Motherhood Alliance Podcast

Fermented Foods & Better Gut Health: Sourdough, Yogurt, Kombucha, & More w/ Martha Bailey | Wellness on the Wolf

This episode is a fun roundtable discussion with Drea, Brit, and nurse health coach Martha Bailey, all focused on different fermented foods they've made at home and the benefit of fermented foods in general. From sourdough and yogurt to kombucha, fermented veggies, and more, we’re sharing what we’ve tried, what worked, what didn’t, and what we’ve learned along the way. If you’ve been curious about fermented foods but felt intimidated to start, this episode will make it feel a whole lot more doable.
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Martha Bailey, owner of Wellness on the Wolf based out of Fremont, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: How to Set Goals Without Feeling Guilty About the Outcome
Part 2: How to Manage Stress During Major Life Changes
Part 3: Organizing Your Passwords, Will, and More For "Just In Case"
Part 4: Fermented Foods & Better Gut Health: Sourdough, Yogurt, Kombucha, & More
 
Resources mentioned in this episode:
Dilly Carrots Recipe
Sourdough Recipe
Kombucha Recipe
Probiotic Yogurt Recipe
Super Gut: A Four-Week Plan to Reprogram Your Microbiome, Restore Health, and Lose Weight by Dr. William Davis
Nourishing Traditions: The Cookbook That Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet Dictocrats by Sally Fallon
 
👋Connect with Martha:
🔗 Martha's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Organizing Your Passwords, Will, and More For "Just In Case" w/ Martha Bailey | Wellness on the Wolf

We don’t always think about organizing things like passwords, medical information, household maintenance schedules, or other important documents, but having them all in one spot can save a HUGE amount of time and stress!
In this episode, nurse health coach Martha Bailey of Wellness on the Wolf shares how to get organized for both everyday life and “just in case” moments. If you’ve been meaning to get your information organized—for yourself or a loved one—this episode will give you not only the nudge to start, but a practical, easy way to accomplish it quickly through a hand-holding program called The Path Ahead.
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Martha Bailey, owner of Wellness on the Wolf based out of Fremont, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: How to Set Goals Without Feeling Guilty About the Outcome
Part 2: How to Manage Stress During Major Life Changes
Part 3: Organizing Your Passwords, Will, and More For "Just In Case"
Part 4: Fermented Foods & Better Gut Health: Sourdough, Yogurt, Kombucha, & More
 
👋Connect with Martha:
🔗 Martha's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

How to Manage Stress During Major Life Changes w/ Martha Bailey | Wellness on the Wolf

Big life changes—like moving, having a baby, changing careers, or experiencing loss—can bring stress that feels hard to manage.
In this episode, we’re joined by nurse health coach Martha Bailey to talk about how to navigate stress during seasons of major change. If you’re in the middle of a big life shift, heading into one, or just want to feel prepared in case one happens (to yourself or someone you know), this episode will leave you with practical tools and a calming feeling of preparation.
 
In this episode, we discuss:
Tools for calming yourself in high-anxiety or overwhelming moments
Tips for preparing for anticipated transitions (retirement, moving, having a baby)
Helping our kids during unexpected transitions (iagnosis, death of a loved one)
When to seek coaching vs therapy/counseling
Finding support groups
How to support a friend/family member through a major life change
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Martha Bailey, owner of Wellness on the Wolf based out of Fremont, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: How to Set Goals Without Feeling Guilty About the Outcome
Part 2: How to Manage Stress During Major Life Changes
Part 3: Organizing Your Passwords, Will, and More For "Just In Case"
Part 4: Fermented Foods & Better Gut Health: Sourdough, Yogurt, Kombucha, & More
 
👋Connect with Martha:
🔗 Martha's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

How to Set Goals Without Feeling Guilty About the Outcome w/ Martha Bailey | Wellness on the Wolf

Setting goals is supposed to feel motivating, but for so many of us, it quickly turns into pressure, guilt, and feeling like we’re falling short. In this episode, we’re joined by nurse health coach Martha Bailey to talk about a different, more sustainable approach to goal setting... one that actually supports your life instead of stressing you out. 🎯
 
In this episode, we discuss:
How to set goals as a perfectionist
Setting goals for things outside your control
Pivoting goals without guilt
Ideas for celebrating little victories
Tips for better self talk
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Martha Bailey, owner of Wellness on the Wolf based out of Fremont, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: How to Set Goals Without Feeling Guilty About the Outcome
Part 2: How to Manage Stress During Major Life Changes
Part 3: Organizing Your Passwords, Will, and More For "Just In Case"
Part 4: Fermented Foods & Better Gut Health: Sourdough, Yogurt, Kombucha, & More
 
👋Connect with Martha:
🔗 Martha's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Andropause: The “Male Menopause” No One Talks About w/ Betsy Wischer | WishLane

Hormonal changes aren’t just something women experience. In this episode, we explore andropause (sometimes called “male menopause”) and the gradual decline in testosterone that can affect energy, mood, muscle mass, libido, and overall well-being. It’s time we start talking about men’s hormones with the same honesty and attention as women’s health! 
 
In this episode, we discuss:
Andropause - what it is, symptoms, and when it typically starts
Optimal testosterone levels
Health risks the accompany low testosterone
Natural, at-home testosterone boosting tips
Testosterone hormone replacement options, risks & benefits
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Betsy Wischer, owner of WishLane based in Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Perimenopause, Part 1: When It Starts and What to Expect
Perimenopause, Part 2: Hormones, Pelvic Floor, and Intimacy Changes
Perimonopause, Part 3: Modern, Non-Surgical Solutions
Andropause: The “Male Menopause” No One Talks About
 
👋Connect with Betsy:
🔗 Betsy's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Perimonopause, Part 3: Modern Non-Surgical Solutions w/ Betsy Wischer | WishLane

If you’re experiencing perimenopause symptoms, what are your options? In this episode, we discuss modern approaches to supporting women through this transition, with a focus on understanding bioidentical hormone therapy and pelvic floor support. Whether you're preparing for or are currently in this season, this episode will help you have a better understanding of questions to ask, resources available, and options that may be best for you.
 
In this episode, we discuss:
Traditional vs integrative solutions
Pros and cons of birth control
Bioidentical hormone replacement options
Genetic predictability for perimenopause
Solutions for urine leakage (physical therapy, bladder sling, labiaplasty, EmpowerRF, Mona Lisa CO2 laser)
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Betsy Wischer, owner of WishLane based in Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Perimenopause, Part 1: When It Starts and What to Expect
Perimenopause, Part 2: Hormones, Pelvic Floor, and Intimacy Changes
Perimonopause, Part 3: Modern, Non-Surgical Solutions
Andropause: The “Male Menopause” No One Talks About
 
👋Connect with Betsy:
🔗 Betsy's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Perimenopause, Part 2: Hormones, Pelvic Floor, and Intimacy Changes w/ Betsy Wischer | WishLane

Hormonal shifts during perimenopause don’t just affect mood and energy...they also impact pelvic floor strength, bladder control, and sexual health. In this episode, we welcomed Betsy from WishLane back to help us normalize conversations around intimacy during this season of life!
 
In this episode, we discuss:
Estrogen, progesterone and testosterone cycles before vs during perimenopause
The importance of strength training (and tips to make it easier)
Intimacy challenges including perimenopause
How men can help support a woman in during intimacy
Kegals - yay or nay?
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Betsy Wischer, owner of WishLane based in Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Perimenopause, Part 1: When It Starts and What to Expect
Perimenopause, Part 2: Hormones, Pelvic Floor, and Intimacy Changes
Perimonopause, Part 3: Modern, Non-Surgical Solutions
Andropause: The “Male Menopause” No One Talks About
 
👋Connect with Betsy:
🔗 Betsy's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Perimenopause, Part 1: When It Starts and What to Expect w/ Betsy Wischer | WishLane

Perimenopause often begins earlier than many women realize and the symptoms can show up in ways that are confusing knowing what the root cause is. In this episode, we welcomed Betsy Wischer, co-owner of WishLane, to kickstart a 3-part perimenopause series so you can feel informed and empowered as you approach, pass through, or look back on this season of life. 
 
In this episode, we discuss all things perimenopause, including:
Common and uncommon symptoms
The approach of treatment for traditional vs functional medicine
Understanding average vs optimal lab ranges
Natural/at home ideas that can help perimenopause symptoms
 
This episode is part of a 4-part series with Betsy Wischer, owner of WishLane based in Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Perimenopause, Part 1: When It Starts and What to Expect
Perimenopause, Part 2: Hormones, Pelvic Floor, and Intimacy Changes
Perimonopause, Part 3: Modern, Non-Surgical Solutions
Andropause: The “Male Menopause” No One Talks About
 
👋Connect with Betsy:
🔗 Betsy's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

What Happens to Your Brain (and Nervous System) After Birth w/ Dr. Kate Williams | Well Within Chiropractic

In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Kate Williams, owner of Well Within Chiropractic, to unpack why so many moms feel emotionally, mentally, and physically different after having a baby. Dr. Kate shares a mix of science and practical, real-life strategies to help you understand what’s happening in your brain and nervous system and, just as importantly, what you can actually do to support yourself through it.
 
In this episode, we discuss:
The role of the pre-frontal cortex vs limbic system
How a chiropractic adjustment impacts the brain
The impact of short-term vs long-term stressors
Postpartum depression & anxiety
How to prepare for postpartum mental health during pregnancy
 
This episode is part of a 3-part series with Dr. Kate Williams, owner of Well Within Chiropractic based in Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Dig Deeper: What Your Symptoms and Emotions Are Trying to Tell You
Part 2: Simple Routines to Make Your Mornings and Evenings Less Stressful
Part 3: What Happens to Your Brain (and Nervous System) After Birth
 
👋Connect with Dr. Kate:
🔗 Dr. Kate's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
 
❗PROMO CODES:
$25 off a new patient exam when you mention MA PODCAST
 
Resources mentioned in this series:
🔗 You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay
🔗 Heal Your Body by Louise Hay
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)

Simple Routines to Make Your Mornings and Evenings Less Stressful w/ Dr. Kate Williams | Well Within Chiropractic

In this episode, we’re joined again by Dr. Kate Williams, owner of Well Within Chiropractic, to talk about simple, realistic routines that help parents reduce stress and support their nervous systems at the beginning and end of each day. If you’ve been craving calmer mornings, smoother bedtimes, and a little more peace woven into your day, this conversation will leave you with doable ideas you can start tonight!
 
In this episode, we discuss:
Being realistic with a short morning routine
Simple & free ways to wake up feeling refreshed
Tips to help kids get out the door easier
Evening ideas for more presence and better sleep
 
This episode is part of a 3-part series with Dr. Kate Williams, owner of Well Within Chiropractic based in Appleton, WI. Be sure to listen to them all!
Part 1: Dig Deeper: What Your Symptoms and Emotions Are Trying to Tell You
Part 2: Simple Routines to Make Your Mornings and Evenings Less Stressful
Part 3: What Happens to Your Brain (and Nervous System) After Birth
 
👋Connect with Dr. Kate:
🔗 Dr. Kate's Motherhood Alliance profile
🔗 Website
🔗 Instagram
🔗 Facebook
 
❗PROMO CODES:
$25 off a new patient exam when you mention MA PODCAST
 
Resources mentioned in this series:
🔗 You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay
🔗 Heal Your Body by Louise Hay
 
 
✨About the Motherhood Alliance✨
The Motherhood Alliance is the #1 directory of holistically-minded health and wellness professionals, dedicated to providing trusted care + support for moms and their families in NE WI.
🔗 Explore the Motherhood Alliance directory & website
🔗 Follow us on Instagram (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Follow us on Facebook (@motherhoodalliance)
🔗 Our Story (Episode 1)