Well Considered

“Non-toxic” is everywhere. On labels. In ads. Across social media. And for many people, what started as a desire to make healthier choices has turned into something else entirely. Confusion, overwhelm, and the lingering question: Is this actually helping… or is it just another marketing buzzword?

Integrative doctors (and moms) Carly and Rachel of Kale Blossom join us to bring clarity to the conversation around non-toxic living. Together, we explore what toxins really are, why this topic has become so difficult to navigate, and how to approach it in a way that is both grounded and sustainable.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why “non-toxic” has become so confusing (and how to think through it clearly)

The difference between meaningful changes and marketing-driven noise

Common sources of everyday toxin exposure and what’s often overlooked

Why trying to change everything at once can backfire

A realistic, step-by-step approach to reducing exposure over time

How to make informed choices without fear, guilt, or overwhelm

If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to make better choices and not knowing where to start, this conversation will help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

Resources:

Use "INSERTS" for a free trial of the Nook App

Watch To Dye For: The Documentary

Search lower toxic products I personally use on the Partner Page

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What does it look like to live faithfully today when tomorrow feels uncertain? Whether it’s a diagnosis, pending test results, chronic symptoms, or simply the weight of “what if,” uncertainty has a way of pulling us out of the present moment. We gather information. We advocate. We prepare. And yet, beneath all of that effort, worry often lingers.

Drawing from her book My Dear Hemlock, written as a modern-day Screwtape Letters for women, Tilly Dillehay offers a thoughtful and deeply practical perspective on how fear subtly shapes our days, our habits, and even our faith.

Together, we explore:

• Why worry feels responsible (but often robs us of today)
• How medical uncertainty can reshape identity, expectations, and dreams
• The connection between physical exhaustion and spiritual vulnerability
• The discipline of gratitude
• How community, story, and faith anchor us when outcomes are unclear

This is not a conversation about pretending everything is fine. It’s not about minimizing grief or denying real fear. But through the fear, we can learn how to live fully in the present even while carrying unanswered questions.

If you’re navigating hard news, waiting for clarity, or simply feeling the weight of uncertainty, this episode will meet you gently and remind you that faithful presence is possible.

Resources:

“My Dear Hemlock” book

https://www.tillydillehay.com

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Bringing a baby home is one of the most sacred moments of parenthood. And, for many families, it’s also one of the most disorienting.

You spend months preparing for birth, surrounded by professionals and checklists. And then suddenly, you’re home. The monitors are gone. The nurses are gone. The reassurance is gone. And you’re left wondering, Am I doing this right?

In this episode of Well Considered, we sit down with registered nurse and Mothergood founder Danielle Crissman for a thoughtful conversation about newborn care without the overwhelm.

Drawing from her experience as a former NICU nurse (and now as a mom herself) Danielle shares what she sees as the biggest gap between hospital discharge and real life at home.

Together, we explore:

• Why so many new parents lose confidence after leaving the hospital
• How conflicting advice (including AI and social media) erodes intuition
• The importance of asking “why” in medical decisions
• How to build a healthcare team that aligns with your values
• What realistic newborn sleep expectations actually look like
• How education (not outsourcing) empowers parents
• Why community is essential in the fourth trimester

If you’re newly postpartum, expecting, or walking alongside someone in the newborn season, this episode will remind you that overwhelm is common but it doesn’t have to define your experience.

Resources:

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How much of our health begins beneath our feet? Farmer, author, and chef Mollie Engelhart joins us for a thoughtful conversation about soil health, regenerative farming, and what it really means to be well considered about the food we trust.

Together, we explore the connection between the microbiome in our soil and the microbiome in our bodies, why modern agriculture has shifted so dramatically in recent decades, and how everyday choices (even those beyond the grocery store) shape not only personal health, but the future of local farming.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The relationship between soil health and human health
• How regenerative farming reframes the food conversation
• Fertility, microbiome diversity, and modern chemical exposure
• Supporting small farmers in an era of agrarian decline
• Practical ways families can move toward more intentional food choices

This conversation moves beyond political talking points and into something deeper: stewardship, discernment, and the humility to admit that perhaps we don’t know as much as we think we do.

Resources:

Mollie from Sovereignty Ranch

“Debunked by Nature” Book

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If you’ve ever stood in the skincare or first-aid aisle wondering why there are so many products, and whether any of them actually do what they claim, this episode is for you.

Hypochlorous acid is having a moment. It’s everywhere right now, showing up in wound care, acne treatments, diaper rash solutions, and even high-end cosmetic sprays. It’s often described as “natural,” “non-toxic,” or even miraculous.

But here’s the question: Do most people actually understand what it is, and what makes a formulation truly effective? Justin Gardner, founder of Active Skin Repair, joins us to unpack the real science behind hypochlorous acid and skin recovery.

Together, we explore:

• What hypochlorous acid actually is (and how your body already uses it)
• Why pH balance and stabilization matter more than marketing claims
• The difference between medical-grade and cosmetic formulations
• Why some products on the market may not even contain active levels of the molecule
• How to thoughtfully use hypochlorous acid alongside other natural remedies

Justin also shares his history working within hospital structures, and provides valuable insight in how medical products are introduced and regulated across our modern healthcare marketplace.

Resources:

Try Active Skin Repair today with discount code “INSERTS” for 20% off

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