If Only I Were Wiser

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Hannah Wells and Sarah Smith, the practitioners behind The Mending—a virtual wellness collaborative focused on root-cause, personalized healing. Both Hannah and Sarah share their deeply personal stories of navigating years of diagnoses, symptoms, and frustration within both holistic and allopathic medicine. Their journeys led them to a quieter, more discerning approach to wellness—one rooted in listening to the body, integrating science and soul, and resisting the pressure to chase every trending protocol. If you’ve felt overwhelmed, discouraged, or unsure where to begin in your health choices, this episode offers clarity, compassion, and a grounded path forward.

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If puberty conversations make you sweat more than middle-school gym class, this one’s for you. In today’s episode, I sit down with Megan Ziegenfus—educator, mom, and creator of Body Talk Basics—to walk through the actual first markers of puberty, how to talk about periods without panic, and how to raise daughters who understand and trust their bodies. We cover cycle awareness, emotional shifts, generational healing, how to normalize the first period experience, and the role mothers play in shaping body literacy from the very beginning. Whether you’re already in the thick of puberty conversations or just want to feel prepared, this episode will help you lead with confidence, connection, and a whole lot less fear.

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In this episode, I’m sharing the raw and vulnerable truth behind our second baby’s arrival — a birth center VBAC that slowly shifted into a hospital transfer and ultimately, a homebirth cesarean. It wasn’t the outcome we imagined or prayed for, but it became a story marked by redemption in ways I never expected.

If you’ve ever walked through a birth that didn’t go “to plan,” or you’re preparing for a VBAC, or you simply want to feel less alone in the unexpected, this episode is for you.

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In this heartfelt conversation, Reyna sits down with Jen + Kirst, the women behind WAF (Wives of the Armed Forces), to talk about the real side of military spouse life—loneliness, community, and finding yourself in the in-between. They share what it’s really like navigating early marriage decisions, “dating” new friends at every duty station, and learning how to thrive (not just survive) through deployments and time apart. Together, they unpack how to lovingly manage outside expectations, embrace change, and build a support system that feels like family—no matter where military life takes you.

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What if your teeth could tell the story of your overall health? In this episode, Registered Dental Hygienist and holistic health educator Courtland Nall (aka The Holistic Hygienist) walks us through the powerful connection between oral health, nutrition, and full-body wellness. We talk about the myths that linger in modern dental care, how to vet a truly biological dentist, and what to watch for in your children’s dental development—from fluoride to airway issues to breastfeeding misconceptions. If you’ve ever felt unsure navigating dentistry as a holistic-minded parent, this episode will leave you empowered, informed, and more connected to the healing wisdom within your own body.

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When Jessica and her husband, Miguel, began digging into the hidden toxins in their everyday products, they never imagined it would lead to a complete lifestyle shift—and the birth of a natural skincare brand rooted in faith and family. In this episode, Jessica shares the powerful story behind Evatāsha Beauty, what makes their formulations truly holistic, and how she approaches wellness with both conviction and grace. We talk about decoding labels, balancing sustainability with simplicity, involving your kids in holistic living, and why healing is about so much more than what you put on your skin. If you've ever wondered how to build a home—and a skincare routine—that reflects your values, this conversation is for you.

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Tune in today for Vanessa Collett—parenting coach, child development director, MFT student, and the voice behind @littlebylittle.vw, where she offers thoughtful, practical support for parents of toddlers and preschoolers. Vanessa has a background in Human and Family Development, and she brings such a grounded, deeply compassionate lens to the world of parenting. Whether you're in the thick of tantrums, navigating screentime decisions, or preparing your child for a new sibling, Vanessa has a way of helping you slow down, tune in, and parent with both intention and trust. We talk about everything from setting realistic expectations based on child development, to rethinking discipline, to finding calm in the chaos of daily routines. We also explore what it means to fight the cultural pull toward “more” and instead discover the power of less in parenting—with room for autonomy, flexibility, and connection.

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In this honest and hope-filled conversation, I’m joined again by my friend Laura Bell—a wife, mother, and multi-passionate entrepreneur who’s helping women reclaim their wellness so they can walk fully in their God-given callings. Together with her husband, Laura lives and runs a homestead in New Harmony, Alabama, where life has looked both beautifully rooted and wildly unpredictable. In this episode, Laura opens up about navigating a season full of transition: financial hardship, marriage heaviness, postpartum recovery, career redirection, and the long road to trusting God’s provision again.

Whether you’re in the thick of discouragement or clinging to hope on the other side of disappointment, this episode is full of truth, permission, and grace for your own unfolding story. 

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What if joy isn’t something you chase—but something you uncover right where you are? In this honest and hope-filled episode, Rachel Awtrey—military spouse, boy mama, and author of Love Your Life (Even When You Don’t Like It All The Time)—shares what it really looks like to choose joy in the midst of motherhood, grief, transition, and everyday chaos. We talk about the power of community, what it means to heal what’s hidden, and how even 1% changes can shift your outlook. We pray this conversation speaks to the part of your soul that’s been craving truth—and reminds you joy was always meant for you.

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Dr. Kaylan Jackson, Ph.D. is a faith-based wellness coach, scientist, and founder of The Well Place—a sacred space where women uncover the emotional and spiritual roots affecting their health. Blending evidence-based wellness with Holy Spirit-led revelation and deep mindset work, Dr. Kaylan guides women ready to release what’s been stored in their bodies—physically, emotionally, and generationally—and step into true wholeness. In this episode, she shares her powerful story of moving from science to spiritual healing, and how she now helps women bridge the gap between head and heart. We dive into the role of mindset, the intersection of faith and science, and how to navigate the overwhelming world of wellness with clarity, grace, and divine wisdom.

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