Talking with Carinne was like talking to a kindred spirit in the world of women’s health.She always knew that she wanted to follow in her mother’s footsteps, as both an entrepreneur and an advocate for women’s health. After graduating university, she joined forces with her mother to develop the DivaCup, a modern redesign of a concept from the 1930’s. They started Diva on a shoestring budget from their kitchen table. Challenging a male-dominated industry, their product was often rejected as an unwanted threat to disposables. Nineteen years later, DivaCup has taken menstrual cups mainstream and disrupted the industry. The DivaCup is now sold in over 40 countries. Internationally, Diva has sold over 6.5million DivaCups to date. Carinne is a highly sought-after speaker and panelist, joining conversations all around the world on the state and future of the menstrual care industry. She has won multiple awards for her entrepreneurship and innovation, including EY’s Entrepreneur of the Year, RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards Woman of Influence of 2019, and was named Canada’s Top 40 Under 40.Our conversation took us from: How she became an entrepreneur in the period cup businessWhat were some of her struggles in being a female founderWhat was it like working with her mother as her partnerWhat was it like to carve out a new product in the women’s wellness spaceHow she got involved in the menstrual equity movementBeing a mamma and an entrepreneur what does her idea of balance look likeHer inspiration for other busy working moms and women in not only being healthy for themselves but also for their childrenAnd lastly her personal health why and her personal wellness routineFollow her on these social Handles: Instagram: @carinnedivacup Twitter: @CarinneChambers LinkedIn: Carinne Chambers-SainiSend me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

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#145 Changing The Period Status Quo with: Carinne Chambers-Saini

Breast health is an essential part of a woman’s well-being. Your breasts go through many changes throughout your life, from puberty to pregnancy, to the perimenopause and post-menopausal stages. Many of these changes are related to hormones and their varying levels, but some changes may not be normal and can be a cause of concern. Millions of women are diagnosed with breast cancer each year. In 2021, an estimated 281,550 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to be diagnosed in women in the U.S., along with 49,290 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer according to the American Cancer Society. That means 1:8 women will be diagnosed. Now let’s look at it worldwide: In 2020, there were 2.3 million women diagnosed with breast cancer and 685,000 deaths globally. As of the end of 2020, there were 7.8 million women alive who were diagnosed with breast cancer in the past 5 years, making it the world's most prevalent cancer. In the United States alone, breast cancer has already surpassed lung cancer as being the most diagnosed type of cancer.Experts alike emphatically state that the most important factor affecting a successful outcome in treating breast cancer is early detection.Breast Self Exams also known as (BSE) can be one of those early detection measures.So, today’s episode is all about giving you the information you need to know to be your #1 self-care advocate when it comes to your breast health.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#144 Breast Self Exam: Why You Need To Exam Your Breast & How To Do It At Home

In 2013, Cassandra and her hubby Andrew eloped and used the money they’d been saving up for a wedding to start building their dream business: bringing amazing tasting, top-quality juices to their small community. She never imagined how large their community could grow! She’s always been passionate about eating with an emphasis on nutrition and wellness, and she loves inspiring people to lead a healthier, more invigorating life.She believes that cold-pressed juice is only as good as its ingredients. That’s why being locally-sourced is their top priority. She has a personal relationship with all their farmers and an understanding of how the produce is planted, grown, and harvested. It’s her passion and respect for real food that helps us create the highest quality, best-tasting product.Unlike other juice companies, they never use concentrates or water down the juices. There’s no added sugar, artificial sweeteners, chemicals, or unhealthy preservatives.What also warms my heart is that she also cares about her community and our planet. That’s why they donate a portion of all sales toward causes that help make the world a better, greener place.They also plant a tree for every order they sell to help offset our carbon emissions.In today’s show you’ll hear how it all  began for Cassandra. From her childhood experience of watching her mom cook that led to her passion for cooking healthy, to starting a health related company, the challenges of the early days  being a female founder, the importance of juicing, starting a family, her idea of work life balance and her self-care routine.We packed in a lot in this episode and it was a true blessing to have her on the show.She also gave all the WWHLP listeners a coupon code to go get some juices. Go to www.littlewest.com  and use coupon code: WWHLP15You can follower her here:https://www.instagram.com/casstroywalker/https://www.instagram.com/littlewest/ Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#143 The Power Of Juicing And Everything In Between: With Cassandra Walker Of Little West

Throughout life, there are so many things that have a profound effect on your immune system. One of the biggest impacts come directly from the daily habits you adopt as part of your current lifestyle. Many times, we get caught up in the hustle and bustle of everyday life and tend to place the importance of a strong immune system on the backburner. In other words, we prioritize everything else, until a weak immunity gives us a wake-up call in the form of failing health. No one wants that, am I right? For this reason, it’s so important to become aware of the daily habits that could trigger a weak immune system and put you on a downward spiral to bad health. The great news is, you have complete control over your habits and lifestyle and with a few simple tweaks, you can start building a strong immune system in no time. Today I am going to share with you 10 simple tweaks you can make in your daily routine that will set your immune system up for success and build the foundation for good health.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#142 10 Simple Tweaks that Will Strengthen Your Immune System (without Medication)

Your first introduction to journaling may have been the countless hours you spent pining away in your diary during those awkward middle school days. However, over the years, journaling has evolved and changed into much more than a simple diary – it’s become a tool to help you organize your life, prioritize, and set goals, reflect on and remember the past as well as envision the future of your dreams. No matter what your personality or creative style looks like, you can make journaling work for you – it’s not a one size fits all kind of habit. With all the different styles and elements of journaling, it would seem easy to grab a pen, jump in and start writing. However, because there are so many journaling routes you can go, it can be intimidating and easily discourage people from taking that first step. Don’t let that be you like it was for me. Even if you’re a complete beginner, journaling doesn’t have to be scary – you simply have to know how to start. With a few helpful tips, you’ll be journaling like a pro in no time.In today’s episode I will be talking to you about the 10 things that really helped me to start turning those blank pages into big life changes over the past year and a half.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#141 Blank Pages to Big Life Changes: Everything You Need to Know to Get You Started Journaling

When it comes to eating healthy, it can be a challenge to make sure you get the recommended servings of fruits and veggies each day. With all the fast-food options, tempting ads and grocery store aisles calling your name, it’s much easier to snack out on a drive thru order of fries, a bag of chips or a sugary, caffeinated drink. When you’re used to reaching for those not so healthy options, it can be difficult to switch it up and opt for a bowl of fruit instead. Maybe you’re concerned that eating healthy means having the same boring meals over and over again. Maybe you worry that you’ll have to settle for lettuce and apple slices every day for the rest of your life. This simply isn’t true. There are several ways you can add healthier choices to your diet without having to cut anything out or lose the flavor and tastiness that you’re accustomed to. You just have to get creative, have fun and experiment. In today’s episode I am giving you 10 sneaky ways to add more fruits and veggies into your diet, without getting bored or sacrificing the yumminess factor.To help you create small healthy habits that add up to big results I have a great FREE guide for you about how to go about creating these small daily habits. Grab it hereSend me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

10 Sneaky Ways to Get More Fruits and Veggies into Your Day

One of the areas that most busy women struggle with in developing their self-discipline muscle, is trying to make too many changes at once. Not just by doing more than one goal at a time, but by making those goals way too large and complex. Either of these approaches tend to lead to failure. But by adding mini habits, developing that muscle just got a whole lot easier.If you haven’t heard of mini-habits, prepare your heart because you’re in for a treat. Imagine making only small adjustments in your life, and still managing to create impactful and meaningful change. Yeap you heard me right. In today’s episode we dive into the powerful psychology of mini habits to push the needle of your health in the forward direction.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#139 4 Top Benefits Of Mini Habits

You may have heard about essential oils, especially if you look up natural remedies for physical and mental ailments, but you may or may not be exactly sure what they are or how many different ways you can use them. Today’s episode is going to dive into a brief summary of essential oils, how they are made, and what they can do for you. We also are going to talk about how to store them and common uses of them.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#138 Essential Oils 101: The Basics

The human papillomavirus, or HPV, is a type of sexually transmitted infection. It is the most common STI you can get, with about 79 million Americans who have the infection and at the same time it is very misunderstood by most people. Whether you have it and are wondering what to do next, or want to prevent it, today’s podcast is for you. We talk about:Types Of HPVHow Do You Get HPV?Who Is At Higher Risk For HPV?What Are The Symptoms?How Is It Treated?Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#137 Understanding HPV (The Human Papillomavirus)

You may be doing everything right in order to lose weight. You’re following all the rules hoping that in due time you will achieve your desired weight loss goal. However, no matter what you do, the stubborn fat just won’t leave your body. Despite all your efforts, you try to remain positive and continue to fight what appears to be a losing battle. At some point, you may feel frustrated and with due cause! Well, don’t despair. You may be doing everything right, but your hormones could be the culprit, as your hormones can greatly affect the results of your weight loss efforts. Almost anyone who has a problem with weight is possibly battling with a hormonal imbalance. Bringing your hormones back into balance is a great start to helping you reach your goals. In Today’s episode we are discussing the 4 hormones that can play havoc on your weight loss and fitness goals.CortisolEstrogenInsulinLeptinAnd then we dive into different ways that you can help to bring them back into balance.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#136 Are Your Hormones Affecting Your Weight Loss Or Fitness Goals?

Today we opened back up the question vault and pulled out several great community questions and are answering them for you.Today’s questions come from:Martha C and she wants to know what she can do to improve her eye healthKelly J wants to know how she can improve her brain healthNikki P wants to know more about the benefits of gingerAnd Molly L wants to know what she can do about belly bloating and digestive healthThanks Ladies, these were all great questions and we loved answering them for you.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#135 Community Q & A: Eye Health, Brain Health, Digestive Health, and Finding Your Sweet Spot With Your Health

Falling off track, whether with your health and fitness, personal or business goals, or your creative endeavors, is completely normal and common. The problem ladies is that it can be hard to get back up and on track again. Today I am exploring some tips for you to try in order for you to get back on track, no matter what you have fallen behind on with regard to your health, your habits, and or your creative endeavors.We dive into the following areas:How do you get back on track?How to get Reinspired to create healthy habits no matter the area of your lifeAnd lastly how to find your creative spark again- especially if you are a creative typeSend me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#134 How To Get Back On Track When You Have Fallen Off

#134 How To Get Back On Track

Chloe wrote in asking how she can have more energy throughout her day, especially because she starts her day out feeling positive and full of energy and by the end of the day she feels drained and tired.Maybe this is you too?You started the day ready to take on the world. From the moment you got out of bed, you’ve been thinking about all the things you’re going to get done today. You can’t wait to get started! Then it all falls apart. By the end of the day, you're grumpy and out of sorts. The day somehow derailed, and here you are, feeling like you didn't accomplish half the things you wanted to today. What happened? Well, sometimes life really does get in the way. The car won’t start, or the dog gets out, and you spend half the morning chasing him around the neighborhood. Life gets in the way. More often than not, though, you likely did what most people do: you crashed and burned. Somewhere ...you just ran out of energy. So, in today’s episode I am sharing with  you how to maintain your energy levels even on the toughest of days?We dive into these concepts:Check-in With YourselfEngage in a Routine (or Two)Become More IntentionalAnd lastly Get to Bed!Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#133 4 Simple Ways To Maintain Your Energy: Community Q & A

"How do you make lasting change? One step at a time." Or in today’s case one simple habit at a time. And that is the same approach that I want you to take to becoming more active and healthier. You don't begin exercising by running a marathon. You make small steps that begin to accumulate into a larger fitness practice. So today I’m bringing you 10 tips that are simple, actionable ways to impact your health and fitness in a positive manner, and most of them apply to just about anyone.The world today for a lot of women has become so sedentary that exercise, let alone movement has become obsolete, and that has to change. Research shows us that prolonged sitting is worse for your health than smoking and whoever thought those words would come out of the WHO’s (World Health Organization) mouth.These 10 simple activities are things that anyone one at any fitness level can do in some capacity.Send me a DM on the gram @wellwomennetworkAre you subscribed to my podcast? If you're not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don't want you to miss an episode. I'm adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you're not subscribed there's a good chance you'll miss out on those. Click here to subscribe in iTunes!Now if you're feeling the extra love, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they're also fun for me to go in and read and then highlight you on a future episode. Just click here to review , select "Ratings and Reviews" and "Write a Review" and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is.Also, join us on Facebook at our Facebook group here! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

#132 10 Simple Ways To Make Your Lifestyle More Active

Well Women Healthy Lifestyle Podcast, hosted by Certified Nurse Practitioner, Michele Broad, brings a candid, fresh and new perspective to women's health, so that you can be your healthiest self and and live your life to its maximum potential. With new guests and thought provoking topics, we are sure you will be inspired on your personal health journey and will benefit in a big way.

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