Best Aviva Romm Podcasts (2025)

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Reclaiming Postpartum: A New (Old) Model of Mama + Baby Care 1:00:10

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What if the way we care for new mothers is all wrong? Not just lacking. Not just outdated. But built on a model that misses the heart and soul of what postpartum truly is — and what it could be. When I was a home birth midwife, postpartum care was the care. I'd visit mamas and babies at home five or six times in the first few weeks. We’d talk about…

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107: My Journey Through Burnout, Biohacking Myths, and Dopamine Recovery 41:18

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In this deeply personal solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what’s really been going on in my body, brain, and energy over the past few years. I share the unfiltered truth about my experience with chronic exhaustion, the surprising results from advanced hormone and neurotransmitter testing, and why popular biohacking advice actually made …

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[Replay] The Hidden Motherhood Struggle with Catherine Birndorf and Paige Bellenbaum 1:07:13

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In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation. It’s not just you. You're n…

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Normalize It: From Miscarriage to Midlife—Owning Our Stories Without Shame with Jessica Zucker 1:02:31

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There are the stories we tell out loud, and then there are the ones we keep tucked away—the ones that ache the most, because we’ve carried them in silence. On this episode of On Health, we’re breaking the silence—and the stigma—around some of the most vulnerable, hidden experiences women carry: miscarriage, illness, identity loss, perfectionism, ag…

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Breastfeeding Challenges, Tongue Tie, & Trusting Your Instincts 1:14:23

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What if you already have what it takes to breastfeed your baby—and just need the right support to unlock it? This question is at the heart of my conversation with Lisa Paladino, Certified Nurse Midwife, IBCLC, and a fierce advocate for women and babies. Lisa has decades of experience helping families navigate the powerful, joyous, and sometimes con…

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Have You Been Medically Hexed? The Power of Words to Heal and to Harm 45:29

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Have you ever left a doctor’s appointment feeling more defeated than when you arrived? Perhaps a diagnosis felt like a life sentence, or a well-meaning comment planted a seed of fear that lingered for months. This isn’t just bad bedside manner; it’s a phenomenon I call “medical hexing.” It’s the subtle, and sometimes not-so-subtle, way that languag…

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Holding On and Letting Go: Modern Friendship in Women’s Lives with Anna Goldfarb 1:22:29

3M ago1:22:29

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What if friendships were just as vital to our health as sleep, nutrition, and exercise? Research suggests they might be. But in our fast-paced, modern world, nurturing deep and lasting friendships can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I sit down with journalist and author Anna Goldfarb to explore the evolving landscape of friendship—why it can be…

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Moving Beyond Self-Doubt and Imposter Syndrome to Find Happiness with Emma Seppälä 1:13:15

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Have you ever felt torn between dreaming big and staying realistic? Between trusting your instincts and wondering if fear is holding you back? In today’s conversation, we’re diving deep into what it truly means to reclaim your personal sovereignty—the ability to stand fully in your own power, free from self-doubt, external expectations, and the wei…

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106: Break Free From The All-Or-Nothing Mentality 22:35

4M ago22:35

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In this episode of Well to the Core, we’re diving into a mindset that holds so many of us back: the all-or-nothing mentality. Whether it’s fitness, nutrition, or wellness goals, many women feel they have to do things perfectly or not at all—but this way of thinking only leads to guilt, shame, and burnout. Join me as we explore how to embrace progre…

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Why You Can’t Spoil Your Baby: The Science of Nurture and The Truth About Sleep Training with Greer Kirshenbaum 1:17:27

4M ago1:17:27

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“You’re holding your baby too much.” “Just let them cry it out.” “You’ll spoil them if you respond every time they cry.” If you’ve ever heard these words—or wondered yourself whether nurturing your baby too much could backfire—you’re not alone. But the science is clear: responding to and connecting with our babies doesn’t spoil them; it builds thei…

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Ancestral Wisdom: Food, Herbs, and Healing Across Women’s Lifecycles with Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz 1:13:09

4M ago1:13:09

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In this episode Felicia Cocotzin Ruiz, known as the Kitchen Curandera, and I explore the profound role of ancestral wisdom in women’s health. Felicia shares her journey of carrying forward her great-grandmother’s curanderismo practices and how food, plants, and rituals can transform the way we heal and care for ourselves across life’s stages. From …

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Pelvic Space Birth Chat with Brittany from Blossoming Bellies 45:10

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Thank you so much for joining us today, Brittany! Brittany Sharpe McCollum, CCE(BWI), CPLD, CLC is a childbirth educator, doula and pelvic space guru (perinatal pelvic biomechanics educator) and she has been doing this amazing work for over 17 years! To learn more about the services that Brittany offers, visit Blossoming Bellies Wholistic Birth Ser…

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105: Behind the Curtain of Lindywell - From Scrappy Beginnings to 10 Years Strong 44:05

4M ago44:05

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In this episode, Robin Long reflects on the past 10 years of leading and growing the Lindywell community. From big successes, to challenging stumbles, she shares the journey from starting an in-person Pilates business to a global online wellness platform that has served and supported more than 100,000 women over the past decade. Listen in to: Be en…

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Birth Stories with Student Midwife & Assistant, Sarah Till 24:20

4M ago24:20

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Thank you again, Sarah, for sharing your birth stories! Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested in learning how to assist a midwife, please check out Birth Academy's Birth Assistant Training Program at https://www.birth-academy.…

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Pelvic Floor Secrets Every Woman Should Know From Pregnancy to Menopause with Sara Reardon, The Vagina Whisperer 1:14:44

5M ago1:14:44

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Imagine living with the constant fear of leaking when you sneeze, jump, or can’t find a bathroom in time. Now add in the struggles of constipation, painful sex, or uterine, bladder, or rectal prolapse. These aren’t just occasional annoyances—they’re signs of pelvic floor dysfunction, which affects millions of women every year. This episode of On He…

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Understanding Your Options Surrounding Bloodwork, Ultrasounds and other Diagnostics 50:41

5M ago50:41

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Always discuss your options with your midwife, but this episode will help you to understand a little more about diagnostics and what to choose. Evidence Based Birth is a wonderful resource for many things birth... www.evidencebasedbirth.com Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you …

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When Good Things Happen, Why Do We Brace for the Bad? 36:07

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I used to believe that for every good thing that happened to me, something bad had to happen as well to even it out, like a universal balancing system. Every time something good was going to happen, I always thought to myself, “What will the payback be?” In my years of experience working with and talking to women, I have learned that lots of women …

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Being a Supportive Partner: What to Do and What Not to Do 30:12

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Big thanks to Sarah Till for joining me today to discuss the importance of being a supportive partner! Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested in learning how to assist a midwife, please check out Birth Academy's Birth Assistant…

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The Importance of Pelvic Floor Health with Dr Jennifer Perna 28:43

5M ago28:43

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A big thank you to Dr Jenn from Vivid Women's Health! If you are local, please reach out to Vivid and schedule an appointment! If not, please reach out to a pelvic floor PT near you. Since recording this episode, Dr Jenn has decided to share space in Erin's office in Doylstown, PA! Vivid Women's Health will be with Beautiful Beginnings Homebirth, L…

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The Importance of Postpartum Care and Support 19:14

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Postpartum care is such an integral part of homebirth midwifery. Be sure to plan for your postpartum just as you have your birth! Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested in learning how to assist a midwife, please check out Birt…

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Precipitous Homebirth Stories with Jessica H 34:54

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Thank you to Jessica H for sharing your birth stories with us! It has been a pleasure caring for you as a client and just lovely to have you on the show! Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested in learning how to assist a midwif…

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Are We Chasing the Wrong Kind of Success? The High Cost of Toxic Achievement Culture with Jennifer Wallace 1:04:20

6M ago1:04:20

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Why does it feel like no matter how much we do, it’s never enough—Including—and especially—in our mothering? It’s no wonder we feel this way! Societal changes have created a culture that ties worth to performance, often at the expense of our health and happiness, while macroeconomic trends that have shifted the way we think about work, education, a…

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Induction of Labor: What to Expect, When is an Induction Truly Necessary and What Does this Look Like at Home? 46:07

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Today's episode is all about induction of labor! Check out the Evidence Based Birth article on Inducing based on dates... https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-on-inducing-labor-for-going-past-your-due-date/ Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth …

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Interview with Childbirth Educator/Doula Silver Pyanov 48:50

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In today's episode, we chat with Silver (Maria) Pyanov about her experience as a childbirth educator and doula. Silver helped bring the Birth Academy courses to life with her experience writing childbirth education courses and articles. Silver has 7 children and has been doing this work since 2007. Silver is offering a 3-day doula workshop in Janua…

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Becoming a Cycle Breaker: Healing Intergenerational Trauma with Compassion and Resilience (Replay) 57:41

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Intergenerational trauma refers to the transmission of unresolved trauma and its psychological, emotional, or even physical effects from one generation to another. This phenomenon can manifest in various ways, impacting individuals' mental health, coping mechanisms, and relational patterns. The cycle of intergenerational trauma underscores the impo…

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Birth Complications and Emergencies: How are these Managed at Home? 37:38

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Today's episode discusses some intense topics about birth complications and emergencies, and how they're managed at home by midwives. Every provider practices differently and has different regulations based on licensure, state regulations, etc. Discuss these issues with your midwife to learn how they manage complications and emergencies. Thank you …

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Delayed Cord Clamping and Homebirth 25:12

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Today's episode is all about delayed cord clamping! Erin talks about your rights and options surrounding delayed cord clamping and what to expect at home. Always discuss these topics with your midwife. For some wonderful information, check out Evidence Based Birth's podcast episode on PPD, pitocin, delayed cord clamping and placenta encapsulation..…

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Do You Have a Hostile Uterus? The Hidden Harms of Medical Language on Women’s Health 1:04:02

7M ago1:04:02

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Imagine being told you had a “hostile uterus” and sent home, only to discover later you were on the brink of a life-threatening pregnancy complication. This isn’t fiction. Terms like “hostile uterus” and “irritable uterus” are still in use, and they’re dangerous. In conventional medicine, language like this often subtly blames women’s bodies for me…

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A Twin Home Waterbirth: Interview with Carley 55:46

7M ago55:46

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Today we chat with Carley and learn about her amazing twin homebirth! Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested in learning how to assist a midwife, please check out Birth Academy's Birth Assistant Training Program at https://www.…

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The Midwife Interview: What Questions Should You Ask? 30:35

7M ago30:35

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What questions should you ask when interviewing a homebirth midwife? I hope this episode helps you find the right midwife for your homebirth! *one question I missed..."How many births do you take on each month?" This can be helpful and is a question I get asked often. 4-5 births a month is the amount that most homebirth midwives feel comfortable wi…

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Loving Better Every Day with Dr. Alexandra Solomon 50:30

7M ago50:30

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Could your love relationship use a bit of boost? Some calm in the storm? Or are you looking for love that’s been hard to find? In this On Health for Women episode I’m joined by Dr. Alexandra Solomon, a wonderful couples therapist, professor, author of Love Every Day and the host of the Reimagining Love podcast. Together we explore the real meaning …

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A Breech Homebirth Story: Interview with Lorele-Paige 28:33

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Today's episode is an interview with Lorele-Paige, two-time homebirth mom who had her first baby not only at home, but breech! For more information on breech birth and to take the amazing breech training they offer, visit www.breechwithoutborders.org Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amou…

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Why Homebirth? A Short History, Benefits and Options Surrounding Homebirth in the US 25:48

7M ago25:48

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Learn about homebirth history in the US, statistics and facts, risks, benefits, and your options surrounding homebirth. Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested in learning how to assist a midwife, please check out Birth Academy'…

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Everything Homebirth Trailer 3:13

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Welcome to the Everything Homebirth podcast! I am so excited to share this with you and I hope you'll join us for future episodes! I'm hoping to release episodes every week, so stay tuned! Thank you for listening! If you'd like to support my podcast, please consider donating a small amount If you are passionate about homebirth and you're interested…

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Must-Have Natural Remedies for Cold & Flu Season 1:13:59

8M ago1:13:59

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Feeling the first tickle of a sore throat? Or maybe you’re dealing with a full-blown cold or flu? In this episode, I’m sharing my top natural remedies to help you get through cold and flu season. From immune-boosting herbs to soothing teas, these are the must-haves I trust to keep my family healthy. I’ll walk you through how to use each one, with p…

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How Toxic Fashion is Making Women Sick & What We Can Do About It with Alden Wicker 56:19

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Many of us are aware of the ethical minefield of fast fashion—from the labor issues to the environmental damage. But did you know that the clothes in your closet could be making you sick? In this episode, I’m joined by award-winning investigative journalist Alden Wicker, author of To Die For: How Toxic Fashion is Making Us Sick and How We Can Fight…

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Real Food for Gestational Diabetes with Aviva Romm and Lily Nichols 55:39

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I remember when I first started practicing as a midwife—way back in the '80s—there was barely a whisper about how nutrition could impact pregnancy. I taught my first prenatal nutrition class in 1990, and the hunger for information was almost palpable. It’s amazing to me that, fast forward to today, we’re still facing a gap in understanding just how…

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This is So Awkward: Supporting Teens through the ‘New Puberty’ 1:10:30

9M ago1:10:30

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Of all the stages in life, most women tell me they’d least want to revisit—it's puberty. If you're reading this, you survived it too. And while you likely have some fond memories, you also remember the awkward body changes, the anxiety of getting your mom to buy pads or tampons to avoid the dreaded checkout counter, the stress around your emerging—…

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At Least You Have a Healthy Baby: The Hidden Epidemic of Birth Trauma in the US 30:34

10M ago30:34

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Despite advancements in medical technology and a growing awareness of maternal health, the emotional and psychological experiences of birthing mothers in the US often go unnoticed. In this eye-opening episode, Aviva Romm, an experienced midwife and MD, delves into a topic that is often overlooked and misunderstood—birth trauma. Aviva shares her per…

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Unplugging from the Attention Economy and Reclaiming Your Time with Jenny Odell 1:12:15

10M ago1:12:15

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If you find yourself feeling chronically overwhelmed, with a to-do list you can’t ever get to the bottom of, and a nagging feeling that you’re never quite doing enough, this episode is for you. Joining me is Jenny Odell, the acclaimed author of zthe books How to Do Nothing: Resisting the Attention Economy and Saving Time: Discovering a Life Beyond …

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On Alcohol and Women's Health: From Fertility thru Menopause 1:03:39

11M ago1:03:39

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Welcome to the second half of our alcohol miniseries! In part one, I focused on how alcohol metabolizes differently in women than men and how this increases women's alcohol-related health risks. I also talked about how alcohol can effect puberty, our hormones, and menstrual cycles. If you haven’t already listened, it's a perfect prequel to today's …

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On Women, Alcohol, Our Hormones and Menstrual Cycles 1:02:44

11M ago1:02:44

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Alcohol. It's the kind of frenemy that many women have a love-hate relationship with. It may make us feel good in the moment—relaxed, more social, less anxious—but many women find that after a drink or several, they’re moody, irritable, don’t sleep as well, and feel overall kind of not-so-great. Are there reasons for this that are unique to women? …

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140. Mommy’s on a Call is coming back!!! Taking a break, hitting reset, staying curious, rediscovering myself and finding joy. 7:38

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Come join me in my sandbox of life and in this podcast to explore, play and discover something new every single week… because I know you've yelled "Mommy's on a Call" at least once in the last week!!! 🎧 LISTEN: https://link.chtbl.com/MOAC ⭐️ SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW 👩🏻‍💻 SHOW NOTES: MommysonaCall.com ✨ FOLLOW ON IG: @MommysonaCall & @StephanieUchima ☕️ J…

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Rediscovering Intimacy and Pleasure with Emily Nagoski 1:10:55

11M ago1:10:55

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I’m so excited to share an encore interview with the brilliant, hilarious, and incredibly insightful Emily Nagoski, author of Come As You Are, Come Together, and Burnout (co-written with her sister). Emily is a renowned sex educator who brings a blend of scientific rigor and relatable storytelling to the conversation about women's sexual health and…

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Seeing Life Through an Herbalist’s Lens with Olivia Amitrano 1:02:50

12M ago1:02:50

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In this fresh and delightful episode I sit down with Olivia Amitrano, herbalist, host of the popular What’s the Juice podcast and founder of Organic Olivia, a successful botanical medicines company. Olivia opens up about her transformative journey through herbalism, personal growth, and the essential practice of honest self-reflection on the relati…

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Breaking the Taboo Around Pregnancy Loss with Chelsea Leyland 1:00:14

12M ago1:00:14

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Trigger Warning: This episode contains sensitive topics related to pregnancy loss and fertility challenges. Listener discretion is advised. In this deeply personal and powerful episode of "On Health," I sit down with Chelsea Leyland, a globetrotting DJ, mother, epilepsy and endometriosis activist, documentary filmmaker, and menstrual health entrepr…

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Ending Obstetric Fistula: A Journey of Hope and Resilience with Bonnie Ruder 47:55

1y ago47:55

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"I think one of the most important things about fistula is that it is completely preventable and treatable. So this is a solvable problem. We used to have this problem here in the US and now we don't." – Bonnie Ruder Obstetric fistula affects around 2 million women globally, with 50,000 to 100,000 new cases each year. This devastating, yet entirely…

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[Replay] The Hidden Motherhood Struggle with Catherine Birndorf and Paige Bellenbaum 1:08:31

1y ago1:08:31

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In recognition of Maternal Mental Health Month I am re-sharing this 2023 conversation with the founders of The Motherhood Center in NYC. With Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADS) being the #1 complication associated with birth in the US and the #2 cause of maternal mortality, this remains a critical conversation. It’s not just you. You're n…

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[Replay] Adaptogens & Burnout 52:57

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I've been wanting to share this episode with you for awhile, so I finally dusted off the archives and here it is. The sound quality is not as sharp as our more recent episodes - our production values have definitely improved - but I'm certain you'll find it timely and useful. Despite increased attention on the dangers of burnout, recent surveys rep…

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104: From Burnout to Purpose: Shifting False Narratives with Tasha Triana 33:34

1y ago33:34

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In this episode, Robin Long and Tasha Triana discuss the impact of false narratives on women's self-perception and overall well-being. They explore the importance of creating space and shifting inner narratives to cultivate peace and calm. Tasha emphasizes the need for self-compassion and prioritizing the relationship with yourself. You'll get prac…