Best Karin Freeland Podcasts (2024)

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Ep.61-Karin Freeland-Miscarriage-Ectopic Pregnancy-2 Vaginal Births-The Ins and Outs of My Vagina 1:08:20

8d ago1:08:20

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Karin shares her experience with ectopic pregnancy, trusting her intuition, and dives into the details of the two birth stories of her sons. We also talk about what inspired her to write the memoir, The Ins and Outs of My Vagina. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only with no i…

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Ep. 36: 5 Tips for Effectively Unplugging from Work on Vacation 22:30

9h ago22:30

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Are you excited for summer vacation or are you dreading it? If you're chained to your work or glued to your email inbox, enjoying your vacation may be more difficult to do. But fear not! I've got some tips to help you unplug and get the rest and relaxation you need this summer. In today's episode I break d…

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Episode 46: Episode 46: Rebecca Friedrichs talks about the dangers of teachers unions and their influence on students and curriculum 57:57

19h ago57:57

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Rebecca Friedrichs, author of Standing up to Goliath, has spent her career fighting within the school system to protect her students and parents from the darkness and grief that the teachers' unions have caused. Friedrichs wrote an editorial that was featured in her local newspaper. That piece started the wheels in motion in challenging the union a…

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Ep. 35: Client Success Story: Living Your "Vacation Self" Life 40:06

7d ago40:06

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! I’m thrilled to have my client Melissa Rauen join me for today’s episode. She’s been on a self-discovery journey for a while now and hired me at the beginning of 2024 to help her advance her career. Melissa is no stranger to experiencing burnout or changing jobs to experience more work-life balance. In thi…

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Ep. 34: 5 Tips for Dealing with Change 20:57

14d ago20:57

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Are you facing a change in your life at the moment? Have you struggled to deal with change in the past? Maybe you’re even avoiding making a change that could benefit you in the long run because of the short-term discomfort? If that sounds like you, today’s podcast episode is exactly what you need. Change d…

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Episode 45: Episode 45: Rev. Joel Kaiser talks about evangelizing and welcoming new families to their Lutheran school 58:19

16d ago58:19

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Rev. Joel Kaiser, Associate Pastor at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church in Frankenmuth, MI, talks with Richard Schumacher on the role he plays in welcoming new students and families to their Lutheran school. With enrollment increasing during the pandemic, a wonderful opportunity presented itself to evangelize to these new students and families. Kaiser is …

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Ep. 33: How to Spot the 5 Types of Imposter Syndrome & Overcome Them 26:25

21d ago26:25

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Have you ever had a challenging experience at work and thought, “I’m not cut out for this. How did I even get hired in the first place?” Or maybe you’ve received some tough feedback and immediately let your inner critic take over with thoughts like, “See you don’t fit in here. You never should have spoken …

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Ep.60-Meg Chappell-Miscarriage-IVF-Vaginal Birth-Romy 1:02:25

22d ago1:02:25

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Meg talks about her three miscarriages and what eventually led her and her husband to the road of IVF. She then goes into detail about what it was like to give birth to her daughter Romy after experiencing some health issues during her pregnancy. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purpos…

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Episode 44: Episode 44: Dr. Danisha Keating tells her story of growing up in foster care and how she's helping today's foster children and parents 1:02:18

28d ago1:02:18

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Dr. Danisha Keating joins the podcast and shares her story about growing up in an environment of abuse within a foster care environment. From homelessness and taking care of her siblings, to earning her Ph.D. Dr. Keating tells her story to help other children who are in foster care as well as foster parents. A research psychologist, Dr. Keating’s t…

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Ep. 32: 5 Signs You're Ready for A Side Hustle 22:13

28d ago22:13

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Are you contemplating starting a side hustle but unsure if it's the right move? In today's competitive landscape, it feels like everyone is diving into side projects. But how do you know if you're truly prepared to take the leap? If this sounds like you, you’re in the right place. Join me in today’s episod…

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Ep. 31: Reinvent Your Living Space and Declutter Your Life with Laurie Palau 41:37

1M ago41:37

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Does your home or office constantly get unorganized? Is your calendar or schedule a hot mess? Do you waste precious time and mental energy looking for things that have been misplaced? Is your clutter preventing you from getting ahead at work or in life? I can’t tell you how many of my clients have experien…

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Ep.59-Abrianna Canady-Birth Doula Perspective-Ryze Birth 1:01:16

1M ago1:01:16

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Abrianna speaks on what it's like to support clients in the hospital while still working full-time as an ER nurse. She also touches on the importance of preparation for birth and how strength training, with a professional coach, can help you meet your goals. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educat…

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Ep. 30: 3 Tips To Build a Business You Love 25:04

1M ago25:04

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Are you an entrepreneur that has started resenting your business? Have you lost the passion you once had for your business? If so, your experience is a common one for female entrepreneurs. Why? Usually, it's because you're trying to build our business to look like everyone else's, haven't set enough bounda…

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Episode 43: Episode 43: Dr. Tanya Calendo and Angie Schiller talk about what makes their schools succesful 1:13:22

1M ago1:13:22

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LSEM’s Dr. Tracie Salgado and Richard Schumacher are joined by Dr. Tanya Calendo, Principal at Christ Greenfield Lutheran School in Gilbert, AZ and Angie Schiller, Principal at Yuma Lutheran School in Yuma, AZ. In their conversation they talk about how each principal made their respective schools so large and successful. Each has a larger vision fo…

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Ep.29 5 Ways Fitness Can Help You Bounce Back From Burnout 23:14

2M ago23:14

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Is your mind constantly overloaded to the point you feel like you can’t handle another thing? Do you get to the end of the week and collapse on the couch too exhausted for anything else? Have you ever felt emotionally drained and unable to give any more of yourself to others? Burnout is plaguing women acro…

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Ep. 58-Kayla Tschumper-3 Vaginal Births-Kennedy, Claire & Emelia-My Birth Choices 1:39:05

2M ago1:39:05

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Kayla shares 3 personal birth stories as well as how experiencing a precipitous unplanned home birth led her to have a planned homebirth the third time around. She also touches on the breastfeeding challenges she experienced with her first two kiddos and the decisions she made to shift her experience when…

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Ep. 28 4 Reasons to Break Up with Busy 21:37

2M ago21:37

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! If there’s one thing corporate taught me, it’s that being busy is a badge of honor. Having an endless to-do list means you’re important. Not sleeping or unplugging is just par for the course - at least if you want to get to the top. And if you’re not busy, you’re a prime candidate for the next layoff. When…

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Episode 42: Episode 42: Travis Grulke discusses the training and education he provides to Lutheran teachers 47:49

2M ago47:49

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A frequent contributor to the podcast, Travis Grulke, Superintendent of Schools for the Michigan District, is also a frequent conference speaker where he provides education and training on a variety of topics including the difference between balance and harmony in our lives, what it means to be a Lutheran educator, decision making and the seven hab…

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Ep 27 How to Get Unstuck by Envisioning Your Goals 24:15

2M ago24:15

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Are you ready to finally get unstuck? Are you ready to explore the inconvenient truths you’ve been ignoring? Are you ready to get clarity and move forward enthusiastically? If so, this episode is for you! EDIT™ is an acronym that I created when I was reinventing my life, which I have now used with dozens o…

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Ep.57-Lori Mortimore-Vaginal Birth-Sebastian-Labor With Love Washington 1:18:48

2M ago1:18:48

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Lori shares her quick birth experience with her son Sebastian and the lengths her family went through to be by her side. She also dives into the importance of preparing for postpartum during or before your pregnancy and how her personal experience led her to birth work. Disclaimer: This podcast is intende…

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Ep 26 Five Limiting Beliefs That Are Holding You Back 23:03

2M ago23:03

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! What if I told you that your mindset is actually your biggest Achilles heel? That your lack of progress and fulfillment actually has NOTHING to do with your skill level. If you’re like most of my type A clients, you’ll probably placate me for a second and then jump into all the training and skill-enhancing…

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Episode 41: Episode 41: Kyle Chuhran talks about helping young teachers find their financial way 48:06

2M ago48:06

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Kyle Chuhran is the Elementary Education Coordinator at Concordia University Ann Arbor and Act Money Coaching. In this podcast we talk finances and help our teachers better use their God-given resources. He loves teaching and helps students become teachers and ultimately get placed in their student teaching positions. Seeing his students grow acade…

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Ep 25 Bringing Fun Back (Into Your Life and Career) 23:51

3M ago23:51

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Do you feel like your personality has changed and you’re a far cry from the vivacious woman you used to be? Long to go back to the days when you were having fun and experiencing joy on a regular basis? It happens! I remember being in my job craving laughter, wondering what happened to my lively spirit. Eve…

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Ep.56-Kirsten Spitz-2 Vaginal Births-Logan & Lincoln-Apex Chiropractic WA 1:10:05

3M ago1:10:05

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Kirsten talks about getting pregnant in her last year of grad school and how after she gave birth her school was very strict and provided very little accommodations to support her new family. She also talks about what it was like to get pregnant while running a chiropractic business with her husband to th…

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Ep. 24 Following Her Heart into Journalism with Julie Rose 38:18

3M ago38:18

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Most people only know Julie Rose, Host of Top of Mind Podcast, as a journalist. But she didn’t start out in this field, even though she had always wanted to pursue journalism. Why? You guessed it! Societal pressures and fear, including fear that she wouldn’t be able to raise a family and be a successful re…

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Episode 40: Episode 40: Doug Grove shares his experience in working internationally. 49:34

3M ago49:34

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While the sun was rising behind Doug Grove, the Head of School at Concordia International School in Hanoi, Vietnam, we were recording our first international podcast the evening before. In this engaging conversation, Doug talks about his path to accepting the call to work internationally. Always interested in learning and experiencing new things, D…

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Ep. 23 Why Your Money Mindset Matters When Reinventing 26:08

3M ago26:08

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Are your thoughts about money preventing you from making a pivot? Are your beliefs about money repelling money you could be attracting? Is your money story holding you back? These are important questions to ask yourself! We all have a relationship with money, whether we recognize it or not. Some of us have…

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Ep.55-Kaitlin Rieck-2 Births-Cesarean-VBAC-Esmé & Astrid-Kith & Kin Care Collective 1:08:36

3M ago1:08:36

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Kaitlin shares her first birth experience which ended up in an unexpected cesarean even though the care from her team was amazing. She then talks about her redemptive VBAC that led her to a tougher recovery than her first birth in addition to talking about how she ended up working with postpartum families…

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Ep 22 Reinventing Your Tech Career with Kathryn Rose 38:52

3M ago38:52

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! What do you do when you’re 8 months pregnant, your mom has a brain aneurysm and you get laid off? You start a consulting business, of course! At least, that’s what Tech titan and Founder of getWise and channelwise, Kathryn Rose, decided to do. She joined me to talk about her career journey and multiple rei…

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Episode 39: Episode 39: Dr. Kim Marxhausen talks about learned helplessness 50:36

3M ago50:36

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Dr. Kim Marxhausen, a frequent contributor to the podcast and a teacher in the honors program at the University of Nebraska, shares her insights with special education educators and in this episode covers the topic of learned helplessness. Learned helplessness occurs as a result of a set of circumstances that students face, including trauma, that c…

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Ep. 21 4 Things You Must Do Before Leaving Your 6-Figure Job 23:04

4M ago23:04

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Have you ever thought about leaving your corporate job, but the fear and uncertainty keep you trapped? I remember that feeling all too well. I used to think… “How will my family get by if I’m not the breadwinner?” “My current employer pays well. I couldn’t get a job somewhere else that pays as much.” “What…

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Ep. 54-Anni Denzel-2 Births- Cesarean-Termination-VBAC-Military Birth Talk 1:30:41

4M ago1:30:41

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Anni speaks on what it was like to have an unexpected cesarean and then dives into the details of what it was like to find out her unborn child in her second pregnancy was diagnosed with Trisomy 18 leading to her and her husband Chris, to make the extremely hard and sad decision to terminate the pregnancy…

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Ep. 20 Reinvent Your Health with Less Stress, Leslie Duffy, RN & Life Coach 31:56

4M ago31:56

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Have you ever tried to lose weight with traditional methods only to gain weight and be left feeling frustrated? Or ever been addicted to the elevated stress levels because it makes you feel alert and alive? Leslie Duffy, owner of Sage Life Health explains her own health reinvention and how she helps women,…

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Episode 38: Episode 38: Karin Freeland talks about living the best version of yourself 49:14

4M ago49:14

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Karin Freeland, a life coach, speaker and author, joins the podcast for an inspiring conversation with LSEM’s new Director of Special Education, Dr. Tracie Salgado. Karin, a self-proclaimed recovered corporate workaholic, talks about the challenges teachers face in and out of their classrooms and what they can do to create the best version of thems…

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Ep. 53- Angela Hodge-Miscarriage Vaginal Births-Angela Hodge Birth Services 1:20:21

4M ago1:20:21

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Angela talks about what it was like for her to experience her miscarriage and how that impacted her excitement for her future pregnancies. Including the emotions she carried with her as she found out she was unexpectedly pregnant with her third child. She also touches on what it was like to be cared for b…

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Ep 19 How to Get Your Husband More Interested Sexually 19:51

4M ago19:51

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Do you ever wonder how to get your spouse more interested in you? Feel like your relationship is going through a dry spell in the bedroom? Wish your husband wanted to "get it on" more frequently? Not to worry; we’ve all been there! First of all, it’s totally normal to have ups and downs in your relationshi…

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Ep. 52-Katie Saunders-Miscarriage-3 Births-Vaginal-Cesarean-Peaceful Birth Doula Services 1:23:29

4M ago1:23:29

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Katie goes into detail about her 3 personal birth experiences. She talks about how even though you plan for specific things, they may not always end up that way. She also talks about how her births help guide her as she supports clients as a birth doula, especially since she experienced an unplanned non-e…

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Ep. 18 How Client Celina Bell Achieved Success on Her Terms Without Sacrificing Her Health 30:51

4M ago30:51

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Celina Bell, VP at Helix Wireless, avoided a heart attack and credits my group coaching program, Success without Sacrifice, with saving her life. Have you ever found that work was getting more than its fair share of your time? Ever put your health last for the sake of your job? Most of us have been there a…

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Ep. 51- Rachelle Samia- 2 Vaginal Births-Uterus Didelphys-NICU-Breech-Wildflower Birthing Services 1:59:06

4M ago1:59:06

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Rachelle educates us on what Uterus Didelphys is, when she first learned about it for herself, and how it impacted her conception, pregnancy, and birth journeys. She also goes into detail about both of her birth experiences, one of which was a really wild precipitous vaginal footling breech birth. Disclai…

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Ep. 17 Reinventing Yourself After Breast Cancer with Author & Coach Lucy Beato 33:05

4M ago33:05

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! When Lucy Beato received her cancer diagnosis, she was shocked and in denial. Being a single mother, that was the last thing she wanted to hear. However, she bravely faced her circumstances reminding herself, “I have cancer, but cancer doesn’t have me.” As with most women, a tragedy often spurs a personal …

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Ep. 50-Bri Music-6 Vaginal Births-NICU-Student Midwife (CPM) 1:40:36

4M ago1:40:36

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Bri dives into all the details of her 6 personal birth experiences. We discussed how her cervix was considered “incompetent” leading her to need a cervical cerclage for 4 out of 6 of her pregnancies. She also talks about her different experiences in the NICU and about how important bilirubin checks truly …

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Episode 37: Episode 37: Dr. Tracie Salgado, LSEM's new Director of Special Education 41:08

5M ago41:08

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In this podcast, we introduce Dr. Tracie Salgado — LSEM’s new Director of Special Education. Dr. Salgado has taught for over 25 years, both here and internationally in New Zealand, China and Mexico. She knew she wanted to become a teacher at a young age when she playeed the role with her siblings and friends growing up. She talks about the importan…

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Ep. 16 Busting 3 Burnout Myths So You Can Experience Better Health and Balance 15:22

5M ago15:22

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! More and more women are experiencing burnout. From tech executives mandating workers return to the office to challenges at home balancing family responsibilities, we’re burning the candle at both ends. However, most of us don’t recognize we’re experiencing burnout! Did you know that feelings of inadequacy,…

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Ep. 49-Carrie Kenner-3 Vaginal Births-Becoming a Birth Doula 1:29:54

5M ago1:29:54

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Carrie shares how giving birth to her very first son at the young age of 19 inspired her to become a birth worker, how her other two births didn’t go as planned, and how her philosophy around how to practice as a birth doula has changed over the years. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational …

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Ep. 15 Client Interview: The Power of Changing Your Mindset & Joining a Group Coaching Program 34:18

5M ago34:18

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! When Amanda booked a call with me in 2022, she was feeling hopeless about her future. At the age of 27, she should have been excited and seeing all the possibilities for her life. However, being in a career that didn’t light her up was draining her and clouding her vision. She joined my group program Succe…

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Ep. 48-Kelly Durbin, IBCLC-2 Vaginal Births-Jojo & Ella-Protecting Your Potential for Breastfeeing 1:07:25

5M ago1:07:25

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Kelly shares how her determination to get the birth she desired led her to choosing a birth location that was 1 hour away from her home, leading to a difficult decision during her labor. She also discusses the importance of being informed on how interventions that happen during the birthing process can ha…

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Ep. 14 No Hesitations about Reinventing Her Career with Christin Marvin 44:54

5M ago44:54

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! Have you ever felt sick and tired of the status quo? Have you experienced what it’s like to know deep down you’re made for more? Christin Marvin, Host of No Reservations Podcast, shares her reinvention story and the tips she has for women ready to start making intentional changes in their life. In today’s …

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Ep. 47-Christina Packard-Miscarriage-6 Cesarean Births-Made Mindful-Etenelle, Avalinne, Olivier, Azazael, Yvette,& Eames 1:42:03

5M ago1:42:03

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, Christina shares she was unable to birth vaginally due to being born with hip displasia leading her to having 6 cesarean births. She shares some of the details for each of those births which includes a breast cancer scare with her 2nd pregnancy, in addition to talking about the importance of being human w…

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Ep. 13 Five Habits of Happy People and How You Can Be Happier Too 21:58

5M ago21:58

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Send me a Text Message with your feedback! With 2024 kicking off, there’s never been a better time to take stock of your happiness. Is there room for improvement? Who doesn’t want to be happier? But you might be wondering, what do happy people have in common? How do you live a happier life? In today’s episode, I’m unpacking 5 habits of happy people…

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Ep. 46-Kelly Hof- Registered Nurse-Life & Mindset Coach-The Birth Journeys Podcast 1:17:24

5M ago1:17:24

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Send Kiona a Text Message! In this episode, I interview registered labor and delivery nurse Kelly Hof. Kelly has over 10 years of experience in this field and speaks on the programs she has created to close the gap between the care that is taking place, and the care that is needed in the hospital setting when people give birth. We also talk largely…

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