LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY MRIs show that our brains physically change after having kids. As a mom, your brain prioritizes the survival of your kids. It is subconsciously assessing potential scenarios and trying to figure out how to prepare for all the what-ifs. But all these subconscious thoughts can lead to anxiety, […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY It’s no surprise that our current culture pushes unrealistic expectations of beauty. From the relentless messaging that we get telling us we need to change our figure, hair, skin, and clothing to the pressure to use extreme beauty treatments or follow the latest trends, the secular view of […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Common acne treatments just aren’t cutting it. In fact, they can make acne even worse in the long term. They may help manage symptoms, but they usually aren’t solving the root issues of acne. We need to ask: why is acne happening in the first place? What does […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Did you know that 1 in 10 women struggle with endometriosis and yet many women who have the symptoms are told it’s normal? In fact, it can take an average of 10 years for women to get a diagnosis. When you do get a diagnosis, it can be […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Are you struggling with acne or feeling frustrated with skin issues? Maybe you’ve tried all the things (over-the-counter products, dermatologist-recommended topicals, infomercial supplements etc.), but you still haven’t seen any improvement. You’re feeling overwhelmed by all the information out there and you’re even starting to think that nothing […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Recovering from a C-section can be challenging – especially if you didn’t expect your birth to end in a major surgery.When I gave birth to Shep last year, I was not anticipating needing a C-section. In fact, I very much did NOT want to have a C-section.It was […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Are you in a postpartum season? Maybe you had a C-section and you want to know how you can help improve mobility and work on your scar. Or maybe you’re ready to add more movement back into your routine, but you have no idea where to start. Perhaps […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Have you had a C-section and wanted to learn more about having a VBAC? With so many opinions and data flying about, it can be difficult to understand the facts and to figure out what the best option is for you. Maybe you’re wondering things like… What’s the […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY Fertility journeys can be painfully difficult to navigate, whether you’re facing infertility, experiencing recurrent miscarriage, or walking through adoption. Between endless doctor visits, sad holidays, the difficulty of seeing others have kids, grief, and countless negative tests, the journey is heavy. The uncertainty causes you to ask yourself […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY If you went to a cardiologist and complained of chest pain, you likely wouldn’t be satisfied if they gave you a painkiller and sent you on your way. The doctor would be treating the symptom, but not addressing the underlying disease causing it. In the same way, infertility […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY In a world with beautiful photos and Instagram posts, social media can often romanticize pregnancy and birth and create high expectations for what your experience will or *should* be like. And while birth is a beautiful and miraculous thing, it can also be intense, uncertain, and scary – […]
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LISTEN ON YOUR FAVE PLATFORM: APPLE | SPOTIFY It’s no secret that women in our society are on the go all the time – whether it’s because we’re working, transporting the kids to countless activities, taking care of the house, or doing countless other activities on our calendar. The pressure to be productive has caused us […]
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