#357: Why Willpower Isn’t the Problem: The Science Behind Emotional Eating and How to Stop It with Steph Greunke, RD
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Release Date: 02/25/2025
#380: Pediatric Dental Health and Mouth Breathing: What Every Parent Needs to Know with Dr. Kalli Hale
"Doctor Mom" Podcast | Practical Tips to Be a Proactive Parent
Snoring and mouth breathing are often dismissed, but for children, they can have life-altering effects. From behavioral challenges and ADHD-like symptoms to poor sleep, academic struggles, and even long-term health risks, airway issues can be the missing piece parents never considered. In this episode, dentist and airway health pioneer Dr. Kalli Hale uncovers how early intervention can reshape a child’s health, development, and future. You’ll learn what you can do to support crooked teeth and enlarged tonsils from an integrative approach, how orthodontics can go beyond braces to...
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#379: How Genetic Testing Helps You Personalize Healthcare & Vaccine Support With Natalie Samson
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Genetic testing is more than just ancestry results. It can be one of the most powerful tools for supporting your child’s long-term health and making informed medical decisions. In this empowering episode, Dr. Elana is joined by board-certified genetic counselor, Natalie Samson, to explore how DNA testing can help personalize everything from supplements to nutrition, vaccine protocols and emotional well-being. One of the most important parts of this conversation is how genetic insights can help assess vaccine risk. You’ll learn how inflammation markers, methylation, detox pathways and...
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#378: The 7 Transformative Tools You Need To Thrive with Elise Loehnen
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Women are often praised for being “good” but what if goodness is holding us back from being whole? In this deeply thought-provoking episode, bestselling author Elise Loehnen returns to discuss her new workbook, Choosing Wholeness Over Goodness, a companion to her New York Times bestseller, On Our Best Behavior. They explore how deeply ingrained cultural programming shapes women’s identities, expectations, and stories, often without our awareness. Elise breaks down the seven “sins” that subconsciously govern women’s lives, including the good girl script, perfectionism, and...
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#377: Microdosing GLP-1 for Women and Perimenopause: Debunking Myths with McCall McPherson
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GLP-1s are stirring up a lot of buzz, but most people only know them as a tool for weight loss. In this episode, we dig deeper with functional medicine expert McCall McPherson to uncover how these peptides can do so much more, especially for women navigating thyroid issues, perimenopause, blood sugar, and chronic inflammation. You’ll hear how microdosing GLP-1 can heal metabolism, support thyroid function, reduce autoimmune markers, and help women finally feel seen and supported in their health journeys. McCall shares real patient stories, busts the "calories in and calories out" myth, and...
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#376:The Truth About Antibiotics and Gut Health Every Parent Should Know with Nicky Skinner
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Antibiotic gut support for kids is a hot topic, and in this empowering episode, we dive in with pediatric emergency nurse turned holistic educator, Nicky Skinner. With her background in both conventional and natural medicine, Nicky shares her step-by-step approach to protecting and restoring gut health before, during and after antibiotics. From spore-based probiotics to herbal and biofilm support, she offers simple, actionable guidance for even the busiest moms. You’ll also learn how to ask your doctor the right questions, how to avoid unnecessary antibiotics and when it’s...
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#375: How to Prepare for Postpartum Like a Pro with Dr. Morgan MacDermott
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Pregnancy, postpartum and motherhood are not meant to be navigated alone. In this powerful episode, naturopathic doctor and mom of four Dr. Morgan MacDermott helps us understand why modern motherhood can feel so overwhelming and what we can do about it. From navigating pregnancy and planning for birth to recovering during postpartum and beyond, Dr. Morgan offers a compassionate yet practical roadmap for mothers who want to feel supported, prepared and empowered. We explore the pitfalls of today's fragmented support systems, how to reintroduce time-tested wisdom into your motherhood journey and...
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#374: Navigating Busy Schedules, Perimenopause, and Boundaries with Steph Greunke, RD
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Perimenopause symptoms, parenting challenges, and hormone health are front and center as we kick off Season 16 of The ‘Doctor Mom’ Podcast. In this solo episode, Steph opens up about what she’s doing to support her body and mind during the early stages of perimenopause. She also shares honest reflections on parenting during summer chaos, transitioning her son to contact lenses, and navigating speech therapy. You’ll also get a sneak peek into the exciting guest interviews coming this season, including post-antibiotic healing in kids, oral health and dental devices, and GLP-1s for...
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#373: Freeing Mothers from Worry & Uncertainty with Ciara Burton
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Motherhood can feel like a never-ending cycle of to-dos, emotional burnout, and self-sacrifice. But what if there’s another way? In this heart-centered episode, Steph Greunke sits down with life coach and mom mentor Ciara Burton, who shares how to move from survival mode to a place of soulful fulfillment. Ciara opens up about her own postpartum struggles, the pressure of perfectionism, and how becoming a mother demanded she become a new version of herself. Together, they explore why doing more isn’t the answer and how aligning your actions with your values can help you feel grounded,...
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#372:The Parenting Mistakes We Inherited and How to Break the Cycle with Michaeleen Doucleff
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Cooperative parenting may be the key to less stress and more connection in your home. In this fascinating episode, Dr. Elana sits down with New York Times bestselling author and NPR reporter Michaeleen Doucleff to explore what modern American parents can learn from traditional cultures around the world. Michaeleen shares how traveling to the Yucatán, the Arctic, and Tanzania transformed her parenting and helped her navigate power struggles with her strong-willed daughter. You’ll hear how simple shifts like reducing interference, encouraging autonomy, and inviting children into household...
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#371: Breaking the All or Nothing Mindset Around Food with Steph Greunke, RD
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All-or-nothing thinking around food can leave women stuck in cycles of guilt, bingeing, and starting over every Monday. In this solo episode, registered dietitian Steph Greunke helps you break free from the diet rollercoaster and create a more grounded, sustainable relationship with food. Steph explores how our mindset around nutrition impacts not only our own well-being but also the way we model healthy habits for our kids. You’ll walk away with compassionate tools, mindset shifts, and real-life strategies to approach eating from a place of nourishment—not shame. Whether you’ve...
info_outlineStruggling with stress eating and food cravings? You’re not alone. Emotional eating isn’t about willpower—it’s rooted in brain chemistry, stress responses, and deeply ingrained habits. In this relatable episode, registered dietitian Steph Greunke, RD breaks down the science behind emotional eating and reveals practical strategies to break free from the cycle.
Discover why your brain craves comfort foods, how stress hijacks your decision-making, and why labeling foods as “bad” actually fuels overeating. Steph shares her own experiences with emotional eating, evidenced-based ways to rewire your habits, how to regulate your nervous system and develop a healthier relationship with food—without guilt or restriction.
If you’ve ever found yourself reaching for snacks when you’re overwhelmed, frustrated, or exhausted, this episode is for you. Learn how to recognize triggers, disrupt emotional eating patterns, and nourish your body in a way that feels good. Tune in and take back control—your mindset and metabolism will thank you!
Topics Covered In This Episode:
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The science behind emotional eating
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How stress and cortisol trigger cravings
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Why willpower isn’t the problem
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Mindful eating techniques to stop overeating
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Real-life examples
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How to rewire your brain for healthier habits
Show Notes:
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Click here to learn more about Steph Greunke, RD’s Substack Mindset + Metabolism where women can learn how to nourish their bodies, hit their health and body composition goals, and become the most vibrant version of themselves.
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