Conversations with Cam

The Truth About Treatment-Resistant Depression with Jasmine Blocker

In this episode sponsored by Johnson & Johnson, I sit down with world champion sprinter and mental health advocate Jasmine Blocker. Jasmine talks about how sports have shaped her life and her decision to speak openly about mental health. She also shares her journey with major depressive disorder (MDD)—cycling through adequate trials of multiple depression medications without finding symptom relief—before being diagnosed with treatment-resistant depression (TRD). Jasmine discusses what it meant to finally receive a TRD diagnosis, actively participating in treatment decisions, and how SPRAVATO® (esketamine) CIII nasal spray helped relieve her depressive symptoms. Every patient’s experience is different, so if you or an adult you know has been experiencing TRD, talk to a healthcare provider about SPRAVATO® and whether it may be the right fit. Visit SPRAVATO.com [https://bit.ly/4dkQsvr] to learn more, including information on serious side effects such as sedation, dissociation, respiratory depression, and the risk of abuse and misuse.   Please read full Prescribing Information, including Boxed WARNINGS: https://jmc.link/3RMl24d & Med Guide: https://jmc.link/3aWgBTY   INDICATION   SPRAVATO® (esketamine) CIII nasal spray is a prescription medicine indicated for adults with TRD, used alone or in conjunction with an oral antidepressant. SPRAVATO® is not for use as a medicine to prevent or relieve pain (anesthetic). It is not known if SPRAVATO® is safe or effective as an anesthetic medicine or for use in preventing suicide or reducing suicidal thoughts or actions. It is not for use in place of hospitalization. It is not known if SPRAVATO® is safe and effective in children.   SPRAVATO® is only available through a restricted distribution program called the SPRAVATO® Risk Evaluation and Mitigation Strategy (REMS) program. This means you are under the direct supervision of a healthcare provider while you self-administer the nasal spray and are monitored for at least two hours afterwards to keep track of any serious side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to Johnson & Johnson at 1-800-526-7736, or to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Remember, this content is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Please talk to your healthcare provider if you have any questions about your health, including treatment options. They are always your best resource for medical information. Follow Jasmine: Instagram: @jas_blocker [https://www.instagram.com/jas_blocker/?hl=en] TikTok: @jas_blocker [https://www.tiktok.com/@jas_blocker] Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/] Substack: Fill Your Cup [https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/] Website: cameronoaksrogers.com [http://cameronoaksrogers.com/] TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers] Youtube: Cameron Rogers [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA]

Cam’s Corner: Reflecting on 5 Years of Motherhood

In this solo episode, I reflect on five years of motherhood and share the seven lessons I’ve learned along the way. From reminding myself that everything is temporary, to two conflicting emotions can coexist at once, to not losing myself in the process. Plus, I introduce our brand new “Cam’s Corner” segment where I answer your questions all about motherhood: how to know when you’re actually ready for kids, things I swore I’d never do as a mom (and now totally do), and more! Key Takeaway / Points: * What motherhood has taught me so far * How to show up as a mom on hard mental health days * Why repair might be the most underrated parenting skill out there * How filling your cup first and saying yes to help is key * What actually gets easier after the newborn stage * My honest take on sleep training * Keeping your marriage alive in the postpartum trenches Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/] Substack: Fill Your Cup [https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/] Website: cameronoaksrogers.com [http://cameronoaksrogers.com/] TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers] YouTube: Cameron Rogers [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA]

The Science Behind Stress & Burnout with Dr. Aditi Nerurkar

In this episode, Dr. Aditi Nerurkar, a Harvard physician, stress expert, and author, breaks down the science behind stress and burnout, what's actually happening in our brains when overwhelmed, and the actual tools to do something about it. Dr. Aditi explains how you can be burned out without even realizing it, why toxic resilience is ruining us, and the effect that doomscrolling has on our brains. Plus, she shares her five science-backed and cost-free resets to rewire your brain in a busy world. Key Takeaway / Points: * Dr. Aditi's personal story from a stressed patient to a leading stress expert * The difference between good stress and bad stress (and why zero stress isn't actually the goal) * What modern burnout really looks like * Why 74% of people have at least one feature of stress or burnout right now * The resilience myth: why you can be deeply resilient and completely burned out at the same time * What doomscrolling and information overload is actually doing to your brain and how to create digital boundaries that stick * The concept of "Popcorn Brain" and revenge bedtime procrastination  * Why women are more likely to experience burnout Order The 5 Resets: Rewire Your Brain and Body for Less Stress and More Resilience HERE [https://www.draditi.com/the-five-resets-book] Follow Dr. Aditi: Instagram: @draditinerurkar [https://www.instagram.com/draditinerurkar/] Website: www.draditi.com [http://www.draditi.com/] Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/] Substack: Fill Your Cup [https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/] Website: cameronoaksrogers.com [http://cameronoaksrogers.com/] TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers] YouTube: Cameron Rogers [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA]

Dr. Becky Kennedy on Raising Resilient Kids, Handling Tantrums, and Letting Go of Mom Guilt

In this episode, I sit down with parenting expert and founder of Good Inside, Dr. Becky Kennedy, to talk about building resilience for our kids and finding patience in parenting. We break down the difference between “sturdy” parenting and “gentle” parenting, how to set boundaries with your kids while staying emotionally connected, and why our job as parents isn’t to make our kids happy all the time. Dr. Becky shares practical parenting tips for handling big feelings and difficult behaviors (especially hitting and tantrums), why allowing space for all feelings actually builds confidence, mom rage, the importance of repair, and why the perfect parent doesn’t and shouldn’t exist.  Key Takeaway / Points: * Dr. Becky’s Good Inside approach for building resilience and confidence in kids * What "sturdy parenting" actually means * Why optimizing for your kid's happiness right now could be wiring them for anxiety later * How to handle hitting in toddlers: what to do in the moment and how to prevent it from happening again * Her “sitting on the feelings bench" concept and why sitting with your kid's hard emotions is actually the key to raising a confident adult * How to repair after you've lost it on your kids (because we all do) * Why “mom guilt” doesn’t help anyone * What to expect from Good Inside Baby * Coloring confessionals: the myth of being a perfect parent, most overrated parenting advice, and her favorite go-to parenting hack This episode is sponsored by Genexa - the first clean medicine company offering medicine to help with fever, cough, colds, and even aches & pains. Get your hands on their new Baby’s First Sick Day Kit, including the Infant’s Pain Reliever & Fever Reducer and the Infant’s Daytime Cough & Immune Support, in Target’s baby aisle or shop here [https://bit.ly/first-sick-day-convos]! Sign up for emails about Good Inside Baby HERE [https://www.goodinside.com/lp/baby/] Follow Dr. Becky: Instagram: @drbeckyatgoodinside [https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside/], @goodinside [https://www.instagram.com/goodinside/], & @goodinsidebaby [https://www.instagram.com/goodinsidebaby/] TikTok: @drbeckyatgoodinside [https://www.instagram.com/drbeckyatgoodinside/], @goodinside [https://www.instagram.com/goodinside/], & @goodinsidebaby [https://www.instagram.com/goodinsidebaby/] Website: goodinside.com [http://goodinside.com/] Podcast: Good Inside with Dr. Becky [https://open.spotify.com/show/1paqsvlLA7b5n0MFmo5xOq?si=0611ddebe5d049f2] Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/] Substack: Fill Your Cup [https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/] Website: cameronoaksrogers.com [http://cameronoaksrogers.com/] TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers] YouTube: Cameron Rogers [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA]

WTF Is Happening To My Body: Weeks 12-15

In this episode, I detail my pregnancy symptoms during weeks 12-15, surviving the first trimester, and how I’m waiting patiently for the “honeymoon phase” to kick in! I share my continued struggles with nausea, headaches, and exhaustion, as well as new symptoms like acne, body changes, and really feeling the “pregnancy uglies” during this phase. I open up about some of the heightened anxiety and depression I’ve been feeling during this pregnancy and how I’m really trying to stick to my self-care routines, prioritize family time, and find joy through the process. Key Takeaway / Points:  * Physical symptoms: nausea, cold flashes, acne, insomnia, and headaches * Coping with heightened anxiety and perinatal depression * Why men could never handle pregnancy * Learning to prioritize joy and self-care during the hard weeks * A bump update, experiencing pelvic pain, and first potential baby kicks * The importance of honest conversations around body image and mental health during pregnancy This episode is sponsored by Natural Cycles, the company behind the first FDA-cleared, hormone-free, and non-invasive birth control app that helps prevent or plan pregnancy naturally. Use code CAMERON at https://naturalcycles.app/Cameron [https://naturalcycles.app/Cameron] for 15% off an annual subscription + a FREE NC° Band. The NC° app is for 18+ and does not protect against STIs. Always read and follow the instructions for use. Follow me: Instagram: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.instagram.com/cameronoaksrogers/] Substack: Fill Your Cup [https://cameronoaksrogers.substack.com/] Website: cameronoaksrogers.com [http://cameronoaksrogers.com/] TikTok: @cameronoaksrogers [https://www.tiktok.com/@cameronoaksrogers] YouTube: Cameron Rogers [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA1ZezsFgphcediUbG_LldA]