The Wellness Mama Podcast is a weekly series covering the topics of holistic health, real food, stress, sleep, fitness, toxins, natural living, DIY, parenting, motherhood, and other health tips to give you actionable solutions to improve your family’s life! Brought to you by Katie Wells of WellnessMama.com
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Helping perimenopausal moms raise healthy kids and navigate the bumpy road of unpredictable hormonal changes that can interfere with mood, energy, weight, sleep, focus and vitality.
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Join Kylie van Gelder, as she explores life outside of motherhood and shares her tips and tricks for becoming more than just a mom, so you can enjoy your life without giving up your identity. Kylie is a mom of two wild little miracles and a certified Life Coach, with a Master's in Psychology. She knows all too well what it's like to feel stuck in the cycle of motherhood while neglecting her own needs. That's why this show is dedicated to helping moms become who they're truly meant to be. Aft ...
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One thing about being a parent – there’s no shortage of personalities to be surrounded by. Our kids, our partners, our family, our friends. They keep us laughing, growing, loving, and crying. If only they understood us. Like the musician Van Morrison once sang “When people understand what I mean, mama said there will be days like this.” Adelaide Australia’s Kate Mason is an author, wife, and mother who has spent her career studying personality and relationships. In this podcast she looks at ...
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Menopause doesn’t have to be miserable. Fast solutions to your biggest problems! Anti-Aging Tips and Tricks for Today’s Menopausal Woman! Questions? Email me at thehotflashmama@gmail.com. Join Our FaceBook Community! https://www.facebook.com/groups/454749240028269/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF. Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and is not meant to take the place of professional medical help. If you have any questions, please contact your doc ...
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Episode 251: How to Tap into Your Own Natural Ozempic
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In this solo episode, Dr. Toni shares some of the research that shows how to naturally manage your hunger and metabolism. If you have been considering GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy or Mounjaro, but are wondering what you can do instead, listen in! Today’s Mama Must Have: What’s Happening: Join Dr. Toni for her next Learn Self-Hy…
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Five Pervasive Myths About Perimenopause We Can All Stop Believing Right Now With Dr. Mariza Snyder
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Mariza Snyder Why there are so many myths around perimenopause and menopause Menopause was somewhat considered a disease state due to a knowledge gap in the healthcare system The five biggest myths about perimenopause and menopause Perimenopause sets off an acceleration of events that creates more risk for chronic proble…
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The Four Ts of Trauma Healing & IFS with Harvard-Trained Psychiatrist Dr. Frank Anderson
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Frank Anderson What IFS is and how it differs from other types of therapies His personal trauma history that started at age 6 Why he isn’t a fan of differentiating “big T” and “little t” trauma Why don’t we need to forgive in order to heal and why he calls it the F-word How early childhood experiences with our caregivers…
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Who's Better at Raising Kids, PARENTS or GRANDPARENTS?
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How do modern parenting ideals and evolving grandparent roles intertwine in today’s world? Kate links up with a mother and her daughter to look at the challenges and joys of parenting and grandparenting. They explore balancing old-school values with contemporary techniques, managing emotional moments with children, and the delicate art of maintaini…
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Fasting: Why It's Not for Everyone and What to Do Instead With Dr. Phyllis
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Phyllis Pobee What she sees related to intermittent fasting and women Why fasting can lead to an initial 10-pound weight loss and then a rebound with more weight gain We are already losing muscle in our 30s and beyond without fasting, and fasting can speed up muscle loss if we aren’t careful Not everyone responds well to…
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Genetic Awakening: How Understanding Your DNA Can Transform Your Weight Loss Journey With Dr. Phyllis Pobee
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Phyllis Pobee How she lost over 100 pounds after having two kids by understanding genetics Obesity affects all organ systems What genetic weight loss is, and how she figured this out The biggest gene that comes into play with weight loss… the FTO gene Genetic avatars and how this helps pinpoint what will be effective The…
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040: Perfectionism, Authenticity & A Dare
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In today's episode, I discuss a topic that has taken over my life for many years—perfectionism. It came up during a coaching session I had with a new coach. She asked me, "What would it be like to take the risk and dare to show up as yourself, to the fullest of who you are?" This got me thinking about how perfectionism impacted my life for so many …
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What Did Our Parents Teach Us About Modern Parenting?
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From discipline to communication. Have you ever stopped to think about how your childhood shapes the way you parent today? Steph Noon, an experienced life coach and trauma specialist, and her daughter Kate Thorn, a busy mom join Kate. Together, they discuss the evolution of parenting styles across generations, the challenges of modern-day informati…
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Diets Don’t Work: How to Fuel Up and Improve Your Health Using Your Blender With Dana Cohen
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Episode Highlights With Dana Cohen We know ultra-processed foods are a problem, but it may be worse than we think People who cook for themselves are healthier The important mindset shift when it comes to food and nourishment How to use the blender to make sauces, soups, and other condiments that can up your nutrition Less common recipes like nutrie…
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Hydration: The Most Important Thing We Can Do to Prevent Chronic Disease With Dana Cohen
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Episode Highlights With Dana Cohen Hydration is so important, but a lot of us get this wrong This is the single most important step in preventing chronic disease There is no 80/20 without hydration and no detox without hydration We detox through poop, pee, and sweat, and none of these happen without hydration Low-level dehydration is a causal effec…
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Take Charge of Your Breast Health: Know Your Risks and What to Do About It
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Are you breast self-aware? Do you know what increases your risk of breast cancer? Genetics accounts for approximately 5-10% of cases, but alcohol, a poor diet, obesity, inactivity, your reproductive history, and more are also things to be concerned about. One in eight Canadian women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime (and 1 in 830 men wil…
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Dying Young As Late As Possible and Aging Past 40 With Sean Lake
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Episode Highlights With Sean Lake The incredible back story behind his brand and the personal loss that sparked his interest in health How this brand is a tribute to his friend Glen, who died tragically Glen stood for self-improvement and helping others, so this company was founded in his honor Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human bod…
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Adult Kids Living at Home: Is This the NEW NORMAL?
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Are you tired of living with your adult kids? The phenomenon of adult children living at home with their parents has become increasingly common, leaving many to wonder: is this the new normal? Kate looks at the realities of adults living with their parents, whether due to economic challenges or shifting cultural norms. Joined by life coach Jeanine …
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Castor Oil for Hair: Thicker-Looking Hair, Lashes, and Brows With Queen of the Thrones
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Episode Highlights With Marisol from Queen of the Thrones How to properly use castor oil for hair The myth that castor oil “grows” hair and what it actually does instead Less is more with castor oil and hair… for skin, more is ok, but for hair, the right amount is important — how much do you put in your hair Golden castor oil for skin, but for hair…
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Castor Oil Clean Beauty: Unlocking Queen Cleopatra’s Ancient Beauty Secret With Marisol Teijeiro
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Marisol How castor oil was Cleopatra's ancient beauty secret Cleopatra was actually Macedonian, and how she likely used castor oil in her beauty routine She was the first beauty influencer in the world using castor oil, and what we can still learn from her today Marisol was a beauty queen, and beauty has always been an a…
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Episode 249: Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause and Perimenopause
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In this solo episode, Dr. Lisa discusses the constellation of symptoms under a new term called Musculoskeletal Syndrome of Menopause. If you have ever wondered about the joint issues, aches, and pains you might be experiencing, you’re not alone! The hormonal fluctuations in perimenopause influence the health of your bones, ligaments, tendons, carti…
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039: Empowering Your Childbirth & Life with Julianna Feron
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In today’s episode, I interviewed Julianna Feron. Julianna is a mom of two and a certified birth doula who takes a holistic approach to childbirth. Together, we explore the fascinating world of childbirth. We highlight how having support in any area of your life can empower and give you back control. Childbirth brings us our amazing tiny humans. Bu…
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Perimenopause: Hormones + Lab Testing and Top Hacks With Dr. Mariza Snyder
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Mariza Snyder Her perimenopause journey and how it started postpartum Things to pay attention to as signs of perimenopause Lab tests to know if you might be in perimenopause Progesterone can be a signal of perimenopause and how to keep an eye on it Ways to support progesterone naturally Melatonin levels drop during perim…
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Are You SECRETLY Superstitious? Unravelling our superstitions
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Are you a little superstitious, or maybe just a little "stitious?" Kate Mason dives deep into the world of superstitions, from quirky wedding traditions and curious rituals to their psychological roots and cultural origins. With stories from her daughter's recent wedding, Kate explores how superstitions shape our lives, whether it's crossing finger…
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TMJ and the Nervous System With Dr. Dickerson
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Sharon Dickerson What TMJ is — tempromandibular joint How TMJ affects the nervous system and can show up as chronic headaches or migraines Clenching and grinding teeth can be a sign of a possible TMJ issue affecting the nervous system How TMJ can affect the nervous system, even at night, and be a long-term stress respons…
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Oral Toxins: Heal Your Mouth, Heal Your Soul With Dr. Sharon Dickerson
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Sharon Dickerson Her fascinating personal story and how she got into the world of trauma-informed dentistry Early exposure to mercury through growing up around a dentist's office and how she overcame mercury toxicity How the mouth is connected to mental health and physical health in a very deep way The most common oral h…
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Make it Easy: Meal Prepping Strategies for Saving Time With Danielle Walker
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Episode Highlights With Danielle Walker Her amazing story of recovery from ulcerative colitis and how this led to her work How the specific carbohydrate diet helped her have immediate relief The AIP protocol that also helped her recover How an amazing supportive community developed around her work and how these women still help each other What the …
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Repairing Personality Clashes With Your Child
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Are you tired of feeling frustrated and helpless when dealing with your child's temperament clashes? Do you wish you could understand and respond to their emotional needs more effectively? Kate explores how our unique temperaments—sanguine, choleric, phlegmatic, and melancholic—affect our responses to conflict and shape the ways we repair relations…
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Essential Amino Acids for Muscle Gain, Fat Loss, Improved Metabolism and Mood With Angelo Keely
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Episode Highlights With Angelo What essential amino acids are and important things to know about them Why protein is fundamentally different than the other two macronutrients What happens when we don't have the right building blocks when raw materials in the body need to be replaced We are made up of proteins — the half that isn’t water is made up …
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038: The Truth About Anxiety & How to Reduce It
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In today's episode, anxiety is peeled back to expose what it is, why we experience it and how to reduce its hold on us. As women and moms, anxiety can come up in various forms. Societal pressures to do all and be all can bring about anxious feelings. Often added to the mix are feelings of guilt. This is why learning to reduce its hold can help reli…
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Episode 248: What You Need To Know About Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Other GLP-1 Receptor Agonist Drugs (That Even Your Doctor Might Not Know)
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In this solo episode, Dr. Toni breaks down what your doctor might not even know about Ozempic and other GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs. You might have heard of friends or celebrities who have been using Ozempic, or maybe even you have tried or considered trying it for weight loss. However, most people don’t know the common and potentially severe side…
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Nervous System Regulation & Most Impactful Modalities for Health With Megan Butler
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Episode Highlights With Megan Butler Her own early experience with nervous system dysregulation and how this shaped parts of her life How nervous system health is linked to overall health Ways to become aware of your nervous system state and create more parasympathetic time Breath is the master switch of the nervous system, and how just being aware…
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Are you energized by lively conversations or do big social events drain your batteries? Kate examines the intriguing dynamics between extroverts and introverts, exploring how each personality type navigates big gatherings. Whether you thrive in social settings or need solitude to recharge, Kate discusses the impact of these preferences on relations…
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The Importance of Healing in Community With Megan Butler from Kuya
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Episode Highlights With Megan Butler She is a doula, and how she got into this work What the data says about community and longevity Mirror neurons and how these come into play in healthy community The roots of the word community Distinction between loneliness and solitude and why solitude can be important The distinct benefits of community for hea…
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Episode 247: How to Deal with Meno-rage, Rumination and Self-limiting Beliefs to Live the Life That You Truly Want with Liz Jakoi
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In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Lisa speaks with Liz Jakoi about a unique strategy to help prevent rumination, unnecessary worrying, and those menorage outbursts. By taking a pause and following Liz’s WAR Method, you can shift from reacting to responding. It is possible to become aware of your self-limiting beliefs to visualize and curate th…
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Puberty 2.0: Understanding Perimenopause’s Impacts
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Is perimenopause just the “second puberty” we never saw coming? In this episode of, host Kate Mason and guest Unna Goldsworthy dive deep into perimenopause, breaking down what it really is, how it impacts women’s physical and emotional health, and how understanding it can improve relationships at home and at work. From managing symptoms to societal…
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“Healthy” Foods that Store Fat & Foods That Burn Fat With Sara Banta
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Episode Highlights With Sara Banta Alcohol tells your body to store fat, regardless of what you are eating Calories do count, but they aren’t the only factor All calories are also different Mitochondria and cellular energy — why these are important, and how to support this Top fat-burning foods and top foods that make you store fat More reasons to …
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Signs of Sluggish Liver and How to Repair Liver Damage Naturally With Sara Banta
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Episode Highlights With Sara Banta Why the liver is so important and why it might be sluggish even if you don’t realize it Symptoms related to liver sluggishness Why detoxing is mandatory in today’s world Everything has to go through the liver, and how to know if yours is sluggish What sulfur foods (broccoli, cabbage, onions, garlic, etc.) do to th…
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Episode 246: The Connection Between Birth and Menopause (And How Hypnosis Helped Toni Through Both) – Re-Release
In this re-released episode, Dr. Toni shares an insight about the connection between birth and menopause in her experience. How we feel about birth and menopause may be linked by the messages we are programmed with from a young age about our bodies, as well as how we cope and manage stress. Previous episode about Dr. Toni’s journey through perimeno…
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037: Night Owls, Sleep Deprivation & How to Move Forward
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In today's show, we dig into sleep deprivation and the impact this can have on your mental and physical well-being. The long-term effects are shocking. I've been experiencing some of the short-term effects of chronic sleep deprivation, and it's not pretty. This is why I wanted to bring awareness to such an important topic. During the episode, I tal…
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Understanding GLP-1 Activation & Natural Solutions With Dr. Edward Walker of Calocurb
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Episode Highlights With Calocurb What GLP-1 is and what it does in the body GLP-1 activation drugs and what is going on in the body when people take them What semaglutide is and how it impacts the body The difference between semaglutide and the natural GLP-1 that our bodies make Hormone effects throughout the body from GLP-1 drugs and what we still…
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Weddings: magical, stressful, and full of surprises—would you relive your big day? In this episode, Kate dives into all things wedding-related as her daughter Cassie prepares to walk down the aisle. From the curveballs that can throw off wedding plans to how personality types like MBTI shape the process, Kate shares personal anecdotes and explores …
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Biggest Impact Changes You Can Make to Your Home with Brian Johnson
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Episode Highlights With Brian Johnson What we need to know about air quality and the big factors you might not be aware of We spend as much as 80% of our time indoors, so indoor air quality is a big deal It’s much more than just air filtration What to know about building materials and how they can impact air quality The biggest impact things we can…
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Episode 245: Understanding Early Puberty: Potential Causes, Risk Factors and Concerns
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In this episode, Dr. Lisa and Dr. Toni talk about the growing concern around early puberty in kids. Many are going through puberty earlier than ever and this can have a significant effect on their physical, mental and emotional development, especially for girls. Listen in for more info and some tips on how to prepare yourself and your kids for pube…
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The Surprising Cause Of Nighttime Leg Cramps With Patrick Sullivan
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Episode Highlights With Patrick Sullivan My experience with leg cramps, especially during pregnancy Patrick’s experience with leg cramps The two different types of leg cramps and the root cause of each What is the difference between leg cramps during exercise and at other times, and why is this different Is potassium deficiency the root problem? Wh…
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Beyond Burnout: Reclaiming Your Energy as Parent
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Feeling burnt out? This episode dives into the sneaky ways burnout can take over our lives. Kate speaks with Unna Goldsworthy, founder of Unna Movement, to explore burnout’s telltale signs, its impact on the body and mind, and the strategies to combat it. Unna shares her personal journey of burnout, from pushing through physical and emotional exhau…
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How to Improve Sleep by Addressing Unconscious Programs with Dr. Olga Stevko
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Olga Stevko She is an identical twin and was born on February 29th so her birthday only comes every four years! Her twin sister is also a medical doctor The common patterns people experience when they have sleep issues How quickly addressing unconscious programs can resolve even chronic and deep issues Specific things we…
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How to Improve Your Voice by Addressing Unconscious Programs with Dr. Olga Stevko
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Olga Stevko Why having a strong and pleasant-sounding voice is so important My own story of working on my voice with Dr. Olga How genetic and generational events can impact us, even biologically, and how she addresses these The way she uses quality of voice to help determine what her clients are struggling with What unco…
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Episode 244: The Gut Connection: Unlocking the Secrets of a Healthy Gut
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In this episode, Dr. Lisa talks about all things gut health with certified nutrition practitioner Rachel Einbinder. Too often moms can put their health on the back burner or think that they have to live with common digestive issues like bloating, constipation, or loose stools. Your gut health is also linked to issues with energy, metabolism, mood a…
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Research Every Parent Should Know with Dr. Martin Makary
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Marty Makary What we need to know about allergens and our kids Why we are seeing an epidemic of allergies in kids that isn’t happening in other parts of the world Where the misinformation about peanut allergies came from The basic concept of immune tolerance that experts ignored and why early exposure can be helpful What…
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Blind Spots: Why Humans Resist New Ideas with Dr. Martin Makary
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Episode Highlights With Dr. Marty Makary Why humans resist new ideas so strongly What dogma is and the psychology behind it The reason our minds are so happy and comfortable with one belief and why we resist new ideas What impeccable objectivity is and how to cultivate it The founder's effect and how what we hear first can be so impactful Red flags…
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Nurturing Creativity: A Bridge to Learning Differences
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What happens when a child dreams of becoming a hazmat worker? In this episode, Kate and Dr. Victoria Waller dives into the fascinating ways creativity can become a bridge to success for children with learning differences. Dr. Victoria E. Waller shares her incredible experiences in nurturing children's passions and helping them find their unique str…
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Raising Emotionally Secure and Happy Children with Eli Harwood
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Episode Highlights With Eli Harwood How to tell if your relationship with your child is secure or insecure Ways to strengthen the attachment with your child Attachment is like a dance and how this is helpful to understand A strong attachment with parent/child only depends on us being responsive and “getting it right” 30-50% of the time This is not …
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The Science of Attachment Theory & Why it Matters With Eli Harwood
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Episode Highlights With Eli Harwood How she had a body part eaten by a bear! What attachment theory is when it comes to parenting How the quality of our caregiving relationships in childhood affect our development What attachment figures are and why this matters Attachment is the study of close relationships What the indicators of healthy attachmen…
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In today's show we dive into a topic that affects the majority of the population, including yours truly. Imposter syndrome, or as I prefer to say imposter thoughts. Imposter thoughts are thoughts that regardless of your achievements, you think you are not good enough. Often you feel like a fraud and fear others might find out. Imposter thoughts wil…
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