Wellness For The Win Podcast

Have you set any goals for the new year? Today I am sharing my *intentions* and things I'd like to prioritize a little more and/or accomplish in 2023. I'm excited for a new year, a fresh start and to begin working toward some of these goals! Shoot me a DM to let me know what you're working on this year!  Interested in my non-diet nutrition online course I mentioned? Get on my email...

How do you feel about your relationship with alcohol? Good? Bad? It's complicated? In today's episode with Jenn of Sober Sis we get INTO IT - I loved this conversation. I personally don't think it has to be all or nothing with alcohol (for most people) but I think this discussion is a really important one to have and to think about. I hope you'll take a listen and do some refle...

This is a fairly quick episode that will hopefully provide you with some encouragement and positive mindset shifts as we close out this year and enter 2023. I hope this will support you and help you go into the new year with a healthy outlook on food and exercise and some goals you can focus on to improve your overall well-being. Episodes included within this episode if you want to hear the full c...

Ep. #35: Today we are diving deep into Whole30. If you've been curious about it or are contemplating doing it (again), tune in to hear two Registered Dietitians share their thoughts on the program. What we cover in this episode:  How to sift through nutrition misinformation on social media  A breakdown of the requirements of the Whole30 diet Which foods are allowed vs. which foods are not dur...

ICYMI, we built a house... again! Yes, this is our second build in the past few years, but we hope to stay put for a V LONG TIME, haha.  In this episode to go in to WHY we built again, and tons of other FAQs I've gotten since moving into our new build! What I cover in this episode:  Why did we decide to build a house vs. buy an older/existing home What did we dislike about our old house that...

Feeling exhausted and run down all the time? Guess what - it doesn't have to be that way! You deserve to have energy and mental clarity so you can enjoy your life! Rachel Sandoval, holistic dietitian, provides some tips today to help with just that. What we cover in this episode: Common nutrient imbalances that can have a profound impact on your energy levels, and how to get them tested Why t...

The holiday season is among us, and it can be a super fun yet super stressful time for many of us. If you are struggling with family, schedules, boundaries, financial stress and more, we have you covered! What we cover in this episode: Setting boundaries and splitting time between families on holidays  Relationships with in-laws  Navigating the holidays after a loss & supporting your loved one...

Taking care of your skin is an important part of your health AND it can significantly impact your confidence! I have been on my own journey with my skin and I'm so thankful to have gotten it under control and in a great place, thanks to the help of my esthetician, Rachel. We sat down to answer alllll your burning skincare questions! Things we discuss in this episode:  Best facial/treatments t...

SPOILER ALERT: tune in to hear the gender of baby #2! I'm also sharing my very honest thoughts and feelings on the gender of this baby, in hopes that some others can relate to them.  In addition, I'm sharing some of my favorite names of the opposite gender in case anyone is in the market. ; )  Tune into my last episode if you want to hear all the details on how and when we found out we w...

I can't believe I'm finally saying these words out loud, but Baby Hutch #2 is on the way! We are feeling so blessed and excited and can't wait to welcome this bundle of joy into our family in May 2023. Tune in if you want to get the scoop on when/how we found out, how I've been feeling during the first trimester, doctor's appointments, gender predictions and all the fun th...

In this episode I am breaking down the pros and cons of the 75 Hard program, and the requirements that you have to follow for 75 consecutive days.  What we cover:  The diet & exercise goals laid out in the program  The purpose of the program / what you're supposed to take away Aspects of the program that I like and agree with Aspects of the program I dislike  Helpful takeaways to apply to...

I sat down with Susan Portz, who is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and IVF sister. Susan is passionate about helping women navigate their fertility journey with compassion & without guilt or unnecessary diet restrictions. Susan is incredibly open and vulnerable about her journey with infertility and I think this will be so helpful for other women going through it...

Diabetes is incredibly common, so it's important to understand what it is, who is at risk, and how we can support healthy blood sugars, whether we have a diagnosis of diabetes/prediabetes or not! For today's episode I sat down with fellow dietitian (and Certified Diabetes Educator) Kristie Messerli to dive deep into these topics! What we cover:  What is diabetes?  Who is at risk for deve...

Motherhood can feel lonely sometimes, and it can feel hard to make new friends as an adult. But it doesn't have to! For today's episode, I sat down with Lauren and Megan from The Matrescence to talk about these important topics. WHAT WE COVER:  how and WHY you need a strong support system in motherhood tips for putting yourself out there to make new friends as a mom best places to make n...

Happy almost Halloween!!! This month's solo episode is Halloween-themed, per your requests. What I cover today:  Unpopular opinions: Halloween edition - can't wait to hear your thoughts on these  Halloween & October traditions  Navigating Halloween candy and sweets around the holidays for your kids and yourself. I hope to help you shift your mindset on this so you don't feel str...

The nervous system is FASCINATING to me and today we dive into alllll the things that we can do to support our nervous systems + overall health, and dive into stress, trauma and so much more with mind-body practitioner Andrea Arlotti.  What we covered in this episode:  Review of fight, flight, freeze and fawn responses Long-term effects of trauma from childhood What it means to be in a hypervigila...

Stressed about taxes? Tune into this episode where I sat down with Lisa Thrasher CPA to break down all things taxes - whether you’re a W2 employee and/or business owner, she has tons of tips for you!  What we cover in this episode:  Do’s and Don’ts regarding taxes  Things to consider & check off all year round to be more prepared for tax season The biggest mistakes Lisa sees people make regard...

We've learned a thing or two after five whole years of marriage, one child, two dogs, several moves and all the other curveballs that life has thrown our way. So today, we are sharing some of that with you! We are doing some fun Q&A on this episode and we both even cry at one point, so... you will leave feeling like you know us both a little better, I think. ; ) Please forgive the somewha...

Today we’re talking about SELF CARE. I’m sharing ten things I do every single day (and/or week) to take care of myself physically, mentally & emotionally and I really hope you will take away at least ONE helpful thing to implement.  Good news - most of them are FREE, super easy to do, and can be done from the comfort of your own home.  IMPORTANT LINKS!!! REGISTER FOR JOYFUL MOVEMENT CHALLENGE...

Kailee of @themovementmama walks us through alllll the big milestones that us mamas tend to worry SO much about. Thankfully, Kailee has a very refreshing perspective on milestones and shares a lot of encouragement and practical tips on how we can help our kiddos with some of these big aspects of their development. Things we touch on in this episode:  Rough "timelines" for your baby or to...

Michal Vande Kamp, women’s health dietitian, teaches us all the things we need to know about our menstrual cycles. Whether you are trying to conceive, trying to avoid getting pregnant, OR simply want to learn more about your body + reduce PMS symptoms and improve your nutrition, you’re going to want to listen to this one!  What we discussed in this episode:  Breaking down the phases of the menstru...

Kamri is a mom of 5, including two biological children and three adopted children. We covered a variety of really important topics in this episode. Kamri has an amazing perspective on life, marriage and motherhood. Whether you have one child or five, I know you will learn so much from her - I know I did!  In this episode we dive into: What led Kamri and her husband to adoption  The process of adop...

Meet Missy Franklin: she swam in the Olympics TWICE and brought home FIVE gold medals throughout her career. Not only is Missy incredibly talented in a swimming pool, she is an incredibly genuine human with a huge heart. She has such a refreshing perspective on life, motherhood and partnership and is a breath of fresh air. I’m so inspired by her story and all that she continues to do to serve and...

Today is a solo episode sharing a little bit about my past struggles with food, exercise and body image. I dive into my 7-year history with calorie counting, what sparked me to try to stop, and why I never looked back. Trigger warning: eating disorders and disordered eating behaviors What else I touch on in this episode:  Some of the disordered behaviors I struggled with in my past  What changed m...

Today we have Dominika of @dogmeets_baby to teach us all about introducing your dogs (or fur babies) to your new human baby. We dive into how to make this a successful and safe introduction, as well as tips to implement as your baby grows into a rambunctious toddler. I know all dog + human parents (or those who may be expecting a baby in the future) will find this information so helpful! What you...