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  • Tongue Ties in Babies: Is Your Baby Just Tight or Truly Tied? with Lynnelle King | #165

    Tongue Ties in Babies: Is Your Baby Just Tight or Truly Tied? with Lynnelle King | #165
    May 20 2026
    Tongue ties are one of the most misunderstood topics in infant feeding and airway health and many parents are left confused, dismissed, or unsure what to do next.In this episode, Dr. Morgan sits down with IBCLC and craniosacral therapist Lynnelle King to break down the difference between babies who are simply “tight” versus babies who are truly tongue tied, why oral function matters far beyond breastfeeding, and how ties can impact everything from milk transfer and nipple pain to palate development, breathing, sleep, and long-term airway health.They discuss common signs of oral ties, including clicking while nursing, blistered lips, white-coated tongues, poor milk transfer, gas, tension patterns, and recurring breastfeeding struggles. The conversation also dives into craniosacral therapy, fascial tension, healing after tie releases, timing of releases, and why individualized care matters so much for both mom and baby.This episode is packed with nuanced discussion for parents trying to decide whether bodywork alone is enough, when a release may actually be necessary, and how to better advocate for yourself if you feel something isn’t right with your baby’s feeding experience.00:00 Trailer + Intro00:42 Why Tongue Ties Matter02:55 Meet IBCLC Lynnelle King05:40 Finding Lactation Support Before Birth07:48 What Craniosacral Therapy Is11:04 Tight vs Tied Explained12:37 Are Tongue Ties More Common Today?14:00 Airway Health & Modern Facial Development15:38 Early Tongue Tie Releases17:03 Why Tie Releases Aren’t a Quick Fix18:44 Long-Term Effects of Tongue Ties21:06 Common Signs of Oral Ties22:24 High Palates & Airway Development25:10 Understanding Fascial Tension32:32 Can Bodywork Alone Fix Tongue Ties?35:22 Why Lynnelle Only Did Bodywork for 4 Years36:36 Are Tongue Tie Releases Harmful?37:50 Why Some Tie Releases “Don’t Work”41:35 How Tongue Tie Healing Actually Works44:47 How Providers Assess Tight vs Tied46:32 Best Timing for a Tongue Tie Release53:37 The Ideal Window for Treatment56:32 What Happens If You Wait Too Long58:29 Why Early Lactation Support Matters63:00 The Mental Health Impact of Feeding Struggles64:47 Trusting Your Mother’s Intuition65:28 Final Thoughts & ResourcesResources From This Episode:Breath by James NestorIntake Magnetic Airway StripsStrolling Under The Skin YouTube VideoLynnelle's team at Family SeasonsFollow Lynnelle on InstagramOther Related Episodes:Episode #12: A Deep Dive into Tongue and Lip TiesEpisode #133: Low Milk SupplyHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 10% at EarthleyUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond
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    1 h et 16 min
  • Women’s Hormones, Feminine Power & Nervous System Healing with Samantha Hadadi | #164

    Women’s Hormones, Feminine Power & Nervous System Healing with Samantha Hadadi | #164
    May 13 2026
    What if hormone imbalances aren’t just physical?In this episode, we sit down with women’s health and hormone coach Sam “The Hormone Goddess” to explore the deeper emotional, nervous system, and societal roots behind so many women’s health struggles.We dive into the connection between trauma, stress, suppressed anger, feminine energy, and hormone health, and why so many women feel disconnected from their bodies in modern culture.From painful periods and burnout to nervous system dysregulation and people-pleasing, this conversation unpacks the hidden layers influencing women’s health and healing.We also discuss female rage, womb work, joy, pleasure, circadian rhythm, somatic healing, and what it actually means to reconnect with yourself as a woman.If you’ve ever struggled with PMS, anxiety, exhaustion, hormone imbalances, fertility challenges, or feeling disconnected from your body, this episode is for you.00:00 Intro + Trailer01:36 Meet Samantha Hadadi01:56 Sam’s Hormone Healing Journey04:46 Trauma, Stress & Hormone Imbalances05:51 Why Women Aren’t Taught About Their Bodies07:36 Shame Around Periods & Womanhood08:46 Why Society Fears Women’s Power13:41 Female Anger & Hormonal Health17:36 Suppressed Anger, Liver Health & Hormones20:56 Somatic Practices for Releasing Anger23:56 Trauma Release & Emotional Processing25:51 The Healing Power of Movement & Community26:46 Nervous System & Hormone Connection29:56 Trauma, Stress & Women’s Health32:16 Root Causes of Hormonal Imbalances36:06 What Is Womb Work?40:16 The Missing Piece in Hormone Healing40:46 Joy, Pleasure & Feminine Energy42:36 Productivity Culture & Women’s Health47:36 Healing Through Dance & Movement50:06 Hormones as Messengers51:36 Reconnecting to Your Authentic Self52:41 Final Message for Women54:26 Supporting the Next Generation of Girls57:36 Where to Find SamResources From This Episode:Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness MembershipFollow Samantha on InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 10% at EarthleyUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond
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    1 h et 6 min
  • Birth Mindset for Unmedicated Birth: Practical Tips & What Actually Matters | #163

    Birth Mindset for Unmedicated Birth: Practical Tips & What Actually Matters | #163
    May 6 2026
    Birth preparation is often focused on the physical side of labor, including breathing techniques, birth positions, and what to expect during delivery. But for many women planning an unmedicated birth, the biggest factor influencing their experience is not physical at all.In this episode, we explore birth mindset and how your mental and emotional state can impact labor, pain perception, and your overall birth experience. If you are preparing for an unmedicated birth, learning how to shift from control into surrender may be one of the most important skills you develop.We discuss how modern culture conditions women to fear birth and how those beliefs can show up during labor. We also explore why high-achieving and type-A women often struggle more during birth, not because they are unprepared, but because they are wired to rely on control in situations that require trust and surrender.You will learn how mindset influences the body’s natural ability to give birth, including the role of stress, fear, and the nervous system. We also introduce the concept of the "birth goddess" and explain how understanding the intuitive process of labor can completely change the birth experience.This episode also unpacks the balance between preparation and surrender, and how your environment, support system, and energy in the room can either support or disrupt labor.0:00 - Trailer and Introduction1:55 - Why Birth Mindset Is Overlooked3:00 - How Culture Creates Fear Around Birth5:00 - Birth Is Mental and Physical7:00 - Why We Fear Pain9:00 - The Missing Rite of Passage in Modern Birth11:00 - Birth as Transformation13:00 - Why Control Makes Birth Harder15:00 - The Birth Goddess Concept18:00 - Surrender vs Control21:00 - Preparation vs Surrender24:00 - Why Knowledge Still Matters27:00 - The Role of Your Support Team30:00 - What a Spiritual Epidural Means34:00 - How Environment Affects Labor38:00 - Why High Achievers Struggle More42:00 - Masculine and Feminine Energy in Labor46:00 - Trust and Letting Go50:00 - Rewiring Beliefs About Birth55:00 - Preparing for the Unexpected58:00 - Staying Grounded When Plans ChangeResources From This Episode:Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call LessonsHealthy As A Mother Epidurals EpisodeLabor Like A Goddess bookRent Tent book Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHERUse code HAAM and save 10% at Fond
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    1 h et 15 min
  • Detoxing Before Pregnancy: What Actually Matters (and What Doesn’t) | #162

    Detoxing Before Pregnancy: What Actually Matters (and What Doesn’t) | #162
    Apr 29 2026
    Detoxing before pregnancy is one of the most misunderstood topics in the health space. In this episode, we break down what detox actually means in the body, why it matters for fertility, and how to approach it safely without creating more harm than good.You’ll learn how toxins impact hormones, ovulation, and pregnancy, and why your body’s ability to eliminate toxins matters more than simply “detoxing.”We also walk through the most important systems involved in detoxification including the liver, lymphatic system, and organs of elimination, plus the biggest mistakes people make when trying to detox while actively trying to conceive.If you’ve ever wondered whether you should detox before pregnancy, this episode gives you a clear, realistic framework.0:00 Trailer & Introduction 2:44 What Is a Toxin? Internal vs. External Explained 6:27 Endocrine Disruptors & Their Impact on Fertility 7:55 The Overflowing Sink Analogy 8:51 Why Some People Can "Get Away With" Anything (Genetics & Drain) 11:43 Epigenetics — Why You & Your Grandma Are Different 13:29 The 3-Part Detox Framework: Faucet, Drain & Liver 13:58 The Knife Factory Analogy (How Your Liver Works) 14:52 The Poop Train & Pee Train Explained 17:44 Critical Rule: No Active Detox During Your Two-Week Wait 21:51 Ideal Timeline: 3–6 Months Before Trying to Conceive 24:12 Step 1 — Getting Your Organs of Elimination Working (Poop, Pee, Sweat) 26:31 Sauna & Sweating: When It's Safe & When to Stop 29:17 The Sperm Factor — Why Men Need to Stop Sauna 3 Months Early 30:41 The Lymph System — Trash in New York City Analogy 31:46 Dry Brushing, Rebounders & Vibration Plates 36:35 Breast Massage & Electrolymphatic Drainage 38:27 The Liver Deep Dive: Phase 1 vs. Phase 2 Detox 41:13 Cruciferous Vegetables, DIM & Food-Based Liver Support 42:37 Key Herbs: Dandelion, Burdock, Milk Thistle, Artichoke 47:18 What Liver Enzymes on Blood Work Actually Tell You (And What They Don't) 48:52 Bile, Gallbladder Health & Bitter Herbs 53:20 Castor Oil Packs — How, When & Where 56:57 The Nervous System as a Detox Organ 58:55 Social Media, News & EMFs as "Energetic Toxins" 60:51 Protecting Yourself From Information Overload During TTC 62:59 The Energetic Sink: Why Some People Spiral & Others Don't 70:29 Boundaries With News & Social Media in the Preconception Window 74:05 How to Go Deeper: Courses, Membership & Working with a PractitionerResources From This Episode:Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness MembershipLiver SauceThe Toxin Solution by Dr. Joe Pizzorno Healthy As A Mother Episode #161 - Boundaries In MotherhoodHealthy As A Mother Episode #22 - Detoxing Before PregnancyHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HAAM and save 10% at FondUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER
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    1 h et 19 min
  • Boundaries in Motherhood: Why You Feel Controlled (and How to Take Your Power Back) | #161

    Boundaries in Motherhood: Why You Feel Controlled (and How to Take Your Power Back) | #161
    Apr 22 2026
    What if the tension you feel in motherhood isn’t about your decisions… but about your boundaries?In this episode, we break down one of the most overlooked skills women need to navigate pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood: setting boundaries with family, friends, and outside opinions.From pressure around home birth to unsolicited advice from parents and in-laws, this conversation unpacks why boundaries feel so hard, what they actually are (and aren’t), and how to confidently take your power back without damaging your relationships.If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by opinions, pressure, or expectations around motherhood… this episode will shift how you see it.00:00 Trailer & Introduction01:33 Why Boundaries in Motherhood Feel So Hard02:54 What a Boundary Actually Is (and What It’s Not)06:42 Why Most Women Misunderstand Boundaries07:38 The Power of Controlling Your Response (Not Others)09:22 Real-Life Example of Healthy Boundaries11:07 Why Boundaries Protect Relationships (Not Damage Them)13:37 Should You Communicate Boundaries Ahead of Time?16:29 Handling Strong Disagreements (Vaccines, Parenting Choices)18:24 Why Parents Struggle to Let Go of Control21:16 What Happens When You Set Boundaries for the First Time22:36 Why Consistency Is Everything24:48 Becoming a “New Version” of Yourself in Relationships28:40 Communication Frameworks That Actually Work30:10 Birth Choices and Family Pressure Explained33:26 Real Story: Shifting Beliefs Around Home Birth34:51 How to Respond to Extreme Pushback37:43 Who Gets to Be at Your Birth (and Who Doesn’t)41:30 How to Communicate Firm Boundaries Clearly44:46 Why Waiting for Birth Can Create Stress48:37 Postpartum Boundaries and Baby Handling51:38 Scripts for Setting Boundaries Respectfully53:18 Why Women Struggle with Boundaries More Than Men56:30 The Deeper Root: Fear of Rejection and Losing Connection57:37 The Role of Intuition and Safety (Gift of Fear Insight)01:00:00 Final Thoughts: Boundaries as EmpowermentResources Mentioned In This Episode:Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy RelationshipsHome Birth StatsThe Gift of Fear: And Other Survival Signals That Protect Us from ViolenceDr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call LessonsHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HAAM and save 10% at FondUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER
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    1 h et 11 min
  • The Future of IVF Embryo Testing (and What Rhino Babies Reveal About Fertility) with Cara Wells, PhD | #160

    The Future of IVF Embryo Testing (and What Rhino Babies Reveal About Fertility) with Cara Wells, PhD | #160
    Apr 15 2026
    In this episode of Healthy As A Mother, we’re pulling back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood parts of IVF: embryo selection.Because here’s the truth most people don’t realize…Even today, many IVF labs still rely on visual grading methods developed over 50 years ago to choose which embryo becomes your baby. And that could be the reason so many “perfect-looking” embryos fail.Today, Dr. Leah sits down with Cara Wells, PhD, a reproductive physiologist and founder of a groundbreaking fertility technology that uses non-invasive video analysis to assess embryo health in real time.Instead of just looking at embryos… Her technology measures how they behave.And what they’ve discovered could completely change IVF outcomes.0:00 Trailer + Intro0:55 Meet Cara Wells, PhD + Her Background2:15 The Problem with IVF Embryo Grading6:25 Why IVF Feels Like a “Black Box”10:47 The Technology That Inspired a Breakthrough13:04 How Embryo Video Analysis Works18:15 Why This Technology Matters for IVF Patients20:49 Can We Improve Egg + Sperm Quality?22:20 Why “Perfect” Embryos Still Fail24:36 What Animal Research Reveals About Fertility29:15 Why Animal Health Research Matters for Humans32:12 What This Tech Reveals About Sperm Quality40:25 How This Impacts Endangered Species47:35 The Rhino Fertility Discovery53:02 What Animals Reveal About Human Conditions59:35 PGT Testing vs Non-Invasive Embryo Testing1:03:25 How to Learn More + Closing ThoughtsResources From This Episode:Dr. Leah's Womanhood Wellness MembershipEmgenisys WebsiteCara Well's LinkedInHealthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HAAM and save 10% at FondUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER
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    1 h et 12 min
  • A Better Way to Understand Mental & Emotional Patterns in You and Your Kids with Dr. Steve Rondeau | #159

    A Better Way to Understand Mental & Emotional Patterns in You and Your Kids with Dr. Steve Rondeau | #159
    Apr 8 2026
    Mental health is often treated like a guessing game, but what if we could actually see what’s happening in the brain?In this episode, Dr. Steve Rondeau, founder of Axon EEG Solutions and author of Think Like a Brain, breaks down how brain-based data is changing the way we understand mental health, postpartum struggles, and behavior in both women and children.We dive into why traditional diagnoses often miss the root cause, how brain patterns shape your personality and responses, and why your environment plays a bigger role than you think. This conversation also explores a newly released study on hormonal birth control and antidepressant response, the concept of the “overwhelmed brain,” and how small shifts in your daily life can dramatically change your mental resilience.If you’ve ever felt like something is off but can’t explain why, or wondered why one season of life feels manageable while another feels overwhelming, this episode will completely reframe how you think about your brain, your behavior, and your capacity.00:00 Intro 01:52 Why mental health is still a guessing game 03:40 The misdiagnosis that exposes a broken system 06:10 Can brain scans predict personality 09:30 Why people experience life differently 13:15 Birth control and antidepressant study 16:47 Why one-size-fits-all treatment fails 18:40 Why postpartum experiences vary 22:40 Your brain isn’t broken your environment is 24:21 When symptoms don’t match the diagnosis 26:40 The case that changed everything 29:10 Why root causes get missed 32:10 Are brain patterns genetic or learned 34:40 The 3 areas that shape mental health 37:40 Why you can’t just push through 39:10 The overwhelmed brain pattern 42:10 The habit that regulates your nervous system 43:46 Why coping mechanisms make sense 46:40 Why normal brains don’t exist 49:10 Parenting and relationships through this lens 53:10 What’s normal behavior for kids 55:10 The parenting mistake most people make 58:10 Are screens rewiring our brains 61:10 How to find brain scan providers 73:31 Outro Resources From This Episode:Dr. Rondeau's Website - https://axoneegsolutions.com/Dr. Rondeau's Book: Think Like Brain Treating Manual - https://www.amazon.com/Think-Like-Brain-Treating-Manual-ebook/dp/B0GFXQK1DVFollow Dr. Steve Rondeau on Socials:Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Steve-Rondeau/100068808602146/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-steven-rondeau-148aa421/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/dr_rondeau_qeeg/Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons - https://milkmedicine.com/lessonsonly/Healthy As A Mother Podcast | YouTubeHealthy As A Mother Podcast | InstagramHealthy As A Mother Podcast | TikTokHealthy As A Mother Podcast | Merch StoreFind more from Dr. Leah:Dr. Leah Gordon | InstagramDr. Leah Gordon | WebsiteWomanhood Wellness | WebsiteFind more from Dr. Morgan:Dr. Morgan MacDermott | InstagramDr. Morgan MacDermott | WebsiteUse code HAAM and save 10% at FondUse code HEALTHYMOTHER and save 15% at RedmondFor 20% off your first order at Needed, use code HEALTHYMOTHERSave $260 at Lumebox, use code HEALTHYASAMOTHER
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    1 h et 14 min
  • Epidurals: What They Don’t Tell You (Risks, Myths & When You Actually Need One) | #158

    Epidurals: What They Don’t Tell You (Risks, Myths & When You Actually Need One) | #158
    Apr 1 2026

    Epidurals are one of the most common, and most misunderstood, parts of modern birth.


    In this episode, we break down everything you actually need to know: what’s in an epidural, how it works, when it helps, and when it can create more complications than expected.


    We also get honest about the parts most people don’t talk about, including side effects, the cascade of interventions, and why so many women feel blindsided after the fact.

    This isn’t about telling you what to do.


    It’s about giving you the clarity to make the right decision for your birth.


    00:00 — Trailer & Intro

    01:33 — Why This Conversation Matters

    03:33 — Epidural vs Spinal: What’s the Difference

    06:03 — “Do No Harm” Framework for Birth Decisions

    08:03 — The History of Pain Management in Birth

    11:33 — What’s Actually In an Epidural

    15:33 — What It Feels Like to Get One

    19:33 — When You Can (and Can’t) Get an Epidural

    23:33 — The Timing Mistake Most Women Make

    26:33 — When an Epidural is Actually Helpful

    30:33 — Guilt, Shame & Birth Expectations

    35:33 — Common Side Effects Explained

    41:33 — The Cascade of Interventions

    45:33 — What Happens When It Doesn’t Work

    49:33 — Effects on Baby (Myths vs Reality)

    53:33 — Why Women Feel Misinformed

    57:33 — Epidurals & Postpartum/Bonding

    01:00:33 — How to Decide What’s Right for You


    Resources From This Episode:

    • The Vital Importance of Baby's Position During Birth with Ann Gilligan, RN, LNC, RYPT | #32
    • 5 Things That Ruin Breastfeeding | #146
    • Dr. Morgan's Pregnancy Call Lessons


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    1 h et 14 min