OT Uncorked

What's coming up for OT Uncorked? NEW episode about how OTs can support homeschooling families NEW episode about how OTs can support mamas  SUBSCRIBE/FOLLOW to get notifications when these episodes go live Episodes to revisit: Episode 31: Pregnancy, Identity, & Occupational Transition with Sarah Putt from OT4Lyfe Episode 32: What OTs Need to Know About Student Loan Planning with Expert Meagan LandressIf you have student loans, this episode is for you! The fed has extended the pause on student loan interest and payments until the end of January. Take this time to get your financial house in order and plan for loans to resume.  More from OT Uncorked:  Instagram @OTuncorked Twitter @OTuncorked Facebook @OTuncorked www.otuncorked.com Questions? Comments? Email me at miranda@otuncorked.com 

Guest: Meagan Landress, CSLP® Consultant at Student Loan Planner and Certified Student Loan Professional® Website: www.studentloanplanner.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StudentLoanPlan/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/studentloanplanner/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/StudentLoanTrav Topics we Uncorked: Holistic student loan planning  A helpful guide for refinancing your student loans  The different student loan forgiveness options for occupational therapists  Student loans and the COVID-19 pandemic -- the latest you need to know Wine we Uncorked:No wine updates from me during pregnancy, but reach out on IG to tell me what wine you're enjoying while you listen to the episode!Book Recommendations: Money, Planning and Positivity: A Guide To a Better Financial Life by Jacqueline Schadeck More from OT Uncorked:  Instagram @OTuncorked Twitter @OTuncorked Facebook @OTuncorked www.otuncorked.com Questions? Email me at miranda@otuncorked.com 

Guest: Sarah Putt, MA, OTR/L Host of the OT 4 Lyfe Podcast  Subscribe  Website: https://ot4lyfe.com/ Instagram: @ot.4.lyfe  Twitter: @ot4lyfe  Email: sarah@ot4lyfe.com  36 weeks pregnant at the time of recording  Listen to Sarah’s take on the episode at OT 4 Lyfe Podcast Also, check out episode 99 to hear Sarah’s pregnancy announcement and so much more in episode 100: Episode 99: Reflections from the OT Community  Episode 100: The Good, The Bad, and Like, Umm Ya Know The Ugly Topics we Uncorked: Pregnancy updates Sarah was 36 weeks at time of recording and is now mom of one month old Baby A! I was 17 weeks pregnant at the time of recording and am now 24 weeks pregnant! Occupational transitions of pregnancy Identity  The moments that remind us of our new identity as “mom” Telling our husbands they were dads Sarah shares about her identities as both an OT who specializes in early intervention and a new mom I share about my experience with having health conditions that are highly associated with infertility and the relief of finding out we had conceived Changing expectations of ourselves Asking for help Changes to our occupations How our identities and patterns of participation (high achieving, active, always doing something new and challenging, etc.) and symptoms (being exhausted, pregnancy brain fog) collide Adapting our ADLs (dressing, donning shoes, changing diet) Difficulty focusing and multitasking at work  Podcast interviewing and the difficulties of pregnancy brain (hello word finding difficulties) Changing workouts and activity patterns Projects that we wanted to do together with our spouses Our home renovation “DIY” Sarah and Ray’s furniture refurbishing  Grocery shopping is exhausting Carrying bags Walking around the store Pregnancy symptoms and how we’re coping Symptoms people talk about  Symptoms people DON’T talk about The first trimester symptoms and experiencing them without others knowing we’re pregnant Second trimester “surge” of energy Third trimester (aka the return of the first trimester) Pregnancy brainI always thought this was a secondary effect of being tired, but pregnancy brain is REAL Using our OT brains to help us adapt Finding the right health team  Seeking help and validation when we’re concerned  Not sure if you should call your OB to ask a question? Sarah and I had that question, too. Calling or messaging our practitioners gave us peace of mind and empowered us! Being pregnant during a pandemic Pros Wearing yoga pants to work! (aka my living room...) Our spouses are home with us, too, and can be part of the daily ups and downs of being pregnant Easier to keep pregnancy to yourself when you’re socializing and working over Zoom Strangers don’t randomly approach to touch your belly Cons Going to appointments alone Inability to celebrate and share this life milestone with people in the ways we had hoped Additional fears of how to best protect ourselves and our babies during a pandemic Social isolation layered with being pregnant and wanting social connection Lessons learned from being pregnant that will make us better therapists Our favorite pregnancy “hacks” Wine we Uncorked: None! These two pregnant ladies enjoyed their favorite flavor of water (plain 'ol tap water) In episodes 27 through 30 of OT Uncorked, which were recorded since I became pregnant, I “reviewed” wines instead of drinking wine during the episode… did you notice the subtle shift in my wording? I felt clever! Now that the secret’s out, I want my listeners to know that those reviews were based on notes I took about wines pre-pregnancy. In some cases, I let my guest review a wine they were enjoying (check out Lindsey Vestal’s AMAZING wine review in Episode 30!)   Resource Recommendations:Check out our favorite pregnancy resources: Podcasts What About the Mama?Hosted by Karena Skibinski, an OT who was featured on Episode 22 of OT Uncorked  Best of Both Worlds Not pregnancy-specific but it’s all about making work and family life fit together The Unstressed MamaCo-hosted by a PT, fitness expert and military officer, and financial expert  Instagram accounts @thepassionatephysio @pregnant.postpartum.athlete YouTube GlowBodyPTPregnancy workouts Kids OT HelpPediatric development and pregnancy from an OT perspective Apps/ Website What To Expect Week by week development, advice, and symptom trackers Ovia They have both pregnancy and parenting apps  Peloton prenatal classesIn the episode, I said I wasn’t working out much, but I have since started using our Peloton bike and am also loving the Peloton prenatal yoga and strength training   Book Mama Natural by Genevieve Howland More from OT Uncorked:  Instagram @OTuncorked Twitter @OTuncorked Facebook @OTuncorked www.otuncorked.com Questions? Email me at miranda@otuncorked.com  *Show notes may contain affiliate links. By purchasing a product through an affiliate link, OT Uncorked will receive a small commission from your sale, at no extra cost to you. 

Guest: Lindsey Vestal, OTR/L Owner, The Functional Pelvis  Email: lindseyvestal@functionalpelvis.com www.functionalpelvis.com IG: @functionalpelvis FB page: The Functional Pelvis FB group: OTs for Pelvic Health  Lindsey’s offerings for business owners and practitioners: Private Pay MBA: www.privatepaymba.com (JOIN THE WATLIST!) Pelvic Health HQ: https://functionalpelvis.com/professionals/ Topics we Uncorked: Private Pay MBA course coming soon JOIN THE WAITLIST: www.privatepaymba.com  Dare to Dream Calculator  Pelvic Health OTHow OT can serve pre-natal and post-partum women Entrepreneurship   MindsetAbundance mindset Separating yourself from the competition (and embracing your OT approaches while you do it!) Competing on price Building relationships with referring partners  When you don’t have the energy for what you’re being paid to do What to do when you don’t know what you need to be doing for your business (at the beginning)  Wine we Uncorked: Château Musset Chevalier Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Bordeaux Listen for Lindsey’s amazing wine connoisseur description! Book Recommendations: Burnout: Solve Your Stress Cycle by Emily Nogoski  Come as you are: The Surprising New Science That Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nogoski  Listen to two great TED Talks by Emily Nogoski More from OT Uncorked:  Instagram @OTuncorked Twitter @OTuncorked Facebook @OTuncorked www.otuncorked.com Questions? Email me at miranda@otuncorked.com  *Show notes may contain affiliate links. By purchasing a product through an affiliate link, OT Uncorked will receive a small commission from your sale, at no extra cost to you. 

In today’s episode you’ll hear from Barri Bladon, an occupational therapy student who was drawn to the profession because of his first hand experience as a patient. Barri had a stroke in 2013 and will graduate with his OT degree in 2022.

I talk with Dr. Heather Evans about complex trauma, sex trafficking and her work amplifying the voices of survivors. We also talk about what OTs can do to serve this underserved population. Dr. Heather Evans is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a private group counseling practice in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. She has over 20 years experience providing individual, marriage, and family therapy to children, adolescents, and adults in inpatient, outpatient, nonprofit and residential settings. She has extensive training and experience with women's issues, particularly sexual trauma, sex trafficking and aftercare of its victims. Heather received a Doctor of Clinical Social Work degree from University of Pennsylvania and her dissertation highlighted complex trauma and posttraumatic growth in victims of domestic sex trafficking. Heather is Co-founder and Vice Chair of VAST (Valley Against Sex Trafficking) Coalition in the Lehigh Valley, PA. She is devoted to training and equipping service providers. Heather is adjunct professor of Global Trauma Recovery Institute at Missio Theological Seminary and travels and leads trips nationally and internationally, with the goal of partnering with and training trauma healing caregivers.

Shahrose and I talk all about opportunities for OTs who have a passion for technology and the Rehab Tech Summit - a first of its kind event coming to you virtually in February.

In today’s episode I chatted with Anna and Emily, team leads at Beyond COVID, a platform that promotes living well during & beyond the coronavirus pandemic. They use their experience and wealth of knowledge as occupational therapists and occupational scientists to provide curated resources that help people cope with the occupational disruption that we have all experienced in one way or another due to the pandemic. Be sure to check the show notes for links to their blog, podcast, weekly wellbeing missions, and pathways to wellness. Plus, we'll link to book recommendations, research articles, and of course, our wine picks for this episode.

In today’s episode I chat with Amanda Wiles, owner of the recently established Pediatric Therapy Partners in Delaware about the process of starting a pediatric practice from ideation all the way to getting the first client. The show notes for this episode are full of great resources, so be sure to check those out.

Morgan Starkweather is a recent grad OT who was a puppy raiser for Guiding Eyes and did her graduate thesis work with families who benefited from having an autism assistance dog. We talk about what it takes to be a puppy raiser, how these working dogs can change lives, and the role of OT in assistance dog training.

In this episode you’ll hear from 3 different OTs who have completed the AOTA Fellowship Program at 3 different sites in 3 unique practice areas. We’ll cover: - What is an AOTA fellowship? - What are the advantages of being a fellow? - How is the AOTA Fellowship different than a “normal” OT job or fieldwork? - What does the day to day life of an OT fellow look like? - Reflections on personal and professional growth after a fellowship

Welcome to OT Uncorked where we uncork hot topics in occupational therapy with a bottle of wine. In this episode, I interviewed Karena Skibinski, who you may know from instagram or as the host of the What about the Mama podcast. We talk about her work as an OT in a state hospital supporting people who are connected with the justice system. She talks about what it’s like to work in a forensic setting and we also touch on what OTs from all settings can learn from this practice area.

In this episode, I'm turning the tables in celebration of my recent wedding! Join me as I uncork your listener questions in this special OT Uncorked Happy Hour episode. I answer questions about my own journey, advice for OT students, building confidence as a new OT practitioner, and more. Cheers!

I interviewed Laura Park Figueroa, the host of the Mind your OT Business podcast, business coach, owner of Outdoor Kids OT, co-founder of the OT Entrepreneur Summit, and creator of the CONTIGO approach. She is paving the way for OTs to become entrepreneurs and in this episode, shares her insights about monetizing our value as OT practitioners by starting a business. She offers encouragement and practical tips for taking that next step toward being the best entrepreneur you can be.

I interviewed Taylor Yenko, a recently graduated OT, about her research project. She and her team conducted a community-based group to address chronic back pain in college students. She shares about the research process, and what they found.

Enjoy this bonus resource, facilitated by Rochelle Mclaughlin, my guest co-host on episode 18 of OT Uncorked. We hope you use this guided meditation as a resource whenever you need to reset and recenter.

In this episode, you’ll hear my interview about living mindfully as a healthcare professional with Rochelle Mclaughlin, the founder of Ways of the Rising Woman, and a celebrated teacher, life coach, and inspirational speaker. Plus, this episode comes with some awesome bonus content to help get us on the path toward more mindful living, so keep listening to the end to find out more!

In this episode, I talked with Julie and Julia, two newly registered OTs. Their research project aimed to improve health literacy among mothers of children with disabilities in Morocco through graphic novels. We uncorked the value of this medium and considerations when creating health resources. Keep listening after the interview to find out about a new resource for new grad OTs and an announcement about a new collaboration that OT uncorked is part of!

Sarah Putt, MA, OTR/L and I uncork the topic of cultural fluidity. While we don't claim to be experts on culture and its influence on practice, we have both experienced first hand the positive outcomes of partnering with clients and fellow practitioners who identify differently than us, and we are continuing to grow in our own cultural fluidity. We explore some of the challenges and beauty of collaborating with people when there isn’t a shared culture or language. We welcome your feedback and input into what we hope is an ongoing conversation!

Caitlin Clark is a soon-to-be OT who went into a county jail to complete her graduate capstone project. This episode explored her process for identifying the needs of incarcerated women and implementing programs to support wellness and their transition back to the community. OT has an important role in the criminal justice system, but few OTs work in this area.

I interviewed Kathleen Davidson, an OT student whose background is in professional dance performance and choreography. She talks about her love of movement, which is a common thread throughout her life, and how it has served her mind, body, and soul.

I introduce the reflective process I have used for the past 4 years for creating opportunities for growth for a new year

Becky brings 18 years of clinical experience, including time as a clinical coordinator and academic fieldwork advisor. She and her team transformed the culture of their workplace and demonstrate the distinct value of OT

Amanda Jozkowski, a pediatric occupational therapist, saw a need among young children with SMA and their families for technology that facilitates communication and engagement. She had an idea for an important product, and took the next step of assembling a diverse team of specialists to approach the design and implementation from a holistic perspective. In this episode, Amanda shares the triumphs and trials of working with an inter-professional team, and how their collaboration has led to the creation of YCAT, which is increasing engagement for children with SMA

In this episode, we talk with Amanda Wiles, a pediatric therapist and blogger who offers advice you can apply TODAY to your job search and interview processes. You’ll hear more about her blog, Devoted OT, and ways to access more of her helpful tips and tricks to navigating the confusing post-graduation life.

This episode features Devlynn Neu, aka The Rainbow OT (@therainbowOT), a travel therapist, blogger, and LGBTQIA+ advocate. We talk about his experience applying for and working as a travel OT, as well as his advocacy efforts.

In the first episode of the Paycheck Meets Passion miniseries, we interview Colette Chapp, an occupational therapist based in Michigan who kicked off her OT career with three different jobs. She shares about her job search process and gives helpful tips for people applying for a job as an OT or OTA!

In this episode, I talked with Dominique Keogh, founder of Just Adapt, a nonprofit start-up that is promoting justice by connecting people with the equipment they need. Dominique shares some of the wisdom she has gained through the process of starting a 501(c)(3) and a few resources she has found helpful.

In this two part interview, I talked with Rob Ferguson, an occupational therapist in the University of Michigan Health System whose practice involves the use of virtual contexts, virtual reality, gaming, and other computer technologies to help clients reach their occupational goals.

In this two part interview, I talked with Rob Ferguson, an occupational therapist in the University of Michigan Health System whose practice involves the use of virtual contexts, virtual reality, gaming, and other computer technologies to help clients reach their occupational goals.

Let’s talk about sex! Hear from expert Kate Eglseder, ScD, OTR/L, CLT about the role of OT in sex, sexuality, and intimacy.

The opioid epidemic is a crisis affecting people of all ages, races, and wealth. How do we as OTs respond to the urgent need we see around us? In this episode, you'll meet Dr. Jenna Yeager, an OT who is working to equip OTs with the skills and tools they need to treat our clients holistically in light of this epidemic.

I met with Lauren Sheehan from NeuroLutions to talk about the role of OT in the rehab tech industry

Hear from AOTA President, Amy Lamb, OTD, OT/L, FAOTA after her Farewell Presidential Address.

Thanks for listening to OT Uncorked, where I uncork hot topics in occupational therapy with a bottle of wine and experts in the field!