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• Ep 38 | Beyond the Buzzwords: How Non-Toxic Products Are Actually Made with Liz from Urban Farm Collection

  “Clean,” “green,” and “non-toxic” are everywhere, but what do those words really mean? In this episode, Liz Fenn, founder of Urban Farm Collection, explores what it takes to create truly safe, effective products without falling for marketing buzzwords. Together, we discuss how to think critically about all products (even those labeled as natural) and what questions to ask before trusting a brand. Inside this episode: How to recognize marketing tactics that disguise lower quality or synthetic ingredients What “non-toxic” really means (and what it doesn’t) When certifications help, and when they don’t Why small-batch, transparent brands often do things differently How to become a well-considered consumer without being overwhelmed From the psychology of packaging and ingredient sourcing to the realities of manufacturing and trend cycles, this conversation invites you to take a well-considered approach to every purchase. Whether you’re new to the non-toxic lifestyle or simply want to be a more mindful consumer, you’ll walk away with clarity, confidence, and practical insight for your home, health, and daily routine. Well Considered Resources: Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider who cares from our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska Subscribe & Leave a Review (It helps more people find this information!) If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend. You never know who needs to hear this conversation.

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• Ep 37 | Pray for Your Providers: A Physician Assistant’s Call to Faithful Medicine with Madison Brown

  Can faith and modern medicine coexist in the same exam room? In this heartfelt episode, Alexandra sits down with Madison Brown, PA-C, a family medicine clinician who isn’t afraid to pray with her patients and embrace her faith into clinical care. Madison shares how her medical practice has been anchored in her journey through faith, from quietly whispering “Jesus, help me” before hard conversations to trusting divine nudges that have literally saved lives. Together, we explore what it means to practice evidence-based medicine without silencing spiritual discernment, and why prayer may be the most underused tool in healthcare today. Madison’s gentle wisdom offers comfort to families longing for providers who honor both science and faith. Inside this episode: How Madison’s early mentor taught her to integrate prayer naturally in patient care Simple, respectful ways to weave faith into clinical conversations The balance between evidence-based medicine and listening to the Holy Spirit Why it’s vital for patients to pray for their providers (and what to pray for specifically) Practical advice for finding faith-aligned practitioners in your community Whether you’re a mom navigating medical decisions or a healthcare worker yearning to bring your whole self to the job, this episode will remind you that healing can be both scientific and sacred. Well Considered Resources: Search our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts

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• Ep 36 | When Overspending Becomes a Health Crisis: How to Protect Your Peace This Season

  Could financial peace actually be the health goal we’re all overlooking this season? Explore how overspending and financial stress can quietly impact your nervous system, hormones, and overall health. From dopamine-driven “retail therapy” to the way debt fuels chronic anxiety and sleep loss, we unpack the biology behind emotional overspending. And, how to reclaim your peace before the season begins. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: How the reward cycle of scarcity and relief keeps us stuck in financial stress Why pharmaceutical use spikes during the holidays (and what that reveals about collective burnout) The body-mind connection between money anxiety and inflammation, fatigue, and low mood 8 powerful ways to protect your peace this season from conscious spending to rebuilding rituals that heal Alexandra also shares three deeply personal stories from her single mom, her father, and her college roommate that illustrate how financial choices can shape our health and relationships for years to come. If you’ve ever felt the pressure to “make magic” for everyone else at your own expense, this episode will help you step out of survival mode and into stewardship. Well Considered Resources: Read the free Holiday Gift Guide Read the free Motherhood Guide Build your birth team from our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts Subscribe & Leave a Review (It helps more people find this information!) If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend. You never know who needs to hear this conversation.

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• Ep 35 | An OB-GYN’s Honest Take on Respecting Birthing Moms with Dr. Nicole Rankins

  If there’s one moment when informed consent should be crystal clear, it’s birth. Yet too many women describe feeling silenced, pressured, or rushed when bringing life into the world. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Nicole Rankins. She’s a board-certified OB-GYN, podcast host, and advocate for respectful, evidence-based birth. And, together, we answer “What should true informed consent look like in the birth space?” This episode covers how the culture of obstetrics can unintentionally undermine women’s voices, what trauma-informed care should really mean, and how education before labor is the most powerful tool a mother has. With over 2,000 births behind her, Dr. Rankins shares the mindset shift that changed her practice and why she now centers every decision around the mother’s autonomy and comfort. Inside this episode, you’ll learn about: How even well-meaning OBs can unintentionally bypass real consent The simple 30-second phrase that changes the entire tone of care Why birth trauma often stems from unmet expectations, not outcomes Practical questions to ask your OB to ensure shared decision-making Gentle, evidence-based guidance for C-sections, VBACs, and birth plans If you’ve ever felt dismissed during birth or want to prepare for one that honors both your safety and your voice, this conversation offers healing, hope, and a roadmap toward truly respectful maternity care. Resources: How to tell if your OB is right for you Read the free Motherhood Guide Build your birth team from our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts Subscribe & Leave a Review (It helps more people find this information!) If this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend. You never know who needs to hear this conversation.

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• Ep 34 | What the Healthcare System Can Learn from Dane Johnson’s Healing Journey

  Conventional medicine saved Dane Johnson’s life, but it didn’t heal him. At just 23, Dane was living the dream as a model and actor in Los Angeles when his body began to unravel from severe Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Years of hospitalizations, medications, and near-death complications kept him alive, but not well. When doctors ran out of options, Dane had to reimagine healing from the ground up. Now the founder of Crohn’s Colitis Lifestyle, one of the largest global consulting firms for IBD recovery, Dane shares how his story of survival became a blueprint for what healthcare could learn if it decided to listen. In this episode, we talk about: The difference between being saved and being healed How emotional and spiritual healing impact physical recovery The “CEO of your health” mindset that empowers patients to lead their care How to partner with conventional doctors while pursuing holistic care Simple, research-backed ways to build a “healing home” for your family If you’ve ever felt grateful for what medicine can do yet disappointed by what it can’t, this conversation will help you find hope, balance, and renewed authority in your own health story. Schedule your free IBD consultation Looking for Community? Join our private space for you to give and get support while navigating health complications.

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