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Talking all the things: Life, Fitness, Kids, Family and Accountability Coaching. After years of bringing MOMS together by hosting evening get-togethers over glasses of wine, no kids or partners and a whole lot of common complaints, Brittany decided it was time to bring her female driven topics and #momdiscoveries to the podcasting platform. Here she talks all things life, health, fitness, kids, relationships – you name it, nothing is off the table! Diving deeper into all things motherhood & womanhood, she interviews some incredible guests finding tips and tricks, parenting hacks and longevity tips to make the most of our lives while keeping our sanity in check! It’s time to get real, let go of the expectations we feel from the outside and begin to live a life of fulfillment. Show yourself some self love and take some selfcare time to listen in weekly!
Episodes
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Monday Mar 15, 2021
Episode 19
Meal Prep, Fitness, and Mom Management: How to Set Yourself Up for a Successful Week with Candice McMurren
Episode 19: Show Notes.
As busy moms, we are often so focused on making sure that everyone else in the family is taken care of that we forget to look after our own health, and unfortunately, our fitness goals are usually the first to fall by the wayside. Today’s guest knows this struggle all too well, but she has developed some strategies to assist you in staying on track! Candice McMurren is a mom, wellness coach and Founder of Candice McMurren Fitness and, in this episode, we talk all things fitness, meal planning, meal prepping, and ways to set yourself up for a successful week and alleviate the guess and stress. Tuning in, you’ll hear a bit about Candice’s personal weight loss journey and how she juggles mom duties, physical fitness, and nutrition. She also shares the benefits of meal prepping and focusing on your nutrition first, and her advice for being in control of what you eat without depriving yourself, starting with just 10 minutes of a workout, and practicing gratitude. Tune in today!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Learn about Candice’s career trajectory from school vice principal to fitness coach.
- Why Candice encourages others to do those things that seem the scariest to do.
- How she juggles mom duties and physical fitness by waking up early or involving her kids in her work outs.
- Learn about the benefits of meal prepping, not just for you, but for your kids too.
- Candice’s philosophy is that your nutrition is number one, then strength training, then cardio.
- Helping her clients shift their daily routines by undoing myths and instilling small, new habits.
- Why you often have to eat more than you would think to build the body you want.
- How she creates a sample meal plan; but you have to be honest about what you eat!
- The goal is to be in control of what you eat and stick to your goals without feeling deprived.
- Candice’s advice for moms who say they don’t have the time to exercise: start small, even if you only do 10 minutes of a workout.
- Find out what her typical daily routine looks like, including things like gratitude journalling.
- Final tips and tools for setting yourself up for a successful week: use what you want to eat as the basis for planning meals for the week.
- Live as if there is no finish line; Candice suggests that you start small, one thing at a time.
- Hear a bit more about the shows and competitions Candice is training towards.
Tweetables:
“Those things that often seem the scariest to do are usually those things that you have to do.” — Candice McMurren [0:06:55]
“Nutrition number one, your strength training number two, and then cardio is the tip of the iceberg.” — Candice McMurren [0:12:41]
“After you’re done working with me, you should be able to be completely in control of what your eating, and know that you’re eating within that framework, and still maintain whatever you’ve lost or keep losing, if that’s what your goal is, without feeling deprived.” — Candice McMurren [0:18:06]
“Start small. Don’t think that you have to do all of it, all at once to be successful. Start with one thing and then build to the next, and you’ll slowly see growth and change, and that will most likely prompt you to keep on going.” — Candice McMurren [0:26:50]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
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After years of bringing MOMS together by hosting evening get-togethers over glasses of wine, no kids or partners and a whole lot of common complaints, Brittany decided it was time to bring her female driven topics and #momdiscoveries to the podcasting platform. Here she talks all things life, health, fitness, kids, relationships – you name it, nothing is off the table! Diving deeper into all things motherhood & womanhood, she interviews some incredible guests finding tips and tricks, parenting hacks and longevity tips to make the most of our lives while keeping our sanity in check! It's time to get real, let go of the expectations we feel from the outside and begin to live a life of fulfillment. Show yourself some self love and take some selfcare time to listen in weekly!
show notes found at www.momsweatsanity.com
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Tuesday Mar 09, 2021
Pound A Day Weight Loss Program: How to Lose the Weight and Address your Health & Longevity to Keep it Off with Dr. Allana Polo
Episode 18: Show Notes.
Weight struggles are often linked to other physical or mental difficulties, which is what makes them so challenging to treat. Dr. Allana Polo is a naturopath who runs her own clinic called Polo Health + Longevity Centre. While the clinic offers a range of services, Dr. Polo is especially interested in weight loss. In this episode, we hear more about her background and why she is so passionate about patients advocating for their health. Many people are excluded or ignored by mainstream medicine, so it is vital for them to have somewhere to go. We also hear about Dr. Polo’s pound-a-day weight loss programme, where she explains why she developed a regimen that results in such rapid weight loss. Crucially, the program is only supposed to be done for a short period, but seeing results so quickly can help patients stick with more long-term health changes. With more stress and increasingly sedentary lifestyles, it is more important than ever to be proactive about our health. Tune in today to hear more!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Get to know Dr. Polo, her work as a naturopath, and the services her clinic offers.
- The importance of advocating for your own health and finding doctors who believe you.
- Why Dr. Polo is so passionate about weight loss; her parents struggled with their weight.
- Details about Dr. Polo’s pound-a-day weight loss program.
- Weight struggles are often attached to other issues, either psychological and physical.
- Screening applicants for weight loss programs at the clinic; how Dr. Polo approaches this.
- The benefits of having a weight loss program that works so quickly.
- Some of the main factors that contribute to people being overweight.
- The demographic Dr. Polo typically works with.
- Losing weight requires consistency and being proactive.
- Knowing your why helps you make decisions that have your long-term health in mind.
- What the follow-up regimen after the pound-a-day program looks like.
- Dr. Pollo’s final tips and tricks.
Tweetables:
“We really make a difference in people’s lives. That's the most rewarding thing. We really are able to help people who have nowhere else to turn.” — Dr. Allana Polo [0:02:48]
“You will be more inclined to make better choices if you feel better about yourself.” — Dr. Allana Polo [0:13:43]
“If you can know what’s ahead of you, you can actively prepare for it.” — Dr. Allana Polo [0:18:15]
“Pick two or three things and do them really well.” — Dr. Allana Polo [0:24:10]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Polo Health + Longevity Centre
Polo Health + Longevity on Instagram
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After years of bringing MOMS together by hosting evening get-togethers over glasses of wine, no kids or partners and a whole lot of common complaints, Brittany decided it was time to bring her female driven topics and #momdiscoveries to the podcasting platform. Here she talks all things life, health, fitness, kids, relationships – you name it, nothing is off the table! Diving deeper into all things motherhood & womanhood, she interviews some incredible guests finding tips and tricks, parenting hacks and longevity tips to make the most of our lives while keeping our sanity in check! It's time to get real, let go of the expectations we feel from the outside and begin to live a life of fulfillment. Show yourself some self love and take some selfcare time to listen in weekly!
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
Tuesday Mar 02, 2021
The Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast
Host. Brittany Anderson
Dr Sarah Harbottle ND is back and we are talking weight loss, weight gain and how hormones can grab hold of our bodies when we aren't prepared! Listen in to learn how hormones can pose as a barrier to weight management and what you can do to help prevent it.
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Hormonal Health and Barriers to Weight Loss with Dr. Sarah Harbottle ND
Episode 17: Show Notes.
A common misconception about dieting is that there is a one-size-fits-all program that will automatically give you results. This is not the case. As women, we are naturally hormonally complex and our diets and weight loss programs should be individualized as such. Today, we are sitting down with Dr. Sarah Harbottle, a naturopathic doctor. Tuning in, you’ll hear her thoughts on hormonal barriers to weight loss, and she addresses misconceptions and truths. There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to weight loss and hormones, as each and every one of us is so different. However, Dr. Harbottle offers some great perspectives on things that we can look for and start to change within our daily routines. When you look into your own hormonal panel, you can get a clear idea of a regime for yourself, depending on how your hormones behaving. Hopefully, after today’s conversation, you can walk away with some food-for-thought on how to address some of your weight loss misconceptions and how to be a bit kinder to yourself, as well as tips to make sure you are getting the sleep you need, not over-exercising, and fuelling your body! Tune in today.
Key Points From This Episode:
- Dr. Harbottle explains the list of hormones she often looks at.
- Weight loss is more than just calories in and calories out; hormones play a significant role.
- How physiology plays into weight loss management; work with your body not against it.
- What she looks at when patients are struggling with weight loss, starting with the thyroid.
- Dr. Harbottle goes into some detail behind thyroid health from a naturopathic perspective; testing TSH, T3, and T4 levels.
- Symptoms to look out for regarding thyroid health and associated treatment.
- The second hormone-related factor she examines: stress and the stress hormone, cortisol.
- A quick recap on the function of the adrenal gland and cortisol.
- How your diet affects your adrenal gland function and stress management capabilities.
- The importance of reframing your “stressors.”
- Why exercise isn’t always the answer: a common misconception.
- The individual picture: looking at your situation uniquely and adapting the process.
- Dr. Harbottle shares her initial assessment process and how she decides what tests to run.
- Sex hormones: what’s happening to your periods and how that’s affecting weight loss.
- How your hormones talk to each other; they’re not working in isolation.
- How sleep affects weight loss; the amount and quality you need.
- How sleep, stress, and blood sugar all play a systemic role in hormonal function.
- More on intermittent fasting and weight loss: it needs to be specific and individualized.
- The importance of being intuitive about diet and moving from restrictive to intuitive eating.
- When to seek advice and help with regards to your hormones and further testing.
- Why you need to look at age and stage when taking your weight loss into account.
- The effect testosterone levels have on weight loss; adding weight training to your regime.
Tweetables:
“My biggest thing when I deal with patients, whether it’s weight loss, digestion, or stress, is looking at how do we work with our body rather than against it.” — Sarah Harbottle [0:06:00]
“It’s not eat-less-move-more, per se, because if you are already in a sate where you are under chronic stress, the eat-less-move-more mentality will actually lead to increased stress in the body.” — Sarah Harbottle [0:13:00]
“One thing we want to keep in mind when we talk about hormones is [that] all of them are going to talk to each other — they are not working in isolation.” — Sarah Harbottle [0:19:07]
“What works or is beneficial for someone might be detrimental for someone else. Women are hormonally complex and we want to support that rather than take away from that.” — Sarah Harbottle [0:23:37]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Tuesday Feb 23, 2021
Tuesday Feb 23, 2021
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Vision Casting: How to Dream Your Life Into Reality with Coach, Mentor, and Leader Erinn Yakabuski
Episode 16: Show Notes.
By creating a powerful story or narrative about our life and where we’re going, rather than just setting a simple goal, it activates our subconscious and actively moves us towards that future reality. At least, that is the principle of vision casting, which is what today’s episode is all about. Our guest is Erinn Yakabuski, who is a coach, mentor, speaker, and jack of all trades. She and her sister also run a fitness and mentorship group called The Sisterhood Fitness. Tuning in, you’ll hear us dive right into all things goal-setting, and Erinn shares three steps to help you get unstuck and dream your life into reality, including tips and tricks to ensure that you propel yourself to the next level and make time for yourself in the meantime. Tune in today to find out more!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Find out a bit more about Erinn, her background, and what she does.
- What led her to begin her journey in the coaching and mentorship world.
- Erinn talks about her experience of taking a leap of faith and how rewarding it can be.
- The importance of trusting your gut and following your passions.
- How COVID helped push Erinn towards pursuing coaching full time.
- Learn about vision casting; three steps to get unstuck and dream your life into reality.
- The value of writing your vision down on paper and reading it daily.
- Hear about The Sisterhood group and the community they have built for women.
- How Erinn ensures that she makes time for herself and why self care should be a priority.
- Some of Erinn’s biggest hurdles as a mom and a business owner.
- The value of having a support group, especially during the isolation of the pandemic.
- The next big goals that Erinn and The Sisterhood are aspiring towards.
Tweetables:
“I could have stayed at the government, in my cubicle, excelling in that role forever, but I never would have found the fulfillment and passion and impact that I do in coaching and mentoring.” — Erinn Yakabuski [0:03:53]
“Give yourself permission to dream bigger!” — Erinn Yakabuski [0:10:24]
“I truly believe that your thoughts are your actions and your actions are your future.” — Erinn Yakabuski [0:12:19]
“For me, [self care] is something that you have to prioritize. It’s a decision you have to make for yourself to say, ‘Okay, I deserve this. I need this. I’m going to take it,’ otherwise it simply doesn’t happen.” — Erinn Yakabuski [0:17:37]
“It’s such a powerful thought, knowing that moms dictate the culture. How you want the home to be is how you be.” — Erinn Yakabuski [0:20:38]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
The Sisterhood Fitness on Instagram
The Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast
After years of bringing MOMS together by hosting evening get-togethers over glasses of wine, no kids or partners and a whole lot of common complaints, Brittany decided it was time to bring her female driven topics and #momdiscoveries to the podcasting platform. Here she talks all things life, health, fitness, kids, relationships – you name it, nothing is off the table! Diving deeper into all things motherhood & womanhood, she interviews some incredible guests finding tips and tricks, parenting hacks and longevity tips to make the most of our lives while keeping our sanity in check! It's time to get real, let go of the expectations we feel from the outside and begin to live a life of fulfillment. Show yourself some self love and take some selfcare time to listen in weekly!
show notes found at www.momsweatsanity.com
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Tuesday Feb 09, 2021
Fit at 40 and Beyond: How to Mitigate Hormonal Weight Gain Due to Perimenopause and Menopause with Jennifer Temperley
Jennifer Temperley Bio:
Episode 15: Show Notes.
Weight gain during perimenopause and menopause is a concern for a lot of women, but today’s guest wants you to know that those excess pounds aren't inevitable. Jennifer Temperley believes we don’t have to decline as we age, we should accelerate! Jen is a Triathlon USAT Certified Coach, personal trainer, certified spinning instructor, and competitive triathlete with over 15 years of experience. A division one collegiate swimmer and a USAT top-ranked triathlete, Jen is a true competitor. She transferred her passion for exercise into her business, Climb Fitness, where she empowers people to make changes to their current lifestyle. Her philosophy is that time spent exercising will be multiplied in terms of extra energy and a better ability to handle life’s ups and downs. As a married mother with two busy children, she understands that there are many facets to training, not least of which is life balance. Tune in to hear her advice for adapting your fitness routine, making simple daily changes, and getting the necessary nutrition, as well as embracing recovery days and realizing your potential!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Jennifer introduces herself by explains who she is and what she does.
- Like every industry, Jen believes you have to move and evolve in the sporting industry.s
- Common misconceptions in the sporting world when it comes to women’s physiques.
- How women can adapt their fitness routines and mitigate hormonal weight gain due to perimenopause or menopause.
- The importance of making simple daily changes at first rather than drastic shifts.
- Jen outlines her weekly fitness routine and how it has changed during COVID.
- Find out how Jen gets the necessary nutrition after pushing herself physically.
- Jen doesn’t like the word diet; she prefers “a way of living” that is enjoyable, sustainable, healthy, and manageable.
- What Jen’s recovery days look like now and why she fully embraces them.
- Hear a bit about what to expect from Jen’s new program coming out this year.
Tweetables:
“We don’t need to decline as we age, we need to accelerate.” — @climbfitness [0:06:26]
“It’s all about quality now. It’s having purpose in every single thing I do.” — @climbfitness [0:14:33]
“30 minutes, two to three times a week, if it’s the right activity, it can really make a difference.” — @climbfitness[0:14:57]
“It’s a way of living. Find something that is sustainable for you, something that makes you feel good, and is healthy, and is manageable.” — @climbfitness [0:18:54]
“At the end of the day, I want to push people. I want them to realize their potential.” — @climbfitness [0:27:19]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
The Menopause for Athletes Course
Brittany is the mom next door you hope to have as your gf! Being a mom is full-time... but having a side hustle for yourself is important too. Through years of kids, diapers, careers and some WTF moments, she has finally found an outlet to express the chaos, ask the questions and dive in to deeper learning and a space to call her own!
After years of bringing MOMS together by hosting evening get-togethers over glasses of wine, no kids or partners and a whole lot of common complaints, Brittany decided it was time to bring her female driven topics and #momdiscoveries to the podcasting platform. Here she talks all things life, health, fitness, kids, relationships – you name it, nothing is off the table! Diving deeper into all things motherhood, womanhood, and boss babe personal growth, she interviews some incredible guests finding tips and tricks, parenting hacks and longevity tips to make the most of our lives while keeping our sanity in check! It's time to get real, let go of the expectations we feel from the outside and begin to live a life of fulfillment for self. Show yourself some self love and take some selfcare time to listen in!
Brittany was a Realtor in her hometown of Vancouver before altering the look of her days and deciding to stay home to raise her kids...insert SAHM (stay at home mom) here. Although this was a choice she made, she always felt there was something missing in her path and from there, her self discovery began.
After a few years of blogging and some other side hustles, Brittanys interest in the Podcast world grew. As an avid listener, she realized this is a world of creativity she would love to express herself within.
With 21 years of partnership and 15+ years of marriage to her husband, 3 kids who are no longer babies and hitting the tween and teen years, family dramas, life stresses and anxieties, homeschooling and mental health hurdles... she has experienced many facets of life and is always open for further learning, education and knowledge.
Brittany is also a driven competitor. She loves a good Ironman Triathlon or Trail Run. You can find her any day of the week with Lululemons and running shoes on either coming from a weights session at the gym, finishing a spin with Peloton or heading to the local trails for a solid run with her girlfriends and dog.
Grab yourself a coffee, or a glass of wine, and tune in weekly to get to know Brittany a little more and learn all the tips from her amazing guest interviews!
Connect ---> instagram.com/mom.sweat.sanity
Tuesday Feb 02, 2021
Tuesday Feb 02, 2021
The Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast.
Welcome!
I hope you enjoyed todays podcast. Please RATE, REVIEW AND SHARE! I would be so grateful.
Find todays show notes below.
TMSS 14 Show Notes
Let’s Be Real: Mental Health – A Switch in Perspective: How Family Adapts
Episode 14: Show Notes.
Mental health is real; just because you can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not there. It is okay to feel the way you feel. It’s just a matter of finding your way out of it and not letting it suck you into an unhealthy situation. If we could all be a little more honest with each other, how much less lonely would we all feel? Our guest today is Hayley McLean, who is part of our extended family. Today we give some context to our honest conversation about the other side of mental health. We share some of our stories about watching our husbands struggle and how that affected our world, and how we wanted to be there for them and oftentimes fell short. Our spouses should be talking to us about certain things, but to unload that stress is not our doing. They should be talking to someone who has the expertise to help them. Our conversation today is candid, personal, raw, and real. Hayley dives deep into her personal experience dealing with, working through, getting on board, and realizing some specific things as her husband went through his own process of healing his mental health. She faced not only his struggles but conquered some of her own mountains in the process. Stay tuned for all this and more, in today’s episode.
Key Points From This Episode:
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We give context to our honest conversation for today; the other side of mental health.
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Hayley shares more context behind her husband, Ty’s, story.
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How stress and anxiety lead to a brewing storm; the silent killer.
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Getting used to the idea of an invisible injury and the process of healing.
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The official diagnosis: an anxiety attack mixed with low blood sugar.
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Getting on board the change of pace in restarting, jobless, but healing.
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How Hayley had to deal with the idea of putting all her eggs in someone else’s basket.
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Realizing how she had been selling herself short and that she could, in fact, do anything!
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A shift in perspective that seemed daunting, but ended up being so necessary.
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How switching roles has impacted their relationship and helped them find a newfound respect
for each other.
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Hayley discusses outlets for her own mental health, like taking time for herself.
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How recognizing your own feelings is pertinent to sustaining your mental health.
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More about her husband’s journey and the steps they’ve taken to help in his healing.
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The benefits of seeing a counselor, both when things are good or when they are bad.
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We discuss whether or not kids should see their parents walk through tough times.
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Hayley shares more about Ty’s new venture, The Benevolent Bench, and being an advocate
for men’s mental health.
Tweetables:
© 2021 Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast 1
TMSS 14 Show Notes
“Exercise and eating properly is the number one thing you can do for anxiety.” — Hayley McLean [0:10:20]
“It was terrifying but so exciting to try and get out of the mundane work-stress life, and move into a place that we love.” — Hayley McLean [0:18:15]
“Being healthy and happy is more important than anything.” — Hayley McLean [0:28:15]
“You cannot be honest with other people until you are honest with yourself.” — Hayley McLean
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“I think it is a really important job that our generation has been given to break the stigma of dad being super tough and [working] all the time, and do all this.” — Hayley McLean [0:40:47]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Britt Anderson
Britt Anderson on Instagram
Hayley McLean
The Benevolent Bench on Instagram The Benevolent Bench Podcast
The Benevolent Bench on Spotify Mental Health Resource BC
Family Services of the North Shore Bell Let’s Talk Resources
© 2021 Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast
Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Tuesday Jan 26, 2021
Breast Implant Illness: Shelby’s Explant Journey and Why YOU Are Not Alone
Episode 13: Show Notes.
more info at www.momsweatsanity.com
If you haven’t heard of breast implant illness, that is because it’s a relatively new term for a condition that hasn’t been fully defined and isn’t yet medically recognized, at least not in an official capacity. Today, you hear from Shelby Kennedy. Yes, the same Shelby Kennedy you heard from a few weeks back, but this wife, mother, business owner, and fashion and lifestyle influencer is here to talk about a completely different topic – today, Shelby sheds some light on the world of breast implant illness, otherwise known as BII. In this episode, Shelby unpacks BII and shares a bit about her symptoms and her post-operative recovery. Learn about the full timeline of Shelby’s struggle with BII – from the first symptoms until her explant surgery – and find out what she learned along the way about advocating for her own health and trusting her gut. Most importantly, Shelby wants others suffering from this debilitating disease to know that they are not alone, and she urges women who suspect their implants are making them sick to do their research and reach out to her if they feel they need support. Tune in today to find out more.
Key Points From This Episode:
- How old Shelby was when she got breast implants and why she decided to get them.
- Making the connection between her symptoms and her implants took Shelby a long time.
- Her symptoms started after four months, including painful ovarian cysts and gut issues.
- Hear the full timeline of Shelby’s struggle with BII, up until she tried to have a baby and was diagnosed with endometriosis.
- Dealing with chronic pain and coping with loss after having both fallopian tubes removed.
- After being diagnosed with a late stage seroma, Shelby had two choices: Remove her implants or replace them.
- The dialogue (or lack of dialogue) around the risks associated with breast implants.
- Shelby talks about giving up her last chance to carry a child after having a full hysterectomy.
- One benefit of the hysterectomy was that Shelby could stop taking prescription painkillers.
- In early 2019, Shelby started to experience unexplained bruising and chronic fatigue.
- Come June 2019, Shelby started experiencing terrifying symptoms, and she lists all of them in case they resonate with anyone listening.
- A neurologist told Shelby she had functional neurological disorder, which means they couldn’t link her symptoms to any disease.
- Deciding to take another route, Shelby advocated for her own health and visited a naturopath.
- How, when a friend told Shelby that she believed her implants were making her sick, Shelby had a light bulb moment.
- Shelby explains why – even if she has no proof – she believes BII gave her endometriosis.
- How implants can cause autoimmune conditions from the body rejecting a foreign entity.
- Finally, Shelby had her implants removed in February 2020 and everything changed.
- Whether or not cosmetic surgeons recognize BII and the benefits of explants.
- How common BII is – Shelby discovered that a disturbing number of women are sick.
- Shelby urges women who suspect they have BII to do their research and to reach out to her.
- Shelby asks listeners what they would sacrifice for perfect breasts.
- Find out why Shelby chose to document her journey with BII and how she connected with Explant Liaison in the US.
- Recovery isn’t linear, and Shelby speaks candidly about the medications still needs.
Tweetables:
“[For] my own personal reasons and my own struggles and challenges, I had two choices. One would be to remove my breast implants and go without, and the second would be to replace them. I chose to replace them, unfortunately.” — Shelby Kennedy [0:15:37]
“You need to advocate for your own health because, right now, don’t let anyone tell you that there is a test that is going to tell you that it’s breast implant illness.” — Shelby Kennedy [0:30:04]
“How could my beloved breast implants – that cost me thousands of dollars and, I understood, made me feel great and sexy and all these amazing things – be making me sick for eight years? I was flabbergasted.” — Shelby Kennedy [0:31:58]
“No one is going to validate you. I think, at this point, the medical system has failed us. I know that there are a lot of people advocating, there are a lot of people trying to get the word out, and to get more tests done, and to get these women and question them, try to make connections.” — Shelby Kennedy [0:45:00]
“[Recovery is] a constant process of letting go and moving forward, a constant process of accepting and living for the now.” — Shelby Kennedy [0:56:37]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
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After years of bringing MOMS together by hosting evening get-togethers over glasses of wine, no kids or partners and a whole lot of common complaints, Brittany decided it was time to bring her female driven topics and #momdiscoveries to the podcasting platform. Here she talks all things life, health, fitness, kids, relationships – you name it, nothing is off the table! Diving deeper into all things motherhood & womanhood, she interviews some incredible guests finding tips and tricks, parenting hacks and longevity tips to make the most of our lives while keeping our sanity in check! It's time to get real, let go of the expectations we feel from the outside and begin to live a life of fulfillment. Show yourself some self love and take some selfcare time to listen in weekly!
show notes found at www.momsweatsanity.com
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
Tuesday Jan 19, 2021
The Mom Sweat Sanity Podcast
Thanks for Listening In!
The Stigma Surrounding the Cute Baby Bump and All Things Pregnancy
012. The Stigma Surrounding Body Image During Pregnancy: All things Pregnancy During COVID-19
Episode 12: Show Notes.
We have all been affected by the pandemic in many ways, from feelings of isolation to forming different habits and finding new ways of connecting. Joining us on the podcast today to talk about her experiences of pregnancy during 2020 and into the new year, is personal trainer and pilates instructor, Hayley McGowan! Hayley is a beautiful and powerful mother-to-be and she gets real with us about the journey and challenges she has faced along the way. We talk about loneliness, and the separation from loved ones that she has had to endure, with Hayley explaining how difficult it has been going through pregnancy in this way. Hayley also shares her thoughts on the issues of body image and people's comments on the changes we experience as a baby grows inside us! There seems to be a bit of a mismatch between what many people think is appropriate to say to a pregnant woman and what is actually supportive and considerate. Internal and external expectations can weigh on us so heavily and Hayley is very open and honest about the parts of this she has found most challenging in the last year or so. She also speaks about the legacy of miscarriages and how this can affect the way a new pregnancy and expected birth is viewed. So for a personal and unfiltered chat with a great friend and guest, make sure to tune in today!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Hayley's career, life during the pandemic, and her pregnancy!
- The effects of 2020, the pandemic, and pregnancy on Hayley's work.
- Expectations and pressure in the fitness industry around pregnancy.
- Unsolicited comments about pregnant bodies, and the different forms these take.
- The most difficult parts of Hayley's pregnancy — dealing with isolation and loneliness.
- Hayley's feelings going into her pregnancy and her early thoughts on children.
- The effects of the miscarriages that Hayley and her partner have experienced.
- Supporting mental health and the difficulties that Hayley has been having.
- Hayley's goals for completing more mountain bike races post-pregnancy!
- Giving yourself the space you need to spend longer in bed!
- Lessons from Hayley's background in sport and Ironman events.
- The training that pregnancy is giving Hayley for future sporting challenges!
- A message about kindness and patience from Hayley to all our listeners.
- Hayley's current morning routine and how it compares with what it was previously.
Tweetables:
“I don't get to see my best friends, I have five best girlfriends from when we were 13 and I haven't been able to see them. I am the last one of the group to have a baby.” — @hayleymcgowan [0:12:42]
“I don't get to get together with everyone in my life who loves me and supports me and who I love and support and have supported through their journeys.” — @hayleymcgowan [0:14:33]
“All the things that I identify with and that I love and I enjoy have been taken away. Which is a sacrifice I am grateful to make.” — @hayleymcgowan [0:15:20]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
The Never List: Shifting Your Toxic Load One Lipstick at a Time
with guest Jennifer Nottingham
Episode 11: Show Notes.
Most of us probably don’t spend too much time thinking about the chemicals in our skincare products, but did you know that what you put on your body is as important as what you put in it? Today’s guest, Jennifer Nottingham, is on a mission to help others lighten their toxic load. After struggling with hormonal health, Jennifer has found what works for her and wants to share what she has learned. In this episode, we discuss the importance of advocating for your own health and how Jennifer uses Western and holistic medicine practices to honour her needs. We then learn more about toxic load and some of the astonishing side effects of toxin overexposure and bioaccumulation. Jennifer also sheds light on the policy and regulation side of personal care products and why the industry is so unregulated. Realistically, it is not possible to get rid of all harmful chemicals, but there are some small steps you can take to see significant changes. Jennifer shares which personal care products you should try to swap as soon as you can, along with the ingredients we should all be avoiding. To hear more, tune in today!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Get to know Jennifer, the hats she wears, and how she became interested in wellbeing.
- Some of the powerful quotes that inspired Jennifer to take action and start her blog.
- How Jennifer’s hormonal health led her to learn about holistic health.
- The definition of toxic load and what we should be looking out for.
- Jennifer’s experience navigating between the Western and holistic medicine worlds.
- Some of the adverse effects of toxin overexposure.
- Why the current guidelines around appropriate toxin levels in beauty products fall short.
- Approaching a personal care product overhaul like you would a diet: use the 80/20 rule.
- How Jennifer found Beautycounter and the benefits of using the platform.
- Findings around the lack of regulation with personal care products and the reason for this.
- Cosmetics and personal care products don’t have to go through the FDA!
- Why Canada, a progressive country, is not more stringently regulating the personal care industry.
- The ingredients Jennifer recommends you avoid where possible.
- Where to start if you want to decrease personal care toxic load.
Tweetables:
“The same way what we eat matters, what we put on our bodies matters too.” — Jennifer Nottingham [0:06:41]
“There’s enough studies out there that show the stuff we put on our body goes into it and can enter the bloodstream.” — Jennifer Nottingham [0:16:05]
“The other thing I really love about cleaner products is that it’s actually good for you. There's a lot of really good ingredients.” — Jennifer Nottingham [0:30:14]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:
Jennifer Nottingham on Instagram
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Tuesday Jan 05, 2021
Finding Your Inner Strength and Power Through Divorce: Rebuilding Yourself then Building the Life of Your Dreams
Episode 10: Show Notes.
What would you do if you found yourself in a relationship that is not serving you, one that is not fulfilling your needs? Whatever relationship you are in that is not serving you – whether it be a marriage, partnership, or friendship – today on the show, you will hear from a mother, wife, business owner, and fashion and lifestyle influencer, Shelby Kennedy, who shares her divorce story. Find out how she discovered her inner strength to pull the ripcord, find self-love, and build the life of her dreams, and hear her advice for those who are stuck in a loveless marriage and afraid of moving forward. She also talks about the importance of acceptance, getting to know yourself on your own terms, and finding external support when your cup overflows, as well as making time for self-care and living for today, so make sure not to miss this episode!
Key Points From This Episode:
- Shelby provides listeners with a glimpse into her life and work.
- How and why Shelby made the decision to leave a marriage that wasn’t serving her needs.
- The process of finding herself post-divorce by traveling the world on her own.
- Shelby believes that no one, including your kids, deserves to live in a loveless marriage.
- Where Shelby landed after her travels and learned how to stand on her own two feet.
- Because she only knew “me and you”, Shelby had to get to know and love herself.
- The difference between young love and mature love is acceptance.
- Shelby’s advice for those stuck or afraid of moving forward: Trust your gut!
- The people that were there for Shelby when she was going through her hardest times.
- Shelby reflects on the stresses of COVID and how it affects our relationships.
- Finding support for mental health issues when your cup overflows and you’re overwhelmed.
- Learn about the nighttime routine that allows Shelby to make time for self-care.
- Words of wisdom Shelby hopes to impart on her daughter – live for today, don’t rush.
- Just because you’ve been with someone for a long time doesn’t mean it’s good for you.
- What’s next for Shelby, like starting a new business with her husband.
Tweetables:
“It was wading through a lot of learning and excitement and adventure, but also trying to forgive myself for getting married [young] and thinking I was ready when, in the end, I truly wasn’t and it wasn’t right.” — Shelby Kennedy [0:08:21]
“How can you love someone else if you don’t love yourself? How can you know what you’re looking for if you don’t really understand who you are? Essentially, that’s what I hoped to do because, when I left my husband, I only knew ‘me and you’, I [didn’t] know ‘Shelby by herself.’” — Shelby Kennedy [0:13:56]
“To my daughter, I say, ‘Trust your gut, listen to your mother, and don’t rush. Live for today! Enjoy your life for today. Don’t be governed by fear.’” — Shelby Kennedy [0:29:32]
Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: