Okay, this is one of those conversations that made us look at our own closets a little differently. 

We spend so much time thinking about what we eat, the products we put on our skin, and what we bring into our homes… but what about the clothes we wear for 8, 10, sometimes 12 hours a day?

This week on Two Girls, we’re talking with Lydia Wendt, founder of California Cloth Foundry and featured in the Netflix Documentary, The Plastic Detox, and this conversation goes places we honestly didn’t expect.

When we first watched Plastic Detox we knew Lydia needed to become a guest. We are so thankful she said YES! 

Once we started talking, we quickly found ourselves going down the rabbit hole of polyester, nylon, performance wear, petrochemical dyes, PFAS, fire retardants, chemical finishes, and what all of this means for the things touching our skin every day.

Lydia has spent decades in the fashion industry, working with everyone from Tom Ford-era design teams to major brands like Calvin Klein, Jones New York, Bloomingdale’s, and JCPenney. She watched firsthand as natural fibers were increasingly replaced by cheaper synthetic materials and chemical finishes.

Lydia takes us through why natural fibers matter, why “organic” doesn’t always mean what we assume it means, and why looking at the entire process behind a fabric matters.

We also get into the things you might not immediately think about: children’s sleepwear, mattresses, upholstery, performance clothing, dyes, and all the layers of chemicals that can go into making something look, feel, stretch, resist flames, or perform a certain way.

And one of our favorite parts of the conversation? The history of natural dyes.

Lydia shares the fascinating stories behind dyes made from elderberry, marigold, logwood, valerian, California poppy, and more, and how some natural fibers and colors were historically valued for purposes far beyond simply making something beautiful.

We talk about the bigger picture around hormone health, immune health, and endocrine-disrupting chemicals.

This conversation isn’t about throwing away your entire wardrobe tomorrow. 

It’s about becoming more aware.

It’s about reading labels differently.

It’s about understanding that what touches your body every day is worth thinking about.

And it’s about realizing that sometimes the healthiest choice isn’t buying more. It’s simply buying more intentionally.

If you’ve ever wondered why you feel amazing in one piece of clothing and uncomfortable in another…

If you’re trying to create a cleaner home…

If you have kids…

If you wear workout clothes every day…

Or if you’ve simply never stopped to think about what your clothes are actually made from…

You’re going to want to listen to this one.

🎧 Press play and join us for a conversation that might have you looking at your closet in a whole new way.

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Website: https://clothfoundry.com/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/caclothfoundry/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lydia-wendt-17b4306/

Plastic is probably showing up in more of your life than you realize. In your water bottle, your food containers, your clothes, your beauty products, and even in things you probably never thought twice about.

After watching The Plastic Detox, we found ourselves looking at everyday life a little differently. And honestly, some of what we learned was a lot to take in.

In this episode, we’re breaking down the documentary, talking through the research that surprised us most, and sharing the simple changes we’re actually making in our own homes. We get into microplastics, endocrine disruption, metabolism, fertility, “obesogens,” synthetic fabrics, food packaging, and all the places plastic can sneak into our everyday routines.

But this is not a conversation about throwing everything in your house away and starting over.

We’re very much in the “let’s take a breath and figure out what actually matters” camp. We talk about what we think is worth changing first, what we’re not stressing about, and how to make better choices without becoming overwhelmed or feeling like every purchase is somehow ruining your health.

We share some of the swaps we’ve already made, from plant-based sponges and bamboo toothbrushes to stainless steel coffee gear, along with the things we’re still figuring out. Because cleaner living is rarely all-or-nothing. Sometimes the better option costs more, works differently, or means giving up something you really like.

We also get into overconsumption, why so many products seem to fall apart faster than they used to, the importance of brand transparency and shopping locally, and a few tools that can make figuring all of this out a little easier.

In this episode, we talk about:

• The everyday plastic exposures that surprised us most
• Why water bottles, microwaving plastic and canned foods deserve a closer look
• Which synthetic fabrics we’re paying more attention to, including polyester, nylon, acrylic and spandex
• The connection between plastic, hormones, metabolism and fertility that sparked some serious conversation
• What “Obesogens” are and why they’re getting so much attention
• How overconsumption affects both our health and the quality of the things we buy
• The swaps we’ve actually made, and which ones we’re still working on
• Why we’re not planning to throw away every piece of workout clothing we own
• How brand transparency, local shopping and resources like the EWG app can help
• Where to start if you want to reduce your exposure without completely overhauling your life

Most importantly, this episode is about finding the middle ground.

Because once you learn how widespread plastic is, it’s easy to think, Well, now what? Do I need to replace everything I own?

Our answer: no.

Start with one thing. Make the next purchase a little better. Then the one after that. You don’t need a perfect pantry, a plastic-free house or a complete eco-makeover to make meaningful changes.

We’re figuring this out right alongside you. Start where you are, do what you can, and keep going.

What if the bloating, constipation, eczema, or anxiety you’ve been trying to “fix” isn’t actually the whole problem?

What if it’s a clue?

Crissy and Marie sit down with Dr. Sophie Kuizenga-Wessel for a fascinating conversation about the gut, the brain, the microbiome, and what happens when we start looking beyond the symptom.

Dr. Sophie brings a root-cause approach to gut health that goes far beyond “just take a supplement.” Together, they talk about orthomolecular medicine, functional and integrative care, and why understanding the timeline of your symptoms can completely change the way you think about your health.

They get into the everyday stuff, too: picky eaters, fiber, beans and lentils, SIBO, bloating, dysbiosis, stress, anxiety, food fear, and what it really means to build a healthier gut without turning your life into one giant wellness checklist.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• What orthomolecular medicine actually means
• Why Dr. Sophie uses a “movie timeline” to uncover root causes
• Common gut issues she sees in babies, kids, teens, and adults
• How to support picky eaters without turning every meal into a battle
• Why “start low and go slow” matters when adding fiber-rich foods
• How SIBO, bloating, and dysbiosis can fit into the bigger picture
• Why the 80/20 rule only works when you understand your own baseline
• How stress, rushing, and eating while dysregulated can affect digestion
• The gut-brain-microbiome connection
• Why anxiety can be both a trigger and a symptom
• Why gut health is about diversity, not chasing the next “superfood”
• Simple ways to add more plants, herbs, seeds, and color to your everyday life

This isn’t about eating perfectly. It isn’t about finding one magic food or supplement.

It’s about learning to pay attention to what your body is telling you.

If you’ve ever wondered why your stomach seems to run your life, why the same symptoms keep coming back, or why your body suddenly feels completely out of balance, this conversation offers a more compassionate and practical place to start.

About Dr. Sophie Kuizenga-Wessel

Dr. Sophie Kuizenga-Wessel is a physician based in Amsterdam with a background in functional and orthomolecular medicine. She works with patients of all ages to explore the root causes behind gut symptoms and develop sustainable daily habits that support whole-body health.

Website: https://www.mindyourgut.amsterdam/afspraak-maken/

Instagram: mindyourgutamsterdam

Lymphatic health is having a moment. But what the heck does your lymphatic system actually do?

Turns out... a LOT.

In this episode, Crissy and Marie sit down with Babz, an occupational therapist, certified lymphedema therapist, and founder of Balance with Babs, to talk about the body system most of us barely think about until something goes wrong.

And because this is Two Girls, we’re going way beyond “detox.”

Babz breaks down how the lymphatic system supports fluid movement, immunity, digestion, recovery, and so much more. She also shares the very personal story that led her into lymphatic care: watching her mom navigate lymphedema and eventually turning that experience into her own specialty.

We get into:

• Why your lymphatic system might be the body’s ultimate unsung hero
• The four pillars Babz uses to support lymphatic health: manual lymph drainage, breath work, movement, and self-care
• Her 10-step lymphatic routine, how it builds on the popular “big six,” and why she likes doing it before yoga or exercise
• What swelling and pitting edema can actually tell you
• Compression garments, lymphedema therapists, and when it’s time to get some professional help
• What breast cancer, lymph node removal, and surgery can mean for lymph flow
• Why movement and massage can still be meaningful parts of recovery
• How lymphatic work connects with the nervous system, self-connection, and feeling more at home in your body

Crissy also brings her own perspective as a breast cancer survivor and yoga teacher, talking honestly about what changed for her after diagnosis and why proactive body care became so important.

And then there’s motherhood.

Babz opens up about becoming a new mom, how it has changed her relationship with her own energy and body, and how she brings some of these same principles to caring for her baby, including gentle facial drainage and Reiki.

Basically, we’re talking lymph, swelling, cancer recovery, motherhood, nervous system regulation, energy, and the very complicated relationship we all have with our bodies.

If you’ve been confused by all the lymphatic wellness trends, wondering what’s actually worth paying attention to, dealing with swelling, navigating cancer recovery, caring for a new baby, or simply wanting to understand your body a little better, this conversation is for you.

Come for the lymph. Stay for the reminder that caring for your body doesn’t have to be another thing to “fix.” Sometimes it’s about slowing down, paying attention, and learning how to support what your body is already trying to do.

Keep in touch with Babz:

YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/balancewithbabz

Website: www.balancewithbabz.com

Www.instagram.com/balancewithbabzyoga

Www.facebook.com/balancewithbabz

Email: [email protected]

What if you refused to hand your power over to cancer?

After a stage four cancer diagnosis, Julie Stevens made a radical decision: she wasn’t going to simply become a patient. She was going to become the CEO of her own healing.

With 25 years of experience in industrial psychology, Julie approached cancer with the same tools she’d use to solve any complex problem: data, strategy, experimentation, movement, and relentless attention to what she could control. And she brought something else to the table that doesn’t always get enough credit in medicine: joy.

In this deeply personal and surprisingly practical conversation, Crissy and Marie talk with Julie about everything from disco strolls and infusion parties to creating a personal “job description” for being the ideal patient. Julie explains how she used mindset, movement, nutrition, self-advocacy, and measurable health markers to navigate stage four cancer while building a life centered on resilience rather than fear.

And she doesn’t stop at surviving cancer. Julie challenges us to think differently about what it means to create a body that is less hospitable to disease and more supportive of long-term health.

• Why Julie believes fear can interfere with healing, and how joy, play, and movement became intentional parts of her recovery
• How she turned her 25-year background in industrial psychology into a data-driven framework for being an empowered patient
• What Julie means by “live long and lucky with strategy” and how to put that mindset into practice
• Her expanded view of the body’s natural defense systems, including hormones, detoxification, intuition, and the mind-body connection
• The foods she considers “multi-system superstars,” from broccoli, berries, and leafy greens to green tea, pomegranates, garlic, onions, salmon, turmeric, and fermented foods
• Why she pays attention to leading indicators such as vitamin D, magnesium, fasting insulin, and blood sugar markers before disease has a chance to raise its hand
• Where she sees gaps in conventional medicine and why patient-led data, research, and advocacy matter
• Why she created Data G Nation, a community focused on giving people more tools to understand and participate in their own health

This isn’t just a conversation about cancer.

It’s a conversation about agency.

About asking better questions. Tracking what matters. Moving your body. Finding joy in the middle of uncertainty. And refusing to believe that being diagnosed means becoming powerless.

Whether you’re navigating cancer, supporting someone who is, or simply want to become more proactive about your health and longevity, Julie’s message is one worth hearing:

You have more power than you’ve been told. The question is what you’re going to do with it.

Stay in Touch with Julie

[email protected]

Health Strategy & Heal Smarter Guides: Beadatag.com 

Wellness GPS: vedalife.ai

Instagram: @juliekstevens 

The “perfect” postpartum experience? We’re calling BS on that one.

In this episode, Crissy and Marie sit down with Megan Schreiber, founder of Tallow and Honey, to talk about what happens when the reality of new motherhood looks nothing like the picture you had in your head.

Megan’s own postpartum experience, from breastfeeding struggles and stretch marks to feeling completely overwhelmed, eventually led her to rethink what she was putting on her body and what she actually needed during that season of life. That journey became the foundation for Tallow and Honey, a skincare brand built around simple ingredients she could trust.

But this conversation goes way beyond skincare.

Megan gets real about the pressure new moms feel to bounce back, the emotional toll of breastfeeding struggles, changing bodies, nervous system overload, and why postpartum support needs to include the partner, too.

And of course, we talk tallow. 🐝

You’ll hear:

• Why Megan turned to tallow after coconut oil didn’t work for her
• How Manuka honey and locally sourced animal fats became part of her approach
• Why simple ingredients became so important to her
• What happens when we expect new moms to “get back to normal” way too quickly
• Why postpartum care needs to include the whole family, not just the baby
• How breastfeeding struggles and body changes can affect a new mom emotionally
• Simple ways to help regulate when your nervous system is maxed out, from walking and bathing to breathwork and simply turning down the stimulation

Crissy and Marie also get into a bigger conversation about how we support women during one of the most physically and emotionally demanding transitions of their lives.

Because postpartum isn’t just about feeding the baby, tracking milestones, and figuring out the next nap.

It’s about the mom, too.

Megan shares how stepping away from the traditional influencer and blogging path allowed her to build a business rooted in something much more personal: her own experience, her own healing, and a genuine connection with the women and families she serves.

This is an honest conversation about motherhood, body image, wellness, business, and the pressure to do it all perfectly.

If you’re a new mom, love a new mom, or remember what those early days felt like, this one will probably hit a little differently.

Because maybe the goal was never to “bounce back.”

Maybe it was to have the support, space, and permission to figure out who you are now.

IG: @tallowandhoney_

FB: @tallowandhoney

TT: @tallowandhoney

Website: Tallowandhoney.co

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Stress isn't always the enemy.

Some stress can actually help you stay focused, motivated, and perform at your best. But when stress becomes constant, unresolved, and woven into everyday life, it can quietly impact your body, your energy, your relationships, and your overall well-being.

In this episode of Two Girls and a Cup of Wellness, Crissy and Marie explore the difference between healthy stress (known as eustress) and the chronic stress that keeps your nervous system stuck in survival mode.

The conversation also gets personal.

Crissy shares how navigating difficult family circumstances, followed by her breast cancer diagnosis, changed the way she understands the powerful connection between unresolved emotions, nervous system regulation, and physical health.

Marie opens up about a frightening health scare involving her mom and how months of fear, uncertainty, and chronic stress took a toll on her gut health and microbiome.

In this episode, you'll learn:
• What eustress is and why it can actually improve focus and performance
• How chronic stress affects your hormones, blood pressure, inflammation, metabolism, and immune system
• Why rumination, emotional suppression, and numbing behaviors can keep stress stored in the body
• A simple daily check-in practice to reconnect with yourself: one hand on your heart, one on your belly, asking, "What do I need today?"
• How movement, yoga, strength training, sunlight, quality sleep, and healthy boundaries can help regulate your nervous system

Together, Crissy and Marie also talk honestly about grief, anger, overwhelm, and the pressure so many of us feel to keep pushing forward even when our bodies are asking us to slow down.

If you've been feeling exhausted, emotionally drained, or stuck in a constant state of "go," this episode is an invitation to understand your stress differently and discover practical ways to support your mind, body, and overall wellness with greater awareness, compassion, and intention.

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What happens when a breast cancer diagnosis changes everything... not just your treatment, but the way you see your body, your health, your faith, and your purpose?

In this powerful episode of Two Girls and a Cup of Wellness, we sit down with Joya Robertson, a two-time breast cancer survivor, integrative health practitioner, and faith-led wellness advocate, to explore her remarkable healing journey and the profound lessons she learned along the way.

The first time Joya faced breast cancer, her focus was on surviving. Like so many women, she did what she believed she needed to do to get through treatment and keep moving forward. But when cancer returned, everything shifted. She realized healing had to become so much more than a physical process. This time, she chose to face it head-on, recognizing that true healing meant caring for her whole self, body, mind, and spirit. It required her to confront emotions she had buried, strengthen her faith, and actively show up for herself in ways she never had before.

That awakening led Joya to explore nutrition, detoxification, emotional healing, functional medicine, and a deeper relationship with God. Rather than simply asking, "How do I fight cancer?" she began asking, "How do I create an environment where my body can heal?" Today, she's passionate about helping other women become active participants in their own health journeys.

Together, we have an honest conversation about what it means to advocate for yourself, ask better questions, and embrace healing as a lifelong journey that extends far beyond a diagnosis.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Joya's experience as a two-time breast cancer survivor and what transformed her perspective.
• Why her second diagnosis became a turning point for healing her body, mind, and spirit.
• The role nutrition, detoxification, and lifestyle changes played in her wellness journey.
• How unresolved emotions, stress, and nervous system health may influence overall well-being.
• Why faith, hope, and community can become powerful anchors during life's hardest seasons.
• Practical ways to begin reducing everyday toxic exposures at home.
• How to feel more empowered and informed when making decisions about your health.

No matter where you are on your wellness journey, this conversation is filled with encouragement, curiosity, and hope. Our goal isn't to tell you what path to choose, but to remind you that you have a voice, you have options worth exploring with your healthcare team, and you deserve to feel informed and empowered every step of the way.

Whether you're navigating cancer, supporting someone you love, or simply looking to live a healthier, more intentional life, we hope this episode inspires you to listen to your body, lean into your faith, trust your intuition, and continue learning.

Connect with Joya

https://enjoyablyhealthy.com/

https://www.instagram.com/joya.enjoyablyhealthy/

What if the confidence, peace, and freedom you've been searching for have been inside you all along?

In this powerful episode of Two Girls and a Cup of Wellness, we sit down with transformational speaker, bestselling author of Worthy Human, and founder of the School of Becoming, Tracy Litt, for a conversation that may completely change the way you think about emotions, healing, and personal growth.

So many of us have been taught to push our feelings aside, stay strong, and keep going. But what if that very pattern is what's keeping you stuck?

Tracy shares her extraordinary journey from food stamps to building a multi-seven-figure business and explains why true transformation didn't begin with success. It began when she learned to feel.

Together, we explore how reconnecting with your emotions, nervous system, and body can unlock greater confidence, deeper self-worth, healthier relationships, and a more authentic life.

In this episode, you'll discover:

✨ Why feeling your emotions is one of the greatest acts of self-leadership.

✨ How childhood conditioning shapes your beliefs about your worth and what's possible.

✨ The connection between chronic stress, suppressed emotions, and overall well-being.

✨ Practical tools to regulate your nervous system and safely process emotions.

✨ Why so many women play small and how to finally step into the fullest expression of who you are.

This conversation is a beautiful reminder that healing isn't about becoming someone new. It's about releasing the stories, beliefs, and patterns that have kept you from being who you've always been.

If you've been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or like you're meant for more, this episode is for you.

✨ Your transformation doesn't begin when life changes.
It begins the moment you give yourself permission to feel.

🎧 Listen now and discover what becomes possible when you stop suppressing your emotions and start embodying your worth.

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https://www.theschoolofbecoming.com/becoming

https://www.instagram.com/thetracylitt/

What if the conversation around breast cancer screening is far more complex than we’ve been led to believe?

In this thought-provoking episode of Two Girls and a Cup of Wellness, we sit down with Dr. Jenn Simmons, former breast surgeon, integrative oncologist, entrepreneur, and breast cancer survivor, for a conversation that challenges long-held beliefs about breast health, screening, and prevention.

Dr. Jenn didn’t simply leave traditional breast cancer surgery behind. As the founder of PerfeQTion™ Imaging, she is helping transform breast health with technology designed to be safer, smarter, and more compassionate, offering women screening options without radiation, compression, or trauma.

Together, we explore the evolving science behind mammograms, the complexities of overdiagnosis, and why a one-size-fits-all approach to women’s health may not serve everyone. Dr. Jenn shares her perspective on the current medical system, the questions women are beginning to ask, and innovative tools emerging to support breast health and early detection.

In this episode, we discuss:

✨ The debate surrounding mammograms and breast cancer screening

✨ The impact of overdiagnosis and overtreatment

✨ Why breast cancer rates continue to rise

✨ How environmental toxins, metabolic health, and lifestyle influence disease

✨ PerfeQTion™ Imaging and other non-invasive technologies

✨ Practical ways to become more informed and proactive about your health

More than a conversation about breast cancer, this episode is about empowering women to ask questions, understand their options, and take an active role in their wellness journey.

Dr. Jenn is also the author of The Smart Woman’s Guide to Breast Cancer and host of the Keeping Abreast podcast, where she continues to challenge conventional thinking around screening, diagnosis, and treatment.

Whether you’re navigating your own diagnosis, supporting someone you love, or simply looking to better understand your body, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

Grab your favorite cup and join us for this powerful discussion. If this episode resonates with you, please like, subscribe, and share.

Connect with Dr. Jenn:

Breast cancer screening: https://www.perfeqtionimaging.com/

Breast cancer support: https://www.jennsimmonsmd.com/

The Smart Woman’s Guide to Breast Cancer: https://tinyurl.com/SmartWomansBreastCancerGuide

Keeping Abreast with Dr. Jenn: https://keepingabreastwithdrjenn.buzzsprout.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjennsimmons

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drjennsimmons

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-simmons-md-16198389/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.jennsimmons5127

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