"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent

Join us to get many useful tips and wisdom from Stacy Toth, from the Paleo Parents. In this interview, you'll learn concrete ways to help transition your family to a real food based diet, how to eat real food while on the road, how to prioritize self-care even for moms and a few tips for breastfeeding moms. Please share your own tips and comments below, we'd love to hear from you! [3:48] Transitioning the family to a real food based diet [24:18] Eating real food on the road [29:26] The importance of self-care for moms [33:43] Tips for breastfeeding moms Stacy’s bio Husband and wife, Stacy Toth and Matthew McCarry blog together at the popular website, PaleoParents.com. They co-host and produce the top rated syndicated podcast, The Paleo View as well as authored bestselling cookbooks, Eat Like a Dinosaur, a recipe & guidebook for gluten-free kids, Beyond Bacon, Paleo Recipes that Respect the Whole Hog, and Real Life Paleo,Recipes, Meals, and Practical Tips That Follow an Easy Three-Phased Approach to Health as well as two eBooks: 3 Phase Paleo: Transition Your Family in Three Easy Steps and Paleo to Go: Meals & Snacks for Work, School and Travel! They and their award-winning recipes have been featured in several national publications, television, radio shows, podcasts and many sites online. In addition to writing on topics related to paleo parenting, Stacy & Matt are well-known for their candor and openness in addressing topics related to having changed their whole family’s health with a paleo lifestyle. This includes living without a gallbladder, depression, the auto-immune protocol, still being the fattest people in paleo after losing 200lbs, becoming a strong athlete after a lifetime of obesity, and everything in between. Stacy is also a competitive Strong Woman. Click here to listen or find the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. SHOWNOTES: Blog: Paleo Parents Podcast: The Paleo View Books: Eat Like a Dinosaur, a recipe & guidebook for gluten-free kids Beyond Bacon, Paleo Recipes that Respect the Whole Hog Real Life Paleo,Recipes, Meals, and Practical Tips That Follow an Easy Three-Phased Approach to Health eBooks: 3 Phase Paleo: Transition Your Family in Three Easy Steps Paleo to Go: Meals & Snacks for Work, School and Travel Online paleo shop: One Stop Paleo disclaimerPlease remember that the views on this podcast and website are not meant to be substituted for medical advice, shouldn’t be used to diagnose, treat or cure any conditions, and are intended for general information purposes only.

Join us as we talk to Dr. Alessandra Wall, a licensed clinical psychologist, who specializes in helping new parents not only survive, but THRIVE! If you’re feeling overbooked, underwhelmed, and out of focus you’ll enjoy Dr. Wall’s suggestions on how to create a more balanced, fulfilling life for you and your family. Many people want balance, health and a sense of control over their lives, but aren’t sure where to start or what they should be focusing their efforts and time on. Busy business owners and entrepreneurs who are struggling to juggle personal, familial and professional roles, and parents who are trying to define their needs while taking care of their families will gain a ton of insight and wisdom from this episode! Alessandra’s Bio: Alessandra Wall, Ph.D. is the Owner of Life in Focus Coaching. She is a wife, mother, Life coach, psychologist, CrossFit Coach and the Board Chair of Empower Charter School. Dr. Wall believes that life should be about thriving, not just getting by. She practices out of San Diego, Calif., and coaches working professionals and parents to find what is right for them and build the life they want to live. For more, visit http://www.lifeinfocussd.com. Stephanie’s Updates [1:06] Aglaée’s Updates [6:05] Dr. Alessandra’s Biography [7:42] What it means to THRIVE as a new parent versus survive. [9:05] Why is parenting so tricky? [11:54] Dr. Wall’s thoughts on attachment parenting. [16:26] Ways to make the transition to parenthood more smooth. [19:19] Ways to build a community if you don’t have family around. [23:13] Why have we become so out of touch with our needs. [29:15] How to figure out what you need. The practice of doing “nothing.” [35:20] What do you do if you don’t know what your needs are? [39:30] What can we do to not feel guilty about taking time for ourself. [45:32] How does Dr. Alessandra Wall create balance in her life. [50:42] Actionable steps moms can take to create balance and live their ideal life. [54:40] Click here to listen or find the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. SHOWNOTES: Life in Focus SD Dr. Wall’s Focus Map Dr. Wall’s Facebook and Twitter Dr. Wall’s podcast Article about attachment parenting: So What Happens When That Attached, High Needs, Fussy Baby Grows Up?!

Join us as we discuss our favorite superfoods for all of you supermoms! These foods are nutritional rockstars for nearly everyone, but especially for those wanting to become pregnant, are pregnant, or are nourishing their body with real food to help heal postpartum. We're sure you can probably guess one or two of these superfoods, but we've added some that you will definitely not find in the standard pregnancy nutrition books! Hopefully at least some of these foods will soon become new, delicious additions to your current diet! Listen in to hear our 7 superfood suggestions, recipe ideas, and ways we personally enjoy them in our diet! Then, let us know how you enjoy them through the comments section on our website! Find us at RealFoodMamasPodcast.com SHOWNOTES: Furniture-Free Living blog post from Aglaée Bone broth recipe Dirty 12 list from the EWG Chris Kresser: The little known (but crucial) difference between folate and folic acid 5 reasons why concerns about mercury in fish are misguided Why you should eat more (not less) cholesterol (choline) Books: Deep Nutrition by Dr Cate Shanahan Cholesterol Clarity by Jimmy Moore Seafood Watch

Join the Real Food Mamas on our second Q&A episode where we answer your questions about thyroid health in the postpartum period, food sensitivities in kids, and real food snack ideas. [0:52] Steph’s Updates [2:58] Aglaée’s Updates [5:38] Question #1: Can you discuss hormonal imbalances and Hashimoto’s that manifests postpartum and what to do about it? [20:02] Question #2: What do you do when your child becomes allergic to foods she used to enjoy? What can cause extreme highs/lows in my child’s behavior? [32:48] Question #3: What are healthy snack ideas that pack a lot of calories for nursing mamas following a real food diet? SHOWNOTES: Postpartum thyroiditis information: 2011 Guidelines of the American Thyroid Association for the Diagnosis and Management of Thyroid Disease During Pregnancy and Postpartum Grass-fed gelatin Great Lakes Gelatin green one = to dissolve in hot or cold liquids (smoothies) orange one = to make gummies Vital Protein Gelatin Homemade bone broth recipe Soil-based probiotics: Prescript-Assist Aglaée's favorite muffins try the chocolate, coconut & raspberry version! Primal Pacs Protein powder Fat bomb recipe you can also try the blueberry version!

Join Stephanie and Aglaée as they answer your questions this week with their first Q&A episode! We are happy to answer you questions about: 1. Favorite brands of tea, sardines, and ways to prepare liver 2. Tips for managing processed food cravings and the first trimester and macronutrient ranges in pregnancy 3. Group B-strep and natural prevention strategies Stay tuned for lots more question/answer sessions in the episodes to come! [1:21] Steph’s Updates [7:44] Aglaée’s Updates [9:05] First Question: What are some ways to prepare liver? What are good types/brands of tea? What are your favorite brands of sardines? [19:03] Second Question: How do you avoid processed foods during pregnancy? Any tips for managing the first trimester? How should your balance of carbs, fat, and protein look like during pregnancy especially if you follow the paleo diet? [28:39] Third Question What are your thoughts/recommendations on Group B Strep? Besides a probiotic, is there anything else we can do diet-wise to treat and/or prevent it? Is there a specific strain of probiotic that might be more effective than others? Mother's Milk Tea Aglaée's favorite sardines! Online Fearless Fermentation Classes (make your own sauerkraut, kombucha, etc) Book: Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering by Dr. Sarah Buckley Sarah Buckley's Gentle Natural Birth Online Program Temperament worksheet Rock Your Plate meal planning template

Join us on episode 7 where we interview Chris Kresser, a functional medicine practitioner. We discuss a fascinating theory about why preconception/prenatal health is so important, the best superfoods, supplements, and nutrients before and during pregnancy, the benefits of baby-led weaning versus pureed foods, the controversy regarding introducing allergenic foods early to avoid allergies later in life, and why self-care is so important for moms! [0:00] Introduction of today’s guest, Chris Kresser [1:00] Steph’s Updates [3:24] Aglaée’s updates [7:15] Chris Kresser’s Bio [9:08] Developmental Origins Theory - Why nutrition is important before and during your pregnancy [11:37] The most important foods/supplements to eat/take during pregnancy [19:48] Risks/benefits of fish during pregnancy [21:33] Starting solids: baby-led weaning vs. purees [24:50] Chris’ thoughts on introducing allergenic foods to avoid allergies later in life [26:33] Self-care tips for new moms [28:10] Recommendations for child spacing [30:00] Info on Chris’ Healthy Baby Code program [33:25] Steph + Aglaée: How to make liver palatable (recipes, tips/tricks) [38:33] Steph + Aglaée: Our thoughts on child spacing [41:09] Steph + Aglaée: Our thoughts on supplementation (favorite products) SHOWNOTES: The Health Baby Code Program by Chris Kresser Stephanie's favorite supplements: Prenatal: Pure Encapsulation's Nutrient 950 with Vitamin K Probiotic: Ther-biotic Complete (for mom) and Ther-biotic Infant Powder (for baby) Fish Oil: Nordic Naturals ProOmega Magnesium: Thorne Magnesium Citrate Vitamin D: Thorne Vitamin D3 Vitamin B Complex: Thorne Vitamin B Complex #6 Red Raspberry Tincture: Seroyal/Genestra Raspberry Combination #1 Aglaée's favorite supplements: Thorne Research Basic Prenatal (with folate) CanPrev Vitamin D3 & K2 (in coconut oil) Nutrasea fish oil Nettle tea & red raspberry leaf tea Probiotics: Genestra HMF Super Powder Probiotics: Prescript Assist NFH Magnesium SAP Fermented cod liver oil My favorite sardines! Liver pâté recipe in my book Digestive Health with REAL Food

Join us on episode 6 as we talk openly with Gail Root, a pre and perinatal psychology and health expert, about what many moms really experience after childbirth. From the baby blues to postpartum psychosis, Gail helps us all understand what postpartum mood and anxiety disorders are, signs/symptoms to look out for, how friends/families can best help new moms, why these conditions are so under-diagnosed and under-treated, treatment options (including those suitable for breastfeeding women), and a ton of valuable resources! Please listen and share this episode with as many people as you can. You can help us increase the awareness of this issue and make sure moms get the support they deserve. SHOWNOTES: Trailer: The Dark Side of the Moon(documentary about postpartum depression) Postpartum Support International (PSI) Get help: PSI Warmline In Canada: Pacific Postpartum Support Society The pamphlet Breaking the Silence: Understanding Postpartum Depression available here from Noodle Soup Most medications for PPD are compatible with breastfeeding. Find info and help here: La Leche League International Dr. Thomas Hale, Breastfeeding and Mother's Milk. Infant Risk Center

What are the first few months postpartum REALLY like? Steph and Aglaée get vulnerable and discuss their personal struggles, crazy thoughts, rollercoaster ride of emotions, and strategies for surviving the newborn phase and first few months. If you're a new mom, you'll resonate with the stories on this episode. If you're an expecting mom, you'll get a sense of what to expect. Join us as we share our eye-opening, humbling, real-life experiences. [0:00] Recap on last episode and need for more information about postpartum depression and anxiety disorders on this podcast. [1:32] Announce next show's expert, Gail Root, a pre & perinatal psychology and health expert. [1:58] Fact of the day - Postpartum support in other countries. [4:03] Aglaée's updates [7:45] Steph's updates [11:36] Listener feedback - breastfeeding struggles and support [14:45] Aglaée's postpartum story [34:48] Steph's postpartum story SHOWNOTES: Trailer: The Dark Side of the Moon(documentary about postpartum depression) La Leche League International Website Good read of the week: What every sleep-deprived mother really needs to know "Mommy, somebody needs you" The New Mom Misery Product recommendations: Stephanie's Ergo baby carrier Aglaée's Chimparoo woven wrap Aglaée's favorite sardines: Raincoast Trading Sardines 90 Minute Sleep Solution Book Gas and reflux: Colic Calm drops and Gripe Water And finally, here's a nice poem for you to enjoy "The most difficult part of birth is the first year afterwards. It is the year of travail - when the soul of a woman must birth the mother inside her. The emotional labour pains of becoming a mother are far greater than the physical pangs of birth; these are the growing surges of your heart as it pushes out selfishness and fear and makes room for sacrifice and love. It is a private and silent birth of the soul, but it is no less holy than the event of childbirth, perhaps it is even more sacred."- Joy Kusek

Postpartum depression is an issue that isn’t often talked about because, let’s face it, it’s not glamorous. There is so much pressure and expectation to look like you have it all together as a new mom, especially with the popularity of social media. In this episode, Steph and Aglaée tackle the myths and facts about postpartum depression, discuss their own experiences about surviving the first month, give tons of tips for dealing with postpartum depression and the postnatal period, and provide support for new moms who may be dealing with postpartum depression or those having trouble coping with the demands of being a new mom. [1:00] - A listener’s successful hospital birth story [8:00] - Postpartum depression facts and myths [11:00] - Postpartum depression risk factors [14:00] - Updates (6 month breastfeeding celebration, first foods) [20:00] - Steph’s postpartum and first month story [29:00] - Aglaée’s postpartum and first month story [38:00] - Steph’s tips for the first month [48:00] - Aglaée’s tips for the first month

Have you ever been interested in having a homebirth? Are you curious about how homebirths or waterbirths work? In this episode, Steph opens up and shares her story. You'll learn about her experience with becoming and being pregnant, her decision to have a homebirth, the process she had working with midwives, the importance of social support during pregnancy, delivery, and after birth, her entire birth story, and lots more! You'll hear her talk about just how hard it was and her strategies for getting through the pain. This epsiode provides listeners with an opportunity to get to know Steph as she opens up about her personal experiences and shares natural pregnancy/homebirth inspiration. Read more about her story and see pictures: http://realfoodmamaspodcast.com/2015/02/28/episode-002-stephanies-waterbirth-story/

In this first episode of Real Food Mamas podcast, Stephanie and Aglaée introduce themselves and share their own struggles with fertility. They discuss what the show will and will not be about, how the show will flow, future topics, and experts they will be interviewing. It's a must listen! More info: http://realfoodmamaspodcast.com/

Have you ever been interested in having a homebirth? Are you curious about how homebirths work? In this episode, Aglaée opens up and shares her story. You'll learn about her experience with becoming and being pregnant, her decision to have a homebirth, the process she had working with midwives, the importance of social support during pregnancy, delivery, and after birth, her entire birth story, and lots more! You'll hear her talk about just how hard it was and her strategies for dealing with health practitioners who don't share your values. This epsiode provides listeners with an opportunity to get to know Aglaée as she opens up about her personal experiences and shares natural pregnancy/homebirth inspiration. Read more about her homebirth: http://realfoodmamaspodcast.com/2015/02/28/episode-003-aglaees-homebirth-story/