What is it really like going from zero to two babies overnight? In this episode of The Push Podcast, I sit down with a Canadian creator, twin mom, and founder of Active Girls TO, Kristen, to talk about the unfiltered reality of twin pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood.

She shares her experience navigating a mono-di twin pregnancy, the challenges of a higher-risk journey, and what no one tells you about delivering and caring for two newborns at once. We also get into the mental load of motherhood, identity shifts, and the pressure to “bounce back”—especially in the fitness space.

We unpack how social media shapes expectations versus what motherhood actually looks like behind the scenes, and what it’s really like balancing a business while raising twins. This is an honest, relatable conversation for anyone navigating motherhood, postpartum, or the transition into becoming a mom.

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Looking for ways to manage labor pain without medication? In this episode of The Push Podcast, we’re diving into non-pharmacologic pain relief in labour: What it is, how it works, and how to use it effectively during childbirth. We break down evidence-based comfort measures like breathing techniques, movement and positioning, hydrotherapy, massage, counterpressure, and more. Whether you’re planning an unmedicated birth or simply want more information to make informed decisions for your birth plan, this episode will help you understand your options and feel more prepared for labor.

We also discuss when and why these methods are used, how they support both physical and emotional coping, and how partners and support people can play a key role! 🎧 Tune in to learn practical, empowering strategies to navigate labor with confidence!

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In this episode of The Push Podcast, Nurse Sydney shares her eating disorder recovery story, opening up about her struggles that began in her early teens and how she battled through the years to full recovery! With both personal experience and professional insight as a nurse, Sydney breaks down the realities of eating disorders, including early warning signs, the role of control and mental health, and what true recovery looks like.

She also discusses the challenges she faced, the turning points in her healing journey, and how she rebuilt a healthy relationship with food and herself. This episode is packed with education, awareness, and hope for anyone struggling with an eating disorder, supporting a loved one, or looking to better understand recovery.

This is an eye-opening look at eating disorders as they don't always take the form we see in mainstream media, and a great listen for all women.

Support & Resources

If this episode brought anything up for you, please know you’re not alone—and support is available. Recovery is not linear, and you deserve care that feels safe, supportive, and aligned for you.

If you are pregnant, postpartum, or navigating feeding your baby and struggling with food, body image, or control—this is more common than people talk about, and you deserve support. You don’t have to go through it alone.

Here are some trusted resources you can explore:

Eating Disorder Support & Education National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA): https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-help/

National Alliance for Eating Disorders: https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/

ANAD (National Association of Anorexia Nervosa & Associated Disorders): https://anad.org/get-support/

Free Support Groups ANAD Virtual Support Groups: https://anad.org/get-support/about-our-support-groups/

Canada-Based Support NEDIC (National Eating Disorder Information Centre): https://nedic.ca/

Crisis & Immediate Support

U.S.: Call or text 988 (24/7 mental health support)

Crisis Text Line: Text NEDA to 741741 ANAD

Helpline: (888) 375-7767

What does it actually mean if your baby is breech, and how does it affect your delivery options? In this episode, L&D nurse Sydney and OBGYN Dr. Meghan break down breech in a clear, supportive way, covering why some babies don’t turn head-down, how common it is, and what can happen as you approach delivery. They walk through the different types of breech positions, whether babies can still turn late in pregnancy, and what to know about procedures like external cephalic version (ECV).

Whether you’re pregnant, planning your birth, or just want to understand your options better, this episode offers evidence-based insight grounded in real clinical experience.

Breech Birth Episode — Key References

Term Breech Trial & Subsequent Debate

• Hannah ME et al. Planned Caesarean Section vs Planned Vaginal Birth for Breech Presentation at Term (Term Breech Trial). Lancet, 2000.

• Hofmeyr GJ et al. Planned Caesarean Section for Term Breech Delivery. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, 2015.

• Joseph KS et al. Once More Unto the Breech: Planned Vaginal vs Planned Cesarean Delivery. Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2015.

Outcomes With Strict Selection Criteria & Dedicated Breech Programs

• Devold Pay AS et al. Establishing a Dedicated Breech Clinic: Effect on Vaginal Breech Birth Rates and Neonatal Outcomes. Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, 2020.

• Goffinet F et al. (PREMODA Study Group). Is Planned Vaginal Delivery for Breech Presentation at Term Still an Option? American Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2006.

Training & Simulation for Breech Skills

• Deering S et al. Simulation Training and Resident Performance of Singleton Vaginal Breech Delivery.Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2006.

• Yang L & Bisits A. 360° VR Video and Simulation Models for Teaching Breech Birth. Australian & New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, 2025.

• Farin A et al. Simulation Training for Upright Breech Delivery. European Journal of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Biology, 2023.

Population-Level Outcome Studies

• Ekéus C et al. Vaginal Breech Delivery at Term and Neonatal Morbidity and Mortality (Swedish Cohort).Journal of Maternal-Fetal & Neonatal Medicine, 2019.

• Lyons J et al. Delivery of Breech Presentation at Term in Canada (2003–2011). Obstetrics & Gynecology, 2015.

• Schafer R et al. Maternal and Neonatal Outcomes in Planned Community Breech Births in the US. PLOS One, 2024.

• Sorensen HA et al. Breech Delivery in Low-Income Settings: Systematic Review of Vaginal vs Cesarean Outcomes. International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics, 2023.

Clinical Practice Guidelines

• Sentilhes L et al. Breech Presentation: Clinical Practice Guidelines from the French College of Gynecologists and Obstetricians (CNGOF). EJOGRB, 2020.

• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Mode of Term Singleton Breech Delivery. Committee Opinion No. 745, 2018.

• Kotaska A et al. Vaginal Delivery of Breech Presentation. Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Canada, 2009.

Disclaimer: This episode includes descriptions and content that may trigger people who have a history of trauma around sexual assault. Please listen with care.

In this episode of The Push Podcast, Nurse Sydney and Dr. Meghan McGrattan dive into the growing controversy surrounding pelvic exams performed on women under anesthesia without explicit consent. As this practice comes under increasing criticism within women’s health, we break down what exams under anesthesia are, why they have historically been performed, and the ethical concerns now being raised by patients, providers, and advocacy groups. We explore the role of informed consent, patient autonomy, and medical education, while unpacking what current policies and state laws say about pelvic exams under anesthesia. This conversation sheds light on a topic many women have never heard about but deserve to understand, empowering you with the knowledge to ask questions, advocate for your body, and make informed decisions about your care.

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Endometriosis is one of the most misunderstood conditions in women’s health. In this episode of The Push Pod, our hosts Nurse Sydney and Dr. Meghan, an OBGYN and gynecological surgeon, break down what you need to know about Endometriosis.

They dive into what endometriosis actually is, why it can be so difficult to diagnose, the wide range of symptoms that go far beyond “bad period pain", and hit you with some surprising and historical facts. This episode sheds light on what patients often experience and why so many go years without answers, covering the bases of chronic pelvic pain, painful periods, and fertility challenges.

You’ll also hear an honest, evidence-based discussion on diagnosis, treatment options (including medical and surgical management), and what patients should know when advocating for themselves in the healthcare system! With both bedside and surgical perspectives, this conversation brings clarity to a condition that affects millions but is still widely and wildly misunderstood.

Whether you’ve been diagnosed, suspect you might have endometriosis, or want to better understand your body, this episode offers practical insight, validation, and guidance grounded in real clinical experience with two women who work in the trenches of women's healthcare daily.

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In this episode, Sydney sits down with body-positive creator Kelsey McDonald for an honest conversation about pregnancy, body image, and navigating maternity care in a plus-size body.

Kelsey shares the story behind her platform, how her relationship with her body has evolved over time, and whether pregnancy changed the way she saw herself. Together, they discuss the expectations many people form about pregnancy online, the realities that surprised her along the way, and what it looked like to advocate for herself within the healthcare system. The heart of the conversation centers around Kelsey’s positive induction birth story. She walks through what led to the decision to induce, how she felt when it was recommended, what the process looked like step by step, and the mindset and support that helped her feel calm and empowered during labor.

Sydney and Kelsey also talk openly about weight stigma and medical bias in pregnancy care, the importance of respectful treatment in hospital settings, and why representation of diverse bodies in birth stories matters. Kelsey reflects on what postpartum has taught her about her body, how becoming a mother has shaped her confidence, and the messages she hopes the next generation grows up hearing about bodies.

This episode is a powerful reminder that birth is not one-size-fits-all. Positive induction stories deserve to be shared, and everyone deserves to feel confident, supported, and respected in their body during pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Trigger warning: This episode includes discussion of weight stigma and medical bias.

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What should you really be eating during pregnancy? In this episode of The Push Pod, hosts Labor & Delivery Nurse Sydney and OBGYN Dr. Meghan McGrattan sit down for a real, honest conversation about nutrition in pregnancy, the kind that feels like chatting with your provider in the office, not scrolling through conflicting advice online.

They talk through what foods are actually safe, which ones deserve a little caution, and which “rules” might be more myth than medicine. From deli meat and sushi to safe caffeine limits and prenatal vitamins, they break it all down in a way that’s clear, practical, and rooted in evidence.

If you’re newly pregnant, trying to conceive, or just want to feel more confident about fueling your body, this episode will leave you feeling informed, reassured, and far less overwhelmed about what’s on your plate.

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