The Wellness Mama Podcast

Today, I’m here with Dr Joe Dispenza, a New York Times best-selling author, researcher, lecturer, and corporate consultant, whose research has led him to develop a practical formula to help people transform their lives. He has a passion for neuroscience, epigenetics, and quantum physics. Since 2010, he’s partnered with scientists and universities to perform extensive …

In this engaging conversation, Terry Real, a seasoned family therapist with 30 years of experience, dives deep into the intricacies of emotional health and relationships. He unpacks the impact of childhood experiences on adult relationships and advocates for vulnerability, particularly in men. The discussion highlights the cycle of shame and anger, emphasizing the need for effective communication and emotional regulation. Real offers practical strategies for nurturing connections and fostering resilience in future generations, encouraging listeners to embrace their inner children.

It’s been a wild ride since this podcast first started in 2014, and I’ve learned so much along the way. We’ve reached over 50 million downloads, which is mind-boggling to me, and we have over 700 hours of audio recorded on a wide variety of topics. Throughout these 500 episodes, I’ve talked to some amazing people …

Today, my guest is Dr. Meghna Dassani, an internationally educated dentist from Houston, Texas, who’s actually been to dental school twice! She has a vast amount of knowledge on this topic and has a passion for really delving into the world of sleep apnea, especially obstructive sleep apnea in adults and children. We go really …

Today, I am here with Matt Bertulli, a software engineer who reluctantly turned into an entrepreneur and marketer. He’s obsessed with reducing garbage and waste, and he’s dedicating his time to removing it from the human experience. In this episode, we touch on why recycling is the biggest lie of the last 50 years and …

Today on the podcast, I’m here with Dr. Joel Warsh, a board-certified pediatrician in Los Angeles who specializes in integrative medicine. We talk all about raising healthy kids using integrative pediatric options by combining Western and alternative medicine. One of my favorite quotes from this episode is, “It’s not a doctor’s job to tell people what to do, it’s a doctor’s job to teach people what to do.” And he does a lot of teaching in this interview.We touch on different aspects of pediatric care and integrative medicine today, including all the hot topics such as what to do about a fever, ways to address things like eczema and allergies, why all childhood illnesses are on the rise, what to do about behavioral issues, why the vast majority of illnesses can be resolved at home, why he rarely prescribes antibiotics, and so much more.He offers peace of mind for parents about how most childhood illnesses pass quickly on their own and don’t actually need care, but he gives advice on what to do if you encounter one that does require medical attention. So, without further ado, let’s learn from Dr. Joel.Episode Highlights With Dr. Joel WarshWhy parents are increasingly frustrated with the current medical systemHow working with your pediatrician should be a partnershipThe reason illnesses are on the rise, even in childrenDifference between conventional care, which treats acute illness, and optimal careWhy diabetes rates in children have doubled in the last two yearsHis SEEDS of health for kids: Stress, Environment, Exercise, Diet, and SleepThe number one thing we can do to change our healthWhy cooking at home is one of the best health changes you can makeThe benefits of working with a team of doctors instead of a single doctorHow often medication is actually necessary vs. the vast majority of illnesses that get resolved without itWhy avoiding antibiotics when they aren’t needed is so importantThe reason he almost never prescribes antibiotics and uses them less than 1% of the timeWhy a fever isn’t usually a bad thing and what to do about itNatural ways to tackle a fever or minor illnessWhy it’s important to remember that it’s normal for kids to get sickHow Western and alternative medicine are starting to blend togetherThe three big things that parenting books get wrong about raising healthy childrenHow kids are more frequently labeled with behavioral concerns nowWhat the most important thing often missed in medical careHow changing our kids’ diets can improve symptoms and reduce chemical exposure/overloadResources We MentionDr. Joel’s websiteDr. Joel’s Instagram accountGuinness World Records 2022Elderberry syrup recipeGenexa Remedies for KidsPos

I talk a lot about the physical side of health on the podcast, but recently I’ve received an increasing number of questions about the mental health side. Today, I have Paul Hoffman as my guest to discuss this important topic. Paul’s known as the “Personal Discovery Architect.” He’s the visionary and creator behind the Sculpting …

Today I’m here with a dear friend, Madiha Saeed, also known as the Holistic Mom, MD, on social media. She’s a board-certified family physician, international speaker, and author. We talk about her best-selling book, The Holistic Rx: Your Guide to Healing Chronic Inflammation and Disease, and her new book, The Holistic Rx for Kids: Parenting …

Today, I’m here with Emily Blain, COO at Wellnesse. She’s been instrumental in scaling the homemade recipes I’ve made in my kitchen for over a decade into large-scale production products that we can get into your home. Besides her work in product development, Emily is a mom of 4 kids, and she’s an ultrarunner—which is …

In this episode, Dr. Talya Miron-Shatz is my guest. She’s the author of a book called Your Life Depends on It: What You Can Do to Make Better Choices About Your Health. Today, we talk about our relationships with doctors and health care providers—and the specifics of navigating these relationships. I hear from a lot …