This is a really interesting episode we bring to you today all about holistic healing and we promise you will learn something from this! Today our guest is Dr. Bridgette Chelf, DC, owner of Ocean Wellness in Solana Beach, CA.  She shares her knowledge on the root cause of chronic diseases and inflammatory conditions...your gut health. Dr. Chelf strives to stay current with new research to present the most recent healthcare options and treatments for her clients. Her specialties include...

It's Bladder Month here for the ladies...& we decided to record a "part 2" of our other episode about bladder control issues.  This time we crush all the Myths when it comes to "leaking!" Dr. Emma Stephens graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center with a doctorate in physical therapy, and has been passionate in her career ever since. About 2 years ago, Dr. Emma began her journey as a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, and she has since been awarded the Certificate of...

"This time of the month is about laying in bed, eating chocolate, and huge mood swings for me..."  Sound familiar?  Cramping, headaches, mood changes, back pain, etc. does NOT have to be the norm when it comes to your Period! Our guests, Kelly & Tiffany, know a ton about women's health share their expertise on the things women need to know about "Fixing Your Period" Beautiful One Midwifery was born in 2018 from a dream that Kelly and Tiffany had to offer services to expectant parents...

Only a few more days left for our special event online: 5 Tips to Eliminate Painful Sex (& Keep You from Worrying About the Effect on Your Relationship) Webinar Have you found yourself wondering, "Is my sex life always going to be this way?" or "I am worried this is affecting my relationship"... Pain with sex is actually very common, and very treatable!  Here we break down the reasons why it is happening and give actionable steps to finally resolve it! We offer a private setting online...

Just in time for Valentine's Day we have continued our series on this important topic! Yep...we are going there, all the revealing, even personal details in this episode from the team at LEVEL4 PT & Wellness all about SEX! Women suffer in silence, worry that this issue has affected their relationship, and don't know where to turn...Painful Sex is a common problem that is actually very treatable, even though your doctor might have dismissed it! This episode you will learn: why does...

Expectant mother or exhausted new mom?  We spend so much time on the "birth plan," but what about your postpartum plan (actually is soooo important so you can enjoy and thrive in as your new baby arrives!  Kathryn Keener, Director of One Moon Doula in San Diego, CA is our guest on this episode! What you will learn: What we wish we would have known after having babies that would have saved us lots of stress and sleep! What is missing from postnatal care in the traditional medical system...

"I feel like my body is falling apart after 40" or "I can't do the things I used to"... sound familiar? Our guest on this episode has some insight in the things women need to know about conservative options and what can actually solve a lot of the common aches and pains we have as we age (age gracefully, right?1).   Dr. Angela is an Oregon-based Naturopathic Doctor who has made it her mission to change how we approach and treat chronic joint pain by reversing the causes of arthritis, one...

"Getting 1% Better Every Day Counts For a Lot In The Long-Run" Theme of the year...focus on your health, right? Stop with the New Year's Resolutions, Stop with the goals....UNTIL you listen to what is actually going to keep you on track! This is our first episode of 2021 to set you up for success creating healthy habits and dropping the bad ones. Dr. Dawn will coach you through a session on this topic and here's what you will learn: 4 top ways to increase the likeliness your habit will...

It's estimated that as much as 80% of the population will experience a back problem at some time in their lives! This is the most popular topic we get asked about and when you listen to this episode Dr. Dawn herself discusses what has helped the 1000s of people finally solve it!  This is the best info ALL women need to know about solving back pain once and for all!   What you will learn: What are the top 6 things you can do today if you deal with nagging chronic back pain (hint, you have...

This episode we welcome mompreneur, Christa Gurka, MSPT, NCPT! A board certified orthopedic physical therapist specializing in Pilates-based fitness, injury prevention, and wellness Christa Gurka’s career spans more than 3 decades in the health and wellness industry. She is the founder and CEO of Miami’s Pilates in the Grove, which serves the local Coconut Grove and South Miami communities as well as national and international clientele with online and virtual programming. She is the Pilates...

A very special team member of LEVEL4 PT & Wellness joins the podcast today to share her knowledge with women of all ages! Dr. Emma Stephens graduated from the University of Texas Health Science Center with a doctorate in physical therapy, and has been passionate in her career ever since. About 2 years ago, Dr. Emma began her journey as a Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, and she has since been awarded the Certificate of Achievement in Pelvic Physical Therapy (CAPP) by the American...

Dr. Danielle Lewis, a pelvic floor and orthopedic physical therapist from the Cleveland Clinic (and Dr. Dawn's sister!) joins her on this episode as she is navigating her own pregnancy journey right now! What you will learn: What are the safest and most effective ways of working on your "core" during pregnancy What is missing from prenatal and postnatal care that all moms need to know What advice she gives her patients when they ask about returning to exercise postpartum What she is...

Our very own team member from LEVEL4 PT & Wellness joins us for this special episode! Deb Krutiak is a Pilates and Movement Specialist.  Her introduction to the method of Pilates (not the only type of exercise that will be on this list today) began after researching ways to improve her own health and wellness. Pilates provided a comprehensive approach that included physical exercise, concentration, flexibility and breathing. Her practice, which resulted in, improved attitude, increased...

Ladies, have you joined our "Rebuild Your Body After Kids" free online challenge?  No matter how long it's been since you had kids, or if you are newly postpartum...join our free online fitness challenge to see if your pelvic floor and core can "hold up" and stop you from bladder problems and MORE!  The secrets to feel more confident when jumping or running will be revealed in this challenge! On this podcast episode we chat with Jaren Soloff, RD IBCLC who has a new book coming out very soon,...

Did you know that Naturopathic doctors are really all about optimizing your health and may look at things from a different perspective than your MD?  From personal experience, I have learned so much from Dr. Meg Strodel when it came to my own struggles in my early 40s that I had to have her on this podcast! Dr. Meagan Strodel is a Naturopathic Doctor in Encinitas, California. She enjoys helping women figure out what exactly is going on with their hormones, and more! She treats digestive...

What a perfect topic released on a monumental day in 2020...Election Day!  And we all need to take a deep breath no matter which way you voted. 2020 has been a year of obstacles and added stresses in life for many and we can't wait to have you listen to the expert on this topic! Sue Shrinkle had virtual Happy Hour with me today!  She began her career in 2010, working with adolescents and their families in the school setting. After graduating from her Masters program, she worked with United...

Welcome to our 3rd episode and it is on one of my favorite topics...fitness! We interview Jessica H. Maurer, who is the Senior Director of FIT4MOM, a nationwide company that supports moms from pregnancy and beyond. Her passion is helping people reach their full potential through education, with a concentration in fitness programming & instructor development, as well as brand creation & awareness. She is also the owner of FIT4MOM Asheville, and is a consultant for well-known fitness...

"Cheers" and welcome to this lighthearted, but informative podcast all about popular topics in women's health, as Dr. Dawn Andalon walks you through what to expect in this brand new show. Be sure to subscribe to receive all the new episodes automatically and thank you for being here! You can find us at: https://www.level4pt.com/womens-health/

This fun episode features a special guest, Jessica Maurer, fitness guru and Senior Director of Instructor Development at FIT4MOM. Jessica H. Maurer’s passion is helping people reach their full potential through education, with a concentration in fitness programming & instructor development, as well as brand creation & awareness. not only is Jessica is the Senior Director of Instructor Development at FIT4MOM, she is also the owner of FIT4MOM Asheville, and is a consultant for...

This is a fun happy hour where we sit down on a friday night in our office discussing a topic we love helping women solve! Special guest and LEVEL4 PT & Wellness team member, Dr. Lindsay Fader, joins the podcast to talk all about the COMMON, but not normal issue of bladder urgency and frequency.  What you will learn: Why Kegels might not be for you The hidden secrets to solving your bladder problem What you need to do in your 30s and 40s so you don't need surgery later in life ...

"Cheers" and welcome to this lighthearted, but informative podcast all about popular topics in women's health, as Dr. Dawn Andalon walks you through what to expect in this brand new show. Be sure to subscribe to receive all the new episodes automatically and thank you for being here!