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Boxes PodcastUnboxing: S.O.S. - The Mental Health Toll of The PatriarchyWhat happens to the mind, body, and soul of a woman who’s always being watched, judged, controlled, or erased? In this raw and unflinching episode, Heather Evans unpacks the hidden mental health costs of living under patriarchal systems—through the lens of her song S.O.S.From religious silencing to the invisible labor at home, from media’s impossible beauty standards to workplace double binds, and the constant hypervigilance of simply trying to stay safe—Heather explores how these pressures shape women’s inner worlds.This is more than a conversation—it’s a lifeline for...
2025-08-1448 min
Whatever with Heather - Mindset, Parenting & Personal Growth37. Life Update + The Podcast is BACK!🎙️ Episode 37: Life Update + The Podcast is Back!Hey y’all — I’m back! It’s been over a year since I last dropped an episode of Whatever with Heather, and honestly, I didn’t know I was going to press pause when I did. In this episode, I catch you up on everything that’s happened since May 2024: the highs, the hard stuff, and all the moments in between that helped me get clear on what I truly value.This isn’t just a life update — it’s about navigating change, facing burnout, choosing alignment, and stepping back into...
2025-06-1725 min
Boxes PodcastUnboxing: Rage (with Special Guest Nicole Bromley)🚨 Trigger Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence.In this powerful and emotionally charged episode of the Boxes Podcast, we confront a difficult but necessary topic—sexual violence against women—and explore how rage, when acknowledged and channeled, can become a force for healing, advocacy, and change.Host Heather Evans opens with sobering statistics and a vulnerable conversation about her song “Rage”, a piece born from the fire of injustice and pain. Rage, she shares, isn’t always destructive—it can be the spark that compels us to act.Later in the episode, we wel...
2025-06-0754 min
Boxes PodcastUnboxing: BoxesIn this raw and deeply personal episode, Heather unpacks the story behind her song Boxes—a journey from silence to strength. She shares the experiences that left her feeling disempowered and unheard, and how she reclaimed her voice through music. With vulnerability and honesty, Heather explores the moments that shaped her, the emotions that fueled her lyrics, and the transformation that followed. We hope this episode inspires you to break free from your own boxes and find the courage to speak your truth.
2025-04-0528 min
Okayest CookThe Feral Kitchen of Heather EvansThe Kitchen Adventures of Heather Evans and Feral KitchensIn this episode of the Okayest Cook Podcast, host Chris Whonsetler sits down with Heather Evans, the creator behind Feral Kitchens. Broadcasting from the Okayest Network, Chris delves into a conversation with Heather about her Instagram-famous food creations and her journey with sourdough. Heather shares her experiences starting Feral Kitchens, her methods for making incredible dishes like sourdough discard battered shrimp, and her approach to making cooking fun and stress-free. They also discuss teaching sourdough classes, managing a cottage food business, and reverse engineering restaurant...
2025-03-2655 min
Boxes PodcastPoetry Break: One of the Brave OnesIn this special episode, Heather shares a powerful piece of poetry inspired by her conference room table experience from Episode 1. She reflects on the challenge of standing up for what’s right, even when minds refuse to change. With honesty and heart, she explores the courage it takes to speak up, knowing the outcome may stay the same. We hope this episode encourages you to embrace bravery, even in the face of resistance.
2025-03-2103 min
Fully Nourished®The Body is an Expression of the Subconscious Mind with Heather EvansWe are diving into the deep topic of hypnotherapy and the impact that our subconscious mind has on our bodies today with my guest, Heather Evans! Heather is one of my mentors from Living Soul Hypnotherapy a dear friend of mine and was my personal hypnotherapist. She’s joining me today to share more about hypnotherapy, how it impacts our brains, and how our subconscious mind is energy impacted by the experience of our bodies. What we feed our subconscious mind shapes reality and there are several small ways that we can begin to correct the course of...
2025-03-131h 25
Boxes PodcastUnboxing "Caught in the System"In this premiere episode of the Boxes Podcast, Heather Evans dives into the first song from her BOXES Album, "Caught in the System." This track serves as an origin story, unraveling the thought process that inspired her to confront the patriarchy and the harmful systems that shape our lives. Heather shares the journey that led her to write this song and how it set the foundation for the rest of the album. Join her as she explores the personal and societal struggles behind "Caught in the System" and invites listeners to start their own journey of questioning, healing, and...
2025-03-0730 minBoxes PodcastBoxes Podcast TrailerThe first full Boxes Episode drops Saturday, March 8th!
Join Heather Evans as she takes you on an intimate journey through her BOXES Album, unpacking the stories and emotions behind each song. With raw honesty and a passion for change, Heather also delves into the broader themes of the album, exploring how we can dismantle harmful systems like the patriarchy and find freedom in living authentically. Whether you're a music lover, a seeker of truth, or ready to break free from societal constraints, this podcast is for you. Let’s unbox the possibilities together!
2025-02-2101 min
Don't Mom Alone PodcastDiscovering the Gift of You When You Feel Lost in Motherhood :: Chrystal Evans Hurst [Ep 507]Do you often feel like you give everything to your family but don’t know what you enjoy? Have you lost your spark for life that you felt in your youth? Today, Chrystal Evans Hurst is here to share her journey and story from a single mom to a life filled with the passions and purposes that God has placed inside of her. So often as women we feel the pull of family, career, and household duties and forget what makes us who we are. Here are some topics we cover. The mom who has lost her purpose or lost herse...
2025-01-2700 min
The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 60 - Heather's Story (Part 2) - Neurosurgery, Relearning to Walk, and Lessons Learned Along the WayToday is a solo episode! I wanted to share about Gavin's surgical journey for his CP. When he was 4, he had a surgery called Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy which is a 7-hour surgery where the surgeon finds the nerves leading to muscle spasticity - and severs them. Gavin then had to relearn how to sit, stand, walk, and more. A couple months later, he had a surgery to lengthen the muscles in both calves. In this episode, you'll hear about:
- What it's like to make such a terrifying medical decision
- The power of touch...
2024-08-2722 min
Small Business Boot Camp PodcastBorn to Cheer: Heather ZumbergeSend us a textIn this episode of the Small Business Bootcamp Podcast, hosts Megan and Jen interview Heather, the cheer department leader at Kids First. Heather shares insights about her personal journey from childhood to becoming a successful cheer coach and department leader. Reflecting on a childhood filled with resilience and perseverance, Heather narrates how her passion for cheerleading grew despite early setbacks. She discusses overcoming personal and professional challenges, the importance of family support, and how embracing change has shaped her leadership style. Heather emphasizes the unique community and supportive environment at Kids...
2024-07-0242 min
small acts of rebellionLori Evans Ermi: Harmonizing Identity and AdoptionIn episode 21, Lori Evans Ermi discusses her recently published book, "Adoption Songs.” Lori, an adoptee and adopter herself, offers a compelling look into the emotional and psychological complexities of adoption. The conversation highlights Lori's journey of self-discovery and the broader theme of identity that resonates throughout her book.Throughout the episode, Lori discusses the notion of adoption as a trauma condition and emphasizes the importance of recognizing and addressing the embedded traumas that many adoptees endure. By sharing her personal experiences and those from her interviews with other adoptees, Lori aims to foster greater awareness and understanding of...
2024-05-2939 min
Real Estate ShowReal Estate in Utah with Dan EvansJoin hosts Heather Osmond of Osmond Designs, Lindsay Aerts and their guest, Dan Evans, as they discuss the current real estate market in Utah. Dan Evans is a real estate agent with Summit Realty. For more information about Heather Osmond and Osmond Designs, you can find them at https://www.osmonddesigns.com/ or their facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/osmonddesigns/.
2024-03-2237 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 49 - Heather's Story - Down Syndrome, Adoption, and Saying YesToday, I have the honor of talking with Heather Avis (author, podcaster, and speaker) about her unique and heart-warming family journey. Heather and her husband have adopted three children, two of which have Down Syndrome. Heather shares honestly about what it was like to have a plan and then to bravely say yes to a path that was definitely not part of this plan. She shares about open heart surgeries, birth family relationships, having a family with people of different races and cultures, and what makes each of her children unique and special.
Heather's...
2024-03-1946 min
Sync Licensing MinuteSeason 2 Episode 2: Heather Evans Interview Part IHeather Evanswww.heatherevansmusic.com
Heather Evans is an Award-winning Singer/Songwriter, Front woman of the band Fine Citizens, The Songwriter Circle Podcast Host and Artist Coach based in Columbus, OH.
Focusing on building her catalog over the past 4 years, Heather’s music has been featured on FOX's So You Think You Can Dance, MTV's Teen Mom 2, 16 and Pregnant, Help! I’m in a Secret Relationship, ABC's Dancing With the Stars Jr, Disney's Fairytale Weddings, NBC's La Brea Promo, trending Netflix show First Kill and 3 Songs on Love is Blind, the theme song for the “Made in Ca...
2024-03-1521 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 48 - Trina's Story - A Dramatic Delivery Followed by an Adoption JourneyToday, I am so excited to bring you my interview with Trina Shockey. Trina had her first son ten years ago, prematurely and through a dramatic delivery. Following her first birth and learning more about what brought on her pre-term delivery, Trina and her husband chose to grow their family further through adoption. Four years into her adoption journey, Trina was able to welcome baby Oscar into her family. She shares all about their adoption process - the good, the challenging, and the surprising. Trina's story demonstrates the uniqueness of each mother's journey and once again, that there are...
2024-03-0553 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 47 - Sarah's Story - Leaving the Corporate World to Help Moms Feed Their BabiesToday, I had the honor to chat with Sarah Hartenberger, IBCLC. Sarah was working in the corporate world in marketing when she had her first child, Calvin, and struggled with breast feeding. After her journey with lactation, Sarah felt called to learn more, pursue her IBCLC certification, leave the corporate world, and start her own business so she could help other moms feed their babies. Since then, her company (Nurture Lactation) has grown exponentially, and Sarah and her clinicians help moms in-person and virtually. During this interview, Sarah tells us what it was like to pursue her passion, how...
2024-02-2733 minWhatever with Heather - Mindset, Parenting & Personal Growth27. Be Your Own Life Coach: Coach Yourself Through LifeOn this week's episode of "Whatever, with Heather," I pull back the curtain on the strategies and mindsets that can transform anyone into their own personal life coach. We'll explore how to breach the barriers of negative self-talk and embrace the positive, solution-oriented tactics that can lead to personal excellence and continuous growth. Don't forget to hit that subscribe button for more empowering content on "Whatever, with Heather." Catch you next time!
2024-02-0712 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 45 - Andi's Story - World Schooling Through 27 Countries and 7 ContinentsOn today's interview, I had the privilege to talk with Andi Almond about her family's incredible 13-month world schooling adventure. Andi and her family prepared for 5 years for this epic trip which took them through 27 different countries and 7 continents. She also tells about the details of world schooling her two kids, incorporating their lessons into where they were traveling. You'll love her stories about Morocco, Greece, Argentina, Nepal, Antarctica, and more!
You can check out Andi's adventures on IG @4almondsabroad
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https...
2024-02-041h 00The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 44 - Sarah's Story - Foster Care and Adoption for Children with Medical NeedsToday's guest is just an incredible human being, and I am so in awe of what she has been doing to help so many children. Sarah Yates shares her story with foster care and adoption, including foster care and then adoption of children with medical needs. I learned so much from Sarah about the foster care system, what is needed, and how to help. Her story is heart breaking at times and hopeful in others. I'm so grateful she agreed to join us today to share her beautiful story.
You can find Sarah on IG @adoptive.foster...
2024-01-2331 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 42 - Whitney's Story (Part 2) - The Road to Burn Recovery: The First Few MonthsWelcome to Part 2 of Whitney's story! Today's episode begins when Kyle, Pepper, and Krew arrive in Las Vegas. Whitney takes us along their recovery journey, covering the first 3 months in the hospital. During this time, her family members undergo multiple surgeries and countless procedures to heal from their burns. Kyle and Krew are able to leave the hospital, and Pepper works hard to progress to standing up from her bed. Whitney shares openly about all of the challenges of burn recovery, but also about some happy memories they were able to make along the way.
Whitney's Instagram...
2024-01-161h 06The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 43- Whitney's Story Part 3) - Back Together, Coming Home, and Moving On: 2 Years LaterI'm so happy to bring you the finale to our first ever 3-part series! Today, Whitney and I talk about the remaining months of Pepper's hospital stay, what it was like to have all four kids back together again, a cross country move, and what the family is up to today. If you're like me, you're going to be cheering by the end of this one! It has been such an honor to have Whitney as a guest to tell this incredible story. Enjoy!
Whitney's Instagram and blog @copelandbuslife
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2024-01-1649 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 41 - Whitney's Story (Part 1) - Surviving a Bus Fire: The Story of a Family Who Fought to Save Each OtherThis episode is one I have looked forward to recording and sharing for so long because Whitney Copeland's journey is nothing short of incredible. Because of the depth involved in the story, we are going to break this into (at least!) two episodes. A few years ago, Whitney and her family decided to sell their home and renovate a city bus where they could travel the US and home school their children. After four wonderful months filled with happy memories, their family met with disaster when the bus went up in flames... with three of their four children inside...
2024-01-0256 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 40 - April's Story - Her Daughter's Journey with Spina Bifida (A Holiday Special!)I have wanted to have April Helfery on the podcast since I started recording and what better episode to have a member of my family here than the first annual holiday episode! April's daughter, Addy, is 9 years old and has spina bifida. I have had the honor of watching Addy grow up, and it was so fun to chat about the whole journey. Addy is one tough little girl who has overcome many surgeries and hospitalizations, all with a smile on her face, progressing to now riding horses, swimming, and cheerleading. April tells us what it's like managing medical...
2023-12-2642 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 39 - Kim's Story - Motherhood as an Elite AthleteToday's guest is a running hero of mine! I met Kim Reed over ten years ago, before she was a mom. I am in awe of her running accomplishments including placing 7th in the Boston Marathon and competing in two Olympic trials for the marathon distance. Kim is now a mother of a 2-year-old and a 6-week old. She shares with us about running during pregnancy and about her difficult post-partum journey, even as an elite athlete. She also gives tips to moms who are trying to figure out how to get started with exercise and how to fit...
2023-12-1940 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 38 - Jacqueline's Story - Motherhood in a Mixed Race FamilyToday's guest is Jacqueline Greenlee, a teacher and mom of two girls. Jacqueline tells us about what it's like raising children of mixed race. She shares resources, such as books and movies, that she has used to talk with her girls and teach them about what matters. The phrase she shares that her family uses about loving someone for who they are really spoke to me and is something we can ALL use in our families to help make the world a kinder and more inclusive place.
You can find my book, Learning to...
2023-12-1222 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 37 - Emily's Story - Preterm Twin Delivery, Infant Loss, and Pursuing DreamsToday's guest is just incredible, and it was such an honor to hear her story. Emily Webster is here to tell her motherhood story which began when she delivered her boy/girl twins prematurely at 26 weeks, 3 days. Emily lost her precious son, Benjamin, to necrotizing enterocolitis after over 30 days in the NICU, and she shares with us how it felt at the time to not be able to grieve her son because she had to go right back to the NICU to care for her daughter. Emily tells about the challenges her daughter has overcome and how well she...
2023-12-051h 12The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 36 - Amanda's Story (Part 2) - Parenting a Child with Food AllergiesAmanda Fisher is back! Today, for Part 2, she shares her journey with her middle son's food allergies. Landon began showing signs of a food allergy at 5 weeks, and he is now 8 years old. He is allergic to legumes which includes peanuts, beans, peas, and honey. I learned SO much from this episode, and it really opened my eyes to how much work goes into parenting a little one with food allergies. This is a must-listen to any parent, educator, or person who spends any time around kids. Please listen and share so we can do our best to support...
2023-11-2839 min
Empower Your PelvisEp#91: Beyond Motherhood: Business, Balance & Wellness with Dr. Heather EvansAre you curious about how one remarkable mom manages to run a successful business while raising three boys? How about the untold aspects of the pelvic floor and its impact on your everyday life?
Join Dr. Amanda Fisher in this week's Empower Your Pelvis Podcast for an exclusive crossover episode with Heather Evans from The Mama Sisterhood with Heather. Heather is a pelvic floor physical therapist at Empower Your Pelvis. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas in 2003 and continued her career as a Jayhawk, completing her master's in physical therapy in 20...
2023-11-2325 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 35 - Amanda's Story - Running Her Own Business Plus All Things Pelvic HealthEvery mama needs to know about pelvic health! There are so many symptoms (peeing when sneezing, pain with sex, low back pain with pregnancy - and more!) that mamas don't talk about, but these things are COMMON and can be fixed! Amanda Fisher is a pelvic health physical therapist and owner of Empower Your Pelvis and it's associated online community, her Pelvic Posse. Amanda does all this while raising three very active boys. Listen in to learn some tips for some common pelvic health conditions and to learn how she juggles it all!
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2023-11-2124 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 34 - Erika's Story - Birdie's Journey with Omphalocele, Tracheostomy, Heart Surgery, and Liver TransplantToday's story is one of STRENGTH, both of 4-year-old Birdie and her incredible mother, Erika. Birdie was born with an omphalocele, a birth defect where several organs were on the outside of her body. Erika shares about Birdie's 6-month NICU stay, which also included getting a trach and having open heart surgery, and then the unexpected path their journey took when Birdie went into liver failure and needed a transplant. Erika's story is one of strength, bravery, and speaking out when something feels wrong. I can't wait to share this inspiring story with you all!
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2023-11-141h 05The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 33 - CC's Story - A Journey With PANS/PANDAS & The Importance of Moms Helping MomsToday, I had the opportunity to talk with CC Davis who shares her story of her children who have been diagnosed with PANS, a sudden onset of neurological symptoms. She shares about the multiple years, incorrect suggestions, and many doctors it took to find the correct diagnosis and from there, the proper treatment for her children. This conversation was SO eye-opening because it's a diagnosis with which I was only mildly familiar, and it's so important for us to know about this as moms. As a bonus, CC is a certified mindset coach, and she shares so many pieces...
2023-11-071h 00The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 32 - Amanda's Story - Growing Up With a Dying Mother & How it Affects Her Motherhood TodayAmanda has been my friend for 36 years - and what I didn't realize when we were playing Barbies and jamming to NKOTB was that she was struggling. Amanda herself admits she did not even know at the time that she was struggling. However, her mother was battling multiple sclerosis, and Amanda was having to grow up faster than her peers. She began to provide more and more care for her mother until she passed when Amanda was 14 and her mother was 39. Fast forward to now and Amanda has two children of her own, ages 15 and 10. She shares a raw...
2023-10-3139 minWhatever with Heather - Mindset, Parenting & Personal Growth17. Things We Do That Make Our Marriage Work [featuring. Bryan]My husband, Bryan joins me for this episode of "Whatever with Bryan and Heather". We talk about what has fortified our relationship over the past 11 years. Our first marriages ended in divorce, so we'll share what makes this relationship lasting.We'll talk about respect in marriage and allowing each other to grow. Then we'll talk about the 3 parts of our relationship that makes it work including being teammates, lovers and best friends.A few things we'll talk about is how teammates work together and support each other. How lovers express love through love languages to...
2023-10-2623 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 31 - Sara's Story - An Unexpected NICU Journey with her Full-Term DaughterNot all NICU babies are preemies! Today, I had the honor of chatting with Sara Bedwell who had a healthy pregnancy that she carried until 40 weeks. Then, in a matter of a few hours, her life turned upside down when her daughter went from a healthy, full-term baby inside of her to a very sick baby born with meconium aspiration and pulmonary hypertension. Sara's daughter, Claire, was born unable to breathe and her journey in the NICU began, complete with being on a higher-powered ventilator and with Sara being told Claire was hovering dangerously between life and death. Sara...
2023-10-1741 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 30 - Alisha's Story - Hazel's Micropreemie Journey (Born at 1 lb 2 ounces and 23+0 Weeks)Today's interview took me back in time to our micropreemie journey, but in Alisha's story, her daughter was born even earlier and smaller (!!). Hazel was born five years ago at just 1 pound 2 ounces and 23+0 weeks - this means she was born the very first day of Alisha's 23rd week of pregnancy. Despite being born on the edge of viability, Hazel has a miraculous story that reminds us just how strong and resilient children can be. As a licensed mental health therapist, Alisha also shares about how her background helped her recognize and deal with the trauma that is associated...
2023-10-1035 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 29 - Kay's Story- Foster to Adopt and Never Giving Up on Medical MotherhoodToday, I have the absolute privilege of speaking with Kay Rader. Kay shares her journey with motherhood which includes her grown twin daughters and her 14-year-old, Bella, who came into her home via foster to adoption. Kay was a special education teacher who was willing to care for Bella, one of her students, when her parents could not for 1-2 weeks...and this turned into Bella being adopted into her forever family. Kay tells about Bella's medical struggles and how her family has had to make many changes in their path, but they have never given up. Kay's obvious...
2023-10-0337 min
Empower Your PelvisEp#83: Navigating the Journey of a NICU Mom: Dr. Heather Evans' StoryYou've just given birth to your beautiful, healthy baby—but now you're in the NICU. How will you go through the post-partum healing process from your baby's bedside, including how to care for your body during this time? How will you handle the emotional stressors that come along with having a fragile newborn in the NICU?
This week’s Empower Your Pelvis Podcast, Dr. Amanda Fisher welcomes back Dr. Heather Evans, PT, DPT. Heather is a pelvic floor physical therapist at Empower Your Pelvis. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas in 2003...
2023-09-2827 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 28 - Kacy's Story - Losing Her Spouse While Raising Five Kids...and Finding Love AgainToday's episode made me laugh, cry, and really think about how I live life every day. I had the absolute honor of interviewing Kacy Wolff who shared her story about losing her husband, Matt, after 21 years of marriage to brain cancer- all while raising five children who at the time ranged in age from preschool to high school. Kacy's story is heart-breaking, of course, and yet inspiring at the same time. Her rawness and vulnerability lead to an episode that is FULL of advice that can help others going through challenging times. I left this interview with a whole...
2023-09-261h 03
Empower Your PelvisEp#82: Physical Therapy as a Solution for Infertility: A Conversation with Dr. Heather EvansDid you know that physical therapists can play an important role in your fertility care? How can Physical therapy have a positive effect on your ability to get pregnant?
This week’s Empower Your Pelvis Podcast, Dr. Amanda Fisher goes solo to interview Dr. Heather Evans, PT, DPT. Heather is a pelvic floor physical therapist at Empower Your Pelvis. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas in 2003 and continued her career as a Jayhawk, completing her master's in physical therapy in 2005 followed by a transitional doctorate in 2013. She has been a physica...
2023-09-2229 min
The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 27 - Megan's Story - Growing Her Family in Three Different Ways While Overcoming Birth ComplicationsToday I bring you my chat with Megan Scanlon who is a mama to four kids who joined her family in three different ways! Megan tells about her adoption journey with her oldest daughter, Ellie, as well as her journey to her twins born via IVF/egg donation, and then about her surprise bonus baby. Megan also shares about her terrifying journey with preeclampsia, pulmonary edema, and cardiomyopathy around the birth of her twins and what it was like going home with two newborn babies, a six year old, all while recovering from a heart condition. Megan is one...
2023-09-1949 min
The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 26 - Alex's Story - Journey to TwiblingsWelcome to Episode 26, the first episode of SEASON 2!!!
Today, I am so happy to bring you my interview with Alex Slate. Alex has a unique journey to motherhood - and now she has two boys who are twiblings! Listen in to find out what twiblings are and how they came to be. This interview involves infertility, pregnancy loss, fertility treatment, surrogacy, and how a community joined together to grow a family.
Follow Alex on IG: @rockabyemaybe
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
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2023-09-1254 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 25 - Amanda's Story - Braving Batten Disease with HopeWelcome to the finale of Season 1!
Today, I have the joy of bringing you my conversation with Amanda Beedle. Amanda shares about her two beautiful daughters, Annabelle and Abigail, both of whom have Batten Disease, a rare disorder that requires a visit every two weeks to what Amanda has termed "the brain spa." I left this interview with such an appreciation for Amanda's strength, hope, and faith. I feel like this was the perfect closing episode for Season 1 - I look forward to seeing you all in September!
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2023-08-0132 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 24 - CJ's Story (Part 2) - Love, Loss, and Moving into MotherhoodWelcome to Part 2 of my interview with CJ Shane. In this episode, she shares how her journey to motherhood continued (spoiler alert - there's a happy ending!) amidst the COVID pandemic and caring for her father. CJ's story is one of family - of love and loss, death and life - and her spirit and positivity left me feeling SO inspired. She also shares her advice for others and talks about the importance of gratefulness, despite hard times. I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe...
2023-07-2541 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 23 - CJ's Story (Part 1) - Mountains and Valleys: Cystic Fibrosis, Colon Cancer, Loss, and Pursuing MotherhoodMy guest today is CJ Shane, a friend of mine for EIGHTEEN years! Her motherhood story involves so many different things that we are breaking it up into two episodes. Today's episode takes you through her adventurous life with her husband who has cystic fibrosis - these two climb mountains, run marathons, and more! She shares how his cystic fibrosis affected their fertility journey which involves IVF and miscarraige. During this time, CJ also experienced the tragic loss of her best friend and began caring for her father as his health failed. On top of all this, she was...
2023-07-1852 minWhatever with Heather - Mindset, Parenting & Personal GrowthMini-Pod #1: "Being Yourself" with BennettBuckle up as my youngest guest, Bennett, and I talk about "Being Yourself" in this episode of "Whatever with Heather". Join us as we dive headfirst into exploring why it's essential to be yourself, even when it seems daunting.In this heart-to-heart, we delve into the significance of speaking kindly to ourselves and how we can overcome the mean voices in our heads. Bennett gives advice for anyone grappling with being themselves. He talks about importance to him of embodying kindness, respect, and being supportive,. Listen in as we dissect the potential effects of kindness on oneself...
2023-07-1208 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 22 - Tricia's Story - Using Yoga to Heal From TragedyToday is such a beautiful episode. Tricia Tayrien shares with us about the tragic and unexpected loss of her son, Tylor, at age 16. She also shares about how she used yoga, both in her own practice and while teaching others, to discover herself, build her faith, and work through her grief. Her story is raw and honest, yet also encouraging and filled with hope.
Check out the studio where Tricia works: https://createandlivealifeyoulove.com/
The book she mentions "Angelspeake:" https://a.co/d/29lAR0V
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2023-07-1130 minWhatever with Heather - Mindset, Parenting & Personal GrowthEpisode 0 - Welcome to Whatever!Welcome to the 1st episode of 'Whatever with Heather'!As your host, I'm here to share the raw, the real, the humorous and the heartfelt.Today, I'm opening up about my personal story, the good stuff as well as the hard stuff I've been through. Including: battling an abusive marriage to thriving as a single mom of two, to my paradigm shift after leaving the religion I grew up with. I'll be connecting with you on a soul level, addressing the struggles and triumphs we encounter in life, including parenting, mental health, and navigating change.
2023-07-0606 minWhatever with Heather - Mindset, Parenting & Personal Growth0. Welcome to Whatever!Welcome to the 1st episode of 'Whatever with Heather'!As your host, I'm here to share the raw, the real, the humorous and the heartfelt.Today, I'm opening up about my personal story, the good stuff as well as the hard stuff I've been through. Including: battling an abusive marriage to thriving as a single mom of two, to my paradigm shift after leaving the religion I grew up with. I'll be connecting with you on a soul level, addressing the struggles and triumphs we encounter in life, including parenting, mental health, and navigating change.
2023-07-0606 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 21 - Lacey's Story - Fighting Neuroblastoma and the Finley Forever FoundationIt was such an honor to talk with Lacey Bracken today about her beautiful daughter, Finley, who bravely battled neuroblastoma at only two years old. Lacey also shares about the Finley Forever Foundation which is doing so many unique and and amazing things around the Chicago area. Grab a tissue and get ready to be inspired!
To learn more about the foundation, check out the following links:
www.finleyforever.com
https://www.facebook.com/finleyforeverfoundation
https://www.donorbox.org/finley-forever-foundation
IG: finleyforeverfoundation
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2023-07-041h 02The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 20 - Chelsea's Story - Life in the IBLP and Escaping to FreedomToday, I have the privilege of talking with Chelsea Butler. Chelsea spent her first fourteen years in the IBLP, a group she describes as a cult. Some of us are familiar with the Duggar family from 19 Kids and Counting, but I know that I, for one, did not truly know much about the IBLP, the belief system they follow. Chelsea explains how these teachings, including their specific home school model, oppress women and children. She discusses disciplinary methods, a typical day in the life of a family in the IBLP, and how her mother finally had enough. She tells...
2023-06-2733 min
Docs With DisabilitiesEpisode 69: Drs. Heather Feldner and Heather EvansDescription: Today, we are joined by two guests and namesakes, Drs. Heather Feldner and Heather Evans, both from the University of Washington, Department of Rehabilitation Medicine . In their conversation with Dr. Pete Poullos, Dr. Evans and Dr. Feldner discuss their arrival to disability studies scholarship at the University of Washington, the curious and impactful forms that their work has taken as products of inter-departmental collaboration, and their visions for a medical education that is more cognizant of and that actively centers the dynamic, lived experiences of those with disabilities. Interviewees: Drs. Heather Feldner and Heather...
2023-06-261h 01The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 19 - Jessie's Story - Fleeing Ukraine with a 2-Day Old BabyThis is such an exciting episode!
Today, I have the honor of chatting with Jessie Boeckmann, whose daughter was born via surrogacy in Ukraine the day before Russia attacked. Jessie takes us along her journey as she escapes Ukraine with her husband and her newborn, driving and even walking to safety. You definitely don't want to miss this fascinating story that will keep you on the edge of your seat!
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6...
2023-06-1350 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 18 - Jessie's Story - Embryo Donation, Pregnancy Loss, and Being a Military FamilyToday, I have the joy of talking with Jessie Henderson. Jessie is a mother of four, and after you hear her story, I'm sure you will be as amazed as I am at how tough this mama is! Jessie shares her story which involves several unique factors including multiple pregnancy losses, birth trauma, the process of becoming pregnant with her twins via embryo donation, and what it is like being a military family. This message has something for everyone and makes you want to cheer on all of the other moms out there!
You...
2023-06-0637 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 17 - Marin's Story - Growing Your Family with a Complex Medical HistoryToday's guest is Marin Cole. Marin was born with a birth defect that led to abdominal surgery before she was 1 year old. Because of this, the future in regards to pregnancy, delivery, and breast feeding were uncertain. Right as she began trying to conceive, she ended up unable to eat and in the hospital with another major surgery as the recommended plan. Listen in to follow her journey as she DID become pregnant with her daughter, Ensleigh, and how their first seven months have gone. This is a great episode for everyone, but especially for those who might have...
2023-05-3035 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 16 - Leslie's Story - Tetralogy of Fallot and Open Heart SurgeryToday, I am excited to bring to you my chat with Leslie Glasco, mom of two, including Jade, a 9-year-old who was born with the heart defect Tetralogy of Fallot. Leslie opens up to us about finding out this news during pregnancy and what is was like having a baby with a heart condition, including open heart surgery when Jade was only 9 months old. Leslie also discusses post-partum mental health struggles, brought on by not being able to leave her home for nine months in order to keep Jade from becoming sick before she had her surgery.
2023-05-2347 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 15 - Jamie's Story - Finding Joy in the Journey After Infant LossThis week's guest is Jamie Freedlund. While pregnant, Jamie was given the news that her daughter, Mattea, had only a 5% chance of surviving birth. Despite the odds, Mattea lived for nine months, and this experience led Jamie to create Mattea's Joy, a non-profit she has run for 13 years. Mattea's Joy has served over 10,000 meals to families of hospitalized children in the Chicagoland area and has expanded to include many additional projects to help families of hospitalized kids.
You can find out more about Mattea's Joy at www.matteasjoy.org
You can also find out more...
2023-05-1634 min
Your Weekly LiftDiet & Exercise around Shift Work with Heather MoffatThe 10th May is National Shift workers day, so I thought I’d team up with the queen of Shift Work advice Heather Moffat, fellow online coach, who also works for the NHS as a Radiographer, she has been on her own diet and exercise journey over the years and as a result has learned to manage this around ever-changing shifts, lack of routine, sleep deprivation and on top of that throw in 2 children and family life, heather has a lot to offer. In todays episode we discuss barriers you may face as a shift worker, how you can ov...
2023-05-151h 09The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 14 - Katie's Story - TWO Sets of Twins (Plus a Micropreemie Journey!)This week, I chat with Katie Hamby who has not just one but TWO sets of girl/girl twins! Katie takes us along her journey with her first set of girls born five years ago. Hadley and Harper were born at 24 weeks and spent over 100 days in the NICU. A few years later, after deciding to grow their family, Katie and her husband used ultrasounds and fertility physicians to try to ensure their next child would be just one (not twins) because of their first experience, but .... she once again became pregnant with twins! Katie takes us along as...
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Impact AIClimate Resilience with Max Evans from ClimateAiAI and machine learning are growing in significance as far as adapting to climate change is concerned. During today’s episode, I welcome Max Evans, founder and CTO at ClimateAi, to discuss the topic of climate resilience and how technology is driving progress in this arena.Max begins our conversation with an overview of the important work he is doing at ClimateAi, before weighing in on the role of machine learning in the AI startup space. He describes in detail the chain of different machine learning models and the challenges associated with high dimensionality and quality in da...
2023-05-0825 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 13 - Melanie's Story - Raising Three Kids as a Dorm Parent in Taiwan and GermanyMy guest today is Melanie Bill, and her family has such a unique story. Melanie and her husband, Jeremy, began life as dorm parents working with troubled teen boys in Florida. She shares what it was like to raise toddlers and then be pregnant while living with teenage boys in a dorm. They then moved their family of five to Taiwan and later Germany to continue their dorm parent journey. Listen in to hear what it is like living, eating, and working with teenagers from all over the world. She also shares how the cultures of Taiwan and Germany...
2023-05-021h 00The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 12 - Kaylee's Story (Part 2) - Kaydee's Trach Journey and Pregnancy Following Traumatic Birth/NICU StayKaylee Hurt is back this week for part TWO of her incredible story! This week, we chat about what it was like caring for a baby/young child with a trach, and she takes us along Kaydee's journey to becoming trach-free several years later. Also, she shares about what is was like being pregnant again after the trauma of Kaydee's delivery/NICU journey, including Kaylee's experience with post-partum depression.
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RUDD8XIP3YUT&keywords...
2023-04-251h 04The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 11 - Kaylee's Story (Part 1) - Preeclampsia, HELLP Syndrome, and a Nine Month NICU StayKaylee Hurt and her family have had QUITE a journey - so much so, that we are breaking this into our first ever two-part series!
Today, Kaylee takes us along as she shares about pregnancy expectations and how her plans changed when she was diagnosed with preeclampsia, which ultimately led to HELLP Syndrome and preterm delivery. Kaylee's daughter, Kaydee, was born at 1 pound 6 ounces and spent nine months between two different NICUs. Kaylee shares about how she ended up havig a SECOND surgery following her emergency c-section and how Kaydee had multiple surgeries as...
2023-04-1854 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 10 - Kati's Story - Child Loss, Miscarriage, and Raising a Daughter with a Rare Genetic Disorder** Trigger warning: This episode discusses child loss and miscarriage - if you feel this may be triggering for you, feel free to return later when/if you feel ready.
This week, I'm so honored to sit down with Kati Kennedy, who speaks about child loss, miscarriage, and raising her daughter, Haylee, who was born with the rare genetic disorder, Central Core Disease, caused by a mutation in the RYR1 gene. Kati shares about her daughter's long NICU stay along with a more recent long stay in the PICU, after Haylee contracted RSV. Kati has...
2023-04-1156 min
The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 9 - Erin's Story - Parenting a Child with Post-COVID Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)Today, I had the honor of speaking with Erin Thomassen who walks up through her journey of when her 4-year-old son, Alex, experienced MIS-C (Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children) after a COVID infection in August 2020. She shares about his symptoms, his hospital stay, his treatment, how it felt parenting a child in the hospital during the COVID lockdown, and how Alex is doing today!
Check out her MIS-C support Facebook group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/717408268881155
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com...
2023-04-0427 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 8 - Lindsey's Story - Pregnancy, Delivery, and Motherhood All While Using a WheelchairToday's guest is Lindsey Vaughn, mom of 10-year old Ollie. Lindsey was born with spina bifida, and she opens up to us today about pregnancy, delivery, and motherhood while using a wheelchair. Join us to hear about challenges, innovations, and toddler mischief, all related to her unique journey!
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RUDD8XIP3YUT&keywords=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans&qid=1675870004&sprefix=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-1
You can find...
2023-03-2835 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 7 - Chelsea's Story - Cortical Visual Impairment and Beating the OddsToday, I had the joy of chatting with Chelsea Zagalik. Chelsea is a mom of two, and her youngest, Carly, had a stroke around the time of delivery, leading to cortical visual impairment. Listen to hear how Chelsea advocates for her daughter and how her daughter has beat all the odds (walking, going to school, and even riding a bike!)
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RUDD8XIP3YUT&keywords=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans&qid=1675870004...
2023-03-2120 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 6 - Sarah's Story - Being a Single Mom by Choice.... to Triplets!Today, I chat with Sarah Brandt. Sarah shares her story of choosing to be a single mom by choice, pursuing IVF using a sperm donor to have a baby .... and ending up with three! Sarah shares how she managed three babies with the help of her family along with some excellent advice to any woman considering becoming a single mom by choice.
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RUDD8XIP3YUT&keywords=learning+to+breathe+heather+...
2023-03-1446 min
The Fresh Expressions PodcastChurch Planting, Multi-Site and Fresh Expressions: What's the Difference? With Jorge Acevedo and Heather EvansJorge Acevedo is Pastor of Grace Church in Florida. They’ve seen meaningful growth using Church Growth and multi-site strategies. But now, they’re focusing on developing Fresh Expressions. In this episode you’ll hear about their journey, and why a big church is doing something small.Heather Evans currently serves on staff at Grace Church in Cape Coral, FL as Director of Reach, Send, and Fresh Expressions. In addition to leading local reach ministries for Grace like Adopt-a-School, Shoes of Hope, and a food pantry, Heather oversees several Fresh Expressions of church, one of whi...
2023-03-0850 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 5 - Kalyn's Story - Fetal surgery, Spina Bifida, and ParalympicsToday I got the chance to chat with Kalyn Gillespie, busy mom of three boys, one of whom (Grant) has spina bifida. Kalyn and her husband learned Grant had spina bifida while she was pregnant, and she underwent fetal surgery (surgery done to partially remove Grant from the uterus, correct the neural tube dysfunction, and place him back inside). She shares about surgery recovery, delivery, and keeping up with Grant today.
Check out Grant and his family, along with their foundation, at www.grantscause.com and on FB at Grant's Cause for Spina Bifida
2023-03-0735 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 4 - Jenny's Story - Adopting Moses from Sierra Leone, West AfricaThis week, I had the honor of talking with Jenny Rodgers. Jenny met Moses, a 4 year old with special needs, when volunteering at an orphanage in West Africa. She tells us her story of the 3-year journey to adopt Moses and bring him home to the US. She shares how she and her family manage Moses's special needs, along with what brings him joy!
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=RUDD8XIP3YUT&keywords=learning+to+...
2023-02-2246 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 3 - Sherri's Story - Parenting a Young Man with Down SyndromeIn this episode, I have the honor of chatting with Sherri Eaton. Sherri is a licensed clinical social worker who is married with two children, including a young man with Down Syndrome. Sherri chats with us today about what it was like to receive a Down Syndrome diagnosis 22 years ago, the lessons she has learned from Mikey, and what a blessing it has been to have him in her family.
You can find Sherri's Sassy Sewing on FB at @sherrissassysewing
You can find my book, Learning to Breathe, at:
2023-02-2244 minThe Mama SisterhoodEpisode 2 - Rebecca's Story - Being a Mom of QuadrupletsThis week, I am so excited to bring you my chat with Rebecca Ishum, who is a mom of nearly 12-year-old quadruplets plus another bonus daughter! Rebecca shares about her fertility journey, quadruplet pregnancy, delivery requiring 2 operating rooms, her NICU journey, mental health struggles, and what it is like to have FOUR babies at one time.
You can find Rebecca on FB at https://www.facebook.com/rebecca.ishum and on IG at @Rebecca.Ishum. You can also find her blog at www.abeautifulruckus.com.
To find my book...
2023-02-221h 03The Mama SisterhoodEpisode 1 - Heather's Story - Becoming a Mom to Twins Born at 24 weeks, 1 DayHey, mamas!
For our first episode, I wanted to share my family's story with you. Listen in to hear about our four year infertility journey, IVF, egg donation, twin pregnancy, preterm labor, delivery at 24 weeks, our 4 month NICU stay, and more!
To find my book, Learning to Breathe, check out:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied/dp/1543072151/ref=sr_1_1?crid=LSA39ZW6FKOM&keywords=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans&qid=1674185716&sprefix=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1
To find my book, The NICU Mama Survival Guide...
2023-02-1842 minThe Mama SisterhoodTrailerWelcome to The Mama Sisterhood podcast! Just a quick intro here - see you all soon!
To find my book, Learning to Breathe, about our NICU journey, go to:
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Breathe-story-micropreemies-defied-ebook/dp/B083S6R3CN/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2SYM9LFR6YANQ&keywords=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans&qid=1675869477&sprefix=learning+to+breathe+heather+evans%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-1
To find my book, The NICU Mama Survival Guide, go to:
https://www.amazon.com/NICU-Mama-Survival-Guide-Post-Partum/dp/B09MGJ7RSX/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Q...
2023-02-1802 min
Tech Intersect™ with Prof Tonya M. EvansTech Intersect #142: Heather Maio-Smith on Making Knowledge More Accessible Through VideoKudos, Questions, Comments? Send it here.There is power and potential in reimagining the use of audio and visual technology. It’s proven that we learn almost 91% better when we have the ability to interact and ask questions of the expert we are learning from. This week, episode 142 of the Tech Intersect™ Podcast with Heather Maio-Smith is about making knowledge more accessible through video! POWERED BY ADVANTAGE EVANS™ ACADEMY Globally, crypto investors realized total crypto gains of $162.7 billion in 2021, compared to just $32.5 billion in 2020. And in 2022, more than 200...
2023-01-2733 min
Empower Your PelvisEp#48: Treating Infertility With Physical Therapy with Dr. Heather Evans Part 2You've just given birth to your beautiful, healthy baby—but now you're in the NICU. How will you go through the post-partum healing process from your baby's bedside, including how to care for your body during this time? How will you handle the emotional stressors that come along with having a fragile newborn in the NICU?
This week’s Empower Your Pelvis Podcast, Dr. Amanda Fisher welcomes back Dr. Heather Evans, PT, DPT. Heather is a pelvic floor physical therapist at Empower Your Pelvis. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas in 2003...
2023-01-1927 min
Empower Your PelvisEp#47: Treating Infertility With Physical Therapy with Dr. Heather EvansDid you know that physical therapists can play an important role in your fertility care? How can Physical therapy have a positive effect on your ability to get pregnant?
This week’s Empower Your Pelvis Podcast, Dr. Amanda Fisher goes solo to interview Dr. Heather Evans, PT, DPT. Heather is a pelvic floor physical therapist at Empower Your Pelvis. She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Kansas in 2003 and continued her career as a Jayhawk, completing her master's in physical therapy in 2005 followed by a transitional doctorate in 2013. She has been a physic...
2023-01-1229 min
Chaos N' CookiesSpells for Lost Things with Jenna Evans WelchCreating a love of reading can start from a very young age and last a lifetime! I was able to chat with author Jenna Evans Welch to talk about her newest young adult novel, Spells for Lost Things. Her collection of books is perfect for young readers who want to step into a different country and explore the world. About the Guest:Jenna Evans Welch was the kind of insatiable child reader who had no choice but to grow up to become a writer. She is the New York Times bestselling author of L...
2022-10-1828 min
Okayest Moms: The Podcast120. Fostering a New Identity After Motherhood with Melissa Evans of Momeez ChoiceMelissa Evans, founder of Momeez Choice, joins Heather and Brittany to talk about fostering a new identity after motherhood. They also talk about how a simple, brilliant idea lead Melissa to start a business, and how that pivot affected her family, and her advice for mothers considering taking on a new identity.
ABOUT Melissa Evans
Melissa Evans is a mom of four and the Founder of Momeez Choice Organic Soothing Pops for Kids. She has always had a passion for helping people, so it was no surprise when her little one was sick, that the idea for...
2022-08-1635 min
The Pregnancy to Parenting Show with Elizabeth JoyThe NICU Mama Survival Guide with Pelvic Floor Therapist, Dr. Heather EvansDr. Heather Evans is a pelvic floor therapist who has taken her experience as a NICU mama to help others. She shares her story of having premature twins needing a 4 month NICU stay and how her professional and personal life came together. After 8 years of recovery from the trauma, Heather wanted to create a book to help guide NICU mamas specifically through their post-partum journey while never leaving their little one's isolette. Heather's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heatherevansdpt Learning to Breate book Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learningtobreathebook Get the book: https://w...
2022-05-231h 05
Runners Without LimitsEpisode 150: Better Together – The Push-Chair Movement with author Shaun EvansAccessibility for athletes is a growing part of the running community, and this week Shaun Evans shares his family’s experience with Ainsley’s Angels. Creating awareness for runners and race organizations alike, Evans discusses one of the most memorable summers. Please check out his book: Better Together https://www.ainsleysangels.org/product/better-together-by-shaun-evans/ Follow Ainsely’s Angels on Facebook, Ainsley's Angels Power to Push | Facebook Shaun and his family on Iinstagram: Shaun Evans (@power2push) • Instagram photos and videos www.Runn...
2022-05-131h 08
Extraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 376: Infertility, NICU Babies, and More with Heather Evans
My guest is Heather Evans. She battled infertility for 4 years and then became pregnant with boy/girl twins (Hannah and Gavin) via their fourth round of IVF and an egg donor. She went into premature labor and delivered them at 24 weeks, 1 day (1.5 pounds each). They spent four months in the NICU including 7 weeks on a ventilator, both had brain bleeds, multiple infections, my son had heart vessel surgery, and both twins came home on oxygen. Her son has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy (although he now walks, runs, etc. without even using his braces), and he had...
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Extraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 376: Infertility, NICU Babies, and More with Heather Evans
My guest is Heather Evans. She battled infertility for 4 years and then became pregnant with boy/girl twins (Hannah and Gavin) via their fourth round of IVF and an egg donor. She went into premature labor and delivered them at 24 weeks, 1 day (1.5 pounds each). They spent four months in the NICU including 7 weeks on a ventilator, both had brain bleeds, multiple infections, my son had heart vessel surgery, and both twins came home on oxygen. Her son has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy (although he now walks, runs, etc. without even using his braces), and he had...
2022-03-1600 minExtraordinary Moms PodcastEpisode 376: Infertility, NICU Babies, and More with Heather Evans
My guest is Heather Evans. She battled infertility for 4 years and then became pregnant with boy/girl twins (Hannah and Gavin) via their fourth round of IVF and an egg donor. She went into premature labor and delivered them at 24 weeks, 1 day (1.5 pounds each). They spent four months in the NICU including 7 weeks on a ventilator, both had brain bleeds, multiple infections, my son had heart vessel surgery, and both twins came home on oxygen. Her son has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy (although he now walks, runs, etc. without even using his braces), and he had...
2022-03-1600 min