Today’s episode is one that will truly stay with you.

We’re joined by Nichole Lee of Total Wellness Nutrition, and her story is one of unexpected motherhood, resilience, and redefining what “the plan” looks like.

What started as a journey through infertility led to the decision to adopt… and then, in a moment she never saw coming, everything changed.

Nichole went from preparing to adopt twins… to finding out she was pregnant.

And just like that—she became a mom of three.

This conversation is raw, emotional, inspiring, and a beautiful reminder that sometimes life unfolds in ways we could never plan—but exactly the way it’s meant to.

💛 In This Episode, We Talk About:

• What Nichole thought motherhood would look like—and how it changed
  
  
  
• Her journey through infertility and the emotional toll it can take
  
  
  
• The decision to pursue adoption and what that process looked like
  
  
  
• The moment she found out she was pregnant while adopting twins
  
  
  
• Navigating the overwhelming transition to becoming a mom of three at once
  
  
  
• The realities of early motherhood—chaos, beauty, and everything in between
  
  
  
• How motherhood reshaped her identity and perspective
  
  
  
• The importance of health, strength, and taking care of yourself as a mom
  
  
  
• Her experience with a hysterectomy and the emotional layers that came with it
  
  
  

🧠 A Few Takeaways You’ll Love:

• Motherhood doesn’t always look the way we plan—but that doesn’t make it any less meaningful
  
  
  
• You are stronger than you think, even in seasons that feel overwhelming
  
  
  
• It’s okay to grieve, grow, and find gratitude all at the same time
  
  
  
• Taking care of yourself matters—especially in the busiest seasons
  
  
  

🤍 Real, Honest Moments

This episode goes deep—but it’s also filled with moments that are relatable and even lighthearted, especially as we talk about:

• Life with three toddlers at once (yes… chaos 😅)
  
  
  
• Finding your rhythm in the middle of the unexpected
  
  
  
• The beauty in letting go of control and embracing what is
  
  
  

✨ Connect with Nichole

You can follow Nichole and learn more about her work here:
👉 Instagram: @totalwellnessnutritioncoaching

🎟️ See Nichole Live

We’re so excited that Nichole will also be speaking at our upcoming event:

✨ Rooted in Motherhood Retreat
📅 Monday, April 27
📍 The Southern Hotel

This will be such a special day focused on connection, combating burnout, and growing your village—and Nichole will be sharing even more of her insight around health, strength, and caring for yourself in motherhood. Here is the link for tickets for the retreat→ https://theschoolofstyling.com/motherhood-conf

✨ Haute Mama Q&A
We wrap up with a fun listener question about Nichole’s fitness routine—because let’s be honest, we all want to know how she does it. 💪

💫 Final Thought
Sometimes the life you imagined looks completely different than the life you’re given.

But that doesn’t mean it isn’t full, beautiful, and exactly what it was meant to be.

If this episode moved you, inspired you, or made you feel less alone, be sure to follow the podcast and share it with someone who needs to hear it.

And as always…
✨ Keep showing up, keep trusting the journey, and keep being the Haute Mama you t

Is That Normal? What Every Woman Should Know About Her Body (with Dr. Sara Reardon)

Today’s episode is one that’s equal parts eye-opening, helpful, and honestly… a little funny too.

We’re joined by Sara Reardon, board-certified pelvic floor physical therapist also known as The Vagina Whisperer on social media.



If you’ve ever wondered things like…

👉 “Is this normal after having kids?”

👉 “Should I just live with this?”



This episode is for you.



We talk about the things so many women experience but don’t always talk about and break it all down in a way that feels approachable, empowering, and even a little fun.



And of course… we bring my mom into the conversation for some generational perspective which makes for some really good laughs.




😂 In This Episode, We Talk About:



What pelvic floor therapy actually is (and why moms should care)
The things women experience after having kids that are often labeled “normal”… but don’t have to be
The question everyone is thinking: Is it normal to pee when you sneeze or jump?
Common postpartum issues that are actually easier to fix than you think
Why previous generations didn’t talk about women’s bodies—and how that’s changing
What it was like for Sara to step into this field (and her mom’s reaction 👀)
The most common question women feel embarrassed to ask—but shouldn’t





👯‍♀️ Generational Perspective





We also dive into the differences between how women approached postpartum recovery in the past vs today.



Including:



What my mom experienced after having kids (and what she wasn’t told)
How access to resources has changed for women today


🧠 Practical Takeaways



Sara shares simple, actionable tips you can start today:



2–3 things you can do right now to support your pelvic health
When it’s time to see a pelvic floor therapist
How to better understand what your body is telling you




💬 Listener Questions





We also answer questions from our audience, including:



How to support your pelvic floor while trying to conceive or during pregnancy
When to start pelvic floor therapy during pregnancy (and if it’s ever too late)
Thoughts on trending treatments and procedures
How to tell if you may have diastasis recti




✨ Haute Mama Q&A





To wrap things up, we lighten it up with a few fun questions:



What made your childhood feel special—and what you carry into motherhood now
Something you’ve never told your mom 👀


💛 Connect with Sara


You can follow Sara Reardon on Instagram at @the.vagina.whisper for more education, tips, and resources.

Use code: HauteMama for 30 days free to the V-Hive App (instead of the standard 7 days trial).


💫 Final Thought



You deserve to feel good in your body—and to understand what’s happening in it.



And sometimes, the things we’ve been told are “just part of motherhood”… don’t actually have to be.





If you loved this episode, be sure to follow the podcast and share it with a friend who needs to hear it.



And as always…

✨ The amount of joy you experience in life is often the joy you choose to see. So go soak up those little moments and keep showing up as the Haute Mama you truly are.

Today’s episode is such an important one—especially for parents.

We’re talking about the conversations that so many of us know we should be having with our kids… but don’t always feel confident starting.

I’m joined by two incredible guests, Mary Flo Ridley and Megan from Birds & Bees, an organization dedicated to helping parents navigate conversations around bodies, boundaries, and other topics that can often feel uncomfortable but are so important.

Mary Flo has spent over 30 years equipping parents with the tools and confidence to have these conversations in a way that is age-appropriate, healthy, and rooted in connection.

This is something that is really important to me as a mom—because I want my kids to always feel comfortable coming to me, and I know that starts with creating open and honest communication.

💛 In This Episode, We Talk About:
Why these conversations matter more than we think

The biggest mistakes parents make when approaching these topics

When to start talking to your kids (hint: earlier than you think!)

The one conversation every parent should have sooner rather than later

What to say when your child asks something that completely catches you off guard

🧠 A Few Takeaways You’ll Love:
You don’t have to have all the answers—you just have to be willing to start

These conversations don’t have to be one “big talk." They can happen in small, everyday moments

Creating a safe, open environment is more important than saying everything perfectly

🎟️ Join Us in Covington!
We’re so excited to share that we’ll be hosting Mary Flo Ridley for a live Birds & Bees presentation right here in Covington—and it’s a night you won’t want to miss.

Here is the link for tickets
https://theschoolofstyling.thrivecart.com/birds--bees-seminar/

✨ Birds & Bees: Oh Help Me, Please!
📅 Wednesday, May 6
⏰ 6:00 – 8:00 PM
📍 Tchefuncta Country Club
2 Country Club Park
Covington, LA 70433

This event is for:

moms

dads

grandparents

caregivers

Because these conversations shouldn’t fall on just one person—they’re something we all play a role in.

During this live event, you’ll walk away with:

practical tools to start these conversations

more confidence as a parent

a clearer understanding of how to approach different ages and stages

If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t even know where to start with this…”—this is for you.

👉 Tickets are available now—check the link in the show notes or my social media for details.

💫 Final Thought
You don’t have to do this perfectly.

The most important thing is that your kids know they can come to you—because that connection is what matters most.

If you found this episode helpful, be sure to follow the podcast and share it with a fellow parent who would benefit from this conversation.

And as always…
✨ Keep showing up, keep learning, and keep being the Haute Mama you truly are.

In today’s episode, we’re having some fun… sitting down with margaritas on a Monday and having some fun. 🍸

We kick things off with one of Jenni’s signature gratitude timestamps—because whether it’s a big milestone or a simple moment like this, there’s always something to appreciate.

Then we dive into what so many of you have been asking for…

👉 the real differences between motherhood then vs. now.

From parenting styles to mom guilt to the things that would definitely get judged today we’re unpacking it all with lots of laughs along the way.

😂 What We Talk About

• The things moms today do that make previous generations say… “wait, what?”
• Why “gentle parenting” wasn’t exactly a thing back then
• The parenting choices that somehow worked… even if they wouldn’t fly today
• The story of why Jenni was once put on a leash as a toddler (yes, really 😂)
• Growing up with ADD and how parenting approaches have evolved
• Why mom guilt feels so different today compared to the 90s
• The reality of working moms, daycare, and how life used to look
• Why you don’t have to fix everything for your kids
• The importance of letting kids figure things out on their own

🍸 Haute Mama Q&A

We also answer some of your questions, including:

• Who actually choreographs our dance routines
• Advice from mom that felt silly then—but means so much now
• How we’ve maintained such a close relationship over the years

🎟️ Upcoming Events

We have some really exciting things coming up and we’d love for you to be a part of them:

✨ Haute Mama Collective Luncheon – Friday, April 17 (here is the link for tickets—> https://theschoolofstyling.thrivecart.com/haute-mama-collective-brunch/)

✨ Rooted in Motherhood Retreat – Monday, April 27 (here is the link for tickets —> https://theschoolofstyling.com/motherhood-conf)

✨ Birds & Bees Presentation with Mary Flo Ridley – Wednesday, May 6 (DM me on IG at @heyhautemamapodcast for tickets)

We actually just recorded a podcast episode with Mary Flo that goes live right after this one, so you can hear more about what to expect. This event is for everyone from moms and dads to grandparents and caregivers because these conversations matter for all of us.

💛 Final Thoughts

Even though parenting looks different today than it did 30 years ago, one thing hasn’t changed:

👉 Moms just want their kids to be happy and healthy.

If you loved this episode, don’t forget to follow the podcast and share it with a fellow mama who would enjoy a good laugh (and maybe a margarita too 😉).

And as always…

✨ Keep finding joy in the little moments and showing up as the Haute Mama you truly are.

I just want to thank you all for the support you have shown us so far from all of our content together I hope you stick around to enjoy all of the amazing stories and inspiring guests we have to share with you.

Now without further ado, I don’t think we can leave our listeners hanging any longer, we have to address the question that I get asked all day everyday! How do your mom’s legs look like that...

Hey Haute Mama's! Recently my mom and I posted a video of us dancing together in New York City to Taylor Swift… and somehow it ended up getting over 60 million views. And the funny thing is, that moment pretty much sums up our relationship. We laugh a lot, we don’t take life too seriously, and we genuinely love having fun together.

But there’s also a deeper reason this podcast means so much to me.

My dad passed away last year, and not long ago I found one of his journals from 2004. In it he wrote one sentence that completely stopped me: “I want to tell Jenni about the future of her gifts and talents and how to be vulnerable like show host Johnny Carson:

And I have no idea why he wrote that… but reading it gave me chills.

Because here I am today starting a podcast that’s all about sharing stories, being vulnerable, and helping people find more joy in life.

And if there’s one thing I truly believe, it’s that the amount of joy we experience often comes down to the perspective we choose to see.

So if you’re looking for real conversations, a lot of laughs, and maybe a fresh perspective on motherhood and life… you’re in the right place.

If you’re new here, we’re only on our third episode, but here you’ll find Inspiring stories, gratitude practices, mindset shifts, and wellness wisdom—shared through real conversations between a mother and daughter who believe positivity can transform your life. Our goal is for you to always leave our time together feeling happy, motivated and inspired.

Today we’re talking about“How to shift your perspective and make motherhood feel more joyful

We are just a few weeks away til we officially launch!