Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

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Did you know that your hormones could be at the root of your chronic health challenges—and you might not even realize it? Join me and my guest, Dr. Aimee Duffy, to learn more about the hidden hormonal imbalances that could be fueling your fatigue, brain fog, and flare-ups in surprising ways. Discover how tuning into your body’s deeper signals might unlock the missing link in your healing journey that you’ve been searching for.

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 05:15 - Conventional vs. integrative approach to women’s hormones 

⏰ 14:18 - The interplay of cortisol, hormones and adrenals 

⏰ 21:02 - Saliva testing for cortisol and how to find a functional practitioner 

⏰ 22:44 - The connection between hormones, inflammation and chronic health conditions

⏰ 34:36 - The connection between hormones and cognitive decline 

⏰ 41:11 - Why you need more nitric oxide and how to get it

⏰ 46:22 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out Dr. Aimee Duffy’s Bio:

Dr. Aimee Duffy is a renowned expert in functional hormone health, dedicated to helping women break free from the health challenges that hold them captive. She began her medical career in 2006 as a board-certified Family Practice physician, treating a broad range of patients and in 2007, she joined a thriving ob/gyn practice. By 2008, she realized that many of her female patients needed more than conventional medicine could offer. Fueled by a passion to provide deeper, more comprehensive care, she opened Carolina Integrative Medicine, a practice dedicated to whole-person wellness, empowering women to reclaim their health and vitality.  

Dr. Duffy is also the #1 best-selling author of “Normal Doesn’t Have Side Effects” and “Why Can’t She See Me?” and an award-winning speaker at prestigious venues like the Harvard Club of Boston, CNN Center, Nasdaq, and Carnegie Hall. She has shared the stage with Martha Stewart, Suzanne Somers, and Dr. Oz and frequently appears on ABC, NBC, CBS, and FOX.

As a Expert in Functional Hormone Health, Dr. Duffy educates medical professionals on the latest advancements in functional medicine as well as mentorship in business optimization for healthpraneurs.  

Finding work-life balance in the multitudes, Dr. Duffy is a proud mom of four daughters, a tennis champion, retreat host, and the President of the North Carolina Integrative Medical Society.  Her mission is simple: to empower women to reclaim their freedom, to feel vibrant, energized, and fully alive!

Dr. Aimee Duffy’s gift and link:

How To Boost Gut Health Naturally - This is a 10-part video series that will give you an eye-opening look at why you've likely had trouble achieving your health goals so far (and why your current approach is keeping you stuck!). Enjoy the free mini-course here: https://go.carolinaintegrativemedicine.com/minicourse 

Connect with Dr. Aimee Duffy:

Website: https://carolinaintegrativemedicine.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aimee.duffy.148 

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

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aimee-duffy-59111661/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@aimeeduffymd

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dr.aimeeduffy5643 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Save your seat at the Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmunity Symposium - A groundbreaking event hosted by Dr. Micah Yu. Live May 12–18, 2025 | Free & Online. RSVP here: https://yu.myautoimmunemd.com/register?sa=sa02304049090547256a42cc0997f4cfc37b4ac399  

Did you know that the pain you're feeling might be more than just inflammation? It could be your body's complex response to stress, trauma, and even the food on your plate. Join me and Dr. Micah Yu, MD, to explore a holistic approach to rheumatoid arthritis, covering personalized diets, stress management, and the truth about restrictive eating. Get ready to see your health and your path to healing in a whole new light!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 03:06 - A medical student’s experience with joint pain

⏰ 10:22 - No one anti-inflammatory diet is good for everyone 

⏰ 11:25 - Trauma can be a contributing factor for autoimmune disease

⏰ 12:24 -  The role of stress in triggering the immune system

⏰ 19:22 - Identifying protocols for individual patients

⏰ 26:55 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

⏰ 28:00 - What to watch out for when eating restrictive diets 

Check out Dr. Micah Yu, MD’s Bio:

Dr. Yu is an integrative rheumatologist who incorporates complementary medicine with traditional rheumatology. He is quadruple board-certified in Rheumatology, Internal Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Lifestyle Medicine. He obtained his MD from Chicago Medical School and holds a Masters in Healthcare Administration and Biomedical sciences. He completed his internal medicine residency and rheumatology fellowship at Loma Linda University in Southern California. He is a graduate of the Andrew Weil Integrative Medicine Fellowship at the University of Arizona. In addition, he is certified in functional medicine through the Institute of Functional Medicine.

He is a member of the International Lyme and Associated Diseases Society(ILADS), International Society for Environmentally Acquired Illness(ISEAI), and American Academy of Environmental Medicine(AAEM).

He has a very unique perspective on autoimmune disease and arthritis as he is both a patient with arthritis and physician. Dr. Yu was diagnosed with gout at the age of 17 and later diagnosed with spondyloarthritis as well. He is able to understand his patient’s medical problems from a patient perspective. The foundation of his practice is to combine allopathic medicine with complementary medicine. He works with his patients to come up with a treatment plan that not only fights the disease but also is aligned with his patient’s goals.

Dr. Micah Yu, MD’s gift and link:

Are you or someone you love struggling with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or another autoimmune condition? Join Dr. Micah Yu - who lives with RA himself - for his first-of-its-kind symposium with over 30 world-class experts who’ll share cutting-edge science and real-life strategies to reduce inflammation, manage symptoms, and live with vitality and purpose—no matter where you are in your journey.

The Rheumatoid Arthritis and Autoimmunity Symposium - A groundbreaking event hosted by Dr. Micah Yu (MD, MHA, MS, ABOIM, DipABLM, IFMCP).

Live May 12–18, 2025 | Free & Online. RSVP here: https://yu.myautoimmunemd.com/register?sa=sa02304049090547256a42cc0997f4cfc37b4ac399 

Connect with Dr. Micah Yu, MD:

Website: https://drlifestyle.org/ 

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

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

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Welcome to this special milestone episode of Wellness By Design! Over the past 200 episodes, I’ve had the honor of interviewing incredible experts, thought leaders, and wellness advocates, all dedicated to helping you create a life of health and vitality. In this episode, I’m sharing some of the most powerful insights and lessons I’ve learned along the way from them. It’s a celebration of the knowledge and inspiration they’ve shared over 200 episodes!

Thank you for being part of this journey! Let’s celebrate together and continue embracing the wisdom that leads to lasting wellness. 💛✨

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 00:00 - Introduction

⏰ 02:56 - Kelly Kennedy interviews me about what I’ve learned over 200 episodes

⏰ 41:03 - Bruce Lipton - Episode #59

⏰ 42:02 - Keesha Ewers - Episode #40 

⏰ 44:23 - Anna Cabeca - Episode #7

⏰ 46:14 - Izabella Wentz  - Episode #96 

⏰ 48:01 - Elena Villanueva - Episode #101 

⏰ 49:18 - Darren Weissman - Episode #115

⏰ 51:55 - Kim D’Eramo - Episode #150 

⏰ 54:04 - Michael Roesslein - Episode #174

⏰ 58:03 - Greg Eckel - Episode #190 

⏰ 1:02:15 - Elaine Glass - Episode #158 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Did you know that optimizing your sleep, breathing, and exposure to light can significantly impact your metabolism and weight loss? Join me and my guest, Dipa Chauhan, a retired pharmacist turned functional medicine provider, as we dive into the science behind better sleep, proper breathing techniques, and the role of light in regulating metabolism. Dipa will also share practical tips on improving sleep, using breathwork for weight loss, and how you can support your circadian rhythm with red light. Let’s unlock the key pillars of optimal health together!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 02:36 - From pharmacist to Functional Diagnostic Nutritionist

⏰ 08:55 - Four key pillars of getting good sleep

⏰ 13:13 - Lose weight with breathing

⏰ 20:37 - Lighting, metabolism, and sleep

⏰ 27:16 - How to set your device to display red light

⏰ 32:09 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out Dipa Chauhan’s Bio:

Dipa is a retired pharmacist turned functional medicine provider, she discovered her passion for disease prevention while working in a hospital oncology unit. Collaborating with oncologists and the healthcare team, she optimized chemotherapy treatments and managed side effects, witnessing firsthand the devastating impact of cancer and other preventable diseases.

Her personal health struggles after childbirth reinforced the power of nutrition and lifestyle in recovery. Committed to proactive health, she advocates for a balanced diet, a positive mindset, and joyful movement to prevent chronic disease.

She authored a book called Healing Habits to guide others in making simple, sustainable lifestyle changes and now leads The Living Light Metabolic Reset Program, a 10-week program designed to support weight loss, boost energy, improve sleep, and balance hormones.

Dipa Chauhan’s gift and link:

My new book, Healing Habits is your personal step-by-step guide to increased energy, balanced hormones, and lasting weight loss! I hold nothing back in this book and consider it my deepest privilege to gift you my best tips and most effective lifestyle strategies. Download my free e-book at https://dipasfreebook.com/.

Connect with Dipa Chauhan:

Website: https://thelivingproofinstitute.com/ 

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

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

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Did you know that the health of your gut microbiome affects everything from digestion to mood, immunity, and even long-term wellness? Join me and my guest, Anu Simh, a board-certified functional health coach and founder of 9 Arms of Wellness, as we explore the keys to a thriving microbiome. In this episode, Anu not only shares her inspiring journey to uncover gut health, but we’ll also dive into common misconceptions about probiotics, we talk about the vagus nerve’s role, and you can also learn some simple steps to build a thriving microbiome. Get ready to heal and flourish from within!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 02:26 - Anu’s story of being told to “suck it up.”

⏰ 10:26 - Misunderstandings around probiotics

⏰ 11:32 - What makes a healthy microbiome 

⏰ 18:26 - The role of the vagus nerve in a healthy gut microbiome 

⏰ 30:33 - The simple way to make a healthy microbiome

⏰ 33:42 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out Anu Simh’s Bio:

Anu Simh is a board-certified functional health coach and the founder of 9 Arms of Wellness. She specializes in helping busy women lose weight and maintain their goal weight by focusing on gut health. Her personalized and unique philosophy has successfully guided hundreds of women in achieving and maintaining their goals. Anu is now training other coaches in her methodology.

Based in La Jolla, California, Anu sees clients nationwide virtually. Her passion lies in the microbiome, and she is also a skilled plant-based chef. Her soon-to-be-published book, Flourish From Within: Feed Your Gut For Lifelong Health, reveals the importance of gut health for overall well-being and includes more than 50 plant-based recipes. Anu's guiding principle is to help people get off medications for lifestyle diseases through diet and lifestyle changes.

In her free time, Anu loves to paint, laugh, have fun, create microbiome-supporting recipes, and go on long hikes with her dog, Bosco.

Anu Simh’s gift and link:

Reboot for Life is a 12-week program designed to help you finally live at your ideal weight by addressing the root causes of weight gain—like inflammation, cravings, and hormonal imbalances. This program empowers you with simple, sustainable strategies tailored to your unique needs, focusing on balancing your microbiome, restoring energy, and building habits that last a lifetime. It’s not about quick fixes; it’s about creating a healthier, happier you, for good. Join here: https://the.9armsofwellness.com/rebootforlife 

Connect with Anu Simh:

Website: https://www.9armsofwellness.com/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/9armsofwellness 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9armsofwellness/ 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability.

Did you know that hormone imbalances are often driven by more than just aging—and that stress, gut health, and toxins all play a role? Join me and my guest, Dr. Shilpa Sayana, to learn more about the deeper connections between inflammation, hormones, and overall health. We’ll explore why your gut microbiome should be the first place to look before considering HRT, how stress impacts hormone levels, and natural ways to support balance. If you’ve been wondering whether HRT is truly the answer, this conversation will give you a fresh perspective. Let’s dive in!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 04:27 -  A functional medicine approach to health care

⏰ 06:59 -  The inflammation, stress, and hormone connection

⏰ 10:26 -  Four pillars of health: hormones, gut, toxins, lifestyle

⏰ 11:29 -  Why the gut microbiome is the first test if considering hormones

⏰ 13:28 -  Stress and cortisol as key drivers of lowering sex hormones

⏰ 15:55 -  Natural supplements to support hormone health 

⏰ 20:13 -  The test you MUST ask your doctor for 

⏰ 27:27 -  If you’re on the fence about HRT

⏰ 33:37 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing 

Check out Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s Bio:

Dr. Sayana is a triple board-certified MD in Internal, Obesity, and Functional medicine.  She has been in private practice for over a decade serving the greater Los Angeles community.  She is an expert in treating women dealing with perimenopause and menopause, optimizing their hormones, energy, and weight, especially if they have been told that their labs are normal.  She helps them reclaim their balance and feel like themselves again, by using the Sayana Medical Road Map.  She has been recognized by her peers by being nominated for the most Humanistic Intern/Resident award in all three years of her medical residency and by her patients by receiving the Best Doctors Women's Choice Award in 2023.

Dr. Shilpa Sayana’s gift and link:

Get 15% off of the Core Restore 7-day Detox Kit by Ortho Molecular. This Curated kit is designed to support your body's natural vitality and wellness by assisting with your detox ability.

https://www.sayanamedical.com/product/hormones-in-harmony-bundle-for-women/

Connect with Dr. Shilpa Sayana:

Website: https://www.sayanamedical.com/ 

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Sayanamedical 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Protect yourself from harmful EMFs with the Harmoni Pendant. Save up to 50% on Harmoni Pendant here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/harmoni

Did you know that your attention is shaping your reality—right now? What you focus on grows, and your thoughts have a direct impact on your nervous system, influencing everything from stress to healing. The good news? You are in charge of your thoughts, and today, in this video, I’m going to show you a simple 3-step process to redirect your attention and take back your power. Because when you learn to control your focus, you unlock a superpower that can transform your life. Let’s dive in!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 01:00 - Intro 

⏰ 06:21 - Why what you focus on grows 

⏰ 14:35 - Your thoughts affect your nervous system

⏰ 18:55 - A 3-step process to redirect attention 

⏰ 22:38 - You are in charge of your thoughts

⏰ 25:25 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Did you know that reversing autoimmunity is possible and it can be done in just eight steps? Join me and my guest, Casey Hibbard, to learn more about the powerful steps to reverse the symptoms of autoimmunity gathered from over 200 interviews with people who have done it. We’ll explore the deeper roots of autoimmunity, the key practices that support healing, and the inspiring stories that prove change is possible!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 02:48 - Casey’s personal story of reversing autoimmune disease

⏰ 07:42 - Rebuilding My Health Magazine

⏰ 09:46 - Emotions, childhood experiences, stress and autoimmunity 

⏰ 16:00 - The eight practices common in all healing stories 

⏰ 30:02 - The surprising common trigger for autommunity

⏰ 34:08 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out Casey Hibbard’s Bio:

Casey Hibbard is the founder and head storyteller of Rebuilding My Health, an online platform and podcast showcasing natural and integrative health success stories to inspire hope and healing. After turning around her autoimmunity, she applied years of journalism and corporate writing experience to capture stories that matter. She lives in Boulder, CO with her husband, son, and two cats.

Casey Hibbard’s gift and link:

Overcoming Autoimmunity: Real Recoveries and What You Can Learn from Them captures real-life success stories across 19 autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, lupus, Hashimoto’s disease, Graves’ disease, psoriasis, Sjögren’s syndrome, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and more. Discover what worked for these autoimmune thrivers and the TOP 8 most common steps that have guided many toward healing and lasting recovery. Get your free Kindle edition of Casey's book here: https://a.co/d/idXVPSz 

Connect with Casey Hibbard:

Website: https://rebuildingmyhealth.com/ 

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

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

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rebuildingmyhealth 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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

Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Did you know that pelvic floor issues like leaky bladders and pelvic pain are more common than you think—and they don’t just affect women? Join me and my guest, Kim Vopni, to learn more about the crucial role your pelvic floor muscles play in your overall health. We’ll uncover common signs of dysfunction, why men aren’t exempt from these issues, and the surprising link between stress and pelvic floor tension. Plus, Kim shares expert tips and key exercises to help you strengthen and support your pelvic floor starting today. Let’s dive in!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 09:00 - What is the pelvic floor group of muscles and what do they do

⏰ 12:54  - Typical symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction

⏰ 15:41  -  Men can experience pelvic floor issues

⏰ 17:39 - Kim’s recommendations on what YOU can do to support your pelvic floor

⏰ 30:36 - Key exercises to improve pelvic floor health

⏰ 36:29 - The connection between stress and pelvic floor issues 

⏰ 41:22 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing 

Check out Kim Vopni’s Bio:

Kim Vopni is a personal trainer and menopause support practitioner known as The Vagina Coach.  She became passionate about spreading information on pelvic health after the birth of her first child over 20 years ago.

Kim is a seasoned and passionate speaker, a women’s health educator and the author of 3 books.

She began her work with the prenatal and postpartum population where she founded her own business and co-founded a 2nd company called Bellies Inc.  She now works primarily with women in the perimenopause and post menopause phases of life. Her Buff Muff Membership is an ever-growing community where people from around the world find support through her workouts, challenges and group coaching.

Kim also certifies other fitness and movement professionals to work with women with core and pelvic floor challenges.

You can find her on-line through her podcast Between Two Lips, her website at www.vaginacoach.com, and on social media @vaginacoach

Kim Vopni’s gift and link:

Enjoy a FREE COPY of Kim's book: Your Pelvic Floor - The Inside Story. It is PERFECT for anyone who wants to ditch the pads for good!​ You can learn more about why it is important to your overall health and what you can do about nagging symptoms like leaking, prolapse, and chronic back pain.  Kim's book will give you clarity on the elusive kegel, as well advice from pelvic health experts across the globe so you can start improving your pelvic health right away. Grab it here: https://www.vaginacoach.com/pelvicfloor

Connect with Kim Vopni:

Website: https://www.vaginacoach.com/ 

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

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

X: https://x.com/VaginaCoach 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/KimVopniTheVaginaCoach/videos 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

Would you like to learn how to release pain by creating more peace and calm?  Download my free guided meditation audio bundle here: https://thewellnessengineer.com/audiobundle

Connect with Jane: 

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

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Save your free seat at the Resilient Motherhood Summit for Friday, February 28, 2025, 12:01 AM PST https://www.resilientmotherhoodsummit.com/a/2148054215/B9eAcU2C

Did you know that your ability to bounce back from stress can directly impact your pain levels? Join me and my guest, Dr. Brandy Cummings, to learn more about how resilience plays a key role in healing—physically and emotionally. From her unexpected journey as a blackjack dealer to becoming a nutrition expert, Dr. Brandy shares how life’s challenges, including exposure to black mold, tested her own resilience. We also dive into the essential components of building resilience and why now is the best time to strengthen it. Plus, you’ll get a sneak peek into her upcoming Resilient Motherhood Summit!

In this episode you’ll learn:

⏰ 02:52 - About Dr. Brandy’s journey from blackjack dealer to nutrition 

⏰ 04:47 - How exposure to black mold lowered Brady’s resilience

⏰ 10:03 - Why it’s so important to build more resilience now

⏰ 10:35 - The components of being RESILIENT 

⏰ 17:01 - About the Resilient Motherhood Summit 

⏰ 22:26 - The ONE thing you can do to activate self-healing

Check out. Brandy Cummings’s Bio:

Dr. Brandy Cummings, DCN, is not your typical nutritionist—she’s a former blackjack dealer who routinely chooses steak over quinoa, roasted veggies over kale chips, and, most importantly, she understands. Her passion for root cause-focused nutrition stems from her own struggles with illness, infertility, and feeling forgotten by conventional medicine.

After overcoming severe mold exposure that triggered the loss of her first pregnancy as well as countless other debilitating symptoms, Dr. B explored every corner of improving cellular health; she researched overlooked causes of chronic illness, such as mold, parasites, reactivated viral infections, and a dysregulated nervous system and was alarmed at the lack of continuous care offered by the conventional model.  

Dr. Cummings holds an impressive list of qualifications, with her Doctorate of Clinical Nutrition from the University of Western States in Portland, OR. She lives in Idaho with her husband and two young daughters and is a proud homeschooler, foodie, and Lego enthusiast. You can find her at www.resilientmotherhood.health 

Dr. Brandy Cummings’s gift and link: 

Save your free seat at the Resilient Motherhood Summit for Friday, February 28, 2025, 12:01 AM PST https://www.resilientmotherhoodsummit.com/a/2148054215/B9eAcU2C

About Resilient Motherhood Summit: Root cause solutions to your chronic symptoms so you can be present for every moment. We've brought together a panel of experts to help you identify what's driving your chronic symptoms so you can stop planning your days around how you feel and start experiencing the motherhood journey you envisioned for yourself.

Connect with Dr. Brandy Cummings:

Website: https://www.resilientmotherhood.health/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/resilientmotherhood.health 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientmotherhood.health/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@resilientmotherhood 

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Hi there! I am Jane Hogan, the Wellness Engineer, and the host of Wellness By Design. I spent 30 years designing foundations for buildings until the pain and inflammation of rheumatoid arthritis led me to hang up my hard hat and follow my heart. Now I blend my backgrounds in science and spirituality to teach people how to tap into the power of their mind, body and soul. I help them release pain naturally so they can become the best version of themselves. 

Wellness By Design is a show dedicated to helping people achieve wellness not by reacting to the world around them but by intentionally designing a life based on what their own body needs. In this show we explore practices, methods and science that contribute to releasing pain and inflammation naturally.

Learn more at https://thewellnessengineer.com

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