Meredith Shaw is the co-host of Breakfast Television, a radio host with CHFI, a model, a style expert and, of course, a mom. She recently launched a 10-dress collection at PENN. called Get Dress’d with Meredith. PENN. (formerly known as Pennington’s) is Canada’s premiere destination for plus-size fashion, ranging from sizes 14 to 32. At PENN.’s core, they believe that women deserve to experience the freedom that comes with feelings confident in their clothing.   Topics discussed:  Meredith’s storyHow she got started in the style space—and her involvement in her styling at Breakfast TelevisionThe PENN. x Get Dress’d with Meredith edit and what it means to herWhat’s next for her in fashionAnd more!   For more Meredith Shaw, please visit: @MeredithShaw on Instagram PENN x Get Dress’d with Meredith collection on the web   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

In this first time ever interview, Alana and her husband Matthew Kantor are in studio together for an intimate moment, discussing their relationship, how they met, and the family dynamics.    Topics include: - how they met - their kid’s personalities - a deep and very triggering retelling of their son Henry’s near death experience.    Trigger warning: child illness and near death

Melanie Ng is a host and anchor at CityNews 24/7 middays, a professional storyteller, an award-winning journalist, a teacher, a speaker, a communications specialist and a mom of one.    Topics discussed:  Why she decided to leave Breakfast TelevisionWhat her day-to-day looks like nowBeing part of the generation that’s trying to do it allWhat’s up next—and how it fits into her new lifeHer favourite interviews everAnd more! *Please note that this episode was recorded before Melanie announced her new role at CityNews.*   For more Melanie Ng, please visit: @TheMelanieNg on Instagram   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Michelle Barron is a mom of two and an optometrist in North York. She’s been in practice for over a decade, focusing on pediatric and family care. As both an eye doctor and a mom in her 30s, she found herself searching for eye care and skin care products that were not only effective but also safe for her eyes and her patients’ eyes. This led her to help start-up and manage Eyesthetics, a medi-spa offering eye and skin treatments that prioritize the health and safety of our eyes. They offer injectables, including Botox and filler, and skin tightening and firming treatments, such as radio-frequency micro-needling and Intense Pulse Light.   Topics discussed:  Pregnancy and postpartum eyecare Dry eye diseaseChanges to our eyes we can expect as we ageHow cosmetics and beauty treatments affect our eyesCommon aesthetic eye concerns (and how to treat them)Makeup recommendations for eye careTikTok makeup (and eyecare) trendsAnd more!   For more Michelle Baron, please visit: Eyes on Sheppard on the web Eyesthetics on the web @eyecaremom on Instagram   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Kieran Powers is a mom and the founder of Becoln, a place for families navigating a difficult path to parenthood to find their beacons of light in the darkness. She was inspired to start Becoln because of her own journey and her three boys: Beckett, who died shortly after he was born; Lincoln, who was born at 22 weeks and spent four and a half months in the NICU; and Remy, who was born via surrogacy. She provides coaching, consulting and products, like preemie milestone cards and remembrance candles.   Topics discussed:  Her path to becoming a motherWhat Becoln isIncluding Beckett in the everydayTools for tackling grief with kidsAnd more!   For more Kieran Powers, please visit: Becoln on the web @becoln_ on Instagram   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Nicole Simons is a mom and a wealth management advisor, financial literacy advocate and part owner of CPN Financial Services. She takes pride in equipping women with the wealth management products they need to protect, diversify and grow their financial assets. Her career is rooted in more than 10 years of client-centred customer service. As a licensed insurance broker, she provides financial advice to help protect her clients at every stage of their life. She works closely with entrepreneurs and other hardworking individuals to help them get clarity about their current finances.   Topics discussed:  How to secure your financial fenceThe importance for business owners to protect their income with disability insuranceWhy women need to get critical illness insurance early in lifeCreating generational wealth with life insuranceWhy children need life insurance at an early ageInvesting: It’s crucial for your financial futureAnd more!   For more Nicole Simons, please visit: CPN Financial Services on the web @advisoronthego on Instagram @advisoronthego on TikTok   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Odette Peek is a psychedelic integration coach and guide. She holds a degree in clinical and social psychology, and a diploma in social service work, with a varied scope of experience. In her work at Spiritual Alliance, Odette draws on integrative, holistic approaches such as mind-body therapy, relational and family counselling and mindfulness, and she has extensive experience in guiding and supporting her clients with challenging circumstances such as interpersonal conflict, trauma, grief, anxiety and depression.   Topics discussed:  How Odette came into plant medicineWhat is plant medicine?A bit about Alana’s experience with OdetteThe plant medicine ceremonyHow music and essence play a role in the ceremonyThe general fear of psychedelicsOdette’s upcoming Soul Journey Retreat in Costa RicaAnd more!   For more Odette Peek, please visit: Spiritual Alliance on the web Spiritual Alliance on Instagram Soul Journey Retreat in Costa Rica on the web awaken@spiritualalliance.ca by email   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Marlie Cohen is a mom of two, a fitness trainer and the brain (and face!) behind Kale + Krunches as well as the founder of Bounce Forward Co., a health and fitness app for busy moms.   Topics discussed:  How fitness fits into their livesMindset and reframingWellness—for yourself and modelling for your kidsMotherhoodSocial media and content creationBounce Forward Co.And more!   For more Marlie Cohen, please visit: Marlie Cohen on the Mom Halo Show in 2023 Kale + Krunches on the web Bounce Forward Co. on the web Kale + Krunches on Instagram Marlie Cohen on TikTok   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Chloe Alleyne is a mom of two, a content creator, a certified personal trainer, a group fitness instructor, and a certified pre-and postnatal fitness specialist. She’s on a mission to inspire moms and busy women to embrace their strongest selves and take charge of their well-being.   Alex Trimble is a mom of two, an entrepreneur, a radio and television voice actor, and a content creator who wants to show women that they can have it all.   Together, they co-host the CYBEX Hot Mom Walk podcast, and are looking for the next CYBEX Mama Mentors to host the podcast, lead their own in-person walks to build mindfulness and companionship to bring Canadian mamas closer.   Topics discussed:  What is a CYBEX Hot Mom Walk? Mama mentors—what makes a great one?Influencers and gaining trust in their communitiesProviding value to your communityBiggest learnings a momsListening to your followers as an influencerContent creation tips and tricksThe power of being authenticAnd more!   For more Alex Trimble and Chloe Alleyne, please visit: Alex Trimble on Instagram Chloe Alleyne on Instagram Hot Mom Walk on the web   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Brittnei Gaudi is a mom of two and the founder of wellnested Living Co. She’s a professional organizer and a tamer of chaos, as well as a corporate escapee on a mission to simplify her own life—and do the same for her clients. She helps busy families optimize their homes so they can focus less on the “stuff” and more on what matters. She is a vibe creator, a potential spotter, a space finder and an order seeker. A detail-obsessed priority juggler, experienced DIY-er, skilled flipper and the manifestor of that indescribable but totally palpable feeling of home,   Topics discussed:  Decision fatigue and leaking energyBite-sized tips for getting out the door every dayOverstimulation due to clutter: Is it a thing?The embarrassment and shame of our “mess”Getting our kids to keep their spaces cleanMaternal mental healthStarting smallAnd more!   For more Brittnei Gaudio, please visit: wellnested Living on the web Free decluttering checklist  well.nested.living on Instagram   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Wendy Gordon is a speech-language pathologist with 25 years of experience working with children 18 months and older, both in person and via teletherapy. Her focus in therapy is keeping things fun and functional—getting the whole family involved in meaningful, individualized and engaging ways. Her passion for what she does is evident in her relationships with her clients…and in her amazing Instagram page with tips and tricks anyone can use.   Topics discussed:  How COVID affected speech in little onesReasons and therapy for a lispTools parents might need if there are speech delaysThe importance of the tongue in languageA familiar listener and an unfamiliar listener—and what age should children be understoodWhat is disfluency—and is it an issue?Speaking multiple languages in the homeTricks for pronouncing RsAnd more!   For more Wendy Gordon, please visit: Words with Wendy on the web @wordswithwendyslp on Instagram @wordswithwendy on TikTok   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Alexa Torontow is a Toronto-based naturopathic doctor who works in maternal health care—helping moms and moms-to-be from preconception through to postpartum to ensure their care is not falling through the cracks and to help them feel truly well. Being a mom is not a diagnosis and there are small shifts that can impact your overall wellbeing.   Topics discussed:  How Alexa’s practice works and how she came into naturopathic medicineThe benefits of naturopathic medicine, especially when it comes to matrescenceThe importance of vitamin DThe concept of true wellness Vitamins, supplements and adaptogensMovement, weight training and finding something you like to doFinding joy outside of being a momCombatting sugar cravingsAnd more!   For more Alexa Torontow, please visit: Alexa Torontow on the web @dr.alexatorontow on Instagram   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Jennifer House is a mom of three from Calgary and a registered dietitian who runs First Step Nutrition, a private practice that helps make feeding families easier with a focus on picky eaters and starting solids. Her book, The Parents’ Guide to Baby-Led Weaning, is a great resource for anyone with kids starting solids, including tips, recipes and more.   Topics discussed:  Why kids are afraid to try new foods (8 reasons!)Division of responsibilities in feeding kidsThe benefits of eating together as a familyWhat is baby-led weaning and what are the benefits?Recommended foods to start baby-led weaning withMeal planning and cooking forwardBest practices for beveragesAnd more!   For more Jennifer House, please visit: First Step Nutrition on the web @FirstStepNut on Instagram The Parents’ Guide to Baby-Led Weaning on the web   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

Kyla Thomson is the mother of Bella, aka Bella Brave, who you probably know from TikTok and Instagram. Bella is a beautiful 10-year-old girl who was born with several rare diseases and she and her mother chronicle their journey for the world to see—and spread joy to millions of people. Kyla and Alana chat for Rare Disease Day (February 29) and Kyla gives an update about Bella’s health and journey.   Topics discussed:  Bella’s medical journeyThe story of Bella’s bowel transplantComedy and keeping it lightBeing real and relatableSharing their kids on social mediaAnd more!   For more Kyla Thomson, please visit: Bella Brave on the web @KylaCT on Instagram @KylaCT on TikTok   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Nathalie Amlani is the founder and chief photographer for Pictonat Photography. She captures businesses in action through storytelling, mindset and brand strategy. She knows that sharing your brand can be hard to define in words, but a well-thought-out strategic picture can say what words cannot describe. Natalie intuitively connects and reflects with the energy each business owner brings, their interests and how they relate to their audience.   Topics discussed:  Nathalie’s career progressionMapping out your brand visuallyHow often business owners should get new headshotsWhy photos are more important than some people thinkBranding 101: Storytelling And more!   For more Nathalie Amlani, please visit: Pictonat Photography on the web @pictonatbrandingcreative on IG   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Jenni Diamond is the founder of Jenni Diamond Health, an online platform that helps new and expecting moms and birthing individuals exercise safely through evidence-based workouts. She uses her extensive education in human anatomy, biomechanics and prenatal and postnatal exercise training to deliver the most successful and beneficial results for her clients.   Topics discussed:  How Jenni started focusing on perinatal training specificallyYour core: Should you be training it while pregnant?Breathwork for pelvic floor and core engagementExercise at 30 weeks of pregnancy and beyondPregnancy and exercise in generalAnd more!   For more Jenni Diamond, please visit: Jenni Diamond Health on the web @jennidiamondhealth on IG   More important links from Jenni: 2019 Canadian Guideline for Physical Activity Throughout Pregnancy on the web   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Shelagh Cummins is the founder and CEO of The Road to Seven™. She’s a transformative coach committed to helping women entrepreneurs shift from overwhelmed solopreneurs to savvy business owners. Her business’s mission is to help people reclaim time, build an effective team, streamline processes and boost profits while crafting a business that bolsters their lifestyle. At The Road to Seven™, they’re revolutionizing the narrative around investing in women and are dedicated to fostering impactful, fulfilling businesses.   Topics discussed:  Shelagh’s career journeyWho Shelagh works with and why people need business coaching once they reach a certain levelBusiness and motherhoodA business owner’s ability to be fluidWhy business coaches even have business coachesAnd more!   For more Shelagh Cummins, please visit: The Road To Seven on the web @shelaghcummins on IG @theroadtosevencapital on IG   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

Identical twins Marnie and Rena have owned and operated ViBE Dance & Fitness Studio for over 21 years. ViBE is a one-of-a-kind non-competitive and accessibility-focused dance studio that treats everyone equally and without judgement. In 2021, they invented the Cartwhirler Cartwheel Mat, teaching kids of all ages to cartwheel. They are also co-authors of a nonfiction, self-help book called Empower Your ViBE.    Topics discussed:  The inclusive mentality behind ViBE Dance StudioStriving to be 1% betterBusiness informing motherhoodEntrepreneurship and brandingDance trending on social mediaAnd more!   For more Marnie and Rena, please visit: ViBE Dance Studio on the web @ViBEDanceAndFitness on Instagram @ViBEDanceAndFitness on TikTok Cartwhirler Cartwheel Mat on the web   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Erin Pepler is the author of Send Me Into The Woods Alone: Essays on Motherhood. She’s a freelance writer and mom of two who lives in the Greater Toronto Area.    Topics discussed:  The invisible workload of motherhoodHow to manage the maternal mental loadThe importance of community in parenthoodMatrescence: Why do we still not focus on it as a society?Maternal mental health post pandemicFinding the humour in parentingAnd more!   For more Erin Pepler, please visit: @ErinPepler on Instagram Erin Pepler on the web Send Me Into The Woods Alone book   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

Brittany Donovan is a mom to a three-year-old little boy with medical complexities and who herself has many medical complexities of her own, including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, mast cell activation syndome (MCAS), postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), Raynaud’s disease and more. She speaks about parenting while chronically ill.     Topics discussed:  Brittany’s medical journeyHow she discovered her son’s medical complexities The day-to-day in their familyMental health and having a support systemWhat parents with non-medically complex kids should knowAnd more!   For more Brittany Donovan, please visit: @Brittany284 on Instagram   *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones. **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.