We Go There Podcast

Trigger Warning: Birth trauma, Mental Health Struggles, Suicide, and Sexual Assault

SOLACE (Severe Obstetric Laceration Awareness and Community Engagement) is a non-profit that was founded by Caroline Stadler in April of 2023. Caroline sustained a missed a 4th degree tear from a forceps delivery when giving birth to her daughter in 2022. She struggled both physically and mentally as she navigated care for her symptoms and recovery due to a lack of structured resources available in the United States. Caroline was then joined on the board of SOLACE by multiple women who had similar journeys and medical professionals who were passionate about making a change in the awareness and after care of severe tearing.

Caroline and Sepideh Share:

1. While obstetric data reports a 6-7 percent rate of Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries (OASI), looking at the ultrasound data shows that up to 40% of patients who have had a prior vaginal delivery have sphincter defects that were never diagnosed: https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJM199312233292601 (Also: https://obgyn.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/uog.18827). In addition to OASIS, 20 to 35% of moms who have had a vaginal delivery will suffer from a LAM (Levator Ani Muscles) injury which predisposes them to prolapses and incontinence. While there are surgical and non-surgical options for both anal sphincter and LAM injuries, the success rates are low and women often suffer from symptoms for a life-time.

Show Notes: 

For more of SOLACE, please visit  instagram.com/@solaceforwomenorg  on Instagram and https://www.solaceforwomen.org/   on the Web

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Darren G. Candow, Ph.D., CSEP-CEP, is a Professor and world-renowned creatine researcher. He busts myths and breaks down the science behind creatine supplementation - specifically for female bodies. 

In this episode, we discuss evidence-based creatine dosing protocols to minimize unwanted side effects like bloating, and we dive into the impact of creatine on female bone health, muscle mass, endurance improvements in exercise and even brain health. 

Dr. Candow is the Director of the Aging Muscle and Bone Health Laboratory in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Health Studies at the University of Regina, Canada. Dr. Candow’s research program develops effective lifestyle interventions involving creatine monohydrate and resistance training which have practical and clinical relevance for improving muscle, bone and brain health/function.

Dr. Candow Shares:

1. How creatine is beneficial to females

Studies Referenced: 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33800439/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37144634/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33557850/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25993883/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33759701/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33467377/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35688360/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35276903/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37368234/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30978926/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33670822/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24766646/

Show Notes: 

For more of Dr. Darren Candow, please visit https://www.instagram.com/dr.darrencandow/ on Instagram

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Trigger Warning - This episode focuses on eating disorders and eating disorder recovery.

Kyla Shares:

1. Kyla’s story and how she decided to help others going through eating disorders and recovery

Show Notes: 

For more of Kyla Fox, please visit https://www.instagram.com/@KylaFoxRecovery  on Instagram and www.kylafoxcentre.com on the Web

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Andrea is a Cambridge-educated lawyer, entrepreneur, single mom of 3 and cancer survivor. 

In this conversation, we discuss Andrea’s incredible entrepreneurial journey, why she loves working with women entrepreneurs, and the incredible mindset strategies that have helped her to achieve her impressive success! 

You’ll learn how to protect your intellectual property in a very easy to understand and relatable way! 

Today, Andrea owns a multi 6-figure business with the goal of uplifting women to reach their financial dreams by harnessing the law at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey.

Andrea Shares:

1. Andrea shares what her journey, personally and professionally, has taught her

Show Notes: 

For more of Andrea Henry, please visit https://www.instagram.com/andreahenry.lawyer  on Instagram and https://www.andreahenry.ca/ on the Web

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When it comes to healthy eating in pregnancy, Marni Wasserman has a lot to share. She's a mom of two, nutritionist, and holistic chef. as well as the host of The Ultimate Baby Podcast and former co-host of The Ultimate Health Podcast. 

Marni sets the record straight on "the right foods" to eat during pregnancy and postpartum, busts some myths, and encourages us to use our intuition. She combines knowledge, passion, and experience to educate moms on how to adopt a real food diet and balanced lifestyle through simple strategies. 

In this episode, we discuss diet and supplementation throughout pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond! Tune in to find out how we can navigate healthy eating for ourselves and our family. 

Marni Shares:

1. How to navigate all the decisions during pregnancy

Show Notes: 

For more of Marni Wasserman, please visit instagram.com/marniwasserman  on Instagram and MarniWasserman.com on the Web

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Meet Chelsea & Caitlin. They are the founders of MamaPsychologists,  best friends, Registered Psychologists, and, most importantly, moms (to 4 kids aged 5 and under) who struggled significantly in the postpartum period. From a month-long NICU stay to birth trauma and postpartum anxiety—they truly have experienced many of the topics we talk about!  

They recently wrote a book entitled Not Your Mother's Postpartum Book where we deep dive into all the things no one talks about in the postpartum period. In this episode we cover topics from postpartum mental health, birth trauma, relationships, boundaries, and much more.

Chelsea & Caitlin Cover:

1. Perinatal/Postpartum (birth trauma, transition to motherhood)

Show Notes: 

For more of MamaPsychologists, please visit https://www.instagram.com/mamapsychologists on Instagram and http://www.mamapsychologists.ca on the Web

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As a Peak Performance Mindset Coach and former Psychotherapist, Hina has been a student of the mind, human behaviour and human potential. She is someone who will help you challenge and explore the thoughts and beliefs that hold you back. Hina is covering what we can do to have more money, more time with our family, more resources to contribute where we want, and more… WITHOUT adding hours to our day. 

Hina Shares:

1. Things we can start doing today to get where we want to go

Show Notes: 

For more of Hina Khan, please visit https://www.instagram.com/coachwithhina/?hl=en on Instagram and https://hinakhan.ca/ on the Web

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Description:  

Emma Andrews is a dynamic leader with 15+ years experience working across the natural products, sport nutrition, and cannabis industries. She is a media correspondent for the cannabis industry and has gained invaluable insights into all aspects of the supply chain and consumption experience. Emma has explored cannabis from every lens and is sharing the truth about cannabis use, not only from the perspective of an industry expert, but also from the perspective of a mom and athlete. 

 From THC to CBD, we talk about what may work for you. Emma candidly discusses cannabis in pregnancy, breastfeeding, sports, and more, Tune in for all the details!

Emma Shares:

1. When and why did you start using cannabis?

Show Notes: 

For more of Emma Andrews, please visit  https://www.instagram.com/emma.exhales/  on Instagram and www.emmajaneandrews.com on the Web

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Dr. Millar is working to train other birth providers on how to offer trauma-informed care. Pap smears, pelvic exams, IUD insertions, surgeries, and childbirth are all complex and often deeply vulnerable moments for a patient. Step one is ensuring that the patient's background and trauma history are recognized, and then working to enhance the experience for all those who feel uncomfortable during these times should be essential. We cover it all in this episode! We even cover tips on how you can have the best experience even if your doctor isn’t trauma-informed.  

Dr. Heather Millar’s trauma-informed care work began around the goal of improving the sexual and reproductive health of marginalized girls and young women, both locally and internationally. She is particularly interested in innovative approaches to prevention and care in Obstetrics and Gynaecology for this high-risk group, including inter-disciplinary collaboration and community partnership.

Dr. Millar Shares:

1. Dr. Millar's story and how she came to find this work of trauma-informed care within Obstetrics

Show Notes: 

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

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Kim has always been highly attuned to her own sexual energy + spiritual curiosity. She’s made it her life mission to help others use sex for deep personal growth. She’s a globe-trotting coach, national media commentator, and retreat curator with a book in the works, a bodaciously blooming business, and a collection of couture crystal and maribou dildos.

In this episode we truly go there with Kim discussing her journey to where she is today, the controversy surrounding her work, the concept of using sex to reach enlightenment, and so much more [including the heaviest item Kim’s ever lifted with her vagina]. 

Kim Shares:

1. Her story and how she got into this work

Show Notes: 

For more of Kim Anami, please visit  https://www.instagram.com/kimanami/?hl=en on Instagram and https://kimanami.com/ on the Web

For more of We Go There Podcast, please visit instagram.com/wegotherepodcast on Instagram and wegotherepodcast.com on the Web

*Warning- this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.*