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Pursuit of Wellness

Q&A w/ Me: The IVF Rules I’m Breaking, My Wellness Non-Negotiables, & Why I Hate Juice Cleanses

Mar 20, 2025
36:06

Ep. 184: In this solo Q&A, I’m giving you all the IVF updates—what’s working, what’s frustrating, and the little rituals I never expected to care about (yes, Arnold is involved). I’ll share the one wellness rule I swore I’d never follow, why I’m suddenly rethinking caffeine and ice water, and how I’m handling the emotional side of this process. Plus, we need to talk about baby names—because I think I’ve decided, but now I’m second-guessing everything. Let’s chat!


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Topics Discussed

  • 00:00:09 Welcome
  • 00:00:42 Laser hair removal
  • 00:01:12 Why are you avoiding ice cold drinks
  • 00:02:29 Nail color
  • 00:03:17 Progesterone shots during IVF
  • 00:03:57 Bloom Pop
  • 00:05:20 Thoughts on IUI
  • 00:06:24 Baby names
  • 00:07:29 Thoughts on dairy
  • 00:07:59 Benefits of pomegranate juice and seeds
  • 00:08:48 How to avoid stressing during vacation without wellness routine
  • 00:13:20 Intermittent fasting
  • 00:14:23 Was sharing life on social media hard in the beginning?
  • 00:15:49 favorite places in Jackson Hole
  • 00:16:15 Where to go for husband’s birthday in Austin?
  • 00:16:34 Go-to haircare
  • 00:16:55 House decorating updates
  • 00:18:39 Hardest part about IVF
  • 00:19:52 Mari and Greg’s summer plans
  • 00:21:12 How to turn off thoughts and worries before bed
  • 00:21:51 Creatine
  • 00:22:02 Where are the expert guests?
  • 00:22:47 Welsh family
  • 00:26:21 Do you have a stylist?
  • 00:26:37 Lymphatic drainage massage recommendations in L.A
  • 00:27:25 Arnold
  • 00:27:39 Church service
  • 00:27:50 Ghee
  • 00:27:58 Skin update
  • 00:28:22 Sourdough recipe
  • 00:28:50 What did you eat in the beginning of your fitness journey?
  • 00:29:48 Next big purchase
  • 00:30:15 When did you fully dedicate yourself to growing your business? 
  • 00:31:10 Shows or movie recommendations
  • 00:31:43 How to overcome being self conscious and embrace content creation 
  • 00:32:18 Wellness trend you cannot get behind
  • 00:32:25 Favorite travel destinations
  • 00:32:48 Do you ever drink?
  • 00:33:07 Do you recommend the Cocker Spaniel breed?
  • 00:34:21 Are you friendly with your neighbors?

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