Real & Natural-ish with Natasha Pehrson

Season 1 ends with a recap of the wildest, most transformational year of my life. From Dave’s peak week and our chaotic holiday traditions to rebuilding my business, starting therapy, launching this podcast, and figuring out who I am beyond motherhood — this episode is a reflection on everything that changed me in 2025.

I’m sharing the highs, the hard moments, what I’m carrying into 2026, and a little sneak peek of what’s coming in Season 2.

If you’re here for episode 10… you’re officially one of the real ones. 🫶

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In today’s episode, I’m bringing on my tap coach (and now friend) Zach Kelly — and we get into everything from healing your inner child to choosing the life you actually want to live.

We talk about how getting back into dance at 36 has been one of the most healing things I’ve done this year, Zach’s wild journey from almost-orthodontist to internationally recognized tap choreographer, and what it was like for both of us to be part of Team USA at the World Tap Championships.

Zach and I also dive into confidence, why people get intimidated, and the line he said that genuinely stopped me in my tracks: “People aren’t jealous of losers.” We unpack that, plus what it really means to take up space, start something new as an adult, and let yourself have hobbies again.

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself or scared to try something you used to love, this episode is your sign — it’s not too late, and it gets to be fun.

Links Mentioned in This Episode

The podcast I referenced:
Why Style Matters with Judith Gaton on The Life Coach School Podcast
https://www.thelifecoachschool.com/podcasts/the-life-coach-school-podcast-2/episodes/2148779780

Zach’s tap studio (highly recommend if you’re local!):
Tapd Out Dance Studios — Store
https://www.tapdoutdancestudios.com/store

Tapd Out Dance Studios — Weekly Classes:
https://www.tapdoutdancestudios.com/weekly-classes

This week’s episode is extra special — because my guest is my daughter, Gretchen! 💛

We talk about life through the lens of an 11-year-old: what she’s loving, learning, and navigating right now. She even flips the script and asks me a few questions. 

We laugh a lot, get real about growing up, and wrap it all up with our favorite game: Would You Rather.

Whether you’re a fellow mom, a curious listener, or someone raising tweens, this one is full of heart (and some hilarious moments). 

It’s a keepsake for me — and a time capsule of the girl she is right now.

We hope you like it!🎙️💕

In this episode, I’m joined by my own myofunctional therapist, Kelley, to talk about the wild things no one ever told us about how we breathe, how we feed our babies, and what tongue ties can really cause — for our kids and ourselves.

From pacifier use and mouth breathing to sleep issues, picky eating, speech delays, and even adult jaw pain and TMJ — we break it all down. If you’re a mom, this conversation is going to blow your mind (in the best way).

We also chat about what myofunctional therapy is, how it works, and how to know if it’s something your child — or you — should look into.

LINKS:
Kelley’s Practice → https://mymyomyhealth.com/

Follow MyMyoMyHealth on Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/mymyomyhealth/?r=nametag

Nasal Spray Referenced during today's episode

Other Products Referenced: MyoMunchees (for children and adults)

What if the symptoms you’ve been brushing off — the fatigue, weight gain, anxiety, low libido, mood swings, and even skin changes — are actually your hormones asking for help?

In this incredibly honest and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Brittany Meeker, nurse practitioner at Thrive Lab (and my personal hormone provider for the past year), to unpack what every woman deserves to understand about hormone health. We cover everything — from perimenopause, postpartum hormone shifts, and cortisol overload to GLP-1s, peptides, PCOS, thyroid health, and even birth control side effects most of us were never told about.

If you’ve ever wondered:
– Is this just my age?
– Where do I even start?
– What can I do if my doctor brushes me off?
– How do I get tested and find the right dose for me?

…this episode is for you.

We also talk through the real cost of hormone therapy, how Thrive Lab works, and why so many women are finally feeling seen and supported in their health journey.

Whether you’re 31 or 61 — this is the kind of episode you’ll want to re-listen to, take notes on, and send to your best friends.

Resources mentioned:
– Free month at Thrive Lab – sign up here

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Let’s connect:
If this episode spoke to you, share it with your group chat, tag me on Instagram, or DM me with your biggest takeaway. And if you’re feeling generous, leave a quick review — it helps more women find this conversation. 💛

This is the episode I’ve been nervous to record.

For the first time ever, I’m opening up about my faith — what I believe, how I found it, and why I’ve kept it private for so long. I share my journey to becoming a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (aka LDS or “Mormon”), what that actually means, and the misconceptions I hear most often.

This isn’t about convincing anyone or debating religion. It’s about faith, love, and learning to embrace all the parts of who I am — even the ones I’ve been scared to share.

I’m spilling all the tea on my tummy tuck and breast reduction — the good, the bad, and the belly button. 👀

After losing 100 pounds and having four babies, I finally decided to have surgery — and I’m walking you through everything. From my obsession with finding the perfect belly button, to what recovery was actually like (spoiler: I slept in a recliner for a month), to the unexpected way it changed my confidence, my back pain, and even my relationship with my body.

If you’ve ever thought about getting a breast reduction, tummy tuck, or any kind of “mommy makeover,” this episode is the real deal — no filters, no shame, just the truth about what it’s really like.

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In this episode, I’m getting real about my entire weight loss journey—from the messy beginnings and childhood struggles to losing 100 pounds and keeping it off. I share what I learned about mindset, emotional eating, and why ditching the “diet mentality” changed everything. 

We’ll talk GLP-1s, hormones, food sensitivities, motherhood, and finding balance without restriction. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like you’ve tried everything, this one’s for you.

Plus, a little “closet catch-up” at the start, because yes… I really do record these in my closet 😂

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Replay of my Emotional Eating Masterclass!

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What do a 3D printer, a surprise Rocktopus, and a business pivot have in common? Apparently… everything. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes of what actually happened when my income tanked, my coaching business disappeared overnight, and I had to figure out what the heck was next.

We’re talking identity shifts, getting out of burnout, launching something totally new (hint: it's AI), and why this next season feels like the most me I’ve ever been.

If you’ve ever had to start over — or you’re in the thick of figuring it out — this one’s for you.

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After losing 100 pounds, having her fourth baby, closing a business, and basically redefining her entire identity… Tasha is finally ready to share what came next.

In this first episode of Real and Natural(ish), she’s getting real about why she started this podcast, what therapy cracked open for her, how social media has changed, and what it actually looks like to rebuild your life (and body) after the transformation.

It’s messy. It’s honest. It’s not about weight loss anymore—it’s about evolving into the most confident version of you.

If you’ve ever felt stuck between who you were and who you’re becoming… this one’s for you. 

Thanks for being here! 

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