Join us in this episode as we sit down with Dr. Ricki Pollycove to discuss her upcoming book, A Happy, Healthy Mom: Your Guide to Less Stress, Better Teamwork, and More Joy on the Journey. A nationally recognized OB-GYN with more than four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Pollycove shares practical guidance for navigating pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and the many physical and emotional changes that come with motherhood. Drawing from both her medical expertise and personal experience as a mother, she offers a compassionate perspective on helping women thrive through every stage of life.

Dr. Pollycove practices at San Francisco Integrative Gynecology, where she focuses on women's health, hormone optimization, healthy aging, and preventive care. Throughout her career, she has educated both patients and healthcare professionals on topics including fertility, menopause, bioidentical hormones, breast health, and maternal wellness. She is also the author of The Pocket Guide to Bioidentical Hormones and continues to lecture internationally on women's health and integrative medicine.

This conversation covers:

How new mothers can reduce stress during the postpartum transition.
The importance of teamwork and support throughout parenthood.
Strategies for balancing self-care while caring for a growing family.
Common challenges mothers face during pregnancy and postpartum recovery.

Whether you're preparing for your first child, navigating the early years of parenthood, or simply interested in women's health, this episode offers thoughtful advice and practical strategies for supporting both mothers and families!

Connect with Dr. Pollycove:

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