Have you ever left a health appointment feeling so motivated, only to lose that momentum a day or two later? You’re not alone. One thing I’ve heard time and time again from patients is, “I just wish I could take you home.” That sentiment has inspired so much of what we’re building—and I’m thrilled to share what’s coming to Advanced Women’s Health in 2026.

This episode is a deep dive into the evolution of care that’s not just about appointments, but about experience. We’re talking about real support, real tools, and real transformation—from the moment you walk through our doors, to every step you take afterwards.

We’re creating the kind of care I’ve always dreamed of offering. It's structured, it’s motivating, and most importantly—it’s doable for real women with real lives.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why one appointment alone isn’t enough to create real change
• How we’re building an immersive onboarding experience to support you from Day 1
• What our new audio-based daily coaching system looks like (and how it works!)
• The five customizable meal systems you can choose from
• How we’re integrating movement, mindset, nutrition, and motivation into one seamless experience
• Why healthcare should be an experience, not a one-off visit
• What makes 2026 different—and how it could change everything for your health journey

This episode is for you if:

• You’re tired of feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice
• You’ve ever left an appointment thinking, “Now what?”
• You want ongoing support and motivation but don’t know where to find it
• You love the idea of a more accessible, personalized, and whole-person approach to wellness
• You’re ready to feel capable, empowered, and excited about your health again

Let’s make 2026 your most empowered year yet. Tune in and see what we’ve been building just for you.

When it feels like your body just won’t calm down—when you’re anxious, wired, or constantly on edge—it’s often your nervous system trying to protect you. In this episode, we explore how stress, trauma, and even everyday overwhelm can get stuck in the body, and what it really takes to shift into a state of true healing.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What the nervous system actually is and how it affects your health.

• The difference between “fight or flight” and “rest and digest”—and why balancing the two matters.

• How trauma, stress, and even poor sleep or nutrition can keep your body in a stress state without you knowing it.

• Why motivation often comes after action, not before it.

• Practical tools you can use right away to reset your nervous system and start feeling better.

  
  

This episode is for you if:

• You feel stuck in survival mode but can’t figure out why.

• You’ve been told to “just relax” but it never works.

• You’re curious about craniosacral therapy or how massage therapy can support emotional and physical healing.

• You want to know how your breath, blood sugar, sleep, and even technology use are impacting your stress levels.

• You’re ready to make small, supportive changes that create long-lasting resilience.

In this deep and heartfelt conversation, Dr. Andrea Whelan is joined by Registered Massage Therapist and craniosacral therapist Lisa Lopez. Together, they unpack what it means to truly heal—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally. You’ll hear real talk about trauma, parenting, burnout, daily stress, and how simple changes can begin to shift your body back into a healing state.

This is not about doing everything perfectly. It’s about understanding your body better, and gently giving it what it needs to feel safe, grounded, and supported again.

Resources & Mentions:

• Interested in working with Advanced Women’s Health? We’re accepting patients in BC and Ontario—join the waitlist if you’re in another province. [Link in show notes]

• Stay tuned for Dr. Andrea and Lisa’s upcoming course on nervous system healing—details coming soon!

Hi everyone, it’s Dr. Sarah. In today’s “Inside Clinical Rounds,” I’ve passed the mic to our incredible team at Advanced Women’s Health. Dr. Alessandra leads this episode and is joined by Dr. Liz and Dr. Bianca for a deep dive into real clinical cases we’ve seen in the clinic.

These conversations are an inside look at how our practitioners think, how we work together, and how we approach complex women’s health cases through a truly integrative lens. We’re pulling back the curtain to show you what happens behind the scenes — and why individualized care matters so much.

From tricky digestion symptoms and bile acid diarrhea to the stress-inflammation connection and unexpected endometriosis presentations, this episode is packed with insight. Whether you’re a fellow practitioner or someone navigating these issues yourself, there’s something here for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How stress and nervous system dysregulation can show up as persistent digestive issues
• What bile acid diarrhea is, and why it’s often missed
• The role of inflammation in gut health and hormone balance
• How we identify and treat endotoxemia (a fancy word for toxins from the gut entering the bloodstream)
• What we look for in possible endometriosis cases beyond just period pain
• Why individualized testing and treatment plans make all the difference

This episode is for you if:

• You’ve been told your labs are “normal” but still feel off
• You’ve tried everything for your digestion and still don’t have answers
• You’re curious how stress could be affecting your physical symptoms
• You’re a practitioner who wants to sharpen your clinical lens
• You love seeing how real patients are supported with compassionate, evidence-based care

Want to see how naturopathic doctors think through complex cases? You’ll love this one.

Thanks for listening,Dr. Sarah

As we step into a new year, I wanted to take a moment to reflect, reset, and share with you what I see unfolding in the world of women’s health in 2025. In this solo episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on some key healthcare trends, practical tools, and a few personal favorites that are helping me feel my best right now.

There’s a lot of noise out there about what women “should” be doing, but this conversation is all about tuning in to what actually matters. From learning how to align your life with your hormones to embracing strength training and community as essential parts of wellness, we’re diving into real-life strategies for thriving—not just surviving—this year.

Plus, I’ll walk you through some of the simple things that are making a big difference in my everyday routine, from what I’m drinking in the morning to the red light I’m sitting under while recording this.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why individual, hormone-aware healthcare is more important than ever
• How more women are embracing strength training and why it matters
• The role of community, connection, and movement in your long-term health
• My top favorite wellness tools and routines right now
• How I’m supporting my nervous system and energy in 2025

This episode is for you if:

• You’re curious about what’s changing in women’s health this year
• You want to feel better without overhauling your entire life
• You’re looking for small but impactful ways to support your hormones, mood, and energy
• You love a peek behind the scenes of what’s working for someone else (with no pressure to copy it)

Let this episode be your reminder that your health doesn’t need to be perfect—it just needs to be supported. And sometimes, that starts with one small shift.

If this episode resonates with you, feel free to take a screenshot and share it on Instagram. Tag me @drsarah_nd so I can thank you personally.

In this episode, I hand the mic over to Dr. Aless from our Advanced Women’s Health team for a fascinating conversation with registered acupuncturist Allison Adams. Together, they dive into what acupuncture really is, how it works, and why it's such a powerful tool in women’s health.

Allison shares how acupuncture affects everything from your nervous system and hormones to digestion and sleep—and why so many women are turning to this ancient therapy for modern-day issues. They also discuss how acupuncture can support fertility, pregnancy, period pain, perimenopause, and even cosmetic goals. If you’ve ever been curious about how sticking tiny needles in your body could actually help you feel better—this episode is for you.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How acupuncture supports hormonal balance and nervous system regulation

• What a typical acupuncture session looks like

• The difference between traditional and modern acupuncture

• How acupuncture helps with fertility and pregnancy symptoms

• Why period pain, digestion issues, and sleep can improve with treatment

• What facial acupuncture is and how it works

• Common myths and fears around acupuncture—debunked

• Why relaxation is a big part of the healing process
  

This episode is for you if:

• You’re curious about acupuncture but unsure what to expect

• You’ve been dealing with chronic stress, anxiety, or burnout

• You’re trying to conceive or struggling with cycle irregularities

• You’re pregnant and looking for natural support

• You want a natural way to support your skin, digestion, or sleep

• You’re just looking for a gentle, evidence-informed approach to better health

  
  

Book with Allison Adams, R.Ac. Allison practices at our Port Credit location and is currently accepting new patients.

Book with Allison here

In this episode of the Advanced Women’s Health Podcast, Dr. Heather Elford, ND, and Dr. Erin Kooy, DC lead a powerful and practical conversation around supporting the female body during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Together, they dive into how pregnancy impacts everything from hormones and posture to pelvic floor function, thyroid health, and energy levels. Rather than reinforcing the outdated narrative that women are fragile during this time, they explore how strength can be reclaimed—mentally, emotionally, and physically.

Whether you’re planning a pregnancy, currently expecting, or navigating the often-overlooked postpartum stage, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and actionable steps to support your health every step of the way.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why pregnancy doesn’t mean fragility—and what strength actually looks like

• How the body changes structurally during pregnancy and postpartum

• The role of hormones like relaxin, insulin, and thyroid in your energy and mood

• What to know about pelvic floor shifts and recovery

• How nutrient depletion and overlooked thyroid issues can affect healing

• Why so many women feel dismissed postpartum—and what better care looks like

This episode is for you if:

• You’re pregnant and want real, supportive information

• You’re postpartum and feeling dismissed, depleted, or confused

• You want to better understand how to prepare your body before and after birth

• You believe women deserve better care and more answers in motherhood

Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and review the show.If you loved this episode, take a screenshot and tag @advancedwomenshealth on Instagram to continue the conversation.

In this episode of the Advanced Women’s Health Podcast, Dr. Michelle Mussar, ND, sits down with Dr. Natalie Scheer, ND, for a real-world look at what’s coming through the clinic doors. From PCOS misdiagnoses and irregular cycles to metabolic shifts, early perimenopause, and stress-related hormone disruptions — they cover it all.

This clinical roundtable offers a behind-the-scenes view into how the Advanced Women’s Health team approaches care: with thoughtful questions, personalized strategies, and a deep commitment to treating the whole person — not just lab numbers.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why so many women are misdiagnosed with PCOS — and what to look out for

• The difference between PCOS, hypothalamic amenorrhea, and early perimenopause

• How life changes like stopping sport, weight shifts, and stress impact hormones

• The hidden role of insulin resistance in weight gain and fatigue

• Why emotional stress and food shame often block progress

• How realistic, sustainable plans (not perfection) lead to real results

This episode is for you if:

• Your cycles have changed and you don’t know why

• You’ve been told you have PCOS — but it doesn’t quite add up

• You’re tired of being handed one-size-fits-all hormone advice

• You’re overwhelmed by information on social media and need clarity

• You want a real look into how clinical care actually works

🎧 Listen now and discover what’s really working in women’s health care — and why your story deserves a second look.

📍 Book with our team or learn more at advancedwomenshealth.ca

Your thyroid might be small — but its impact on your hormones, energy, and overall health is massive.

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Micaela Gregory, ND to unpack one of the most misunderstood areas in women’s health: the thyroid. We talk about how thyroid issues like hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s often go undetected, what symptoms to look for, and how they can affect everything from your period to your mood and metabolism.

Dr. Micaela shares her clinical insights and compassion-first approach to treating thyroid dysfunction — with a focus on getting to the root of the problem, not just treating lab numbers.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How your thyroid affects your hormones, energy, cycles, and mood
• The difference between hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and Hashimoto’s
• What symptoms to watch for — even if your labs are “normal”
• Why many thyroid cases go undiagnosed or undertreated in women
• How irregular periods, heavy bleeding, and fertility are linked to thyroid health
• What a full thyroid workup should really include
• When to look beyond TSH levels for a clearer picture
• Lifestyle, nutritional, and medical strategies that support thyroid balance
  

This episode is for you if...

• You’re feeling tired, foggy, bloated, or off — and can’t figure out why

• You’ve been told your thyroid is “fine” but still don’t feel well

• You’re struggling with irregular periods, heavy bleeding, or hormonal shifts

• You’re curious about autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto’s

• You want a more informed, compassionate approach to thyroid treatment

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast app and tag Dr. Micaela @feelbetter.livebetter and @drsarah_nd with your biggest takeaways.