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Ep. 14 A Mom’s Macro Playbook With Alec Treffers: "I lost 18 lbs in 4 months (& maintained it) after breastfeeding my 2nd child" Feb 24, 2026

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Ready to rethink “post-baby body” without punishment or perfection? I sat down with friend, creator and mom of two, Alec Treffers, to map out the simple systems that helped her lose 18 pounds (in 4 months) after breastfeeding and—more importantly—maintain it while running a household and a growing brand. No extremes here: just clear goals, macro literacy, and a training split that builds strength and confidence.
Alec breaks macros down to earth: why protein should match your body weight in grams, how an excess of healthy fats can silently stall progress, and the reason carbs actually helped her get leaner. She shares realistic ways to track macros, her eating out hacks, cooking for her entire family while maintaining her goals, & creating meals that taste great without feeling like "diet food".

More Of What We Discuss:

• the moment after baby two that made her want to make changes
• macros explained simply and the power of protein
• limiting fats and letting carbs fuel training
• ordering smart when eating out and the kids’ menu hack
• simple family dinners with three-minute measuring
• breakfast swaps, lunch shortcuts & realistic meal prep
• alcohol tradeoffs and macro-friendly desserts
• her training breakdown & rest days
• how reaching goals has led to identity shifts & confidence boosts
• avoiding comparison and finding your own lane

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Ep. 13 Your Baby Doesn’t Need That: Registry Edition (registry rules, things worth the splurge, & what's overhyped) Feb 17, 2026

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It's baby registry building time!! I can't believe I'm already at the point of seriously prepping for this baby but here we are. This might be my 3rd rodeo, but planning for this episode was the perfect refresher for me. I feel like with everything we see on social media and all of the targeted ads that come our way, we start to believe we need all of the latest and greatest baby items we come across... I've come to realize that less is truly more.

I wanted to find a way to make the 'building a baby registry' experience a simple, problem-solving game plan and share what actually earns space in your nursery and home. No more panic purchasing, buyers remorse, built up clutter, and things that end up in donation pile sooner than expected.

In this episode, I whipped together 5 practical "zones" for building a registry" sleep, feeding, diapering, out-and-about gear, and soothing/play. I also share some questions I always ask myself before clicking purchase. We play a little game of Registry Court, where I vote Yes, No, or Maybe on types of baby products you've asked about (giving my honest opinion & experience!) I end the episode by sharing specific things I'll be doing to feel more prepared and at ease before we leave for the hospital (ie. the logistics & planning ahead for when we get home!).

We turn the baby registry into a simple, problem-solving plan and share what actually earns space in your home. Clear rules, five practical zones, honest verdicts on trending gear, and a calm 72-hour homecoming plan make preparation feel doable and sane.

More Of What I Discuss:
• less-is-more rules to stop panic buys
• buy for your life, not social media
• five zones: sleep, feeding, diapering, out-and-about, soothing and play
• where to invest and where to save
• monitors, bouncers, warmers and pumps judged
• smart dupes for carriers and play kits
• a 72-hour plan for food, help and home setup
• partner roles, visitor boundaries and tiny daily self-care

LINKS!:

Tayla's Baby Registry Link: CLICK HERE

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If you’re creating a baby registry from scratch or adding for baby number two or three, this guide helps you spend less, carry less, and feel more ready. Tap play, steal the checklist, and share this with a friend who’s building their list.

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Ep. 12 Trying to Conceive? Why A Man’s Role Matters More Than You Think With Sam Diamond, Founder of Bird&Be Feb 10, 2026

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If the trying-to-conceive aisle has ever made you feel overwhelmed or alone, this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. We sit down with Samantha Diamond—founder and CEO of Bird & Be—to unpack what it really takes to make fertility care clear, kind, and a shared journey between partners.

Samantha opens up about an early PCOS diagnosis, a later miscarriage, and the isolation that followed—even with a fertility specialist at home. That lived experience led to a mission: bring the approachable clarity of beauty marketing to reproductive health without losing scientific rigor. We talk about the education gaps that leave women scrambling when it's time to "try", how integrative care blends medicine with lifestyle, and the specific red flags—like day-3 FSH and ovarian reserve changes—that should prompt a faster trip to the doctor.

We also place men squarely in the frame. Sperm quality affects placental development, pregnancy health, and even childhood outcomes. Samantha shares clinical results from Bird & Be’s male supplement showing meaningful improvements in motility and morphology within three months, plus why sperm’s quick regeneration opens a powerful window for change. For the ladies, we dig into egg quality, oxidative stress, and the three-month folliculogenesis timeline, highlighting CoQ10, Mediterranean-style nutrition, sleep, and strength training—especially heavy lifting for PCOS—as key levers.

If you’re ready to replace confusion with clarity and carry the load together, press play. If the conversation resonates, subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a review so more listeners can find support.

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Ep. 11 2nd Trimester Recap: sizing up for confidence, my workouts & wardrobe, round ligament pain, & savoring time with my kids! Feb 03, 2026

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Sorry, but I definitely did not sign any approval form for my second trimester flying by that fast?! It’s funny- with your first, you’re counting down every single day until birth. By the third, you’re begging time to slow down… or is that just me??

Either way, I’m grateful to officially check off my second tri—it’s always been the easiest one in my book. I thought it’d be fun to bring you along for a little recap of the past few months: second-trimester milestones, tug-of-war emotions, some “controversial” choices I’m making this time around, a cervix update, and a Q&A submitted by you lovely ladies. Let’s get into it.

What I cover:
• Wild fatigue caused by vitamin D and iron deficiencies (and how I fixed it)
• Glucose testing options + my Fresh Test experience
• Managing anxiety while staying on low-dose Lexapro
• Early bump, round ligament pain, and body acceptance
• Ditching the scale and sizing up for confidence
• What my workout routine looks like these days
• Yes, I’m eating sushi, deli meats and taking a damn bubble bath
• A non-maternity wardrobe that actually fits
• Am I doing a “sprinkle”… or a babymoon??

Pregnancy Wardrobe HERE

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Tayla

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Ep. 10 You’re Not Broken: Why Sexual Desire Shifts Postpartum And How To Find Your Way Back with Karly Ryan Jan 27, 2026

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We know it can feel like it...but desire didn’t disappear after having a baby—it just changed shape. I invited intimacy and relationship coach Karly Ryan to unpack why postpartum libido shifts, how maternal brain plasticity and hormones like prolactin reroute attention, and what it really takes to feel sensual again when you’re tired, touched out, and navigating a new identity. Using the lens of the maiden and mother archetypes, we talk about honoring both energies without pitting them against each other, and how small rituals can help you reclaim the parts of you that felt lost in the fog.

What We Discuss:

maiden and mother archetypes explained (so relatable!)
postpartum brain changes and hormones affecting libido
surrendering the void and reframing identity
sensuality as daily practice and pilot light
gentle self-pleasure without toys to reconnect
practical ways couples can reconnect without forcing sex
intimacy beyond sex through touchpoints and timing
midday windows for desire and reducing pressure
tantric options and fantasy play
simple rituals to call your energy back

If you’ve wondered “Who am I now?” or felt guilty that old rituals no longer work, this conversation offers science-backed reassurance and compassionate tools. Expect clear takeaways you can try today to reduce pressure, create safety, and let desire rise at your pace.

More on Dr. Sasha Hackman:

Website: HERE

Instagram: HERE

Podcast: Trying To Conceive HERE

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Ep. 8 My 10 Non-Negotiables for 2026: The "2-Out-of-3" Rule, Chore Audits & Why Inner Peace Is The New Productivity Jan 13, 2026

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Happy 2026! If you felt like you hit a wall on January 1st instead of hitting the ground running, this episode is for you. I am planting my flag for the new year -- not with a list of aesthetic resolutions or pressure-filled goals, but with 10 Personal Non-Negotiables designed for a calmer, clearer, and more aligned year.

In this solo episode, we ease into 2026 by ditching the "New Year, New Me" panic. I break down my personal standards for motherhood, partnerships, and ambition - including why I'm done "keeping score" in my relationship, the specific chore systems that saved my mental load, and why "Inner Peace is the New Productivity."

Whether you need permission to lower your daily standards (hello, the "2 out of 3" rule), a strategy to time-block your chaos, or just a reminder that "No" is a complete sentence, grab your notebook (or just listen while you drive) and let's build a year that actually feels good.

In this episode, we cover:

The "Soft Launch": Why I ignored the January 1st pressure and how to use the "Camera Roll Method" to find your joy.
Motherhood: My "Two Out of Three" Rule for feeling put together and why 10 minutes of presence beats a perfect schedule.
Relationship: Why we don't keep score, we keep systems (and the weekly check-in that prevents resentment).
The Chore Audit: Explicitly dividing household tasks (like the trash vs. the groceries) to eliminate the "Mental Load."
Ambition: How I time-block my actual priorities and conducting a "High Effort, Low Return" audit on my work.
Energy & Boundaries: Why "That doesn't work for us" is a full sentence and quitting one-sided friendships.

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Chapter Markers:

00:00 – A Softer Start to 2026: Letting go of Jan 1st Pressure

06:45 – Reflection: The "Camera Roll" Exercise & Finding Joy

17:00 – Bucket 1: Motherhood. The "Two Out of Three" Rule & Presence over Perfection

23:30 – Bucket 2: Partnership. Systems vs. Scorekeeping & The Weekly Check-In

29:00 – The Chore Audit: Reducing the Mental Load

34:00 – Bucket 3: Ambition. Time Blocking & The "High Effort, Low Return" Audit

45:30 – Bucket 4: Me + Energy. 20-Minute Movement & Friendship Boundaries

55:00 – Rapid Fire: "That doesn't work for us" & Scheduling Joy

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Ep. 7 Sami Brooks: Choosing Two Under Two, Body Image Tips, Pregnancy #2, & The Dream That Told Her "It's A Girl"! Jan 05, 2026

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This week I’m sitting down with a very special (and pregnant!) friend — Sami Brooks — and this one felt like the kind of conversation that makes you exhale and go, okay… I’m not alone.

We talk about what it really looks like to grow a family fast: deciding to go for babies close in age, a long labor that ended in a C-section, and the dream that had her convinced she was having a little girl. Sami shares how the hardest nights can either pull you apart or weld you together — and what it looks like to choose “us vs. the problem” when you’re both running on fumes. If you’ve ever wondered how couples stay close between night feeds and nap schedules, this episode is basically a love letter to teamwork (with plenty of humor).

And yes, we get into the real pregnancy stuff — the nausea that won’t quit, the fatigue that makes your bones feel heavy, hormonal surprises like rashes and acne, and the old wives’ tales that are weirdly accurate… until they’re not. Sami also tells the most iconic gender reveal story (it involves sumo suits), plus we talk intuition vs. tracking apps and how postpartum can change what you trust most.

We also get super practical for anyone navigating close-in-age siblings: strollers, car seats, third-row cars, travel/airport logistics, and little ways to include your toddler so jealousy turns into belonging.

And of course, body image gets honest. The unglamorous first trimester, carb-only survival days, jeans that won’t button, and the shift from body perfection to body neutrality. We share simple ways to rebuild strength postpartum — breath work, deep core + pelvic floor basics, and finding trainers/programs that actually understand postpartum bodies.

If you’re pregnant, newly postpartum, a seasoned mom in the chaos, or just trying to feel more normal in this season — this one’s for you.

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