Ep. 37 FIVE Things Your OB Won't Tell You But You Absolutely Need to Know with Dr. Stephanie Hack, OB-GYN

I am honored to welcome Dr. Stephanie Hack, OBGYN and mother of 3 beautiful children.​ She hosts one of my favorite podcasts, The Lady Parts Doctor, ​where she helps us tackle the hard questions about ourselves and our health in a way that leaves us feeling confident and empowered—not confused, patronized, or dismissed.​With over 20 years of clinical expertise and advocacy, Dr. Hack ​is a dynamic speaker, entrepreneur, and founder of a groundbreaking women's health educational platform​. She's also a trusted media consultant and member of Elle magazine's Beauty Advisory Board. Her work sparks conversations that drive real change in healthcare, workplaces, and communities. She has ​also served as commissioner for the D.C. Lactation Commission, trained future physicians, and performed countless life-changing procedures.In her own words: "My mission is to demystify women's healthcare as much as I can. Through focusing on proper care of our mind, body, and spirit, I want to empower you to make decisions for yourself and feel confident seeking the care you desire."TODAY SHE SHARES: 5 things your OB won't tell you but you absolutely need to know—and I am HERE for it!Highlights:​03:51 Dr. Hack's Journey Through Motherhood10:02 The Importance of Physical Therapy During Pregnancy​ with reference to:Quality Touch PT DC⁠​⁠Mom Chat ⁠⁠Ep.17 - Dr. Katie Bayer, PT Tyson's⁠​14:48 The Need for Mental Health Support​ - references:​Dr. Nicole Kumi - Midnight Mama Podcast ​⁠Ep.8 MATRESCENCE with Megan MacCutcheon, PMH-C⁠18:11 Building a Support System19:07 The Importance of Support Systems for New Mothers​ 20:13 The Role of Doulas in Pregnancy and Postpartum​ - ​can reduce likelihood of a c-section​, can help shorten labor, ​m​ay lessen need for an operative deliver​y (incl.vacuum deliveries or forceps deliveries​) and​ lead to fewer reports of dissatisfaction with your pregnancy experience. ​Reference: Ep.20 DOULAS CHANGE THE WORLD with Ursula Sabia Sukinik21:10 Creating a Services Registry for New Moms23:20 The Significance of a Mom Tribe​ -    See mamistad.com    26:59 Challenges and Realities of Breastfeeding​ - references:​MOM CHAT Ep.11 BREASTFEEDING GOLD w/Susan Howard, IBCLC​MOM CHAT Ep. 23 Babywearing, Breastfeeding & the Wonders of Skin-to-skin with Laci Tang, IBCLC​Dr. Hack's website: https://ladypartsdoctor.com/ Lady Parts Doctor podcas​t​ is on Apple​ and wherever you listen to podcasts​!Find her on Instagram: @ladypartsdocDr. Hack's Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/I_8hcka1GT0Visit us at ⁠Mamistad.com⁠ for more info about Mamistad and to learn more about Mamistad groups! As always, if you're a new mom, even if it's not with Mamistad, please find your MAMA TRIBE.Visit ⁠MOM CHAT WITH MAMISTAD⁠ to see a list of all episodes and share your podcast idea!Thank you - YOU are appreciated! Take care of each other. Mamistad,Cynthia~Women are incredible, Moms are limitless, and a Sisterhood of Moms is a force of nature.​Information on this podcast is for general information purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for medical care, to diagnose medical conditions, or to prescribe treatment for any specific health condition. We encourage anyone to seek help from a qualified medical professional where issues deem it necessary. No liability is assumed.