Women's Wellness Authority Podcast

The moon mirrors our own cycles of reflection, release, and renewal—and when we tune into that rhythm, everything shifts. 🌙 In this episode, host Diana Ruszkowski welcomes back Reiki practitioner Lori Ogden to explore how moon phases and Reiki energy work together to support emotional balance and self-awareness. Learn simple lunar rituals, journal prompts, and grounding breath practices, then exp...

What if the “clean” products in your bathroom weren’t as safe as you think? In this empowering conversation, pharmacist Amy Enos joins host Diana Ruszkowski to uncover the truth about hidden toxins in personal-care and cleaning products—and how to make simple, stress-free swaps that actually protect your health. After losing her mother to stage 4 kidney cancer, Amy made it her life’s mission to ed...

What if the thing you’ve been told creates success—stress—is actually what’s holding you back? In this conversation, Erin Wallen, Stress Freedom Coach and I break down the science of the nervous system and why “busy” isn’t a badge of honor. You’ll learn simple, evidence-based practices that help you trade hustle for ease —without sacrificing ambition. In this episode The real cost of living in fig...

Is cancer in your family? Genetic testing can feel overwhelming, but it can also bring clarity, peace of mind, and even life-saving options. In this episode of Women’s Wellness Authority , host Diana Ruszkowski talks with genetic counselor Rio Stenner about hereditary cancer, genetic testing myths, and how one person’s results can impact an entire family. Together, they explore what genetic counse...

Fertility is more than a numbers game. In this episode of Women’s Wellness Authority , I sit down with Dr. Katie Wood , pharmacist and holistic fertility practitioner, to talk about the real factors that shape fertility—and the hope that comes with understanding your body. We cover: • Why your menstrual cycle is your “fifth vital sign” • How stress, nutrition, and toxins impact fertility • Common...

Have you ever wondered why your mind says one thing but your body knows another? That’s where Human Design comes in—a powerful system that blends astrology, chakras, and energy mapping to show you how you’re uniquely wired. In this episode of Women’s Wellness Authority , Diana sits down with Christina Rothstein, M.S. Ed. , educator, literacy coach, and Human Design practitioner, for a deep dive in...

In this deeply personal episode, host Diana Ruszkowski sits down with her mother, Janet Pawul , to share a 37-year journey that began with a healthy newborn who quickly faced complex health challenges—and a mom who refused to be dismissed. Without the internet or online support, Janet followed her gut, asked hard questions, and built a care team that included chiropractic, naturopathy, reflexology...

Ready for the solutions? In Part 2 of my conversation with Dawn Strength, certified integrative nutrition health coach , we move beyond why your body feels different into how to support it naturally. We cover: ✅ The discovery & repair phases for gut healing ✅ How to identify and remove inflammatory foods ✅ Supplements & foods that support gut lining and hormone balance ✅ Nutritional gu...

Are you feeling frustrated with stubborn weight gain, cravings, fatigue, or mood swings—even though you’re “doing all the right things”? You’re not alone. In this first part of my conversation with Dawn Strength, certified integrative nutrition health coach , we unpack what’s really happening in perimenopause and beyond, including: How estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone shift over time What...

What does it really mean to manifest the life you desire—and how do you start? In this inspiring episode of Women’s Wellness Authority , Diana sits down with life coach and educator Katy Kerschner to talk about the courage it takes to ask for more, live unapologetically, and align with your true path. Together, they unpack the power of mindset, the importance of community, and why small intentiona...

What happens when the kids are grown, the house is quiet, and you're no longer sure who you are beyond the roles you've always played? In this heartfelt episode of Women’s Wellness Authority , host Diana Ruszkowski sits down with Kimberly Jarboe, a former educator and stay-at-home mom who completely reinvented herself at 50—becoming a thriving real estate professional after decades of prio...

In this heartfelt episode of Women’s Wellness Authority , host Diana Ruszkowski welcomes maternal wellness advocate and founder of Nest and Nurture, Mila Brady , to talk about the often-overlooked reality of postpartum care. Together, they explore what it really takes to thrive in the early stages of motherhood—beyond the baby shower and birth plan. Mila shares her personal postpartum journey duri...

In this eye-opening episode of Women's Wellness Authority , I’m joined by Gaye Walden , a certified holistic health coach and founder of Holistic Breast Health in Charlotte, NC. We explore what every woman deserves to know about breast health—beyond the mammogram. Gaye breaks down the difference between mammograms, ultrasounds, MRIs, and the often-overlooked thermography—a radiation-free, FDA-...

Could mold be the root cause of your mysterious symptoms? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Diana Stafford, a board-certified MD and mold-literate functional medicine doctor, to explore how mold exposure silently disrupts your health. From fatigue, brain fog, and hormone imbalances to gut issues and chronic inflammation, we unpack why mold is often misdiagnosed or overlooked in conventional med...

In this heartfelt and healing episode of Women's Wellness Authority , Diana sits down with her best friend and Reiki Master Teacher, Lori Ogden. Together, they explore the power of Reiki—what it is, how it works, and why it's so much more than “just energy work.” Lori shares her personal path to becoming a Reiki healer, how energy can be channeled both in-person and at a distance, and why...

In this episode of Women's Wellness Authority, host Diana Ruszkowski sits down with holistic nutritionist and wellness coach Katie Linden to spotlight the unsung heroes of health: minerals. With a deep dive into the four core minerals—calcium, magnesium, sodium, and potassium—Katie explains how these essential nutrients impact everything from hormonal balance and energy levels to mood, sleep,...

Diana Ruszkowski is a former corporate marketing executive turned holistic health advocate and host of the Women's Wellness Authority podcast. Her journey into wellness began early, shaped by watching her mother navigate the healthcare system in search of answers for her brother’s chronic health issues—a formative experience that introduced her to alternative healing. Growing up in a household...