Episodes

  • Feeling Like Sh*t Isn’t Normal: How to Get Healthier, Happier & Hotter with Functional Practitioner Layne VanLieshout

    Feeling Like Sh*t Isn’t Normal: How to Get Healthier, Happier & Hotter with Functional Practitioner Layne VanLieshout
    Dec 23 2025
    I chatted with functional practitioner Layne Vanlieshout about reclaiming health as a mom. I opened up about how exhaustion, brain fog, bloating, and being dismissed by doctors had become normalized — and Lane shared her own turning point of panic attacks and mysterious symptoms that conventional care didn’t resolve. She explained a gut-first, root-cause approach: nourish the body, prioritize regular meals (especially breakfast), support the microbiome, and reduce physical stressors so hormones, digestion, and energy can rebalance. We talked practical steps — add colorful plant foods, protein, fermented foods, and bone broth — and when targeted labs like a GI‑MAP can clarify underlying issues. Lane offers deep one‑on‑one work and a self‑paced 12‑week reset for busy moms. The episode’s core message: normal isn’t optimal. Listening to your body and investing in sustainable, foundational changes can restore energy, mood, and confidence so you can be the mom you want to be. Offers from Layne: Gut Rescue Roadmap ($10) Radiant Reset Book A Call Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • What Healthy Boundaries Actually Look Like at the Holidays

    What Healthy Boundaries Actually Look Like at the Holidays
    Dec 16 2025
    As a mom, I know the holiday season can be overwhelming. We're constantly juggling expectations from family, social media, and our own hearts, trying to create the perfect experience. In this episode, I share my journey of learning to set boundaries and protect my energy. I've realized that people-pleasing and trying to make everyone happy only leads to resentment and burnout. I want to help moms understand that it's okay to prioritize themselves. Setting boundaries isn't about being difficult; it's about clarity and self-respect. Whether it's limiting event time, choosing what conversations to engage in, or saying no to peer pressure, these small steps can transform the holiday experience. The most important lesson? By taking care of myself, I'm not just helping myself - I'm modeling healthy behavior for my children and breaking generational patterns of self-sacrifice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • The Hardest Help: A Story of Alcoholism, Loss & Hope with Holly Thorton

    The Hardest Help: A Story of Alcoholism, Loss & Hope with Holly Thorton
    Dec 9 2025
    I wanted to create a space for Holly to share her vulnerable story about losing her husband to alcoholism at just 36 years old. Through our conversation, we explored the complex journey of supporting a loved one struggling with addiction, the importance of trusting your instincts, and how moms can find strength even in their most challenging moments. Holly's story is a testament to resilience - showing how we can navigate incredibly difficult circumstances while trying to hold our families together. We discussed the subtle red flags of addiction, the challenges of setting boundaries, and the critical importance of supporting oneself through impossible situations. My goal was to create an episode that would make listeners feel seen, supported, and hopeful, even when life feels overwhelming. Holly Thornton is a writer and advocate dedicated to helping people coping with loved ones’ alcoholism. (The Hardest Help) After tragically losing her husband Steve to alcoholism, she drew on personal experience — and recognized the lack of practical guidance available — to write The Hardest Help. Rather than offering a memoir or purely clinical manual, her book serves as a hands-on guide: blending lived experience with actionable tools, scripts, exercises, and advice rooted in evidence-based methods. Through her writing and outreach (on social media and other platforms), Holly seeks to equip families and loved ones with real-world strategies to support someone struggling with addiction — transforming helpless concern into informed, compassionate action. You can connect with Holly in the following places: Buy the book here on her website Her Instagram Account Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • Raising Teens in a Complicated World: How to Stay Grounded & Build Real Connection - with LMFT Sari Rose Barron

    Raising Teens in a Complicated World: How to Stay Grounded & Build Real Connection - with LMFT Sari Rose Barron
    Dec 2 2025
    I sit down with Sari Rose Barron, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, to dive deep into the complex world of parenting teenagers. We explore the emotional rollercoaster of raising teens, discussing how our own nervous systems and past experiences impact our parenting. Sari shares incredible insights about staying connected when kids are pushing us away, emphasizing the importance of curiosity, validation, and creating a safe space for our teens to express themselves. We talk about handling difficult behaviors, the impact of social media, and why it's crucial to regulate our own emotions before approaching our kids. Sari even introduces her innovative AI parenting tool, offering support for moms navigating these challenging years. It's a raw, honest conversation about staying connected during one of the most challenging phases of motherhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Mom’s Guide to Reclaiming Joy in Motherhood with Whitney Baker

    The Mom’s Guide to Reclaiming Joy in Motherhood with Whitney Baker
    Nov 25 2025
    I brought Whitney Baker on to explore a critical issue for moms: how we lose ourselves in the chaos of motherhood. We dove deep into the ways moms run on autopilot, constantly doing for everyone else while neglecting their own needs. Whitney helped me articulate something I've felt deeply - that taking care of ourselves isn't selfish, it's actually the most generous thing we can do for our families. Whitney Baker is the founder of Electric Ideas, a movement helping modern women—especially moms—wake back up to themselves and reclaim the spark they’ve lost in the noise of roles and responsibilities. As a self-connection coach and certified meditation teacher, Whitney blends soulful practice with practical action, guiding women out of autopilot and into lives that feel deeply alive and aligned. With a master’s degree in journalism, she brings a storyteller’s clarity to her work and hosts the globally ranked Electric Ideas podcast, a top-three-percent show where she curates conversations that ignite joy, clarity and aliveness in women everywhere. We discussed the sneaky ways moms disconnect - from exhausting social media comparison to never stopping to ask what we actually want. The big revelation? Small, intentional actions can reignite our spark. Whether it's a two-minute morning routine or saying no without explanation, we can reclaim our identity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    47 mins
  • Protecting Your Peace: Scottie’s Guide to Authentic Living

    Protecting Your Peace: Scottie’s Guide to Authentic Living
    Nov 18 2025
    I share a personal journey of self-discovery and the importance of trusting myself. After experiencing a friend's devastating loss, I realized life is too short to chase external validation through Instagram followers or perfect holiday performances. I've learned that what truly matters is being present, listening to my body, and honoring my own feelings. The pressure to be a perfect mom, to say yes to everything, and to meet society's expectations is exhausting. Instead, I'm choosing to protect my peace, redefine success on my terms, and show my kids that it's okay to prioritize your own joy. Every "no" creates space for a meaningful "yes," and by taking care of myself, I'm teaching my children the most important lesson: you are enough, just as you are. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    30 mins
  • The Truth About Balancing Business and Big Dreams with Megan Tobler

    The Truth About Balancing Business and Big Dreams with Megan Tobler
    Nov 11 2025
    I spoke with Megan Tobler, host of the Self StartHER podcast, shares her transformative journey from a high-powered corporate sales career to becoming a mompreneur. After being laid off while pregnant, she realized she could redefine success on her own terms. She created the Together community to support women navigating the complex landscape of motherhood and entrepreneurship. Her mission is to empower women to chase their dreams without apology. Understanding the challenges of identity shifts, balancing business and family, and feeling isolated, she built a community offering resources, networking, and masterclasses designed specifically for busy moms wanting to build businesses. Through her podcast and community, Megan proves that women can have both - a thriving business and a fulfilling family life. By sharing vulnerable, real stories and providing practical strategies, she helps women recognize their inherent skills and potential, one mom at a time. Megan's website is here. Also - I was a guest on her podcast! Listen to our convo here about Mom Guilt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • How To Say No and Keep The Peace This Holiday

    How To Say No and Keep The Peace This Holiday
    Nov 4 2025
    I'm diving deep into the art of saying no during the holiday season. As a mom who's been a chronic people-pleaser, I've learned that saying yes when you mean no only leads to resentment and exhaustion. I share my personal journey of trying to make everyone happy during my parents' divorce, and how it left me stressed and disconnected. The key is to prioritize your family's needs first. I recommend sitting down together and discussing what everyone truly wants from the holidays. Learning to set boundaries isn't about rejecting others – it's about protecting your peace and showing up authentically. By saying no with love and clarity, we can create more meaningful connections and teach our children the importance of self-care and honest communication. Join me LIVE to Reset & Recharge: https://scottiedurrett.com/high-vibe-moms-preview Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins