In this episode of The Double Dose of Wellness Podcast, Andrea and Nicki dive deeper into one of the most common patterns emotional eating, restriction, and the “food cycles” that show up during stressful seasons of life.

Instead of focusing on willpower, discipline, or more rules, this conversation explores what’s beneath those moments when you’re standing in the kitchen after a long day… or when you suddenly find yourself soothing, numbing, or controlling through food.

You’ll hear real stories, gentle insights, and the nervous system lens that has helped so many of our clients rebuild trust with their bodies.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and create a new relationship with your body; one grounded in compassion, not control.

If this episode resonates, share it with a friend or join the conversation with us on Instagram at @doubledoseofwellness.

SHOW NOTES: The Body Scan Map

Use this gentle body scan anytime an urge, craving, or emotional pull shows up around food. This is a simple way to reconnect with your body and notice what it’s truly asking for.

Head / Crown

Signs: mental overload, looping thoughts.

What it means: you’re craving quiet or clarity.

Forehead 

Signs: tension or heaviness.

What it means: you’re doubting yourself or ignoring your intuition.

Throat

Signs: tightness, lump, pressure.

What it means: unspoken feelings or holding back your truth.

Chest / Heart

Signs: ache, emptiness, heaviness.

What it means: longing for connection, reassurance, or safety.

Solar Plexus (under ribs)

Signs: knot, fluttering, anxiety.

What it means: feeling out of control, overwhelmed, or powerless.

Lower Abdomen / sacral area

Signs: tension, heaviness, constriction.

What it means: suppressed emotion, suppressed pleasure, guilt for wanting rest or more ease.

Pelvis / root

Signs: uneasiness, instability, restlessness.

What it means: needing grounding, stability, or a sense of being anchored.

In this episode of The Double Dose of Wellness twins Andrea and Nicki dive into the surprising link between inflammation and estrogen and why it matters more than you think. You'll learn

How inflammation affects your liver, gut, and hormone balance.

Why estrogen build-up isn’t always about having “too much.”

The role of your gut’s estrobolome and how it can make or break estrogen metabolism.

Practical, science-backed ways to calm inflammation, support your liver, and help your hormones function the way they should.\

Key Takeaway: Your hormones aren’t broken they’re just overwhelmed. Grab your tea, get comfy, and join us for this dive into the gut-liver-hormone connection that every woman needs to understand.

You’ve cleaned up your diet, added the supplements, maybe even started meditating but if your sleep’s off inflammation can still be running the show. 

In this episode we unpack how poor sleep fuels inflammation, hormone imbalance, cravings, and that “tired but wired” feeling so many women live with.

Then, we’ll guide you through simple, realistic shifts to help you reset your rhythm. 

This week’s challenge:

You love your morning coffee but is it secretly fueling inflammation? The answer isn’t what you think.

In this episode the twins break down the myths around coffee and inflammation, explaining why it’s not the coffee itself that’s the issue. From cortisol timing and gut health to what you add to your cup, this episode breaks down the science in simple relatable terms.

If this episode made you rethink your morning ritual share it with a friend who loves her latte as much as you do, and don’t forget to follow and leave a review. It helps more women find this space and feel empowered to live in rhythm with their bodies.

Have you ever noticed how stress, guilt, or that constant need to “do more” can actually show up in your body:  fatigue, bloating, breakouts, or inflammation? In this episode we dive deep into the mind-body connection and explore how chronic stress keeps your body inflamed even when you’re eating all the “right” foods.

We walk through five transformative steps to cultivate an anti-inflammatory mindset  one that supports healing not just physically, but emotionally and mentally.

This episode blends practical tools, real talk, and science-backed insights.

Step 1: Awareness of Triggers (Mental and Physical)

Techniques to Try:

Step 2: Replace Self-Criticism with Self-Compassion

Techniques to Try:

Step 3: Reframe Stress  From Enemy to Messenger

Step 4: Protect Your Energy with Boundaries

Step 5: Cultivate Calm and Gratitude

In this deeply personal episode of Double Dose of Wellness we open up about our miscarriage experiences. October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month.

Our hope is that by opening up we help remove the stigma, create space for healing, and remind women and families experiencing loss that they are not alone.

We share: How we found out about each pregnancy and the emotions that came with it. The moments we realized something was wrong. The reality of loss—physically, emotionally, and relationally. Gentle encouragement for anyone walking this path today.

A&N Holistic Health Coaching Coaching

Disclaimer: This episode discusses miscarriage, pregnancy loss, and related experiences. It may bring up strong emotions or be triggering for some listeners. Please listen with care and pause if you need to. If you are currently experiencing a loss, or have recently, please reach out to a trusted friend, healthcare provider, or support group for additional care.

Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Centre (PILSC) – ⁠pilsc.org⁠

BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre – Pregnancy Loss Clinic – ⁠bcwomens.ca⁠ MISS Foundation Canada – ⁠missfoundation.org⁠

Canadian Pregnancy Loss Support – ⁠pregnancyloss.ca⁠ Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support – ⁠nationalshare.org⁠

In this continuation of The Pregnancy Diaries series, 3 part series Andrea and Nicki open up about what really happens after birth; the raw, unfiltered postpartum journey that no one fully prepares you for.

From physical recovery and sleepless nights to emotional shifts, body image, identity changes, and the myths around “bouncing back,” this episode explores it all with honesty, compassion, and a touch of humor.

As twins, healthcare professionals, and moms, Andrea and Nicki share their personal experiences, the struggles, the unexpected joys, and the lessons learned along the way, and sharing what’s "normal" and not talked about enough, and how to truly support yourself (and others) in this tender season.

Whether you’re a new mom, expecting, or supporting someone in their postpartum chapter, this conversation is your gentle reminder that every journey is unique, valid, and worthy of grace.

Grab your tea, take a deep breath, and settle in for an honest look at life after birth. 

Part 1: The Pregnancy Diaries

Welcome to Double Dose of Wellness! In this special 3 part series we’re opening up about one of the most personal and transformative chapters of our lives: pregnancy. As twin sisters and healthcare professionals you might expect our journeys to look the same… but as you’ll hear they were every different from emotions we felt, challenges, and lessons.

This conversation is raw and twin perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you’re pregnant now, hope to be one day, or just want a peek behind the curtain of real motherhood journeys, we hope our stories make you feel seen, supported, and a little less alone.

Part 2 of the Pregnancy Diaries, Our Post Partum Journeys, followed by Part 3 our miscarriages--a heavier, but deeply important conversation we believe needs more space and compassion.

We’d love to hear from you, too whether you’re growing a human, raising one, or simply caring for your own body, the same principles apply: nourish yourself, manage stress, and give yourself grace.

⁠A&N Holistic Health Coaching⁠

⁠The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality: Johnson, Kimberly Ann: 9781611804003: Books - Amazon.ca

Own your energy, your time, and your power.

Do you feel like your life is running you instead of the other way around? In this episode of the Double Dose of Wellness podcast Andrea and Nicole share five powerful mindset shifts to help you step out of survival mode and start leading your life like the CEO you really are.

These mindset shifts are practical, science-backed, and you can take action immediately. We promise you will walk away with tools to reclaim your focus, protect your energy, and create space for what matters most.

Ready to jumpstart your anti-Inflammatory lifestyle Access your free guide ⁠Discover 5 Hidden Habits That Help Your Body Let Go Of What’s Been Holding It Back - Without Cutting Out Comfort Foods Or Pushing Through Exhausting Workouts⁠

Fuel your body, mind, and drive without burning out.

Ever feel like you’re running on caffeine, willpower, and fumes? In this quick episode of the Double Dose of Wellness podcast Andrea and Nicole share share five small, science-backed habits that can help you boost energy naturally.

Whether you’re a busy mom, a high-achieving professional, or just tired of feeling tired, these tips work with your body to help you feel energized, focused, and in control of your day.

Looking for a reset: check out the free guide here >>> ⁠Discover 5 Hidden Habits That Help Your Body Let Go Of What’s Been Holding It Back - Without Cutting Out Comfort Foods Or Pushing Through Exhausting Workouts