Ask Dr. Sterling Podcast

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How to Set Yourself Up For Breastfeeding Success Jan 24, 2022

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In this episode of Becoming Moms, Dr. Sterling sits down with Sabrina Barber, IBCLC of @motherlylove_lactation to discuss how to set yourself up for a successful breastfeeding journey. Sabrina shares both her best tips and heartfelt wisdom as an expert in breastfeeding support and as a mama who has been there. Their conversation unpacks how to define what "success" means to you and how to truly prepare yourself for becoming a food source.

Sabrina's shame-free approach to lactation support is the reason she is the resident lactation consultant for the Sterling Parents membership.

Resources:

Lactation Services - Home (motherlylovelactation.com)

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

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Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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My 7 Week Pregnancy Diary - Bonus Episode Jan 19, 2022

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In this bonus episode, Dr. Sterling shares a look inside her personal pregnancy journey. This pregnancy diary will give you a glimpse into her mental and physical state as she shares her true experiences and raw emotions. If you are pregnant, know that you are not alone.

This is week 7. She shares more about her previous pregnancies and why she feels she is less attached to her current pregnancy at this stage.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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The Most Important Birth Planning Tip Jan 17, 2022

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In this episode of Becoming Moms, Dr. Sterling answers a common question she gets - "Should I make a birth plan?" Her answer might surprise you!

She walks through why rigid birth plans can be problematic and ways to center your plans around values. Her experience as an ObGyn offers amazing insight on how to best communicate your values and preferences with your labor and delivery team.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Having a hard time in pregnancy? This is for you. Jan 10, 2022

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Sit back, take a deep breath and open yourself up to the messages in this episode. If you are currently experiencing a difficult pregnancy, or have in the past, this episode was made for you. Dr. Sterling shares her experiences throughout her pregnancies, along with those she witnessed as an ObGyn to bring you comfort in knowing you are not alone, and that your experience is valid.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu

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My 5 Week Pregnancy Diary - Bonus Episode Jan 05, 2022

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This is week 5. Surprisingly this is the calm before the storm. In the episodes to follow, you will hear the emotional toll pregnancy can take.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Productivity pressure meets pregnancy fatigue. Jan 03, 2022

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Have you ever been completely exhausted and stressed...and felt like you still should be doing more? Welcome to what Dr. Sterling calls "the DO more pressure." In this episode she breaks down this key element of the Millennial Problem and how pregnancy fatigue can exacerbate it. She shares why fatigue can be both physically and emotionally draining and how to navigate the pressure to be productive in a time when you should prioritize rest. Listen in for her tips to personalize your selfcare and set boundaries that address your needs.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu

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Choosing the Right Ob Provider Dec 27, 2021

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On this episode of the Becoming Moms Podcast, Dr. Sterling shares her perspective as a former Ob provider and Mom for why the relationship between patient and provider is an important part of the reproductive journey. She gives her best tips for finding the right provider for your pregnancy and why it matters. When you spend 9+ months with your provider, it can deeply effect your experience. Let's create a nourishing environment together!

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Treating Anxiety and Depression in Pregnancy Dec 20, 2021

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On this episode of the Becoming Moms Podcast, Dr. Sterling sits down with reproductive psychiatrist Dr. Sarah Oreck, MD MS, to discuss the treatment of anxiety and depression in pregnancy. They dive into the risks and benefits of the most common medications and the different factors to consider when treating anxiety and depression in pregnancy. This educational and heartfelt conversation is a must-listen for those who want to prioritize their mental health throughout their reproductive journey!

Sarah Oreck, MD, MS, is a Columbia University-trained psychiatrist focusing on Women’s Mental Wellness. In addition to her expertise in general and addiction psychiatry, Dr. Oreck is one of a handful of doctors with specialized training in reproductive psychiatry. She runs a private practice in which she combines the most up-to-date medical treatments with talk therapy, meditation, and a whole-body complementary approach.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Pregnancy as a millennial, why is it so hard? Dec 13, 2021

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Welcome back to the Becoming Moms Podcast! This episode dives into why as a millennial, pregnancy can feel so difficult. Dr. Sterling breaks down what she calls "The Millennial Pregnancy Problem", what contributes to this problem and of course... what you can do about it!

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

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Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu

Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ

The Problem with Prenatal Care Dec 05, 2021

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Introducing "Becoming Moms", the podcast where parents come to learn and grow as they move through their reproductive journey and become the moms they were meant to be. Dr. Sterling breaks down the problem with the current approach to prenatal care and how it impacts birthing people and their families. She shares the emerging data showing that emotional health is as important as physical health in pregnancy, how we got trapped in a system that is outdated and the steps we can take to approach pregnancy health in a new way.

Resources:

Sterling Parents Membership - Sterling Parents

Host: Dr. Christine Sterling, Board Certified ObGyn & Founder of Sterling Parents Membership

Music:

Good For You by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0

Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PgU6Mu

Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-K_YSjqKgvQ