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Pulmonary Embolism in Pregnancy: Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore — with RACHEL ROSOVSKY, MD

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Rachel Rosovsky, MD, MPH, a board-certified hematologist at Massachusetts General Hospital and internationally recognized expert in venous thromboembolism (blood clots). Together, we break down one of the leading causes of maternal complications and discuss what every woman should know about blood clot risk during pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond.

We explore how to recognize the warning signs of deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), when swelling is normal versus concerning, and why education and awareness can save lives. We also discuss including pregnant women in research, maternal advocacy, and how conversations about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) fit into the broader picture of women’s health.

We Talk About:

-pulmonary embolisms and deep vein thrombosis

-the preventability of blood issues

-when is pregnancy swelling a problem?

-prioritizing maternal health

-education and raising awareness

-including pregnant women in clinical trials

-HRT and blood clot risk

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

3:10 from math teacher to hematologist

6:13 having a baby during med school

10:10 choosing hematology

12:31 explaining blog clots

17:11 addressing the guidelines for pregnancy

20: are you at higher risk if you’re pregnant? 

24:41 potential problematic symptoms

31:47 seeing a rise in risk postpartum

35:53 where to seek care

40:23 what care can look like

47:12 looking ahead to perimenopause and menopause

52:50 follow your intuition

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH RACHEL

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-rosovsky

Website: https://www.massgeneral.org/doctors/17898/rachel-rosovsky

Guidelines: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41712898/

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

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REWIND // YOUR ESTROGEN TANKED AND NOBODY TOLD YOU WHY POSTPARTUM & PERIMENOPAUSE DR. RACHEL RUBIN

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With everything we’ve covered lately on perimenopause and sexual wellness, this earlier Rubin conversation is worth resurfacing. She breaks down vaginal estrogen, sexual health, and collaborative care across postpartum and perimenopause. Frank, evidence-based, and still under-heard.

Today I speak with Dr. Rachel Rubin,  a board-certified urologist and sexual medicine specialist. Dr. Rubin is passionate about providing comprehensive care to her patients. She views the role of a physician as more than someone who offers diagnoses and prescribes treatments—she sees her role as a coordinator of care for her patients to help them achieve their sexual health goals and improve their quality of life. She also is passionate about educating her patients, hoping to empower them to take control of their own health and advocate for better care.

Rachel and I talk about so many important topics that are so often overlooked. You do not want to miss this conversation!

We  talk about:

-collaborative care

-hormone health 

-how to advocate for yourself and knowing what you need

 -using topical and oral hormones 

-urinary health and hormones

-debunking HRT myths

-shedding light on menopause

-prioritizing mom health

Time Stamps

1:00 introduction

4:01 hormone health and changes

11:10 advocating for yourself

17:30 hormones and the urinary tract

21:30 HRT misconceptions 

27:45 testing and perimenopause

29:30 advice for moms

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH RACHEL

IG: https://www.instagram.com/drrachelrubin/

Website: https://www.rachelrubinmd.com/

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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The Thoughts You’re Too Scared to Say Out Loud — Birth Trauma, Intrusive Thoughts & Postpartum Mental Health with DR. VANESSA KOMAREK (@heavy_lifting_psychologist)

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In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Vanessa Komarek, a licensed psychologist, certified personal trainer, and founder of a group practice in Upstate New York. She specializes in the evidence-based treatment of PTSD and is known for integrating mental health care with physical movement.

This episode explores how trauma can show up after birth, what PTSD symptoms may look like, and why so many moms struggle with unrealistic expectations. We also discuss the athlete identity, the myth of balance, and practical ways to move beyond all-or-nothing thinking with more compassion for yourself.

We Talk About:

-the only constant is change

-dealing with birth trauma

-symptoms of PTSD

-overcoming the all-or-nothing mindset

-dealing with intrusive thoughts

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

6:07 talking about mental load

9:48 what got Vanessa into psychology

12:55 helping moms deal with trauma and expectations

19:55 ignoring the bad advice

23:48 the athlete identity

28:17 balance is a myth

35:58 helping moms overcome perfectionism

37:41 what she has learned in her journey

45:19 being an active mom

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH VANESSA

IG: https://www.instagram.com/heavy_lifting_psychologist/

Website: www.adaptpsych.org

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

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REWIND // Will working out hurt your milk supply? What’s true and what’s myth — KELLY KENDALL, RN, IBCLC aka @thebalancedboob

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The “will exercise mess with my milk?” question comes up constantly, surrounded by fear and bad information. Kendall, a lactation consultant, separates what’s actually supported from the myths. Short, practical, and reassuring for any nursing mom trying to move.

Today I speak with Kelly Kendall, a registered nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Today, we talk about one of the questions I get asked most: how to workout and breastfeed at the same time and do both successfully. Kelly shares her personal experiences with breastfeeding and how that lead her to becoming an IBCLC. We talk about common issues, how to know what’s normal, and where to go for support. Kelly provides such a great perspective for all breastfeeding moms. We talk about logistical issues moms face when starting to add back in workouts postpartum and some solutions.  

Kelly shares a wealth of information about breastfeeding and workouts. You don’t want to miss the interview!

We  talk about:

-becoming an IBCLC

-common breastfeeding struggles

-mom guilt

-the importance of support and community

-not knowing what’s normal

-logistical and nutrition advice

Time Stamps

1:00 introduction

4:19 common issues and struggles

9:15 where moms struggle when starting to add in workouts

11:50 nutrition advice for breastfeeding moms

14:15 additional advice for moms

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

R2R Pro Course: https://learn.carriepagliano.com/ProMCReg

CONNECT WITH KELLY

IG: https://www.instagram.com/thebalancedboob/

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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Everyone’s calling it a ‘tight pelvic floor’… but can we actually feel it? — with Gosia Starzec-Proserpio, PhD

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In this episode, I’m joined by Gosia Starzec-Poserpio, a women’s health physiotherapist, researcher, and educator whose work focuses on pelvic pain and bridging the gap between research and clinical practice. Together, we unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in pelvic health: muscle tone. We discuss what “high tone” actually means, why symptoms don’t always match anatomy, and how pain, muscle function, and the nervous system interact to help bring more nuance and clarity to pelvic floor care.

We Talk About:

-the mental load of motherhood

-the truth about muscle tone

-when the symptoms don’t match the anatomy

-“high tone” and “tight pelvic floor”

-linking pain and increased tone

-nuance in the research

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

3:56 quick fire questions

9:43 troubles breastfeeding

18:55 muscle tone explained

21:54 explaining the research

25:35 communicating with patients

33:51 comparing different measurement modalities

45:53 addressing personal biases

49:11 changes in clinical practice

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH GOSIA

IG: https://www.instagram.com/starzecproserpio_phd/

Linked In: www.linkedin.com/in/mstarzec

Website: https://www.instagram.com/starzecproserpio_phd/

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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REWIND // Leaking when you run is common — but that doesn’t mean it’s something you have to live with — DR. LINDA MCLEAN

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McLean is one of the foremost researchers on the pelvic floor and urinary incontinence, and this conversation cuts through what the science actually shows about why leaking happens with running — and where popular advice gets it wrong. If you’ve ever been told leaking is just part of being a running mom, this will reframe it.

Today, I speak with Dr. Linda McLean, a professor in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences and Chair in Women’s Health Research at the University of Ottawa in Canada. Her research program focuses on understanding the pathophysiological mechanisms associated with pelvic floor disorders in women, and on the development of improved intervention approaches. Linda and her team have been studying the underlying cause of urinary incontinence in runners. Their recent findings may lead to improved strategies for prevention and management so that women can continue to remain active and perform optimally.

We Talk About:

-breaking down the barrier to exercise

-urinary incontinence

-exploring pelvic floor morphology

-running’s effect on morphology

-interventions for exercise incontinence

-strategies to use with running

-evidence based versus evidence informed

-using pessaries

Time Stamps

1:00 Introduction

3:58 bio feedback in pelvic PT

6:46 morphology paper

16:41 the roll strength plays

21:15 connecting clinical findings to research

32:10 intra-abdominal pressure

34:50 different causes of urinary incontinence

40:20 supportive devices

44:29 elongation of the pelvic floor

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH LINDA

IG: https://www.instagram.com/mfm_lab/

Website: www.mfmlab.ca

X: @mfmlab

Facebook: @mfmlabuottawa 

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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You don’t have to look like a runner to be one — with Melanie Cote (@the.curvy.runner)

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In this episode, is speak with Melanie Cote, the creator of The Curvy Runner, where she empowers curvy women and busy moms to run for joy, not punishment. Starting with one-minute intervals, she worked her way to completing her first 10K and half marathon in 2025. Melanie shares an honest, body-positive approach to running focused on consistency, mindset, and fueling, showing that every body belongs in the running world.

We Talk About:

-Cutting through the noise of conflicting information

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

5:08 how our relationship with running has changed

8:43 separating running from weight loss

11:29 becoming more active as kids get older

14:56 being flexible to be consistent

19:55 being creative with winter running

25:32 finding community in running

29:30 deciding to do a Disney half marathon

34:02 running as a curvy woman

43:13 dealing with hormonal changes

48:40 quick hit questions

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH MELANIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/the.curvy.runner/

Website: www.thecurvyrunners.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

Best Exercises for Runners with Chris Johnson Copy

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Bringing this back because the “what exercises should I actually be doing?” question never gets old. Johnson cuts through the noise on rehab and strength work for runners — the movements that move the needle versus the filler. Practical, specific, and easy to act on this week.

Today I speak with Chris Johnson, physical therapist, coach, author, teacher, consultant, and multiple-time Kona qualifier. He is also the creator of The Run Well, an online membership platform and community with a mission to fast-track clinicians, coaches, and trainers, who are looking to specialize in working with runners. Chris’ aim is to be a resource for athletes who are passionate about running and triathlon.

Chris and I talk about many facets recovery from injuries, coming back to running postpartum, and some of the most important exercises you can do, PERIOD! 

We  talk about:

-the love of running

-exercises for runners

-utilizing the power of walking

-slowing down movements to evaluate

-altered movement patterns from injuries

-figuring out what’s heavy enough

-using fundamental movements

-hitting benchmarks before returning to running 

-similarities in returning to run after injury and postpartum

Time Stamps

1:00 introduction

3:55 mistakes everyday runners make

7:40 providing exercises to runners

13:30 moving past the fear of old injuries

17:34 demystifying injury recovery

20:30 figuring out the right weight

27:40 top exercise recommendations

37:00 differences between working with men and women 

44:35 Run Well Program 

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH CHRIS

IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrisjohnsonthept/

Website: https://chrisjohnsonpt.com/

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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Can I Run with Prolapse? Solo Episode — with Dr. Carrie Pagliano, PT

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In this solo episode, I take a deep dive into one of the most common questions I hear from active women: Can you run with pelvic organ prolapse? We separate myths from evidence, explore what the research actually tells us, and discuss why there is no one-size-fits-all answer. Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed or you’re supporting someone who has, this episode is designed to help you make informed decisions without fear.

We also talk about common prolapse symptoms, the role of pelvic floor muscle training, support devices, and how to approach returning to running in a way that fits your body and your goals. If you’ve ever wondered whether running causes prolapse or if you have to give up the activities you love, this episode is for you.

We Talk About:

-Cutting through the noise of conflicting information

-Working past the fear of making symptoms worse

-Do support devices actually work?

-Does running cause prolapse?

-Are Kegels the answer?

-Understanding the different symptoms of prolapse

Time Stamps

0:00 introduction

3:33 mythbuster rapid fire

8:06 no on-size-fits-all prolapse

14:25 how symptoms change with activity

18:03 pressure management and breathing

20:54 importance of early activity

25:01 doing too much too soon

27:05 support devices

30:22 returning to run with prolapse

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

REWIND // Doing all the pelvic floor work and still symptomatic? Your hips might be the missing piece — DR. ALISON GRIMALDI

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This is the single most-downloaded episode in Active Mom history, and most of you who joined in the last two years have never heard it. Grimaldi connects hip strength and stability to the pelvic floor symptoms women keep chasing in isolation. If you’ve been faithfully doing your pelvic floor work without the result you expected, this reframes where to look.

Today I speak with Dr. Aliso Grimaldi, an expert in the management of hip, groin and lumbo-pelvic pain and dysfunction. She is also Principal Physiotherapist at Physiotec and an Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the University of Queensland. Because of her interest in the assessment and optimisation of lumbo-pelvic and lower limb biomechanics, Alison has collaborated with the European Space Agency on research. Alison is passionate about understanding why we develop problems around the hip and pelvis, and what we can do to most effectively prevent and manage these problems. 

We  talk about:

-establishing collaborative care

-relationship between pelvic floor & hip

-strengthening the pelvic floor

-stress incontinence

-using real time ultrasound

-“ban the clam”

Time Stamps

1:00 introduction

5:19 collaborative care

9:30 dead butt syndrome

11:42 certainties of relationship between hip and pelvic floor 

19:40 clinical use of real time ultrasound

23:09 biggest misses by physios

29:34 “ban the clam”

38:30 future research

CONNECT WITH CARRIE

IG: https://www.instagram.com/carriepagliano/

Website: https://carriepagliano.com

CONNECT WITH ALISON

IG: https://www.instagram.com/dralisongrimaldi/

Website (professional): https://dralisongrimaldi.com/

Website: (public): https://hippainhelp.com/

The Active Mom Postpartum Podcast is A Real Moms’ Guide to Postpartum for active moms & the postpartum professionals who help them in their journey.

This show has been a long time in the making!

You can expect conversation with moms and postpartum professionals from all aspects of the industry.

If you’re like me, you don’t have a lot of free time (heck, you’re probably listening at 1.5x speed), so theses interviews will be quick hits to get your the pertinent information FAST!

If you love what you hear, share the podcast with a friend and leave us a 5 start rating and review. It helps us become more visible in the search algorithm! (Helps us get seen by more moms that need to hear these stories!!!!)

Listen on Buzzsprout:

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