Doing It Different

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095: From Pre-Conception to Postpartum: An Inside Look At The Birthing Journey from Taylor Dukes, A Functional Nurse Practitioner and Mom of Two Mar 22, 2022

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From pre-conception to postpartum: pregnancy stories, advice, and experiences from a functional medicine nurse and mom of 2.

Taylor Dukes share her entire experience for both of her pregnancies as well as how she supports patients who are pregnant or looking to get pregnant in her functional medicine practice.

Highlights

6:37 The practice of functional medicine
8:49 Prepping for pregnancy & detoxing
26:30 Taking progesterone & mental fog during pregnancy
38:21 Birthing centers and non-hospital births
42:08 Consider birth preferences over a birth plan
56:32 Listener Q&A

Guest: Taylor Dukes

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

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094: I'M PREGNANT Second Trimester: Birth Classes, Advocating & Second Opinions, Body Image Surprises, Relationship Conflict, and The Hard Parts of the Journey Mar 15, 2022

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My second-trimester experience.

My husband, Austin, joins me again to discuss what the second trimester of pregnancy has been like for us.

Highlights

4:45 Carly's diet, exercise, and hydration for the second trimester
9:29 Your power to ask for a second opinion
19:23 Pregnancy rhinitis & sleep issues (& how Carly is dealing with them)
29:12 Relationship conflicts during pregnancy
44:12 Mourning the parts of life that will change

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
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093: Mental Health Is Brain Health. Depression, Decision Making, and The Consequences of Modern Day Life with Dr. Austin Perlmutter, MD Mar 08, 2022

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Modern life has its many benefits, but it also has consequences when it comes to mental health.

This episode is about the many factors that impact our mental health (from physical health to diet to the choices we make).

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9:39 How the brain has been ignored in the role of disease outcomes
18:46 Modern life & technology's impact on our health
38:14 The role of immune and gut health in mental health
48:44 Neuroplasticity explained (and why it's important)
52:10 Psychedelics and neuroplasticity

Guest: Dr. Austin Perlmutter

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

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Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
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092: Thyroid Health for Women: Lifestyle, Medication, Pregnancy Screening, Hypothyroidism vs Hashimoto's and Whole Body Impact Mar 01, 2022

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One in every eight women will develop thyroid problems during her lifetime.

Today I'm sharing a collection of tips and information regarding thyroid health, specifically thyroid health for women.

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6:38 Why thyroid health affects all organs with Mark Ryan, acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner
11:13 The difference between hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's with Carrie Vitt of Deliciously Organic
15:47 Universal thyroid screening during pregnancy with Dr. Christine Maren
21:16 How medication and lifestyle can work together with Tracy Grant, RDN

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off)

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091: The Art of Love: Why Unconditional Love is A Fallacy, How To Meet Your Partner's Needs, and Relationship Experiments with Andrew Drish and Libby Lia Feb 22, 2022

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Love is not a Disney movie. In truth, it is our responsibility to create the conditions for our partner to be in love with us.

Andrew and Libby together are "The Art of Love". They coach couples to build a relationship where both parties understand, respect and love each other in the deepest, most intimate, and real way possible.

Highlights

7:24 The Art of Love: Andrew and Libby's mission
17:16 Is your partnership style like going to the gym or the doctor?
23:58 The fallacy of unconditional love
43:38 Learning your love print instead of love language
46:45 Phases of a relationship

Guest: Andrew Drish and Libby Lia

Resources We Mention:

theartoflove.com

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off)

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090: Holistic Child Psychology: How Nutrition, Sleep, Screens, and Parenting Impact Mental Health with Dr. Nicole Beurkins Feb 15, 2022

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Do you know what traditional pediatricians don't tell you about to root of your child's behavior challenges?

Dr. Nicole Beurkens is a child psychologist who takes a holistic approach in her work with families struggling with attention, anxiety, mood, and behavior challenges.

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8:25 Holistic psychology and health for children
22:53 Positive parenting: what is it
32:02 How processed food are connected to behavior and mental health
42:46 Sleep: how much do kids need
50:35 The impacts of screentime and considering the types of content consumed

Guest: Dr. Nicole Beurkens

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off)

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089: Do You (Or Your Baby) Have a Tongue Tie? Diagnosis, Treatment, and Impact on Overall Health with Dr. Chelsea Pinto, DDS of The Breathe Institute Feb 08, 2022

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Having a tongue tie affects breathing, sleep, energy levels, and physiology in the movement of the neck and shoulders.

It has full health implications and yet many people don't know a lot about them.

Highlights

10:53 What a tongue tie is
15: 24 Symptoms and challenges with breastfeeding
30:27 Tongue ties in adults
33:00 Treatment options

Guest: Chelsea Pinto

Resources We Mention:

The Breathe Institue

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off)

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088: Audience Q+A on Wellness with @CarlyLovesKale: Healing Cancer Naturally, Pregnancy, Budgeting for Health, Hashimoto's Remission, Insurance and more! Feb 01, 2022

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My good friend and wellness advocate Carly Brown and I answer your questions for a Q&A on Health. If you have questions that you'd like answered in a future episode ask them on Instagram!

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11:47 Insurance coverage and alternative medicine
15:24 How to budget your health costs
32:28 First steps to take if you get a cancer diagnosis
40:11 Hashimotos flare risk postpartum
57:29 Non-toxic skincare recommendations

Guest: Carly Brown

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CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off)

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087: CARLY'S FAVORITE: The Dark Side of Antidepressants, Soaring Suicide Rates in The US, + A New Approach to Mental Health with Dr. Ellen Vora, MD Jan 25, 2022

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1 in 10 Americans are on antidepressants, that's a 400% increase in the last 20 years. In this episode, I talk to Dr. Ellen Vora about a new approach to mental health. We discuss how to manage anxiety, true informed consent for antidepressants, as well as her take on the rising suicide rates in the United States. If you are triggered by discussions around anxiety, depression, psychiatric medication, or suicide, this episode may not be for you.

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts, please call 1(800)273-TALK for support.

Highlights

8:02 What is anxiety and how does it manifest for different people
16:47 Dr. Vora's new approach to mental health treatment and helping people create a balanced life
21:57 Where to start with lifestyle changes if you're struggling with anxiety or depression
34:22 Why Dr. Nora tries to avoid antidepressants in her approach to treating depression
52:00 Dr. Vora's perspective on why suicide is on the rise in the United States

Guest: Dr. Ellen Vora

Resources We Mention:

@ellenvoramd on Instagram
Ellenvora.com

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Connect With Carly:

CarlyJohnsonBrawner.com
Instagram: @carlyjohnsonbrawner

Sponsors:

Organifi (Use code Carly for 20% off)
BiOptimize: Magnesium Breakthrough (use code Carly10 for 10% off)

Complete Show Notes Here

086: I'm PREGNANT pt 2 First Trimester: Finding a Midwife, Testing Options, Lots of Naps, Anxieties & Mental Health with Austin Brawner (my husband) Jan 18, 2022

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My first-trimester experience.

In this episode, my husband, Austin, and I discuss what the first trimester of pregnancy has been like for us.

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