THIS EPISODE IS RELATIVELY GRAPHIC FOR THE SQUEAMISH AND IS EXTREMELY PERSONAL. IF YOU'RE NOT INTO THAT - SKIP THIS EPISODE. I am chatting with Sara Reardon, a board-certified women’s health and pelvic floor therapist specializing in the treatment of pelvic floor muscle dysfunction in men and women. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What the pelvic floor actually is What are some of the challenges that you might face when you have a tight or weak pelvic floor How the pelvic floor is integral to...
Sep 17, 2024•46 min
I am chatting with Dr. Tracy Dalgleish. She is a clinic psychologist, mom of 2, and the author of “I Didn’t Sign Up For This”: A Couples Therapist Shares Real-Life Stories of Breaking Patterns and Finding Joy in Relationships... Including Her Own On this episode, we’ll talk about: Moments when we start to see the friction of our relationships and how to tackle that change How our biggest issues with our partners might be more about ourselves than we think Strategies on how to “communicate” our n...
Sep 03, 2024•32 min
You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING. For the full episode with Deanna, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4bLhhvwP9rIGX2OSlenp88?si=51fda2916d0540ff
Aug 20, 2024•13 min
You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING. For the full episode with Elaine, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3glrnnzBqNhY0Mmb7tBeII?si=paDrfSSGTaSv-9vEDQIy1A
Aug 06, 2024•43 sec
You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING. For the full interview with Nadia, please listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Y2P3RXnQ3ODAaroTDVACe?si=YDfuzdxkQJinjXGLBd7uTw
Jul 30, 2024•44 sec
You’re listening to the summer series of the It’s Fine. Podcast. I’ve decided to take a recording break this summer because well, transitioning into working motherhood and balancing life has been CHALLENGING. For the full episode with Nina, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3UHqLGPaU2hUzcWzlaG1Xb?si=a0utg1jlSuKlwBH_C5Q4Ow
Jul 16, 2024•12 min
Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year. For the full episode with Amanda, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/47RLDIMbJxoo6oFy9tpZBc?si=6x8-bpluSWSrxiba1nEIyA
Jul 02, 2024•13 min
Today, I am chatting with Anna Victoria. She is the founder of Vitalura Labs and Bodylura Nation. On this episode, we’ll talk about: Learning to love our body in different seasons and changing our motivations Ways to know your body is changing without getting on the scale Anna’s simple hacks to working towards your body goals
Jun 18, 2024•45 min
Today, I am chatting with Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh. She has 20+ years working in fertility care and the host of the Egg Whisper Podcast. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What the egg freezing process looks like What the emotional conversations are around wanting to freeze your eggs (ie: like using donor sperm) What you can gain from learning more about egg and embryo freezing (especially if you aren’t sure what the future looks like)...
Jun 04, 2024•33 min
Today, I am chatting with Tracy Vadakumchery, the Bad Indian Therapist. She addresses toxic guilt and shame that affect cultural norms and South Asian mental health, along with all things people-pleasing anxiety and culturally-related stress and trauma. On this episode, we talk about How our ethnic communities might keep us from trying to explore the right kinds of support What trusting our gut can look like and why we struggle to trust it A simple way to identify your values Tracy is accepting ...
May 21, 2024•36 min
Today, I am chatting with Dr. Mona, a pediatrician and host of podcast “The Peds Doc Talk”. On this episode, we will talk about: The feeding debate - breastfeeding vs. formula The best ways to care for yourself as mom of a newborn What bonding looks like and what should be priority one
May 07, 2024•28 min
Today, I am chatting with Paige Connell (sheisapaigeturner on socials). Paige is a working mother of four who uses her platform on TikTok and Instagram to share her thoughts on the mental load, parenting, and her career. Her goal is to raise awareness about the mental load of motherhood and advocate for equitable relationships for couples. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What is mental load Where does mental load show up and examples of it How mental load can impact our relationships, especia...
Apr 30, 2024•43 min
Today, I am chatting with Harriet Shearsmith, creator of the podcast Unfollowing Mum and certified empowerment coach. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What is cycle breaking and how can we become aware of it How we can identify what cycles and patterns to break in our adult lives How we can know we are actively repairing and restoring our relationships in our adult lives with the people around us, especially our kids Tips for cycle breaking parenting
Apr 16, 2024•39 min
Today, I am chatting with Dr. Pauline Yeghnazar Peck. She is a licensed psychologist and an Iranian-Armenian daughter of immigrants. On this episode, we talk about: The common clashes between daughters of immigrants and their caregivers What those clashes can do to our identity and self worth What the daughter of immigrants healing journey look like (and it’s probably not what you think) If you are interested in learning about Dr. Pauline Peck and her work, here are the best ways to connect with...
Apr 02, 2024•30 min
Today, I am chatting with Israa Nasir. She is a mental health speaker, a psychotherapist, and a self-help author. On this episode, we’ll talk about: Birth order and how it can influence our development and ways we connect with our families The eldest sister profile How to manage resentments as an eldest sister How to set boundaries and prioritize self care to heal as an eldest sister Eldest Daughter Syndrome Masterclass Israa is hosting a three part masterclass on how to manage and overcome ““El...
Mar 19, 2024•43 min
Today, I am chatting with Kendra Williams. She is matrescence activist, mentor, and coach. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What is matrescence and how it can show up in all facets of early motherhood What areas we can be most impacted by the transition to motherhood What value setting can look like a mother
Mar 05, 2024•42 min
Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year. In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life. If you're interested in listening to Tiye's full interview, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/325Z3Kirw8pKGE3rcCsXA7?si=...
Feb 27, 2024•13 min
Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year. In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life. If you're interested in listening to the Natasha's full interview, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3gWSsXdwO3aQxqkvRJ4...
Feb 13, 2024•14 min
Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year. In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life. For the full episode with Rachel, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GJ9MSMEWZakhSP3HHl3p7?si=NhCuCyMxRXONQpDEeHLUeQ...
Jan 30, 2024•15 min
Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year. In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life. If you're interested in listening to Morgan's full interview, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5hhc7orvURCMxIEdvtEltI?s...
Jan 16, 2024•9 min
Thanks for listening to the "It's FINE." podcast. I am currently on maternity leave and am re-sharing my favorite nuggets of wisdom from the 2023 podcast year. In 2024, my hope for you is to not let any limiting beliefs (see episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5VLsQNn1zVeSZPtnwdg2dd?si=05tzA8CyRYG3u3wfB8cnnA) keep you from the your better than fine life. For the full episode with Katherine Morgan Schafler, listen here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Nplkss43Ub4nxj5V9Z11n?si=YW5GRJY...
Jan 02, 2024•8 min
Today, I am chatting with Tanya Cole-Lesnick a psychotherapist turned personal development coach with three decades of professional experience helping people to pursue lives that honor their truest selves, are clear of energetic clutter, and that they are genuinely excited to be living. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What are limiting beliefs The difference between limiting beliefs and realistic expectations How to challenge our limiting beliefs with little micro steps...
Dec 26, 2023•26 min
Today, I am chatting with Sarah of Labor Junkie RN, she is a labor and delivery nurse supporting women navigating their delivery and all things pregnancy and postpartum. On this episode, we’ll talk about: The trials and tribulations of the final trimester A vaginal delivery experience How to prepare for labor The first moments with your baby
Dec 19, 2023•45 min
Today, I am chatting with me (haha, Rachel) moderated by Julie George, the creator of the Brown Girl Podcast about my IVF journey. If you’re interested in getting into the thick of our IVF/infertility story, please listen to the full interview at the Brown Girl Podcast https://www.thebrowngirlpodcast.com/ep-46-infertility-ivf-conceiving-hope-w-rachel-varkey/ ....
Dec 12, 2023•23 min
Today, I am chatting with Ana Maria, a life coach who focuses on emotional literacy, mindset redesign, and healing trauma from adverse childhood experiences. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What it looks like to be the good girl (where it starts from, how we start to notice, and how it often benefits those who play that role) How being the good girl can translate into bitterness, frustration, and an unfulfilled life and what to do about it How good girls and bad girls see each other...
Dec 05, 2023•41 min
Today, I am chatting with Morgan Pommells, MSW, a psychotherapist, writer, and doctoral researcher committed to helping anxious adults heal from their dysfunctional parents and live life on their own terms. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What emotionally immature parents are and what a childhood with them can look like What it can look like if we are operating from a place of safety due to a dysfunctional childhood Why the holidays can be complicated for people with emotionally immature fami...
Nov 28, 2023•40 min
Today, I am chatting with Jane Ko, is the Austin food blogger behind A Taste of Koko®, Austin’s top food and travel blog, and has been blogging since 2010. On this episode, we’ll talk about: Jane’s story and her laser focus on building Taste of Koko How we can evolve as women even when it comes to being cool How cool and authenticity work hand in hand
Nov 14, 2023•27 min
I’m chatting with Esha Pathak from the Turn Off the Ringer Podcast to answer your questions about us and our 20s vs. 30s perspective on life, love, and everything in between. For Part 2 of this episode, visit Esha's podcast, Turn Off the Ringer: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/turn-off-the-ringer/id1630853999 .
Nov 06, 2023•45 min
I am chatting with Bob Mathew. He is a real estate agent based here in Austin, TX. He has a passion for building community wherever he is, and I am lucky to be a part of his local community groups here in Austin! On this episode, we’ll talk about: Why we shouldn’t be afraid to initiate and invite Why expanding our friendship circles can help support the other key relationships in our life How friendships can evolve with competing priorities How to build ethnic community and share your cultural i...
Oct 31, 2023•42 min
I am chatting with Nadia Fiorita, a therapist who specializes in anxiety, to talk about how we live with high functioning anxiety. On this episode, we’ll talk about: What high functioning anxiety looks like How you can combat anxiety with balance The power of saying no Tips to manage through high functioning anxiety
Oct 24, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 40
