A Woman Like You

It’s the episode you’ve all been asking for!  John is our guest today and I couldn’t be happier to share this conversation with you. We talk about our journey from Scotland and Canada to the United States, marriage, kids and making life work in the music business and on the road.   Johnny also shares how his move to Nashville took an unexpected turn and what happened that made us question if we should just move back home. You can follow Johnny on Instagram: @johnnyreidofficial

Are you planning a trip to Nashville? Feeling overwhelmed by where to stay, eat and visit?   Nashville has grown so much over the past 5 years and that means you have a lot of amazing options.   Today I have Brian Barry, the publisher of Nashville Lifestyles here with me to share all the best places to go and things to see.  I asked him to treat this like if he were to have his best friends in town, what would he do with them?   Whether it’s a family, couple or girls trip, we’re covering all the bases to make sure your trip to Nashville is jam packed with fun.  You can follow Nashville Lifestyles on Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/nashvillelifestyles You can follow Brian Barry on Instagram here:https://www.instagram.com/thebrianbarry

Peri menopause and menopause seem like they are finally getting the attention they deserve but if you’re like me, you might be feeling like now there is so much advice and information that it seems overwhelming and you don’t know what the best options for you will be. Dr Mary Claire Haver is a widely respected obgyn menopause specialist with over 2 million followers on instagram who look to her for advice on navigating this change of life. We cover everything from the wildest symptoms both physically and mentally and what we can do to get through this time unscathed. Women are now living 1/3 of their lives after menopause, Dr Haver is telling us how to make it the best part of our lives yet!  You can follow Dr Haver on Instagram: @drmaryclaire You can visit her website for all the information we discuss on this episode:https://thepauselife.com/pages/link-in-bio

She’s back on the podcast to share even more information to help keep you healthy and fit as you get older. Erin is breaking down her newest love, PEPTIDES - what they are and how they help turn back the clock and keep us feeling our best. GLP 1’s - should you take them? Does she take them?  What does Erin eat to stay looking the way she does and what exercises can you incorporate to get in the best shape of your life?  This episode is information packed so you’ll want to grab a pen so you don’t miss a thing! You can follow Erin on instagram @erinoprea Are you feeling like you’re working twice as hard in the gym but things just aren’t working or looking the way they used to?  Feeling frustrated about what to eat and what not to? What amounts of weights you should be lifting and how often? To Cardio or not to Cardio? There’s no short of information and advice out there about how you can look different than you do now.  BUT our guest today, Erin Oprea is here to tell you that you should only worry about being the best version of you and not aspiring to look like someone else. I ask her all the questions about bodies and aging and how we need to adjust our workout and diet accordingly.  Erin is here to tell you it’s not about how you look, it’s about how you feel and the daily activities you need to stay healthy for (like walking up a flight of stairs). Her story of how she got where she is today is truly inspirational and her motivation is admirable.  I can’t wait for you to hear her story and all the great heath and fitness tidbits she shares. You can follow Erin on instagram @erinoprea

Melanie Shankle, author of the best selling book, “Here Be Dragons”, joins us to chat all things Raising Girls. If you’re a Mom, raising a girl, this episode is for you. Melanie graciously shares her own story that led her to the grace she found while helping her own daughter through her tough teen years. Melanie shares how we can help our girls (and ourselves) make it through those formative teen years of friendships, fallouts, drama and mean girls.  Buckle up girl Moms and enjoy this episode.  Follow Melanie here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melanieshankle Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-big-boo-cast/id262921699 Melanie's Book “Here Be Dragons: Treading the Deep Waters of Motherhood, Mean Girls, and Generational Trauma” can be found on Amazon.

What do you do when you think someone you care about is making a bad choice?  What do you do when you don’t approve of her new relationship? What do you do when you think your intentions are pure but they are received as the opposite?  How does a friendship survive?  This is what happened between me and one of my best friends Ellen and she is here today so we can share our story.  I’m so thankful to have her back in my life and I'm thankful that she is here today to share her own amazing story of love, divorce and love again.

Thanks to our partners, CTV News Shopping Trends and Amazon CANADA. See all of my favourite Pre-Black Friday deals on Amazon here: https://www.ctvnews.ca/shopping/deals/best-early-black-friday-lifestyle-deals.html   Ladies, prepare to be inspired!  Do you feel like you’re unsure how to take the ideas in your head and put them into action?  Are you in a business that feels like it’s moving in slow motion?  Are you looking for a new way to fill your time or make money?  Do you want to change whatever it is you’re doing now because it’s just not fulfilling you anymore? Well my guest today has made it her full time job to help you GET WHAT YOU WANT, she also happens to be the author of the best selling book with that exact same title.  Julie Solomon is here to help all of us get out of our rut and move ahead in a fulfilling and prosperous direction. You can follow Julie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julssolomon You can check out the programs she offers on her website: https://juliesolomon.net You can listen to her podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-influencer-podcast/id1229401800

Thanks to our partners, CTV News Shopping Trends and Amazon CANADA. Check out my top picks for early Black Friday deals here: https://www.ctvnews.ca/shopping/deals/best-early-black-friday-lifestyle-deals.html   Mary Trapnell, founder of Nashville Anti Human Trafficking Coalition (NAHT) and Christina Meadows, a survivor of sex trafficking are here today to share their message, their story and most importantly, how we can prevent this from happening to our own daughters. Christina shares her story of years of working in the sex industry after falling prey when she was just a teenager.  How did she cope all those years, why did she stay and how did she finally escape?  Spoiler alert, it had a lot to do with Mary, the founder of NAHT. I ask Mary to break down the steps these traffickers go through to lure young girls and boys out of their homes and onto the streets.  Where are they contacting these kids, what do they say? How do they trick them into believing this is a good idea.   It is every parents worst nightmare and our hope with this episode is that it can help you know the signs to look for, who is most at risk and what to do if this happens to someone you know. You can follow them on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naht_coalition  

Thanks to our partners, CTV News Shopping Trends and Amazon CANADA. See all of my favourite Pre-Black Friday deals on Amazon here: https://www.ctvnews.ca/shopping/deals/best-early-black-friday-lifestyle-deals.html   Lottie Woods was diagnosed with anorexia at age 12, something her mom Emily says that she kept hidden from the family for months. Emily shares with us what it was like realizing how serious her daughter’s focus on her weight was, the signs she saw and the signs she missed.  Lottie shares her raw and honest story of how her path to anorexia began, how she hid it, what was going through her mind at the time and I ask her if there was anything differently her Mom could have done. This is a story of acceptance and recovery for both Lottie, her Mom and her little sister.  Their honestly and willingness to share their story in the hopes of saving another young girl is truly admirable. You can follow more of their story on Instagram: @emilyunscripted  

Money expert and Money Guru for CTV’s The Social and author of the book ‘HAPPY GO MONEY’ Spend smart, save right + enjoy life, Melissa Leong is here today to help us all feel more at ease when it comes to our finances and the future. How should we be spending and saving our money at this stage of life?  What if we've never saved until now?  What's the rule about how much we should be putting away and how does that change based off our age?  Should husbands and wives have separate finances and what happens if one person works and the other stays home with the kids? Melissa also lets us is on what happy people spend 40 % of their money on.  You guys are going to love her, I promise!  Follow Melissa on Instagram: @lisleong Find all her resources on her website:  www.melissaleong.com

Fear, Perfectionism, Control, Comparison, Exclusion, Unworthiness. My guest today says these are some of they myths women hold on to that keep them from being who they were created to be.  Counselor, speaker and author of the wildly popular book UNSTUCK, Kim Anderson is here today to help us all let go of what's holding us back so we can find our passion and purpose in our second half of life.  Who do we want to be once our kids are grown and out of the house? How do we find out?  This is not an end, it's a new beginning and Kim is here to help us get on the right path.  Prepare to feel inspired! You can follow Kim on Instagram @kim_anderson_life You can follow her new program for women and moms on Instagram @elevatemomscollective You can find her book, UNSTUCK by visiting her website: https://www.kimanderson.life/shop Take the Myers Briggs Personality Test Here: https://www.themyersbriggs.com/en-US/Products-and-Services/Myers-Briggs Take the Strength Finders Test Here: https://high5test.com/cliftonstrengths-free/ Take the Enneagram Type Test Here: https://enneagramtest.com

Are you and your partner doing the right things to make each other happy?  Are you checking the boxes for behaviors of the happiest couples? Or the opposite?  Do you ever worry you’re in an emotionally abusive relationship? Are you involved with a narcissist?  And how about that word - narcissist that is thrown around so freely now.  Did you know there’s a difference between someone having narcissistic tendencies and someone having narcissistic personality disorder?  But How do you know the difference and is there anything you can do to change them or survive the relationship?  Registered psychotherapist Kristina Virro is the CEO and founder of the FRESH INSIGHT Mental Health and Wellness Clinic and is here today to break it all down for us. She shares what happy couples do for each other than unhappy ones don’t.  She shares the signs that someone you love (or you) is in an unhealthy or dangerous relationship.  And she breaks down all the information on being in a relationship with a narcissist - either with a partner or even a family member and what, if anything, we can do to cope. You can follow Kristina on instagram: @kristinavirro You can follow Kristina on TikTok:@therapykristina  You can check out her website: https://www.fresh-insight.ca/kristina (https://www.fresh-insight.ca/kristina)

Anna Grace Newell is a clairvoyant medium, akashic records practitioner and intuitive guide who specializes in angel readings. Sound confusing?  Well I ask her to explain it all in language we can understand. Her story of what she believes was an experience "on the other side" is one you have to hear to believe.  She also explains how this experience brought forth a gift in her gift to share with others, both in person and on her podcast AG University.  Anna Grace shares why she was reluctant to tell anyone and how growing up in the church shaped her mindset about psychics. This topic was really out of my expertise and comfort zone so I appreciated how open and patient she was with my questions. Anna Grace is like an actual ball of sunshine when she walks in the room so I would encourage you to watch this episode if you’re able - her energy is contagious. You can follow her on Instagram @annagracenewell and listen to AG University wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Today we have the fabulous Hugh Howser, who has been the go to wedding planner in Nashville for over 17 years.  He is here to share how you too can have an amazing wedding, even if a wedding planner isn't in the budget. What are the first things we need to do once we're engaged?  What can wait? Venue, location, flowers and more. Budget, budget, budget - how much do things cost now anyways?  What should we spend the most on? What can we let go of?  Family dynamics, drama and omg do we invite kids to the wedding? This episode will have you full of ideas and information but also in stitches.  Hugh talks about his newest venture, stand up comedy. Grab a coffee and turn up the volume because this episode is 100% entertainment. You can follow Hugh on Instagram @hughhowser And his event planning instagram @hthreeevents

You may recognize her as the wife of Charles Kelly from the county band Lady A - but she is so much more than just a wife of a famous artist. Cassie is here to discuss what her life was like before meeting Charles, how they met and what the first few years were like when he was just starting out before gaining fame.   The challenges, adjusting to a new normal and what that was like for a new relationship. Recently Charles and Cassie publicly shared about his struggle with alcoholism and how it almost destroyed their marriage.  Cassie vulnerably shares this story, how it affected her as the spouse, their family and what it was that was the final straw for her.  Her honesty, her grace and her love for her family is something truly moving to hear.  I know so many women will feel like she is telling their own story with a partner struggling with addiction and I hope you will feel inspired after listening. You can follow Cassie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassiemkelley

Have you ever wished you could get inside your teens brain?  What are they really thinking? How are they struggling and how can I help them? My guest today is known for his wildly popular online presence as the man behind “I’m Just a Kid with an IEP” and is the # 1 youth motivational speaker and youth advocate n the US.  Jordan Toma joins us today to talk about all the things you need to do if you have a child who struggles at all with school. Growing up himself as someone who struggled with dyslexia and adhd, Jordan knows all too well the challenges that come along with that, both as a student and parent.   Jordan is here to answer all the questions about what to do if you suspect that your child is struggling in school.  We talk about testing, who to speak to, who you need to sign off and how to get your child’s team together at school to give them the best chance. He also shares the best way to communicate with your child so they don’t shut down. Follow Jordan on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/imjustakidwithaniep/ Follow Jordan on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@imjustakidwithaniep Find upcoming speaking engagements and order his book on his website:https://www.jordantoma.com

Also known as “Connor's Mom”,  you’ll recognize my guest today from the wildly popular Netflix show "Love on the Spectrum", where her and her family share their lives, primarily her son Connor's, as he navigates life on the spectrum. Lise Smith opens up about parenting a child on the spectrum, what that was like when he was young and what it’s like now that he’s a young man.  She shares all the signs that were there and how her husband and doctor dismissed her concerns at the time, saying that she was over-reacting.   How has the Netflix show changed their lives? And she shares how Connor has dealt with the introduction of dating into his life. You can watch Lise & Connor's story on Netflix's  "Love on the Spectrum" Season 2 Follow Lise on Instagram: @smithinson8 Follow Connor on Instagram: @connortomlinson5 Follow Connor on TikTok:@connortomlinson5

If you’re listening to this podcast, I'm pretty sure you will remember exactly where you were and what you were doing on September 11, 2001.  9/11 - The day that not just the United States, but the entire world was changed forever.  Brian Clark had as close as an encounter as one could have on the historical day of September 11, 2001.  He was on the 84th floor of the South tower of the World Trade Center when it was hit by an airplane in what would be known as the worst terror attack on U.S. soil.  He was one of the lucky ones that day, one of only 18 people to escape from within or above where the plane struck.  Brian is here to share his experience from that day, 23 years later.  He walks us through the  events on the day leading up to the attack, what he thought when the first tower was hit and when he knew that this was an act of terror and not an accident. Brian shares the choices and decisions he had to make that followed his tower being hit that led him safely down 84 flights of stairs and also the mysterious new found friend he would find along the way What an honor and privilege it was to sit down with Brian and hear his story and be able to now share will all of you.

Canadian born, Nashville living country artist MacKenzie Porter is my guest today and she's here to share all about her new album AND her new baby but she’s also got a pretty amazing story of how she got where she is today. From a cattle ranch in Alberta, Canada to Nashville, TN, MacKenzie always had a love for music, but had to balance that with another love of she had, acting MacKenzie shares what made her move to Nashville and what it was like to uproot her entire life and move to a city on her own.  How did she landed a record deal with Big Machine Records?  And what's her advice for someone else trying to pursue the same sort dream?  MacKenzie also shares the story of how her chart topping duet with Dustin Lynch came to be and how a “follow back’ on instagram was the first clue it was happening. Life looks different these days since becoming a Mom and MacKenzie shares what it's been like being a musician and a Mom. She has a new 19 song album she's currently touring, check out her website for all the details: https://mackenzieporter.com New Album "Nobody's Born With A Broken Heart":https://mackenzieporter.lnk.to/NBWABH Follow MacKenzie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mackenziepmusic

You’ve read the headlines, you’ve watched the show.  But what’s really going on behind the scenes?   Savannah Chrisley is here to set the record straight and to share her and her parents story. In 2022 her parents, Todd & Julie Chrisley were sentenced to federal prison for crimes she says were fabricated.   We talk about the events that led up to their charges and conviction and Savannah explains the mistakes that were made and the injustice that was woven through the entire trial.  We also get into her love life and what that’s like while raising her siblings.   I hope you listen to this episode with an open mind and open heart and with the understanding that celebrities are real people too and deserve your understanding. You can find Savannah on Instagram: @savannahchrisleyand her podcast "UNLOCKED with Savannah Chrisley" wherever you listen to podcasts or watch it here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGQhpHm9WJh6jf_yf185nUtCd9e1eL0Dq&si=cNdlqoZ7otSpyhag

We pick back up for part 2 of my conversation with Steven Allen Youngat the point in Steven's life where he has just been released from prison and, after exhausting all his options for a place to live he finds himself homeless, living out of his car and on the streets of Nashville. We hear about what that looked like for him, what he endured and the blessing of a man named Mike who was instrumental in getting him off the streets.  Steven's story takes a turn that you just have to hear to believe, from being homeless himself to now helping the homeless each and every day. I can’t wait for you to hear how this turns out. To learn more about Home Street Home you can follow Steven on Instagram @homestreethome_tn 

Have you ever passed a homeless person on the street and thought to yourself, how did they get here?  Have you ever passed judgment and thought, “that would never happen to me?” Or assumed it was their own fault they ended up in this situation?Or maybe you’ve thought the problem was too big and that nothing you were going to do would solve it. Our guest today is here to share his remarkable story of a tragic childhood that spun him into a life of bad choices.  Those bad choices led him to prison and then eventually onto the streets where he found himself homeless for 5 years on the streets of Nashville. Spoiler alert: Steven is now a best selling author of his book ‘FROM CHAINS TO CHANGE’ and is the co-founder of HOME STREET HOME - a Nashville organization that helps the homeless community with their everyday needs like shelter, food and toiletries but also with the ultimate goal of getting them back on their feet. Our conversation was packed with so much emotion and inspirations I just couldn’t imagine editing anything out. This is part one of my conversation with Steven Allen Young. To learn more about Home Street Home you can follow Steven on Instagram: @homestreethome_tn

Our guest today has been working as a plastic surgery nurse and non-surgical cosmetic nurse for the past 20 years.  She is also a national speaker and trainer for Allergan, the manufacturer of Botox. Keri Lea, also known as “The Nashville Beauty Girl” has developed her niche in face balancing using non-surgical modalities and is here today to share all her tips and tricks with us. Keri shares her favorite things to do on her clients to keep them feeling their best. We talk about topicals, injectables, lasers and her specific recommendations to treat concerns like wrinkles, skin sagging, brown spots and more. I ask her about skin care and what we can buy at the drugstore if medical grade skin care is not in the budget.  If you’ve ever thought you might like to try something but just feel overwhelmed by it all I know you’re going to find this episode helpful.   You can follow Keri for more insight on Instagram @thenashvillebeautygirl To book a consult or appt with Keri please reach out to Hatef Aesthetics at 615-678-6273 @hatefaesthetics on Instagram  

Are your kids getting ready to leave for college? Are you trying to manage all the emotions that come with that but still not feeling ready? What does life look like when they go? How do we set up a great foundation so that our relationship with them stays strong even when they aren’t under our roof? Suzanne Mayernick knows a thing or two about raising kids and maintaining a solid relationship with them once they leave for school and beyond.  We discuss all the feelings leading up to the oldest leaving and she offers a great perspective on how to look at it.   Suzanne also tells us about her 9th “child”, her passion project Love One International, a center in Uganda that receives, rehabilitates and resettles malnourished children. We talk about marriage and how it ebbs and flows through raising kids and the importance of making sure you still know (and like) the person you married beyond having kids. I can’t wait for you to listen as I know so many of you are gearing up to send your kids off to school this year.   Suzannes story will leave you feeling inspired, hopeful and with some great ideas to utilize with your own kids. You can follow Suzanne on Instagram @suzannemayernick You can follow Love One International on Instagram @loveoneint Love One website https://www.loveoneinternational.org

After much demand, our favorite OBGYN is back!  Answering all the questions we didn’t get to ask the last time she was here.  We are going more in depth, and really getting specific with our most intimate questions and concerns from STD’s to male birth control and so much more. Have you heard of the new upswing of men getting vasectomies as a form of birth control? Is that a wise idea?  How much do you really know about Plan B and how it actually works?  What is the best way to keep up our hygiene “down there”?  What is a fibroid and how do you know if it needs to be removed? I’m asking all the uncomfortable questions so you don’t have to. Also as a disclaimer, this PODCAST is for entertainment purposes only and you should always see your own doctor for your personal concerns. Dr. Kristin Daniel practices as an OBGYN at WOMEN Obstetrics & Gynecology in Nashville, TN. https://www.womenob.net/meet-us/kristen-daniel-md/ 

Is there a new baby that's about to enter your life? Are you a new mom, an expecting mom, a grandma, a nanny or anyone who will be in contact with a newborn?  This episode is for you! Rachel Ramsey from the Newborn Nurse is our guest today and she is here to share everything you need to know before and after you bring a baby home.  Voted #1 In Home Newborn Nursing Care and #1 In Home & Online Newborn Education, plus 19 years experience, Rachel is here to help both moms and babies rest a little better. A former Neonatal RN, Rachel began the Newborn Nurse after realizing that moms really needed the most support in the days and weeks after leaving the hospital and they just weren’t getting it.  She’s the most sought-after baby guru in Nashville and her families credit her to helping them feel like they’re doing it right and most importantly, getting some sleep. Rachel shares her tips for sleeping, eating, and care as well as her favorite gadgets - what you really need at the hospital and in those first few weeks at home. You can find more advice and information from Rachel by following her onInstagram @thenewbornnurse For Rachel's online course, visit: https://newborncare101.mykajabi.com/newborn-care-101 You can also listen to her podcast “The Newborn Nurse Podcast” wherever you listen to your podcasts.

If you are in the depths of trying to have a baby, struggling with infertility, going through treatments or exploring the adoption option this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Our guest today is here today to bravely share her story in the hopes of helping other women who find themselves in the same place she was just a few years ago.  Her and her husbands struggle on their journey to become parents, the highs and lows, hopes and disappointment - all make up her story and what I believe so many of you will relate to. We discuss all the struggles of  infertility, treatment options, pregnancy loss and domestic adoption.  Melissa shares advice from experience of what to do and not to do, what’s normal and not, and how much does all of this cost? There is a happy ending to their story but the road there was one that honestly could be made into a movie. I hope you enjoy listening as much as I did and if you know anyone struggling with infertility right now I would encourage you to share this with them.

Today we sit down with Katie Kadan, who you’ll remember from Season 17 of NBC's The Voice, where she finished in 3rd place.  After hearing her sing, Kelly Clarkson said, “That's what we need in the music industry, just a revamp of actual talent.” Katie opens up in this raw conversation about life on one of the most acclaimed music talent shows and what life has been like since. We talk about what life was like for her growing up, being “different” from the other kids and how that held her back from following her dreams of music for so long. With the help of some great friends she was able to take the step onto the biggest stage of her life and come out on top. Katie's insight into body image, self love, society standards and even bullying will have you laughing and crying all at the same time. She truly is one of the most joyful people I have ever met and I just had to get her to share some of that light with all of you. I can’t wait for you to meet the woman behind the voice. You can follow Katie on Instagram @katiekadanofficialFacebook: Katie KadanTikTok: @katiekadanYouTube: @KatieKadanTwitter: @KatieKadan

If you are in peri menopause, menopause or post menopause you are probably very familiar with the term HRT.  You are also likely very overwhelmed or even frustrated by all the information out there and just want to know what's best for you! Today I have the woman who I credit to totally changing my life (for real) on the podcast.  When I stepped into Lisa Grissim's office at Restore Hormonal Vitality and Wellness Center here in Nashville just over a year ago, I was a dulled-down version of my former self and certainly of the one I am today. The lack of information about HRT baffled me and once I started talking about it, the feedback was so overwhelming I knew I had to make it an episode. Lisa is here today to answer questions that you sent in and I hope it gives you some answers and direction. Please consult your own medical doctor for your individual care.  Resources Lisa mentions in the episode: https://www.simplehormones.com https://worldlinkmedical.com  

In part 2 of my conversation with Margaret Lantz, she opens up about their lives after Caroline was first found to be “free of disease.”  They were sent home and she thought life would go back to normal, why wouldn’t it?  This is what they had dreamed of.  Was it too good to be true? In this honest and raw conversation, Margaret opens up about her struggle once they came home and the therapy that she credits as being life saving and changing for her. She also tells us about the phone call she received while at therapy that blew their world up once again. You can follow Margaret on her NEW instagram account @margaretlantzwrites and you can follow Caroline's journey @carolinestrong2.0 You can read an updated blog of Caroline's journey at www.carolinestrong.com

In 2017 at the age of 5, Margaret Lantz's daughter Caroline was diagnosed with Stage 4, high risk neuroblastoma, an aggressive cancer that had spread throughout almost all of her body, including her bone marrow. Margaret and her family have been through so much over the past 6 years and we often hear the story of the patient going through the cancer but we don’t really hear about the family or the parents of the patient and how it affects them. Margaret is here today to bravely share her story with the hopes that it could help others going through the same thing. You will be so emotionally moved, I can’t wait for you to hear this one. You can follow Margaret on her NEW instagram account @margaretlantzwrites and you can follow Caroline's journey @carolinestrong2.0 You can read an updated blog of Caroline's journey at www.carolinestrong.com

Have you been thinking about getting a little something done? To your face? Your body? Worried about how it will turn out or if there is a different option for you? Not sure who to ask? Plastic surgery and body contouring has come such a long way.  Gone are the days when getting any kind of work done meant you would end up looking like a cat woman.  These days, procedures are performed with new techniques that allow more custom work tailored just for you, the goal being that you are simply a better version of you. Dr. Dan Hatef is a double-fellowship trained, board-certified, aesthetic plastic surgeon based in Nashville, TN.  He specializes (but is not limited to) surgical and non-surgical rhinoplasties, breast augmentation, facelifts and injectables. Today Dr. Hatef is here sharing all of your options, surgical and non-surgical, and what you should be looking for when you are trying to navigate the big world of plastic surgery. We talk about the 5 most common plastic surgeries and also some new ones that are still not widely known. This episode is packed with great information so make sure to save it for quick future reference. You can follow Dr. Hatef on Instagram @hatefaesthetics and can book a consultation or appointment via their website www.hatefaesthetics.com

In 2016, Dr. Annabelle Manalo-Morgan welcomed her 3rd child, Macario.  After a normal and uncomplicated pregnancy and birth, the days that followed were anything but. At 5 weeks old, Macario required a 9-hour surgery where doctors removed 40% of his brain due to daily, uncontrollable seizures.  At six months old he still had the functions of a newborn and Dr. Annabelle could not accept that as his forever life.   As a cellular biologist, she believed she had the tools to at least try to change the course of her son's life. This began the creation of MASAYA, a pure form of CBD that she administered to him through his feeding tube.  After a short time, she watched as Macario began to move, make eye contact and start to thrive.  Today he is an able-bodied, functioning 8 year old boy and you truly would never believe this little boy was once lethargic.  Dr. Annabelle is here today to share the story of her son and how CBD saved his life and about her mission to educate people on its power.  We also talk a lot about her passion to marry traditional medicine with alternative, and the positive impact that could have for you as the patient. It’s a story you have to see to believe! You can follow Dr. Annabelle on Instagram @drannabelleofficial You can purchase or learn more about her CBD company, MASAYA on Instagram @masayamedical You can purchase her best selling book "MIGHTY FLOWER, How Cannabis Saved My Son" anywhere you buy your books.

Ladies this one’s for you! If you grew up in my generation or older, you probably didn't get a lot of information given to you about your body. You probably had to ask a friend or read an article in Seventeen magazine that gave you a very one-sided piece of information as your answer.  And now, the same generation of women who had limited information on their own bodies are now mothering girls, and how do we feel equipped to share with them if we are still uncertain ourselves? Yes we can Google just about anything, but if you Google the same question enough times you’re likely to find 5 different answers that all promise to be right. Today I have my own OBGYN Dr. Kristin Daniel here to set the record straight on an array of topics that we AND our daughters have to deal with. We go through the spectrum, starting with puberty and periods (when should you take your daughter for an exam?) to birth control and conceiving (when do we start to worry?), STD’s (how and often do we screen for those?) pregnancy & recovery, postpartum depression and of course… menopause. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed either with your own body or with how to handle dealing with your daughter's as she enters the tween years, you’re going to Iove this episode. *This podcast is for entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. You should always see and speak to your own doctor about any personal concerns or health issues. Dr. Kristin Daniel currently works as an OBGYN at Women Obstetrics & Gynecology in Nashville, TN

In 2012, mother of 3, Betsy Mikesell had a need she couldn’t solve with anything on the market, an easy way to make her twin boys bunk beds while still looking the way she wanted it to. It was on a walk with her best friend, while sharing this frustration that the idea was born. Two years later, the two would be shipping their first order from their newly started company in Utah, Beddy’s Zipper Bedding. By 2020, Beddy’s had seen immense growth and life was going great. Until a day that was supposed to be just an ordinary day of fun took an an almost fatal turn when Betsy, her husband, her twin boys and the couples best friends were on a plane that crashed. Betsy is here to share two miraculous stories. The first of how she was able to turn a need into an idea and then into a multi million dollar business. The second of the day of the plane crash, the days following, the recovery and how life changed for all of them after the crash. Betsy Mikesell is like a ray of sunshine and truly radiates joy wherever she goes and I cannot wait for you all to hear her story.  Ps… get the tissues ready Follow Betsy on instagram: @betsymikesell The plane crash was captured by Betsys husband Gentry from inside the plane and you can watch it here on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kMzjf6K0ll0?si=2b6ldgDLFTNgguot Watch the video of the family returning to the scene of the crash One year later with the first responder who saw them go down here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iOrFvUxTRQ To see the entire product line from Beddy’s Zipper Bedding: https://beddys.com/

Are you feeling like you’re working twice as hard in the gym but things just aren’t working or looking the way they used to?  Feeling frustrated about what to eat and what not to? What amounts of weights you should be lifting and how often? To Cardio or not to Cardio? There’s no short of information and advice out there about how you can look different than you do now.  BUT our guest today, Erin Oprea is here to tell you that you should only worry about being the best version of you and not aspiring to look like someone else. I ask her all the questions about bodies and aging and how we need to adjust our workout and diet accordingly.  Erin is here to tell you it’s not about how you look, it’s about how you feel and the daily activities you need to stay healthy for (like walking up a flight of stairs). Her story of how she got where she is today is truly inspirational and her motivation is admirable.  I can’t wait for you to hear her story and all the great heath and fitness tidbits she shares. You can follow Erin on instagram @erinoprea You can listen to her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/opreas-open-mic/id1704018042

Hey Moms, are you wondering what happened to the sweet little boy who used to see you as the center of his whole world?  The one who told you everything and wanted nothing more than to be wherever you were?  Does it feel like like he’s been replaced by a larger body little man that you don’t recognize and can’t get a word out of?  Are you struggling to find an easier way to connect? Well look no further because David Thomas is here today to share all his wisdom and you will not want to miss a minute of this episode.  Grab a pen and paper because you’re going to want to write this down! Author of the best selling books, WILD THINGS - THE ART OF NURTURING BOYS and RAISING EMOTIONALLY STRONG BOYS (and many more) David helps us look into the developing minds of boys and gives us practical tools and advice that we can use everyday in our interactions with our sons. Whether you are a Mom, Dad, Grandparent, Teacher or Caregiver of a young boy or teen boy, you won’t want to miss this! You can also listen to David on his podcast RAISING BOYS & GIRLS Follow him on instagram @raisingboysandgirls Purchase his books WILD THINGS: The art of Nurturing Boys or Raising Emotionally Strong Boys on AMAZON or AUDIBLE

Is “fine” the new rock bottom? My guest today would say it is.    Social media figure, best selling author, business owner, reality tv star, Wife and Mother, Mallory Ervin is here today to share her story and wisdom. She lives out her motto, “living fully” in all aspects of her life and is here today to tell us how we can too.  She shares about the hurdles she has had to overcome to get where she is today and her story is nothing short of inspirational. This episode is sure to ignite a spark of joy inside you and get you on your way to Living Fully. You can find Mallory on instagram @malloryervin and @livingfullyco Mallory is the author of two best selling books LIVING FULLY and ALL IN, available online and most book stores.

Four years ago Kortney Wilson and her then husband shocked everyone when they announced on social media they were getting a divorce.   A seemingly happy couple who millions were used to watching on their popular HGTV design show, ‘MAKING IT HOME’ were now calling it quits and it left everyone wondering why. Kortney joins me today on the podcast to finally share her story.  How she tried to make it work, when she knew it wouldn’t, how she always kept her kids a top priority and how she eventually found her happy ever after with her now husband Ryan. You can find Kortney on instagram @allthingskortneywilson Listen to new episodes of A Woman Like You on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow A Woman Like You on Instagram

Welcome to the debut episode of A Woman Like You! Are you feeling overwhelmed with decorating a space?  Do you wish someone would just help you pick your paint color or tell you how to arrange your furniture? Should you hire a designer or can you do it yourself? Do you feel pressure to keep up with design trends but worry about the longevity? Nashville based interior designer, Lori Paranjape joins me today to answer all your design questions and help you create a space you love. You can follow Lori on Instagram instagram.com/mrsparanjape or check out her website www.mrsparanjape.com Note: the neural paint color Lori references but couldn’t remember is Sherwin Williams 7506 - Loggia Listen to new episodes of A Woman Like You on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow A Woman Like You on Instagram

Grab a coffee, pull up a chair, or pour a glass of wine and relax. Get on your running shoes and go for a walk or let me keep you company while you’re driving around town. I’m Jennifer Reid and each week I’ll be inviting a new guest to join me for a heartfelt conversation on an array of topics that we, as women all deal with from time to time. Relationships, health, parenting, aging, friendships, heartache and everything in between. Nothing is off limits as we dive into all the things that make up…. A woman like you.