Making Informed Vaccine Decisions as a Parent

Is there something wrong with me? How many more wrong ones until the right one? Am I hard to love? Why is everyone else finding a spouse and not me?  These questions have kept many of us up in the middle of the night as we doubt and worry about never finding love.  Maybe you're not in a season of singleness, but there is another dream you've been waiting and praying for that still hasn't happened (but seems to be happening for everyone else).Or maybe you're facing rejection, broken dreams, or failed relationships and can't understand how God is working.In this episode, Jordan talks with Madison Prewett Trout about finding your worth in God, navigating a season of waiting, and trusting in God amid disappointing or confusing circumstances.Tune in to learn:What to do when you doubt if you're worthy of loveWhat pageants, sororities, and reality TV can teach us about loving yourself and finding your worth in GodHow to love yourself even after experiencing rejection by othersDating red flags to look out forWhy a life partner should compliment you, not complete you.How God uses rejection, failed relationships, broken dreams, unmet expectations, and closed doors for a purposeWant to dig deeper into this episode? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Crunchi (Use THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order)www.theloveeverybodywants.comMadi's book: The Love Everybody Wants   IG: @madiprewMadi's podcast: Stay True 

Do you ever feel like your life is so far from where you thought you would be or where you long to be? Maybe you struggle to be fully present or content in your present moment because you're so focused on the future.Whether it's something as small as not having the time to keep your house clean because you're chasing after little kids, or something as big as longing for a spouse or a child, we often get stuck in our longings and feel disappointed in our circumstances.So how do you press in right now when you're not where you want to be?In this episode, Jordan talks with author Ruth Chou Simons about being present in your life and pressing into God even when your circumstances don't align with your expectations or hopes.Tune in to learn:How the Bible provides a framework for the idea of “now and not yet”Why getting what you're longing for doesn't actually lead to fulfillment (and what does)Practical tips to engage in the season you’re in, even if it’s not where you want to beHow to flip the script on a hard season  The importance of making growth the goal, and leaving the outcome to GodWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Jordan's book: Embrace Your AlmostRuth's book: Now and Not Yet  IG @ruthchousimons  GraceLaced Co

Have you been discouraged in your wellness journey? Maybe you feel like you're putting in a lot of effort, but not seeing the progress you hoped for.Or maybe you feel like there's a million more things you should be doing in your health journey. Perhaps you're so worried about achieving "perfect health" that you're stressed out and haven't been able to rest and enjoy your time (by the way, perfect health doesn't exist).  In a world where there's so much new information all the time - new trends, new studies, and new fad diets - sometimes it's important to go back to the basics and steward your body by focusing on nourishment, rest, and joy instead of trying to keep up with all of the latest biohacks.In this episode, Jordan gives encouragement for your health journey, shares Biblical insights about health, and talks about foundational health practices that helped her get through the stress (and lack of sleep) that comes with having young children.You'll Learn:How foundational health practices can help your body handle stressorsWhat to do when you feel like you're not doing enough for your healthWhy small shifts make a huge differenceThe impact that purpose, joy, and rest have on your healthWhat the Bible teaches us about the foundations of good healthWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Jordan's Holistic Home HandbookEpisode #294: Foundational Health Practices for the Whole Family (Ft. Dr. Michelle Young)Episode #283: How to Nourish Your Body with Real Food (Ft. Annika Duden)Episode #260: How to Support Your Thyroid and Metabolic Health (Ft. Jessica Ash)Episode  #207: How to Restore Your Metabolism (Ft. Kori Meloy and Fallon Danae)Episode #220: Why Minerals Matter for Your Health (Ft. Amanda Montalvo)

What does it mean to reclaim your womanhood in today’s culture?Divisive and politicized, modern feminism and the call to rewrite traditional gender roles and fight for reproductive rights has increasingly become at odds with Biblical values.So how can we take a deeper look at feminism and better understand its roots and messaging? And how does feminism compare to a Biblical view of womanhood?In this episode, Jordan asks the hard questions as she speaks with former feminist leader Justice Kuehl who breaks down the history and the teachings of the feminist movement and helps us understand its implications and how it contrasts with a Biblical view of womanhood.Tune in to learn:How feminist ideas have evolved and how it's shaping our view of womanhood in society todayThe origins of feminismWays a Biblical view of femininity and womanhood differ from feminist ideasHow feminist ideals impact motherhoodHow feminism views men, masculinity, and gender rolesHow girl boss mentality is affecting women and familiesWant to dig deeper? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Crunchi (Use THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order)Justice's book: Feminist to Feminine justicekuehl.com  IG @justicehopekuehl 

Our medical system recommends pap smears as preventative screenings but when a woman wants to have a baby, the medical approach is "Give it a whirl. We'll see what happens."Fertility testing usually isn't done proactively or preventatively. Too often testing is only done once a woman has had multiple miscarriages or prolonged infertility.But what if we took proactive steps to advocate for our health and did some simple tests before getting pregnant or experiencing fertility issues?In this episode, Jordan shares what she wishes she had known before trying to conceive and what tests she would have done before getting pregnant.Tune in to learn:Why testing often isn't done until a woman has experienced multiple miscarriages or infertilityThe value of taking a proactive approach towards fertilityWhat basic tests you can do before starting your fertility journeyThe importance of testing hormones over the course of a cycleHow to request your own labs onlineThe importance of finding the right providerWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:Jordan's Holistic Home HandbookThyroid Disease and Pregnancy Facebook GroupEp #307 Finding Root Causes of InfertilityEp #278 Fertility, Reproductive Immunology, and What I Did Differently In My Successful PregnancyEp #310 The Hardest Lesson I Learned On My Fertility Journey

Broken trust can be painful and cause you to question all your relationships with people and even your relationship with God.Whether a family member betrayed you, someone cheated on you, a leader deceived you, or a friend hurt you, it can be difficult to move forward.You may start to question if it's wise to trust that person again or if you'll be able to discern if someone else is telling you the truth.You may even start to question if you can trust God when you're afraid of what He'll allow next.In this episode, Jordan talks with author Lysa TerKeurst about what trust is made up of, what to do about broken trust, and how to move forward with ourselves, others, and God.Tune in to learn:Why we all experience trust issues with people and with GodWhat trust really is and what it requiresWhy it's tempting to replace trust with controlWhy we sometimes have more faith in our fears coming true than God coming through for usHow to process our doubts and lean into God instead of our fearsWant to dig deeper into this topic? check out these resources mentioned in the episode:IG: @lysaterkeurstLysa's book: I Want To Trust You, But I Don'tCrunchi (Use THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order)

Flat head syndrome affects 40% of babies. And while it's a very common issue, many parents often aren't educated about the problem until their child is diagnosed with it.Pediatricians often tell parents to "just do more tummy time" or are referred for a helmet.But what else can be done to address flat head or torticollis? That's what this episode explores.Jordan talks with occupational therapist Brooke Boruff about simple steps you can take to help prevent and correct flat head syndrome.Whether you're a parent whose child has been diagnosed with flat head or you're expecting and want to know what you can do to prevent this issue, consider this episode your guide.Tune in to learn:What flat head syndrome is and how it's linked to torticollisWhy flat head is so commonRisk factors for developing flat headHow to detect torticollisWhy tummy time is that not enough to correct flat head syndromeHow head shape can affect movement and mobilityWays to help correct head shape before using a helmetWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:IG: @infantinsightsinfantinsights.comBloom MembershipFlat Head Prevention and Correction CourseJordan's Low Tox Toddler Guide

Many women today are trying to juggle a million different things and hold everything together while controlling the outcomes of their circumstances.But when things are outside our control, or circumstances change unexpectedly, we feel overwhelmed and undone.So what would it look like to stop spending our energy trying to control our lives and instead let go and lean into God?In this episode, Jordan talks with author Alyssa Bethke about how trying to do it all is undoing us, and how we can move to a place of surrender, and rest even when life is chaotic.Tune in to learn:Why women try to do it all and how it's ultimately affecting themHow a Christian view of soul care differs from a worldly view of self-careHow to find rest when it seems like everyone needs youHow to shift your perspective from trying to manage outcomes to inviting Jesus into the chaosThe importance of remembering what is and isn't in your controlHow God changes our “what-ifs” to “even-ifs"Want to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:Alyssa's book: When Doing It All is Undoing YouAlyssa's IG: @alyssajoybethkeJordan's Low Tox Toddler Guide

MRIs show that our brains physically change after having kids.As a mom, your brain prioritizes the survival of your kids. It is subconsciously assessing potential scenarios and trying to figure out how to prepare for all the what-ifs.But all these subconscious thoughts can lead to anxiety, fatigue, brain fog, and overwhelm - without us even realizing why.So how can we learn to work with our brains?In this episode, Jordan talks with "America's #1 mom coach" Hannah Keeley about practical changes that can help ease the burden of mom fog and overwhelm.  You'll learn:How your brain changes after having kidsWhat "mom fatigue syndrome" is and why you experience itWhy a lot of programs and techniques don't work for moms and their brainsHow to interrupt the spiraling thoughts that accompany "mom brain"Habits that can help with "mom brain"Tips for how to de-stress when you're feeling overwhelmedWant to dig deeper into this episode? Check out these resources mentioned in the episode:IG: @hannahkeeleymommastery.com/campJordan' Low Tox Toddler Guide

Here's a secret: you don't have to hustle and be a boss babe to accomplish things. And you don't have to be tough and intimidating to succeed.Maybe you think you can't be soft. You believe you have to be tough to succeed and get ahead.Maybe you've been hurt in the past and so you've learned to close yourself off from others.Maybe you've been trying to earn respect from others and be taken seriously and you believe the way to do that is to act intimidating because you see strength and toughness as the same thing.Or perhaps in the stress and busyness of your life, you sometimes act harshly with those around you even though you don't want to.But what would it look like to be a soft woman? To operate from a place of rest and embrace your feminine identity? To be gentle and strong at the same time?In this episode, Jordan talks with Certified Etiquette Consultant and Femininity Coach Amanda Ferguson about femininity, strength, and what it looks like to be a soft woman.Tune in to learn:What it looks like to be a soft womanWhy you don't have to be a girl boss to accomplish thingsHow to embrace a slow and soft approach to successWhat strength really looks likeMicrohabits for godly feminine womenMisconceptions about femininity and how to address themAdvice for overcoming insecurity and identity issuesWant to dig deeper into this topic? Check out these links mentioned in the episode:Episode #124: The Art of Femininity with Amanda FergusonIG: @mrsamandafergusonGet Amanda's book, Feminine Woman Habits, at femininewomanhabits.com/jordandooleyCrunchi (Use THIS LINK for $10 off your first Crunchi order)