Today Steph and Dr. Elana recap the interview with Rosanne Austin, a leading mindset coach for women in the midst of infertility. They discuss the importance of mindset when it comes to conceiving, how to slow down instead of speeding up for optimal outcomes, the importance of building a “bump squad,” and how to navigate fertility psychosis–when your entire life revolves around conceiving. 

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Topics Discussed:

• Why mindset matters when it comes to conceiving
• Common struggles of people with Type A personalities
• Shifting from a “masculine” to a more “feminine” approach
• Overcoming information overload
• What to do when your life becomes revolved around conceiving

Show Notes:

• Rosanne’s website: From Maybe to Baby
• Rosanne’s free book: Am I the Reason I Am Not Getting Pregnant?
• Follow Rosanne on Instagram
• Learn more about Whole Mamas Pregnancy Program
• Sign up for our Weekly Pregnancy Emails
• Take the Free Mini-Course at Dr. Elana’s Med School For Moms 
• Schedule an appointment with Dr. Elana
• Follow Steph and Elana on Instagram
• Whole Mamas Podcast Archive

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Stephanie interviews Dr. Jolene Brighten, Functional Medicine Naturopathic Medical Doctor, to discuss post-birth control syndrome. We explore the pros and cons of birth control, nutrients that are depleted while taking the pill, how to navigate symptoms you may experience, how you can work with your provider, and ultimately how to make the best decision for yourself and your family.

Topics Discussed:

• What happens to your body when you’re on the pill
• How to work with your provider
• Considerations for those looking to conceive
• Impacts on your libido and ways you can get it back
• What you can do right now to take back your health

Show Notes:

• Dr. Brighten’s website
• Follow Dr. Brighten on Instagram
• Pre-order Dr. Brighten’s new book, Ditch The Pill
• 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.

Enjoy the listen! You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher or Spotify. We’d love to hear your thoughts on Instagram or Facebook.

Bio: Dr. Jolene Brighten is a Functional Medicine Naturopathic Medical Doctor and the founder of Rubus Health, a women’s medicine clinic that specializes in women’s hormones. She is recognized as a leading expert in Post-Birth Control Syndrome and the long-term side effects associated with hormonal contraceptives. Dr. Brighten is the author of Ditch the Pill, a 30 day plan to support women on birth control, help them transition off, and eliminate symptoms of post-birth control syndrome. She is a speaker, women’s health advocate and a medical advisor for one of the first data-driven apps to offer women personalized birth control recommendations.

Please remember that the views on this podcast and website are not meant to be substituted for medical advice, shouldn’t be used to diagnose, treat or cure any conditions, and are intended for general information purposes only.