After the Bell

Do you actually need IV hydration...or could you just drink some water and take a vitamin? 💧 In this episode of The Nurse by the Shore Podcast , Lauren breaks down the science behind IV hydration and vitamin therapy...including what actually makes the IV route different, what’s in common IV fluids, and why the fluid, ingredients, dose, and person receiving it all matter. We’re talking Lactated Ri...

Thymosin Alpha-1 (TA1) is a peptide studied for immune health and thymic function. In this episode we break down what it is, how it works, and what the research actually says about immune aging. We’ll talk about thymic involution and immune aging, how TA1 interacts with different parts of the immune system, where it’s actually been studied, and why this peptide has become such a big topic in the l...

I'm a wellness nurse who owns a wellness practice... and I don't believe everything the wellness industry says. In this first episode, I'm laying out what this podcast is REALLY about - researched wellness without the overwhelm, fear-mongering, or pressure to be perfect. We talk about why being healthy has started to feel like a full-time job, what I learned from being a nurse AND a pa...

What happens after cancer treatment ends… and the world expects you to “go back to normal”? In episode 31 of After the Bell, Lauren explores the shift from survival mode to safety. After years of pushing through diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, she shares why true healing isn’t about continuing to fight… it’s about creating stability, nervous system regulation, and a life that feels safe again....

In episode 30 of After the Bell, Lauren shares how she was accidentally diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. As a nurse. As a cancer survivor. As someone deeply familiar with inflammation and the body. She still didn’t see this coming. In this conversation, Lauren walks through: The symptoms she brushed off What testing for Crohn’s actually looks like Why procedures like colonoscopies and MREs can temp...

✨ What happens when fertility, cancer, and mindset collide? In this episode, Lauren sits down with friend and transformation coach, Rebecca Mauel, whose experienced infertility to talk about control, letting go, and reframing the hardest seasons. From personal fertility struggles to the overlap with cancer survivorship, this conversation is filled with purpose, perspective, and hope for anyone na...

💗 Wondering if vaginal estrogen is safe after breast cancer? In this video, I’m sharing my honest experience using vaginal estrogen after cancer treatment and medical menopause. If you’ve struggled with vaginal dryness, discomfort, or painful intimacy after breast cancer treatment, you’re not alone. I was nervous about trying vaginal estrogen, but it ended up making a big difference in my recover...

I tried Revaree after breast cancer treatment and medical menopause to help with vaginal dryness and discomfort. In this video, I’m sharing my honest review of Bonafide Revaree: what I loved, what I didn’t, and whether it’s actually worth it for breast cancer survivors. 💗 *If you’re struggling with vaginal dryness after breast cancer, hormone therapy, or menopause, this review is for you!" (This...

Most people know about BRCA1 and BRCA2… But what about the other gene mutations that increase breast cancer risk and could shape your treatment and prevention plan? In this video, I’m breaking down two under-recognized but important players: 🔬 CHEK2: an inherited genetic mutation that affects DNA repair and raises the risk for breast, colon, and prostate cancer 🧬 PIK3CA: an acquired mutation fou...

You rang the bell… but now what? In this video, I’m opening up about the truth behind cancer survivorship and why the hardest part can start after treatment ends. I created “After the Bell” to fill the gap so many of us feel when we’re told we’re done… but we’re still exhausted, lost, and trying to rebuild. If you’re navigating life after cancer, medical menopause, or just trying to feel like your...

Struggling with weight, fatigue, or recovery after cancer or in menopause? Here’s why protein is key - and how to get enough without the overwhelm. In today’s video, I’m breaking down why protein is a non-negotiable when it comes to fat loss, recovery, and energy after breast cancer and in forced menopause. We’ll cover how much protein you actually need, when to eat it, and how it supports your me...

Forced menopause can feel like an uphill battle especially when it comes to fat loss, energy, and confidence. This series gives you the tools to understand your changing body, master your metabolism, and build a lifestyle that supports lasting health and strength. You’re not alone, and together, we’ll thrive. Follow along the new series focused on forced menopause after cancer - hitting in all the...

This week on🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we Devon Fanelli, PT, DPT, CLT. Devon is a Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Therapist and Certified Lymphedema Therapist and is passionate about providing quality care to women who are experiencing cancer treatment. In this episode, we dive deep into understanding lymphedema - what it is, how it happens, prevention, how to deal with it and much more. After the B...

After the Bell is a podcast for cancer thrivers where we share cancer stories, advice, and hope. We are all in this together. This week on🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have Kate Ellis. Kate has experienced breast cancer three times and is still undergoing active treatment. She shares her unique story to shed light on the importance of advocating for yourself. Find Kate on IG http://www.instagram....

After the Bell is a podcast for cancer thrivers where we share cancer stories, advice, and hope. We are all in this together. This week on🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have Lindsay. Lindsay was diagnosed with Tongue cancer at 18 weeks pregnant about ten years ago. She lets us in on what she went through and where they are today. You don't want to miss this one. Find Lindsay on IG http://www.insta...

After the Bell is a podcast for cancer thrivers where we share cancer stories, advice, and hope. We are all in this together. This week on🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have Cristy. Wife, mother, and stage 4 breast cancer fighter. Today we are highlighting her story and more importantly how she is is fighting like hell and sharing hope. Find Cristy on IG http://www.instagram.com/cristy_cat84 🎙️ Af...

Reviewing the two different treatments for hormone positive breast cancer: tamoxifen vs exemestane (Aromasin). I have a decision to make regarding my treatment. This video is for anyone who is switching from an aromatase inhibitor to tamoxifen or vice versa. After the Bell is a podcast for cancer thrivers sharing cancer stories, advice, and hope. We are all in this together. 💖 Join the THRIVER TR...

After the Bell is a podcast for cancer thrivers sharing cancer stories, advice, and hope. We are all in this together. This week on🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have Dr. Elyce Cardonick. Dr. Elyce Cardonick, the cancer and pregnancy specialist, is a high-risk obstetrician (Maternal Fetal Medicine specialist) at Cooper University Health Care and professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Cooper Med...

I update on the symptom I'm having in my survivorship journey which is neuropathy in my hands. I also discuss genetic mutations like the one I have (PALB2) and their relationship with endocrine disrupting chemicals. Last but not least an update on my very first half marathon and my mindset. Intro 0:50 Neuropathy 3:10 Mindset on symptoms after cancer 5:06 My Genetic Mutation (palb2) 9:00 Changes af...

After the Bell is a podcast for cancer thrivers. We share cancer stories, advice, and hope. We are all in this together. This week on🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have Lauren Conner. Wife, mother, owner of two CrossFit gyms, former D1 athlete and police officer, and a breast cancer survivor. Today we are highlighting her story and more importantly how she is giving back to the breast cancer commu...

Talking from.experience, 3 year stage 3a breast cancer while pregnant survivor, registered nurse, and holistic nutritionist talks about practical ways to combat and reduce chemotherapy side effects.

Welcome thriver tribe! In today's episode I review the 6 habits I STOPPED in order to THRIVE after cancer. I found a way to live my best life after cancer and I want to help you start loving life after cancer too. // Let's connect! // IG https://www.instagram.com/laurenmcranmer ✉️ lauren@yourwellnurse.com Free Music for Videos 👉 Music by Dakkuma - Other day - https://thmatc.co/?l=8C501D18

This week in episode 12 of 🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have Gina Lehman. She's a wife, mom, author, and breast cancer survivor. Her daughter was starting therapy for autism the week Gina started cancer treatment. Gina and I chat about choosing to take power back and having intention after a cancer diagnosis. We had a wonderful conversation you do not want to miss it. Find Gina on IG http://www....

This week in episode 11 of 🎙️After the Bell Podcast ➡️ we have a special guest. @JenDelvaux , host of Not Today Cancer podcast and breast cancer survivor, and I chat about controlling the controllables after cancer. We had a wonderful conversation you do not want to miss it. Find Jen on IG http://www.instagram.com/jendelvaux // Let's connect! // IG https://www.instagram.com/laurenmcranmer ✉️ laure...

Does cancer change you as a person? One thing people don't think of when they think of cancer is the expectations... unless you're a cancer patient. This week I'm discussing expectations vs the realities from my personal experience.