Immerse. Nourish. Release.

With a few more Hana babies on the horizon, what better way to delve into the topic of pregnancy than a chat with Lara Christie, founder of pioneering pregnancy skincare brand, Pure Mama. Lara shares her personal journey that inspired the creation of Pure Mama and discusses the brand's mission to support mothers through honest conversations about the realities of pregnancy and postpartum life...

In this intimate episode of the Hana Podcast, host Sara Higgins takes the hot seat and shares her personal journey of building Hana Parnell while raising a small family. Sara opens up about what inspired her to create a wellness sanctuary, how living up north has influenced her approach to self-care, and the core values that guided the development of Hana. Sara discusses the challenges of balancin...

This week on the Hana Podcast, we sat down with Johannes Kettelhodt, co-founder of Clearlight Saunas, to answer all your burning questions about saunas and ice baths. Since opening Hana, we've always advocated for using the highest quality products, rigorously tested to ensure they benefit your health rather than harm it. That's why we exclusively use Clearlight saunas, and in this episo...

In this empowering episode of "Immerse Nourish Release," host Sara Higgins interviews Sarah Reid, the founder of Embodyme, a luxury body care brand dedicated to making self-care an essential daily ritual. Sarah discusses the heartfelt mission behind Embodyme and her personal journey that led to its creation, including her experiences with burnout and health coaching. Sarah delves into he...

In this enlightening episode our host Sara Higgins sits down with Frances Shoemack, the visionary founder of Abel, a pioneering brand in the world of 100% natural perfumes. Join us as we delve into the hidden dangers of petrochemicals and the widespread lack of awareness about toxins lurking in conventional fragrances. Frances shares her journey and the passionate ethos behind Abel, highlighting t...

In a world filled with health stressors and an overwhelming array of products, Two Islands bridges the gap between scientifically researched ingredients and simplified nutritional benefits, addressing some of our most significant health challenges. Join us as we chat with founder Julia Matthews about her personal journey that led to the creation of Two Islands, and the organic progression of produ...

Join us in this episode as we sit down with the visionary founders of TWYG, a skincare brand redefining the industry with their unique ethos and dedication to sustainability. Hear about their personal journeys and the creation of TWYG, along with the story behind Totarol, the innovative ingredient that makes their products stand out. We discuss how sustainability is woven into every aspect of TWYG...

Join us for another chat with Sara Higgins, as we uncover another area of her personal life that inspired the opening of Hana. In this episode we discuss her personal health journey overcoming mould exposure.  Sara shares the pivotal moments of discovering her condition, the initial symptoms that plagued her, and the exhaustive search for answers. She reveals the crucial role various experts playe...

In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the world of Mānuka Honey with the visionary founders of ACTIVIST Mānuka. Join us as we uncover the inspiring story behind this unique brand and the personal journey that led to its creation. Our conversation begins with the origins of ACTIVIST Mānuka, exploring how Gabrielle Mirkin and Luke Harwood turned their passion for natural healing and sustain...

Welcome to Season 03! This year we're kicking things off with a heartwarming special episode just in time for Mother's Day. Join us as we sit down with our founder, Sara, for an intimate conversation about her incredible journey to motherhood. In this episode, Sara opens up about the unique challenges and fears she faced as a woman in her late 30s embarking on the adventure of motherhood...

Welcome to our final episode for the year! In this episode, we have Sara back with us as we reflect on 2023 at Hana, covering our new website, rooms, treatments, and staff. Sara shares her highlights for the year both at Hana and in her personal life, her favourite treatments, and standout products from the past year. Join us as we discuss the wellness trends of 2023—nervous system focus, facial t...

In this episode we uncover the essence of the skincare brand Tronque. Redefining beauty and well-being here in New Zealand, join us in this episode as we sit down with Tanne Snowden, the visionary founder behind this incredible brand. Tanne shares her journey to creating Tronque, unveiling what inspired her to develop her revolutionary skincare range. Our conversation delves into the prevalence of...

In this episode, we sat down with Haidee Stairmand to learn more about the practice of  Hanna Somatics. Haidee is  a seasoned body therapy practitioner with over two decades of dedicated practice and over a decade of teaching experience. Haidee's journey through the world of movement has been marked by a profound dedication to understanding the intricate workings of the human body, in order t...

In this episode, we are joined again with Shaz Andrew to discuss the menstrual cycle and the intricate relationship between ovulation and various aspects of women's health. Join us as we discuss: ~ What ovulation is and why it holds such immense importance in the broader context of fertility, reproduction, and overall well-being ~ Anovulatory cycles, how they differ from regular cycles and ho...

Join host Sara Higgins as she engages in a deeply insightful conversation with her long-time friend and esteemed Biomedical Integrative Nutritionist, Kaytee Boyd. With over 25 years of dedicated experience in the Health and Wellness industry, Kaytee brings a wealth of knowledge and compassion to her work at two bustling clinics in Auckland, along with her role as the driving force behind weekend c...

In this episode, our host Sara Higgins and our in-house naturopath, Shaz Andrew, engage in a discussion about stress and its evolution from a crucial survival mechanism to a constant presence in our modern world. They begin by addressing a fundamental question: What, precisely, is stress? Join Shaz as she delves deeper into the science behind stress and its impact on our bodies, offering practical...

In this episode of the Immerse. Nourish. Release. Podcast, our in-house Naturopath Shaz Andrew chats with Gina Urlich. Gina is a women’s health expert, author, speaker and public figure. Gina discusses her journey, from nursing to nutritional medicine and how she became interested in women’s health. She also shares some common causes of hormonal imbalances and what women can do to bring back the b...

Tune in to our latest podcast episode as we catch up with Art Green. As a prominent figure in the health and wellness community, Art shares his insights and experiences that have shaped his journey to a balanced and fulfilling life. Art Green takes us on a personal journey as he shares what "healthy" truly means to him. We explore his latest interests within healthy living and how sleep...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Somatic Practitioner Phoebe Hart. In this episode Phoebe shares with us her own personal journey of healing through movement, and how understanding the nervous system has transformed the way in which she practices herself, and now with others. Phoebe discusses how mind-body centred practices such as Somatic work can support in personal growth and emoti...

Join us for this extensive guide with Shaz Andrew on where toxins hide. Packed with suggestions for easy product and lifestyle swaps, Shaz talks into the dangers of our current toxin exposure and how you can start to create changes within your daily choices. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Where toxins hide ~ Hana Journal Toxic skin-care ingredients ~ Hana Instagram How to dry-brush r...

In this episode, Wim Hof instructor Laura Warren shares her journey as a Clinical Nutritionist and Holistic health practitioner, taking us deep into the science behind ice baths and how breath-work complements cold water immersions. If you are new to The Wim Hof Method, this episode gives a fantastic insight into the essence behind the practice, and how it can benefit you in your everyday life. To...

In episode 5 of the Immerse, Nourish, Release podcast, co-hosts Phoebe and Shaz (Hana’s in-house naturopath) discuss the benefits of ice bathing. Cold therapy as a healing modality has a long history of use, dating back to the Ancient Greeks and even Hippocrates himself. But in recent years, it’s made a comeback. In this conversation Shaz shares the science behind how cold therapy creates changes...

In celebration of Hana’s anniversary, co-host Phoebe Hart chats with founder Sara Higgins about the last 3 years! Sara reflects on her new role as mama, the incredible team supporting her, the original intentions behind creating a wellness space and how things have evolved and grown over this time. Join us in our space to celebrate three years ~ book a treatment . ------------ Connect with us on I...

In this episode co host Shaz Andrew chats with Sophie Correia about her work as a sound healing practitioner. Sophie describes her journey, how she discovered sound healing and the benefits she has gained from this therapeutic modality. We also learn some of the science behind healing with sound waves and are given a detailed account of what one of Sophie’s sound bath experiences looks like. We ar...

In this episode co host Phoebe Hart is joined by Holistic Sex Coach Melissa Vranjes to talk about sexual seasons and sexual rest, particularly in relation to pregnancy & postpartum.  Melissa has recently had a baby and shares her own experience of a ‘sexual winter’ during her pregnancy and postpartum and ways that she navigated this with her partner. In this chat she also provides suggestions...