Motherhood Meets Medicine

108. Filling the Postpartum Gap with Dr. Lara Morgan Lee


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What’s something that you wish someone had told you before having children? From challenges with breast feeding, to lack of sleep, to postpartum body insecurities, there are probably so many things that you felt unprepared for after giving birth.

What’s normal? What’s not normal? It’s hard to know, especially when you have nothing to compare it to. We hear from doctors that everything looks good, and to just give it time, but that’s not enough. There is such a lack of support for moms in the United States, and our system is broken. We’re set up to struggle and it doesn’t have to be this way. 

Today I have Dr. Lara Morgan Lee on the podcast, and we’re talking all about these issues. Lara Morgan Lee, MD is a board-certified Sports Medicine Physician and former professional team doctor who after her own pregnancy and postpartum journey realized traditional medical care was simply put, failing mothers.

Leveraging her career experience with athletes she turned her focus to providing the education and empowerment one needs from expecting to years after baby. The vision is clear: bridge the gap to elevate the traditional way medicine is delivered for mothers the same way we care for athletes. 


In this episode we discuss:

  • Dr. Morgan’s journey working with mothers.
  • The link between athletes and mothers.
  • Being a martyr and what that looks like in motherhood.
  • The importance of educating mothers on what’s “normal” during pregnancy, birth, and after having children.
  • Changing the broken healthcare system by supporting mothers in innovative ways.

  • Resources:

    • Follow on Instagram: @sportsdrmorgan
    • Dr. Morgan’s website

    • Connect with Lynzy:

      • Instagram: @motherhoodmeetsmedicine
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      • lynzyandco.com

      • Disclaimer: This podcast does not provide medical advice. The information on this podcast is for informational purposes only. No material on this site is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 

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