Wellness For The Win Podcast

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#78: My Biggest Insecurities, Freezer Staples, Costco Favorites & Corporate World vs. SAHM Life Dec 18, 2024

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Today is a solo episode! Per usual -- all over the place. Just answering a bunch of random Q&A I've gotten recently!
What I covered:

Big boy bed transition with Rhett -- how it started & how it's going
Holiday appetizer ideas -- (easy cinnamon rolls, apps, pumpkin crescent rolls) -- head to wellnessforthewin.com for recipes!
toddler discipline -- how we approach it
places that have larger adaptive outfits - target, gerber, H&M, onesie extenders for tall babies
freezer staples I always keep on hand + some easy meal ideas
red light mask -- @ameskiefer rec
random Costco favorites
Levi tooth update lol
What are my biggest insecurities?
How do I turn a sad day around?
When to buy BF/pumping bras -- do your boobs change sizes a lot?
Favorite non-nursing bras
Corporate world vs. being a stay at home mom

AFFILIATES/SPONSORS:

@expectingandempowered workout program - code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save on annual app subscription
@primallypure -- code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN for 10% off
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Please share the podcast on your IG stories or with a friend if you enjoy it! Thank you for listening and Merry Christmas! XO

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#77: The "Happiness Trap" with Licensed Therapists from The Counseling Co. Nov 27, 2024

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This episode with the licensed therapists from The Counseling Co. is all about the "happiness trap" -- AKA, how our beliefs around happiness can get in the way of our expectations and also… the difference between fulfillment and happiness. Are YOU truly happy in your life? Does being content mean you've "settled"?
This is a loaded topic that applies to all of us! I hope you find value in this conversation!
What we discussed:

Happiness vs. fulfillment vs. contentment
Does being content mean you’re “settling” for less in life
How to stop striving for perfection / shifting expectations of what happiness “should” look like
Acceptance is a practice - not a destination
Tips if you’re struggling with comparison, especially on social media
Comparative suffering – “well, this isn’t a big deal, but…” “someone else is going through something harder…”
When reality doesn’t meet expectations in marriage
What about when you’re happy with your life BUT it feels overly full / busy / overwhelming
The power of saying NO and checking in with your values
Tips for moms struggling with their identity in motherhood
How to find happiness when you’re navigating a new normal // major life change (i.e. having a medically complex child, becoming a caregiver for an aging parent, etc.)

How to connect with The Counseling Co:

Find them on Instagram @thecounselingco
Visit their website for services & resources: https://www.thecounselingco.com/

Affiliate Links/Sponsors:

Shop Clean Simple Eats Black Friday sale using my affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN -- shop here
Shop Harper Wilde Black Friday sale using my affiliate link here
Get 20% off the Expecting and Empowered mobile app (annual subscription) through the end of November 2024 with my affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN - sign up here

Thank you for listening and happy Thanksgiving!

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#76: Bianca Miller's Journey from Leaving Teaching to Becoming a Full-Time Author, Sneak Peek at Book TWO, Plus an "Ask The Neighbors"/Advice Segment with Shan + B! Oct 23, 2024

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So excited to have my good friend, neighbor and PUBLISHED AUTHOR Bianca Miller on the pod today! This one is slightly chaotic -- enjoy ; )
What we covered:

How and why she decided to step away from teaching & her career journey that led her to becoming a full-time author
How long were you planning / writing Diving In (your debut novel) before it was officially published?
The first draft of a book vs. the finished product and the editing process
What is her dream goal as an author
What does her writing process look like
Little sneak peek into book 2: The Breath Between Us (coming soon!)
Best piece of advice Bianca has ever received

PS: THERE IS CURSING. DON'T LISTEN WITH LITTLE EARS. WE'RE SORRY.

ASK THE NEIGHBORS / ADVICE SEGMENT WITH SHAN + B!

Advice for a teacher who wants to leave teaching
New mom feeling like she is losing friends postpartum – lots of tips & advice for moms and women navigating friendships
- Shout out @kcmomsclub !!! for mom get togethers!
What is your guilty pleasure?
Tell us about your friendship – Shanna + Bianca
Instagram vs. reality – mental health / thoughts

CONNECT WITH BIANCA:

Instagram: https://instagram.com/biancamillerwrites
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@authorbiancamiller

AFFILIATE LINKS/SPONSORS:

Save on your annual app subscription of Expecting and Empowered (pregnancy and postpartum workouts) with affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN - buy here
Save on Clean Simple Eats proteins / other products & OffBeat Butters with affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN -- shop here!
Shop my LTK page
Shop my Amazon Storefront

Follow me on IG at @wellnessforthewin and @wellnessforthewinpod
Check out my blog for healthy recipes & wellness tips!

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#75: Kellie Bullard-Kelley Part 2: Life After Loss, Remarrying as a Young Widow, How to Survive and Thrive Through Grief and More Oct 16, 2024

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I'm SO excited to have Kellie Bullard-Kelley BACK on the podcast today for part 2! She was on waaaaay back on episode 6 of the podcast, so today is a little life update several years later.
We talk about life after losing her husband at age 26, dating and remarrying as a young widow, how she navigated her grief then and now, tips for dealing with grief or supporting loved ones through it, leaning on faith, and more.

What we covered:

How her new husband supports her through grief
Does it help your grief that Connor knew Alex?
How does Connor feel when she posts heartfelt things about Alex?
Do the kids call Connor “dad”?
Are you and Connor hoping to have kids in the future?
Did you feel guilt dating again after losing Alex?
Were family and friends supportive when you shared that you and Connor were dating?
How her faith played into her grief journey & carried her through it
Did you ever turn away from God after losing Alex?
New / additional tips on how to support people going through grief
How relationships can change - for better or for worse - after grief
How to keep going after a great loss
How to talk to kids about grief + death + loss and strategies she used
Any special tributes or traditions for Alex moving forward?
How to continue taking care of YOUR health through things like fitness, etc. when you’re going through grief
What she’s looking forward to + what’s next for her family

CONNECT WITH KELLIE:

Follow her on Instagram at @kelliebullard
Purchase her book "Behind My Smile" here (affiliate link)

Affiliate Links & Sponsors:

Save on Primally Pure nontoxic beauty products with my affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN - shop here
Save on your annual app subscription of Expecting and Empowered (pregnancy and postpartum workouts) with affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN - buy here
Shop my LTK page
Shop my Amazon Storefront

BOOKS KELLIE LOVES FOR KIDS ON GRIEF/LOSS:

The Invisible String (favorite)
God Gave Us Heaven (favorite)
Goodbye to Goodbyes
Heaven is for Real (kids version)
The Memory Box
Something Very Sad Happened

Thank you so much for listening & supporting the show. Please share in your IG stories & tag us so we can see -- appreciate you all! XO

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#74: NAPA Intensive Therapy Recap, Nutrition Q&A, Special Needs Mom Tips and More Oct 02, 2024

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Solo episode today!
What I covered:

NAPA – Levi’s therapy intensive in Colorado – recap
- Goals now that we’re home

Random Q&A:

Do we need to avoid gluten and dairy?
Basic tips for someone looking to start eating healthier
What I’m doing to lower my cholesterol
C-section scar – how has it healed almost 17 months postpartum?
Dream podcast guests I’d love to have on
How do you take care of yourself as a (medical) mom?
Stroller wagon feedback / recommendations
Tips for going to the store with special needs / low tone kiddos who can’t sit up in a cart – helpful alternatives

AFFILIATE LINKS MENTIONED:

Clean Simple Eats -- affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN for 10% off CSE proteins, other products and OffBeat Butters. Shop here
Expecting and Empowered -- affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save on your annual app subscription for their pregnancy/postpartum/advanced pp workouts -- more info here
Shop my LTK profile
Shop my Amazon storefront

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT! XOXO

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#73: A Deep Dive Into Understanding the Therapy Process with The Counseling Co. Sep 25, 2024

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In today’s episode, I sat down with therapists Kelsey & Tara from the Counseling Co. (women’s mental health practice located in the Kansas City area) to take a deep dive into the therapy process.

What you can expect in this episode:

How to find a therapist that is right for you
Different types of therapy: talk therapy vs. EMDR, etc.
What does a therapy session look like? How do you get started, how does it end, etc.
Do you usually get action steps to work on after sessions?
How often should you go to therapy?
Who could benefit from therapy? Do you need to be working through “trauma” or specific issues, or can you go for general mental health / maintenance?
Virtual vs. in-person therapy: pros & cons
Does insurance usually cover therapy?
And more!

HOW TO CONNECT WITH THE COUNSELING CO.

Follow them on Instagram at: @thecounselingco
Inquire about services & stay up-to-date on events, etc.: https://www.thecounselingco.com/

PAST EPISODES WITH THE COUNSELING CO:

AFFILIATE LINKS / RESOURCES MENTIONED:

Clean Simple Eats protein powder, OffBeat Butters & more -- use affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN for 10% off
Primally Pure -- nontoxic beauty products -- use affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save
Shop my Amazon storefront here
Shop my LTK here
Psychology Today – find a therapist

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#72: Why Motivation Isn't Enough -- How to Develop & Maintain Healthy Habits Jul 31, 2024

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Today is a solo episode! What you can expect when you listen:

Sharing some thoughts on health and wellness goals & habits – why motivation isn’t enough & what you need instead
We’ll talk about the WHY behind your food + exercise choices, and other things that impact your overall wellness
Discuss short-term and long-term benefits of movement + healthy eating
One of my personal health goals I’m currently focusing on
Can intuitive eating + working on improving lab results coexist?

Affiliate Links:

Use my affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save on the Expecting and Empowered workout app: click here to learn more
Use my affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save on Clean Simple Eats protein powders, greens, hydration / energy drinks, OffBeat Butters and more! My favorites are the Simply Vanilla and Snickerdoodle and Chocolate Brownie Protein. Fav nut butters are Sweet Classic PB, Cinnamon Roll, Salted Caramel and Aloha! Click here to SHOP

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#71: Has Honesty About Motherhood on IG Gone Too Far? Intuitive Eating, C-Section Recovery, Family Meal Inspo Q&A and More Jun 26, 2024

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This solo episode includes lots of random Q&A that you guys submitted on IG! I'm addressing some things like:

Motherhood -- my favorite parts
Do I get hateful comments or DMs on IG?
Has honesty about the challenges of motherhood on IG gone too far?
C-section recovery
Navigating grief after a miscarriage -- tips
Easy meal inspiration
Can intuitive eating and weight loss go together?
Recent purchases I'm loving
And more!

I hope you enjoy this episode! If you do, please share the pod with a friend who might love it, too! XO
LINKS:

Amazon Affiliate Page: amazon.com/shop/wellnessforthewin
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Ethan's new toothbrush: https://amzn.to/4cfswXt
Amazon cowboy boots (update: SO cute! True to size!): https://amzn.to/4cz7ti7

EXPECTING AND EMPOWERED PREGNANCY & PP WORKOUTS: use my affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save on your annual app subscription!

RECIPES:

Chicken bacon ranch pasta dish: https://jordosworld.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-casserole/
Taco ring recipe: https://www.everydaysouthwest.com/taco-ring-recipe-with-crescent-rolls-with-crescent-rolls/

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#70: Navigating a Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis with Leslee Flannery, RD Jun 19, 2024

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This conversation is all about gestational diabetes with a Registered Dietitian who specializes in the condition -- Leslee Flannery, RD.
Listen in to hear:

What is gestational diabetes?
What causes gestational diabetes / risk factors
How can we prevent gestational diabetes
Rate of type 2 diabetes AFTER gestational diabetes
Risks of gestational diabetes to mom and baby
Do you have to be induced early if you have GDM?
Best ways to manage blood sugars with OR without gestational DM
- Diet & other habits
Medications - are they needed? What are the options - pros & cons
Relationship with food during pregnancy
How to handle GDM diagnosis with a history of disordered eating
What to do postpartum after a gestational DM diagnosis – screenings, etc.
Nutrition tips for postpartum
And more!

CONNECT WITH LESLEE:

Follow her on IG: @gestational.diabetes.nutrition
Support Group / Resources: click here

Affiliate Links:

Expecting and Empowered – workout app for pregnancy and postpartum – use my code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN to save on your annual app subscription
FullWell Fertility – supplements for before, during and after pregnancy (I love their prenatals and fish oil supps and they have lots of others, too!) -- affiliate code WELLNESSFORTHEWIN
Tubby Todd – bath soaps, shampoos, mineral sunscreen, diaper cream and so much more for your little ones! Use my affiliate link for 10% off – click here

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#69: Rhett Being Adorable & Random Chats May 22, 2024

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Please enjoy this random, unplanned and all over the place solo episode // also featuring my special guest, mister Rhett. ; )
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If you have any segment ideas or requests, shoot me a DM on IG!
Please screenshot & share this episode in your stories or send the link to a friend if you enjoy the show! XOXO

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