The Wellnest Mamas Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Marsha Wyatt of Service Dogs of Distinction to talk about the life-changing impact service dogs can have for individuals and families.

Marsha brings decades of experience in animal welfare, humane education, dog training, and nonprofit leadership to her work as client coordinator and trainer for the Arkansas-based 501(c)(3) organization. From working as a cruelty investigator and humane society executive director to teaching investigative techniques nationally and training animals through positive reinforcement methods, her journey has been deeply rooted in advocacy and connection between humans and animals.

We explore what truly makes a service dog, the intensive training process behind these partnerships, misconceptions people often have about service animals, and the incredible ways these dogs support independence, healing, and daily life. Marsha also shares insights from her background in natural horsemanship and operant conditioning, helping us better understand the communication and trust that make these relationships so powerful.

Whether you’re curious about service dog training, passionate about animal welfare, or simply love hearing stories of meaningful human-animal connection, this conversation is full of heart, education, and inspiration.

https://www.servicedogsofdistinction.org/

In this episode, Ayurvedic Practitioner Paula Trott helps us rethink cravings — not as willpower issues, but as signals from the body. She explains why cravings show up, how the nervous system shapes what we reach for, and why some meals leave us unsatisfied even when they’re “healthy.”

We explore:

-Difference between wants and needs

-Three types of cravings

-How the Six Tastes bring clarity

-Why plant diversity matters and three simple ways to adjust a meal so your body feels supported

Paula’s approach is warm, accessible, and deeply practical. If you’ve ever felt confused by your cravings, this conversation will help everything click.

Paula M. Trott (AWC, AP, ARP) is an Ayurvedic Wellness Practitioner and the founder of AYU Shift. After a successful career co-founding a specialized logistics firm, Paula turned to Ayurveda to navigate her journey through burnout and systemic stress. She describes Ayurveda as the "User's Manual for the Human Operating System" that she was never given. Today, through her IN-sight framework, she helps neurodivergent and highly sensitive adults decode their internal signals to restore energy and feel truly at home in their bodies. Based in Rogers, Arkansas, Paula offers a soft, grounded approach to vitality that moves beyond rigid rules and into genuine internal clarity.

Website: AYUSHIFT.com

Instagram: @IamPaulaMTrott

Free Resource: The Cravings Guide

Christin joins us for a deeply grounding conversation around Neurosomatic Intelligence and what it really means to feel safe in your body again after chronic stress, trauma, burnout, and pain. We explore the connection between the nervous system, the body, and healing — and how so many of us have become disconnected from ourselves in survival mode.

As a bodyworker and Neurosomatic Intelligence Coach, Christin shares how she blends neuroscience-based healing with bodywork modalities like massage, craniosacral therapy, and sound healing to help clients reconnect with themselves and reclaim the capacity to fully engage with life.

We also talk about:

• how chronic stress lives in the body
• learning to recognize safety vs. survival patterns
• why healing isn’t just mental — it’s physiological
• creating space to reclaim the parts of ourselves we’ve neglected, rejected, or overprotected

Christin has been practicing in Rogers, Arkansas for 8 years and is currently building an off-grid healing space and food forest in Southern Missouri designed to help people truly unplug, reset, and reconnect.

Connect with Christin:

Instagram : @the.reclamation.guide 

Website : metamorphawellness.com 
Free Virtual Workshop: https://metamorphawellness.as.me/NSI-freeclass 

In this episode, we sit down with Tori, a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner specializing in women’s metabolic health, to talk about what it really means to support your body on a foundational level.
Instead of quick fixes or trending protocols, Tori walks us through her holistic, science-backed approach to healing—one that focuses on identifying and addressing the root cause of symptoms rather than just managing them.
We dive into what a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner actually does, how personalized support can transform your health, and why metabolic health plays such a key role in how you feel day-to-day.
Whether you’re dealing with fatigue, hormone imbalances, digestive issues, or just feel like something is “off,” this episode offers a refreshing perspective on how to work with your body—not against it.
In this episode, we cover:
– What a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner does (and how it’s different)
– The importance of bio-individual, root-cause healing
– How metabolic health impacts energy, hormones, and overall wellness
– Why foundational habits matter more than trends
Connect with Tori:
Website: https://www.torintp.com/
Instagram: @tori_h__

In this episode, we’re joined by maternal mental health therapist Jennifer Burleson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who specializes in supporting women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the many emotional transitions of motherhood.

We talk about the realities of maternal mental health and share practical tools that can help women navigate anxiety, overwhelm, identity shifts, and the pressures of parenting. Jennifer offers compassionate, real-world strategies for caring for your mental health while caring for everyone else.

If you’re a mom—or supporting one—this conversation is full of encouragement and practical takeaways.

Learn more about Jennifer’s work:

https://www.jenniferburleson.com

Meet Jennifer at The Wellnest Shop for our May 20, 2026 Nesting Hour at 10am in honor of Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month!

What if your breakfast could support your hormones, your cholesterol, and your gut health — without feeling like “health food”?

In this episode, we sit down with Gita Chakrabarti, founder of gutBFF Granola, a Bentonville-based brand making plant-diverse, crispy, and seriously delicious granola designed to support real gut health.

After a career spanning retail, consulting, and manufacturing, Gita felt called to pursue her true passion: creating food that improves health. Through navigating her own journey with PCOS, fertility, and cholesterol — without pharmaceuticals — she experienced firsthand how powerful dietary change can be. That journey led to the creation of gutBFF, a granola that delivers 20 different plants (including Lion’s Mane!) in every serving.

We talk about:

• Using food as a foundation for healing

• The importance of plant diversity for gut health

• Entrepreneurship and building a local brand

• What it really takes to pivot toward purpose

Gita lives in Bentonville with her husband and 12-year-old daughter and loves yoga and travel. Originally from South Carolina, she’s lived all over the world — bringing global perspective into every batch she makes.

You can learn more about gutBFF and connect with Gita here:

Instagram: @gut_BFF

Facebook: gutBFF

Website: www.gutBFF.com

And if you’re local, we proudly carry gutBFF at The Wellnest Shop 💛

Shop online at https://thewellnest.shop

What does it really mean to age well and how much power do we actually have over the process?

In this episode, we're joined by Lisa Bell Henson, RN, MBA, a holistic nurse coach, educator, and community leader whose career has spanned from the ICU bedside to the corporate boardroom and everywhere in between.

With over 25 years of experience in healthcare, fitness, and wellness education, Lisa shares how lifestyle choices profoundly shape the aging process, especially for women. Drawing from her work as a former ICU nurse, pharmaceutical and nutritional executive, group fitness instructor, and adjunct professor at the Alice Walton School of Medicine, Lisa offers a grounded, compassionate perspective on health that blends science, movement, and whole-person care.

We talk about:

• How lifestyle impacts aging more than we’ve been led to believe

• Why community connection is essential to healing

• Her work with the Whole Health Collective and the vision behind The Hub, a new space for community healing and connection in Northwest Arkansas

Lisa is also a longtime health writer, having authored the first fitness and health column for the Evansville Courier & Press and continuing to write for the Enterprise Leader. Most recently, she was a Weaver Award recipient, supporting her mission to inspire positive lifestyle change at the community level.

This conversation is honest, empowering, and deeply human — perfect for anyone curious about aging, wellness, and living with intention.

🔗 Learn more at www.LisaBellHenson.com

📧 Connect with Lisa: [email protected]

In this episode, we sit down with Nicole Austin, founder of Soul Glow Guru, Rogers, AR business owner, holistic health practitioner, and author of The Alpha Gal.

Nicole shares her powerful journey of becoming “The Alpha Gal”—not by choice, but by survival. Raised in Northeast Arkansas by a single mother and deeply influenced by her grandmother’s legacy of natural healing through herbs, vitamins, water, and prayer, Nicole’s roots in holistic wellness run deep.

After years working in the chiropractic field and navigating her own life-altering health challenges, Nicole followed her calling to become a Certified Herbalist and Certified Holistic Health Practitioner, with a mission to make genuine wellness accessible—not a luxury reserved for a few.

This conversation explores:

• Living with Alpha-Gal and chronic illness

• The connection between survival, intuition, and healing

• Breaking down barriers to holistic health

• Turning pain into purpose and community impact

The Alpha Gal by Nicole Austin is available now: https://a.co/d/2erIoDM

Follow & connect with Nicole:

Instagram: @youglownicole

Facebook: Soul Glow Guru

 www.itsglowtimenwa.com

In this deeply restorative conversation, we return to Coleen Huebert to dive into her work on identity and trauma healing. From her roots as a high school science teacher to becoming a master-level Splankna practitioner and crafting her own Internal Family Systems–infused approach, Coleen emphasizes that lasting physical healing often starts with addressing unresolved emotional wounds. Join us as we uncover:• How trauma shapes identity—and, in turn, impacts physical health• Her unique blend of Splankna, internal systems work, and spiritual guidance to help people rediscover their true selves• Steps to “hear God, forgive, ask hard questions, and set down burdens” in order to move forward with clarity and purposeIf you’re curious how identity restoration can lead to wholeness—and want real-life tools to take that journey—this episode is for you.If you would like to connect with Coleen, email her at [email protected] and you can check out her website: www.dogwoodwellnesscenter.com

In this episode, we sit down with Coleen Huebert, Naturopathic Doctor and “Teacher of Truth,” to explore her journey from science educator to holistic wellness guide. After guiding her family through mold illness, Coleen expanded her practice to help others detox from mold exposure—identifying both physical and emotional roots of illness. She blends naturopathic protocols with trauma-informed holistic healing to guide patients toward true health. Tune in to learn:• Coleen’s personal experience with mold detox and how it sparked her alternative health path• How she weaves naturopathic approaches with trauma-sensitive practices to support those battling chronic mold-related symptoms• Practical tools for recognizing mold exposure, safe detox strategies, and healing habits rooted in both science and soulDiscover how detoxifying the body can also be a catalyst for deeper healing—body, mind, and spirit.If you would like to connect with Coleen, email her at [email protected] and you can check out her website: www.dogwoodwellnesscenter.com