Healthy As A Mother

Dr. Morgan MacDermott & Dr. Leah Gordon
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Healthy As A Mother

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. 6D AGO

    #119: Raising Kids So They Don't Need Therapy with Sadie Ackerman

    How do we raise kids so they don't need therapy? Today, Dr. Leah interviews Sadie Ackerman of Finding Home Healing, all about how we heal our own trauma by working with the various parts of ourselves. This is the amazing work that we need, whether we want to conceive, become better parents, or feel better in our lives no matter what season we are in. This is the kind of work that has made all the difference for Dr. Leah along her own healing, fertility, and motherhood journey. Toward the end, Sadie walks us through a specific example about Dr. Leah's daughter, where she taught her how to show up differently so her daughter could potentially have a different experience leading to less dysregulation, and she's so grateful. This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off. Resources From This Episode: Check out Sadie's website!Follow Sadie on Instagram!Check out Sadie's podcast: Finding Home HealingJoin the waitlist for Dr. Leah's new Womanhood Wellness membership launching soon! Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    1h 14m

  2. JUN 25

    #118: All About Preeclampsia, with Tiffany from Beautiful One Midwifery

    Have you ever wondered how preeclampsia is handled by midwives? Or how you can prevent it from occurring in the first place? Today on the podcast, Dr. Morgan interviews Tiffany Alblinger, a homebirth midwife with Beautiful One Midwifery in San Diego, and we talk all about preeclampsia through a midwifery model of care lens. We discuss the basic things, like what it is, what the symptoms are, and how you might come to be diagnosed - but then we also talk about prevention from a holistic point of view - and what can be done if you'd had preeclampsia in a previous pregnancy and don't want to get it again. Tiffany explains how she uses a functional medicine approach to looking at a woman's whole diet and lifestyle to work at optimizing birth outcomes from before they even become pregnant, and then what she does to support them if the body is showing signs of tracking toward preeclampsia. It's a fascinating conversation, so let's jump in! This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off. Resources From The Episode: Check out Tiffany's website!Follow Beautiful One Midwifery on Instagram!Check out the Beautiful One Midwifery Community Membership Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    1h 17m

  3. JUN 18

    #117: Fueled and Feminine: How to Get Your Period Back with Dr. Elly Michelle

    In this episode, Dr. Leah interviews her dear friend and colleague, Dr. Elly Michelle, about hypothalamic amenorrhea, the medical term for not getting your period, the delicate balance between exercise, movement, and nourishment, how to connect with your feminine side, and many other juicy topics. She shared her own story of her journey through disordered eating and how it's possible to truly heal, whether you want balanced hormones or a baby soon or someday. This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off. Resources From This Episode: Follow Dr. Elly on Instagram!Sign up for Dr. Elly's mentorship here.Join the waitlist for Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness Membership! Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    58 min

  4. JUN 11

    #116: 8 Root Causes of Pregnancy Loss

    No woman or couple should ever experience a pregnancy loss, yet sadly it happens in 1 in 4 pregnancies. Today we break down 8 overarching root-cause reasons that can lead to one or multiple losses. We are highlighting many different situations that can occur within those 8 root causes so this episode feels almost like a masterclass on pregnancy loss. If you are looking for answers beyond what you are getting, or you want to know what to do to prevent a loss along your fertility journey potentially, this episode is for you. This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off. Resources From This Episode: Episode #31: The Power of Progesterone: An Essential Fertility HormoneEpisode #70: PCOS, Mold and Avoiding IVFEpisode #113: Breastfeeding and Trying To ConceiveDr Leah's Free Lab Ranges guideDr. Leah's Pregnancy Loss GuideWomanhood Wellness LabsWomanhood Wellness Membership WaitlistBook: Is Your Body Baby-Friendly?Sperm test: LegacyGolden Genetics - Natalie for Genetic Counseling  Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    1h 11m

  5. JUN 4

    #115: Birth Considerations + Prep for Sexual Trauma Survivors with Beth Warren LCSW

    In this episode, Dr. Morgan interviews perinatal mental health therapist and licensed clinical social worker, Beth Warren on the topic of how past trauma, specifically sexual or reproductive trauma can affect and trigger women when they enter the process of motherhood - from pregnancy through postpartum. She outlines the various obvious and subtle ways this period can cause survivors to relive aspects of their trauma - and what they can do to abate these effects. From understanding the what and why, to developing a true trauma-informed birth team- this is an important topic not often brought to light and I'm honored to be bringing further awareness for how survivors can educate and empower themselves so this experience is the best it can be. This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Active Skin Repair >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER for 20% off your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off. Resources From This Episode: Beth's Website: https://bethanywarrenlcsw.com/Beth's books:Healing From Reproductive Trauma, by Bethany Warren https://amzn.to/4iFkd9LThe Pregnancy and Postpartum Mood Workbook: The Guide to Surviving Your Emotions When Having a Baby https://amzn.to/4cSeHixFollow Beth on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bethanywarrenlcswDownload the Expectful app: https://expectful.com/ Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    55 min

  6. MAY 28

    #114: Truth is Your Medicine with Janne Robinson

    In today's episode, Dr. Leah interviews Janne Robinson, a poet, author, coach, all about truth. She shares her story and how it led her to her truth. She shares why truth is her passion, and why she loves helping people find theirs. This is an intimate and inspiring episode, so let's get going.  This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Lumebox >> Click here and use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER for $260 off. Resources From This Episode: Meet Yourself in Truth - Free Event - Application Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    1h 2m

  7. MAY 21

    #113: Breastfeeding and Trying To Conceive

    Trying to get pregnant again while still breastfeeding is something Dr. Morgan gets asked about SO often - so we decided to dedicate a whole episode to the topic. There's a lot to understand about the way lactational physiology differs from fertile or pregnant physiology - and we must understand the hormonal and metabolic interplay to make meaningful and effective changes that can increase our chances of pregnancy while nursing. We hope this clears up some confusion and helps give a guiding path to how you can grow your family while still nursing others- in a healthful way for you AND baby. This episode is sponsored by: Redmond Salt >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 15% on your order. Needed >> Click here and use code HEALTHYMOTHER to save 20% off your first order. Resources From This Episode: Episode #31: The Power of ProgesteroneEpisode #53: Miscarriage Mystery Decoded with Dr. Aumatma Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    54 min

  8. MAY 14

    #112: Thriving with Hashimoto’s: Gut Healing & Autoimmunity with Alison Marras

    Today on the podcast, Dr. Leah discusses Hashimoto's, autoimmunity, gut healing, and nutrition without super strict restrictive diets with Alison Marras. She shares her incredible story and how healing the nervous system is a key to thriving, whether you simply want to feel better, trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, or rocking the mom life. We love Alison's approach and perspective and we think you will too! So let's get started!  Resources From This Episode:  Connect with Alison: Instagram: [@foodbymars] Website: [foodbymars.com]The Paleo Gut Healing Cookbook: [link]Free 20-min. Meal Prep Guide: [link]Free Nourishing Meal Plan Bot: [link] Stay Connected With Us: Healthy As A Mother: www.healthyasamother.com Instagram: @healthyasamotherpodcast Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com Instagram: @drleahgordon Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com Instagram: @morganmacdermott

    1h 6m
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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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  • Creator
    Dr. Morgan MacDermott & Dr. Leah Gordon
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    119
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Healthy As A Mother
  • Show Website
    Healthy As A Mother

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