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Wellness For The Win Podcast

by Shanna Hutcheson

The Wellness For The Win Podcast is hosted by Shanna Hutcheson, a Registered Dietitian and boy mama of 2, who is passionate about helping women improve their overall wellbeing and learn how to feel their best, even in the busyness of motherhood. We will talk about all things...

90 episodes

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S1 E88Mar 25, 202629 min
: Bianca Miller's Honest Journey with GLP-1's; Navigating the Stigma, Benefits and Her "Why"

Today's conversation with Bianca is a really honest & vulnerable one -- she shares her journey taking a GLP-1; why she started,...

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S1 E87Mar 18, 202637 min
: Let's Yap with Bianca Miller, Part 2 -- Keeping Marriage Spicy, Comparison Struggles, Making Time for Friends in Your 30s, and more

We're back with my friend @biancamillerwrites this week & today is just a little yap session. Random Q&A mostly on marriage,...

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S1 E86Mar 11, 202653 min
: Bianca Miller on Becoming a Full-Time Indie Author and the Tea on Book 3

PS: don't listen with little ears around, oops ; ) I'm so excited to have my AUTHOR bestie and neighbor back on the podcast! We...

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S1 E85Feb 18, 202621 min
: 5-Year-Old Interview with Rhett

I spontaneously decided to interview Rhett and ask him some questions about being a 5-year-old. What he enjoys doing, his favorite foods,...

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Feb 11, 202633 min
#84: Interview with my Mama, Part 2 -- Reflecting on Becoming a Special Needs Grandma & More

This is part 2 of my conversation with my mama! Last week we talked all about her life pre-marriage & kids, becoming a mom, young...

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S1 E83Feb 4, 202648 min
: An Honest Interview with My Mom -- on Motherhood, Becoming a Nana, and Words of Wisdom

I had the honor of sitting down with MY sweet mama (Rhett & Levi's "nana") for such a fun conversation. I will love being able to...

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Jan 28, 202637 min
#82: BEST OF 2025 -- a few of my favorite things

HI, WELCOME BACK : ) I missed you! coming back to the show with a solo episode today! What you'll hear in today's episode;...

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S1 E81Apr 9, 202529 min
: When You're Conflicted About Whether or Not to Grow Your Family

Today is a solo episode about the decision to grow your family -- or not. I was recently cleaning out the boys' closets and posted a...

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S1 E80Feb 12, 202527 min
: Realistic Healthy Snacking Ideas & Tips

Solo pod today all about healthy snacking! This is something I often got questions about from clients when working as a dietitian....

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S1 E79Jan 17, 202533 min
: 2024 Reflections + 2025 Goals and Word of the Year -- Solo

Today is a quick-ish solo episode! I'm looking back on my 2024 ins & outs -- what to keep & what to ditch, plus my 2025 word of the...

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S1 E78Dec 18, 202447 min
: My Biggest Insecurities, Freezer Staples, Costco Favorites & Corporate World vs. SAHM Life

Today is a solo episode! Per usual -- all over the place. Just answering a bunch of random Q&A I've gotten recently! What I covered:...

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S1 E77Nov 27, 20241h 12m
: The "Happiness Trap" with Licensed Therapists from The Counseling Co.

This episode with the licensed therapists from The Counseling Co. is all about the "happiness trap" -- AKA, how our beliefs around...

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S1 E76Oct 23, 20241h 10m
: Bianca Miller's Journey from Leaving Teaching to Becoming a Full-Time Author, Sneak Peek at Book TWO, Plus an "Ask The Neighbors"/Advice Segment with Shan + B!

So excited to have my good friend, neighbor and PUBLISHED AUTHOR Bianca Miller on the pod today! This one is slightly chaotic -- enjoy ;...

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S1 E75Oct 16, 20241h 19m
: Kellie Bullard-Kelley Part 2: Life After Loss, Remarrying as a Young Widow, How to Survive and Thrive Through Grief and More

I'm SO excited to have Kellie Bullard-Kelley BACK on the podcast today for part 2! She was on waaaaay back on episode 6 of the...

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S1 E74Oct 2, 20241h 1m
: NAPA Intensive Therapy Recap, Nutrition Q&A, Special Needs Mom Tips and More

Solo episode today! What I covered: NAPA – Levi’s therapy intensive in Colorado – recapGoals now that we’re home Random Q&A:Do we need to...

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S1 E73Sep 25, 202440 min
: A Deep Dive Into Understanding the Therapy Process with The Counseling Co.

In today’s episode, I sat down with therapists Kelsey & Tara from the Counseling Co. (women’s mental health practice located in the Kansas...

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S1 E72Jul 31, 202433 min
: Why Motivation Isn't Enough -- How to Develop & Maintain Healthy Habits

Today is a solo episode! What you can expect when you listen: Sharing some thoughts on health and wellness goals & habits – why motivation...

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S1 E71Jun 26, 202448 min
: Has Honesty About Motherhood on IG Gone Too Far? Intuitive Eating, C-Section Recovery, Family Meal Inspo Q&A and More

This solo episode includes lots of random Q&A that you guys submitted on IG! I'm addressing some things like:Motherhood -- my favorite...

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S1 E70Jun 19, 202452 min
: Navigating a Gestational Diabetes Diagnosis with Leslee Flannery, RD

This conversation is all about gestational diabetes with a Registered Dietitian who specializes in the condition -- Leslee Flannery, RD....

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May 22, 202426 min
#69: Rhett Being Adorable & Random Chats

Please enjoy this random, unplanned and all over the place solo episode // also featuring my special guest, mister Rhett. ; ) Affiliate...

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S1 E68May 8, 202456 min
: Disordered Eating, Eating Disorders & Healing Your Relationship with Food and Your Body with Heather Lasco, RD

Heather Lasco is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in working with individuals with eating disorders. In this episode we dive into all...

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S1 E67May 1, 202433 min
: Toddler Discipline, Setting Boundaries and Random Q&A

Hello! Today is a random solo episode that is all over the place, per usual. Here's what you can expect: random Q&A / would you rather...

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S1 E66Apr 24, 202452 min
Ready to Try REAL FOOD for Tube Feeding? Learn How with Hilarie Geurink, RD, CSP

For anyone interested in learning about using REAL FOOD for tube feeding, you have to listen to this conversation! My friend and fellow...

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S1 E65Jan 25, 202457 min
: 2024 Ins & Outs, Mindset Shifts and Life Updates

Hiiiii friends! Enjoy this spontaneous solo episode -- going over 2024 Ins & Outs, goals for the year, random Q&A and life updates. : )...

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S1 E64Nov 1, 202327 min
: Q&A and Things I'm Currently Loving

Enjoy this very random and impromptu episode!You can find links on my Amazon storefront at amazon.com/shop/wellnessforthewin (affiliate)...

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Jul 12, 202340 min
#63: Top Kansas City Recommendations for Families with Kansas City Mom Collective

Today we have Sarah of Kansas City Mom Collective on the podcast to tell us allll the best recs around KC to check out with your family and...

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S1 E62Jul 5, 202355 min
: Everything You Need To Know About Car Buying with Kelly of The Car Mom

Today we have Kelly of The Car Mom on the podcast! I loved this conversation and know you guys will, too. Tune in to hear: How Kelly got...

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S1 E61Jun 28, 202340 min
: Random Things I'm Loving + Updates

Another solo episode with random updates, things I'm loving (shows, random purchases, etc.) and me rambling lol. Enjoy! Affiliate...

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S1 E60Jun 21, 202330 min
: A Little Life + Levi Update

Levi is officially 5 weeks old and HOME from the NICU. I'm sharing a little update on how we are doing now and just reflecting over...

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S1 E59May 31, 20231h 22m
: Your Ultimate Guide to Kansas City with Amanda Bergmann @nomastayinkc

Do you live in Kansas City or have it on your list to visit? Today my friend Amanda of @nomastayinkc and I are giving a longggg list of...

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S1 E58May 24, 202342 min
: How to Get Started with Baby Led Weaning with Dietitian Katie Ferraro

For this episode I sat down with Katie Ferraro MPH, RDN, CDCES to talk alllll about starting solids with your baby using a baby led weaning...

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S1 E57May 17, 202349 min
: Part 2: Is Raw Milk Good For You? What are GMOs? Your Dairy & Farming Questions Answered

This episode is a continuation of last week's conversation with Lauren Twigge, RD. She has a background in Animal Science and personal...

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S1 E56May 10, 202351 min
: All About Dairy, Nutrition, Farming & More with Lauren Twigge, RD

This episode with Registered Dietitian Lauren Twigge is PACKED with all of your burning questions about dairy nutrition, the farming...

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S1 E55May 3, 202350 min
: Second Pregnancy Recap, Recommendations & Random Thoughts

This is a random second pregnancy brain dump -- recapping third trimester, symptoms, random thoughts, recommendations and more! What I...

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S1 E54Apr 26, 202354 min
: Exercising During and After Pregnancy and Having an Empowered Birth with Expecting and Empowered

In today's episode, Amy Kiefer of Expecting and Empowered comes on to discuss tips for exercising safely during pregnancy and how to...

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S1 E53Apr 19, 20231h 5m
: Prioritizing Your Relationship & Intimacy After Kids with Marriage365

I sat down with Casey and Meygan of Marriage365 to address all of your marriage and relationship questions. This was packed with great tips...

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S1 E52Apr 12, 202359 min
: Tips for Preparing for a New Baby with Pediatrician Dr. Kate Hartman

For today’s episode we have Dr. Kate Hartman of Shawnee Mission Pediatrics on to talk about allll kinds of things for mamas expecting their...

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S1 E51Apr 5, 202324 min
: How We Knew We Were Ready to Have Kids & Why We're Stopping at Two

Today is a solo episode addressing some FAQs I've gotten, including the following: How did we know we were ready to have kids (the...

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S1 E50Mar 29, 20231h 18m
: Chatting with my BFFs: On Friendship, Hall Passes, Life Advice and More

Warning: don't listen to this one around your kids, haha! I sat down with my BFFs of 15+ years for this one and we had lots of good...

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S1 E49Mar 22, 202355 min
: Supporting People Who Are Differently Abled with Meg Johnson

Meg Johnson is a 26-year-old with hearing loss, and in this episode, she talks about her experience growing up as someone who is...

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S1 E48Mar 15, 20231h 16m
: Breastfeeding Part 2: Busting Myths, Pumping, Weaning and More with Summer Friedmann, IBCLC

This episode is a continuation of last week's episode on all things breastfeeding, pumping and more. Here are some of the topics we...

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S1 E47Mar 8, 20231h 9m
: All Things Breastfeeding & Pumping with IBCLC Summer Friedmann AKA Done Naturally

I sat down with IBCLC Summer Friedmann of Done Naturally to dive into ALL your questions regarding breastfeeding, pumping, weaning and...

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S1 E46Mar 1, 202324 min
: How To *Actually* Improve Your Health

Are you feeling overwhelmed by all the things you see on social media these days when it comes to food, health and even beauty standards?...

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S1 E45Feb 22, 20231h 13m
: How to Love Your Body Well, Even When It's Hard with Amy Reinecke

I sat down with Amy Reinecke to discuss all things body image and healing your relationship with food and your body, as well as learning to...

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S1 E44Feb 15, 202349 min
: Funny Trivia, Would You Rather & Shameful Confessions with Ethan

In honor of Valentine's Day this week, I brought my husband Ethan on to have a fun, not-so-serious chat with me! What we covered: Lots...

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S1 E43Feb 8, 202342 min
: Best Selling Authors Christina Lauren Dish About Their Writing Process & More

I have read several books by co-authors Christina Hobbs and Lauren Billings -- you may know them by their combined pen name, Christina...

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S1 E42Feb 1, 202345 min
: How to Read Nutrition Labels with a Registered Dietitian

Today we are breaking down nutrition labels line by line to hopefully make it easier to understand what you're getting and which foods...

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S1 E41Jan 25, 202349 min
: How to Start a Business That Aligns with Your Life with Pursuing Her Purpose

Feeling unsatisfied with your current job or career path? Is there something you're passionate about or really good at that you could...

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S1 E40Jan 18, 20231h 11m
: Pelvic Floor Health Before, During & After Pregnancy with Dr. Lizzie Kieffer, PT, DPT

If you are pregnant or postpartum, or even TTC, you will find this episode so helpful! Today we have Dr. Lizzie Kieffer, pelvic floor...

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S1 E39Jan 11, 20231h 12m
: Embracing Intuitive Eating & Body Kindness in a Plus Size Body with Dani Reilley

If you are struggling with going on and off of countless diets, have poor body image, or simply want to understand someone else's...

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S1 E38Jan 4, 202323 min
: My 2023 Goals & Intentions

Have you set any goals for the new year? Today I am sharing my *intentions* and things I'd like to prioritize a little more and/or...

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S1 E37Dec 28, 20221h 9m
: Looking to cut back on alcohol or "sober curious?" Let's talk about it with Sober Sis

How do you feel about your relationship with alcohol? Good? Bad? It's complicated? In today's episode with Jenn of Sober Sis we...

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S1 E36Dec 21, 202221 min
: Let's Close Out 2022 with a Healthy Mindset

This is a fairly quick episode that will hopefully provide you with some encouragement and positive mindset shifts as we close out this...

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S1 E35Dec 14, 20221h 3m
: Everything You Need To Know About Whole30 with Charlotte Martin, MS, RD

Ep. #35: Today we are diving deep into Whole30. If you've been curious about it or are contemplating doing it (again), tune in to hear...

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S1 E34Dec 7, 202235 min
: New Home Building FAQs

ICYMI, we built a house... again! Yes, this is our second build in the past few years, but we hope to stay put for a V LONG TIME, haha. In...

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S1 E33Nov 30, 202256 min
: Nutrition Tweaks to Boost Energy & Beat Burnout with Rachel Sandoval, RDN

Feeling exhausted and run down all the time? Guess what - it doesn't have to be that way! You deserve to have energy and mental...

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S1 E32Nov 23, 20221h 7m
: Mental Health & Setting Boundaries Around The Holidays with The Counseling Co.

The holiday season is among us, and it can be a super fun yet super stressful time for many of us. If you are struggling with family,...

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S1 E31Nov 16, 20221h 4m
: Skincare Do's and Don'ts with Licensed Esthetician Rachel Monley Naster

Taking care of your skin is an important part of your health AND it can significantly impact your confidence! I have been on my own journey...

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S1 E29Nov 11, 202211 min
#30: Baby Hutch #2 is a...

SPOILER ALERT: tune in to hear the gender of baby #2!I'm also sharing my very honest thoughts and feelings on the gender of this baby,...

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S1 E29Nov 9, 202229 min
: Surprise... I'M PREGNANT!

I can't believe I'm finally saying these words out loud, but Baby Hutch #2 is on the way! We are feeling so blessed and excited...

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S1 E28Nov 2, 202233 min
: A Registered Dietitian's Honest Thoughts on 75 Hard

In this episode I am breaking down the pros and cons of the 75 Hard program, and the requirements that you have to follow for 75...

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S1 E27Oct 26, 20221h 7m
: Navigating Infertility and Intuitive Eating Through IVF with Susan Portz, MS, RDN

I sat down with Susan Portz, who is a Registered Dietitian, Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and IVF sister. Susan is passionate about...

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S1 E26Oct 19, 202243 min
: How to Prevent and Manage Type 2 Diabetes with Kristie Messerli, RD CDCES

Diabetes is incredibly common, so it's important to understand what it is, who is at risk, and how we can support healthy blood...

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S1 E25Oct 12, 202252 min
: How To Build Your Village & Make New Mom Friends with The Matrescence

Motherhood can feel lonely sometimes, and it can feel hard to make new friends as an adult. But it doesn't have to! For today's...

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S1 E24Oct 5, 202233 min
: Halloween Unpopular Opinions & Navigating Halloween Candy

Happy almost Halloween!!! This month's solo episode is Halloween-themed, per your requests.What I cover today: Unpopular opinions:...

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S1 E23Sep 28, 20221h 5m
: Healing From Stress and Trauma and Balancing Your Nervous System with Andrea Arlotti

The nervous system is FASCINATING to me and today we dive into alllll the things that we can do to support our nervous systems + overall...

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Sep 21, 202243 min
#22: How to Tackle Taxes with Confidence with Lisa Thrasher CPA

Stressed about taxes? Tune into this episode where I sat down with Lisa Thrasher CPA to break down all things taxes - whether you’re a W2...

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S1 E21Sep 14, 202239 min
: 5 Year Wedding Anniversary Q&A with My Husband, Ethan

We've learned a thing or two after five whole years of marriage, one child, two dogs, several moves and all the other curveballs that...

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S1 E20Sep 7, 202228 min
: 10 Self-Care Activities I Prioritize Every Single Day

Today we’re talking about SELF CARE. I’m sharing ten things I do every single day (and/or week) to take care of myself physically, mentally...

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S1 E19Aug 31, 20221h 12m
: Developmental Milestones for Babies & Toddlers with Pediatric Physical Therapist @themovementmama

Kailee of @themovementmama walks us through alllll the big milestones that us mamas tend to worry SO much about. Thankfully, Kailee has a...

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S1 E18Aug 24, 20221h 1m
: Period Problems, Fertility Awareness Method and Learning Your Cycles with Michal Vande Kamp

Michal Vande Kamp, women’s health dietitian, teaches us all the things we need to know about our menstrual cycles. Whether you are trying...

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S1 E17Aug 17, 20221h 18m
: Adoption, Raising 5 Kids, Interracial Marriage and Navigating Tough Conversations with Compassion with Kamri Phox Phillippi

Kamri is a mom of 5, including two biological children and three adopted children. We covered a variety of really important topics in this...

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S1 E16Aug 10, 20221h 7m
: Missy Franklin on Winning 5 Olympic Gold Medals to Becoming a Mom

Meet Missy Franklin: she swam in the Olympics TWICE and brought home FIVE gold medals throughout her career. Not only is Missy incredibly...

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S1 E15Aug 3, 202229 min
: How I Stopped Counting Calories and Why I Never Looked Back

Today is a solo episode sharing a little bit about my past struggles with food, exercise and body image. I dive into my 7-year history with...

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S1 E14Jul 27, 202254 min
: How To Safely Introduce Your Dog To Your Baby with Dog Meets Baby

Today we have Dominika of @dogmeets_baby to teach us all about introducing your dogs (or fur babies) to your new human baby. We dive into...

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S1 E13Jul 20, 202242 min
: Personal Finance 101: Saving, Budgeting and More with Ethan Hutcheson, AAMS

Today I’m sitting down with my lovely husband, Ethan Hutcheson, financial advisor to talk allllll things personal finance! You all had TONS...

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S1 E12Jul 14, 20229 min
: A Personal Note About Our Breastfeeding and Weaning Journey

This is just a little quickie episode that I wanted to share along with this week's episode on postpartum mental health. We touched on...

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S1 E11Jul 13, 20221h 4m
: Postpartum Mental Health with Licensed Therapists from The Counseling Co.

Today we are talking about ALL things postpartum mental health with licensed therapists Kelsey and Tara from The Counseling Collaborative,...

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S1 E10Jul 6, 202230 min
: Things I Chilled Out About As Rhett Got Older

This one is for all the mamas. Today I'm talking about allllll the things I chilled out about as my son got older. As a new,...

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S1 E9Jun 29, 20221h 7m
: Everything You Need To Know About Spray Tans and Being A Female Entrepreneur with Shonna Dexter

Today I have Shonna Dexter, Owner of Recreating Rays Spray Tan Studios in Kansas City! This episode includes some great tips regarding...

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Jun 22, 202258 min
#8: Optimizing Nutrition Before, During and After Pregnancy with Ayla Barmmer, MS, RD

Today on the pod we have Registered Dietitian Ayla Barmmer talking ALL about how to optimize your nutrition before, during and after...

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S1 E7Jun 15, 20221h 10m
: Finding Joy In Movement and Breaking Up With Perfection with Simi Botic

For today’s episode, I spoke with Simi Botic – intuitive eating counselor, anti-diet health coach, barre instructor and founder of virtual...

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S1 E6Jun 8, 20221h 1m
: Kellie Bullard On Becoming A Widow At Age 26 and Life After Loss

Today we have Kellie Bullard sharing her story of becoming a widow at 26 years old with a 2 year old and 7 week old, after losing her...

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S1 E5Jun 1, 202235 min
: My Miscarriage Story

Today I am sharing the story of my miscarriage that happened in early 2020. I am passionate about continuing to share about my experience...

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S1 E4May 25, 20221h 2m
: How To Improve Gut Health - Tips from Registered Dietitian Bethany Frazier

Today’s podcast guest is fellow Kansas City-based Registered Dietitian, Bethany Frazier @kansascitydietitian, who specializes in gut...

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S1 E2May 18, 20221h 5m
: Picky Eating Tips and Raising Intuitive Eaters with @nutrition.for.littles

Episode 2: Today’s guest is Registered Dietitian Alyssa Miller of @nutrition.for.littles who shares tons of strategies to help combat picky...

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S1 E3May 18, 202259 min
: Overcoming Food Anxiety, Trusting Your Body and Navigating Motherhood with Lisa Hayim

Today’s guest is Lisa Hayim of @lisahayim, mind body dietitian and new mama to Soleia Rei. This episode is FULL of goodness. Whether...

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S1 E1May 18, 20229 min
: Why I Decided To Start A Podcast

Episode 1: Welcome to the Wellness For The Win Podcast! I'm so excited you're here. I wanted to kick things off by giving you a...

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May 11, 202211 min
Bonus Episode: Joyful Movement Challenge Details!

JOIN MY 4-WEEK JOYFUL MOVEMENT CHALLENGE! Starting Monday, May 16th, let's join together to work on incorporating movement that we...

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May 5, 20222 min
Wellness For The Win Podcast Official Trailer

Welcome to the Wellness For The Win Podcast! I'm your host, Shanna Hutcheson, Registered Dietitian and boy mama from Kansas City....

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