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Struggling with depression or anxiety either during or after pregnancy is very common, yet difficult to talk about. In this Health Styles podcast Licensed Clinical Social Worker Tara Biarkis and Labor and Delivery nurse Jessica Skidmore, RN,  share insights on maternal mental health and when to seek help. Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Pelvic floor dysfunction, refers to a wide range of disorders such as incontinence and pelvic pain. These issues occur when muscles of the pelvic floor are weak, tight or torn. For some people, physical therapy can be a life changer. Learn more from our guest, Shelby Niebrugge, from Sarah Bush Lincoln Physical Therapy.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

If this is the year you decide to get fit, Exercise Specialist Seth Bland from Sarah Bush Lincoln is here to provide you information and advice from getting prepared and setting goals to exercise frequency and recovery Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Chelsea Allen-LaBaume, LPC, from Sarah Bush Lincoln addresses the what, why and how to set boundaries in your relationships.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Chelsea Allen-LaBaume, LPC, from Sarah Bush Lincoln talks about ways to help children manage and regulate big emotions.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Sarah Bush Lincoln Cardiologist B. Lakshmi talks about the range of screenings used to determine heart disease and risk for having a heart attack including EKG, stress test, cholesterol and calcium CT score.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Dakota Jones, from Sarah Bush Lincoln Hospice talks about the benefits of mindfulness and how simple techniques can ease anxiety, improve memory and regulate emotions.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

For some children going back to school creates stress and anxiety. When should you be concerned it’s more than just nerves? Licensed Professional Counselor Chelsea Allen-LaBaume explains the signs and signals of anxiety in children.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Physical therapists work in a variety of settings and help people get back their mobility following surgery or injury. In this podcast we are talking with Lauren Williams, PT, from Sarah Bush Lincoln about the details of physical therapy, common misconceptions and a few tips we can implement now to help with neck and shoulder discomfort.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Diabetes, while highly treatable with new medications and monitoring systems, can lead to serious health complications if not managed properly. In this podcast we are talking to Hannah Dukeman, APRN, from Sarah Bush Lincoln Endocrinology about the risks and complications of diabetes.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Andrew McDevitt, APRN, from the Sarah Bush Lincoln Medical Clinic talks about medically supervised weight loss options including the latest medications and the importance of lifestyle changesSupport the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

SBL Pulmonologist and Critical Care Physician Jeremy Topin, MD, shares insight on critical care and how a new CCU at Sarah Bush Lincoln will benefit patients and families. Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

SBL Pulmonologist and Critical Care Physician Jeremy Topin, MD, discusses a variety of lung issues and treatments including COPD, pneumonia and COVID.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Time is critical when it comes to stroke treatment, yet many people wait, thinking the symptoms will just resolve on their own. In this podcast  Sarah Bush Lincoln Neurologist Fatima Alao, MD will address stroke and why time is vital to reducing long term complications and death. Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Scott Meyer, MD, OB/GYN from Sarah Bush Lincoln Women’s Healthcare reviews birth control options from short acting to long acting methods. He also shares pros and cons of each type.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Jennifer Shunk, Au.D., from Sarah Bush Lincoln Audiology covers a range common questions about hearing loss including when to get tested, how hearing aids work and how to preserve the hearing we have.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Scott Meyer, MD, with Sarah Bush Lincoln Women’s Healthcare provides information on cervical cancer and how screening tests and the HPV vaccine can significantly reduce a woman’s risk for getting this type of cancer.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

How can you get your kids to eat healthier and more involved in meal time? Laura Bollan, Director of SBL Healthy Communities will provide advice on getting kids involved in cooking, healthy food swaps, dealing with picky eaters and finding time to cook healthy. Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

What are your healthcare wishes should you become critically ill? Who can make healthcare decisions for you if you are unable to? Questions like this are part of an Advance Directive. SBL Pulmonologist Jeremy Topin, MD, shares his personal story and professional experience with end of life care. Lincolnland Hospice Social Worker, Katie Brown explains the different types of advanced directives and ideas for getting this important conversation started with your family. Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter

Spencer Bailey, Exercise Specialist from the SBL Center for Healthy Living provides information and advice on how you can change up your workout, when it’s now longer working you out.Support the show Sarah Bush Lincoln is a 149-bed, not-for-profit, regional health system located in East Central Illinois. Follow us on: Faceboook InstagramLinkedInTwitter