#37: First 6 Steps to Take Along Your Fertility Journey

10/10/23 • 41 min

If you were to say, "Dr. Leah, I want to have a baby. What are the first 6 things I should do?" I would respond exactly as I do in today's podcast episode. I highlight the first 6 things I would tell a woman to do as soon as the idea of a baby has entered her mind, but even if you have been trying to conceive for a while, these still apply. There are so many important things to do along the preconception and fertility journey, however, I shared some big-hitting ones and I think you will really enjoy how practical they are. I also share the exciting news that my Fertility Formula course is finally open for enrollment, so you can finally get the in-depth support so many of you have been asking me for on your journey toward motherhood! Without further ado, let's get started!

I am launching my Fertility Formula course, cart opens on October 5th and closes on the 13th. Learn more at www.womanhoodwellness.com/fertilityformula

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Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

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I am launching my Fertility Formula course, cart opens on October 5th and closes on the 13th. Learn more at www.womanhoodwellness.com/fertilityformula

Check out the Needed Prenatal and other supplement offerings here! Use code HealthyMother to save 20% off your first order!

Doctor's Websites:

Dr. Leah: www.womanhoodwellness.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drleahgordon/

Dr. Morgan: www.milkmedicine.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/

Previous Episode

#36: All About Cesareans: Prevention, Planning, and Healing

In this episode, we tease out the many reasons for cesarean birth versus vaginal birth - some warranted and some the cause of an impatient modern medical system. We walk you through how to prepare for a cesarean if you know you are having one, and some tips for the quick moments before a potentially unplanned cesarean as well. Dr. Leah shares her unique perspective on her homebirth turned cesarean, and how a frameshift helped her find moments of peace in the OR. We discuss our top tips for thorough healing and recovery, with many practical tips and resources sprinkled throughout. We hope you find value in this episode, whether it's for your preparation or your emotional and physical healing afterwards. Let's dive in.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Birth Documentary: The Business of Being Born
Breech information via Dr. Stuart Fischbein http://www.birthinginstincts.com/breech-birth-information
Breech Documentary: Heads Up
Evidence Based Birth article on “big babies” https://evidencebasedbirth.com/evidence-for-induction-or-c-section-for-big-baby/
Dr. Leah’s Birth Story episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/20-home-birth-turned-c-section-dr-leahs-birth-story/id1663942916?i=1000613406262
Magnesium types mentioned: Triple Mag by Vital Nutrients, Calm Powder by Natural Vitality
Homeopathics for symptom management mentioned: Arnica montana 30C, Aconitum nappellus 30C, Ignatia amara 30C, Bellis perennis 30C, Carbo veg 30C
Evivo probiotics great for cesarean born babies https://www.evivo.com/
Klaire Labs ABX Support for post-antibiotic usage for mom
Reverse pressure softening for engorgement: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJYZrAG6cRA
VBAC resources:

Mental emotional processing / birth trauma resources

Next Episode

#38: Homeopathy During Birth and Postpartum: Top 8 Remedies with Jill Giesinger from HerHomeopathy

This week we reap the expert advice of guest Jill Geesinger, certified professional homeopath specializing in the world of pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. She teaches us the top 5 remedies she recommends to have on hand during birth to ensure things progress smoothly and appropriately, and her top 3 remedies for a solid postpartum recovery. We discuss how homeopathics work, who can take them and when and how, proper storage, and ways to know they're working well. Homeopathy is a gentle, supportive, effective, and safe way to support your entire motherhood experience, so let's go ahead and start learning!

SHOW NOTES:

More on how to reach and learn from Jill:

https://herhomeopathy.ca/

https://www.instagram.com/herhomeopathy

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The remedies mentioned for birth:

Arnica montana 200C
Caulophyllum thalictroides 200C
Gelsemium sempervirens 200C
Aconitum napellus / Aconite 200C
Kali carbonicum 200C

Cell salts mentioned: Magnesia phosphorica 6X and Kali phosphoricum 6X

The remedies mentioned for postpartum:

Belladonna 30C or 200C
Bryonia 30C or 200C
Phytolacca decandra 30C or 200C

Dr. Elana Roumell's Birth Story using homeopathy throughout: https://medschoolformoms.com/podcast/homeopathy-pregnancy-labor-postpartum-gabrielle-traub/

Morning sickness homeopathic remedies and naturopathic principles post Jill and Dr. Morgan created together: https://www.instagram.com/morganmacdermott/?img_index=1