Just the Good Stuff

Rachel’s Dad, Joe Mansfield - Life Lessons on Finding Success, Fulfillment and Building Your Career Dec 05, 2023

#94: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by my dad, Joe Mansfield. This by far has been one of my *favorite* episodes to date. My dad has always been a role model and inspiration in my life. Especially now as a parent, I truly appreciate all he has done and continues to do for me and my family. His hustles like no other and his hard work and dedication is inspirational. I hope he inspires you to pursue your passions and find the enjoyment in life.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Background/Early Life:

Growing up and a glimpse into Joe's childhood.
Becoming responsible at an early age.
Role models growing up.

Career:

An overview of Joe's professional career.
Some things to set you up for success.
Tips on being present with your kids while also focusing on your career.

Today:

An overview of Rachel & Joe's relationship.
How Rachel has evolved from a young girl to now.
Most challenging part of having Rachel as a daughter.
Most proudest moment with Rachel.
Living below your means and what that really entails.
Joe's relationship with Jordan.
What Joe wish he knew when he was younger.

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This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! As you know we're obsessed with LMNT and have been adding the electrolyte hydration packets to my water for a while now. LMNT just launched new a chocolate medley of 3 flavors featuring chocolate mint, chocolate chai and chocolate raspberry which are giving off full on hot chocolate vibes without all the sugar. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

*BONUS* I am also doing a giveaway with LMNT in the month of December. Where someone can win the LMNT branded electric kettle, LMNT chocolate medley kit filled with 30 packets. All you have to do to enter is rate and review the podcast on itunes and spotify then send me a DM with a screenshot of your review. I'll message the winner at the end of December!

Just The Good Chat: My Journey Pumping & Bedtime Routine with Three Kids Nov 14, 2023

#93: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are continuing our series of Just The Good Chat. As I am coming to the end of my journey of breast feeding our youngest, we are diving into all your questions around nursing, pumping and sharing a little more of my approach with all three of my kids. I'm by no means an expert but a mama who has a bit of experience to share. We also dive into what our latest routine has been to getting our three children down to sleep solo each night.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Preparing to Pump:

a brief background on my nursing and breastfeeding journey
when to start pumping postpartum
what pumps i've used and the pros/cons
cleaning your pump supplies

My Pumping Schedule:

my pumping schedule
pumping so you're not taking away from the next feeding
going overnight without pumping
increasing supply
supply with my three children

Building a Freezer Stash:

how to start pumping to store extra milk in freezer
best storage and pumping supplies
how to produce enough to store the excess
items to eat to help supply

Traveling While Pumping:

tips for traveling & pumping without baby
best pump to travel with
how to transport milk back that you pump on vacation
how did you prep milk when going away for weekend

Weaning:

how to wean
how much food vs milk to give
when to remove extra sessions

Bedtime routine:

an overview of our bedtime routine with three kids under five

Products mentioned in the episode:

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

Spectra S2 Pump
Baby Buddha Travel Pump
My favorite pumping bras
Milk Storage Bags
Majka Lactation Bites - use code RACHL for 15% off
Favorite bottles
Bottle Brushes
Drying Rack

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This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

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Jenna Barnard - The Dessert QUEEN and Creator of Butternut Bakery Oct 24, 2023

#92: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we're joined by Jenna Barnard, the baker and photographer behind Butternut Bakery. You would probably recognize Jenna on Instagram or TikTok by one of her many drool worthy cookies, cakes or desserts!

Jenna started the Butternut Bakery blog as a way to share her passion for baking, the kind that involved flour, butter, and sugar. You know, the standard stuff. But a year in, she developed (and since healed) digestive issues and discovered a sensitivity to both gluten and dairy. That’s why she is so passionate about creating desserts for all diets. With Butternut Bakery, you will find a mix of traditional and modified recipes to satisfy every sweet tooth.

Here are some of the topics discussed in today's episode:

Where Jenna's passion from baking came from
Jenna's motivation to start a blog and posting her recipes on Tiktok and Instagram
Her career before pursing Butternut Bakery full time
What a typical day and week looks like as a content creator
The pressures of being a content creator and ways Jenna helps balance her life
Taking time away from your phone and avoiding burn out
Discovering her sensitivity to gluten and dairy and how she learned to bake with new ingredients
Traveling to Europe and her experience with gluten and dairy
Where Jenna see's her brand heading

+SO much more!

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Elly Truesdell - The Whole Foods Forager to Venture Capital Managing Partner Oct 10, 2023

#91: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we're joined by Elly Truesdell, Founder and Managing Partner of New Fare Partners. While walking down the aisles of Whole Foods or your local grocery store Elly most likely had a hand in getting the product on the shelf or supporting the brand as an investor.

Her fund New Fare Partners is a venture capital fund centered on the modern eater and evolving American palate. As Global Director of Local Brands & Product Innovation at Whole Foods Market for nearly a decade, Elly played a pivotal role in driving the growth of the natural and organic food industry, propelling some of today’s most iconic consumer brands.

Elly is also the co-founder of Made by Nacho, a premium pet food brand with chef Bobby Flay. She was a Partner at venture fund Almanac, before founding New Fare. Elly holds a B.A in Media Studies from the University of Virginia, and sits on the Boards of Made by Nacho, Foxtrot, Tacombi & Wellness in the Schools.

Here are some of the topics discussed in today's episode:

Where Elly's passion for food came from
Landing a job at Whole Foods and becoming apart of the Local Forager team
How her previous experience has set her up for what she is doing today
Launching her venture fund New Fare Partners
Her investment approach and thesis in the food and beverage space
Joining forces with Bobby Flay to launch Made by Nacho
Advice for listeners who are thinking about starting a new food or beverage brand

+SO much more!

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

Subscribe to my liquid collagen and get $10 off PLUS more $$ when you subscribe (truly life-changing!!).

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com. Sign up for my newsletter to get recipes & more straight to your inbox!

Ereka Vetrini - The Friend’s House We All Want to Dine At + Pursuing Her Dream Career Sep 26, 2023

#90: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we're joined by Ereka Vetrini. You would probably recognize Ereka by one of her mouth watering easy to make Italian inspired dishes on Instagram or TikTok!

Ereka is a working mother of two, a wife, a first-generation American-Italian, and the daughter of restauranteurs. She grew up in her family’s Italian restaurant which is where her love of cooking began. As a child, she spent hours in the kitchen of her family’s restaurants, happy to be there and eager to learn traditional southern Italian recipes.

In 2020 her daughter, encouraged her to share her recipes on social media. In just three years she has grown that community to 2.2 million across platforms! Ereka is having so much fun developing recipes that resonate with people of all ages and is excited to launch her first line of kitchen garments in November 2023!

Here are some of the topics discussed in today's episode:

Where Ereka's passion for food came from
Growing up in Ereka's family Italian restaurant
What motivated Ereka to start posting recipes on social media
Ereka's move from television to social media
Being a social media personality while raising children
Feeding your children and the "yuck"rule
Kitchen garments launching in November 2023!
Dealing with negative comments

+SO much more!

This episode is sponsored by Little Spoon! As a busy mother to three hungry boys, Little Spoon has been the perfect solution to help feed my family when I'm not making something homemade. For 30% off go to LITTLESPOON.COM/rachl and enter our code RACHL at checkout to get 30% OFF your first Little Spoon order.

Subscribe to my liquid collagen and get $10 off PLUS more $$ when you subscribe (truly life-changing!!).

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Just The Good Chat: *Realness* on Us Working and Parenting Together Sep 12, 2023

#89: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are continuing our series of Just The Good Chat. This is one of the most vulnerable Jordan and I have gotten on the podcast. We dive into our experiences working together and parenting together and share some of the struggles we have as a couple.

Our podcast is a *judgement-free* zone.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Working Together:

What made Jordan leave his previous career and join Rachel full time
A breakdown of Rachel & Jordan's tasks/responsibilities for the business
Is Rachel the boss or is it an equal partnership?
Our thoughts on couples therapy
Why it's hard to separate marriage and work
One thing we wish we knew about each other before working together
Advice about not getting sick of one another when working together
Setting boundaries between work and personal time
Pressures we have to provide working together

Parenting Together:

How working together benefits parenting together
What kind of parenting we practice
How we solve conflicts as parents/partners
How a typical weekend is divided when caring for our kids
How we split up parenting duty
Bedtime routines with multiple kids on different schedules
Feeling resentful to your partner

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

If you want to try my liquid collagen, use THIS link for $10 off + more $$ if you subscribe and save.

Jana Goodbaum - Co-Founder of Happy Wolf On Revolutionizing Kid’s Snacks Aug 22, 2023

#88: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we're joined by Jana Goodbaum, the Co-Founder of Happy Wolf! The *NEW* brand of wildly simple snacks for kids. They're nut-free snack bars made from only organic whole-food ingredients…and absolutely none of the "weird" stuff.

Happy Wolf is currently available to order online at their website HappyWolf.com - Use my code RACHL to get 20% off your order!

Here are some of the topics discussed in today's episode:

Happy Wolf - What is it and the background of why Jana decided to launch it
What is Happy Wolf brining to the market that is different than the current options and why no one else is doing what their doing
What made Jana interested in the CPG children's snack category
What concerns Jana about the current children’s snack products and why Happy Wolf is different
Why it’s been so hard to bring lower sugar options to the children’s snack aisle
The process of developing a product and then commercializing it for mass consumption
Whats been the biggest challenges so far in launching a new brand and product
What does the future look like for Happy Wolf

+SO much more!

Subscribe to my liquid collagen and get $10 off PLUS more $$ when you subscribe (truly life-changing!!).

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OUR PRODUCT COLLAB + All Things Go Nanas With Co-Founders Annie & Morgan Aug 16, 2023

#87: THIS EPISODE IS SO EXCITING!!! In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we're not only joined by Annie Slabotsky & Morgan Lerner, the co-Founders of GoNanas the banana bread mix company - but we are also sharing my first ever baking mix collab with them. GoNanas x rachLmansfield Mini Blueberry Muffin Banana Bread!! Order now on eatgonanas.com and use my discount code RACHELM for 20% off your order.

Annie and Morgan are the co-founders of GoNanas. They're shaking up the baking category with their vegan, gluten free, and nut free banana bread mixes that taste so good you wouldn't even know they're better-for-you and allergen friendly. The company launched online during the pandemic when banana bread was blowing up and have since launched nationwide with Whole Foods, Wegmans, HEB, Meijer, and most recently Target.

Here are some of the topics discussed in today's episode:

Starting GoNanas as college students
The backstory to how GoNanas went from fresh baked loaves on a college campus to baking mixes found in major retailers
How the COVID Pandemic forced the brand to pivot
Balancing being best friends and business partners
How GoNanas built a brand ambassador program and a loyal following
The success of their limited time flavor collaborations
The story behind creating and developing the limited time GoNanas x rachLmansfield Mini Blueberry Muffin Banana Bread mix. Order now on eatgonanas.com and use my discount code RACHELM for 20% off your order.
Being young female food entrepreneurs

+SO much more!

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

Subscribe to my liquid collagen and get $10 off PLUS more $$ when you subscribe (truly life-changing!!).

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Just The Good Chat: The Scoop On Jordan’s Gluten-free Journey Aug 01, 2023

#86: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are continuing our series of Just The Good Chat. Today I get to interview my husband, the one and only Jordan. Hear about him discovering he needed to remove gluten from his diet and how his life has been since living the gluten free lifestyle. Basically every intimate detail you want to know about his gf story is HERE!

Product recommendation

Amazon Store Front with all gluten free products
Best gluten free road trip snacks - Perfect Bar, mixed nuts/trail mixes, dried fruit, Purely Elizabeth granola, Seven Sundays cereal (RACHL30 for 30% off), meat sticks, Mid Day Square
Best gluten free recipes Rachel makes - The BEST Chocolate Chip Walnut Cookies (gluten-free), Healthy Thai Turkey Meatballs in Coconut Curry, Gluten-free Cottage Cheese Pancakes, Cottage Cheese Banana Bread
Best gluten free bread - Cocobakes is now out of business! Against The Grain, Rachel’s everything bagel bread, Base Culture

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Discovering the gluten sensitivity:

How Jordan learned he needed to avoid gluten
How and When did Jordan get diagnosed
How did Jordan know it was beneficial to remove gluten from his diet
What were Jordan's symptoms while eating gluten

Navigating life with being GF

Tips to navigate eating out
How to avoid gluten cross contamination
Jordan's experience with gluten in Europe
Typical day of eating for Jordan
#1 food Jordan misses after cutting out gluten

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

If you want to try my liquid collagen, use THIS link for $10 off + more $$ if you subscribe and save.

Ashley Nickelsen - Founder, CEO & Chief Snack Officer of B.T.R. NATION. Jul 06, 2023

#85: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by Ashley Nickelsen, Founder, CEO & Chief Snack Officer of B.T.R. NATION.

B.T.R. NATION is on a mission to help fix our broken food system. When Ashley's parents were both diagnosed with rare forms of cancer, she became their primary caretaker. Between chemo appointments and radiation, Ashley and her family were always on the move eating junk out of hospital vending machines and cafeterias. With a background in biochemistry and food studies, she took to the kitchen to create an on-the-go snack that was actually good for her and her family. When Ashley's parents passed away, she made it her mission to share these nourishing snacks with the world. Use my code RACHL for 20% off your order.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Why B.T.R? What does it mean?
What Ashely was doing before launching B.T.R. Nation
Her parent's story and what inspired her to start B.T.R Nation
The current product line up
What's next for B.T.R Nation
Ashley's generalized anxiety disorder, and tips and tricks on how to manage it
Being a virgo, making lists and making decisions

+ SO much more!

Subscribe to my liquid collagen and get $10 off PLUS more $$ when you subscribe (truly life-changing!!).

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Just The Good Chat: Family of 5 Update + Sleep Training Jun 20, 2023

#84: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are kicking off our series of Just The Good Chat, where Jordan and I chat about different life updates and answer some of our listeners questions. Think: even more of what you see on Instagram stories. In this episode we give an update about our experiences as parents of 3 kids ages four and under and our experience sleep training for the third time.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Raising three children:

Tips going from 0 to 1, 1 to 2 and 2 to 3 kids
What parts of the transition to 3 has been the hardest
How we knew we wanted to have three children
How we stay connected and make time for one another
How to keep each kids schedule without interrupting another
Bed time with 3 kids and 2 parents
Regressions when siblings came
Will Jordan get a vasectomy?

Sleep Training:

Our sleep training method
What age to sleep train
Did we hire anyone to help with the sleep training
Tips to deal with the crying
When to transition to a sleepsack
How to eliminate middle of the night feedings
Is there an age it's too late to do sleeptraining?
Is there an age it's too early to do sleeptraining?
Tips on removing the swaddle

Other questions:

Tips on dealing with a baby who is colic
Tips on dealing with big toddler feelings
Limiting portion sizes for kids
Names we liked but didn't use for our kids

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

If you want to try my liquid collagen, use THIS link for $10 off + more $$ if you subscribe and save.

Hannah Barnstable - The CEO & Co-founder of Seven Sundays Jun 06, 2023

#83: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by Hannah Barnstable, the CEO and Co-founder of Seven Sundays. (use my code RACHL30 for 30% off your order!)

Hannah founded Seven Sundays in 2011 with four muesli recipes, an old Raleigh bike and trailer, some rented after-hours kitchen space at a friend’s restaurant, and a crazy desire to flip the cereal aisle on its head. Hannah’s food philosophy is simple: Food is an experience to be enjoyed and should remain as close as possible to the way Mother Nature intended it to be. When Hannah isn’t off selling cereal, she can be found running around the Minneapolis city lakes (summer), skiing in the Northwoods (winter), browsing her favorite local grocery stores or in the kitchen making food for her sweet family of five.

Seven Sunday's muesli and cereal is on a daily rotation in mine and my children's breakfast line up (truly - we eat it daily). We love the products and brand so much our venture fund grt sht ventures has invested into the company.

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Why start a breakfast cereal company?
Hannah's previous career in finance before launching Seven Sundays
What makes Seven Sundays product line up some of the best in the breakfast cereal aisle?
The importance of the ingredient list and being an earth friendly brand
Some insights to being a female entrepreneur in the food and beverage space
How the industry has evolved over the past decade
Seven Sundays latest product line the Oat Protein Cereal

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Marissa Mullen - The Cheese and Charcuterie Guru + Founder of That Cheese Plate May 23, 2023

#82: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by Marissa Mullen the creator behind That Cheese Plate. Marissa is a Brooklyn based best-selling author, entrepreneur, food stylist and content creator. She is the founder of That Cheese Plate, a global community for cheese plate inspiration and recipes, and creator of the Cheese By Numbers method, a step-by-step approach to creative food styling. She is known for pioneering the cheese and charcuterie trend in popular culture today and creating art out of simplicity.

Marissa's latest book That Cheese Plate Wants to Party is now available!

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

Where Marissa's love of cheese came from
How she became a cheese pro
What are the basics in creating an epic cheese board?
How to pair crackers with cheese or make the perfect bite
Top 3 favorite cheeses from Trader Joes
How Marissa's background/experience prepared her for what she is doing now.
Starting her Instagram page, That Cheese Plate
Getting her first cookbook deal
Her latest cookbook That Cheese Plate Wants To Party
The kick off of her cook book tour

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Dr. Jolene Brighten - What is ”Normal”?, The Orgasm Gap, Female Hormones + Normalizing the Hormone Conversation May 09, 2023

#81: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by Dr. Jolene Brighten. Dr. Brighten is a hormone expert, nutrition scientist, and thought leader in women’s medicine. She is board certified in naturopathic endocrinology and trained in clinical sexology. Dr. Brighten is the author of Is This Normal, a non-judgemental guide to creating hormone balance, eliminating unwanted symptoms, and building the sexual desire you crave.

Dr. Brighten was previously a guest on Just The Good Stuff (Episode 29) to chat about Post Birth Control Syndrome, getting your period back + all things female hormones.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in this episode:

Why Dr. Brighten wanted to write her new book Is This Normal?
Busting some of the stereotypes of the female anatomy
Why is it that so many of us don’t understand how the basics of our hormones work or even what the correct names are for all the parts down there?
What is the orgasm gap?
What are some of the reasons for the gap?
What we learned in our health/sex ed classes from high school
How to and when to introduce your children to these topics about their bodies to finally break this cycle?
If people have been trained to think something is abnormal, what are some tips/tricks/steps they can make to change that mindset?
Are people around the world experiencing the same thing about their bodies or is this a US cultural issue?
Tips and advice to feel good with your sex life postpartum

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

Dr. Eric Forman with Everything You Need to Know About Egg and Embryo Freezing May 02, 2023

#80: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by Dr. Eric Forman, MD, HCLD. Dr. Forman is the Medical and Laboratory Director at Columbia University Fertility Center in New York City. He oversees the medical practice as well as the IVF embryology and andrology laboratories. Dr. Forman holds a special place in our hearts as he was my fertility doctor who helped us get pregnant with our three boys (my second baby daddy as I call him!).

With egg and embryo freezing has been such a big topic these days so we asked Dr. Forman to come back on Just The Good Stuff Podcast to help explain the process and answer some questions from our community.

Dr. Forman was previously a guest on the podcast (episode 35) to chat all things fertility.

Here are some helpful links to some posts about our fertility journey:

Getting pregnant with Ezra, part 1 & part 2
Getting pregnant with Brody
Getting pregnant with Cooper

Here is a preview of some of the topic and questions we discuss in this episode:

The differences between egg and embryo freezing
What to expect in the process of freezing eggs or embryos
Who is a good candidate for egg or embryo freezing?
When should you go see a fertility doctor?
What is the ideal number of frozen eggs/embryos to try and store?
What is the optimal age age to freeze your eggs or embryos?
What to look for in your provider?
Storage options for frozen eggs or embryos
Is there a danger to freezing eggs/embroys for too long? How long will they stay good for?
What is success rate of egg / embryo freezing and then implanting?
If your eggs/embryos are frozen, when should a woman use them by to ensure she can still carry a child?
What is typical cost of egg freezing?

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Brittany Mullins - Eating Bird Food on Starting Her Food Blog, Feeding Her Family + Meal Prep 101 Apr 25, 2023

#79: In this episode of Just The Good Stuff we are joined by Brittany Mullins. Brittany is a recipe developer and founder of Eating Bird Food, a website she started in 2008 as a way to share her health journey and inspire others. She has a marketing degree, a health coaching certification, and a knack for creating simple, nutrient-dense recipes that have been featured in Shape, Good Housekeeping, HuffPost, Self.com, and more. She lives with her husband, two children and pup in Richmond, VA.

Brittany just released her first cook book Mostly Veggies and we were so excited to chat with her to learn all about it!

Here are some of the topics discussed in this episode:

What inspired Brittany to start Eating Bird Food in 2008
Being an OG food blogger how the space has changed over the past 15 years
Brittany's food philosophy and how its evolved over the years now feeding herself, husband and two children
What inspired Brittany to write her first cookbook Mostly Veggies
The Eating Bird Food 4 Step Method to meal prep
How she handles picky eating with her children
Tips on meal prepping if you've never done it before
Some behind the scenes of running her own business
Her favorite and least favorite part of what she does
Her advice for someone who is trying to break into the food content creator space

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

*All* Things Botox and Injectables with Dr. Briza Walter & Chelsea Cruz of Studio17 CW Apr 18, 2023

#78: In this episode we are joined by Dr. Briza Walter the Founder of Studio 17 Cosmetics and Wellness and Chelsea D'Esposito Cruz a certified nurse injector. We dive in and discuss everything we need to know about the ever so popular, neuromodulators (AKA Botox), facial fillers, and anti-aging skin treatments. Rachel personally is a client of Studio 17 and has gone to their center a handful of times. This episode is packed with info and think of it as botox 101!

Here is a preview of some of the topic and questions we discuss in this episode:

What are neuromodulators such as Botox and how do they work?
Why you should know what brand neuromodulator you're using
Why its important to know how many units of Botox were used during your treatment
When should you start getting Botox?
How long does Botox last?
What you should be doing to help maintain and preserve the Botox treatment
Is Botox really "preventable"?
Is there anyone that shouldn’t get Botox?
Are there long term effects on putting Botox in our body?
What should you look for in a practitioner?
How much does Botox cost on average?
What are fillers and how are they different than Botox?
Where can filler be injected?
How often can you get filler?
What are some ways to build new fresh collagen in our skin?
What can we do for dark circles under the eyes?
What can we do for melasma?
What non-injectables do you recommend?
What is safe to do while pregnant?
What is safe to do while breastfeeding?

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

This episode is sponsored by LMNT!!! Low key freaking out that LMNT is a SPONSOR! I have been using their killer electrolyte hydration packets for forever and they're a dream partner of mine. I swear by them and they have no sugar, no artificial anything and they have the most delicious flavors. You can get a FREE SAMPLE PACK with *this link* no code needed! http://DrinkLMNT.com/Rachel

Michelle Pratt - Safe In The Seat of *The* Judgement Free Expert of Child Car Seat Safety Apr 04, 2023

#77: In this episode were joined by Michelle Pratt of Safe in the Seat. As a mom and nationally certified child passenger safety technician, her judgment-free approach is beyond refreshing to helping turn car seat confusion into straight-up confidence. Through online courses, helpful YouTube Videos, and daily doses of safety tips and tricks, Michelle is empowering caregivers to keep their most precious cargo safe in the seat.

As parents of 3 children under the age of 5 we personally have first hand seen how difficult it is to navigate the hundreds of options of car seats and sometimes the more difficult task of installing a car seat and making sure its the right fit for your little ones. Michelle helps parents of children of all ages in their car seat journeys. This is the car seat we have for Brody and love and this is the one we use for Ezra now. Cooper uses this car seat/stroller combo!

Here is a preview of some of the topic and questions we discuss in this episode:

Common things parents/caregivers do that can be dangerous for a child's safety in a car seat
How to determine what car seat is best for your child
What you can do before your child is born to best prepare their car seat
Tips/tricks to help your child in the car seat and during car rides
Milestones to reach on when to switch car seats and when to stop
What is the best configuration of car seats in the back seat
Is one car seat "safer" than another?
Thoughts on the Doona or other car seat / stroller combos
Should you rent car seats while traveling?

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Kacie Barnes MCN, RDN - Mama Knows Nutrition on Picky Eaters and What The Beep to Do Apr 03, 2023

#76: In this episode we sit down with Kacie Barnes, the Registered Dietician Nutritionist behind the website and social media account Mama Knows Nutrition. Kacie provides us with SO many tips, tricks, courses and resources for feeding your toddler and kids. This is a hot topic and we chat with Kacie about the daily struggles all parents and caregivers go through while trying to provide the best meal time options for your little ones.

Here is a preview of some of the topic and questions we discuss in this episode:

What age picky eating is common to start around and when it ends
What we should do if a kid no longer wants to eat a food they loved in the past
The difference between picky eating and a food aversion
How to reverse bad eating habits
How to introduce a new food at meal time without overwhelming your child
Tips on how to prevent your child from throwing food
Can my child go to bed hungry
What do you do if your child wont eat dinner but then always asks for dessert
Thoughts on adding "hidden" veggies into meals
Best approaches to packing your child's lunch for school
My child won't eat anything green, what can I do
How to deal with extended family unsolicited feeding comments
How do you know if your child ate enough, should you cut them off

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Expo West 2023 Recap, Finds & Trends In Better-For-You Food & Beverage Mar 21, 2023

#75: In this episode we dive into our recent trip to LA to attend the 2023 Natural Products Expo West show in Anaheim, CA. We chat all about the different brands and new products we got to try and founders and brands we were able to get face time with. After chatting about it all, we narrowed it down to a few major trends we saw for the future of the food and beverage industry this year

Heres a recap of some of the brands and products we discuss in today's episode from Expo West 2023:

Sweet Nothings - Use code RACHL for 20% off your Nut Butter Bites order
Brave Good Kind
Mighty Spark
Seven Sundays - *NEW* Oats Protein cereal and use code RACHL30 30% off your order
Chia smash - new grape jelly
Must Love - cookies and sprinkles
Evergreen - *NEW* waffle egg breakfast sandwiches
Clevr - latte mixes
Fitjoy - *NEW* cracker and pb pretzels
Savor by Suize - choc covered pretzel
RIND - *NEW* snack/trail mix
Quinn - pizza pretzels
Simply - Chocolate date bites
Bored Cow - microflora milk protein
Craize
Chomps
GoNanas
Purely Elizabeth
Mid-Day Square - *NEW* cookie dough
BTR bars - code RACHL
Sunnie

Here are the industry trends we noticed during Expo West 2023 and discuss in todays podcast:

Kelp/Seaweed
Asian cuisine
Candy/Gummies
Snacking puffs
So many beverages
Not enough kids stuff
Chicken Jerky
Grain free pretzels
Mushrooms

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Our Transition to 3 Kids, Postpartum Q+A and Catch Up Mar 07, 2023

#74: In this episode Rachel is interview by Jordan to catch up about life with 3 kids, postpartum recover, second c-section, and overall how they are doing. AKA they are zombies and had to pause halfway through to feed Cooper. This episode is raw, real and Rachel and Jordan chat about life having 3 kids aged 4 and under.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Combating stress and anxiety during your fertility journey
Gestational diabetes during pregnancy
Gender/sex disappointment
New learnings in my third pregnancy
Not publicly sharing the sex/gender of my third baby during pregnancy
Preparing for birth / 2nd c-section
Recovering after c-section
Postpartum exercising
Breastfeeding for the third time
What life *actually*is like with three kids
Transitioning from 0 to 1, 1 to 2, 2 to 3 kids
Mental health and making time for yourself
How has having kids impacted my relationship/marriage with Jordan

Here are some links to some helpful resources:

Here is a LINK to my shop page with all helpful items for c-section recovery, postpartum and your newborn.

Here is a discount code for my favorite lactation bites (code RACHL for 15% off)

Here is a blog post and podcast episode with more on our journey to get pregnant with baby #3

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Jason Karp - Founder & CEO of HumanCo and Co-Founder of Hu Feb 21, 2023

#73: In this episode we sit down with Jason Karp the Founder and CEO of HumanCo - a mission-driven holding company that invests in and builds brands focused on healthier living and sustainability. In addition to HumanCo, Jason is also Co-Founder of Hu (pronounced "Hue" as in "Human" and known for its award-winning organic chocolate), one of the fastest growing snacking companies in the U.S. Hu was sold to Mondelez International in January 2021. Prior to Hu, he was the Founder, CEO and CIO of Tourbillon Capital Partners, an investment fund that managed over $4 billion.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Background on Jason and his health and wellness journey
The birth of Hu and how they got into the chocolate business
Challenges of building the Hu CPG brand
Tips for working with spouse/family members or really just great practices for business/relationships
The *iconic* acquisition of Hu Products
The distinction between brand awareness v brand equity
Jason breaks down his newest endeavor: HumanCo
A shift to focus on ingredients good for the consumer instead of the bottom line
Food trends that Jason to be excited about

+ SO much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Sara Reardon - *The* Vagina Whisperer On Everything We Need To Know About Pelvic Floor Health Feb 07, 2023

#72: In this episode we chat with Sara Reardon, the well know Vagina Whisperer on Instagram where she provides education and exercises for your pelvic floor. Sara is a doctor of physical therapy and board-certified pelvic floor therapist for over 15 years. She is a graduate of Washington University in St Louis and specializes in the treatment of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in men and women.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Background about Sara and the Vagina Whisperer
What to expect when going to a pelvic floor PT
How to find a pelvic floor PT
Just incase peeing
Squatty potty
Sex postpartum
What to do to prepare for birth
Are kegels really the be all end all? What else can we be doing.
Pregnancy constipation: what can we do?
Common misconceptions of pelvic floor health

Plus a free Pelvic Floor Guide!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Emily Claman - The Pre + Postnatal Workout Specialist On All Things Fitness Before, During + After Pregnancy Jan 24, 2023

#71: In this episode we sit down with Emily Claman to discuss all things pre & postnatal workouts. Emily is who I personally work with once a week and she is a GEM! Emily is the founder of Push. She is a Certified Personal Trainer, a certified Pre/Postnatal Fitness Specialist and a certified Pre/Postnatal Functional Training Specialist with 10+ years experience. And she is incredibly knowledgeable about what to do and best workout practices while pregnant.

Here are some of the topics/questions we discuss in the episode:

Breath Work:

The importance for breathing properly and how it can help when working out, during child birth and going #2.
Emily walks us through a quick breath work exercise

Pre & Postnatal Exercising:

Can I keep my normal work out routine while pregnant?
What should all pregnant women modify when working out?
what are the DOs and DONTs for working out in each trimester?
Does working out often impact birth experience?
thoughts on pregnant women running? is it safe?
Is it safe to start exercising when pregnant if you haven’t in a long time?
What are top 3 forms of movement or exercises we can do at home while pregnant?
What are the top 3 fitness products to purchase or have on hand?
Is it safe to workout until 40 weeks of pregnancy?

Prepping for birth and postpartum:

Top exercises and routines to prep for first childbirth?
What are different types of pushing we can learn about?
How do we go about going back into exercising post partum and when exactly we should even go about this?

+ so much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

The Well+Good 2023 Annual Wellness Trends Report Jan 10, 2023

#70: In this episode we sit down with Abbey Stone, VP, Content & Executive Editor of Well+Good to discuss their highly anticipated annual Wellness Trends Report. Well+Good has been publishing their predictions for wellness trends for the upcoming year now for over a decade and they are on point year over year for spotting trends in the health and wellness space.

Here are some of the trends we discuss in the episode:

Food:

Tinned fish is swimming in sex appeal
Snackable supplements are going beyond the gummy
Nostalgia Food Brands Will Feed Your Inner Child
Lupini Beans Will Be The New Budget-Friendly Legume
Sports and Energy Drinks Are Getting Dusted Off

Health:

Virtual Reality Is Coming For Your Health Care
Clean Up on Aisle Cold, Flu, and Painkillers
The Tampon Industry Will Be Flush With More Sustainable, Comfortable, and Functional Options

Fitness:

IRL Fitness is Back, Baby
Fitness Tracking Is No Longer All In The Wrist

You can find the complete 2023 Well+Good Wellness Trends Report here.

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

My 7 Year Fired Anniversary and 2022 Wrap Up and Reflections Dec 06, 2022

#69: In this episode we are reminiscing over the last 7 years since I was fired from my full-time corporate job in our annual "fired anniversary episode". My co-host, husband, baby daddy, Jordan interviews me and we chat about the evolution of my brand over the past 7 years since being fired, we reflect back on all the personal events of 2022, we look forward to what's in store for 2023 and answer some questions from listeners. Pardon any windedness or crazy talk as I am 8 months pregnant recording this episode.

If you're new around here you can listen to a few of our previous fired anniversary episodes here and here.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Why I recognize my fired anniversary
How the rachlmansfield brand has evolved over the past 7 years
What motivates me to keep going back to the food space
How to you know if something is working well or when you should cut your losses
Where do you learn about all the latest and greatest things in the ever changing social media world
Tips on work life balance, how do you separate the two
What’s something I wish I did sooner for my brand
What was the biggest change to the rachlmansfield brand in 202
What I'm most proud of in 2022
What was the best lesson learned in 2022
What is something I wish I did in 2022
What I'm thankful for
What I'm most excited for in 2023
What’s coming to rachlmansfield in 2023

Q&A from listeners:

Feeling like shit after getting laid off. Any tips on motivation
How do you execute and schedule all the content creation across all the platforms
Would you ever stop, pivot and find a new career
What are your favorite and least favorite parts of what you do
Do you do all the posting on your platforms
Was your major in college helpful in what you’re doing
How do you come up with all of your recipes

+ so much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Dana Shultz - On Running Her Food Blog Empire, Minimalist Baker, Transitioning From Plant-Based To Plant-Focused + Building Her Brand Nov 29, 2022

#68: On this episode we speak with Dana Shultz the Co-Founder and Creative Director behind Minimalist Baker. One of the original food blogs that we all love and cook from. Minimalist Baker is known for her recipes made with 10 ingredients or less, 1 bowl, and they take 30-minutes or less to prepare. Dana and team have created such an approachable way to cook and make delicious foods and have just made it even easier with their new line of baking mixes (they are a must try!!).

Here are some topics we discuss on todays episode:

The origin story of starting minimalist baker
What Dana did before starting Minimalist Baker
How did Dana know it was time to take Minimalist Baker full time
How the brand Minimalist Baker has evolved over the last decade
A lot of food bloggers partner with brands to promote, why has Minimalist Baker stayed away from this
Minimalist Baker’s transition from a vegan blog to one that now incorporates animal products
The personal lifestyle change that caused the shift in recipe creation
How to separate personal life from the brand
Building a team to help support and grow Minimalist Baker, how to trust and let people into your business
Favorite part of Minimalist Baker and what has been challenging
Building a Consumer Packaged Goods brand of baking mixes
Dana’s all time favorite recipes on Minimalist Baker

+ so much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Greg Davidson & Michael Wieder - The Best Friends + Co-Founders of Lalo Nov 15, 2022

#67: On this episode we speak with Greg Davidson and Michael Wieder the Co-Founders behind the toddler and kids brand Lalo. They are the creators of the most aesthetic yet functional baby, toddler and kid products for your home. You 1000% have heard of these guys from my Instagram and they are one of our favorites. To the point where we invested in their company a couple years ago and have been cheering for the brand since day 1.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Backgrounds and roles at Lalo
Why did two guys without kids think to launch a baby/kids brand
Did you have the idea for a product first or just saw something missing in the space
Being an entrepreneur and learning to build a brand on the fly
Current product line up
What’s next - bath line, kitchen, etc.
Where do you get new product development ideas from
Juggling work life balance as founders of a start up
Greg & Michael’s current favorite Lalo product
Rachel & Jordan’s top picks for new products for Lalo to make

+ so much more!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Jenny Mollen - The *Hilarious* + Candid Mom Behind Dictator Lunches, Author, Actress Nov 01, 2022

#66: On this episode we speak with Jenny Mollen, the author, actress and hilarious personality on all things motherhood, feeding her kids, being married to Jason Biggs and random parts of her life. Jenny dives into two of her books that released this year: Dictator Lunches and a novel: City of Likes (this is no small feat fam wowza).

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Pregnancy and deciding on having more children
City vs. suburb life
Motherhood and feeding our children
Jenny's experience with SIBO
Postpartum hyperthyroidism
Why Jenny picks NYC over LA
Where Jenny came up with the idea of Dictator Lunches
Whose the real Dictator behind her kids lunches
Tips and tricks to make food fund for kids
Jenny's novel City of Likes and now turning it into a TV show

+ so much more because we both may be the most chatty humans ever.

Thank you Cerebelly for sponsoring this episode. Code RACHL20for 20% off your order at cerebelly.com

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Dr. Teresa Purzner & Nick Langan - Co-Founders of Cerebelly On What To Feed Your Kids + All Things Brain Development Oct 18, 2022

#65: On this episode, we speak with the Co-Founders of Cerebelly, Dr. Teresa Purzner & Nick Langan. Dr. Purzner is not just just co-founder of industry-changing Cerebelly but also a world renowned practicing neurosurgeon and developmental neurobiologist who realized the importance of the nutrients needed for a childs brain to develop. We dive into this topic and so much more in this episode!

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

Why Cerebelly was started and why it's different from other baby brands
16 nutrients needed to help support a childs brain development
Heavy metals in food regardless if organic or not
What nutrients are usually deficient in a North American diet
What to look for on nutritional panel for your children
Some go-to meals or ideas to feed your children to ensure they are getting the proper nutrients
Shelf stable foods without preservatives
Needs in the market for pregnant mothers - snacks for pregnant mothers and lactating mothers
What mothers can do while pregnant to help support their babies brain development

Also use the code RACHL20 for 20% off your order at cerebelly.com!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Expo East 2022 Recap + The Low Down On grt sht ventures! Oct 11, 2022

#64: In this episode, Jord and I are chatting about the new products and latest trends we saw while attending the 2022 Natural Products Expo East in Philadelphia.

We also give an update on our venture fund - grt sht ventures and what we have been up to since launching in the spring.

Heres a recap of some of the brands and products we discuss in today's episode from Expo East 2022:

Jack & Annies

Egglife

Fabalish

HumanCo - Against the Grain, Snowdays, Cosmic Bliss

Some food trends we noticed while at Expo East 2022:

Sunflower Oil
Candy gummies
Allulose
Non-alcoholic beverages - spirits, wine (Surely), beer
Less emphasis on plant based meat and cheese

Finally, we provide an update on our venture fund: grt sht ventures and our latest investment into Seven Sundays.

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Mommy Labor Nurse on ALL Things Labor, Delivery + Recovery Oct 04, 2022

#63: In today's episode, we are chatting with Liesel Teen, the Founder of Mommy Labor Nurse. This episode is filled a ton of helpful information in how to prepare for childbirth, what to expect and tips on postpartum. Liesel and her team have so many amazing tips and trick over on their Instagram and they do such an awesome job empowering and educating women (and partners) on what to expect when having a baby and more.

Here are some of the topics we discuss in the episode:

How do you know it’s time to go to the hospital?
What do pre labor run mean? And pooping in labor?
What are your best tips for going unmedicated if someone chooses not to have an epidural?
When is it too late to get an epidural?
What are your thoughts on getting induced?
Is the loss of the mucus plug a sign you're going into labor?
What can you do to help with preparing for "easy delivery"?
What are your must haves in your hospital bag?
What to take from the hospital home with you?
Any tips or words of wisdom for someone who knows they need to have a c-section and are nervous?
What are your tips for c section recovery?
Thoughts on getting multiple c sections?
How do you know if you’re a good candidate vbac after a c-section?
Can you do anything to prevent hemorrhoids from happening?
Once you do have them how can you make the pain and discomfort less severe?
What about vaginal tarring? What can you do to prevent that
What’s the deal with not being able to eat post delivery with a c-section and when you’re in labor?

+ even more info in the episode!

Thank you Cerebelly for sponsoring this episode. Code rachL20 for 20% off your order at cerebelly.com

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Fertility Journey to Baby #3, Miscarrying a Twin + All Things Pregnancy Aug 23, 2022

#62: In today's episode, we are sharing our story to getting pregnant with baby #3. Everything from our fertility journey with menopur and IUI, to finding out we are pregnant with twins and all things first trimester (and into second trimester!). We are also answering a handful of listener questions related to pregnancy, motherhood and more!

Fertility journey:

Did you get pregnant naturally this time?
Why did you decide to keep it a secret about starting fertility treatment?
What fertility supplements did you take when ttc?
Do you do fertility acupuncture?
What day past ovulation did you take a test?
What did you do to promote implantation? Food supplements etc
How did you handle losing a twin?
What happened to twin 2 after they didn't make it?
At what point in trying to start a family did you seek out a fertility doctor?

This pregnancy:

How did you tell Jordan you were pregnant?
What have been your top 3 food cravings?
When you have an unhealthy pregnancy craving like diet coke, how often do you go for it?
Do you have gestational diabetes this pregnancy?
How do you cope with having gestational diabetes?
Can you drink olipop pregnant?
How did you cope with nausea during the first trimester?
How different does your body feel from the other 2 pregnancies?
How do you continue making recipes and working during nausea and fatigue?
How has your energy and mood been?
Are you finding out the sex?
What are you most looking forward to with the third baby?
Do you restrict any foods while pregnant?
How do you balance caring for yourself during pregnant and your kids?
Do you have names picked out?
Does anything about pregnancy in general give you anxiety?

General questions about having kids:

How has your approach to pregnancy and motherhood changed since having ezra?
Was it insane going from 1 to 2?
Did you struggle to have a third?
How to persuade hubby to have baby #2?
How do you feel about a 3rd and managing your business?
How do you do bedtime with multiple kids? Will the baby have a nursery and big boys share?
In your opinion: I know you're never “ready” but how ready should one be to start trying
Any favorite maternity clothes?
How do you tell your kids/explain to them you are pregnant?
When did you start buying stuff during your first pregnancy?
Favorite prenatal? Ritual (code RACHL20 for 20% off)
Stretch mark cream for pregnancy? TULA body butter (code RACHL for 15% off)

We also share our story over on my blog!

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

My Decision To Cut Out Alcohol 4+ Years Ago Aug 07, 2022

#61: In this episode, I am sharing why I decided to stop drinking 4 years ago and my perspective on living alcohol free. I discuss my history with alcohol and my adolescence/relationship with drinking and share why this has been a huge benefit in my life. But also why I don't expect everyone to hop on board the sober curious lifestyle.

I also dive into listener questions on cutting out alcohol and touch on some of the points below:

Why did I stop drinking alcohol?
When did I know you needed to quit? Was it a hard realization?
What positive changes have I seen since stopping?
If I could go back, would I have cut out alcohol earlier?
Did my friend group change when I stopped drinking?
What is your go-to non alcoholic drink?
Have I noticed a change in my health since stopping?
Does Jordan wish I still drank?
Do you think I say no to events that are centered around alcohol?
Do I ever feel like you're missing out on social situations?
Do people ever look at me funny for not drinking?
How do I approach it with friends who love to drink?
My tips for dating and being sober
Thought on splitting the bill evenly with friends when eating out?
How do I address questions when you're around a group of people who don’t get why you stopped drinking?
How do I find other social ways to see friends without getting a drink?
Do I smoke weed instead?
Do I think I will ever start drinking again?

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Dr. James DiNicolantonio - The Basics Of Health, Sunlight, Exercise + Magnesium Jul 25, 2022

#60: In this episode, we are chatting with Dr. James DiNicolantonio. He is a Doctor of Pharmacy and a cardiovascular research scientist. An expert on health and nutrition, he is also the author of six bestselling health books, The Salt Fix, The Longevity Solution, The Immunity Fix, The Mineral Fix and WIN.

A preview of what we dive into in today's episode :

What are some red flags for people to know they need to make some lifestyle changes
For someone who is trying to start making changes or habits to their lifestyle, where would you suggest they begin?
Why is sunlight so important and how should people incorporate it into their daily lives?
If people should incorporate one work out into their lives what should they do?
Can you really reverse type II diabetes?
His thoughts on 80/20 lifestyle
How parents can maintain healthy lifestyle with kids
His thoughts on a plant-based diet and gluten and dairy
Is Intermittent fasting for everyone?
Why do we need magnesium? Everything to know.

For more from me, I'm over on IG @rachLmansfield, tiktok @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Speech Sisters - The Speech Language Experts On Everything You Need To Know To Get Your Child Talking Jul 12, 2022

#59: In this episode, we are chatting with the Speech Sisters, Brooke and Bridget on ALL things speech pathology. This episode is one of my favorites to date and it is filled with so much helpful and informative information you don't want to miss. Speech Sisters are one of my favorite follows on Instagram too. It is amazing!

In today's episode we chat about *so* many things:

When do you begin focusing on speech?
What can you do with babies as a newborn to help set them up for success
What are your thoughts on baby talk towards kids? At what age does this end.
How much should a child be talking by 12 months? 18 months? 24 months?
Is there different timelines for each sex when it comes to speech?
How can you motivate a child to start talking more?
What are your thoughts on the new AAP guidelines?
How has the pandemic impacted speech for kids?
When do you know if your child needs a SLP?
What can caretakers do to help as much as they can with best speech practices?
What are red flags to look for?
What are your thoughts on signs and doing sign language for babies
How does tongue tie impact a child’s speech
Is a child who is learning 2 languages going to take longer to learn to talk?
Do you have tips on overcoming and improving a lisp?
Does drinking from a straw or even using pacifier or sucking thumb delay speech?

+ SO much more!

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Courtney Schreiber - Founder of Brow Eyed Girl On All Things Eye Brows, Microblading + Permanent Make Up Jul 06, 2022

#58: In this episode, we are chatting with the Founder of Brow Eyed Girl, Courtney Schreiber! Courtney is the go-to for all things eye brows, permanent make up and she is FULL of knowledge about micro blading, lash lifts and tints and more.

In today's episode we chat about *so* many things:

The world of permanent make up
What exact is microblading? Should you get it?
How your eye brows define your face
How to know what kind of brows are good for you?
What are powdered brows?
Who was the first person to start talking bout microblading and make it "trendy" and popular?
What to do if you have thin eye brows
How many times you can get your brows microbladed
What brow serums to try to promote hair growth
The details on a lash lift and what that is
What men can also do for their brows
Everything you need to know about permanent make up on your lips
How to find a brow expert by you

+ SO much more!

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Danielle Brown - @healthygirlkitchen The Plant-Based Food Queen On Growing Her Brand, How Veganism Changed Her Life + Her Miscarriage May 24, 2022

#57: In this episode, I am chatting with the vegan food queen herself, Danielle Brown. You know Danielle from @healthygirlkitchen where she shares dozens of healthy and delicious vegan recipes for everyone to make.

In today's episode we chat about *so* many things:

Growing up without the term influencer and social media
Going to college and transitioning into a vegan lifestyle
How the transition into eating plant-based changed her life
Going to IIN and becoming a health coach
Why she started her blog and sharing recipes
How her husband transitioned into being vegan too
Easy swaps we can all make to eat more plants
How to perfect tofu (my personal struggle!)
Danielle's journey to starting a family and experiencing her miscarriage earlier this year

+ SO much more!

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Ashley La Fond - Organizing Your Home, Life + Creating A Business Out of a Hobby May 09, 2022

#56: In this episode, we are chatting with Ashley La Fond, the founder of the mega successful organizing business Of Space and Mind. Of Space and Mind is a professional organizing company that makes your life 100x more efficient and obviously "organized". Ashley and her team transforms your home/apartment/living situation an absolute dream. From moving and unpacking to organizing your current home, Of Space and Mind can help with everything. They put processes in place I'd never think of and help you reorganize your entire life.

A highlight of what we dive into:

How Ashley fell in love with organizing and started her own company
What exactly a professional organizer does for someone
How covid shifted their business and offered a new way to help people
Why everyone in their life needs someone to help them organize
Tips on how to organize your home and best practices
How to organize small space and maximize the space
How you can organize on a budget
What it is like being a working mom and what is worth outsourcing

+ SO much more.

Plus here are a few examples of what Ashley and her team helped us with: tips for everything, kitchen, our pantry, kitchen organizing tips and a full blog post here.

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Kiva Dickinson - Breaking Down The Basics of Investing + What a VC Fund Does Apr 25, 2022

#55: In this episode, Jordan and I are chatting with Kiva Dickinson, the founder and Managing Partner of Selva Ventures. Selva Ventures invests in brands making consumers' lives better, and they happen to be a handful of our favorites.

A highlight of what we dive into:

Taking the leap from his full-time job to start Selva Ventures
Why he wanted to start his own VC fund
How we are making investing space more approachable
What it has been like fundraising money for Selva
What a VC fund does and the basics of a venture capital fund
The importance of open dialogue in the investing space
Why a brand actually needs money from investors
What an LP, GP and all these crazy abbreviations mean
How to spot the trends in the industry
How to know if a brand is worth investing in
Where the space is going with food trends

+ SO much more!

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For more on our VC fund, head on over to grtsht.com

Elizabeth Stein - Founder/CEO of Purely Elizabeth on Female Entrepreneurship + Building Her Granola Empire Apr 03, 2022

#54: In today's episode, we are chatting with the Founder + CEO of Purely Elizabeth, Elizabeth Stein. Purely Elizabeth is an industry leader in the natural food space and has been for over 12 years now. Elizabeth shares her story on building her food empire and what is has been like building her business over the last decade.

A highlight of what we dive into:

How Elizabeth originally started her company (hint: granola wasn't involved)
What it has been like being on of the first female entrepreneurs in the natural food space
The challenges Purely Elizabeth has faced growing their brand
Her favorite product they have and least favorite that didn't make it to market
What it has been like fundraising money for their company as a female CEO and entrepreneur
How the space has changed since she started her company over a decade ago and the challenges brands face now starting out
Her views on success and what that looks like
Elizabeth's morning and night routine and getting to know more behind the queen of granola

..and SO much more!

Giveaway info:

5 people will win a surprise package of Purely Elizabeth!! Take a screenshot of you listening to this episode and share it on your stories. Tag me and @purely_elizabeth @rachLmansfield to enter.

Use my code RACHL for 25% off ALL Purely Elizabeth products.

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We’re Back Baby! Expo West Recap + First Episode Back! Mar 31, 2022

#53: Welcome back to JTGS. We are *so* happy to be back in action. And I am beyond excited to introduce my new co-host, Jordan Carpenter. Also known as my husband, best friend, baby daddy and now business partner. We have been recording a ton of new episodes to roll out this spring and we are kicking it off with a highly requested topic - EXPO WEST!

In this episode we are chat a lot and it is our first episode back in action. Here is what we touch on:

The rundown on all things Expo West and our last minute trip
What exactly is Expo West and why do we go?
Our favorite new products from the show
A *new* venture Jord and I are launching right now
The latest trends in the food industry
Some of our new plant-based finds and favorites from Expo
The hot brands you need to get your hands on if you love: veggies burgers, gluten-free bagels, gluten-free pizza crust, chips, SO many snacks, butter, yogurt, overnight oats and more.
We also touch on some new innovations from our ride-or-die brands

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Yumna of Feel Good Foodie On Running Her Food Brand, All Things Social Media + FOOD! Sep 13, 2021

#52: In this episode, I chat with one of my favorite recipe developers, Yumna, of Feel Good Foodie. Yumna creates such delicious and simple recipes for your family. And in this episode she shares how she got started, her tips on growing her brand and tips for new content creators on social media. And of course we chat all things food.

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Advice Segment On Having Kids, Is He The One, Navigating Relationships + Life Updates With Jord! Aug 30, 2021

#51: In this episode, we are hosting our first advice segment! And to be honest - this is one of of my favorite episodes yet. We chat through a few listener questions and give our unfiltered feedback and thoughts. Plus at the end Jord and I do a quick life update on his career change.

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"Investing For Dummies" - The Scoop On Investing In Brands + How To Get Started Aug 17, 2021

#50: In this episode, we give you guys the full run down on all things investing with our girl, Nicole Cogan (listen to this episode on all things influencer marketing with us too!).

Here's a sneak peak into what we chat about:

What does it mean when you say you’re investing in a brand?
Where do you even start?
What does it mean to be an angel investor?
How to make initial ask/approach to invest in brands?
How do you know if brands want investors?
How to know if they’re probably too big to need your money?
Is there a minimum amount that you must invest?
Do you personally know people at all the companies you invest in?
How much do you typically invest and how do you determine the amount you want to invest?
Do you always disclose who you have invested in while promoting those products?
How do you choose what brands to invest in? Does it specifically have to be in food industry? Is it gut instinct?
What kind of research do you do before investing in a company?
Is there a resource to go find out about up and coming brands looking for funding?
What does investing in a brand do for that brand?
Have/do you get a discounted rate for being an influencer?
Do you have an agreement on how much/often you promote the product?
What is the difference between a brand you will use loyally forever and one you want to invest in?
How did you learn about investing? Favorite tools?

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TikTok's Recipe Queen "Justine Snacks" on Pursuing Her Side Hustle FT, Bulimia + Binge Eating + All Things Trader Joe's Aug 02, 2021

#49: In this episode, I am chatting with one of my favorite recipe creators, Justine E., of @justine_snacks. Justine is the talented recipe creator and TikTok recipe star that recently transitioned from her full-time job to pursing her own brand. We dive into a ton of topics including how she was pushed out of her job and given an ultimatum between her blog or her job, why she started her TikTok account and quickly thereafter her Instagram and blog. We also touch on her history with food and Justine openly shares her struggles with bulimia, binge eating and how she has been able to evolve her relationship with food after 10 years of disordered eating. And we dive into all of the things she loves from Trader Joe's because if you know Justine, you know she is a Trader Joe's groupie like myself.

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My Own Journey with Food, Body Image + Disordered Eating Jul 19, 2021

#48: In this episode I share more on my own personal journey with food. Starting from my teenage years until now.

Some of what we dive into in this episode..

My food story:

Have you ever struggled with an eating disorder?
Biggest turning point in your relationship with food and you arrived there?
Did you ever struggle with binge eating?
What were some disordered thoughts/rules that you cant believe went through your mind?
What was the last straw before your realized there's more than dieting and restricting?
How was jordan as a partner during this time?
Did pregnancy effect your relationship with food and body image?

My advice around food:

When did you know you were “recovered”?
How to reveal your ED secret? What do you say?
How did you get past food fear/trauma?
How to overcome restrictive eating?
Did you count calories before and how did you break away from it?
How do you get over counting calories?
How did you come to terms with eating enough to fuel your body and not comparing it to others?
How did you overcome fear of gaining weight?
Did you experience any weight gain when you were working towards healing your relationship with food?
Ways to shut down diet talk by your friends? Especially in college
Any advice you have for girls in their 20s just to live life and love all it has to offer?

Food + I today:

How is your current relationship with food? Is there more to change?
Does food ever make you anxious?
Do you have guilt/embarrassment about foods?
How do you stay so thin?
Do you feel like you ‘go lucky’ with your thin body and ability to still eat lots of yummy sweet?
Do you fight feelings of food guilt?
How many desserts do you eat daily realistically?
How has your relationship with food changed since having children?
Do you ever have disordered eating thoughts resurface?

Thank you to my favorite haircare brand, Prose, for sponsoring this episode. Prose creates custom products for every single customer based off an in depth consultation you take on their site - seriously it was so in depth and helpful! They make all clean and responsibility made products that are free of parabens, sulfates, GMOs and anything cruel and gross. I use their pre shampoo mask, shampoo and conditioner religiously. Every Prose bottle is made-to-order for you and you can get 15% off your first order today!! Prose.com/RACHL

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Catch Up with Olivia Noceda on Moving to NYC, Food Freedom + Following Your Own Path Jun 28, 2021

#47: In this episode, I am catching up with one of my favorites, Olivia Noceda. Otherwise known as @olivianoceda on the internet. Olivia fills us in on her crazy a$$ move to NYC from LA, digesting the last year with COVID and all the insanity that went down. And the coolest story of how Olivia and I first connect through Instagram (banana bread is obviously involved). We also chat about finding food freedom and ditching diet culture and doing our own thing. If there is one thing to take away from this episode (there are tons but...) it should be the importance of following your own path and to stop comparing ourselves to others. Olivia is the queen of this and I cannot wait for you guys to listen.

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Everything You Want To Know About Influencer Marketing + The Scoop On Working with Brands with Nicole Cogan AKA NoBread Jun 21, 2021

#46: This episode is seriously one of my favorites yet. We get INTO IT on the topic of influencer marketing and what it is really like working with brands. Nicole Cogan AKA NoBread and I sit down and dish the dirt. We openly discuss brand partnerships, growing our own brands and scaling our businesses, how influencer marketing really took off, forming our own career paths and we are able monetize our business.. you know all the behind-the-scenes things that you likely don't see or hear about from most "Influencers". This is an episode you do not want to skip if you ever wondered what Influencer marketing is like from our perspective. This is truly an open and honest conversation and will hopefully also help anyone navigate running their brands or growing an Instagram account.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

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Sweats & The City Founders On Working With Your BFF, Their Side Hustle Turned Job, Body Image, Skincare + More! Jun 14, 2021

#45: In this episode, I am chatting with two beautiful souls that I met thanks to Instagram - Elizabeth Endres and Dale Borchiver from the very well known brand, Sweats and The City (SATC). Dale and Elizabeth are the fitness gurus who share the in's and out's of all things boutique fitness and SO much more like skincare, body image, brand building and their infamous snack times they host each week. They fill us in on the origin on SATC, leaving their full-time gigs for their side hustle turned mega brand, what it's like running a business with your best friend, how COVID impacted them personally and so much more.

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Welcome Back and Juicy Q+A Chat With Jordan! Jun 07, 2021

#44: In this episode we are joined by my baby daddy, husband and best friend, Jordan, aka mcjordO and we get juicy guys. We sit down (so glamorously) on our bedroom floor to answer your questions and share the scoop on *so* many things like how we met, where the f we will be in 10 years, what we were like in college, how having kids has impacted our marriage, couples therapy and SO much more!

Thank you to my favorite haircare brand, Prose, for sponsoring this episode. Prose creates custom products for every single customer based off an in depth consultation you take on their site - seriously it was so in depth and helpful! They make all clean and responsibility made products that are free of parabens, sulfates, GMOs and anything cruel and gross. I use their pre shampoo mask, shampoo and conditioner religiously. Every Prose bottle is made-to-order for you and you can get 15% off your first order today!! Prose.com/RACHL

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Founders of Serenity Kids on Disrupting the Baby Food Industry + Feeding our Families Feb 01, 2021

#43: In this episode, I am joined by my partner in crime and right hand in everything - Jordan - aka my husband as we chat with the Founders of Serenity Kids, Joe and Serenity Carr. Our family are *huge* fans of Serenity Kids and everything they are doing. So much so that we invested in the company last year. Joe and Serenity are completing revolutionizing the baby food industry one grass-fed meat and organic veggie pouch at a time. They are the creators of Ezra's favorite pouch (and the only one he has eaten) and in this episode they spill it all out for us. Why they created the brand, where they are headed, the importance of feeding our littles wholesome sources of food from a young age and a ton more. Plus you'll hear the struggles and challenges that come with starting a brand and what it is like to work with your significant other.

For more from Joe + Serenity, head on over to SerenityKids.com and stock up for your kids, nieces, nephews, friends, everyone! And use the code RACHL for 15% off your order.

Thank you Birch Living for sponsoring this episode! Snag $200 offs ALL their organic and non-toxic mattresses + 2 FREE eco-rest pillows at birchliving.com/RACHL

Thank you to my favorite haircare brand, Prose, for sponsoring this episode. Prose creates custom products for every single customer based off an in depth consultation you take on their site - seriously it was so in depth and helpful! They make all clean and responsibility made products that are free of parabens, sulfates, GMOs and anything cruel and gross. I use their pre shampoo mask, shampoo and conditioner religiously. Every Prose bottle is made-to-order for you and you can get 15% off your first order today!! Prose.com/RACHL

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Valeria Lipovetsky - The Social Media Queen Shares The Scoop On Everything - Creating Engaging Content, Motherhood, Body Image + Marriage Jan 24, 2021

#42: In this episode, we are chatting with Valeria Lipovetsky. The social media queen who started her brand over on YouTube just a few years ago. Valeria is such an inspiring entrepreneur, mom and her energy is contagious when you listen to her. We chat everything from why she started her brand and how it has evolved since day one, her story on creating a business after having children, falling in love with her husband and how he now works with her today and her relationship with body image and her approaching to motherhood and parenting and the lack of "balance" that comes with. For more from Valeria head on over to @valerialipovetsky. Don't forget to tag us when you are listening to the episode!

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My 5 Year "Fired Anniversary" Chat With Jordan Plus A Q+A! Dec 06, 2020

#40: In this episode, I am in the "hot seat" again this year. My husband and best friend, Jordan, and I chat about the last year and reflect a bit over the last 5 years since I was fired from my job. We dive into the crazy transition, building my brand and answer SO many of your questions about running my own business and more on the behind-the-scenes.

Definitely listen to last year's 4 year "Fired Anniversary" episode too as it gives a lot more background and the story on getting fired.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Cameron Rogers - AKA Freckled Foodie On Starting Her Brand, Letting Go Of Food Anxieties, + Getting Pregnant Naturally! Nov 29, 2020

#39: In today's episode I am chatting with one of my close friends, Cameron Rogers, the content creator and podcast host behind Freckled Foodie. Cameron and I quickly became friends after meeting at a few events in NYC. Cammie is one of those people who I can thank Instagram for bringing into my life. She is unapologetically herself in the best way and shows us so many aspects of her life in an unfiltered ways. Cameron started her brand a few years ago while she was working full-time at in finance and after a life altering event, decided to pursue her own brand full time to pursue her passions. Cam shares the scoop on starting her brand, letting go of food fears and anxieties, body image and her and husband's journey to conceive her first child after being they needed to do IVF. And at the end Cameron shares the sex of her baby! For more from the Freckled Foodie herself, head on over to @freckledfoodie and her podcast!

Huge thank you to one of my favorite snacks - Siren Snacks - for sponsoring today's blog post. Siren Snacks makes all non-GMO, vegan, soy-free, grain-free and gluten-free snacks. They are in bite form and one bag is a serving size (the dream). They have the most delicious flavors like dark chocolate brownie, lemon poppyseed, birthday cake, cookie dough and snickerdoodle. I remember the first day I tried them I literally ate 5 bags because I was so excited about every flavor they have. They also now offer a line of organic energy bites with flavors like mocha chip and matcha latte and their relaxation ones with hemp-derived CBD are a game changer. Use this link and the code RACHL to get 15% off of Siren Snacks.

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Hu Kitchen Co-Founders Jordan Brown + Jessica Karp On Creating Hu's (Deliciously Addicting) Products, Growing Their Brand + What Is To Come! Nov 15, 2020

#38: In today's episode, I am chatting with two of the founders of one of our favorite brands - Hu! You likely know Hu because of their kickass dark chocolate bars, hunks, gems and crackers and they are exploding everywhere right now. And pre COVID you probably could have seen me in their restaurant in Union Square about 4x week.

I have been a groupie of Hu’s for years now. Way before my blog or Instagram and the founders have become dear friends of mine and in this episode you will hear the full lowdown on how they got started, their approach to food and why Hu products stand out so much compared to anyone in the market when it comes to ingredients, taste and everything. We also dive into why the restaurant closed, what is to come for Hu and you get to listen first hand to the brother and sister duo, Jordan and Jessica, who started the brand along with Jessica’s husband Jason. I love Hu so damn much we are even invested in the brand. They are changing the industry in the best way ever and it is a dream to be a part of the magic.

If you haven’t tried Hu’s products yet - 1000000% place your order with them today and use the code RACHL for free shipping on their site. You can’t go wrong with literally anything from them. But a few of my favorites are the cashew butter and vanilla bean, almond butter and puffed quinoa, crunchy mint, gems (those are the little chocolates I bake with!), every cracker flavor and the hunks are beyond addicting.

Thank you MegaFood for sponsoring today's episode. I personally have been buying MegaFood’s products for over 6 years now and am obsessed with the brand. All of MegaFood’s products are non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan or vegetarian and SOY-FREE (something that is really rare in vitamins and supplements believe it or not). Use the code RACHL for 15% off your first order.

Thank you to my favorite haircare brand, Prose, for sponsoring this episode. Prose creates custom products for every single customer based off an in depth consultation you take on their site - seriously it was so in depth and helpful! They make all clean and responsibility made products that are free of parabens, sulfates, GMOs and anything cruel and gross. I use their pre shampoo mask, shampoo and conditioner religiously. Every Prose bottle is made-to-order for you and you can get 15% off your first order today!! Prose.com/RACHL

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Erika Welsh + Keeley Tillotson - Co-founders Of Wild Friends On Starting Their Brand, Working With Your Best Friend + All The Things On Making The BEST Nut Butters Ever! Nov 01, 2020

#37: In today's episode, I am chatting with two of my favorite humans! The Co-founders of Wild Friends Foods, Erika Welsh + Keeley Tillotson. I have known these two amazing ladies now for years and they are truly the kindest most bad ass nut butter makers out there. They not only make the best creamy drizz-able peanut butter in the world but they use the most simple ingredients to do so in all of their products. In this episode, Erika and Keeley fill us in on how they started their brand, what it is like working with your best friend, going on Shark Tank, stopping school to grow their company and ALL the things on nut butter and more. Don't forget to use the code RACHL for free shipping when you stock up on their nut butters!

Thank you MegaFood for sponsoring today's episode. I personally have been buying MegaFood’s products for over 6 years now and am obsessed with the brand. All of MegaFood’s products are non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan or vegetarian and SOY-FREE (something that is really rare in vitamins and supplements believe it or not). Use the code RACHL for 15% off your first order.

Thank you Spindrift for sponsoring this episode. You guys are the real sparkling beverage MVP. No natural flavors, just sparkling water and real fresh fruit. We are huge Spindrift drinkers here as you guys know. I link to them over on my shop page and you can snag them in many retailers throughout the country.

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Lily Nichols RDN - All Things Prenatal Nutrition, Weight Gain + Managing Your Diet Throughout Pregnancy Oct 19, 2020

#36: In today's episode, I am chatting with the go-to Registered Dietitian on all things Prenatal, Lily Nichols. Lily is a complete genius when it comes to taking care of our bodies before, during and after pregnancy. Lily shares all of the nutrients we need from the time we are trying to conceive through your entire pregnancy. We also chat about the most underrated food to eat while pregnant, weight gain during pregnancy and what exactly is the "norm", how to handle 1st trimester nausea and if we are actually "eating for 2". Lily talks about her tips for optimal digestion during pregnancy, debunks food myths on what pregnancy women aren't supposed to eat (runny eggs, caffeine, kombucha, etc.). We touch on gestational diabetes and how to test for that and of course what to look for in a prenatal vitamin.

For more from Lily, head on over to her Instagram, website for such extensive blog posts and order her books, Real Food for Pregnancy and Real Food for Gestational Diabetes.

Thank you MegaFood for sponsoring today's episode. I personally have been buying MegaFood’s products for over 6 years now and am obsessed with the brand. Right now I am personally really focusing on my immune health and loading up on as many products as I can to keep me, my baby and my family healthy.

MegaFood offers so many immune-supporitve vitamins and supplements and if tablets aren’t your thing, they even have gummies and powders. I have been eating the C Defense Gummies every single day now and I am obsessed. They not only have this tangy orange flavor but they're filled with vitamin C and farm-fresh oranges, cranberries, blueberries and ginger root AND they are vegan and non-GMO. I also just stocked up on the daily immune support tablet, which is great because you take it once a day and it has vitamin C, vitamin D3 and zinc. All of MegaFood’s products are non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan or vegetarian and SOY-FREE (something that is really rare in vitamins and supplements believe it or not. Use the code RACHL for 15% off your first order.

Huge thank you to one of my favorite snacks - Siren Snacks - for sponsoring today's blog post. Siren Snacks makes all non-GMO, vegan, soy-free, grain-free and gluten-free snacks. They are in bite form and one bag is a serving size (the dream). They have the most delicious flavors like dark chocolate brownie, lemon poppyseed, birthday cake, cookie dough and snickerdoodle. I remember the first day I tried them I literally ate 5 bags because I was so excited about every flavor they have. They also now offer a line of organic energy bites with flavors like mocha chip and matcha latte and their relaxation ones with hemp-derived CBD are a game changer. Use this link and the code RACHL to get 15% off of Siren Snacks.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Dr. Eric Forman - Fertility 101 + What To Know About Fertility Treatment Oct 05, 2020

#35: In today’s episode, we are chatting with our fertility doctor, Eric Forman. Dr. Forman is the medical laboratory director at Columbia University Fertility Center and he oversees the IVF laboratory there. He helped us get pregnant with both Ezra and his baby brother and we love love everyone at the Columbia University Fertility Center. Dr. Forman fills us in on everything we need to know about fertility treatment and the dozens of techniques they have to help couples conceive.

A bit on what we touch on:

When it is “the time” to go and see a fertility specialist?
What are the most common reasons for infertility?
What to expect when you go to a fertility doctor
What tests are done to check on female and male fertility?
What the difference between IUI and IVF is?
If birth control actually impacts your fertility overtime
When to see a doctor if your period doesn’t return post birth control
If your diet and lifestyle will impact fertility
Premature Ovarian Insufficiency and how to handle
PCOS and what this means for fertility
If you can conceive naturally for another child after doing IVF or IUI
Male infertility and how that is handled
Who makes a good candidate for egg freezing?

For more on our fertility journey head on over to this podcast episode. And this blog post on our journey with Ezra and this blog post on getting pregnant round 2!

Thank you Garden of Life for sponsoring this episode and moderating the panel. I am so grateful to partner with such a supportive and amazing brand. Garden of Life makes all organic and non-GMO vitamins, supplements, protein powders, CBD and more. You may recognize their coconut oils and flaxseeds from my blog recipes and book recipes. But I also use their vitamins and probiotics daily. I link to all of my favorites over on my shop page, which is the best place to order from to support this podcast.

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Lisa Hayim RD - Overcoming Food Fears, Ditching The Scale + Disordered Eating Sep 28, 2020

#34: In this episode, I am chatting with one of most favorite people on the plant, Lisa Hayim. Lisa is an amazing Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist who is on a mission to help everyone fork the noise. Lisa is an expert at helping others overcome food fears and live their lives without that annoying voice in our heads saying "eat this" and "don't eat this". Lisa and I dive into our own personal journeys with disordered eating and how we approach our relationships with food today. Lisa also shares tips on how to handle people's comments about your body and how to not let other people impact how your relationship with food and yourself. We also dive into handling the holidays and why the beep it is so silly to not eat all day before a holiday meal or "big" dinner. We touch on getting rid of the scale and what the deal is with this high fiber diet and all the chatter around it.

For more from Lisa, head on over to @thewellnecessities and her website.

Thank you MegaFood for sponsoring today's episode. I personally have been buying MegaFood’s products for over 6 years now and am obsessed with the brand. Right now I am personally really focusing on my immune health and loading up on as many products as I can to keep me, my baby and my family healthy.

MegaFood offers so many immune-supporitve vitamins and supplements and if tablets aren’t your thing, they even have gummies and powders. I have been eating the C Defense Gummies every single day now and I am obsessed. They not only have this tangy orange flavor but they're filled with vitamin C and farm-fresh oranges, cranberries, blueberries and ginger root AND they are vegan and non-GMO. I also just stocked up on the daily immune support tablet, which is great because you take it once a day and it has vitamin C, vitamin D3 and zinc. All of MegaFood’s products are non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan or vegetarian and SOY-FREE (something that is really rare in vitamins and supplements believe it or not. Use the code RACHL for 15% off your first order.

Thank you JOJO's for sponsoring this episode! JOJO's makes delicious chocolate bars that come in 4 flavors: original, peanut butter delight (my favorite), goes hawaiian and raspberry dream. Their bars have less than 8G of sugar and the goes hawaiian and raspberry dream are keto with less than 1G of sugar! They also add in plant-based hemp protein to each bar to fuel your body and stasfiy your sweet tooth. Buy 2 PB Bags and get a FREE Bites bag of your choice with THIS LINK!

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Dr. Frank Lipman - Our Own Functional Medicine Doctor On Importance Of Vitamin D, Debunking Wellness Trends, Anti-Aging, Sleep, Gut Health + SO Much More! Sep 21, 2020

#33: In today's episode, we chat with our very own Functional MD, Dr. Frank Lipman. Dr. Lipman is one of the most intelligent wellness experts and he is here in this episode sharing some of his wisdom with us. We dive into into a handful of topics in just one episode. A few of the topics we touch on:

Why vitamin D is so important to take
Thoughts on COVID-19 + best practices
Tips on anti-aging + better sleep practices
Thoughts on CBD oil, celery juice + colonics
How to know if your gut is off balance
What do to if you are constipated
The healthiest foods + oils we should eat
Thoughts on a plant-based diet
If caffeine is safe and what forms are best
How to best manage stress and anxiety

And the best part? Dr Lipman is actually accepting new patients now that he is running his practice virtually. So listen for the end when he shares more on that.

Thank you Simple Mills for sponsoring today's episode! Simple Mills has been one of my favorite products for years now. They make the most delicious gluten-free and grain-free crackers, baking mixes, cookies and more. Their Crunchy Cookies are a staple in our pantry and have been for years. Especially those Chocolate Chip ones that literally tastes like Chips Ahoy. I share all of my favorite Simple Mills products here and you can snag them over in Whole Foods Market as well as many other retailers. A few recipes using their cookies: GF Lemon Cookie Bars, Cookie Stuffed Brownies + Pumpkin Peanut Butter Pie

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Belen Soloman - Founder of Belen On Creating A Fashion Brand, Supporting Small Businesses + Her Style Tips For Every Woman Sep 14, 2020

#32: In today's episode, I am catching up with a a dear friend of mine, Belen Soloman. Belen is the founder behind her own clothing brand - Belen. Belen truly makes some of the most comfortable clothing I have ever worn like her Cindy top and they are the type of pieces you want to wear daily. In this episode Belen shares her journey starting her own clothing brand, why it is so important to support small businesses, what makes her brand stand out and she shares her tips on what every woman should own in their closet. This episode is a bit different than my others in that it sounds like Belen and I are catching up on our weekly phone call and we recorded it. She is such a fun person to be around and I cannot wait for you guys to hear this episode and more on her family of squirrels she lives with (.. I am serious!).

Thank you Garden of Life for sponsoring this episode and moderating the panel. I am so grateful to partner with such a supportive and amazing brand. Garden of Life makes all organic and non-GMO vitamins, supplements, protein powders, CBD and more. You may recognize their coconut oils and flaxseeds from my blog recipes and book recipes. But I also use their vitamins and probiotics daily. I link to all of my favorites over on my shop page, which is the best place to order from to support this podcast.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Emily Groden - Founder Of Evergreen On Launching A CPG Brand In 2020 + Her Journey Running Her Business So Far Aug 31, 2020

#31: In today's episode, I am chatting with the founder of one of my favorite products and brands, Evergreen. Evergreen sells delicious and healthy toaster waffles that are made with simple ingredients and they are totally disrupting the freezer aisle. In the episode, the founder, Emily Groden, really highlights the beginning phases of starting your own CPG brand. She is in the infancy stage of starting her own company and she shares all of the trials and tribulations that have come with starting her brand so far. Emily also recently left her full-time job as a successful lawyer to pursue Evergreen full-time and she shares what it has been like launching a brand in a pandemic, what it was like getting in whole foods, funding her company, what the future has in store for Evergreen and more. I love that this episode is very different than my other episode with founders in that you get to hear a totally different part about starting your own business.

For more from Emily and Evergreen, head on over to their website and Instagram.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield + rachLmansfield.com.

Feeding Littles - Everything You Need To Know About Feeding Your Infant, Baby Led Weaning + All Things Feeding Your Family Aug 24, 2020

#30: In today's episode, we are chatting with Judy Delaware + Megan McNamee, the incredible founders of Finding Littles. Judy is an Occupational Therapist and Megan is a Registered Dietician and they are the go-to resource for all things "feeding littles". We dive into so many helpful topics that you guys are going to find so incredibly helpful:

What is baby led weaning?
When is the best time to start feeding your infant?
What foods are best to introduce first?
When do introduce the top allergens?
How what you eat while pregnant impacts your child
Thoughts on the dozens of pouch brands for kids
What their thoughts are on the baby aisle in the grocery store
Is it possible for a baby to overeat?
Why it is so important to supplement with vitamin D?
Tips for getting your kids to eat veggies and what is on their plate
When table manners start to matter
The importance of family dinner and eating together
What to do if your kid only eats a few different things

Use the code JUSTTHEGOODSTUFF for $10 off Feeding Little's courses (they are amazing) and don't forget to follow them over @feedinglittles.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield + rachLmansfield.com.

Thank you Skout Organic for sponsoring today's episode! One of Ezra's favorite snacks. Skout Organic makes plant-based kids snacks made with 4-7 ingredients that I personally feel good about giving to Ezra. All of their bars are gluten-free, grain-free, soy-free and egg and dairy-free and many of their parts are even nut-free like the apple pie (my personal fave), blueberry blast and raspberry rush. You can snag 20% off fo your first order AND free shipping over orders of $23.95 with my code RACHL.

Dr. Jolene Brighten - Post Birth Control Syndrome, Getting Your Period Back + All Things Female Hormones Aug 17, 2020

#29: In today's episode, I chat with the leading expert in post birth control syndrome, Dr. Jolene Brighten. Dr. Brighten shares her own personal journey with birth control pill and how she got her period back. We dive into all things post-birth control and how it impacts you both mentally and physically. Dr. Brighten also shares her perceptive on nutrition and if it is really worth cutting out gluten and dairy-free to have a "healthier" cycle and tips for high stress and how that impacts your period. We also chat about how to talk to your doctor about going off the pill. Besides all things birth control, Dr. Brighten shares what we should be doing before starting a family and trying to get pregnant, if it is worth freezing your eggs and all things 4th trimester after having a baby. For more from Dr. Jolene Brighten, head on over to her drbrighten.com for so many amazing tools and don't forget to pick up her book, Beyond the Pill.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield + rachLmansfield.com.

Thank you Sakara Life for sponsoring this episode.They make the best plant-based and ready-to-eat organic meals. They send 3 meals each day that are so creative and unique compared to the dishes I usually make at home. Sakara also sells so many other things besides their meals like supplements, teas (we love love the teas over here - even Jord), dark chocolate granola and their have a metabolism super powder that has been so helpful on those days I am feeling so blah and fatigued - especially during this crazy quarantined time at home. Right now Sakara is offering an insane discount for you guys! 20% off of your first order using my code RACHL20.

Katlin Smith - Founder + CEO of Simple Mills On Growing Her Gluten-free Brand + Behind-The-Scenes On Their Business Aug 10, 2020

#28: In today's episode, I chat with the Founder + CEO of Simple Mills, Katlin Smith. Katlin fills us on on the back story of one of the most popular gluten-free brands. We chat why she started her company, what is was like expanding her brand and product line over the last few years and really what makes Simple Mill's products stand out on shelves. Katlin and I dive into ingredient pet peeves, COVIDs impact on their business, the hardest part about her job and hints on what new products are coming out soon. Katlin also shares her go-to oil right now, which I cannot wait to try.

This episode is not sponsored by Simple Mills. I love and use their products every single day and they make the most delicious gluten and grain-free eats. A few of my favorites are: Farmhouse Cheddar Crackers (they taste like cheez-itz), Banana Bread Baking Mix, Pizza Dough Mix, and their Soft-baked Peanut Butter Cookies. You can also find me baking/cooking with their products over on my blog.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield + rachLmansfield.com.

Thank you Spindrift for sponsoring this episode. You guys are the real sparkling beverage MVP. No natural flavors, just sparkling water and real fresh fruit. We are huge Spindrift drinkers here as you guys know. I link to them over on my shop page and you can snag them in many retailers throughout the country.

Danielle Walker - Healing Her Autoimmune Symptoms With Food, Starting Her Food Blog + Her Fertility Journey Aug 03, 2020

#27: In today's episode, I chat with New York Times Best Selling Author of the Against All Grain cookbook series, Danielle Walker. Danielle shares her health journey with us and how she was diagnosed with Ulcerative Colitis at the age of 22 years old and how she has used food to help heal her. Danielle fills us on how she started her food blog and creating recipes, what a paleo lifestyle looks like for her, her must have items in the house for grain-free cooking and baking and how she cooks paleo-ish for her family. Danielle also speaks to her fertility journey and loss of their second child and what we can do to support other women and families during their journey. For more from Danielle, head on over to againstallgrain.com

Thank you Simple Mills for sponsoring today's episode! Simple Mills has been one of my favorite products for years now. They make the most delicious gluten-free and grain-free crackers, baking mixes, cookies and more. Their Almond Flour Crackers are a staple in our pantry and have been for years. Especially those Farmhouse Cheddar ones that taste like cheez-itzs (not kidding!). I share all of my favorite Simple Mills products here and you can snag them over in Whole Foods Market as well as many other retailers.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Monique Volz - Food Queen Behind Ambitious Kitchen On Growing Her Business, Her Journey With Food + Body Image And Transitioning Into Motherhood. Jul 27, 2020

#26: In today's episode, I am chatting with my dear friend and incredibly talented recipe developer, Monique Volz, behind Ambitious Kitchen. Monique is an inspiration to so many with her amazing recipes for truly any and all tastebuds. She has the most drool worthy and easy recipes to whip up. She is best known for her insanely delicious cinnamon rolls, endless muffin and cake recipes and tons of savory eats. Monique shares her journey starting her food blog and transitioning into running her business full time. We also dive into her past with an eating disorder and how she has grown and evolved her relationship with food and her body over the years. Monique also dives into how she has expanded her business over the last few years and where she gets recipe inspiration from, what it is like working with her husband, getting pregnant and transitioning to motherhood. This episode is packed with so much amazing information and I could have chatted with Monique for hours. For more from her, head on over to @ambitiouskitchen and ambitiouskitchen.com.

Thank you Garden of Life for sponsoring this episode and moderating the panel. I am so grateful to partner with such a supportive and amazing brand. Garden of Life makes all organic and non-GMO vitamins, supplements, protein powders, CBD and more. You may recognize their coconut oils and flaxseeds from my blog recipes and book recipes. But I also use their vitamins and probiotics daily. I link to all of my favorites over on my shop page, which is the best place to order from to support this podcast.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Jenné Claiborne - Vegan Food Chef + Blogger Behind Sweet Potato Soul On Living A Vegan Lifestyle Jul 20, 2020

#25: In this episode, I chat with the talented food blogger and cookbook author behind Sweet Potato Soul, Jenné Claiborne. Jenné is best known for her delicious vegan recipes and incredible skills in the kitchen. Jenné shares how and why she started her blog and her journey becoming a vegan food chef, how she got her first cookbook deal, when she officially transitioned into a full vegan lifestyle and how that truly changed her life. We also dive into getting pregnant with her daughter and now raising her daughter vegan too, and Jenné shares her go-to vegan meals anyone will love, tips on transitioning into a plant-based lifestyle and her pantry staples. This episode is packed with tons of amazing info and Jenné is the sweetest mama - I know you guys will love her as much as I loved getting to chat with her. For more from Jenné head on over to sweetpotatosoul.com

Huge thank you to one of my favorite snacks - Siren Snacks - for sponsoring today's blog post. Siren Snacks makes all non-GMO, vegan, soy-free, grain-free and gluten-free snacks. They are in bite form and one bag is a serving size (the dream). They have the most delicious flavors like dark chocolate brownie, lemon poppyseed, birthday cake, cookie dough and snickerdoodle. I remember the first day I tried them I literally ate 5 bags because I was so excited about every flavor they have. They also now offer a line of organic energy bites with flavors like mocha chip and matcha latte and their relaxation ones with hemp-derived CBD are a game changer. Use this link and the code RACHL to get 15% off of Siren Snacks.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Catherine McCord - Cookbook Author, Founder of Weelicious + One Potato On Her Journey Starting Her Brand, Feeding Her Family + All Things Smoothies Jul 13, 2020

#24: In this episode I sit down with the amazing Catherine McCord. Catherine is the Founder of the mega successful blog, Weelicious. She is also a 3x cookbook author and the Founder of the family organic meal delivery service, One Potato. Catherine shares her journey getting to where she is today. She started working at a young age of 15 and kicked off her career in modeling for brands like Calvin Klein, Victoria's Secret and that eventually all led her to enrolling in culinary school when she found her passion for all things food. Catherine is a mom of 3 and she shares her tips when it comes to feeding her family, how smoothies have had the best impact on her family's health and what is in store for her brands next. Catherine also fills us on on the book writing process and what it was like writing 3 popular cookbooks all while being a mama. For more from Catherine, head on over to: Weelicious.com and @Weelicious.

Thank you to CHOMPS for sponsoring this podcast episode. You guys know our family has a crazy CHOMPS obsession. They make grass-fed and grass-finished meat sticks. The sea salt is my personal favorite and my mom loves the turkey ones! Their products are friendly for Whole30, Paleo, AIP and they have no added sugars. For a discount on your CHOMPS order, use the code RACHL for 15% off.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Bill Creelman - The Founder + CEO of Spindrift On Becoming A Leader In The Sparkling Beverage Industry Jul 06, 2020

#23: In this episode I sit down with the Founder and CEO of our favorite sparkling water company, Spindrift. Spindrift has been my absolute favorite drink for years now. I have been a devoted customer and supporter of the brand for forever and to bring Bill Creelman, the Founder on truly is surreal to me. Bill shares everything you guys are curious about with his amazing beverage portfolio. This episode has a soft spot for me as I used to be the assistant to a CEO/Founder of a beverage company in my past life (see episode #4). Bill chats about his journey to starting Spindrift, entrepreneurship, how challenging it can be to create such a simple product, what the original Spindrift was and why they don't use natural flavors in their products. We also chat more about the product development process and where the inspiration for new flavors comes from, their unconventional road to success in retailers and trying to balance working and having a family.

Thank you Garden of Life for sponsoring this episode and moderating the panel. I am so grateful to partner with such a supportive and amazing brand. Garden of Life makes all organic and non-GMO vitamins, supplements, protein powders, CBD and more. You may recognize their coconut oils and flaxseeds from my blog recipes and book recipes. But I also use their vitamins and probiotics daily. I link to all of my favorites over on my shop page, which is the best place to order from to support this podcast.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Ayana Lage - Racism, Social Media’s Reaction To The Anti-Racism Movement, + Personal Stories On Experiencing Racism, Marriage + Miscarriage Jun 29, 2020

#22: In this episode, I chat with blogger and social media consultant, Ayana Lage, about social justice, anti-racism, social media’s reaction to anti-racism, Ayana’s own experience being black and in an interracial marriage and fertility. We talk about Ayana’s thoughts on #BlackLivesMatter and #BlackOutTuesday and whether or not those were effective. She shares things we can do daily to support anti-racism that goes beyond donating and sharing social media posts. We also chat about her thoughts on anti-racism being “trendy” now or if it is genuine. We dive into how to have more diversity on your social feed and within the products you use and so much more. We also transition into chatting about her pregnancy and her previous miscarriage. For more from Ayana, head on over to ayanalage.com and @ayanagabriellelage.

Thank you JOJO's for sponsoring this post! JOJO's makes delicious chocolate bars that come in 4 flavors: original, peanut butter delight (my favorite), goes hawaiian and raspberry dream. Their bars have less than 8G of sugar and the goes hawaiian and raspberry dream are keto with less than 1G of sugar! They also add in plant-based hemp protein to each bar to fuel your body and stasfiy your sweet tooth. Code RACHL for 20% off orders.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Q+A With Alisa Vitti On All Things Birth Control Pill, Supplements, Female Hormones + More In Part Two Jun 22, 2020

#21: In this episode, we continue our chat from last week with Alisa Vitti. If you haven't listened to Part One with Alisa, I highly recommend listening to that before this episode. Alisa walks us through cycle syncing 101, teaches us how to optimize our hormones and really all parts of our lives during each phase of the month. In this episode we have more of a Q+A format from the questions you guys sent in on Instagram. Don't forget to order both of Alisa's books: In the flo + Woman Code. They are like bibles to me.

What we chat about:

What supplements can you use to regulate a cycle? This the only maca brand Alisa recommends.
How you can increase estrogen and progesterone naturally? Linking to the Vitex here.
What are your thoughts on taking syndicated hormones such as progesterone to bring on a period?
What are the best methods of contraception + what are your thoughts on IUDs?
How to transition off the pill safely and how to talk to her doctor. Flo living guide
What are your tips for postpartum and how to prepare? Books Alisa recommends: Fourth trimester book and 90 days book
What does spotting between periods mean?
What do the different colors of our period means?
What are your tips for migraines during your menstrual cycle?
How can you cure chronic yeast infections?
Does seed cycling really work?
What are your tips for follicle growth and what supplement you and your partner should be taking. This is the Coq10 I take

Thank you JOJO's for sponsoring this post! JOJO's makes delicious chocolate bars that come in 4 flavors: original, peanut butter delight (my favorite), goes hawaiian and raspberry dream. Their bars have less than 8G of sugar and the goes hawaiian and raspberry dream are keto with less than 1G of sugar! They also add in plant-based hemp protein to each bar to fuel your body and stasfiy your sweet tooth. Code RACHL for 20% off orders.

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

Alisa Vitti - Hormone Guru On Cycle Syncing, Biohacking The Female Body + Living In The Flo Part One Jun 15, 2020

#20: In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the female hormone expert and author of best-selling books, Woman Code and most recently In the Flo, Alisa Vitti. Alisa has helped women everyone better tune into their bodies and she teaches us how to feel our best. I first read Alisa's book, Woman Code, 4 years ago and since then it has truly changed my life. She breaks it all down for us in this episode on how we can feel our best during each phase of our cycle. Think of this conversation as "Cycle Syncing 101". We chat about what to eat, how to exercise, how to have a better sex life and how we feel during each part of our cycle. Alisa also touches on women and intermittent fasting and her opinion on this. We dive into why women need more sleep than men, what lube to use and tips when your are trying to conceive.

This episode is very informative and I highly suggest writing down some notes during it. I was jotting down so many things when we were chatting. Alisa is truly such an expert on all things female hormones and I am so grateful have had her on the podcast. Stay tuned for next week for part two!

For more from me, I'm over @rachLmansfield + rachLmansfield.com.

Thank you Spindrift for sponsoring this episode. You guys are the real sparkling beverage MVP. No natural flavors, just sparkling water and real fresh fruit. We are huge Spindrift drinkers here as you guys know. I link to them over on my shop page and you can snag them in many retailers throughout the country.

Just The Good Stuff Virtual Book Tour Panel With Melissa Wood, Alex Snodgrass + Monique Volz Jun 08, 2020

#19: This episode of Just the Good Stuff is incredibly special to me. I had the honor of chatting with 3 inspirational women who I have the pleasure of calling good friends of mine. These conversations were originally going to be at live events throughout the country but during this sensitive time, we will be doing more virtual events like this. During each chat with our panelists, we also have some Q+A with the audience. I wasn't planning to share the event or record this for my podcast, but I am so happy we did so it can be shared with anyone and everyone. This conversation is truly so special and I cannot wait for you guys to hear!

First I chat with Melissa Wood, the creator of the mega successful app and workouts Melissa Wood Health. Melissa and I chatted for a bit in episode 13 on how she got started and in this conversation we touch on the current pandemic and its impact on everyone, the art of "saying no", what we have learned from being home, the run down on Melissa's skincare tips and favorite products like this brand and this brand, gua-sha, how we can stay positive, mediation and more.

Next we chat with Alex Snodgrass, the best-selling author of The Defined Dish, who you guys heard from in episode 15. In this episode we dive into how cookbooks have changed our businesses, how we eat and our philosophies on food, whole 30, tips for feeding young kids and families, what inspires us in the kitchen, staying motivated to cook and finding your niche in the wellness space.

We then talk with Monique Volz, the recipe developer and founder of Ambitious Kitchen and Ambitious Home. Monique recently also became a mama, which we chat more about in the episode. We touch on what balance means to us, what adjustments we have made since having babies, being okay with eating for comfort, what ingredients are most underrated in the kitchen, our Trader Joe's favorites, our favorite kitchen hacks, favorite recipes and more.

Thank you Garden of Life for sponsoring this episode and moderating the panel. I am so grateful to partner with such a supportive and amazing brand. Garden of Life makes all organic and non-GMO vitamins, supplements, protein powders, CBD and more. You may recognize their coconut oils and flaxseeds from my blog recipes and book recipes. But I also use their vitamins and probiotics daily. I link to all of my favorites over on my shop page, which is the best place to order from to support this podcast.

For more from me, I am over @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com

**This episode is different audio quality and it was recorded virtually as opposed to in person.

Solo Episode: Q+A On All Things Motherhood With Rachel May 27, 2020

#18: In this episode, we dive deep into all things motherhood, nursing, newborns, feeding Ezra and handful of other topics and questions you guys submitted via Instagram. This is my very first solo episode and I absolutely loved answering all of your questions and hearing what you guys are curious about. This episode is packed with a ton of info on things I haven't chatted about much before and I hope all my mama and papa friends out there find this helpful, not preachy and resourceful in anyway. I also list a handful of my favorites for Ezra over on my shop page, which I am constantly updating with more goods.

A peak at the questions and what we chat about:

Newborn:

What are your newborn must haves? Here is a full blog post on this.
What was the hardest thing about bringing a newborn home?
When did you know you had PPD? How did you feel better?

Nursing:

Did you always know you wanted to breastfeed? What are your tips? Here is a full blog post on my nursing tips for increasing supply
Has Ezra ever had formula?
What milk did Ezra have?
Does he still have milk and bottles?

Random questions:

How do you keep your home so neat and tidy? Here are some of my favorite baskets we have!
What are your tips for anyone working from home with a baby?
How much does Ezra sleep? Did you do sleep training? Here is a full blog post on sleep training.
Did you know you always wanted to be a mom?
What is Ezra’s daily routine?
Does Ezra watch TV? What are thoughts on screen time?
How is Jordan and Ezra’s relationship? Tips for a special bond with father and son?
What is your favorite part of being a mom?

FOOD:

How did you transition into solids? Here is a full blog post on feeding Ezra.
How did you get Ezra to eat his own food?
What does Ezra eat in a day? Here is an example on what Ezra ate in a day at 8 months.
What are your thoughts on pouches for babies? Here are the pouches we have used - code RACHL

Jordan Younger - My Best Friend, The Creator And Writer Of The Balanced Blonde On Her Healing Journey With Lyme May 18, 2020

#17: In this episode, I sit down with one of my very best friends, Jordan Younger of @thebalancedblonde. Jordan and I have known each other for years now (before I even started my own blog!) and she is truly the kindest and most loving beautiful soul. We catch up on my trip to LA in March and chat about how and when we became friends, how she inspired me to start my own blog and instagram, her journey to getting diagnosed with lyme, how she is healing her lyme + we dive into her SOS-free and plant-based lifestyle. Jordan is one of the most special people in my life and a friendship I cherish so so much. You’ll hear in this episode how informal it is and how we are truly the most open and vulnerable with each other. For more from Jordan, head on over to @thebalancedblonde, check out her blog and subscribe to her podcast!

Thank you If You Care for sponsoring this episode! Their products are a staple in our home. I run through my favorites over on my amazon page and love using their baking sheets, parchment bags, roasting bags, muffin liners and their gloves are the best for cleaning (they save my manicures with dishes!).

For more from me, head on over to @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com. My cookbook, Just the Good Stuff is also officially in stores.

Colleen Wachob - Co-CEO + Co-Founder of MindBodyGreen On Creating One Of The Top Wellness Sites, Journey With Infertility + Launching Their New Supplement Line May 11, 2020

#16: In this episode, I sit down and chat with Colleen Wachob. Colleen is the Co-CEO + Co-Founder of one of the most popular wellness sites and podcasts, MindBodyGreen. Colleen and her husband, Jason, started the brand at the several years ago and it has continued to boom since then. Colleen shares how it all it started, where they get their latest scoop and learn about trends in the wellness space. We chat about what it is like running an industry leading brand with your husband. We also dive into Colleen + Jason's journey getting pregnant with their daughters and the unexpected twists and turns. Colleen shares some of her favorite wellness trends, including MindBodyGreen's new supplement line, and we also discuss her sleep struggles and where MindBodyGreen is going from here. For more from Colleen, head on over to @colleenwachob and mindbodygreen.com

Head on over to this site for more on MBG's supplement's that I have been using and loving. The magnesium + hemp multi+ are amazing. And the NR+.

For more from me, head on over to my blog or @rachLmansfield and if you are craving some gluten-free pop tarts and insanely good gluten-free chocolate chip cookies, order my cookbook!

Alex Snodgrass - Cookbook Author + Creator Of The Defined Dish On Starting Her "Whole30-ish" Food Blog, Writing Her First Cookbook + Behind-The-Scenes On Her Business Apr 27, 2020

#15: In this episode, I chat with my friend, Alex Snodgrass, the cookbook author and creator of The Defined Dish. Alex and I started chatting on Instagram a few months ago and instantly became friends and "colleagues" of sorts in the food blogging space. She is one of the most kind and down-to-earth women and I am so excited for you guys to hear more about her story. We dive into the back story of starting her "Whole30-ish" food blog and what inspired her to begin making recipes and share them with us. Alex creates the most delicious weeknight type recipes that recently turned into a cookbook that is also called, The Defined Dish. She shares more on the cookbook process in this episode and also what it was like traveling on her tour throughout the country. We dive into what it is like staying present in real life while also being with our families and also where she sees her business going next. For more from Alex, follow @thedefineddish and head on over to thedefineddish.com for more recipes + order her cookbook here.

Thank you If You Care for sponsoring this episode! Their products are a staple in our home. I run through my favorites over on my amazon page and love using their baking sheets, parchment bags, roasting bags, muffin liners and their gloves are the best for cleaning (they save my manicures with dishes!).

For more from me, head on over to @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com. My cookbook, Just the Good Stuff is also officially in stores.

Sarah Larson Levey - Founder + CEO Of Y7 On Building And Expanding Her Unique Yoga Empire + Getting Pregnant After 2 Miscarriages Apr 13, 2020

#14: In this episodes, I sit down with my friend, Sarah Larson Levey, the Founder + CEO of the badass yoga studio, Y7. We chat about about how and why Sarah started Y7 and what motivated her to start her yoga practice. We touch on working a full-time job while also rapidly growing Y7 at the same time and when she transition to Y7 fully. Sarah and I dive into the backend of the business and her unexpected entrepreneurial path, her different approach to funding for Y7 and briefly working with her husband during a time of rapid growth. We then transition into Sarah and her husband's fertility journey and getting pregnant after 2 devastating miscarriages. Sarah shares how this impacted her relationship with her partner and what her pregnancy journey has been like over the past few months (she is almost 8 months pregnant now!). For more from Sarah, follow @sarah_ayako and for more on Y7, follow @Y7 Studio.

Thank you Simple Mills for sponsoring this episode! They sell hands down the most delicious gluten-free and grain-free products and their almond flour baking mixes are the best. I share all of my favorites over here on my shop page.

For more from me, head on over to @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com. My cookbook, Just the Good Stuff is also officially in stores.

Melissa Wood Health - Mindful Fitness Guru On Starting Her Brand, Her Journey To Finding Peace Within Her Body, Becoming A Mother + How She Got To Where She Is Today. Mar 23, 2020

#13: In this episode, I hang out with my dear friend and one of my most favorite humans, Melissa Wood. Melissa is the creator of the fitness phenomenon, Melissa Wood Health, the ever so popular and kick ass fitness app on your phone. Melissa shares a mindful approach to working out and meditating with hundreds of thousands of women everywhere every single day. In our conversation, we chat all about how she got to where to she is today and her journey to finding peace within her body, eating a plant based diet, her disordered relationship with food years ago and falling in love with her husband, Noah. We also chat about the transition into motherhood and her journey being pregnant and while nursing. Melissa is one of those people you just want to be around all day every day. Her energy is just as beautiful as she is and I cannot wait for you to hear this episode! For more from Melissa follow @melissawoodhealth and head to melissawoodhealth.com and download her app on your phone!

Thank you Kaari Foods for sponsoring this episode. These paleo and plant-based dressings are an absolute staple here in my kitchen (oh and they are bubba approved). You can use them as salad dressings, marinades, anything! And there are zero preservatives in them - no gums no nada. Use the code RACHL for 20% off your orders!

For more from me, head on over to @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com. My cookbook, Just the Good Stuff is also officially in stores.

Kelly LeVeque - Nutritionist And Celebrity Health Coach On Growing Her Brand, Nutrition Basics For Everyone, Miscarriage, Pregnancy + More Mar 09, 2020

#12: In this episode, I chat with Kelly LeVeque, the best-selling author of Body Love and more recently Body Love Everyday. Kelly is an amazing holistic nutritionist and celebrity health coach where she has positively impacted so many with her well-known Fab4 smoothies and helping us understand food and fueling our bodies without depriving it. Kelly walks us through the basics of nutrition, debunking health trends, building her business and how she grew her brand to where it is today. She fills us in on how she landed her first book deal and getting her first “celebrity” client. Spoiler alert: Kelly really knows what it is like to hustle and her story is so inspiring to listen to. Kelly also shares her journey conceiving, pregnancy cravings, her son’s birth story and the unexpected twists and turns motherhood has had her on so far (I was shaking this entire story!). We touch on our nursing journeys and what it has been like to “wean” our bubbas so far. This conversation is truly one of my favorites so far. Kelly, thank you for sharing all of your wisdom and your story with us! For more from Kelly, head on over to her website and @bewellbykelly.

Thank you Primally Pure for sponsoring this episode (code RACHL for 10% off your order). A few favorites from their organic + non-toxic skincare brand: mask trio (the plumping one is so good!!), charcoal deodorant, oils and their cocoa lip balm. Everything they make is truly amazing. This is a brand I have been using now for over 4 years!

For more from me, head on over to @rachLmansfield and rachLmansfield.com. My cookbook, Just the Good Stuff is also officially in stores and the tour is ON!

Rachel + Liz Moody - The Ins + Outs On Writing a Cookbook, All The Behind-The-Scenes On Just The Good Stuff + More On My Business Feb 26, 2020

#11: In this episode, my dear friend, Liz Moody sat down to interview me on the cookbook writing process. We chat about everything that had to do with creating my first cookbook, Just the Good Stuff, which is officially out in the universe! I share the steps to landing a book deal starting with finding an agent, writing the proposal, finding a publisher that worked for my dream book, and then we dive into the actual recipe creation process. We also talk about how I didn't have a book title until just before pre-order, what I really wanted to have on the cover (spoiler alert: it isn't what I originally envisioned), and all the details on the photoshoot for my cookbook. The evolution of my business and where I see it going in the future and expanding my team. Liz has an exciting prediction on where my business will go as well. We also dive into a bit more on why I cook with the ingredients I do, my overall perceptive on food and eating in general.

Just the Good Stuff has officially LAUNCHED. I will be headed out on my cookbook tour starting in NYC then LA, Austin, West Palm Beach, Nashville and Chicago. Follow along over on @rachLmansfield and visit my blog for the latest cookbook scoop. The entire book is gluten-free and there are tons of dairy-free, paleo, plant-based and nut-free recipes.

Thank you so much to the lovely Liz Moody for taking the time to interview me for JTGS. Please follow Liz over @lizmoody, subscribe to her podcast and order her two amazing cookbooks!

Liz Moody - Becoming A Successful Journalist And Cookbook Author, Managing Anxiety, What It Is Like Being In The Thick Of The Wellness Industry And Transitioning To Working For Herself Feb 17, 2020

#10: In this episode, I sit down with the 2x healthy cookbook author, magazine editor, wellness blogger and podcast host, Liz Moody. This is truly one of my favorite conversations yet to share with you. Liz is not only a good friend to me but she has so many amazing stories we can all resonate and learn from. Liz shares how she became a successful writer, how she landed her very first book deal (spoiler alert it didn’t happen the first few times), her ongoing journey with anxiety, how she handles being in the thick of every wellness trend and juggling so many perspectives. We also dive into our thoughts on Instagram and “oversharing” and having a career within social media, marriage, starting a family and so much more. This interview will have you feeling like a fly on the wall when we are out for lunch. Follow @lizmoody and head on over to www.lizmoody.com and subscribe to Healthier Together for more from Liz.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff and come hang out with my on the book tour in NYC, LA, Austin, Palm Beach, Nashville and Chicago!

This episode is sponsored by one of my absolute favorite brands, Garden of Life. Their organic and non-GMO products are a staple in our home. I use everything from their vitamins to probiotics, coconut oil and more. Their Oil of Oregano and Elderberry Syrup and Gummy's are a must-have for when you are feeling under the weather. Mix the oregano oil with some water and chug! It'll help to kill any bacteria and make sure to take along with their Women's Once-Daily Probiotics.

Dr. Will Cole - Our Own Functional Medicine Doctor Answering Questions About Digestion, High Cortisol, Adaptogens, Bloat, Inflammation, Hormones, Food Sensitivities And SO Much More Feb 03, 2020

#9: In this episode, I have a long and informative with one of the top functional medicine doctors, Dr. Will Cole. Will is the 2x best-selling author behind Ketotarian and more recently, The Inflammation Spectrum. We candidly chat about a variety of topics including: digestion/poop, what to eat for good bacteria in the gut, all things inflammation, if food sensitivity tests actually work, views on kombucha, all things adaptogens and which to use, managing cortisol levels, what actually is “bloat” and tips to manage it, the best oils to cook with, leaky gut, SIBO, tips for optimal sleep and how much we actually need, how to beat allergies, CBD oil, hormones, birth control and infertility and so much more. Dr. Will also shares 5 wellness practices everyone can afford. Follow @drwillcole and head over to www.drwillcole.com for more!

*Please pardon any spotty sound quality. This interview was conducted via Skype as I was so excited to bring the amazing knowledge from Dr. Will Cole to you!

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Thank you Kaari Foods for sponsoring this episode. These paleo and plant-based dressings are an absolute staple here in my kitchen (oh and they are bubba approved). You can use them as salad dressings, marinades, anything! And there are zero preservatives in them - no gums no nada. The creamy caesar and greek vinaigrette are two of my personal favorites as you see over on my Instagram. Use the code RACHL for 20% off your orders!

Samantha Abrams - Co-Founder of Emmy's Organics On Creating An Industry Leading Product, Staying True To Your Brand And Working With Your Life Partner Jan 20, 2020

#8: In this episode, I sit down with the Co-Founder and Head of Marketing of Emmy’s Organics, Samantha Abrams. Samantha and her life partner, Ian, founded the extremely delicious and popular CPG brand, Emmy’s, over a decade ago in Ithaca, NY. Samantha fills us in on the back story of how they started their company and growing it to the place it is today without taking outside capital, what it is like working with your significant other and so much more about growing a nationwide brand from the bottom. We also briefly touch on the raw food diet, which actually inspired their delicious cookies. For more from Samantha follow @samantharabrams_, @emmysorganics and check out www.emmysorganics.com

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff coming out in ONE MONTH!

Thank you Primally Pure for sponsoring this episode! Their NEW facial masks are an absolute game changer and really all of their non-toxic skincare products. The new plumping mask is a personal go-to as is the blue tansy deodorant and cocoa lip balm. Code RACHL for 10% off your orders.

Sam Eckstein - Co-Founder Of Springbone Kitchen On Opening A Fast-Casual Healthy Restaurant In NYC, Running A Business With Your Best Friend, The Importance Of Quality Food And All Things Bone Broth Jan 06, 2020

#7: In this episode, I sit down with Sam Eckstein. Sam is the co-founder of Springbone Kitchen, a fast-casual restaurant I personally frequent here in Manhattan. He is also the mastermind behind bringing healthy homemade-style food into consumer’s hands all over the city. Sam along with his best friend, Jordan Feldman, opened Springbone together over 3 years ago. They focus on serving all quality ingredients at their restaurant such as sustainable meat, olive oil, homemade bone broth and they source organically and locally. Sam fills us on what it is like running a business with your best friend and teaches us the importance of quality meat and why we should buy 100% grass-fed versus conventional meat, the sustainable factor to bone broth and so much more. Not to mention Springbone makes my favorite burger in the world. Visit www.springbone.com for more information on their mission and menu and follow @springbone to drool over all of their delicious food.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Thank you Kaari Foods for sponsoring this episode. These paleo and plant-based dressings are an absolute staple here in my kitchen (oh and they are bubba approved). You can use them as salad dressings, marinades, anything! And there are zero preservatives in them - no gums no nada. The creamy caesar and greek vinaigrette are two of my personal favorites as you see over on my Instagram. Use the code RACHL for 20% off your orders!

My Mom, Evelyn Mansfield's, 60th Birthday Episode - Our Family Growing Up , My Mom's Background, Our Relationship As Mother Daughter And Reflecting On Life Together. Dec 30, 2019

#6: In this episode I sit down with a very special person in my life, my Mom, Evelyn! Otherwise known as "Ma" or "MeMe" around here. My Mom is my very best friend. She is my rock and this episode is so so special to me in many ways. We openly chat all about her upbringing and childhood, how my parents met, my family growing up, what I was like as a kid growing up and more on my relationship with my Mom. Plus she fills us in on her favorite snacks, food and some of the dirt on our family. Don't forget to wish MeMe happy 60th birthday! Love you so much mama.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Abby Cannon - Opening Up About Our Infertility Journeys, Post-Birth Control Syndrome, Unexplained Infertility, Miscarriage + Starting A Family Dec 16, 2019

#4: In this episode I sit down with my good friend and RD, Abby Cannon, to chat all about infertility and our journeys to get pregnant. We both share our stories from going off the pill (birth control) in our mid-twenties and struggling to regain our menstrual cycles post pill (which never came back!). Then we were both eventually diagnosed with “unexplained infertility”. We dive into our experiences with merging both eastern and western medicine practices to start a family by incorporating acupuncture into our routine while also relying on hormones from our Reproductive Endocrinologists. Abby and her husband also experienced the heartache of a miscarriage during this journey prior to getting pregnant, which she openly speaks about in the episode.

Our conversation is longer than most episodes, but it is incredibly open and vulnerable and something we hope comforts anyone who may be struggling to start a family of their own. We are here for you!!

For more from Abby, follow @abbysfoodcourt and more on their fertility story here.

For more on my fertility journey, head over to this blog post and this YouTube video.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Thank you Primally Pure for sponsoring this episode! Code RACHL for 10% off their non-toxic skincare. The blue tansy deodorant, cacao lip balm, almond + vanilla body butter and flower bath are just a few of my favorites!

Rachel + Jordan - My 4 Year "Fired Anniversary" Episode Where I Share The Story On How I Built My Brand And More On The Behind-The-Scenes Of My Business As An Entrepreneur Dec 02, 2019

#3: In this episode, I am in the "hot seat". My husband, Jordan Carpenter, interviews me and we share a bit more on how it how it all got started and why I created my blog in the first place. Contrary to what many think, I didn't have the confidence to pursue my blog full-time and leave my desk job. On December 3, 2015, I was fired unexpectedly from my job at a CPG brand as their Earned Media Manager. This led me to pursue my own brand full-time and embark on this crazy journey running my food blog and Instagram full-time. I chat about my brand partnerships and how those came about, answer a handful of your questions about the behind-the-scenes over here and I open up about the in's and out's of running my business solo.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Thank you, Garden of Life, for sponsoring this episode. I share all of my Garden of Life favorites here.

Melissa Ben-Ishay - President and Chief Product Officer of Baked By Melissa on Building Her Cupcake Empire, Getting Fired From Her Previous Job, Working With Family And Juggling Mom Life Nov 18, 2019

#2: In this episode, I am sitting down with Melissa Ben-Ishay. The President and Chief Product Officer of Baked By Melissa. We get to hear more of the backstory behind her famous bite-sized cupcakes, getting fired from her job, creating her dessert empire, working with family members, transitioning into motherhood, living in Hoboken and so much more. Melissa has one of the most zen and laid back perspectives on life and it was truly refreshing sitting down to chat with her. She is someone many can connect with and listening to her story and more on her family and business just makes eating each cupcake and macaroon even sweeter. For more from Melissa follow @melissabenishay, @bakedbymelissa and check out www.bakedbymelissa.com

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Thank you Simple Mills for sponsoring this episode!

Priscilla Tsai - CEO + Founder Of Cocokind On Building A Skincare Empire, Starting A Brand On Your Own And The Low Down On All Things Skincare Nov 04, 2019

#1: In this episode, I sit down with Priscilla Tsai is the Founder and CEO of cocokind. She is not only a good friend of mine, but a complete boss. We chat all things skincare and her secrets behind her now glowing and flawless skin after struggling with hormonal acne for years. Priscilla is also the founder of a leading skincare brand in the sustainable non-toxic skincare industry. Her products are personally a favorite of mine and are a staple in my routine. Not only do they work but they also are super affordable. We also talk more about starting and funding a business herself after leaving her full-time job, what makes her brand standout amongst the industry and much more! Learn more about cocokind at www.cocokind.com and follow along @cocokindskincare and @priscilla.tsai for her skincare secrets and behind-the-scenes.

For more from me, follow along @rachLmansfield and pre-order my cookbook, Just the Good Stuff.

Thank you Simple Mills for sponsoring this episode!

Just the Good Stuff Trailer Oct 23, 2019

This is the trailer for the Just the Good Stuff podcast. A podcast hosted by Rachel Mansfield, the creator behind the blog and Instagram, rachLmansfield. Rachel is a cookbook author, recipe developer, new mama to her bubba, Ezra and wife to her best friend, Jordan. Each week, Rachel chats with various CEOs and founders, wellness experts, cooks, bloggers and other impactful people who love to just share some ‘good stuff’ with everyone. These interviews touch on topics including: starting a business, healthy and delicious food, hormones, relationships, infertility and much much more. For more from Rachel and the podcast, head on over to rachLmansfield.com and @rachLmansfield on Instagram. Don’t forget to preorder Rachel’s cookbook, Just the Good Stuff, available for preorder today!

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