In this episode of the Advanced Women’s Health Podcast, Dr. Heather Elford, ND, and Dr. Erin Kooy, DC lead a powerful and practical conversation around supporting the female body during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Together, they dive into how pregnancy impacts everything from hormones and posture to pelvic floor function, thyroid health, and energy levels. Rather than reinforcing the outdated narrative that women are fragile during this time, they explore how strength can be reclaimed—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Whether you’re planning a pregnancy, currently expecting, or navigating the often-overlooked postpartum stage, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and actionable steps to support your health every step of the way.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why pregnancy doesn’t mean fragility—and what strength actually looks like

• How the body changes structurally during pregnancy and postpartum

• The role of hormones like relaxin, insulin, and thyroid in your energy and mood

• What to know about pelvic floor shifts and recovery

• How nutrient depletion and overlooked thyroid issues can affect healing

• Why so many women feel dismissed postpartum—and what better care looks like

This episode is for you if:

• You’re pregnant and want real, supportive information

• You’re postpartum and feeling dismissed, depleted, or confused

• You want to better understand how to prepare your body before and after birth

• You believe women deserve better care and more answers in motherhood

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