale H, Pujar Y. A Randomized Controlled Study to assess the Role of Routine Third Trimester Ultrasound in Low-risk Pregnancy on Antenatal Interventions and Perinatal Outcome. J South Asian Feder ObstGynae 2014;6(3):139-143. https://www.jsafog.com/doi/JSAFOG/pdf/10.5005/jp-journals-10006-1292#:~:text=Routine%20third%20trimester%20ultrasound%20seems,in%20low%2Drisk%20antenatal%20women. - Impact of marginal cord insertion on perinatal outcomes: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Siargkas et al. 2023. https://www.ajogmfm.org/article/S2589-9333(23)00018-6/abstract

    28 min
  3. Ep. 68 - Balancing your blood sugar is the cornerstone to your health with Jessyca Mebrahtu

    JAN 12

    Ep. 68 - Balancing your blood sugar is the cornerstone to your health with Jessyca Mebrahtu

    Today, I sat down with Jessyca Mebrahtu, a knowledgeable and passionate Registered Holistic Nutritionist, to talk all about balancing our blood sugar—in a way that’s simple, practical, and easy to understand. Jessyca has a gift for making nutrition feel approachable. Every time I have a question, she offers clear, grounded answers that actually make sense in real life. In this episode, we explore why sugar cravings are so common, what causes sugar highs and crashes, and how to support more stable blood sugar throughout the day. We also talk about what balanced blood sugar feels like, how to navigate cravings without guilt, and simple hacks you can start using right away to feel more energized and steady. This episode is for anyone who wants to better understand their body—without overwhelm. Connect with Jessyca:📍 Instagram: @sonshinejessy📧 Email: Jess@sonshinenutrition.co Recipe ideas from Jessyca:👉 https://app.thatcleanlife.com/shares/e0b091d6-7c8b-4272-aa03-9b0eda681c55 _________________________________ Stay connected, subscribe or follow meOn instagram: @lyanne.pintoOn spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1VExN1mFc5dYVk8h1Lddfb⁠On Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-heart/id1729268533⁠ Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LyannePinto/videos⁠ All links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/lyannepinto⁠ Support Lyanne's Offerings: If you find value in these talks and wish to support their continuation, please consider making a donation. Your generosity helps keep these teachings available to all. Any amount is immensely appreciated. ⁠https://paypal.me/LyannePinto⁠

    1h 22m
  4. Ep. 65 - Processing a difficult birth with Chandra Landry

    11/28/2025

    Ep. 65 - Processing a difficult birth with Chandra Landry

    I am thrilled to have Chandra on the pod again! Chandra's first birth was marked with difficult steps and unknowns. Considering today's culture of birth, viewed with lots of fear and urgency, I approached Chandra to ask her how she processed her birth story. What prepped her while she was pregnant? What she did during and after to help herself process? What advice does she have for women preparing for birth? Chandra has delivered 4 children and her love and delight to bring babies into the world is heart warming.Even coming from a place of previous difficulty (or trauma), we can make informed and intuitive decisions. Chandra is a phenomenal expander in this regard. ________________________ You can find Chandra on IG: ⁠chandra_lefandry⁠ Chandra's previous episode: Ep. 62 - A surrogacy story: https://youtu.be/uFPyhcODhbM ________________________ Stay connected, subscribe or follow me On instagram: @lyanne.pinto On spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/1VExN1mFc5dYVk8h1Lddfb⁠ On Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-heart/id1729268533⁠  Youtube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@LyannePinto/videos⁠  All links: ⁠https://linktr.ee/lyannepinto⁠  Support Lyanne's Offerings: If you find value in these talks and wish to support their continuation, please consider making a donation. Your generosity helps keep these teachings available to all. Any amount is immensely appreciated. ⁠https://paypal.me/LyannePinto⁠

    1h 11m
  5. Ep. 64 - Navigating medical decisions with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf

    11/21/2025

    Ep. 64 - Navigating medical decisions with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf

    In this episode, I interview Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, who—like me—made a career pivot after realizing that the recommendations we were expected to make no longer felt ethical. Betsy nerds out on simple steps to reduce stress, the gut microbiome and using our intuition when making a medical decision. _____________________ Stay connected, subscribe or follow me On instagram: @lyanne.pinto On spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1VExN1mFc5dYVk8h1Lddfb On Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-the-heart/id1729268533  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LyannePinto/videos  All links: https://linktr.ee/lyannepinto  Support Lyanne's Offerings: If you find value in these talks and wish to support their continuation, please consider making a donation. Your generosity helps keep these teachings available to all. Any amount is immensely appreciated. https://paypal.me/LyannePinto _____________________ Dr. Betsy A.B. Greenleaf, DO, FACOOG (Distinguished), FACOG, FPMRS, FAAOPM, MBA Renowned as a premier expert in menopause/andropause, bestselling author, entrepreneur, spokesperson, and innovative specialist in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery for over two decades, Dr. Greenleaf is a true trailblazer. She made history as the first female to achieve board certification in Urogynecology. She is also the founder of the International Pause Institute, giving those in perimenopause, menopause, and andropause their life, energy, and sanity back. And the CEO of the Pelvic Floor Store, your online resource for pelvic health, and the founder of Femversity, an women’s empowerment through eduction website. Dr. Greenleaf's approach is holistic, focusing on body, mind, and spirit, guiding countless busy women to discover pelvic peace, inner strength, and reclaim their confidence. A captivating speaker and respected educator, she infuses humour and warmth into conversations about sensitive health topics, aiming to normalize discussions around women's health and well-being. And most recently the producer of a Menopause Rock Album, Menopause Memo, by drbetsygreenleafbeats. Giveaways: the 10% off coupon code HEART   https://pelvicfloorstore.com/discount/HEART Women’s Pelvic Meditation: https://femversity.com/pelvicmediation-sign-up Hormone Quiz: https://link.apisystem.tech/widget/quiz/Xxe3hNPG5Iora9LqUILT Websites: The International Pause Institute: https://pauseinstitute.com The Pelvic Floor Store: https://pelvicfloorstore.com Affiliate Sign Up for the Pelvic Floor Store: https://af.uppromote.com/the-pelvic-floor- store/register Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleafmenshealth https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleafspeaks https://www.tiktok.com/@drbetsygreenleaf https://www.tiktok.com/@drbetsygreenleafmen https://www.facebook.com/dr.betsy.greenleaf/ https://www.instagram.com/internationalpauseinstitute https://twitter.com/DrBGreenleaf https://www.pinterest.com/drbetsygreenleaf https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4w https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbetsygreenleaf/ Music Menopause Rock Album by Doc BET-Z Menopause Memo https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/drbetsygreenleafbeats/menopause-memo Life Fire Rising From Ash https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lifefire/rise-from-ash Fire Under Glass https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lifefire/fire-under-glass Fire Leaves Its Mark https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lifefire/fire-leaves-its-mark Podcasts Some of Your Parts https://someofyourparts.libsyn.com/ Body Mind Spirit https://www.wytv7.org/body-mind-spirit

    51 min

About

I have always loved supporting women become mothers. I started attending births as a midwifery student at the age of 18. I do not lack passion! I was a midwife for 13 years and left what I like doing because I could no longer support recommendations that lack evidence and where my heart knows they could be harmful. We see systems as superior and must be right and adhered to for safety. The opposite can be true. This podcast is to help you advocate for yourself and your family by giving you lots of resources and expansion. I want you to feel confident in your decisions.