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Megan and fellow coach Danna revisit an early episode to unpack functional medicine—what it is, how it differs from conventional care, and how a functional approach can sharpen a health coach’s practice. Expect practical examples (BP meds, antibiotics + probiotics), how to vet providers, and what extra training changed in Danna’s client work.

Back in 2018, Megan introduced functional medicine as an option when conventional care feels stuck on symptom relief. In 2025, she and Danna (a Functional Medicine Certified Health Coach) compare notes: What does “root cause” really mean? How do labs, lifestyle, and nutrition fit together? And how can coaches collaborate with (or simply vet) doctors who think more holistically—without abandoning standard medicine when it’s needed?

00:00 Introduction and Podcast Background

01:04 Understanding Functional Medicine

02:25 Functional Medicine in Practice

13:17 How Functional Medicine Informs Your Coaching Practice

• Root cause ≠ anti-medicine. Functional medicine uses meds when necessary, then investigates lifestyle, nutrition, hormones, gut health, and environment to address why symptoms persist.
• Broader data, better decisions. Full labs (and sometimes stool/urine testing) + food/lifestyle mapping can reveal patterns a 7-minute visit can’t.
• Clinician fit matters. You want curiosity, clear explanations, and collaboration. Titles help, but how they listen is the tell.
• Coaching upgrades. FM knowledge helps coaches guide clients to targeted doctor questions, low-cost experiments (e.g., trial eliminations), and realistic next steps—especially when budgets/insurance are tight.

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A wrong email address reshaped an entire birth story. We sat down with a scientist‑mum, Gülkiz, whose path wound from Berlin’s buzz to Zurich’s quiet trails, through months of trying to conceive, a surprise double‑line at dawn, and a chance discovery of a birth house (Geburtshaus Zollikerberg, in the Zurich, Switzerland area) that aligned with her values.

What followed was a swift, deeply supported labour: hip squeezes practiced in class, affirmations in the bath at 1 a.m., a midwife’s steady calm when vomiting signalled progress, and a simple mirror that turned confusion into effective pushing. She cut the cord herself, sobbing with relief and power, then nested for two days while the team protected rest, food, and the golden hours.

The fourth trimester told a different story. Low milk supply, jaundice, and weight charts pulled her into relentless pumping and anxiety until a hard pivot to combo feeding brought her baby back to comfort—and brought her back to herself. Then came a quiet miracle: a neighbour and colleague with oversupply left pumped milk in the mailbox three times a day; in return, our guest tucked snacks and fruit into hers. That small, daily exchange felt like rediscovering a village in the middle of a city, a reminder that donor milk, formula, and friendship can coexist to support a thriving baby and a steadier parent.

We also wade into the tender parts most people avoid: how parental leave assumptions clash, why sleep deprivation can unravel even strong bonds, and what repair looks like when you’re still in the thick of it. Between early crawling, stop‑start workouts, and lingering illness, we talk honestly about postpartum depletion and the slow return of identity through help from her mum and the relief of adult conversation at work. If you’re curious about birth houses, hypnobirthing, partner roles in labour, donor milk, combo feeding, or simply how to build a real support system, this story delivers practical insight and hard‑won compassion.

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In this episode, we are joined by Emma Saccomani and together we cover a lot of ground on the hairy topic of boundaries. Whether you have gone through burnout or not, setting boundaries is a crucial life skill and a muscle we need to continue to build so we can stay healthy and productive as we navigate the messy reality of modern day life.

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Get notified about her book – A Boundaries Toolkit for Messy Reality

Emma’s Recommendations:

This Book Could Help by Rotimi Akinsete

How to be a Human by Ruby Wax

Digital Wellbeing by Petra Velzeboer

Artificial Intimacy by Esther Perel - Podcast

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

05:09 Understanding and Communicating Boundaries

09:20 The Messy Reality of Boundaries

18:43 Practicing Boundaries in Low-Stake Situations

20:58 Role Modeling Healthy Boundaries

22:05 Understanding Different Types of Boundaries

24:58 Boundaries in the Workplace

28:46 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Back After Burnout is for education and inspiration only and does not constitute medical, mental-health, legal, or employment advice. Every burnout journey is unique—always consult qualified healthcare and workplace professionals before acting on anything you hear. Resources shared are tools Karina has personally found helpful; they may not suit every listener. Use what serves you and leave the rest.

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Accountability and Responsible AI Governance in Healthcare.

In this final episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Amanda Leal, the AI governance and policy specialist at HealthAI.

HealthAI, the global agency for responsible AI in health, is an independent nonprofit organization that promotes equitable access to AI-powered health innovations.

In this interview, Amanda reflects on her personal journey within the realm of healthcare and AI governance. Drawing from her legal background and experiences in tech policy, she shares her motivation to contribute to AI governance within the health sector.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Amanda Leal: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about HealthAI at healthai.agency
• Follow HealthAI on their social media channels: LinkedIn | Twitter/X | Instagram | YouTube
• Listen to all our HIMSS Europe episodes at bit.ly/himsseu

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
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• Tell us what you think: write a review

This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - AI Governance and Accountability

01:23 - Introducing Amanda and HealthAI

03:18 - HealthAI's Mission and Activities

06:32 - AI Governance in The Health Sector

09:29 - Addressing the Gender Gap in AI

11:55 - Gender Inequality and AI Development

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Utilising Existing Clinical Data for Gender-Specific Health Improvements.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with Equal Care Founder & CEO Thao Nguyen.

Equal Care is rewriting medicine with precision, equity and inclusion by certifying prevention, diagnostics, and treatments with sex and gender balanced clinical data.

Thao's insights reveal an optimism for the future, with expectations for increased recognition and implementation of gender-specific practices across the healthcare continuum, ultimately leading to a paradigm shift that will benefit patients, healthcare providers, and the pharmaceutical industry alike.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Thao Nguyen: LINKEDIN
• Learn more about Equal Care at equal-care.org
• Follow Equal Care on their social media channels: LinkedIn | Instagram
• Listen to Episode 72 from our Women's Health series, Thao's first guest feature on Narratives of Purpose

• Follow our host Dr. Claire Murigande: WEBSITE | LINKEDIN
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This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - Normalising Gender-Specific Medicine

01:23 - Introducing Thao and Equal Care

04:48 - Addressing the Gender Health Gap Through Data

09:18 - Becoming the Number One Startup in Digital Health Innovation

13:07 - Gender-Specific Health in the Future

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The journey to motherhood transforms us in ways we never expect. For Johanna, an Australian expat living in Switzerland, what began as a dream-come-true pregnancy turned into a birth story filled with unexpected twists – from her water breaking in the bath to a husband who wouldn't answer his phone (and was immediately presumed dead), a taxi driver who got lost en route to the hospital, and ultimately, a challenging posterior labor that demanded everything she had. She gave birth at Paracelsus, a unique hospital in Richterswil which unfortunately no longer exists. This is another example of smaller hospitals with birthing capabilities having to close their doors.

Though her birth experience was difficult, it was also profoundly empowering. Johanna vividly recalls the ethereal moment during transition when she felt connected to generations of women throughout history: "I had this awareness that I am this woman doing this thing that women have done for all eternity." With the encouragement of a compassionate Australian midwife who reminded her of her strength, she found the power to bring her baby into the world.

But the real challenges began after birth. Despite her lifelong dream of breastfeeding, Johanna encountered devastating difficulties that were met with insufficient support and harmful messaging about her anxiety being the cause. For six months, she never got more than 45 consecutive minutes of sleep while trapped in an exhausting cycle of feeding, pumping, and supplementing. Years later, she discovered the true cause wasn't her "personality flaws" but her babies' tongue restrictions – a revelation that completely transformed her understanding of her experience.

This discovery sparked Johanna's journey to become a lactation consultant, now dedicating her life to ensuring no mother endures what she went through. "It wasn't my fault at all," she shares, challenging the narrative that blames mothers for breastfeeding struggles. Her story reminds us that birth is just the beginning of a profound transformation, and that with proper support and understanding, we can rewrite the narrative of early motherhood for ourselves and others.

Have you faced similar challenges? Share your experience or reach out if you're struggling – support makes all the difference in this transformative journey.

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The Future of Femtech and Why Women's Health Matters to All.

In this new episode of Narratives of Purpose's special series from the 2025 HIMSS European Health Conference, host Claire Murigande speaks with pioneering tech founder Ida Tin, the Co-founder of Clue and the Founder of Femtech Assembly think tank.

Ida explores the evolution of the Femtech sector since she coined the term in 2016. She empahsizes the necessity for women's health to be acknowledged as a social imperative and to consider its implications for everyone. Ida advocates for framing women's health issues within the broader context of societal well-being.

Ida also argues that fostering understanding and empathy among men regarding women's health experiences is essential for creating a more equitable society. True progress requires brave dialogue and shared experiences, with both genders actively participating in reshaping narratives around health.

Be sure to visit our podcast website for the full episode transcript.

LINKS:

• Connect with Ida Tin: LINKEDIN
• Read 'Femtech Assembly by Ida Tin' on Substack
• Learn more about the Clue app at helloclue.com
• Find more information on Daye, the innovative period care and gynae health company, at yourdaye.com

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This interview was recorded by Megan McCrory from the SwissCast Podcast Network.

This series was produced with the support of Shawn Smith at Dripping in Black.

CHAPTERS:

00:00 - The Importance of Women's Health in Society

01:21 - Introducing Ida and Femtech

03:41 - The Femtech Assembly Think Tank

05:30 - Bridging the Gender Gap in Health Awareness

07:20 - Involving Men in the Conversation

11:12 - Founder Stories in Femtech Innovation

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We're entering the final stretch of the year—and it’s the perfect moment for a pricing check-in.

Most business owners are focused on finishing strong. But they rarely pause to ask:

"Is my pricing actually helping me get there?"

In this episode of The Pricing Lady podcast, Janene walks you through 5 smart, strategic questions that help you uncover hidden misalignment, make targeted pricing adjustments, and set yourself up for a stronger finish to this year.

Don't delay the sooner you listen the sooner you can make those all important adjustments.

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