If your family is catching every virus going around right now, you’re not alone. In this episode, Helene sits down with Naturopathic Doctor, Birth Doula, and mom of 3, Dr. Rachel Schwartzman, to talk about realistic, holistic ways to support immunity for moms and kids during cold and flu season.

Dr. Rachel cuts through the industry noise and marketing to break down what actually works when it comes to food, supplements, herbs and lifestyle. If you feel overwhelmed by advice and products that claim to boost immunity for your family, this episode will leave you with practical strategies that are both effective and cost effective.

We discuss:

-The truth about “laundry lists” of immune boosting foods and what to focus on instead

-How to simplify nutrition for the entire family

-Common immunity myths and misconceptions debunked

-The kid supplement industry exposed: what you need to know about multivitamins, gummies and wellness products for littles

-How to choose supplements that are effective and cost effective

-Herbs, spices and teas for both moms and kids

-Dr. Rachel’s experience with her first baby hospitalized for Jaundice and what it taught her about motherhood

This conversation is practical, supportive and from real moms who understand the realities of sleep deprivation, constantly sick kids and balancing all the things. If you want real-life ideas to keep your family well this season, this episode is for you!

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Find Dr. Rachel Schwartzman here and at 789dupontclinic.ca

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

Discover how to reignite sexual pleasure and desire through postpartum, perimenopause and beyond. Dr. Lori Brotto joins Helene to break down the truth about female orgasms, how hormones impact your sex life and tips for arousal for women of all ages.

Dr. Brotto is a mom of 3, registered psychologist and serves as the Executive Director for the Women’s Health Research Institute. Her book, Better Sex Through Mindfulness was a top 8 New York Times sexual health book and she has been featured in media such as Netflix’s The Principles of Pleasure documentary.

This episode is packed with actionable takeaways to increase excitement, desire and pleasure from sex through the phases of motherhood.

We discuss:

-The truth about female orgasms and what research says about desire and pleasure for women

-Tools for arousal such as fantasy, erotic films, vibrators, mindfulness and solo exploration

-How hormonal changes during postpartum, breastfeeding and perimenopause affect vaginal health and libido

-Vaginal estrogen use and advocating for your sexual health

-Myth busting and real talk on pleasure for men vs. women

-How fatigue, stress and anxiety impact sex and how to have more energy for desire

-How to make sex feel like self-care

-The influence of societal and cultural expectations on sex

-Dr. Brotto’s motherhood journey navigating work/raising kids as a mom of 3

This episode is packed with actionable tips to help you rediscover sexual pleasure and connection in every phase of the motherhood journey.

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Use code PODCAST for 15% off Helene’s 1:1 Integrative Health Coaching

Find Dr. Brotto here , research about women’s sexual health here and evidence based tool for more satisfying sex here

Find Dr. Brotto’s Better Sex Through Mindfulness book, workbook and resources here

This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.

In this deeply personal solo episode, MBM host and Integrative Health Coach Helene Kusman, shares the episode she wishes had existed while going through the challenges of growing her family.

Through both personal reflection on her own struggles and professional insight as a health coach, she offers tools, mindset shifts, and strategies to help women navigate the emotionally heavy load of fertility struggles and pregnancy loss.

Helene shares:

-How to find community and connection to feel supported

-How to navigate vulnerability and activating your network

-When to set boundaries with social media

-The mindset and spiritual shifts that can support your healing

-Why letting go of control can bring peace and clarity

-How to advocate for yourself and make empowered decisions about your care

-Balancing staying busy with space for self-care

-Ways to hold space for both grief and hope

If you’re walking this path right now, Helene’s words will comfort you and remind you that you are not alone and will find light again.

• Listen to Episode 1: Recurrent Miscarriage, Pregnancy Loss & Amenorrhea – My Journey to Motherhood

• Connect with Helene and the Mind Body Mother Community!

• Use code PODCAST for 15% off Helene’s 1:1 Integrative Health Coaching

• This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not intended to replace professional medical advice.