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"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent

Join 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 and share personal stories, so you leave each episode with practical tips to be a proactive parent! Guests discuss topics like pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, pediatric health, holistic health, parenting tips, maternal mental health, and prevention tips. We answer parent's common questions like: * How to be healthy before, during, and after pregnancy * How to stop worrying about your child's health * How do I keep my child strong and healthy * How to have more energy and feel your best after having a baby Subscribe and join the “Doctor Mom” community so you can feel supported on the journey of motherhood and empowered working with your healthcare providers. Follow the hosts on Instagram @stephgreunke and @drelanaroumell and visit us at doctormompodcast.com
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Now displaying: May, 2023

Join Stephanie Greunke, Whole30’s 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 and share personal stories so you leave each episode with practical tips to be a proactive parent!  

Past guests have included Dr. Ben Lynch, Dr. Aviva Romm, Dr. Elisa Song, Dr. Alexandra Sacks, Lily Nichols, Ali Miller, Melissa Urban, and Chris Kresser, L.Ac. 

Subscribe and join the “Doctor Mom” community so you can feel supported on the journey of motherhood and empowered working with your healthcare providers. 

Find The “Doctor Mom” Podcast at www.doctormompodcast.com and follow the hosts on Instagram @stephgreunke and @drelanaroumell.

May 30, 2023

Feeling drained or disconnected? This powerful episode explores the root causes of low energy in women and how to supercharge your metabolism, mindset, and mitochondrial health using the latest science and spiritual insight.

In this conversation, Dr. Molly Maloof, MD, author of The Spark Factor and a pioneer in female biohacking, shares her transformative approach to reclaiming energy. We discuss why so many popular health strategies are designed for men and what actually supports women best. You’ll learn how to optimize mitochondrial function, understand the deep connection between trauma, sexuality, and vitality, and explore how mindset impacts your overall health.

Dr. Molly also shares practical tools for moms to create daily routines that restore energy, build emotional resilience, and support full body wellness through every season of motherhood.

Whether you are facing burnout, curious about the science of manifestation, or simply ready to feel like yourself again, this episode is full of empowering insights to help you thrive.

Topics Covered In This Episode:

  • Mitochondrial health and metabolism

  • How mindset influences energy

  • Trauma, sexuality, and vitality

  • Female-focused biohacking strategies

  • Daily routines for busy moms

Show Notes:

Dr. Molly Maloof provides health optimization and personalized medicine to high-achieving entrepreneurs, investors, and technology executives. For three years she taught a pioneering course on healthspan in the Wellness Department of the Medical School at Stanford University before launching her own company, inspired by her unique philosophy of health. Since 2012, she has worked as an advisor or consultant to more than 50 companies in the digital health, consumer health, and biotechnology industries. Dr. Maloof is on the frontier of personalized medicine, digital health technologies, biofeedback-assisted lifestyle interventions, psychedelic medicine, and science-backed wellness products and services.

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INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can’t wait to meet you!

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Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

May 23, 2023
  • Raising healthy eaters in today’s junk food culture can feel like an uphill battle, but it does not have to be. In this episode, we dive into the most common challenges parents face around picky eating, birthday party sugar overload, and navigating well-meaning grandparents who love to “treat” your kids. You will hear from functional medicine practitioner and mom of four, Bernadette Abraham, author of Unjunk: How to Raise Healthy Eaters, as she shares real-life tools to help you transform your child’s eating habits without power struggles or guilt.

    We explore the science behind food addiction, how to rethink the idea of “everything in moderation,” and why your food choices today affect not only your children, but your grandchildren too. Bernadette also shares her go-to strategies for handling birthday parties, restaurant meals, and school lunches, plus tips on how to set clear boundaries with confidence and calm.

    Whether your child only eats beige foods or you are trying to push back against junk food marketing, this episode will give you the tools, scripts, and encouragement you need to support your family’s nutrition journey without added stress.

    Topics Covered In This Episode

    • Picky eating and food addiction

    • Healthy eating habits for kids

    • How to handle birthday party junk food

    • Nutrition strategies for picky eaters

    • Functional medicine approach to children’s nutrition

Show Notes:

Bernadette Abraham is a highly engaging and sought-after health expert with over 25 years of experience in physical well-being in Canada, US and the United Arab Emirates. A busy mother of four, she holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Master’s degree in Exercise Science and Health Promotion and continues to accumulate credentials as a Functional Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and AFMC-certified Functional Medicine Coach. She tackles root causes of ill health that mystify traditional medicine and unlocks the truth about the natural recovery of the body. 

Bernadette’s mission is to lead people on a life-changing journey that brings them closer to healing through awareness and prevention. 

Her debut book UNJUNK: How to Raise Healthy Eaters is releasing soon and aims to be a catalyst for change and a go-to resource for parents looking to empower their children to make sound food choices for themselves.

Bernadette educates the reader on the food industry, and explains which foods to avoid, which to encourage, and how to transition to healthier eating. Her practical approach, with feeding strategies and budget in mind, recipes, and even puzzles and games for children, offers a comprehensive and entertaining platform for change. She provides guidance on how to unjunk your kitchen, buy, stock, and prepare the most balanced health-giving foods, acknowledging the inevitable resistance these changes summon. Complete with proven strategies on how to overcome negative outside influences and make a collective difference, her debut book helps you break free from society’s afflicted food culture and gives you the confidence to transform your family’s nutrition and overall health.

This Episode’s Sponsors 

Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley’s products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom 

Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women’s health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM100 for $100 off your first 3 months of Needed’s Complete Plan!

Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order.

INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can’t wait to meet you!

@stephgreunke

@drelanaroumell

Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

May 16, 2023

Mineral deficiency and hormone imbalance are at the root of so many common symptoms women face, yet they are often overlooked in both conventional and functional medicine. In this eye opening episode, we sit down with women’s health dietitian Amanda Montalvo, RD, to explore how mineral depletion impacts thyroid health, PMS, fatigue, postpartum recovery, and even anxiety. If you have ever struggled with low energy, brain fog, or hormone swings and have not found answers, this is a must listen.

Amanda breaks down why standard testing often misses key nutrient imbalances, how minerals like potassium, magnesium, zinc, and copper play a vital role in women’s health, and how to safely rebuild your reserves by starting with food first. We also dive into the mineral draining effects of stress, birth control, the copper IUD, and pregnancy, plus practical tips like how to make a simple adrenal cocktail and when to consider hair mineral testing.

Whether you are navigating postpartum recovery, dealing with heavy periods, or just want to understand your body better, this episode will leave you feeling informed and empowered to take charge of your mineral health.

Topics Covered In This Episode:

  • Mineral deficiency and hormone imbalance

  • Postpartum mineral depletion solutions

  • Natural support for thyroid health

  • Benefits of adrenal cocktails

  • Hair mineral testing for women

Show Notes: 

Amanda Montalvo is a women’s health dietitian that helps women get to the root cause of hormone imbalances and have healthy menstrual cycles. Amanda started off her education in nutrition with the traditional route, but after dealing with her own health problems after getting off hormonal birth control she quickly realized the value of functional medicine. After healing her acne, balancing her hormones, and learning the value of her menstrual cycle, Amanda found her purpose—to help women create a body in balance and not settle for anything less

This Episode’s Sponsors 

Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley’s products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom 

Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women’s health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM100 for $100 off your first 3 months of Needed’s Complete Plan!

Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order.

INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can’t wait to meet you!

@stephgreunke

@drelanaroumell

Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

May 9, 2023

Teaching kids homeopathy and holistic health can feel overwhelming, especially if you were not raised that way yourself. But what if there was a fun story based curriculum that made it easy to raise critical thinkers who do not blindly follow Big Pharma?

In this empowering episode, we dive into how to teach children homeopathy, medical freedom, and foundational health knowledge through an engaging homeschool or afterschool curriculum with author and educator Paola Brown. You will discover why simply raising your kids naturally is not enough and how to equip them with the tools to ask smart questions, understand drug side effects, and turn to natural remedies with confidence.

Whether you homeschool or not, this conversation will inspire you to involve your whole family in learning about health because health independence starts at home. Paola also shares how her own healing journey from chronic illness sparked her mission, and how your child can start learning 19 key remedies today. This episode is filled with wisdom, practical tools, and heartfelt encouragement for raising healthy, empowered kids in today’s world.

 Topics Covered in This Episode:

  • Teaching homeopathy through storytelling

  • Holistic health homeschool curriculum

  • How to raise pharma-free kids

  • Homeopathy remedies every child should know

  • Critical thinking skills for medical freedom

  • Whole-family health education at home

  • Empowering kids to ask doctors questions

Show Notes:

An engaging speaker and established author, she earned a BA in English education and an MA in curriculum and instruction from Arizona State University, graduating summa cum laude, before spending more than a decade teaching English at the high school and college levels.

Her latest project, Teach Me Health & Homeopathy, is a comprehensive and engaging homeschool curriculum for families to teach children homeopathic principles, building them a solid foundation for life. Click here to be notified by email when it’s released.

As president and founder of Americans for Homeopathy Choice, Paola advocates for the growing number of mothers and other homeopathy users who want to protect their right to choose homeopathy.

Fluent in Portuguese and Spanish, Paola was also a health instructor with Care for Life, a nonprofit organization working to develop sustainable communities in Mozambique.


This Episode’s Sponsors 

Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley’s products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom 

Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women’s health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM100 for $100 off your first 3 months of Needed’s Complete Plan!

Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order.

INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can’t wait to meet you!

@stephgreunke

@drelanaroumell

Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

May 2, 2023

Motherhood and fitness may not seem like a natural pair, but what if we told you every mom is an athlete? In this episode, we dive into fitness, postpartum strength, and at-home workouts with Liz Wolfe, NTP, bestselling author and co-creator of the Athletic Mom program.

We explore why strength training is not just about aesthetics, but about mobility, resilience, and injury prevention, especially as we age. Liz opens up about her journey with postpartum anxiety, her break from social media, and how reclaiming movement transformed her mental and physical health.

From prioritizing protein and circulation to redefining what self-care really looks like for moms, this conversation is filled with practical tools and refreshing honesty. Whether you're pregnant, postpartum, or years into motherhood, this episode will inspire you to move your body not for how it looks, but for how it makes you feel.

Tune in and discover how to feel strong, energized, and confident in your body and in motherhood.

Topics Covered In This Episode:

  • Strength training for busy moms

  • At-home workouts with resistance bands

  • Protein and postpartum recovery strategies

  • How to age gracefully with mobility

  • Mental health benefits of movement for moms

  • Visit the Athletic Mom Program!

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  • Follow @athleticmomprogram on Instagram

  • 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.

  • Listen to today’s episode on our website

Liz Wolfe is a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, best-selling author, and cofounder of the Athletic Mom Program and the Athletic Mom App, which helps moms (and ANYONE who needs the most efficient and impactful workouts possible) to own their inner athlete and train like the badass that they are.

This Episode’s Sponsors 

Enjoy the health benefits of PaleoValley’s products such as their supplements, superfood bars and meat sticks.  Receive 15% off your purchase by using code DOCTORMOM at checkout or head to paleovalley.com/doctormom 

Discover for yourself why Needed is trusted by women’s health practitioners and mamas alike to support optimal pregnancy outcomes. Try their 4 Part Complete Nutrition plan which includes a Prenatal Multi, Omega-3, Collagen Protein, and Pre/Probiotic. To get started, head to thisisneeded.com, and use code DOCTORMOM100 for $100 off your first 3 months of Needed’s Complete Plan!

Active Skin Repair is a must-have for everyone to keep themselves and their families healthy and clean.  Keep a bottle in the car to spray your face after removing your mask, a bottle in your medicine cabinet to replace your toxic first aid products, and one in your outdoor pack for whatever life throws at you.  Use code DOCTORMOM to receive 20% off your order + free shipping (with $35 minimum purchase). Visit BLDGActive.com to order.


INTRODUCE YOURSELF to Steph and Dr. Elana on Instagram. They can’t wait to meet you!

@stephgreunke

@drelanaroumell

Please remember that the views and ideas presented on this podcast are for informational purposes only.  All information presented on this podcast is for informational purposes and not intended to serve as a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis, and/or medical treatment of a healthcare provider. Consult with your healthcare provider before starting any diet, supplement regimen, or to determine the appropriateness of the information shared on this podcast, or if you have any questions regarding your treatment plan.

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