WandHER Podcast with Sandy & Olivia

Hey Wandee's! This ep is just a quick update about what's going on behind the scenes and why we're hitting pause for just a little while. Life has gotten a bit busier for the both of us! Liv is back to work after maternity leave and Sandy is juggling life with two houses. We're taking this time to reset and recharge, but don't worry, we will be soon with more episodes and empowering conversations!...

Welcome to the chaotic WandHer Holiday episode! Both kiddos make their presence known throughout this recording, but nothing could be more fitting given we reflect on 2024, the year we both became mothers! We share some of our favorite holiday traditions and chat about things the upcoming year has in store. Happy Holidays, Wandees! We hope 2025 has great things in store for you :)   If you enjoy l...

A long journey of fear is conquered! After years of anxiety surrounding pregnancy, Olivia finally made it to the finish line and welcomed her baby girl! Fueled by caffeine and newborn sleep deprivation, join us as Olivia recounts her birth. And as most births do, it did NOT go as planned.    ***Trigger warning for listeners: Blood and other bodily fluids discussed throughout this episode. Enjoy!  ...

Welcome to the podcast, Paige, a soon-to-be mom with an incredible testimony! Paige shares about how her rare autoimmune disease led her to suffering from a stroke at the age of 25 and then being told pregnancy would kill her. Now she is living life on her own terms and is weeks away from welcoming her baby girl! We chat about the carnivore diet, high risk pregnancy, and how important it is to lis...

When the world emphasizes the importance of "niching down" and defining yourself based on your job title, Haley of The Passion Pursuit claps back! Haley challenges today's mentality by reminding us that ALL our passions hold importance and success will come when we follow what brings us joy. Whether you're an entrepreneurial boss lady or just woman looking to find more positivity, confidence, and ...

One hugely confusing part of becoming a working mom-to-be is navigating what parental leave will look like. Who do you talk to? What do you qualify for? Will you get paid? The questions seem endless and oftentimes the answers are even more confusing! That's precisely where Linzay comes in! As a parental leave consultant, Linzay shares great tips and information for working moms to ensure we not on...

Are YOU one of the many who have tried their hand at sourdough in the last few years?  Hear how Sandy has turned a baking hobby into a newly successful side hustle of Mother Dough Cottage Bakery. This episode is a great resource for anyone- from beginning your sourdough baking hobby to sharing advice for women when turning a passion project into a profitable business.    If you enjoy listening to...

Today on the podcast we are joined by lactation counselor and mother of two, Andrea of @instinctualmothering. This conversation was so insightful for both our hosts- pregnant Olivia and new mom Sandy as we touched base on helpful breastfeeding and motherhood tips! We talk milk supply, nipple care, breastfeeding positions, adjusting to life as a new mom and so much more!   If you enjoy listening to...

In 2010, Suse was hospitalized and diagnosed with bipolar 1 disorder. After following western medicine recommendations and taking antipsychotics, she decided to pursue alternative healing practices. Now she is medication-free and offering help to others facing their own mental health struggles. Tune in as we chat about the mind, body, soul connection and all the ways Suse knows her life is changed...

This episode we're talking all about trauma-body connection with Intuitive Channeler, Jaclyn! Topics discussed include how trauma manifests in the body, how to release trauma, and trusting your body throughout the entire process. Jaclyn even channels both our hosts and goes through a trauma-body release with Olivia!    If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow our podcast and rate us 5 star...

Today we welcome Beka, mother and doula to the podcast! This episode dives into defining the role of a doula in birth as well as topics such as pregnancy after loss, postpartum body acceptance, and how to support a new mom in your life. Our conversation highlights the significance of entering into motherhood and surrendering to all the trials and triumphs that come along with it.    If you enjoy l...

The girls are REUNITED! Sandy and her family flew out to Idaho to help Olivia meal prep for postpartum. In this ep we talk all things we did while visiting & Liv got to see Sandy mommin' in action! Listen in as we recap our visit and then answer some silly questions! If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow our podcast and rate us 5 stars! Find WandHer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.c...

One co-host became a mom this year, the other is not far behind. This episode is an update of all the crazy changes Olivia has faced in 2024!   If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow our podcast and rate us 5 stars!   Find WandHer on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wandherpodcast/     Follow Sandy on Instagram: Boutique: https://www.instagram.com/quirkychicboutique/   Photography: h...

Buckle up for Sandy's recap of her birth to little boy! In true WandHer fashion, we get into ALL the details of birth, so this episode comes with a bit of a trigger warning, too! Sit back and relax as Sandy recaps the day she became a mom.   If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow our podcast and rate us 5 stars!  

Another Girlfriend Hour is here again! If you're family of either Sandy or Olivia consider this your warning to skip this episode! We answer some steamy questions and chat about the fact that we (Olivia moreso) felt so much shame/embarrassment surrounding this topic. A true girl talk, we gush and poke fun at each other all the while answering rated R questions…   If you enjoy listening to WandHer,...

Body image, religion, busy schedules, life changes (pregnancy)...believe it or not, but it all plays a role in our relationship with intimacy. Welcome, Keeley, to the WandHer Podcast space as she shares her wealth of knowledge and experience as a sex and intimacy coach!   If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow our podcast and rate us 5 stars! Find Keeley Online: Website: www.keeleyrankin...

Fellow Wisconsinite, Nicolette, joins us on the podcast to talk all things intuition and psychic mediumship! As a medium herself, Nicolette shares how she's developed her craft, some crazy spirit interactions she's had, and so much more! Stay tuned at the end of this episode for a tarot card reading Nicolette said is not just for Olivia and Sandy, but our podcast listeners, too!   If you enjoy lis...

Did you know your subconscious communicates with you through your dreams? Welcome to the pod, Natasha: Dream Interpreter, Educator, and Intuitive Dreamwork Coach! With over 20 years in the field, Natasha is full of wisdom surrounding all things dreaming! She shares how she got started, common symbolism, ways to improve your experience with dreaming, and so much more!   If you enjoy listening to Wa...

Welcome to the pod, Meg T White, stress management coach! While most of us would agree, being stressed isn't helpful or fun, Meg provides great insight on how sometimes stress is necessary in life! She shares balancing tips, beginnings signs of stress, and how some parts of our childhood can set us up for dealing poorly with stress (a potentially shared experience you may be surprised to hear)! Me...

Welcome to the pod, Julie, Reiki master! We bet you'll feel the peace and calming energy we felt while talking with Julie! She's a Toronto, Ontario based healer focusing on reiki, crystals, energy healing, and facials. We talk specifically about reiki- how she first felt called to the practice, what it looks like, and all of the benefits that come with it. A sweet soul, we loved chatting with this...

Buckle in- another Girlfriend Hour is here again! This girl talk episode is a chaotic mess of fun questions Olivia found on Pinterest. We talk icks, wardrobe malfunctions, what we'd do if we were dudes for a day and so much more! Laugh along with us as we spill a few things that even inspire our next Girlfriend Hour theme: Rated R Edition. Enjoy!  If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow o...

Welcome Lauren (and ferret, "Jesse James") to the podcast! Lauren is an avid hiker and fellow full-time RVer Olivia met on the trail. She shares some ferret facts, how she got into owning a ferret in the first place, and then talks about a car accident that changed her life. Sandy and Olivia both marveled at the triumph and bravery Lauren has and feel she really embodies the definition of being an...

Meet Krissy, Olivia's first friend in her travel nursing journey. Krissy is an avid adventurer, living out of a van and hopping on a mountain bike any chance she gets. Life dealt her a crappy hand in her late twenties, but we loved hearing how she persevered in spite of it all.    ****We did experience some audio difficulties throughout the recording. Despite Sandy's awesome job editing around it,...

A WandHer celebrity is our guest today. We quite literally wouldn't be here without her! It's Sandy's mom, Kathy! Listen and you'll quickly understand where Sandy gets her quirky personality from. Kathy shares about life before kids, her mental health, even her go-to karaoke song! This episode is definitely unlike any other!   If you enjoy listening to WandHer, please follow our podcast and rate u...

Welcome to the pod fellow multi passionate girlie, Jessy Sanchez! Jessy is a first generation Latina chasing her passion for outdoor travel photography. She shares her experience growing up in a Mexican household in Chicago, moving to Colorado, and why she feels Latinas need more representation online.  We hope you enjoy this chat with Jessy, she's such a sweetheart!   If you enjoy listening to Wa...