Thrive with Carrie

If you've ever struggled with bloating, food sensitivities, autoimmune symptoms, inflammation, brain fog, skin issues, or hormone challenges, this episode is for you. In this solo episode, Carrie dives into one of the most overlooked aspects of gut health: the gut barrier (sometimes called the gut lining). She explains what it is, why it matters, and how a compromised gut barrier—often referr...

If you've ever thought: "I'm doing everything right, so why do I feel so different?" This episode is for you. In this conversation, I sit down with Certified Integrative Health Practitioner Jen Oknin to unpack one of the biggest frustrations women face in perimenopause and menopause: feeling like the strategies that used to work suddenly don't anymore. We dive into the cha...

This week on the Thrive with Carrie podcast, Carrie gets real about a type of exhaustion so many women are quietly carrying  ~ the emotional, mental, and physical depletion that comes from constantly holding everything together. From managing schedules, caregiving, careers, family responsibilities, and the invisible mental load of everyday life, many women are stuck in a chronic state of stress an...

If you feel like your body has changed in midlife—and no matter what you do, it’s just not responding—you are not crazy… and you are not alone. In this episode of Thrive with Carrie , I sit down with lymphatic specialist and occupational therapist Kaitlin Barry to uncover a commonly missed root issue for many women: lipedema and lymphatic dysfunction . We talk about: • The difference between liped...

If your life feels like pure chaos right now… this episode is for you. Between baseball games, end-of-year events, summer planning and packed schedules, it’s easy to feel like your health takes a backseat. But what if staying on track didn’t have to feel overwhelming—or like a full-time job? In today’s episode, I’m sharing simple, realistic strategies I use in my own busy life to stay consistent w...

In this episode of Thrive with Carrie , I’m joined by my friend Meredith Minor — photographer, wellness advocate, and mom — for a powerful conversation about fertility, MTHFR, and the importance of advocating for your health. After years of being told her infertility was “unexplained,” Meredith chose to keep asking questions. In this conversation, she shares her experience with PCOS, miscarriage,...

Have you ever felt like you’re doing everything right… but still don’t feel like yourself? Low energy. Brain fog. Mood swings. Hormone imbalances. Stubborn weight that won’t budge. And then you’re told… “your labs look normal.” In this episode, I’m diving into a topic that completely changed how I understand my own body— the MTHFR gene and methylation —and why it may be a missing piece for so many...

Berberine has been getting a lot of attention lately—some people even calling it “nature’s Ozempic.” But what actually is it, and how does it work in the body? In this episode of the Thrive with Carrie Podcast , I break down the science behind this powerful plant compound and why it’s becoming a conversation in the world of metabolic and gut health. We talk about how berberine may help support: •...

In this solo episode, Carrie breaks down why cravings, “food noise,” and never quite feeling full are not a willpower problem   ~  they’re often a regulation problem rooted in the gut–brain connection. You’ll learn: What the gut–brain axis is and why fullness cues can get muted Why blood sugar swings, inflammation, stress, and constant grazing make cravings louder How simple habits like protein-fi...

What if much of what we’ve been told to expect in midlife… isn’t inevitable? In this conversation, Carrie sits down with registered nurse Denise Wills to talk about menopause, hormones, and why so many women are navigating this stage without the information they deserve. Denise shares her journey through premature menopause, autoimmune challenges, digestive issues, and osteoporosis — and how learn...

As the days get shorter, many women notice shifts in mood, energy, sleep, and motivation — and it’s not “all in your head.” In this episode, we’re diving into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and why winter can feel especially hard, particularly during midlife. You’ll learn how reduced daylight impacts your circadian rhythm, serotonin, and hormones — and why women in perimenopause and menopause m...

In this episode, I’m sharing a personal reflection inspired by turning 50 — and a powerful shift I’m making in how I approach movement, work, and rest. For most of my life, I believed that pushing harder was the key to better results. More workouts. More productivity. Less rest. But as I’ve moved into midlife, my body has been asking for something different — and science backs it up. We’ll talk ab...

Forget pressure-filled resolutions—this episode is all about choosing a word that supports who you’re becoming. Carrie shares how her past words ( Intention → Abundance → Embrace ) shaped her growth over the last three years and reveals her word for 2026. You’ll learn why a “Word of the Year” creates deeper alignment than a checklist, how it connects to nervous system support and nourishment, and...

A couple weeks before Christmas, Carrie shares a real-life update on her alcohol-free journey ~ what’s changed, what’s surprised her, and why this has become one of the most powerful shifts for her energy, mood, clarity, and presence. She’s joined by her friend and mentor Maureen Benkovich , certified Alcohol Freedom & Wellness Coach and host of the Sober Fit Life podcast, for an honest conver...

This episode is your holiday survival guide — without restriction, guilt, or starting over on January 1st. Carrie walks you through why we tend to overeat this time of year and gives you five grounded, doable strategies to enjoy the food, the fun, and the festivities without the sluggishness, cravings, or crash that so many people feel by mid-December. You’ll learn: • Why holiday routines trigger...

What if the biggest multiplier for your health isn’t another supplement—but presence? In this conversation, Carrie sits down with Dr. Marisa Catapano, a licensed Naturopathic Doctor (ND), Fellow of the American Board of Naturopathic Oncology (FABNO) and certified Neo Emotional Release Practitioner specializing in holistic healing, emotional wellbeing and integrative cancer care to explore how soma...

After a busy season, Carrie is back—and kicking off November with a powerful reset: gratitude. Not the fluffy kind, but the kind that rewires your stress response and supports real, measurable health gains. In this episode, Carrie explains how practicing gratitude can shift your brain out of negativity bias, boost serotonin and dopamine, raise heart-rate variability (hello, parasympathetic “rest-a...

School. Sports. Travel teams. Homework. Life as a student athlete is demanding—and nutrition can make or break performance. In this episode, Carrie breaks down how to keep your athlete energized, focused, and resilient through smart fueling, hydration, rest, and prep strategies. Think of this as your parent cheat sheet for supporting peak performance (without living in the drive-thru lane!). Follo...

In this episode of Thrive with Carrie , I sit down with Gwen Dudley, Community Outreach Specialist at The Mood Center in Annapolis, to explore powerful new approaches to mental health care. Gwen shares her personal journey with grief and healing, and explains how innovative treatments like ketamine infusions, Spravato, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are helping people find breakthroug...

Did you know that your daily bathroom trip is a built-in gut check? In this episode, Carrie breaks down the “5 P’s” of poop ~ Pattern, Pace, Physical appearance (Bristol chart), Pigmentation (color), and Pungency (smell) ~ to help you spot what’s normal, what’s not, and what to do next. We cover constipation vs. urgency, how stress can pause gut motility (hello fight or flight), what stool color c...

What happens when the system you’ve worked in for years no longer feels aligned with true healing? In this episode of Thrive with Carrie , I sit down with my dear friend, Abby Tweeten—a registered nurse turned holistic health advocate—who shares her powerful journey from burnout and chronic illness to finding freedom through root-cause healing. Abby opens up about:  👉 The decade-long health strug...

In this episode of Thrive with Carrie , we’re tackling something every woman faces: setbacks. Whether it’s falling off routine after summer, hitting a plateau, struggling with fatigue, or life simply throwing curveballs—obstacles are part of the process, not proof of failure. Carrie shares practical tools and mindset shifts to help you reframe setbacks as opportunities for growth. You’ll learn how...

What if the key to feeling more peace, alignment, and self-acceptance was already written into your energetic blueprint?  In this episode of Thrive with Carrie , I sit down with my dear friend and Diamond Plexus leader, Darci Grotton, a Level 4 Quantum Human Design Specialist. She shares how Human Design can help you understand your unique gifts, release the pressure to “should” yourself into a bo...

School is back in session—which means packing lunches, juggling schedules, and keeping your kids fueled for long days of learning, sports, and activities. In this episode, I’m sharing my go-to formula for healthy, balanced snacks that keep blood sugar steady, boost brain power, and support gut health. You’ll learn: The simple protein + fiber + healthy fat combo to prevent energy crashes Easy, kid-...

Today’s episode is extra special—I'm joined by my youngest son, Jack, for a six-month check-in on the goals he set at the start of the year! From pitching milestones to bench press PRs and a shift in mindset around school, we talk about what it really takes to set and achieve goals—at any age. Together, we explore: The power of writing goals down (and keeping them visible) Why belief and cons...