Rockstar Doctor Life| Chiropractic Life & Practice

Dr. Sharon Gorman has been a passionate and inspiring Chiropractor for 33 years. She has opened and operated multiple clinics, spoken on stages internationally, served as a board member at Life University, mentored students, co founded the League of Chiropractic women, coached other chiropractors, and raised 4 great children! In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Dr. Sharon offers her experiences running successful practices, working with some of the greats in chiropractic, and what still keeps her continuously engaged in her practices. She discusses her top tips for practice growth, how to keep your office team inspired, the rituals that help her start her day, and why she believes listening to our instincts is one of the keys to living a life of purpose and joy. Connect with Dr. Sharon Gorman here Find Out more about the League of Chiropractic Women Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship program Join Our Community On Facebook Here

Are you making time for your partner and making your relationship a priority? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses a few simple ways you can find more connection with your partner, why it is important for your health as a women and to model positive relationships for your family. Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our community on Facebook here

Dr. Denisa Weber is a coach's wife, mom, mentor, Chiropractor and owner of Serving Life Chiropractic in Dallas, TX. She operates her family practice with an emphasis on prenatal and pediatric chiropractic care. Inspiring and original, Denisa is a sought after speaker, whose purpose and passion is creating freedom and unleashing potential. She is honored to serve and inspire others to be led from withIN in health and life. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Dr. Denisa candidly shares her life as a doctor mom and why she made some radical shifts to change her expectations and transform her practice. Dr. Denisa also discusses why she believes it's important to reach out, find your tribe, and look to others for inspiration. Another great conversation with another Rockstar Doctor Mom! Connect with Dr. Denisa Weber here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our community of Rockstar Doctor Moms on Facebook here

How confident are you in the level of care you provide and the results you can deliver in your practice? Your knowledge and continued willingness to learn will grow your business, improve your clinical success, and fuel your passion for your professional life. Certainty builds confidence, and in this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares 4 mom-friendly ways to grow your certainty in the work that you do, why its so important, and how you can make time in your busy schedule to do so. Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join Our Community on Facebook Here

Dr. Pam Jarboe began her career working as an assistant for a chiropractor in 1986. She traveled into Harlem, NY with her chiropractor, observing adjustments for children who were drug addicted, had AIDS or were abandoned as babies. Inspired by the many changes she witnessed in this practice, especially in children, she decided to attend Life Chiropractic University and graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic in 1995. She practices in Groton, Massachusetts at Community Chiropractic with her husband, Dr Steve Jarboe. They parent two sons, Jackson and Max. Dr. Pam Jarboe also serves the profession as a board member for the Massachusetts Alliance for Chiropractic Philosophy, the League of Chiropractic Women and the Internationals Federation of Chiropractors and Organizations. She travels around the world to speak on chiropractic, uplifting her audience with her warmth and humor. She provides a coaching service, or what she calls practice midwifery, through her company, ChiroBloom. Her passion for chiropractic and her life-long quest for business mastery, coupled with motivational guidance and real world tools, are helping to activate chiropractors nationwide to build the life and practice they love… and reach out to help more people to receive chiropractic care. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Pam honestly reveals her journey with practice life throughout the different phases of her life. With great wisdom she discusses how she overcomes challenges, why taking care of herself is important, and her best tips for succeeding as a mother and Chiropractor. Find out more about Dr. Pam Jarboe's Chiropractic coaching programs here Find Out more about the League of Chiropractic Women here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Are you constantly pushing yourself towards new goals without stopping to celebrate the wins you are achieving? Sometimes we get so focused on achievement we forget to enjoy the rewards of realizing our successes, or we are so blinded by our own determination that we don't stop to truly be present where we are. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses why it's important as moms to set accept the different seasons we experience as women, set realistic goals in light of them, and most importantly develop an attitude of gratitude and learn to celebrate the small wins we see everyday. When you change your thoughts you change your perspective, and that changes your whole life experience. One of the secrets to finding more joy in life is not by constantly seeking more but by being content with where we are and what we have. In this show you'll hear simple tips to shift your mindset into one of positivity and potential, especially if you are finding yourself frazzled and frustrated. Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Dr MaryAnne Shiozawa knew she wanted to be a Chiropractor at a young age of 14, and was inspired by the chiropractic titans of the '80s like Dr Reggie Gold, Dr Jim Sigafoose, Dr Dick Santo, Dr Fred Barge, Dr Larry Webster, Dr Pasquale Cerasoli, Dr Sid Williams, and Dr Patrick Gentempo. After graduating from Life University in 1997 she practised as an exam Doctor in Minnesota prior to opening her own practice in Manhattan in 2000. She married a British man in 2005, and soon after got pregnant with their first child. Early on into her pregnancy, she had a change of heart with her chiropractic career, and to her surprise wanted to close her practice and take time off to focus on family life. She always new she'd get back into her practice as a Chiropractor, because it's who she always knows to be. It'll always be who she is for life, along with being a mother and a wife. Now, after having three children, Dr MaryAnne lives in London with her family and has her own Network Spinal Analysis practice. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, she talks about her experiences with a variety of practice styles, what continues to inspire her today, and how following her purpose but listening to her heart has led her to the lifestyle she currently leads, balancing family and practice life. Dr MaryAnne also shares why she makes self care such a priority, why being around like minded people is crucial to finding more joy, and the 3 questions she recommends people ask themselves often. Another great conversation with a Rockstar Doctor Mom! Connect with Dr. MaryAnne Shiozowa here, listen to her podcast You're Doing Great Mom here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Life as a Doctor Mom means that sometimes even with our best intentions the habits and rituals that set us up for success can temporarily get pushed aside while we focus on the needs of other people in our home or practice. These times can offer amazing insights about which behaviours help us thrive, and which ones might not be serving us anymore. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares her personal experiences with getting "off track', how she gets refocused, and why these moments are often the most helpful to really get to know yourself and the kind of life and practice you truly desire. Listen to the Podcast Episode on Distractions here Listen to the Podcast Episode on Outsourcing & Delegating here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Dr.Pip Penrose loves being a mom to Charlie (4) and Oliver (2) wife to Jason and a Chiropractor in Stratford, Ontario. She especially loves the opportunity that chiropractic offers to be constantly teaching and sharing with people, which extends to taking every chance she can to speak to groups. She has been blessed to work as an Independent Contractor in an office with three other Chiropractors, which allows her to work part-time and find her own balance with family and living a healthy active life. In rare moments of free time, she can be found walking with her dog Jasper, delving into a book or spending time with a friend. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Pip talks about why she choose Chiropractic early on in her studies because she intuitively felt it would allow her to be the kind of mom she envisioned. She also shares the ways getting involved in her community has supported her practice growth, the rituals that help her get focused for the day, and why she believes it's important to ask for help, embrace imperfections and always follow your heart. Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Dr. Justine Blainey-Broker is "that girl" recognized for removing sexual discrimination in sport from the Ontario Human Rights Code before the age of 15. Now Justine is Chiropractor, a wife, and a mother of two, and has used her passion for equality to become a fierce warrior for health and wellness. She is an active community volunteer, working with Excelsiors Lacrosse and Brampton Womens Hockey. Justine is also a popular motivational speaker at schools, York University, local businesses and charities. She believes that everyone deserves a healthcare team that focuses on prevention, optimal health and open communication In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Justine shares her success secrets to running a high volume multidisciplinary wellness centre with a team of 20 people, why her love of Chiropractic is constantly growing, and how she stays inspired. Justine openly shares how suffering an injury gave her the opportunity to make her health a priority, create stronger boundaries for her time, and why learning to ask for help and create a support team is the key to making an impact doing work she loves while being present with her family. Another great conversation with Rockstar Doctor Mom! You can reach Dr. Justine Blainey Broker here Listen to Dr.Justine's interview on Everyday Rockstar Moms (the other podcast with Dr. Melissa Longo) here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo candidly shares how the whole notion of Rockstar Doctor Moms came to be, and the truth behind the name (hint: it's probably not what you think it is). She also discusses why it's so important to shift your perspective and find humour during challenging times, and how celebrating small success can add more joy to your life while keeping you focused on bigger goals. There are only 2 criteria to determine whether you too are a rockstar doctor mom, and in this episode you will hear them - Check it out! Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Dr. Astrid Mueller studied at Western States Chiropractic College and opened her own private practice in Switzerland in 2007. Her practice is located in the same building as her home, allowing her time to mother her three children ages 3-7 years while still change lives within her community and do work she loves. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo Astrid shares what keeps her inspired in Chiropractic, her greatest sources of ongoing support, and how she is able to switch roles from 'doctor' to 'mom' with a few simple rituals. Astrid also discusses how she continues to shape her business life around what's important for her children, and why she believes it's so important for women to define their own success. Connect with Dr. Astrid Mueller here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs here Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Living a life of purpose and passion requires that you follow your own path, forget what others are doing, and get clear on what matters most to you. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses the importance of self awareness and why it's an essential part of your brand, your practice and your personal style. She also shares how your sense of self impacts how you parent, the types of relationships you pursue, and allows you to feel like your best self. Listen to Dr Melissa Longo's interview on The Big Idea Mentor Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs @ [email protected] Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo you'll hear Dr. Nancy Tarlow's love of chiropractic, how she built her dream practice, and lived a balanced lifestyle until she suffered an injury that left her exhausted and in chronic pain. Nancy openly discusses the struggles she faced during this time, and why she ultimately chose to sell her practice and reroute her direction professionally so that she could focus on her health and family. She now works helping people through nutrition to achieve optimal performance. Nancy also shares the joy she has found becoming a mother at 45, the challenges of motherhood, and how it has impacted her professional life. She offers her best parenting resources, the gifts she feels women bring to the Chiropractic profession, and why listening to your heart is always the best route to happiness. To reach Dr.Nancy Tarlow:[email protected] Listen to her Podcast Healthy Alternatives To Vaccinations Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs: [email protected] Join our Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Today's conversation with a Rockstar Doctor Mom is a little different, with a Doctor who has used her experience in practice to transition into a different role impacting people's lives in a powerful way. Dr. Karen Osburn is a retired Chiropractor who walked away from her Practice of 14 years and a Network Marketing Business a year ago to go all in with her online Message and Movement with Women Wanting More. The Women Wanting More Podcast is currently at 825,000 downloads in just 18 months, and Karen's raw and real podcast teaches Women how to have MORE in all areas of their Life. She lives in Victoria, BC, Canada with her super sexy and brilliant husband, Ed, their 2 young crazy boys, Tyson and Kai, 2 dogs, Lola and Karma, and works hard every day to make the world better by being fully who she is and leading women to do the same. During this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo Karen shares how she intuitively connected to her purpose, some of the challenges and fears she faced in the process, and why she believes it's so important for women to show up fully as themselves. She shares some of her personal rituals, why she believes she is a better mom when she has time away from her sons, and how she continues to create the life she wants for her family. Find out more about Karen's programs and connect with her here Listen to her podcast Women Wanting More here Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community, Fierce Club and other Mentorship programs: [email protected] Join the Facebook Group here

Great businesses are built on relationships. Are you connecting with the people in your practice? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses why relationship building is crucial to building a practice, why it's the easiest and most effective marketing strategy for busy moms, and 3 ways to effectively develop stronger relationships with the people in your practice and others in your community. Connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and Mentorship programs [email protected] Join the Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Dr. Ali Miller is a Chiropractor in her 15th year of practice with a strong affinity for women's and children's health and family wellness. Dr. Ali leads a balanced chiropractic lifestyle incorporating exercise, clean eating and meditation. It is her mission to raise the level of health in her community and she thrives on sharing information and inspiring change. Dr. Ali and her husband Adam live in Bolton with their three well-adjusted daughters Riley, Bailey and Zoe. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo Ali talks about how she prioritizes her time, why she loves practice more everyday, the unique perspective she has learned from some of her mentors, and some of her best strategies for growing a family wellness practice. As a mother of 3 active daughters, Ali shares how she continues to create practice that works for her family life and allows her to be flexible with the changing demands of her growing girls, how she makes time for herself, and why she believes women need to give themselves grace and trust themselves more. Another great conversation with a Rockstar Doctor Mom! Connect with Dr. Ali Miller Connect with Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom Community and Mentorship Programs Join our Facebook Group here

Your practice environment communicates your brand, philosophy and values. The surroundings that people encounter when they come to see you will either make them feel welcomed, help them understand your approach and how you can help them, or they can easily detract and disengage people from wanting to return. When it's done right, a great practice environment will support patient education, improve retention, generate new growth, and best reflect the personalities of the people inside. In this week's episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares 7 key features every practice should consider, and is full of practical tips to help you create an environment that suits you. Be sure to grab the free download to help you assess your own practice by joining our Facebook community here To connect with Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom Community, programs and mentorship opportunities click here

Dr. Laura Gravelle is a family based wellness Chiropractor and owner of Gravelle Family Chiropractic and Wellness Centre located in London Ontario. Her passion for life, health and humanity are clearly demonstrated in all she creates. She believes we all have maximal potential within waiting to shine. She speaks widely in her community at the corporate level and at seminars on health, mindset, positive thinking and steps to creating an abundant life! In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Laura talks about her evolution within Chiropractic, the people she has learned from, and the varied practice experiences that have helped her create a practice that now fits her philosophy on health. As a mother of 4 young children, Laura shares her scheduling habits and practical tips for keeping their lives organized, how she engages them in household tasks, and why she makes time to herself in the morning a priority. Great insight from another Rockstar Doctor Mom! To connect with Dr. Laura Gravelle:[email protected] To connect with Dr.Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and Mentorship programs [email protected] Join the Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook Group here

Your time as a doctor mom is one of your biggest commodities. Where can you save yourself some time by delegating tasks to others? Can you outsource some of your responsibilities for your family, personal, and business life? Building a team to support your needs and free yourself from some of the demands on your time is a key strategy to decrease your stress and increase your capacity to use your gifts where they matter the most, and it's easier than you might think. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares the details about her personal and business support team and why she believes it's a vital strategy to nourish ourselves and build greater success as entrepreneurial women. To connect with Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Moms community and coaching programs [email protected] Join the Rockstar Doctor Moms group on Facebook here

Dr. Theresa Warner, host of the Dr. Wellness Mom show is a sought after international speaker, media spokesperson and has been an innovator and leader in the field of chiropractic pediatrics. She coaches and advises chiropractors on obtaining media appearances and achieving greater practice success while balancing & maximizing their home life. Dr. Teri is owner of the Warner Chiropractic Center for Prenatal, Infant and Child Wellness in NJ, USA where she practices with her husband, Dr.Stu and has helped transform the health of thousands of kids. Her greatest love is raising their three beautiful children and watching them grow up in the chiropractic wellness lifestyle. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Theresa talks about how motherhood changed everything! She shares how together with her husband she has created her business life to work around her family life, and how she believes we can all create practices that align with us as women and that evolve with time and different stages of motherhood. Theresa also shares some of her biggest resources for keeping focused, growing a practice, and why she believes we all need to speak up and share our message of health to the masses. To connect with Dr. Teri: [email protected] Find out more about the Drs Warners Chiropractic Parenting Information & Programs here & Check out their new Chiropractic Media Ambassadors Program! To connect with Dr. Melissa Longo and learn more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and mentorship opportunities [email protected] Join the Rockstar Doctor Moms Facebook group here

In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares why it's important to spend time outside everyday, and how this one simple practice can help you gain clarity, recharge, and deal with the overwhelm that can happen at times when life gets a little too hectic. Soothe your soul, get refocused, enjoy nature, connect with yourself by giving yourself a healthy break outdoors. To connect with Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and mentorship opportunities [email protected] Join the free closed Facebook group here

Dr. Anna Saylor has been a Pediatric Chiropractor for almost 20 years and currently runs a private practice at VanEvery Family Chiropractic that specializes in women and children. In this conversation with Dr.Melissa Longo, Anna shares how even with a passion for Chiropractic and love for her practice, her focus changed when her children were born. Anna offers her tips on managing a hectic schedule, how she shifts gears from Dr. Anna to mom, and why asking for help has been one of the most important lesson she has learned. Anna also shares some of the mistakes she made along the way, how the results she sees with her patients continues to keep her excited about chiropractic, and why finding your tribe is important for success. To connect with Dr. Anna Saylor you can reach her at [email protected] To connect with Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and mentorship opportunities [email protected] Be sure to join our closed Facebook group too!

Dr. Danielle Eaton is a chiropractor in St. Louis, Missouri. She's also a certified personal trainer and corrective exercise specialist. Most of all, she's a wife and mom to two little girls who are 5 and 2, and stepmom to a 13 year old step daughter. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Danielle shares her journey in Chiropractic which has included private practice, a sports residency, teaching at Logan University, and even doing it all simultaneously after her first daughter was born! Danielle candidly shares why she gave much of it up to focus on motherhood, privately mentor other women, and run a smaller, simpler practice. With a background in business and marketing, Danielle also offers her best tips for growing a business, effective planning, and some of the rituals she finds are most effective to stay grounded and focused. A great conversation with another Rockstar Doctor Mom! Find out more about Dr. Danielle Eaton and listen to her podcast Aligned Women here Listen to Dr. Melissa Longo's interview on Aligned Women To contact Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and coaching programs, she can be reached @ [email protected]

As moms there are so many demands on our time, and with the different roles we play it's easy for there to be distractions from our attention being exclusively focused on our businesses. On this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses her tips for working with these distractions and how to set yourself up with realistic expectations and successful outcomes. If you missed the podcast episode on Values you can find it here. If you missed the podcast about Sunday Planning you can find it here. To contact Dr. Melissa Longo and learn more about the Rockstar Doctor Community and Coaching Programs: [email protected]

Dr. Haydene Lee is a 1992 CMCC grad and operates her own practice, Bayview North Family Chiropractic since 1993 in Richmond Hill. During this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo Haydene shares her experience in 20 years of practice, what she believes are some of the key habits for growth and success, and how she kept both herself and her marriage strong the entire time. As a mother to two boys aged 18 and 21 Haydene recently became an empty nester. Haydene openly shares her experiences with having her children move on with their own lives, how it affected her personally, and why it ultimately prompted her to seek a new opportunity professionally. In May she joined VitalityMD is a boutique integrative health centre in Midtown and currently practices at both locations. Lots of great ideas in this conversation with another Rockstar Doctor Moms! To reach Dr. Haydene Lee: [email protected] To reach Dr. Melissa Longo and find out more about the Rockstar Doctor Mom community and opportunities to work with her: [email protected]

Dr. Autumn Gore is a wife, mama, Chiropractor, writer, mentor, international speaker and down home girl, and lives her life radically committed to love. She spends her days serving in the Café of Life Dallas with her husband, Tom and their associates, with their primary focus centred around waking people up to their own Innate power to heal, grow and thrive. Autumn believes her purpose is to be the catalyst that ignites people to find the strength and be led by their own inner voice, and is committed to learning, applying and teaching the vitalistic principles of life. During this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Autumn talks about how becoming a Chiropractor helped her find her voice, why she believes that practice development starts with personal development, and why it's so important for women to define their success by tuning into their instincts and accept themselves fully. Like many women, Autumn shares how some of her toughest struggles have helped her gain more clarity about what she truly wants, and opens up about how both her sense of self and her practice have evolved with each of her three children. An inspiring and insightful conversation with another Rockstar Doctor Mom!

Life as a mom, doctor, and business owner will present us with challenges or 'detours' rather consistently. How do you handle a change in routine, an unforeseen twist in your plans? Will you get rerouted and find a different way to continue on? Or do you get completely derailed because the presenting challenge is too much for you? Avoiding challenges is impossible, but we can always turn tricky situations into some of our greatest opportunities. Life's detours are inevitable, it's how we continue on that allows us to triumph. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses surefire ways to get yourself back on track if life's unexpected moments threaten to throw you off course, how to stay focused on what your business and family needs, and the best resources to support you.

Dr. Carolyn Griffin is a 1995 graduate of Los Angeles College of Chiropractic and is in full-time practice in Santa Clarita, California. Caring for patients and beyond, Dr. Griffin has a strong presence in her community, sharing knowledge and health guidance with more than just her practice. She founded her signature event, ReVivify, where women discover how to balance work and family while prioritizing their own health, well-being and happiness. As a fitness competitor, wife, and mother of two school-aged children, Dr. Griffin knows what it means when it comes to a busy schedule and active life. Even with a full calendar that include all of her personal and professional commitments, Dr. Griffin still finds time to give back to her community and to the Chiropractic profession. In this interview with Dr. Melissa Longo, Carolyn talks about what keeps her passionate about Chiropractic, how she continues to grow her practice, and how following her instincts has led her to create an amazing lifestyle that fulfills her as a business owner and mom. Carolyn also openly shares what prompted her to make some dramatic changes in her life, and why she believes taking care of ourselves as women is crucial to success in all areas of our lives.

Too often we limit our potential for changing a habit because we tell ourselves we can't do it. You can flip the switch to change anything in your life, you always have the power to bust through the stories you are telling yourself by changing your perspective and focusing deeply on your motivation. In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares her personal experience with making change and two ways you can stop sabotaging yourself from moving towards what you want in life.

Dr. Angela Barrow received her Doctorate of Chiropractic from New York Chiropractic College in March of 2000. She spent the first year and a half of her career doing locums throughout Ontario. In succession with that, she began her own practice in Milton, working side by side with her biggest mentor, her father, Dr. James Barrow. In 2007, she and her husband had a son and started their family. After 10 years of practice, Dr. Angela realized she was missing out on some of the moments she craved as a mother, and decided to dedicate more of her time to raising their son in his formative years. She has since sold her practice in Milton and runs a home-based practice in Belwood, Ontario. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo, Angela shares the difficulty in that decision, but how it has profoundly affected her relationships and her quality of life in such a positive way, and ultimately been better than she could have ever expected. Angela is a strong advocate for women and students in chiropractic, co-leading monthly webinars in Canada and the US to share her support and clinical wisdom, much of which she offers in this conversation. Listen to her tips on how to recharge, face your fears, find great mentorship and create your own definition of excellence as a doctor mom. You can connect with Dr. Angela Barrow here

Are you clear on your personal values and the values you have for your business? Are you living in a way that is congruent with your values or are you contradicting them? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses the importance of having clarity on your values to give you more peace, joy, and to help you live purposely and aligned with what you believe are your greatest priorities in life and business.

Dr. Sabrina Bercovitch is a mother of 3 beautiful, healthy, vibrant children and a passionate Family Chiropractor. She sees lots of expectant Moms, children of all ages and families in the practice she owns and runs with her husband, Dr. Jason Bercovitch. She transforms lives every day with the LiveWell For Life program, a lifestyle program which teaches and guides people to Eat Well, Move Well, Think Well, Sleep Well and Be Connected Well through optimization of the Brain-Body Connection For Life. In this conversation with Dr. Melissa Longo Sabrina shares her best tips for living life with purpose, passion and creating a business life that aligns with your family life. She openly shares her challenges with life in practice, why she almost left the profession she loves, and what has helped her persevere during times of challenge. As a Doctor mom, Sabrina also discusses how she measures her success in practice, continues to take care of herself, and keeps life with 3 active children running smoothly. Dr. Sabrina was also a featured guest on the sister podcast Everyday Rockstar Moms and you can hear more from her in this amazing interview.

What are the real needs of your children at their current ages and stages of development, and does your business life accommodate them? Does something in your schedule or mindset need to be adjusted so that you can support your children the way they need, while still feeling good about your career? Are you pushing yourself to provide things for your children that might not be truly important or congruent with your values? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo discusses the importance of regularly assessing your family life, and shares action steps to make small changes to create more joy and help balance our lives as mothers and business owners.

Dr. Stephanie Estima is a big-hearted, energetic, and compassionate healer dedicated to changing lives through chiropractic for the past 13 years. She is the owner and clinic director of The Health Loft, a brain based chiropractic and wellness clinic in downtown Toronto, and loves educating and caring for families. Stephanie is also the mother of two incredible children, and believes that becoming a parent, and the process of parenting every day has taught her more about love, respect, forgiveness, patience, curiosity, and human potential than she could have imagined before having children. In this interview with Dr. Melissa Longo, Stephanie offers her passion for chiropractic, what keeps her inspired, and her tips for building a great team of people around her. Stephanie also openly shares how tragedy (most Doctors worst nightmare) became her greatest opportunity because it helped her realize she needed to make some serious changes in her life. Like all of us, Stephanie is a busy mom and offers her best tips, rituals, and resources for making her family life and business life align with her values and dreams as an entrepreneur. You don't want to miss this interview with another Rockstar Doctor Mom!

Are you maximizing the support of people within you practice to boost your marketing and educational efforts? People love to hear stories, especially ones they can relate to. Are you effectively using them to build a community within your practice and attract new growth? In this episode with Dr. Melissa Longo you'll learn 5 easy, fun, practical ways to incorporate success stories from patients into your practice to generate discussion, create awareness about the many benefits of your services, and keep your passion alive as a Doctor.

How are you setting up your week for success? On this episode with Dr. Melissa Longo we discuss a simple strategy to help you prioritize your time, understand when you might be distracted, teach your children a few basic planning skills, and increase communication within your family. A simple tip to help you rock your family and business life!

Dr. Dodie Elkins has established a family practice in Seeley's Bay, Ontario since 2001 where she helps people regain their health and live their most ideal life both in her office and when coaching with Full Circle Coaching and Consulting. Playing many roles, Dodie is happily married, mother of 2 children, an athlete, friend, and outdoor enthusiast. In this interview with Dr. Melissa Longo, Dodie shares her lifelong passion for Chiropractic (Literally! She was in the seventh grade when she knew she wanted to be a Chiropractor!) and how she is always learning to be a better Doctor. Dodie discusses her journey in practice, her days as an associate, owning multiple clinics, and the pivotal moment that forced her to slow down, reevaluate her priorities, and make a dramatic shift in her lifestyle. Candidly sharing her experience as a mom, entrepreneur, and woman, Dodie offers her tips for practice success, and how she has now created a beautiful balance in her life through the lessons she has learned. You don't want to miss this interview with another Rockstar Doctor Mom!

What do you want 2017 to look like for your business and your family? What are the most important things for you to achieve and learn, and how do you want to feel? More importantly, how are you going to make some changes? Listen to this episode with Dr. Melissa Longo to hear her top strategy for setting intention and directing all goals for the 12 months ahead.

Are you feeling like you're doing it ALL? That things are not balanced within your family unit, you're doing more of the work, and you're a little tired of it? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares her strategy for powerfully shifting your mindset so that you can see your role within your family a little differently. A slight adjustment in your perspective just might change everything! Celebrate your strength as a woman, shine with your feminine gifts, and lead your family.

Are you feeling like you're doing it ALL? That things are not balanced within your family unit, you're doing more of the work, and you're a little tired of it? In this episode Dr. Melissa Longo shares her strategy for powerfully shifting your mindset so that you can see your role within your family a little differently. A slight adjustment in your perspective just might change everything! Celebrate your strength as a woman, shine with your feminine gifts, and lead your family.

Dr. Amy Robinson is a mom, wife and chiropractor with a passion for taking care of families. Two years ago, she sold her practice in Ontario to move home to Nova Scotia with her husband and 2 pre-teen children to start all over in a place where her heart has always been. In this interview with Dr Melissa Longo, Amy shares her love of chiropractic and her love of being present in the lives of her two children. Dr. Amy candidly shares the times she has felt overwhelmed managing both her family life and her practice, times she has been too hard on herself, and how she has learned to measure her success in practice differently with time and experience. Dr Amy also discusses how she has simplified her life, the rituals she can't live without, some of her key influencers, and why she believes self care and personal growth are the keys to growing a great practice. Be sure to Join Our Rockstar Doctor Mom Tribe on Facebook, subscribe to the podcast, and share with other amazing moms in Chiropractic!

The holiday season is a time of celebration, joy and so much fun! But for many moms it's also a time of added stress with more cooking, baking, gift wrapping, concerts, shopping, and entertaining to do - while still parenting, working, trying to make time to take care of themselves, and running their business! This isn't good for our physical or emotional wellbeing. It can be different though! With a few small lifestyle adjustments and fresh perspective you can indulge during the holiday season, feel great, and present with the people who matter most to you. On this episode with Dr. Melissa Longo we discuss the importance of setting your holiday intention, exercise and food hacks, and some ideas for gift giving that make a world of difference to both the giver and receiver.

Where in your life are you playing it a little too safe and comfortable? Are you grabbing the 'low-hanging fruit' or reaching for what's hanging higher above? Sharing a personal experience with her son, Dr. Melissa Longo discusses how playing it safe can leave you missing out on some of your best achievements, successes, and joy, and offers a simple way you can kindly give yourself a little confidence boost to take a step and push yourself - whether this applies to your physical health, your business, or your relationships.

What kind of practice do you really want? Are you clear on the size, quality, type of care and outcomes you want to create for both your patients and your family? You really do get to decide, but too often we don't stop and consider this during the different stages of our practice life, and end up stuck without the practice or family life we truly dream of having. Whether you are new in practice or a seasoned pro, during this episode with Dr. Melissa Longo we discuss how to get clear on your own definition of success, why it's important, and quick tips how you can define what a successful practice looks like for you.

What is this new podcast for moms in practice all about? What topics will be covered? Who is Dr. Melissa Longo and what's her story? It's all here in this initial episode with Dr. Melissa Longo. You'll hear the personal story behind why this show was created, why it's important to moms juggling business and family life, and how you can benefit the most from the content that is shared.