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Continuing on the Mother Up Child & Infant Loss Awareness Month series, Gianna and Kacie are joined by Naturopathic Doctor, Chief Medical Officer, and co-founder of Clockwize, Katherine Zagone. Dr. Zagone has been supporting women and couples to conceive their healthiest babies for almost a decade. She brings effective science, a warm heart, and an industry changing approach to the world of fertility. The company she co-founded, Clockwize, is dedicated to supporting women in optimizing and extending their reproductive windows through accessible testing, education, empowerment, and data integration. Katherine shares topics such as: Understanding epigenetics Biological vs chronological age The many complex factors that can play a role in infertility Markers for predicting how long it could take to get pregnant Ways to rewind your biological clock Unexplained infertility, male factor infertility and miscarriage The mind-body connection and mind-body medicine Clockwize testing: how it works and who it’s for How to find a practitioner to go deeper in understanding your own health And more Get $49 off your Clockwize FertilityWize Test by visiting www.clockwize.com and using code MOTHERUP at checkout! Mentioned in this episode:  The Institute for Functional Medicine - https://www.ifm.org/find-a-practitioner/ Connect with Dr. Zagone: https://www.instagram.com/drzagone/ https://www.instagram.com/clockwizefertility/ https://clockwize.com/ Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠ Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: ⁠⁠https://betterhelp.com/motherup⁠⁠.Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: ⁠⁠https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod⁠⁠

This week kicks off a five part series highlighting stories and topics surrounding pregnancy and infant loss awareness month. Kacie and Gianna hope to bring new awareness and light to these tough subjects to help those who have gone through it, or are currently going through it, feel less alone. This episode in particular is an interview coming from Gianna’s former podcast, So Sorry For Your Loss, and highlights grief coach Jen Morrow’s personal experience with stillbirth and miscarriage. Jen discusses how she has turned her pain into power by helping others process grief & life after loss, sharing tips to help heal & thrive after devastating pain. She bravely details the moment a doctor reached across the desk and told her to prepare for miscarriage or stillbirth. A few weeks short of full term, she delivered her son Matthew and held him until he passed away only hours later. She went on to experience another miscarriage before welcoming her rainbow baby girl (and a second one since this episode first aired in 2021)! We discuss: Jen’s story of losing her son Matthew Early warning signs Tangible tips for handling common situations after miscarriage (social media, going back to the OBGYN, baby showers and more) Why life after loss doesn’t equate to failure Her rainbow baby, Sienna Maintaining a bond with your partner when going through loss Processing grief in a sustainable and healthy way Returning to intimacy And more Connect with Jennifer: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer_morrow_/ https://courses.strengthforallseasons.com/ Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠ Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: ⁠https://betterhelp.com/motherup⁠. Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: ⁠https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod⁠

This week we’re joined by the queen, or mother, of lashes, Alicia Grande (no relation to Ariana, we asked). With an effervescent passion for beauty in her younger years, Alicia worked at a cosmetic counter and hosted a beauty radio show and eventually landed in marketing. When it came time to grow a family, she rejoiced at the win of two beautiful, healthy children, but struggled with the loss of her lashes. She met a chemist at a trade show who presented her with a solution.  She tried it, it worked, she bought the formula, quit her job and now, Grande Cosmetics has the number one selling lash and brow enhancing serum available internationally!  Alicia shares the hustle it took to get there and the marketing tips every brand owner and entrepreneur needs to know. Equally passionate about giving back to women’s causes, she sits on the board of Northwell Health’s Katz Institute for women and has donated more $700,000 to charities which include Working for Women, Feeding America, and many others.  On this episode we discuss:  Alicia’s start in the beauty industry and the transitions it took before founding Grande Cosmetics Her struggles with hair and last loss after the birth of her son Navigating motherhood, friendships, and family while building a business Dealing with judgment from others in regards to growing a business and being a working mom Why philanthropy is so important to her Her take on controversy and lawsuits as it pertains to Grande Cosmetics Marketing tips for other women and moms looking to start their own business  Connect with Alicia:  https://grandecosmetics.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/grandemedia/https://www.forbes.com/sites/celiashatzman/2023/06/27/alicia-grande-shares-the-secrets-behind-grande-cosmetics-15-years-of-success/?sh=45c002126d1a Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠ Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: https://betterhelp.com/motherup.  Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod

This week we’re joined by coach, healer, Feng Shui expert, and a passionate entrepreneur Patricia Lohan. Prosperity, abundance are words that get thrown around a lot. But after working with thousands of women, Patricia brings these words to life by helping them design the life they want, all by getting really intentional about their spaces. So whether it’s a new level of your career or business, a new home, or simply making small changes to your current space, Patricia can help you reach your vision quickly and easily. We discuss:  What Feng Shui is and common misconceptions about the practice How aesthetics play a role Quick and easy ways to improve the Feng Shui of your home  Chi energy When and why you should declutter Being intentional about the things you keep in each room depending on what it’s meant for Using Feng Shui to manifest and improve prosperity, relationships and career Mentioned in this episode: The Happy Home: Your Guide to Creating a Happy, Healthy, Wealthy Life BECOME A BUSINESS POWERHOUSE WITH FENG SHUI: How to 10x your results without working any harder Connect with Patricia: https://patricialohan.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/powerhousefengshui https://www.facebook.com/PatriciaLohan.RestoringYouBack.ToHarmony/ https://www.instagram.com/powerhousefengshui/ https://www.youtube.com/@PatriciaLohan Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠ Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: https://betterhelp.com/motherup.  Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod

In honor of September 11th, we are joined by Nationally Certified School Psychologist, Dr. Kirby L. Wycoff from Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia to discuss when and how we can talk to our children about tragic events. Dr. Wycoff is a leader in the mental health field and her work focuses on trauma, adversity, and policy within a public health framework. She regularly publishes on psychology, public health and trauma in peer-reviewed academic journals. A mom herself to a baby girl, she brings professional and personal insight to the show. We discuss: Trauma as it relates to us and our children Practices to help process trauma for ourselves and model positive behavior for little ones The uniqueness of trauma and how it affects everyone differently How proximity and media play roles in how we experience trauma Dandelion vs orchid kids Building and supporting emotional regulation and emotional agility in children Intergenerational trauma Communicating with children when it comes to collective traumatic events Mentioned in this episode: Support for Parents and Carers - The Barking Dog vs the Wise Old Owl The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma HUNT, GATHER, PARENT: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us about Raising Children National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) How childhood trauma affects health across a lifetime - Nadine Burke Harris Ted Talk * We may receive commission when you purchase from these links. Thank you for supporting our show!* Connect with Dr. Kirby L. Wycoff: https://keypointconsulting.org/kirby https://twitter.com/DrKirbyLWycoff https://www.linkedin.com/in/kirbywycoff Essentials of Trauma-Informed Assessment and Intervention in School and Community Settings (Essentials of Psychological Assessment) Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠ Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: https://betterhelp.com/motherup.  Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod

In this episode, Kacie & Gianna are catching up before heading into Labor Day and sharing how the most recent full moon treated them respectively. They chat upcoming plans, the difference between labor day and memorial day and how Kacie was recently struck by the Mandela effect. In their latest segment, the Kacie Krunch, Kacie shares a recent health test she took and how she’s biohacking her life to optimize her biological health.  Mentioned in this episode: https://clockwize.com/ 8 ARROWS : Healthy, Toxin-Free Activewear Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: https://betterhelp.com/motherup.   Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod   Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠

Join Kacie and Gianna as they discuss back-to-school topics every parent needs to know. From gearing up for the new school year with safety measures to navigating the impact of technology on parenting, they share their own concerns and helpful advice from around the internet. And because no episode is complete without addressing the ever-present "mom guilt," the pair talks about the pressure to get involved in activities at school and looking put together at drop off. As back-to-school season coincides with cold and flu season, Kacie and Gianna share their favorite remedies and must-have items to help fellow moms power through those initial weeks of routine adjustments.   Accounts mentioned in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/Killer_Bee_Tactical/ https://www.instagram.com/abbeyyung/ Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: https://betterhelp.com/motherup.   Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod Product Recommendations: Keurig K Cafe, Latte Machine Tula Skincare Rose Glow and Get It Dry Bar Single Shot Birdie Personal Safety Alarm Sovereign Silver Safe Sleeve EMF Phone Case  Stainless Steel Tea Kettle Life Boost Coffee  Zarbee’s Genexa Zicam Rapid Melts Oscillococcinum * We may receive commission when you purchase from these links. Thank you for supporting our show!*   Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠

This week we’re joined by Cara Fox of Talk, Eat, Play, Grow. Together with her sister Margaret, Cara and their team of speech language pathologists provide evaluations, consults, and treatment for little ones and their families around feeding and language development. She offers lots of helpful tips in these areas and also tells moms what they need to stop worrying about when it comes to milestones! In addition to her professional credibitlity, Cara has an incredible personal view of the joys and struggles of motherhood. She gets candid about how motherhood "slapped her in the face" and shares poignant advice that's helped her along the way.   We discuss: Breastfeeding: the pressure around it and her personal journey with it The intersection of her own motherhood experience and her work as an SLP Red flags or symptoms to look for in language and feeding delays Screen time: when it’s helpful and when it’s hindering Comparison on social media when it comes to kids Tips that encourage learning through play Introducing solids and Baby Led Weaning Grieving expectations around motherhood that didn’t come to fruition Connect with Cara Fox: https://www.talkeatplaygrow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/talkeatplaygrow/   Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠

In this episode we welcome a true powerhouse, Mally Roncal, to discuss what motherhood looks like as an entrepreneur and mother to three girls, the power in authenticity, and living an unapologetically glamorous life. Mally is the celebrated founder of Mally Beauty, renowned makeup artist, and devoted mother and wife. Through candid anecdotes, Mally emphasizes effective communication and the necessity of prioritizing and respecting one's partner amidst the joys and demands of parenting. She sheds light on positive self-talk, a crucial aspect of nurturing confident and resilient children, while also reflecting on raising unique kids, including a gay daughter and a daughter with autism.   We discuss:  The challenge of staying true to oneself while navigating the opinions of others Embracing individuality while fostering empathy and understanding within relationships The keys to maintaining a thriving partnership with her husband How she balances motherhood, marriage and a flourishing business empire. Her fascinating experiences working behind the scenes with QVC Her Filipino heritage and growing up in a predominantly non-Filipino environment The loss of her mother and how it affects her own journey as a mother Mentioned in this episode: Isle of Paradise self-tanning face drops Mally Beauty plush pen Mally Beauty face defender Mally Beauty shadow stick   Connect with Mally: www.mally.com https://mallyroncal.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mallyroncal/   Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠

In this episode we sit down with former OG reality star (The Real World: San Diego) turned content creator, Ashley Marie Kelsey. We delve into the challenges and rewards of motherhood - from co-parenting to healthy living, finding success on social media, setting attainable goals, postpartum fitness and more. Ashley Marie Kelsey is a bright light full of positivity and she truly embodies what it means to Mother Up! We discuss: Reality TV and how it’s evolved over time Her insights and advice on how to maintain a healthy co-parenting relationship for the well-being of the child Toddler feeding and nutrition Setting attainable goals: striking a balance between motherhood and personal aspirations Tips for becoming a content creator or pursuing a career in reality TV How she handles racism and negativity on social media when it comes to her daughter Mentioned in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/mariaroberts/   Connect with Ashley Marie Kelsey: https://www.instagram.com/ashleymariekelsey/ https://tiktok.com/@ashleymariekelsey   Great offers for you from our sponsors: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. We believe in the power of therapy!! Get 10% off your first month of therapy with BetterHelp by using the code MOTHERUP or signing up at this link: https://betterhelp.com/motherup. Looking for something that makes life a WHOLE lot easier with the tap of a few buttons? YOHANA is it. We are happy to be a YOHANA ambassador and bring you a concierge service for families– think, planning meals and grocery lists, ordering birthday cakes, sourcing and sending gifts, finding qualified vendors in your area, etc.-- for one low price a month. Get your first month of services for just $49 (hello, no brainer!) when you use the code YOMOTHERUP. Check it out here: https://glnk.io/5w2qk/motheruppod   Connect with Kacie & Gianna: ⁠⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠www.instagram.com/motheruppod⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@motheruppod⁠⁠ View full show notes at ⁠www.motheruppod.com⁠