In this episode, we sit down for an honest conversation about why family gatherings can feel so overwhelming and how easily old triggers can resurface.  Whether it’s political disagreements, guilt-trips, unsolicited advice, or people trying to parent your kids. We don’t pretend to have all the answers, but we explore what it looks like to stay grounded, hold our boundaries, understand our reactions and find ways to protect our peace without losing your cool or betraying your own emotions.

Above all, this episode is about navigating the messy, human reality of family dynamics, remembering that our peace is ultimately ours to protect, and giving ourselves grace as we figure it all out together.

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  / FB - What’s My Age Again Podcast 

Email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

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https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

In this episode, we break down a concept most women have never heard of—but absolutely need to understand: how stress (and the cortisol that comes with it) can literally steal your progesterone, especially in perimenopause when you don’t have much to spare.

With the holidays approaching and stress levels rising, we’re diving into why nervous system regulation is the true foundation of hormone balance… and why you can’t out-supplement, out-diet, or out-exercise chronic stress.

If you’ve been feeling more anxious, overwhelmed, or unlike yourself during perimenopause, this episode explains exactly why—and what you can do to rebuild safety, resilience, and hormone harmony.

Your body doesn’t need perfect. It needs peace.

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  / FB - What’s My Age Again Podcast 

Email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition /FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

A season of shifting, softening, laughing… and remembering who you’ve always been.

In this feel-good episode, we laugh through the chaos of perimenopause and menopause while exploring the powerful transformations happening beneath the surface. We talk about the body’s natural recalibration, the brain’s surprising rewiring for clarity, the nervous system’s call to slow down, and the deep identity expansion that emerges in this season. With growing confidence, emotional wisdom, and a newfound sense of freedom, this phase becomes less of an ending and more of a reawakening, the rise of the Wise Woman: clear, grounded, compassionate, and connected.

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  / FB - What’s My Age Again Podcast 

Email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition /FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

In this episode, we’re building on Episodes 18 shifting from how to stop suppressing your immune system to how to nourish and strengthen it every day. We’ll talk about simple, realistic ways to weave immune-supportive foods into your meals so it never feels complicated. From spicy, mucous-clearing ingredients like ginger and cayenne to antimicrobial powerhouses like garlic, honey, and oregano, you’ll learn how to layer these healing foods into your routine with ease.

Cruciferous vegetables — like broccoli, cauliflower, kale, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, arugula, and bok choy. These veggies are rich in compounds that help your liver detox and strengthen your body’s natural defenses.

Kim’s Immune Boosting “Shots” - Here

Tanya’s delicious dip recipe:  Here

The Consistency Collective - doors are open!

Join us for a 6 week program to help you stay ground, nourished and connected this holiday season.  We often know what we need to do to support ourselves but year after year we fail during the holidays.  The Consistency Collective is intended to support you with  accountability,  provide tools to help keep you going and a supportive community to cheer you on.

Each week you will receive:

• Weekly video introducing the theme of the week providing tools and ideas to keep you accountable
• Nourishing recipes or resources
• A weekly touch point with Kim and Tanya to keep you accountable

Click here to join us:  JOIN US!   We  can’t wait to see you inside the Consistency Collective!Plus, for those listening in real time, here’s a big announcement!!!

👉 This is the year to break the cycle.
Accountability is the missing link between knowing what to do and actually doing it,  and you don’t have to do it alone.

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  / FB - What’s My Age Again Podcast 

Email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

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https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

In this episode, we open up our “medicine cabinets” to share the natural tools and approaches we trust to keep our immune systems strong year-round and what we reach for when a virus strikes.

Links - Some of the items we keep on hand

1. Myco 10
2. Sovern Silver Nose Spray
3. Xlear nasal spray
4. Therazinc lozenges and throat spray
5. A. Vogel hot drink
6. NF Quick blast
7. Green House ginger shots
8. oscillococcinum/ coryzalia
9. Suro elderberry
10. Stodal
11. St Francis tinctures

The Consistency Collective - doors are open!

Join us for a 6 week program to help you stay ground, nourished and connected this holiday season.  We often know what we need to do to support ourselves but year after year we fail during the holidays.  The Consistency Collective is intended to support you with  accountability,  provide tools to help keep you going and a supportive community to cheer you on.

Each week you will receive:

• Weekly video introducing the theme of the week providing tools and ideas to keep you accountable
• Nourishing recipes or resources
• A weekly touch point with Kim and Tanya to keep you accountable

Click here to join us:  JOIN US!   We  can’t wait to see you inside the Consistency Collective!Plus, for those listening in real time, here’s a big announcement!!!

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  / FB - What’s My Age Again Podcast 

Email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition /FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

The holidays can be one of the hardest times to stay consistent with your health, mindset, and lifestyle goals, even when you know better. In this episode, we dive into why we often lose ourselves during the season, fall into the “I’ll start again in January” trap, and how a Full Accountability Mindset can change everything.

We explore how having a community, boundaries, and consistent check-ins helps you stay anchored in your goals, not out of shame, but through support, connection, and shared energy. We discuss personal stories, client experiences, and practical ways to shift from intention to action before the new year even begins.

Because when you feel seen, supported, and reminded of your why, you’re far more likely to follow through.

Plus, for those listening in real time, here’s a big announcement!!!

The Consistency Collective - doors are open!

Join us for a 6 week program to help you stay ground, nourished and connected this holiday season.  We often know what we need to do to support ourselves but year after year we fail during the holidays.  The Consistency Collective is intended to support you with  accountability,  provide tools to help keep you going, and a supportive community to cheer you on.

Each week you will receive:

• Weekly video introducing the theme of the week providing tools and ideas to keep you accountable
• Nourishing recipes or resources
• A weekly touch point with Kim and Tanya to keep you accountable

Click here to join us:  JOIN US!   We  can’t wait to see you inside the Consistency Collective!

And if you want a little taste of what you will receive inside the Consistency Collective, Join us on Friday November 7 for our FREE Full Accountability Mindset Workshop

We’d love to have you join us in person, but if you can’t make it, don’t worry, we’ll send you the replay!  RSVP Here to save you spot or receive your replay.

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  / FB - What’s My Age Again Podcast 

Email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic    / https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition /FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/ Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

Life feels busier and more demanding than ever…work, family, and the upcoming holidays can push anyone to the edge. In this episode, we dive into stress resilience: how to shift from panic to power by changing how we see and respond to stress.

We explore the science of the vagus nerve and how it connects your brain and body, practical ways to support your nervous system through food, movement, and mindset, and the importance of boundaries as “energy budgeting.” From grounding rituals and breathwork to reframing your relationship with stress, we share both science and personal stories about what it means to truly build resilience.

Tune in to learn how small daily practices can transform stress from something that breaks you into something that builds you.

Links:

1. Our ROUTINES EPISODE - Listen Now!

2. Food to Help Stress Resilience and a Healthy Stress Mindset:

• Maca
• Blood sugar balance first, balanced blood sugar, balanced mind
• Magnesium rich foods like dark leafy greens and seeds
• Foods that are rich in omega 3 fats, like cold water fish, raw nuts
• Avoiding/limiting caffeine and other stimulants
• Probiotic and prebiotic foods (GUT health)

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast or email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition /FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

Is it really “cold and flu” season… or are sugar and stress the real culprits? In this episode, we break down how sugar, lack of sleep, stress, and nutrient gaps quietly suppress your immune system and how small, smart shifts can help keep you well this season.

• How sugar can turn off your immune system for hours
• The real “immune suppressors” hiding in plain sight
• Seasonal food and lifestyle tips to stay strong
• Simple “hard no’s” to protect your health

• Related Episode: Blood Sugar and Your Energy (Ep. 17)
• UK Government Food Labeling Regulations: https://www.gov.uk/food-labelling-and-packaging/food-and-drink-warnings
• https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38928929/
• Better choices for Halloween:
  • Smart Sweets
  • Yum Earth
  • Unreal
  • Homemade favourites?  DM us @whatsmyageagain.podcast and we will send you ours!

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast  Or email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition / FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

Ever wonder why your energy crashes mid-day… or why you’re suddenly dealing with mood swings, cravings, brain fog, or stubborn belly weight?

Here’s the thing: blood sugar is at the root of so many symptoms we see in perimenopause and it’s often the missing piece in the hormone conversation.

In this episode, we’re diving into:

• How blood sugar actually works (and why it matters way more than you think)
• The connection between insulin, cortisol, and your energy
• Simple ways to balance your blood sugar every day
• Why movement, sleep, and stress management are key to keeping your energy stable

This is a conversation we have with every, single, client… because it’s foundational.

Links:

• Link to our episode where we discuss the window of tolerance: Here!
• Link to our sleep episode: Here!
• Glycemic:  https://glycemicindex.com/

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast

Or email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic 

FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition

FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call

You’re eating well, moving your body, and doing all the right things…so why is your cholesterol going up? You’re not alone!
Between ages 45–64, 77% of women experience elevated cholesterol, and it’s not just about diet. Hormones, liver health, and estrogen decline play a huge role.

In this episode, we break down how shifting hormones impact LDL and HDL, why liver health matters more than ever, and what you can do to naturally support healthy cholesterol through food, movement, and lifestyle.

✨ The good news? With the right support, you can bring your cholesterol, and your hormones, back into balance.

Cholesterol Supportive Foods (foods that help lower LDL and support HDL):  Almonds, Apples, Bananas, Cold water fish (trout and salmon), Carrots, Dried legumes (and then soaked and cooked), Garlic, Grapefruit, Oats, Extra virgin olive oil, Walnuts, Strawberries, Brown rice, Soy beans (tofu and tempeh!!!), Fresh pressed juices of carrot, celery and beet. Carrot helps to flush out fat and bile from the liver, Cayenne pepper

Liver Supportive Foods (foods that support the liver and detoxification): Fresh Garlic, Cruciferous Veggies, Beets, Bitter Greens (dandelion greens), Berries, Spirulina, Fresh Herbs like oregano, parsley, sage and basil), Lemons 

Estrogen Supportive Foods:  Ground Flax Seed, Soy (tofu, tempeh, miso, edamame) - remember to purchase organic, Sesame Seeds, Sunflower Seeds, Strawberries, Blackberries, Cruciferous Veggies (cabbage, kale, broccoli), Broccoli Microgreens (powerhouse food)

Where to find us:

IG @whatsmyageagain.podcast or email us at:  [email protected]

Where to find Tanya:

IG @tlcholistic / FB @tlcholistic   

https://www.tlcholistic.ca/

Book with Tanya:  https://tlcholistic.janeapp.com/locations/tlc-holistic

Join the TLC Community: https://www.patreon.com/tlcholistic

Where to find Kim:

IG @kimdesmarais.nutrition /FB @KimDesmarais

https://www.kimdesmarais.com/

Book with Kim:  Complimentary Connect Call