Stephanie and Dr. Elana expand on key points from last episode with Dr. Alexandra Sacks. They discuss their own transitions into motherhood and share with vulnerability about their lowest moments. They discuss how important a support system is during difficult seasons and leave you with takeaways of what you can do support yourself or other mamas during challenging times.

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Topics Discussed:

• Various transitions in a woman's life; motherhood is just one of many
• How important your village is during difficult seasons
• Steph and Elana’s lowest moments
• Their take on the “Push and Pull” analogy
• Balancing motherhood with passions
• Setting yourself up for success during Matresence

Show Notes:

• Follow Alexandra Sacks, M.D. on Instagram
• Alexandra Sacks, M.D. website
• Alexandra Sacks, M.D. TEDTalk
• Pre-order her book: What No One Tells You
• Division of Labor Article
• Postpartum Support International
• The HMHB Weekly Email Series
• Click here to learn more about Dr. Elana Roumell’s Doctor Mom Membership, a membership designed for moms who want to be their child’s number one health advocate!
• Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD’s online nutrition program and community, Postpartum Reset, an intimate private community and online roadmap for any mama (or mama-to-be) who feels stuck, alone, and depleted and wants to learn how to thrive in motherhood.

The Whole Mamas podcast is led by Stephanie Greunke, a registered dietitian, and Dr. Elana Roumell, a naturopathic doctor, both trained in functional medicine and passionate about pregnancy, postpartum, and pediatrics. They invite experts on the show, answer burning questions, highlight key points, and make sure you feel empowered to take action. Find Whole Mamas and the Whole Mamas hosts on Instagram @wholemamasclub, @stephgreunke, @drelanaroumell, and at www.wholemamasclub.com.

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