The Wellness Mama Podcast

How I Build Sun Tolerance & Solar Callus in Early Spring (Solo Episode)

Episode Highlights With KatieWhy sunlight is essential for hormones, energy, mitochondria, circadian rhythm, and Vitamin D productionWhat a “solar callus” is and why the skin needs gradual training — just like musclesHow to safely build sun tolerance in early spring without burningThe internal factors that determine whether sunlight helps or harms you: minerals, hydration, antioxidants, and fat-soluble vitaminsWhy people who burn easily are often mineral-depletedHow I personally use apps like D-Minder to time my safe UVB exposureThe difference between infrared (IR) light vs UV light and why IR prepares the skin for safe UVHow to combine morning sunlight, gradual exposure, and internal nutrient support for deeper resilienceSeasonal strategies: how the body shifts from “winter mode” to “summer mode”My exact step-by-step protocol for increasing exposure each springResources Mentioneddminder appJust Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama or use code wellnessmama for 20% off your order. BioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!

The Mineral Reset of all Cellular Systems With Caroline Alan

Episode Highlights With CarolineHer story with minerals and fertility and what she learned the tough wayThe long road to having her two kids and how her health suffered afterWhat makes fulvic and humic minerals different and why her job is to make these famous Why she considers these compounds the celebrities of mineral replenishmentA new way of thinking about the body and fuel Minerals are the fuel that's translated into energy in the body and the real consequences of being low in minerals What humic and fulvic actually are and the way that the earth stores energy for future use What changed for her when she replenished minerals at a cellular level The symptoms that can be connected to low minerals that you may not realize How mineral depletion relates to hormones, hair loss, fatigue, blood sugar and moreThe voltage first understanding of the body’s energy We're meant to generate enough energy to run a light bulb and many of us aren’t! How chronic issues are often connected to mineral depletion What plant-based minerals are and what makes them different The difference between fulvic and humic and why we need bothHumic (dark): microboost- nature’s janitor. Fulvic- (clear): electrolyze (natures hydration)How to introduce these minerals the right way to support the bodyResources MentionedBEAM MineralsThe Mineral Reset book by Caroline AlanLMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.BONCHARGEI like so many of their products - from their red light products to their sauna blankets. Red light has been so helpful for me during my recovery from Hashimoto's. To find out more, go to boncharge.com/wellnessmama

My Birth Story with Baby #7- My Physically Easiest Pregnancy at Almost 40 (Solo)

Episode Highlights With KatieWhat my birth was like this timeThe things that I think made it easierWhat I’m doing differently now with ten more years of parenting and contextHow simple I’m keeping things this timeResources MentionedHiro Diapers - use code wellnessmama for a discountBioptimizersI love and use so many products from them, but I especially love the magnesium (Magnesium Breakthrough) and digestive enzymes (Masszymes). Visit bioptimizers.com/wellnessmama to get the best deal!LMNTI talk often about the health benefits of salt and electrolytes and I am a big fan of LMNT canned drinks and packets. Go to drinklmnt.com/wellnessmana for a special offer.

Hypochlorous Acid: The Non-Toxic Healing Molecule Every Mom Needs to Know About with Justin Gardner

Episode Highlights With JustinIs he the real most interesting man alive? How he got hit by a train!What is hypochlorous acid and how he discovered it The body already makes this, but what makes it so unique What makes this such a strong antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, speeds up healing processIt has the same safety profile as saline but is over 100x more powerful than bleach! The things that matter with hypochlorous acid and what to look for on labels How to know if there is any actual active ingredient and how it fades over timeHow this is antibacterial and antimicrobial and doesn’t sting! Safe to use around eyes, ears and mouthEven safe to use as breastfeeding mom and even in nipple care What makes this really unique for eczemaResources MentionedActive Skin Repair - use code WELLNESSMAMA20 to get 20% off

Fast Food is Bigger Than Food and How to Choose Cleaner Supplements in an Ultra-Processed World with Eddie Stone

Episode Highlights With EddieHow fast food goes beyond just food and navigating a hurried culture Some simple ways we can shift the nutrient quantity of foodWhy nutrient levels matter more than macro levels with foodWhen supplements are necessary and why he became concerned with the supplement industry Big problems you may not realize exist in supplementsWhat fractionated supplements are and why the body doesn’t understand themResources MentionedTouchstone Essentials SupplementsHiyaHiya created a super powered chewable vitamin for kids that packs twelve organic fruits and vegetables plus fifteen essential vitamins and minerals into every dose. Try it at hiyahealth.com/wellnessmama.Just Thrive:Just Thrive Health has been one of my longtime favorite brands for gut health and they have an amazing Daily Gut Detox. Your immune system, gut barrier, and digestion get the support they need to stay strong and healthy. You can find this and their probiotics at justthrivehealth.com/wellnessmama