I've Got Guts!

In this episode, we explore The Magnificent “7” of Healing, a framework popularized by Dr. Robert Rakowski that breaks wellness into seven core areas:

The Magnificent 7:

• Eat Right: Choose whole, nutrient-dense foods that nourish your cells and calm inflammation.

• Drink Right: Hydrate with clean, mineral-rich water to support digestion, detoxification, and energy.

• Think Right: Cultivate positive, empowering thoughts to support stress resilience and healing.

• Move Right: Engage in daily movement that you enjoy to boost circulation, lymph flow, and emotional well-being.

• Sleep Right: Prioritize deep, restorative sleep to repair cells, regulate hormones, and strengthen your immune system.

• Poop Right: Support healthy elimination to detoxify, balance hormones, and maintain gut health.

• Talk Right: Use words thoughtfully, to yourself and others, to reduce stress and foster connection.

In this episode, we share:

• Practical tips for implementing each of the Magnificent 7 into your life

• How we’ve applied these principles on our own journeys • Mindset shifts that turn small habits into powerful tools for healing

• Realistic ways to focus on progress, not perfection

These foundational steps can help anyone improve their health, energy, and well-being… because true healing often starts with the simplest actions.

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Today we’re joined by the incredible Paige Connell, better known as @sheisapaigeturner on Instagram and TikTok, whose honest, relatable voice has helped thousands of people name and navigate the mental load of parenthood and marriage.

Paige is a working mom of four, an advocate for affordable childcare and paid leave, and a powerful voice for parents everywhere. In this episode, we dive into what the mental load really looks like in everyday life, how it impacts relationships, and how it can get even heavier when chronic illness enters the picture.

We talk about:

✨ What “mental load” means and why so many women carry it

✨ How to start sharing the load with your partner without blame

✨ Systems and tools that actually make life feel lighter

✨ How Paige protects her mental energy and avoids burnout

If you’ve ever felt like the keeper of all the things…the remembering, planning, worrying, and doing, this episode will help you feel seen, validated, and supported.

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Ever wondered what a naturopathic doctor actually does, and how they differ from a holistic doctor or homeopath? In this episode, Stef and Lauren break it all down. They explore what "holistic" really means, share personal stories (including Lauren’s brother Kevin’s success using a holistic approach for Crohn’s and Hashimoto’s), and dig into the pros and cons of naturopathic medicine.

You’ll learn:

🔹 How naturopathic doctors are trained and what they can (and can’t) do

🔹 What to expect at your first visit: from the long intake forms to the personalized plan

🔹 The real costs (and how to avoid surprise bills)

🔹 Tips for finding a licensed, qualified practitioner you can trust

Whether you’re managing chronic illness, trying to get to the root of unexplained symptoms, or just curious about integrative healthcare, this episode will help you decide if naturopathic medicine has a place on your care team.

🔎 Resources

• American Association of Naturopathic Physicians (AANP):

https://naturopathic.org

• Institute for Functional Medicine Practitioner Directory:

https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner

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We’re back for Season 2 of I’ve Got Guts! 🎉 In this episode, Stefanie and Lauren share what’s new this season, including a fresh format that goes beyond chronic illness to cover all the things in life that take guts to talk about. From relationships and parenting to navigating holistic care and managing the mental load, nothing is off-limits.

Stefanie opens up about a tough new diagnosis, adenomyosis, and how it differs from endometriosis, plus what her next steps look like on her fertility journey.

Lauren shares an update on her achalasia, why her symptoms have worsened, and what her upcoming manometry test might reveal.

As always, you’ll find honest conversations, a few laughs, and plenty of real-life connection. And if you want even more behind-the-scenes moments, early announcements, or fun extras, make sure to join our email list here:

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In our final IGG Extra of summer 2025, Lauren shares all about her upcoming trip and the fun ways we’ll be celebrating her early September birthday. Stef gives an honest update on her fertility journey, recaps her recent getaway, and talks about how Gastroparesis coaching is going so far.

We also dive into what we’ve been watching and reading lately: Lauren is hooked on the new Billy Joel documentary, while Stef is fully in her feelings with The Summer I Turned Pretty. Book-wise, Lauren finally committed to finishing her KA Tucker read, and Stef chats about moving from Emily Henry over to Carly Fortune.

It’s the perfect cozy catch-up to close out summer, join us for laughs, updates, and plenty of real talk. 🌿✨

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In this IGG Extra, Lauren shares a sneak peek into the course she’s creating to help those with chronic illness shift their mindset and reclaim their power. Stef talks about her own next step, training to become a coach through LivingWellWithGastroparesis.com, and reflects on Gastroparesis Awareness Month, inviting listeners to revisit her origin story to see just how far she’s come and how she’s thriving today.

Lauren gives a family update, no more travel for now, Connor’s working toward becoming quarterback while still living his best summer life in the pool and at camp. Stef’s gearing up for a trip to visit friends, and the girls swap thoughts on the TV shows and movies they’ve been loving lately.

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⚠️ Trigger Warning: Infertility and embryo transfer loss are discussed.⚠️

In this second summer bonus episode, Lauren recaps her family vacation and opens up about a tough esophagus update that’s been weighing on her. Stef shares the latest from her and Anthony’s most recent embryo transfer, it’s heartfelt, raw, and may require some tissues and tenderness to listen to. Together, the duo offer comfort, connection, and their latest book and show recs to carry you through the season. Whether you’re poolside or pacing through hard things, this one’s for you.

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We’re back with our first IGG Extra in our summer series! In this quick update episode, Stef shares all about her birthday celebrations and the extra special embryo transfer that happened on her birthday 🥹🎂🫶🏼. Lauren and special guest Connor fill you in on their NYC adventure, and of course, we’re chatting about what we’re watching and what we’re reading lately.

It’s a fun little catch-up to bring you along for the ride this summer. Tune in and hang out with us!

**Stef accidentally misspoke - We got gluten free cupcakes from Donna Marie's NOT Sheri Lynns**

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In this heartfelt finale of Season 1, Stef and Lauren sit down to reflect on the journey so far, the stories that moved us, the laughter that healed us, and the lessons that stretched us. We’re talking favorite moments, behind-the-scenes memories, what we’ve learned, and what’s coming this summer (hello, book chats and fertility updates 👀). Plus, get a sneak peek at what’s ahead when Season 2 premieres on September 8th!

Above all, this episode is a love letter to you, our incredible community. We’re so grateful for the connections we’ve made and the hope we’ve shared. Whether you’ve been with us from the beginning or just found us, thank you for being part of this space where gutsy stories are told and healing feels a little less lonely. 💛

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In this episode of I’ve Got Guts, Stef and Lauren dive into a powerful and deeply personal topic: what it’s like to live with an invisible illness or dynamic disability. From conditions that fluctuate day to day to chronic illnesses you can’t always see, they unpack what these terms really mean and how they affect every aspect of life, from relationships and work to self-worth and daily functioning.

Stef and Lauren share their own experiences and offer tips for navigating life with these challenges, whether you're the one living it or someone who loves and supports someone who is. This is a must-listen for anyone trying to better understand the often misunderstood reality behind the phrase, “But you don’t look sick.”

Resources from Today’s Episode:

• What Is an Invisible Illness? – Cleveland Clinic: cle.clinic/3rInvisible
• What Is a Dynamic Disability? – Realize Canada: realizecanada.org
• Spoon Theory by Christine Miserandino: butyoudontlooksick.com
• Invisible Disability Project: invisibledisabilityproject.org
• Stories from The Mighty: themighty.com

Follow: @chronicallycheerful • @sicknotweak • @myinvisibledisability

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