Ask Dr. Sterling Podcast

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Rx for Better Sex After Baby Jun 26, 2024

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After a full year off from podcasting, Dr. Sterling returns with more passion and purpose than ever before. Join her and podcast producer, Claire, as they explore the complexities of sex postpartum. Dr. Sterling dives into the impact of childbirth on the vagina, practical tips for boosting your libido and how to transform sex from a chore into a stress reliever.

The Ask Dr. Sterling podcast is here to tackle your burning questions - the ones you are too nervous to ask your OB. Have a question for Dr. Sterling to answer on the podcast? Send it to podcast@sterlingparents.com!

Follow us at @askdrsterlingpodcast on Instagram & tiktok and check out the only membership designed to reduce the worries & anxieties of pregnancy and postpartum - Sterling Parents Membership

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

Treating Mothers Like Athletes with Dr. Lara Morgan Jun 19, 2023

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In this episode of Becoming Moms, Dr. Sterling sits down with Dr. Lara Morgan, MD to dive into how our current healthcare system serves mothers and how an athletic training approach could completely change the game.

Lara Morgan Lee, MD is a board-certified Sports Medicine Physician and former professional team doctor who after her own pregnancy and postpartum journey realized traditional medical care was simply put, failing mothers. Leveraging her career experience with athletes she turned her focus to providing the education and empowerment one needs from expecting to years after baby. The vision is clear: bridge the gap to elevate the traditional way medicine is delivered for mothers the same way we care for athletes.

Dr. Sterling & Dr. Morgan share the same mission; when you invest in mothers, you can change the world. Don't miss this impactful conversation!

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

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Sushi, Hot Baths & Caffeine: A Discussion of the Do's and Don'ts in Pregnancy May 22, 2023

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Becoming Moms is back with a mini series answering your burning questions. If you want to hear the “in-the-know” truths, the real story behind all the restrictions in pregnancy, and specifically the 3 ones asked about the most– sushi, hot baths, caffeine etc this episode is for you.

Dr. Sterling shares: where the restrictions come from as well as the restrictions she followed, and the ones she didn’t in her own pregnancies. This is the true story… of 3 pregnancy restrictions… find out what happens when an ObGyn stops being polite… and starts getting real.

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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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Are you ready for pregnancy/baby? Part 2 Dec 08, 2022

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In this episode of Becoming Moms, Dr. Sterling continues the conversation of knowing when you are "ready" to grow your family. We often believe readiness is an achievement you can unlock by doing certain things. The reality is, even seasoned moms will have days they do not feel ready for motherhood.

Tune in for this shortened episode and take time to explore the thoughts, emotions and questions that arise for you.

Resources:

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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Are You Ready to Start Trying to Conceive? Dec 01, 2022

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Have you ever said, "I'll start trying to conceive once we buy a house." or "Let's start trying to conceive once I change jobs."? In this episode, Dr. Sterling breaks down the internal and external reasons we grapple with when planning to grow our family. Often times, external reasons represent an internal feeling.

If you are ready to explore the question of "Am I ready to start trying to conceive?", tune in to this episode for tips on navigating this decision. We rarely arrive to decisions with 100% certainty without taking the time to listen to ourselves. Dr. Sterling is here to guide you and reduce your mental load.

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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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A Better Way to Look at Postpartum Nov 22, 2022

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In this episode, Dr. Sterling shares an expert from a discussion inside the Sterling Parents membership. As she prepared for her final postpartum experience, she sat down with members for a powerful conversation about what it takes to move through postpartum and the skills that can support you through such a vulnerable time. There is no better time to prepare for postpartum, then during pregnancy. Tune in to learn valuable tips from parents who've navigated the ins and outs of postpartum and get a sneak peek inside the membership experience!

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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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Call Your OB!! Nov 09, 2022

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In this episode, Dr. Sterling discusses the concerns that weigh on us during pregnancy and the decision of when to call our Ob providers. If you've ever hesitated calling your Ob because you didn't want to be a bother - this episode is for you! It's time we let go of the mental load we burden ourselves with and learn a better way to manage our worries. .

Resources:

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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Reducing the Mental Load of Pregnancy Oct 31, 2022

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Dr. Sterling is back to shed light on the mental load of pregnancy! In this episode, she breaks down the weight of the mental load throughout the reproductive journey. You might be surprised that this dynamic starts well before parenting and feeling like the "default" parent.

Resources:

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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The Sterling Birth Method Aug 29, 2022

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In this episode, Dr. Sterling introduces "The Sterling Birth Method". Five years in the making, this birth method will revolutionize how people plan, navigate and process birth. Even with all the knowledge of an ObGyn, after the birth of her daughter, she realized traditional birth preparation was not enough. It's time to take "the perfect birth" off a pedestal and prepare birthing people for all possible outcomes. Tune in to hear the framework for The Sterling Birth Method and check out Sterling Parents for more on the upcoming workshops.

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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Preventing Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Aug 22, 2022

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In this episode, Dr. Sterling shares her advice for preventing and preparing for postpartum depression and anxiety. While there has been great work done to de-stigmatize mental health conditions in postpartum - it's time to talk prevention. Her three pillars in preventing PPD and PPA are important steps all pregnant people should take. Whether you have experienced depression or anxiety in the past, or simply want to be prepared for all possible postpartum experiences, this episode is one you won't want to miss.

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