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In this episode, Dr. Marcy Forta discusses body image, social media influences, how we talk to our kids about food and our bodies, and so much more.
Dr. Marcy Forta is the Founder and Director of Atzmi, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening self-worth, self-compassion, emotional wellbeing, and healthy body image in Jewish orthodox adolescent girls, with the goal of preventing eating disorders before they begin. She is the creator of the My Best Self Project, a school-based prevention curriculum implemented in schools across the United States and internationally and supported by ongoing research evaluating its effectiveness.

Through student programming, parent education, and educator training, Dr. Forta helps communities better understand the cultural pressures girls face and equips them with practical, evidence-based tools to foster resilience, emotional regulation, and a healthier relationship with the body. She is a sought-after speaker who presents to schools, communities, and professional audiences on adolescent mental health, eating disorder prevention, parenting, and self-compassion.

Dr. Forta is the author of How Can I Help My Daughter? A Mother’s Guide to Nurturing Her Daughter’s Best Self and remains deeply committed to helping the next generation of girls grow into confident, emotionally healthy young women.
https://marcyforta.com/
https://atzmi.org/
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/the-body-project/
https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/about-us/

https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/atzmi-my-body-is-not-my-self/id1500215343?i=1000567473562
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In this episode, Dr. Bruce Lanphear discusses what we all CAN do about environmental toxins, which is a WE problem, not just a ME problem- we need to band together to solve this ! He also discusses what you CAN do as an individual, as well. A REALLY important topic!
Bruce Lanphear, MD, MPH, is a preventive medicine physician and professor at Simon Fraser University in Vancouver—and one of the world’s leading voices on how toxic chemicals shape children’s health. For more than 30 years, he’s studied everyday exposures like lead, fluoride, and pesticides, helping drive the landmark conclusion that there is no safe level of lead and informing federal health standards along the way. What sets Bruce apart is his focus upstream: not just treating disease but
preventing it. Through his project Little Things Matter, he creates clear, engaging videos that reveal how invisible chemical exposures affect our kids—and what we can do to stop harm before it starts. He also writes on Substack about the hidden burden of toxic chemicals and why protecting our health begins long before the doctor’s office.
https://littlethingsmatter.ca/
https://blanphear.substack.com/

Oulthote Phthalates SRS EHP 2020 (1).pdf

Alampi Chemical Mixtures Folate ASD Env Epi 2025 (1).pdf

https://nontoxicneighborhoods.org/

https://www.sfu.ca/fhs/about/people/profiles/bruce-lanphear.html
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This is an overview of normal mood changes after birth and perinatal mood disorders with perinatal mental health therapist Danielle Mizrahi, LCSW, PMH-C
Danielle Mizrahi, LCSW, is a certified perinatal mental health professional.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/danielle-mizrahi-west-hempstead-ny/228219

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As a dedicated therapist specializing in maternal mental health, I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help individuals navigate the complex emotional challenges that can arise during fertility treatments, pregnancy, and the postpartum period. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your feelings, build resilience, and find the strength to thrive during these significant life transitions. Together, we can work towards your mental well-being and overall quality of life. As a dedicated therapist specializing in maternal mental health, I am passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based care to help individuals navigate the complex emotional challenges that can arise during fertility treatments, pregnancy, and the postpartum period. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can explore your feelings, build resilience, and find the strength to thrive during these significant life transitions. Together, we can work towards your mental well-being and overall quality of life.

I specialize in providing support to women throughout all stages of their reproductive lifespan.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Danielle Mizrahi now - (516) 259-6964
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Please note that while I am a pediatrician, I am not your child's pediatrician. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. For any medical concerns or decisions, please reach out to your child’s health care professional.