Tips, Triumphs & Real Talk About Balancing It All

Motherhood isn’t always picture-perfect. Sometimes? It’s pure survival mode! 

In this episode, we’re sharing the real, unfiltered side of being a mom: the never-ending multitasking, the overlooked wins, the fails and the constant pressure to “do it all.” 

This episode is for any mom who needs validation, support, and a reminder that it’s OK to not have it all figured out. If you’ve ever wondered, “How do women do this ... without other women?” — we've got you! 

Everything We're Covering:

• Why it’s healthy to let your kids fail sometimes
• Understanding the different "seasons of motherhood"
• How to be more present and make the most of these fleeting memories
• Getting caught mid-intimacy — and our favorite excuses! 
• The miracle of home delivery services 
• Mom guilt, mom brain & choosing between that solo Target run or just taking a nap

Meet Your Experts:

Joining host Carrie Esposito (mom, podcast host, and functional & plastic surgery patient) is a powerhouse panel of mothers who get it — because they’re living it, too:

• Stacie Isler, PA-C – Mom of 3 and experienced physician assistant and aesthetic medicine professional who knows what it’s like to juggle family, thriving career and self-care.
• Dr. Marguerite Weston – Functional medicine expert, mom of 2 and trusted provider helping women optimize their health through all stages of life — from fertility to postpartum to menopause.
• Sami Bossert – Entrepreneur, mom and owner of PTULA athletic wear — with baby #3 on the way and an honest perspective on balancing business and motherhood.

Peeling Back The Curtain (& Bedsheets) To Highlight Misconceptions About Menopause!

We kicked off Asking For A Friend live with cocktails and a candid conversation about a topic that affects every woman eventually: menopause. In this special episode, we’re laying it all out with unfiltered insight and expert perspectives, along with some good laughs about sex, hormones and the real-life experience of aging in a woman’s body.

This episode is for anyone out there who wants honest answers about menopause, hormone health and intimacy — without the awkwardness! 

Everything We're Covering:

• Why menopause happens 
• Menopause vs Perimenopause: how to know what you're experiencing 
• What a DUTCH test is and how it can reveal hormone imbalances
• Root-cause treatment options that go beyond symptom masking
• Is "Man O Pause" a real thing for men?
• The sad realization that alcohol and menopause don’t mix well
• The truth about declining libido and what to do about it
• Tips for navigating this new phase with confidence, connection and compassion

Meet Your Experts:

Joining host Carrie Esposito (who’s asking all the questions you’ve been too shy to bring up) are three bold and brilliant guests ready to make menopause make sense:

• Dr. Marguerite Weston – A double board-certified functional medicine physician helping women understand what’s really happening during menopause and how to get back to feeling like themselves again.
• Kim Pheiffer – Interior design CEO and empowered woman currently navigating her own menopause journey with honesty, humor and the perfect blend of HRT.
• Chris Ebert – Dentist, husband and hormone health advocate sharing what it’s like to support a partner through menopause while exploring his own path with hormone therapy.

We Don't Have To Go Through Menopause The Way Mom Did!

We need to have the talk. You know the one! The one about hormones — because they do way more than just cause hot flashes. In this episode, we’re breaking down the role estrogen and progesterone play in everything from mood to memory to metabolism, and why the first signs of perimenopause are often easy to miss (until they’re not!).

Whether you’re in your 30s, 40s or beyond, understanding your hormones is one of the most powerful things you can do for your energy, your mindset and your overall well-being.

⭐Everything We're Covering⭐

• The impact of low estrogen beyond just hot flashes and low libido
• Brain fog and how hormones might be to blame
• Why creatine could be your new best friend
• Is hormone replacement therapy (HRT) actually safe?
• What to take for hormone balance and lasting energy
• How to reduce brain fog during perimenopause
• Why building and maintaining muscle becomes critical as we age
• The hormonal impact of alcohol (and how much is too much)
• Tips to naturally balance hormones and boost energy
• … & more insight you won’t find on your "For You" page

Meet Your Experts:

Joining host Carrie Esposito (who's asking all the questions we've been too shy to bring up) are three passionate experts dedicated to helping women feel like themselves again:

⚕️ Dr. Marguerite Weston — A double board-certified functional medicine physician who helps women uncover the root cause of their symptoms and take back control of their health using evidence-based lifestyle, supplement and hormone strategies.

👩‍⚕️ Angie Scala, NP – Nurse practitioner and fertility specialist who offers a fresh, compassionate take on hormonal health, from perimenopause to postmenopause.

🧘‍♀️ Tiffany Wagner – Health-minded working mom, runner and yogi, bringing her honest perspective on what it’s really like navigating hormonal shifts while balancing a full life.

What’s Worth It, What's Not & How To Age Like You — Not A Totally Different Person! 

Let’s talk about aging gracefully — not erasing every line but enhancing your natural beauty! In this episode, we’re breaking down how facial plastic surgery and professional medspa treatments can help you look and feel like the best version of yourself. We're also uncovering some of those shadier TikTok trends that could damage your skin or speed up the aging process! 

From the strategic facelift to science-backed supplements, our experts are clearing the air on what’s safe, what works, and what’s just noise.

Everything We're Covering:

• Treatments by decade: what’s worth considering at 20, 30, 40 and beyond — based on biology and research, not what social media says! 
• Supplements that can actually improve skin health (and which ones are just hype)
• The truth about red light therapy: what it can do, and what it definitely can’t
• Why facial surgery has one of the highest satisfaction rates in plastic surgery
• The reasons why getting a facelift in your 50s may lead to better results than waiting until 60
• How young is too young for filler & retinol 

Meet Your Experts:

Joining host Carrie Esposito (who is considering a facelift herself) are the experts who know everything there is about face procedures, surgical recovery & skin health: 

• Dr. Michelle Sieffert – Board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in facial rejuvenation procedures. With a focus on enhancing natural beauty through expertly performed facelifts, neck lifts, blepharoplasty and more, Dr. Sieffert helps patients age on their own terms!
• Marguerite Weston, MD, IFMCP – Functional medicine provider helping patients understand the root causes behind skin aging and weight fluctuations. Her holistic approach blends nutrition, supplementation and lifestyle support to improve overall skin quality and slow aging naturally.

🎥 Watch The Full Episode On YouTube Here! 

Exploring The Health Benefits Of Plastic Surgery

We're cutting through the noise and getting real about tummy tucks, liposuction and what happens to your body during plastic surgery. From muscle repair to excess skin removal, this candid conversation dives into the medical and cosmetic benefits of these procedures!  

Whether you're curious about recovery, prepping for surgery or wondering what’s truly possible, our experts break it all down.

Everything We're Covering:

• How tummy tucks go beyond aesthetics to improve core strength and health.
• Should I get a tummy tuck or do liposuction?
• What happens during pregnancy that changes your body permanently?
• How much fat can actually be removed with liposuction?
• Recovery timelines and what to expect every step of the way.
• Whether results are permanent — and how to maintain them.
• What surgeons specifically do to create natural-looking results.

Plus, we’re tackling one of the most common concerns we hear SO often: If you get liposuction in one area, does the fat just move somewhere else?

Meet Your Experts:

Joining host Carrie Esposito (who is a tummy tuck patient herself) are the experts who know this process inside and out:

• Dr. Michelle Sieffert – Board-certified plastic surgeon, breaking down what happens in the OR.
• Dr. Marguerite Weston, MD, IFMCP – Functional medicine expert, sharing how to prepare for surgery and optimize recovery.
• Olivia Wolever, PA-C – Clinical physician assistant, guiding patients through post-op care.

🎥 Watch The Full Episode On YouTube Here! 

Whether you've heard it called Ozempic, Wegovy or semaglutide, we are almost certain you have heard of the prescription weight loss injections that have taken over our social media feeds!

In this episode, we’re diving into the science, misconceptions and realities of these fat loss injections, plus the lifestyle strategies that can help you feel stronger and more confident — at any stage of your life.

The Topics We're Covering Include: 

• The buzz around Ozempic: why is it so popular right now, and is it right for you?
• What is food noise, and how does semaglutide help quiet it?
• How much protein you actually need in a day?
• How you can use fasting for weight loss, and why it is easier for men.
• Supplements that are worth it — and the ones that aren’t.
• How our approach to diet and exercise needs to evolve with our bodies as they change with age (hello, menopause, is that you?).

Joining The Conversation:

• Dr. Marguerite Weston, a functional medicine expert breaking down the science of sustainable fat loss and overall health.
• Adrienne Yanich, NP, an aesthetics and semaglutide specialist helping patients feel confident and empowered through education. 
• Dr. Katie D'Amato, a physical therapist and functional strength movement advocate emphasizing the importance of maintaining muscle as we age.

Together, these experts use their lived experiences to answer the very real questions they face about nutrition care, weight loss and prescription medications as you continue to navigate through the sea of advertisements and headlines! 

Get Clarity On How To Look Refreshed, Never Overdone  
Today, we are going further than skin-deep to answer your top questions about Botox, fillers and how to achieve a balanced and refreshed look. Our experts break down the science, artistry and possibilities of medical-grade skincare, injectables and the cutting-edge treatments the world needs to know about!

Everything We're Covering:

• How to refine your appearance while still looking natural. 
• The #1 game-changing treatment for skin tightening.
• Treatments that are worth the money and the ones that are just a waste of time.
• When (and why) to start using dermal fillers.
• Barbie Botox — what is it, and does it really work?
• Solutions for dark under-eye circles.
• Exploring the Daxxify glow: is it all it’s hyped up to be?

Plus, we’ll unwrap the best off-label uses for Botox, including treatments for headaches, excessive sweating and more!
Joining host Carrie Esposito are the experts who understand skin health like the back of their even-toned & well-moisturized hands: 

• Dr. Marguerite Weston, a double board-certified functional medicine physician.
• Stacie Isler, PA-C, an experienced physician assistant specializing in plastic surgery and medspa treatments.
• Adrienne Yanich, APRN, a registered nurse and board-certified aesthetic nurse specialist with unmatched expertise in Botox, fillers and more.

Together, these experts discuss how injectables can enhance facial harmony while keeping results natural and refined, sharing the tips and phrases to bring up the next time you're in the chair!

Watch The Full Episode On YouTube

Are those viral diet plans and at-home skin "hacks" really as effective as they claim? Spoiler alert: most of them aren't just ineffective – they could actually be harmful to your health!

Host Carrie Esposito is joined by Marguerite Weston, MD (a double board-certified functional medicine physician), medical aesthetician Nikki Rucinsky and an extremely busy mother Liz Donaldson to tackle some of the most misleading diet and beauty trends that have hijacked our feeds.

From fad diets that promise quick fixes to skincare gadgets that are more hype than help, this episode uncovers the truth behind the trends. Dr. Weston breaks down why fad diets often fail, the potential risks they pose, and what to focus on instead of feeling your best. While Nikki uses her expertise to weigh in on the skincare trends that flood social media, exposing the gimmicks and offering expert advice on what truly works for aging gracefully.

Your Skin & Gut Health Will Thank You!
Whether you're looking to separate fact from fiction when it comes to health and beauty or just want to hear from trusted professionals who know their stuff, this episode is packed with honest insights and expert advice you won’t want to miss.

🎥: Watch the full video episode on YouTube here!

In the premiere episode of Asking for a Friend, we’re bringing in the experts from Donaldson to shed light on one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures: breast augmentation. 

Join Carrie, Jeffrey Donaldson, MD, board-certified plastic surgeon, along with Dr. Marguerite Weston, double board-certified functional medicine physician, and skincare expert Nikki Rucinsky, as they discuss everything you need to know about breast augmentation — from breast implant safety to finding the right size. Plus, you won’t want to miss the unexpected debate: Can a breast aug actually save you money in the long run?

Whether you’re considering the procedure or simply curious about the realities of plastic surgery, this episode helps break down the stigmas and offers transparent expert insights and the very real answers you've been looking for.

🎥: Watch the full video episode on YouTube here!