Self Care Simplified

It’s no surprise that pregnancy does a number on our abs. But can you address those issues 5, 10 even 20 years later? Listener Bobbi finds herself in this very situation: “So, I suspect that I still have some diastasis recti from years ago (my kids are in their early 20’s now). I have heard that there are certain exercises that people with diastasis recti should not do. What are those? I don’t wan...

Statistically, every second of every day an older adult (age 65+) suffers a fall in the U.S. I did the math for you - that’s 86,400 falls each day! That’s 31 million falls a year - and women are falling way more often than men. But what if I told you it didn’t have to be that way. Today is part two of a little mini-series, and I’m kind of doing these backwards. Last week we tackled steps you can t...

It’s one thing to have a nutrition plan in place when you’re home and in your routine. But what happens when you need to hit the road? Listener Kathleen find herself in this very spot. “My husband and I are taking a road trip for about a week, and I wanted to know what your suggestions would be on packing healthy snacks while we’re driving, and also healthy snacks in the evening. We’ll be bringing...

Falls are the leading cause of injury and injury death among Americans 65 and older. In fact, o ne out of four older adults will fall each year in the United States. While the statistics are sobering, the reality is that falling does not have to automatically equal serious injury. In this week’s episode, we’ll look at the risks associated with falling as we age. And then we’ll dive into the things...

Some nutritional swaps are pretty clear - like choosing fruit over “fruit” snacks. But what about the ones that aren’t so clear cut, like fruit juice. In today’s shortie episode, Sarah asks: “I like to have a glass of fortified orange juice with with my breakfast each morning. Can this substitute for the glass of water with breakfast?” Like so many things surrounding our health and nutrition, the...

Self-care encompasses all areas of our life, including our physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. But there’s probably an area you haven’t considered - a healthy sex life. Today on the podcast I’m joined by Amanda Louder, a Certified Sex & Marriage Coach who helps Christian men & women overcome the obstacles that stand in the way of a more intimate relationship. She is also the...

It’s impossible to be on social media without hearing about the overwhelming benefits of Intermittent Fasting for women in midlife. But do the results actually match the hype? Listener Carrie asks: “I have a question around fasting - what are your thoughts on the best ways to implement it? How do you keep up with your nutrition? How does it affect your body and would you recommend it?” If you’ve w...

Do you dread working out and struggle to get motivated? Are you always hoping your workouts will change how you look, and it’s just not happening? So frustrating! Listen in as the tables are turned, and I’M INTERVIEWED by Dr. Tabatha Barber on the Gutsy Gynecologist podcast! She asked me why women often have such a strong negative association with exercise, and why, because of that, we struggle wi...

Nothing’s worse than being sidelined by back pain! But how can we tackle our daily activities - think Costco boxes, Amazon packages, and wiggly kids and grandkids - without fear of hurting ourselves? Listener Nicole asked the same thing: “I’ve hurt my back several times in the past when picking something up off the floor. So now, I’m always nervous when I have to do it. What are your tips on how t...

Did you know the average adult will go on a diet nearly 160 times over the course of their life? That’s 160 times we… reach a breaking point with our bodies choose the latest diet that promises results fast struggle through rules, restrictions and frustrations ultimately give up because it’s not realistic or sustainable find ourselves back at square one feeling defeated It’s no secret that we all...

Struggling with low back pain? What if the key to improving a cranky back was actually in your hips? Listener Heather asks: “My low back has been flaring up like crazy lately. I went to the chiropractor and showed him where I hurt, and he mentioned that my psoas muscle could be to blame. So, can you explain this to me - why would my psoas muscle make my back hurt? And then what should be my game p...

If I had to guess, I’d say you struggle to take care of your own body and personal self-care needs because you’re so busy caring for everybody else in your life. Am I right? Your kids, spouse, your parents, your job, your business, the responsibilities you’re involved in - can make you feel like a full-time caregiver. If that resonates with you, you’re not alone. On today’s podcast, we’ll dive int...

We are constantly bombarded with information and strategies on how to lose weight. But what do we do when we feel satisfied with the progress we’ve made and want to just maintain it? In this shortie episode, listener Celine asks: “My issue right now isn’t so much losing the weight… it’s maintaining where I’m at and keeping it off, WITHOUT OBSESSING.” Maybe you’ve had the same question! Let’s discu...

Hormone imabalances? Estrogen dominance? Heavy periods? Poor gut health? Adrenal fatigue? Holy-moly, we’re covering it ALL today on the podcast in one concise, super-informative conversation!! If you’re peri-menopausal, post-menopausal or simply suspecting that “something is up” and you’re not getting very good answers - stop everything and listen to this episode. Dr. Tabatha Barber joins me on th...

Have you ever walked out of the doctor’s office frustrated because your cholesterol numbers don’t seem to reflect your healthy choices? Are you looking for ways to move those numbers in the right direction without medication? Listener Kristen found herself in this exact situation, and asked: “Before my doctor tries to put me on medication, I want to try to lower my cholesterol naturally. Which foo...

Are you entering midlife and experiencing some weight gain, especially in your midsection? Are you doing all the things that seemed to work in your 20s and 30s, but not getting the same results? You’re not alone! Wrestling with your body’s changing needs in your 40s, 50s and beyond is a common struggle. And finding solid, accurate and reliable solutions can feel overwhelming and discouraging. In t...

Do you find that you make time for your workout, but then spend the rest of the day sitting at your desk? To feel our best, our bodies need more movement than just a couple of workouts a week - especially if the majority of our day is sedentary. In this shortie “Ask Megan” episode, I explain how sitting all day negatively impacts your body. And I provide tips for increasing your movement throughou...

What happens when tragedy strikes or life makes a sharp left turn from the path you were on? How do you create or maintain self-care habits in the midst of the storm? In this episode, I have a deeply moving and inspiring conversation with Keli Martin, a remarkable mom of 6, who opens up about her journey through grief and how she adjusted her self-care habits to help sustain her in the midst of th...

Are high intensity workouts best? Should a workout make you sweat to be effective? Are light intensity workouts a waste of time? In this shortie episode, I’m answering listener Megan’s question: “When I have time to workout it’s hard for me to choose anything other than a high intensity workout or something with heavy weights. I always feel like the harder workout is better. I’ve always struggled...

If you're feeling the weight of daily stress and wondering about its toll on your body, tune in immediately! Elizabeth Andreyevskiy is a renowned stress coach, helping overwhelmed women navigate their often hectic lives with a sense of calm and patience. In this episode, she answers burning questions like: What are the real physical impacts of chronic stress on women's bodies? Why do so ma...

Is there a right and wrong way to leverage accountability partnerships? Oh yes. In fact, there is a formula to follow to ensure you actually successful! In this quick, insightful episode, I’m answering listener Heather’s question: Do you have any tips or strategies on being successful with accountability partners? So we’re going to tackle how to effectively utilize accountability partnerships (wit...

It’s easy to get overwhelmed and feel like HUGE SHIFTS in your life would be needed to see and feel a difference in your body. But in this 2-part series, you’re learning that BIG OVERHAULS are not necessary at all! There are 6 very small changes that you can make to your everyday life that WILL help you feel young and pain free. Last week, in Part 1, you learned about 3 movement-based habits to tr...

Is it possible to increase your protein intake and NOT simultaneously gain weight? YES! In this shortie episode, I’m addressing a very common nutrition concern among women - whenever they try to increase their protein intake up to the recommended amount, they end up “packing on the pounds”. You’re going to learn: The ideal amount of protein for women and what that actually relates to in a real mea...

Do you ever feel old, achy and zapped of energy? Do you creak and groan - perhaps even just jokingly - when you get up and down? Is your body looking and feeling older than you’d like? No doubt you WANT to feel young and energetic again, but you just don’t have the bandwidth to implement some big changes. What you need are some really simple habits that you can easily do every day that will help y...

The protein recommendations for women always sound ridiculous. That’s SO much protein! How is it even possible to eat that much, especially if you don’t like meat?! Podcast listener, Bonnie, sent me this question this week: “I’d like to hear you talk about ways to ensure adequate daily protein intake for women who don’t eat meat - like beef, pork chicken, etc. This is me, but I do eat fish, eggs a...