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Empty Nest QuestMenopause Madness: Interview with Brookes Vaughan, The Women's Health CompanyWhat if that feeling of "I just need to get my act together" isn't about organization or willpower, but your hormones? Brookes Vaughan, founder of The Women's Health Company, joins us to untangle the confusing web of perimenopause and menopause – two terms often used interchangeably but representing distinctly different phases of a woman's life.Brookes brilliantly explains that menopause literally means "stopping of the monthly" and occurs when you've gone a full year without a period (around age 51 for most women). Perimenopause, however, is that rollercoaster 5-10 year journey leading up to menopause that can begin as ea...2025-03-1734 min
Living TransformedSeason 2 Finale: Reflecting on the Encouragement That Transformed Our LivesAs we wrap up Season 2 of Living Transformed, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey God has led us through this year. Our 2024 goal was to encourage women beyond the studio walls, and launching this podcast has been a beautiful way to extend that mission.
Has it been perfect? No. Have there been challenges? Absolutely. But through it all, God has been faithful, and because of you—our incredible listeners and subscribers—this dream of walking alongside women in the "how-to" of living a transformed life has become a reality.
Join us as...2024-11-2119 minLiving TransformedWays to Balance Your Hormones to Live Whole & Holy with Expert NP Brookes VaughanBrookes Vaughan is a Board-Certified Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner and the founder of The Women’s Health Company, a boutique hormone and wellness clinic offering both in-person and virtual services for women. Based in Watkinsville, Georgia, just outside of Athens, the clinic provides comprehensive care tailored to women's health needs.
Brookes’ passion for women’s health—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—has driven her career, focusing on helping women understand the root causes of their health concerns, heal their hormones, and live healthy, whole, and holy lives. In Episode 1 of Season 2, you'll learn practical tips to develop healthy habi...2024-09-1840 min
The Messy Mom PodcastOptimizing Your Fertility with Brookes VaughanIn the second episode of our prenatal series, we're delving deep into optimizing fertility. Joining us today is Brooks Vaughn, a women's health nurse practitioner specializing in fertility (you may recall her from episode 48).Whether you're actively trying to get pregnant or thinking about it, this podcast episode is a treasure trove of insights that we wish we'd known in our own pregnancy journeys.Listen in as we explore everything you need to know to optimize your fertility, including essential nutrition, the role of exercise, comprehensive blood work, lifestyle factors, and more.Resources:2023-10-3047 min
AS YOU ARE PODCASTLet's Talk About It (Part 2)We’re back with the second half of our interview with Brookes Vaughan. As helpful and practical as last week was, this week is even more so. We talk about stress management tips, things to do if you’re experiencing brittle hair, hair loss, or acne flair ups, supporting your thyroid, combating bloating, an awesome recipe for an adrenal cocktail, and what your period is really telling you about your overall health. Enjoy!2023-09-1000 min
AS YOU ARE PODCASTLet's Talk About It (Part 1)(Part 1 of the Interview with Brookes Vaughan from The Women’s Health Company) We’re thrilled about this new series called “Let’s Talk About It”. As women there are so many things that we struggle with silently because we’re too afraid to talk about them. We wanted to open the conversation to some of these less talked about topics. This week we get to interview the most amazing woman - Brookes Vaughan, who is a PA living in Athens, GA and has started a whole body health clinic specifically for women. Brookes is honestly SO helpful in t...2023-09-0300 min
Stronger Business Podcast#154 Nurturing Your Business's Greatest Asset - with Brookes VaughanHealth is Wealth for Your Business! As busy go-getters, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of running a business. But guess what? Taking care of your health is an investment that directly impacts your business's prosperity!
Brookes Vaughn, A Nurse Practitioner turned entrepreneur joins us on this episode to discuss impact of taking care of your business’s greatest asset (YOU!) She shares the key things that have helped her sustain inspiration and engage in a mindful way to provide value to her patients and community every day.2023-08-0443 min
The Messy Mom PodcastUp Close and Personal with Your Period with Brookes Vaughan, WHNPThis week on the Messy Mom Podcast, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Brookes Vaughan WHNP, a women's health practitioner and founder of the Women's Health Company. During our conversation, we will be talking about another topic that no one else seems to want to talk about and that is getting up close and personal with your period. But we believe it's important to talk about it, as every mom and every woman has gone through it.This is a great conversation not just for us women tuning into this episode, but for the next g...2023-06-2648 min
Life with Loverly with Brittany Sjogren59. Start Feeling Like Yourself Again: Health, Happiness, and All Things Hormones with Brookes VaughanLet’s talk about hormones! If you’ve ever just ‘not felt like yourself’ and couldn’t figure out what was ‘off’ – this episode is here to be your starting line. Become an advocate of your health to ultimately show up as your best self for yourself and your family with the advice of today’s expert, Brookes Vaughan. Topics covered in this episode include: Hormones - what are they & how do they affect us? Vaginal Health - Brooke is an open book about this & we love it! The importance of 3rd...2023-06-0659 min
Racing Home7. On the perspective of a new generation, with Eleanor Boden and Abbie TaylorWe’ve talked previously about things from a legal perspective, an employers perspective and from a corporate perspective, but what about the young people entering the industry, how they’re taught and what they think? The new generation are vital in creating a sustainable, healthy racing industry, so today we’re talking to two brilliant women from the educational arm of horseracing.Abbie Taylor is the newly-appointed Education Manager at The National Stud, where she’s responsible for looking after the Entry to Stud Employment Programmes, the Diploma in Stud Practice and Management, and the other advanced educatio...2022-06-1836 min
The Woman AmidstHormones, Managing Stress + Finding Care Providers with Brookes Vaughan N.P. - Ep 20In this episode, Brookes Vaughn Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner talk about physical changes in our bodies and how to address what we as women go through. Starting with how to find a great care provider, when to start asking questions and seeking help and what that help could look like. And looking at how sometimes medicine can come in a lot of different forms. From navigating the changes of our bodies and our lives and how we can best stay healthy in the midst of those to managing stress, Brookes offers great resources to women in the middle of...2022-04-2855 min
The world, the universe and us#107: Ukraine invasion: cyberwar threat and effect on climate targets; Covid pandemic isn’t over; how we sense painRussia has begun its invasion of Ukraine, a move which will have far reaching consequences. The team discusses two of those - the first being western Europe’s reliance on oil and gas from Russia, and the knock-on effect on climate targets. The second is the threat of Russian cyberattacks on Ukraine, which could cause huge disruption to internet and IT services globally.The last remaining covid restrictions have been scrapped in England, as the Prime Minister announces the country’s ‘living with covid’ plan. But is this the right decision, and what does the science say? The...2022-02-2536 min
WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastCervical Mucus / Vaginal Discharge 101Ever wondered what your vaginal discharge is telling you? In today's episode, our founder and WHNP-BC, Brookes Vaughan breaks down what vaginal discharge is, normal vs abnormal, and healthy physiological changes to track throughout your cycle to clue you in on your fertility and reproductive health.
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WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastHow Then Should We Live: Easter WeekToday we talk about Holy or "Maundy" Thursday and the new commandment that Jesus gave to His disciples and ultimately all Christ followers the night before His death. Brookes covers the events of Holy Thursday and what it looks like to love God and love people as believers in today's world.
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A little bit TIPsy#12 All about women's health with special quest Brookes VaughanEpisode 12 is all about women's health with special guest Brookes Vaughan. This is for ALL women, whatever season of life you are in, its packed with valuable information!Topics of discussion preconceptionFertility Important supplements and how to know if it’s a good oneWhat’s a normal cycle look likeOvulation and understanding your cervical mucusPreventing yeast infections Irregular cycles vs Peri/premenopauseHow to support your body and hormones through this phaseWhen should you get tested??Connect with Brookes on Instagram @Brookesbvaughan_np and @thewomenshealthcompanyAnd check out her podcast WOCO radio Women’s...2021-03-281h 07WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastBloating + Constipation (Part 2 of 2)Yep, we're going there again! In today's episode, Brookes will talk all about common causes and cures of constipation in women. We promise you'll be glad you listened in today!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2021-03-1135 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastBloating + Constipation (Part 1 of 2)Yep, we're going there! All of us girls deal with bloating and / or constipation at some point or another. In today's episode, Brookes will unpack common culprits and solutions to bloating for women. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2021-02-2529 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastRelationships: A Valentine's SpecialThis week, podcast host and Founder of The Women's Health Company, Brookes Vaughan, interviews her husband, Schuyler, on dating, marriage, and random questions submitted by our Instagram community.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2021-02-1032 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastBoundaries: Part 4 (Family)Today Jill Sazera and Elizabeth Rogers chat about healthy boundaries in families. This one is applicable to ALL OF US!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-09-0345 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastPostpartum Birth Control Part 1A chat with Brookes Vaughan, WHNP and Founder of The Women's Health Company about postpartum birth control options.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-08-2725 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastBoundaries: Part 3 (Friendships)Today Jill Sazera and Elizabeth Rogers discuss healthy and life giving boundaries in friendship. Worth a listen!!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-08-1437 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastThe Thyroid: Part 3Today host and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Brookes Vaughan, discusses the thyroid and reproduction. Grab a pencil and a pad because you may need to take notes.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-08-0631 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastBoundaries: Part 2Today Jill Sazera & Brookes Vaughan chat with their sweetest, cutest, wisest-beyond-her-years college intern, Tori Brunner, on what it's like to set healthy boundaries as a college student. SO good for all ages...but especially you college ones.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-07-3032 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastThe Thyroid: Part 2Brookes weighs in on "natural" ways to support your thyroid.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-07-2337 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastBoundaries: Part 1What are healthy boundaries and why are they important in our lives? Brookes & Jill discuss.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-07-1624 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastThe Thyroid: Part 1Today, Brookes Vaughan, WHNP and Founder of The Women's Health Company, breaks down the basics of the thyroid gland and specifics of the most common thyroid condition, hypothyroidism.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-07-0924 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastMaking Big DecisionsToday Brookes and Jill discuss a few healthy and biblical tips to making big decisions for your life.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-07-0232 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastFor Every Woman.A list of women's health mantras / FAQs that every woman needs to hear.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-06-2514 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastMedicine on a Mission. Light from Light w/Hannah and Dr. Tram Jones.Two incredible people doing an incredible work in Haiti. Today's episode is an honest chat about life and medicine in Haiti and the work that our partner, Light from Light, is doing there. You'll love every bit of it!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-06-1854 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastThe Perfecting Storm. Real Talk About Marriage & Relationships with Angel Davis.Today's episode is not just for the married ones. If you're single, dating, engaged or been married for 50 years, this is for YOU. Brookes chats with Christian counselor, speaker, author, & friend, Angel Davis, about foundational truths that we all need to hear before and during a relationship. This is like a free 50 minute counseling session. You're welcome!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-06-1156 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastSkincare 101 with Savvy DermLiterally everything you could ever want in a podcast about skincare. Today, Founder of WoCo and Women's Health NP, Brookes Vaughan, chats with one of the OG's of aesthetic and general derm, Catie Boucher "Savvy Derm" all about an effective skincare regimen, anti-aging, acne, melasma, and the three different types of skincare products.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-05-281h 01WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastMission + VisionWelcome to WoCo Radio! We have a new name but same mission and vision. Listen in today as Brookes Vaughan, Women's Health NP and Founder of The Women's Health Company ("WoCo) chats with two of her best friends, former college roommates, and now fellow WoCo teammates, Katherine Griffeth and Jill Sazera, about mission, vision, and exciting things happening around the WoCo community.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-05-2120 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastNew WineShort and sweet food for thought during these unprecedented times.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-04-1711 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastIt's a GOOD FRIDAY with Jill SazeraToday is Good Friday, the day that Jesus bore the sin of the world and was brutally murdered on the cross of calvary. The day the world went dark and the veil that separated us from God was torn once and for all. On this day on Calvary, all hope seemed lost, BUT that was not the end of the story. Sunday is coming! Today's conversation is with one of my best friends in the entire world, Jill Sazera, about what it looks like to identify with Christ in His death, to walk with Him in life, and to...2020-04-101h 10WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastNourishing Your Body w/Allison from Nourished RoutesListen in today as Brookes Vaughan, Founder of Girl Health Co and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, chats with Allison Wood, Registered Dietitian and Co-Founder of Nourished Routes, about nourishing our bodies well. Allison shares about the importance of incorporating whole foods into our diets, gives a low down on specific fad diets, advises on healthy fats and their role in hormone regulation, tips on maintaining a healthy nutrition routine during quarantine and so much more!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-04-031h 02WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastState Of The Union: Girlfriend StyleToday's episode is an off-the-cuff conversation with some of my (Brookes Vaughan) best gals who are also small business owners. We talk about what life is currently looking like right now in the world of being a small business owner, wife, and mom (for some). I truly believe this conversation will encourage and lift your spirits.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-03-271h 05WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastHealth & Hope During the Covid CrisisToday's episode is about Covid 19, but don't worry it's a totally different spin on what you're seeing in the news and on social media. Listen in today as Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Girl Health Co., Brookes Vaughan, talks about what you need to know in regards to physical health during the Covid 19 outbreak as well as how to maintain mental/emotional, relational, and spiritual health during this season.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-03-1934 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastStraight Talk with Dabble Co.Who doesn't love some good ole straight talk with two Southern gals?! Listen in today as Brookes Vaughan, WHNP-BC and Founder of Girl Health Co., chats with fellow FNP-BC and Founder of Dabble Co., Claire OBryen, about brain surgery, true friendship, all things skincare, and a line-up of their favorite things!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-03-1137 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastMental Health with MomDocPsychology (Part 2)This one is for all the moms out there. Today's episode covers all things maternal mental health, including when it's time to seek professional help, the importance of support from others, creating a maternal mental health postpartum plan, and MORE. Listen in as Brookes Vaughan, Founder of Girl Health Co. and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, talks with clinical psychologist, Dr. Alice Pickering about al things mental health related in women.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-03-0536 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastMental Health with MomDocPsychology (Dr. Alice Pickering)Our minds are a battlefield. Depression, anxiety, and mental health disorders are at an all time high. They are not to be ignored, but they also don't have to have the victory over our lives. Listen in as Brookes Vaughan, Founder of Girl Health Co. and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, talks with clinical psychologist, Dr. Alice Pickering about all things mental health related in women.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-02-2654 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastRunning Out of Time AND Just Getting StartedListen in as Girl Health Co. Founder and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Brookes Vaughan, shares her thoughts on turning 30 today!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-02-2026 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastKnown and Fully Loved. A conversation with my husband."To be loved but not known is comforting but superficial. To be known and not loved is our greatest fear. But to be fully known and truly loved is, well, a lot like being loved by God. It is what we need more than anything." - Tim Keller. Listen in today as Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Girl Health Co., Brookes Vaughan, chats with her husband Schuyler about dating, engagement, marriage and cultivating healthy relationships.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-02-1257 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastUse Your Words.Join host, Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Girl Health Co., Brookes Vaughan, as she chats with her dear friend, Lindsey Warren, about infertility, adoption, loss, faith, running a successful business, the value of words, and SO MUCH MORE. Lindsay is a wife, mom, successful business owner of the handcrafted jewelry company, Stamped and Finch, curator of words, lover of Jesus and Pure Barre, and all out incredible friend. Enjoy today's "not-so-ordinary" conversation with Brookes and Lindsay.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-02-0558 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastA Gal on a MissionJoin host Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Girl Health Co., Brookes Vaughan, as she chats with friend and fellow OBGYN PA-C, Katie Szakal, about Women's Health, pap screenings, her journey in medicine, faith and work, the best hair and skincare products, and so much more. You're going to love this conversation!
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-01-291h 00WoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastTruth-Telling, Grace-Giving, LOL'ing Kind of FriendsListen in today as Brookes Vaughan, Founder of Girl Health Co. and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, interviews three of her best friends (Christine Green, Elise Long, and Melissa Draa). This episode will make you laugh out loud, bring you to tears, and encourage you to love your people well AND seek life-giving friendships.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-01-2247 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastGynecology 101Let's talk about all things gynecology y'all! Listen in as host and Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, Brookes Vaughan, gives her top tips when it comes to best preparing for your annual exam, busts a few myths regarding gynecological health, and shares personal stories about the best and worst moments at the gynecologist shared by real women just like you.
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Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wocoradio/support2020-01-1526 minWoCo Radio: The Women's Health Company PodcastWhat is Your Why?Join host Women's Health Nurse Practitioner and Founder of Girl Health Co., Brookes Vaughan, as she talks about the importance of finding your "WHY" and shares a little about her journey to where she is today and her vision for this podcast. Be encouraged and challenged to live your life whole and healthy.
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ConSequentialEpisode 16: Myth (Part Two)
We're back on myth this week, looking at comics that create their own myths and discussing 19th century vs. contemporary mythic theory while swearing like troopers. Tell us you get that anywhere else. Liar.
We also set about tackling new some new releases, and generally being terrible people.Blacksad - Juan Díaz Canales (writer) and Juanjo GuarnidoSecret Avengers - Ales Kot & Michael WalshSaga - Brian K Vaughan & Fiona StaplesSex Criminals - Matt Fraction and Chip ZdarksyYoung Avengers - Kieron Gillen & Jamie McKelviePhonogram - Kieron Gillen & Jamie McKelvieChimichanga - Eric PowellThe Auteur - Rick Spears and Ja...2014-04-031h 16