Some of the BIGGEST barriers with pelvic floor issues is many women don’t want to mention them. However, Dr. Maetzold approaches urogynecology with wisdom and gentleness that makes you comfortable . Also she is able to do it with a sense of humor, and assures us that we are NOT alone with thesecommon issues! Some hot topics we dive right into like can we prevent pelvic floor disorders like peeing when you cough, laugh or sneeze? She gives us her hot takes on undergarments and when to not wear underwear! We also cover pads and the times she says she doesn't want you to use them..And we talk soap on our vaginas and how we could end up in a cycle of irritation .
How many Kegel exercises are we going to have to do for the rest of our lives?

Nurse Practitioner Spring Boeddeker is someone who has a wealth of sleep knowledge. We connected on a parental standpoint on sleep and kids. While her expertise in the Sleep Clinic deals primarily with adults, She helps with that mother perspective in seeing the signs of your kids who are hungry for sleep. When the best time to do homework is. And when is it totally pointless when our kids can learn if they are deprived of the sleepy goodness. Why does she liken herself to a kind of life coach? Sleep is so much about life with how it’s affecting our overall health. We also discuss how the overall impression of most adults is that their sleep isn’t so bad that it’s hurting them. But the reality is Much different then perception. Also we talk about how a person’s weight use to be a major focal point in sleep disorders, but how current data show There are many other varying factors that play a part.

Back to Basics for kids health with Nurse Practitioner Kalee Wysuph is a conversation that Is like sitting down with your best mom friend who’s been through it all and you just Need that solid boost from. She is a strait shooter with her advise and how getting our Kids feeling their best comes down to the fundamentals of a healthy lifestyle. She has known her whole life that she wanted to be a nurse. Her desire to help a family or a child was her motivation after experience the traumatic loss of her parents as a girl. Kalee had obstacles to get her to where she is and realizing her Dream to be a nurse and then surpassing that to become a Nurse Practitioner. Her heart is all about kids and so Pediatrics was just the right fit. And she also gives us a peek into her family life too with her four kids and husband. Raising kids in a very active family and how they parent is an example of practicing what she preaches at work too. Being able to connect with parents on raising their babies to young adults and she’ll share how that works in her practice . She loves what she does, and her vibe comes out crystal clear in this episode. You’ll get some inspiration and likely find why Parents love to have her as their children’s NP.

Getting to sit down with Mandi Wheeler who's forte is in ENT, Ears Nose and Throat at Essentia Health. It's fascinating the way Mandi can just bring that girl next door vibe to her patients while wearing her Certified Nurse Practitioner professional title. She's a small town girl with a big heart to help and she proves that ENT is a practice where she sees all walks of life. How does she put her medicine practice spin on things....well there's a reason she calls herself a private investigator

We have a special guest host on this episode. Local radio broadcaster Robbie Daniels leads the interview, and as a 2 time Melanoma survivor she brings such a personal side to our dermatology episode with Dr. Beehler "NO such thing as a good burn". These knowledgeable women get real about skin health and care as well as some of the daily things we all can practice with our skin. They cover burning questions about skin health and what are the truly necessary steps…. How much money do you have to spend? Can you get by with less or do you need more when it comes to your skin health and with early signs of aging. Or what should you do when a pimple won’t heal? That could be a sign you need to look in to. And they cover a step by step process of melanoma and skin cancer tests. From clinic appointment to biopsy and stiches. Do you need to spend a fortune to get good results with spf and skin care regimens. And How MUCH spf’s do you really need?

Dr. Munro sees clearly. No, literally has no need for any corrective lenses and never has. This reality about her eye health and vision is part of what propelled her into her practice in optometry. Jessica also comes with some very practical things we can do right now to improve our vision as well as what to avoid! And knowing the No-No's is just as important as knowing what you should be doing!
We made a no-no list and we kick it off with a warning of what you should NEVER be using when it comes to your eyes. A true HARD stop to help your health and vision.
I'll also get her hot take on eye makeup and false lashes.
And she spills on the makeup that's not great for you but admits to wearing every day. BUT, it comes with a doctors warning on how to wear "it" safely. Also, she's got an amazing makeup remover hack that you'll love!

Amy Hieb – Clinical dietician at the Essentia Health Cancer Center Is the Ditch the D word podcast guest. She’s a Deep thinker in life. It’s fun t o hear about her interests and family, but she Is inspiring with direction in your nutritional wellness too! She’ll break down her explanation as to why you need a plan for your plan. And a goal for your goal. The word that she hates and wishes we could stop using it entirely! And the one word She has for us to LIVE by. She talks about what she'd like to see in the future and it's a connection to nature that can amplify your wellness.

From the Multiple disease's that are managed in Internal Medicine, staying up to date on research, delivering expceptional patient care all the way to being apart of welcoming atmostphere in our health care systems... the list goes on when speaking with Dr. Ana in this "we deal with everything" episode. Getting personal with Dr. Ana and how her goal every day is to have a work life balance. We can hear the fire in her voice over some EXCITING things happening medications that help those who are overweight and suffer from diabetes. I'll also deep dive into the story behind how a little farm girl from Porto Rico who wanted to be a vet became a doctor and practicing medicine in North Dakota.

Here is what you’ll get out of this podcast episode: Mental Health Empowerment. Mental Health is one of the biggest topics of concern in our country today. But in this episode with Dr. Jo Ellison, PhD, LP, and we look to make things tangible for women’s health and the health of our kids. We discuss parents and how to listen to their kids when they want help with there mental health as well as the shift that happens. From childhood to teenager and how that affects their mental load. Dr. Ellison gives us big “take aways” about mental health. Like How it’s rarely about “one” factor. Also, what does she call a one-sided relationship that is all about you and it is magical?

Tessa Martin is an Athletic Trainer with Essentia Health and SHE is going to be our savior in fittings for the sports bras we need! Tessa says the right sports bra is INCREDIBLY important for sports and she thinks it should be treated as protective equipment, muchLike jocks straps are! But what if you’re not an athlete? No problem, because if you have breasts you must have the right fit in your bra.The importance of finding the right sports bra can be confusing, challenging and expensive. So we’re bringing you the life hack whenIt comes to getting a sports bra that’s so good you’ll forget your wearing a bra. Now that’s saying something!We also get to get into details about Tessa's career and her time with Essentia at Sheyenne High School as well as being a dog mama too!