In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica shares an honest reflection on navigating motherhood’s chaos. Recorded outdoors at her home, she offers four easy, screen-free spring activities to connect as a family while embracing the mess. With vulnerability and inspiration, this episode invites moms to find magic in the little moments and reconnect with nature this spring.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* Embracing chaos as part of the motherhood journey

* How contrasting lifestyles can offer unexpected clarity

* 4 outdoor, screen-free spring activities to reconnect as a family

* The importance of outdoor rituals in seasonal transitions

* A reminder that you are not alone in the mess

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[01:00] Chaos and Magic at Home: Monica reflects on a recent family visit and how the chaos in her household — full of illness, an aging pet, and lively kids — highlights the real, imperfect beauty of this season of life.

[03:00] Living the Dream Amidst the Mess: Monica shares how years ago she longed for a home full of noise and energy, and reminds listeners that the chaos they might feel now is often the life they once hoped for.

[04:00] It’s Okay If It’s Chaotic: She reassures mothers that a messy, chaotic home does not mean they are failing — it is often a sign of a house filled with love and life.

[05:00] Outdoor Family Activities for Spring: Monica transitions into four easy, screen-free outdoor activities her family is doing this spring to stay connected and grounded.

[06:00] Activity #1: Eating Outside: The family enjoys taking meals outdoors, turning everyday moments into special memories by simply moving breakfast or lunch to a picnic blanket or patio.

[06:30] Activity #2: Backyard Campfires: Monica describes how gathering around a small campfire creates a cozy, low-stress environment for connection, reading, playing, or simply being together.

[07:00] Activity #3: Nature Nests for Reading and Music: She shares how her family creates cozy outdoor "nests" of blankets and pillows for reading, drawing, journaling, and listening to peaceful music together.

[08:00] Activity #4: Adventure Walks and Nature Collecting: Going on short walks to collect rocks, leaves, and flowers for creative art projects brings simple adventure and creativity into family time.

[09:00] Simple, Easy Magic: Monica emphasizes that these activities don't require lots of time, planning, or money — just a willingness to pause, go outside, and be present together.

[10:00] Summer Retreats and Private Family Retreats: Monica invites listeners to upcoming summer and private family retreats hosted by Wanderwild Family Retreats, offering opportunities for deeper connection in nature.

[11:00] Closing Reflections: She wraps up with a warm reminder that even amid life’s busyness, choosing simple outdoor moments can create the lasting magic families are seeking.

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Are you truly listening to your body? In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica talks with Stefanie Adler, a functional health practitioner and nutritionist, to uncover the power of hormone balance, gut healing, and cycle-informed living. Stefanie shares her personal journey of overcoming digestive struggles and fertility fears, offering practical strategies to connect with your body and optimize your well-being.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* Breaking generational health patterns

* How hormone imbalances impact intuition

* Cycle-informed living for more energy and alignment

* Why detoxing from social media + toxins can transform your health

* The power of honoring your womb’s wisdom

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Time Stamps

[00:01] – Stefanie’s Health Journey: Her lifelong digestive issues and how food became her medicine.

[02:45] – Breaking Generational Health Cycles: How witnessing her aunt’s fertility challenges inspired Stefanie’s purpose-driven path.

[05:15] – The Power of Listening to Your Body: How intuition is clouded by information overload—and how to come back to your own truth.

[07:00] – Nutrition & Hormones: How They Shape Your Reality: Blood sugar, toxins, hormonal swings, and the importance of talking to your body like a partner.

[09:15] – Consistency Over Perfection: Why supporting your hormones daily matters more than being perfect—and how cycle syncing changed everything.

[10:45] – Intro to Cycle-Informed Living: The benefits of living cyclically, syncing your lifestyle with your hormonal phases, and honoring your internal seasons.

[11:45] – Nature-Based Cycle Mapping: Stefanie’s take on seasonal cycle syncing: autumn = menstruation, winter = follicular, spring = ovulation, summer = luteal.

[14:00] – Moon Phases & the Womb: How we can tap into the lunar cycle postpartum or when periods are irregular to stay rooted in feminine flow.

[15:30] – The Womb as Creative Space: Why intentionality matters—because the womb is not a junk drawer, it's a sacred space for visioning, healing, and creation.

[17:00] – Where to Find Stefanie: Get her Cycle Informing Chart (for your fridge or mirror!) and connect on IG @stefanieadlerwellness.

Learn More About Stefanie Adler:

Stefanie’s Website

Wisdom of the Womb Podcast

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Cycle Syncing Chart

Stefanie Adler is a Functional Health Practitioner, Nutritionist, and Podcast Host who supports those with cycling bodies in balancing their hormones, healing their guts, supercharging their energy and all things babymaking.

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In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica shares about themes of release and renewal, inspired by a recent virtual breathwork experience that led her to embody the snake—an ancient feminine symbol of shedding, rebirth, and inner transformation. Inspired by eclipse season and the energetic call for release and renewal, she reflects on what it means to let go of outdated layers, reconnect with your power, and step into alignment with your truest self. You’ll also learn why 2025, the Year of the Wood Snake, holds powerful themes of emotional depth, creativity, and soul-aligned progress—and how to move through this energetic portal with ease and intention.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* Release what no longer serves you through breathwork, movement, and stillness

* Embrace the transformative energy of the snake as a symbol of renewal

* Practical tips for navigating eclipse season with grace and ease

* Upcoming virtual events to deepen your spiritual and personal growth

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[00:00] – Intro & Episode Overview: Monica introduces the themes of release and renewal and how they connect to her recent breathwork experience.

[01:00] – Breathwork Experience, A Personal Transformation: Monica describes how a recent breathwork session left her feeling vulnerable but also empowered, as she physically and energetically connected with the imagery of the snake shedding old layers.

[02:30] – Navigating Eclipse Season with Ease: Practical tips are shared on how to release expired energy during eclipse season. Monica emphasizes being still, breathwork, and nature walks as ways to support the process of renewal.

[03:30] – The Snake as a Symbol of Transformation: Monica explores the year of the snake, representing the power of transformation, shedding what no longer serves, and rising into a more authentic, empowered self.

[05:00] – Channeled Words on Shedding & Power: Monica reads powerful words discovered during her search on the Year of the Snake that speak to awakening your wild, sacred feminine energy by shedding old limitations and embracing a life of transformation and renewal. Read the original post here.

[06:00] – Your Invitation to Rise: An empowering reminder that this is your time to release and rise—and how you can connect further through Wand(HER)Wild digital community events for continued support on your journey of self-discovery and transformation.

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In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica shares a soul-nourishing excerpt from the Sacred Connections Cohort that explores the sacred connection between motherhood, intuition, and the womb space.

If you’ve ever felt lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will remind you that the deepest answers already live within you.

Learn how your womb is not just a physical space, but a spiritual and creative portal—an intuitive anchor for decision-making, creativity, and presence in motherhood.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* The womb as a portal for life, creativity, and intuitive guidance

* Why answers you’re seeking might already live within you

* How to visualize and connect with your womb during overwhelm

* Reframing womb wisdom as a source of self-trust and creativity

* Gentle guidance to transform your relationship with decision-making

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[00:54] – The Womb as Portal Explore the womb as the space where life, ideas, and intuitive wisdom are birthed.

[01:42] – Where Do You Seek Answers? Reflective prompts on whether you turn outward or inward when overwhelmed or lost.

[02:40] – Your Gut Is Your Womb Reframe your gut instinct as rooted in the physical space of your womb.

[03:15] – Visualizing Womb Wisdom Simple meditative practices to ground into the womb space for answers and creative flow.

[04:08] – A Well of Creativity & Confidence Monica shares how her constant creative flow comes from this inner connection.

[05:00] – Affirmations + Journal Prompts Listeners are invited to deepen this practice through Sacred Connections prompts.

[06:00] – Sacred Connections Invitation Monica invites you to join the Inner Wisdom Ritual or the Live Sacred Connections Workshop on April 3.

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In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, Monica shares how her multicultural and multi-religious family celebrates the season of spring by weaving together global spiritual, religious, and earthly traditions. With personal stories spanning from rural New Jersey to the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa, and now Norway, Monica offers a deeply reflective and intentional look at spring as a time of renewal, remembrance, and reconnection.

Whether you're raising a multicultural family or simply seeking new ways to deepen your family's spring rituals, this episode offers inspiration for meaningful and inclusive seasonal celebration.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* How Monica’s multicultural, multi-religious family weaves spring traditions across faiths and cultures

* The spiritual and symbolic overlap between Easter, Ramadan, Passover, the Spring Equinox, and Earth Day

* 7 simple, intentional ways to celebrate spring with your children—from seed planting to intergenerational storytelling

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[00:00] – Introduction & Spring Theme: Monica introduces the intention behind the episode and shares that she’ll be exploring how her family celebrates spring across cultures and faiths.

[01:00] – Childhood Roots in Rural New Jersey: A reflection on Monica’s upbringing in a small American town, her Christian influences, and early experiences of connecting with nature through family hunting traditions.

[02:00] – A Journey to the Middle East: Monica recalls her early 20s working in Kuwait's oil fields, being one of the few women on site, and being introduced to diverse global faiths and spiritual practices.

[03:00] – Falling in Love Across Cultures: Monica shares how she met her Saudi Arabian Muslim husband and how their interfaith relationship has evolved over 13 years, rooted in curiosity, openness, and mutual respect.

[04:00] – Family Life Around the World: The couple’s time living in Sub-Saharan Africa with a diverse expat community, and how that lifestyle influenced their cultural and spiritual worldview.

[04:40] – Raising Third-Culture Kids in Norway: Monica describes how her children—Norwegian with American and Saudi roots—embrace their identity and experience seasonal rituals in a unique way.

[05:00] – Celebrating the Season of New Beginnings: Monica walks through current global and celestial events including the Spring Equinox, Aries season, Ramadan, Eid, Easter, Passover, and Earth Day.

[06:00] – Symbolism Shared Across Traditions: Exploring common threads of renewal, hope, reflection, and connection found in each of these holidays and what they mean for families today.

[07:00] – 7 Ways to Celebrate Spring at Home: Monica shares practical, inclusive ideas for family rituals—from planting seeds and setting intentions to sharing meals and serving others.

[08:00] – Intergenerational Storytelling & Earth Connection: Encouragement to talk to elders about spring traditions, and to commit to reducing your environmental footprint together as a family.

[09:00] – Upcoming Retreats & Ways to Connect: An invitation to join the summer retreat (July 10–13), inquire about private family retreats, and join virtual offerings like the cacao circle or Sacred Connections Workshop.

[10:00] – Closing Words & Invitation: Monica reflects on the meaning of spring, invites listeners to try the shared rituals, and encourages connection through stories, emails, or virtual coffee chats.

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In this episode of the Wand(HER)wild podcast, host Monica brings together Stephanie Trzaska, an intuitive life coach and spiritual guide, and Tara Geraghty, a certified coach, author, and TEDx speaker. They have a conversation about traditional gender roles, superheroes, and the societal expectations that shape our lives. They share personal stories and discuss how they are raising their children to be empowered and resilient. The discussion also touches on the influence of upbringing, financial independence, and the importance of nurturing empathy and emotional expression in children. The episode wraps up with practical advice for parents on fostering deeper connections and a sense of community.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* Use rituals like sound baths or oracle cards with children to introduce reflection and soul manifesting.

* Normalize emotional expression in all genders: tears, tantrums, and truth-telling.

* Practice time bending through intentional presence—whether in nature, unplugged weekends, or shared meals.

* Encourage financial literacy from an early age, regardless of gender.

* Respect a child’s bodily autonomy to reinforce their inner compass.

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00:00 Introduction

00:34 Meet the Guests: Stephanie and Tara

03:24 Reflecting on Childhood Influences

04:36 Stephanie's Perspective on Gender Roles

07:16 Tara's Journey of Resilience

13:51 Monica's Unique Upbringing

17:20 Balancing Financial Independence and Motherhood

22:25 Tara's Reflections on Parenting Choices

25:22 Gender Dynamics in Families

28:00 Cultural Perspectives on Women's Roles

28:32 Generational Shifts in Parenting

29:32 Scandinavian Family Benefits

31:31 Global Perspectives on Gender Roles

32:02 Financial Independence for Women

32:30 Historical Context of Women's Rights

33:03 Domestic Violence and Financial Security

36:05 Empathy and Emotional Intelligence in Children

47:14 Nurturing Inner Wisdom and Simplifying Life

50:02 Building Strong Mother-Daughter Relationships

54:41 Closing Thoughts and Future Connections

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Access Tara's Community: Hey Girl You Can

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In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild Podcast, host Monica shares her personal journey of accessing the Akashic Records during a pivotal time in her life, reflecting on the deep transformations it brought about. The episode explores themes of self-discovery, trust, and spiritual growth, while offering listeners opportunities to connect through virtual events, breathwork sessions, and personal interactions. Monica also highlights recent podcast episodes focusing on impactful travel experiences and the insights they provide.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* Monica shares how opening her Akashic Records offered profound insight and spiritual clarity during a season of deep grief and transition.

* The imagery of the three books—death, blossoming, and trust—symbolized the energetic phases of her personal journey.

* This episode invites mothers to embrace spiritual reflection as part of their self-development and parenting journey.

* Upcoming Wand(HER)Wild virtual events allow for drop-in participation, making intentional practices more accessible for busy mothers.

* Listeners are reminded that healing, like travel, leaves an energetic imprint—and each experience shapes our path.

* The power of the pause is essential to tuning in, reconnecting, and regaining clarity in both life and motherhood.

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Time Stamps

00:35 Opening the Akashic Records

02:43 Monica's Personal Story with the Akashic Records

06:00 Upcoming Events and Opportunities

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In this episode of The Wand(HER)wild podcast, Monica shares a bird's eye view into a virtual cacao circle, where participants are guided through mindfulness exercises and setting intentions while emphasizing gratitude, connection to nature, and the heart-opening qualities of cacao. The episode concludes with an invitation to join an upcoming virtual event for deeper engagement and support.

This Virtual Cacao Circle was led by Ana Gioia, Women’s Circle & Ceremony Lead of Wanderwild Family Retreats.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* Cacao as Medicine: More than a trendy superfood, cacao carries ancient wisdom and has long been used to open the heart and expand emotional expression.

* Rituals Matter: Simple, embodied practices like breathwork, self-massage, and reflection can offer profound support for mothers.

* Virtual Circles Have Power: Even in digital spaces, women can create meaningful, sacred community with intention and presence.

* Presence is the Portal: Pausing to connect with the body and breath allows mothers to ground themselves amidst the chaos of daily life.

* Motherhood Needs Reflection: Circles like these invite mothers to ask deeper questions about what they’re calling in and how they wish to mother in alignment with their values.

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00:35 Virtual Cacao Circle Overview

00:51 Guided Meditation and Grounding

10:57 Setting Intentions and Gratitude

13:08 Cacao's Significance and Benefits

13:45 Sharing Intentions and Reflections

14:34 Invitation to Connect

‘Drop in’ to the virtual Lunar Eclipse Ritual this week by heading over to the Wand(HER)wild website.

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In this episode of The Wand(her)wild Podcast, Monica shares stories of her travels to Naxos in 2019, which inspired the inception of Wanderwild Family Retreats’ newest offer, Private Family Retreats. She talks on her meaningful experiences on the island that led to the idea of personalized retreat experiences for families. Monica also offers insights into the unique features of these retreats, including holistic wellness, forest school-inspired childcare, and cultural immersion. Additionally, listeners are invited to connect through various events, summer retreats, and community offerings detailed within the episode. With heartfelt reflections, Monica offers a space for genuine connection and personal growth.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* How a 2019 trip to Naxos planted the seeds for Wand(HER)wild private family retreats

* Why travel, loss, and resilience are deeply connected in Monica’s story

* What makes Wand(HER)wild private family retreats different from traditional travel experiences

* These retreats are designed for—from multigenerational families to groups of moms with kids in tow

* How Monica’s engineering background and lived expat experience shaped this soulful offering

* Ways Wand(HER)wild blends luxury, intentionality, and child-friendly programming in nature-based destinations

* Upcoming virtual offerings for mothers inside the Wand(HER)wild membership space

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Time Stamps

00:00 Welcome

00:48 Introduction to the Newsletter

01:09 Messages from Naxos

02:34 The Birth of Private Family Retreats

03:59 Details of Private Family Retreats

04:58 Summer Retreat for Mothers and Children

05:33 Connecting

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In this episode of the Wand(HER)wild podcast, Monica discusses the impression that your first travel experiences can have and how they shape our lives. She shares her own journey that led to a life of extensive travel and expat living. Monica introduces Wanderwild Family Retreat's latest offering of private family retreats, designed for friend groups and multigenerational families. Additionally, she reflects on the values and lessons she hopes her children gain from travel. The episode aims to inspire listeners to consider their own meaningful travel experiences and the impact they wish to have on their families through intentional travel.

Key Takeaways From the Episode:

* How Monica’s first travel experience in Kenya shaped her identity, purpose, and business

* Why impressionable travel moments become anchors for courage, confidence, and connection

* The story behind Wanderwild Family Retreats’ newest offer: private family retreats

* How travel became part of Monica’s healing journey after her daughter’s hospitalization

* Why she believes travel can be one of the most powerful parenting tools for connection

* What Monica hopes her children—and yours—will take away from family travel experiences

* Journal prompts to explore your own travel stories and how they’ve shaped you

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Time Stamps

00:48 Today's Topic: First Travel Experiences

01:27 Unexpected Change of Plans This Week

02:09 The Birth of Wanderwild Family Retreats

03:58 New Offering: Private Family Retreats

06:35 Therapy and Travel: A Personal Reflection

07:30 Impressionable Travel Experiences

12:13 My First Solo Travel to Kenya

22:03 Lessons from Travel and Living Abroad

26:45 Reflecting on Family Travels

29:34 Conclusion and Invitation to Connect

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