Keep’em Healthy with Jami Podcast

LAST EPISODE OF SEASON 4 In this episode, I’m sitting down with my friend Kim Porter , a Certified Family Recovery Specialist and a mom who has navigated the long, vulnerable road of her own child's recovery. Kim flips the script on how we talk to our kids about drugs, alcohol, and lifestyle choices. Instead of coming in as a "vigilante" in your own home, Kim teaches us the power of...

Why we need to let our kids (and ourselves) fail more often. Okay, grab your coffee (or your emotional support water bottle) and sit down for this one, because we are diving deep today. I’m sitting down with the incredible Christina Collins—she’s a firefighter wife, boy mom x 2, ultra-endurance athlete, and passionate about the psychology of behavior change. We’re talking about something that hits...

"Winning isn't everything; it’s the byproduct of everything." Have you ever wondered why some teams just click while others—even with all the talent in the world—seem to fall apart when the pressure is on? Today, I’m sitting down with my friend Russ Romano , and he is about to change the way you think about leadership. Russ is a former D1 pitcher and the founder of D1 Mindset Coach...

I sat down with the incredible Kirstin McGowan —you know, the co-lead of PA Unplugged and basically the woman leading the charge for our kids' sanity in Pennsylvania—to talk all things Senate Bill 1014 . If you’ve been following the news (or just dealing with the daily "put the phone away" battle at home), you know this "bell-to-bell" policy is a huge deal. Kirstin is brea...

Hey Listeners, I’m tackling the awkward one today. I recorded an episode for my son about... wait for it... the female hormone cycle. I know, I’ve never been a teenage boy and I’ve never raised one until now, so I definitely acknowledged the major awkwardness factor right at the start! But honestly, this knowledge is too important for him to ignore if I want to raise an empathetic, compassionate m...

I wish I knew this when I was 12! 🤯 My daughter literally bolted from our last "talk," so I’m changing the narrative. It’s not about "the talk"—it’s about teaching her the inherited wisdom of her 28-day cycle.  From the "Go Mode" of the Follicular phase to the "Protection Mode" of the Luteal phase, her moods and energy have a biological purpose. Let’s start...

Are you tired of being a broken record?  Whether you homeschool, private school, or public school—we all want the same thing: to raise good humans. Humans who can think for themselves, solve problems, and actually care about the world around them.  I just sat down with two of the most inspiring women, Danika Dunn and Kelly Clearkin , and they blew my mind with Project-Based Learning (PBL) . Forget...

 If you’ve ever sat on the playroom floor, staring at your toddler and practically willing them to say a word—only to be met with a frustrated grunt or silence—this episode is for you. I’m sitting down with my go-to expert, Speech-Language Pathologist Jennifer Gordon , to talk about a method that totally flipped my perspective on how kids learn to talk: PROMPT. We’re getting into the "meat&qu...

Does it feel like your kid catches every single thing going around the classroom? Between the "beige diet" of chicken nuggets and the overwhelming wall of vitamins at the grocery store, it’s hard to know if we’re actually helping our kids’ health or just buying really expensive gummies. In this episode, we’re having a "pre-coffee" huddle with Dr. Alison Finger, ND , founder of...

Lately, it feels like we’re totally drowning in digital noise and AI-generated everything . Between the kids using chatbots for homework and us constantly fighting the "screen time battle," it’s easy to feel like that special "human spark" is just... dimming. Today, I’m chatting with my friend Kate Brenton , a holistic educator who has spent twenty years igniting creativity fro...

The 'best' for our kids used to mean good grades and travel soccer. Now? It means making sure a smartphone doesn’t hijack their development. If you’ve ever felt like you’re losing your child to a screen—or if the CBSD 1:1 laptop initiative has you feeling overwhelmed—this episode is your lifeline. We’re sitting down with the Kirstin McGowan (from Ep 79) to move past the 'screen time...

Pull up a chair (or, let’s be real, hide in the pantry for five minutes)—we need to talk about a game-changer for your kids' health that doesn't cost a dime. If you feel like you’re barely surviving the daily circus and your kids are struggling with bedtime or constant sniffles, I’ve found the one thing that actually moves the needle. In today’s episode, I’m letting you in on a biologica...

Dr. Anna Marie , also known as 'The Mindset Doctor,' spent years navigating the fog of depression and the chaos of ADHD and dyslexia. Instead of accepting those labels as limitations, she used them as fuel to pursue a Ph. D. in Natural Medicine and become an expert in Herbology and Brain Health. She’s the host of The Happy Whole You Podcast and she believes that with the right tools, we...

Is the morning school routine triggering a meltdown—for your child and you? If you are dealing with a crying child before the bus comes, I want you to know two things: You are doing a great job, and anxiety is a wave that we can learn to surf. Today, I’m talking to you like a friend on the couch. We are going to explore how integrative wellness can change the chemistry of your morning. It’s not ab...

Keep'em Healthy is specializing now on Kid/Teen Health! Come listen to the new episodes every MONDAY!  You know that feeling when you’re sitting in the doctor’s office, looking at your child who you know is struggling, and the "experts" just shrug their shoulders?  I lived in that "I don't know" space for way too long. I was frustrated, I was uncomfortable, and honest...

Cortney McDermott , Vanity Fair Corporation executive turned award-winning author, TEDx speaker, and mind-body expert, translates complex neuroscience, quantum theory, and epigenetic research into practical tools for radical transformation and wealth. Empowering people to tap into their inner intelligence, Cortney bridges science and consciousness to help individuals and teams unlock the Genius th...

Stella Falkner is a Korean-American entrepreneur, mother, Certified Mental Health Peer Specialist, Postpartum Doula, Lactation Educator, and maternal health advocate. Her work centers on building technology that is deeply empathetic and grounded in the lived experiences of real families. After navigating her own mental health challenges in motherhood and finding strength in the support of other mo...

Joni Garcia MS, RD, is a registered dietitian with over 20 years of experience in public-health nutrition and the founder of The Rooted Kitchen in Doylestown, PA. She helps busy women feel more energized and confident cooking real, whole foods while also supporting their nervous system through breathwork, mindfulness, and simple daily rituals. Her holistic approach blends 1:1 coaching with hands-o...

In this episode, I welcome Sam Citro Alexander to the show. Sam is all about how to make small, smarter swaps in the grocery aisle that genuinely improve health—without spending more money or cooking differently. People don’t need another diet trend, they need clarity. The FoodHealth Score lets you compare two nearly identical products—two yogurts, two cereals, two pastas—and instantly see which o...

Looking for embarrassing Christmas stories? Welp, you've found them!  This episode highlights the GOOD, the BAD, and the UGLY of our Christmas past! If you need to laugh off the holiday stress, this episode is for you! Enjoy my sisters and I in this Christmas edition of Si5ter forum. 2:06 Christmas Rapid Fire with the SI5ters 2:44 Best Christmas Travel Memory 4:12 Best Christmas present 4:47...

Even if you get through LESS, you'll get MORE out of it! This episode was sparked from this beautifully chaotic time of year. I have been listening to the voice of Rush and it is burning out my brain! This is a reminder to me and you to enjoy being present in the moments of the holidays with your loved ones! I have SO much appreciation is for YOU, my listeners! Thank you for all that you do i...

Ladies, this time of year requires ALOT from us as Moms, Sisters, Friends, Neighbors, and the list goes on. In the meantime, we want to show up to all the holiday events looking fun and current!  On this episode, Emily Nevinger , a personal Wardrobe Stylist, joins me and teaches what is happening in the Holiday style world of 2025 , explains how to shop my closet, and where to go outside of my clo...

Your skin is a messaging system for your health. In this episode, Christa and I dive into how you skin is a drainage organ and when your other drainage systems are backed up, then your skin is used to get rid "of the trash." Christa explains how it works and how to address skin issues.  Christa Biegler, RD is an award-winning dietitian and root-cause nutritionist, and the owner of Less S...

On this episode, Kirsten Karchmer joins me in the conversation about considering ALL the pieces to your fertility and period health puzzle! Kirsten Karchmer is the Developer and CEO of Conceivable. Her work centers on making fertility care radically more accessible and effective. As one of the first reproductive acupuncturists in North America, Kirsten has helped over 10,000 women and couples impr...

On this episode, Jaclynn Morgan , Co-Founder and CEO of Healthvice, talks about her mission to simplify nutrition for busy individuals, so wellness feels both convenient and craveable. Jaclynn has spent over 20 years in healthcare, focusing on chronic pain, and now lead a team crafting the WellFed app, uniting chef-driven recipes, curated meal planning, and AI-powered adaptations, all designed for...