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Welcome back to ⁠The Cheeky Been Podcast! Today we welcome my very best friend, Meryl Balcome. Meryl is Chief of Staff at Ally Bank, a former collegiate athlete, wife and an overall badass. On today's episode Meryl joins the show to share her journey within the corporate world and how it is still an incredible place to work, dismantling the myths surrounding marriage counseling, choosing to not have children, and how she supported her father when he came out as a gay man at 60 years old. She is my very best friend and I am so excited to share this conversation with you all.  ⁠Follow Meryl FOLLOW ⁠⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN⁠⁠ FOLLOW ⁠⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠READ THE CHEEKY BEEN BLOG⁠⁠ BUSINESS INQUIRES: [email protected]

We are diving into all of your questions for Marissa and Heidi. From how to "bounce back" after having a baby. What to expect when working out during and after pregnancy. How long a fitness journey truly takes. What supplements Heidi and Marissa recommend. Should you eat more or less calories than you’re expending? How to meet your fitness goals at any age. Why every woman should be doing pelvic floor therapy and what the perfect workout week looks like. We even dive into how many calories and grams of protein you really need, and sneaky ways to burn more calories throughout the day! This is an hour long chat with friends that covers everything from fitness, eating healthy, my personal journey losing weight and more! Be sure to stick around to the end because Heidi and Marissa break down their coveted skincare routine. They share so much good information throughout this episode, you're sure to walk away with multiple tangible tips you can implement into your lifestyle today! FOLLOW ⁠WESTKEPTSECRET⁠ FOLLOW ⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN⁠ FOLLOW ⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN PODCAST⁠ ⁠READ THE CHEEKY BEEN BLOG⁠ BUSINESS INQUIRES: [email protected]

Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! On today's episode I sit down with MARISSA WEST & HEIDI HILLMAN, the ladies behind West Kept Secret. West Kept Secret is where you can find me twice a week as I sweat it out during a high intensity workout. Marissa is the founder and creator of West kept Secret and Marissa, her partner, is her co-owner and master trainer. West kept secret is a group fitness class like no other. It fuses together different workout focuses into one dynamic format.  We are chatting about what it was like starting a group fitness business and securing a physical location for their studio, why West Kept Secret's fitness methods are unlike any other, fitness tips if you're wanting to focus on trouble areas like your lower abdomen, how to balance eating out and sweet treats while still reaching your fitness and health goals and what life as a fitness trainer really looks like!  Be sure to listen to the end.. We are giving away something super exciting! FOLLOW ⁠WESTKEPTSECRET⁠ FOLLOW ⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN⁠ FOLLOW ⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN PODCAST⁠ ⁠READ THE CHEEKY BEEN BLOG⁠ BUSINESS INQUIRES: [email protected]

Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! Today, Vanessa is giving her top tips for how she lost the baby weight. Her biggest tip? Understanding that women who gave birth just performed a miracle and should know that everyone's postpartum journey looks different. From exercise, diet, and sleep - Vanessa shares her journey from right before she got pregnant with baby number 1 to where she's at today. Enjoy! FOLLOW ⁠⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN⁠⁠ FOLLOW ⁠⁠THE CHEEKY BEEN PODCAST⁠⁠ ⁠⁠READ THE CHEEKY BEEN BLOG⁠⁠ ⁠Skinny Taste Cookbook⁠ Business Inquiries: [email protected] 

I am SO excited to bring on one of my longtime friends Brittany Sjogren, the creator of Loverly Grey, to The Cheeky Been Podcast! In this episode, Brittany shares her experience going through IVF to bring her first daughter into the world, raising kids in a digital age, and how she’s built a multi-million dollar business as an influencer.  Loverly Grey, founded by Brittany Sjogren, is a Fashion and Lifestyle blog designed to encourage others to try new things when getting dressed in a way that makes them feel beautiful. The mission at Loverly Grey is to empower others to feel their best while spreading kindness along the way.  Website Instagram Podcast Website Podcast IG Resources mentioned: Moms on Call TCB Ep. 31: Going to Couples Counseling, Marriage After Babies, and Keeping Your Marriage a Priority with Shane Dyer Jenn Boughey’s (Brittany’s Life Coach) Instagram Life with Loverly Podcast Episodes Mentioned: 7. My Personal IVF Journey 22. Pain With a Purpose: Our IVF Journey Part 2 72. How To Get What You Want Out of Life with Life Coach, Jenn Boughey Some key takeaways from this episode include: If you’re going through something like IVF, don’t forget to prioritize self care and your relationship throughout the process. It can be so easy to lose yourself in the long process, so check in with yourself frequently. Ask for help, and let people help you when they offer to. As an overachiever, accepting help can be really hard, but will take so much weight off your shoulders during hard times. Raising kids in a digital age brings unique challenges, and how much you share of your kids online and whether you let them have access to social media is a deeply personal decision.  Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! I’m your host Vanessa Krombeen, the creator behind The Cheeky Been, a lifestyle blog that empowers women to feel their best through fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and motherhood tips. In this show, you will find thought provoking conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands you love and the answers to your most sought after questions.  Connect with Me!  Follow The Cheeky Been Follow The Cheeky Been Podcast The Cheeky Been Blog TikTok YouTube Business Inquiries: [email protected]

Y’all, I am SO excited for the launch of my brand new product line, The Cheeky Been Socks, my newly redesigned and leveled up website, and achieving a huge goal of mine to have my very own product! In this episode, I’m sharing the behind the scenes of how the product line was created, my intention behind empowering all members of the Bad Bitch Club (hint: that includes you!!), and how you can score a free pair! Enter to win a free pair of The Cheeky Been Socks!: Subscribe, rate, and leave a review on Apple Podcasts Send a screenshot of the review to @thecheekybeenpodcast on IG Products mentioned: Shop The Cheeky Been Socks! Use the code “cheeky” at checkout for a lil’ discount! Some key takeaways from my new product line launch recap include: My blog started as a way to marry my psychology background and passion for helping people feel better with my love of fashion and styling. I knew the next big step for me would be creating a product to combine all my passions and my love for my Bad Bitch Club of personal besties. I love the look of my Versace crew socks, but the quality is not great and the price point is inaccessible. I knew I could make a better product that was high quality, would hold up in the washing machine, and be super stylish. We have two sock colors available now (“The Meryl” and “The Kristen” named after two women who inspire me so much!), and we will be launching new colors seasonally! Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! I’m your host Vanessa Krombeen, the creator behind The Cheeky Been, a lifestyle blog that empowers women to feel their best through fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and motherhood tips. In this show, you will find thought provoking conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands you love and the answers to your most sought after questions.  Connect with Me!  Follow The Cheeky Been Follow The Cheeky Been Podcast The Cheeky Been Blog TikTok YouTube Business Inquiries: [email protected]

A bad hair day can seriously tank your confidence even if your outfit and makeup are on point, so in this episode, Brooklyn Decker’s hair stylist Dhiran Mistry is here to share his best tips on haircare, the current haircut trends, and more so your hair stays healthy and flawless.  Plus, Dhiran is sharing how he became a top name in his industry, and his mission of helping kids find confidence in their post-chemo hair with Cut the Chemo. Grab your tissues - this episode gets emotional but will leave you feeling so inspired! Dhiran Mistry is a hairstylist traveling back and forth between Charlotte and NYC, and the owner of The Carriage House salon in Charlotte. He is a dry cutting specialist with over 20 years of experience, and is the founder of the Cut the Chemo movement. Connect with Dhiran + The Carriage House! Dhiran’s Instagram The Carriage House Instagram The Carriage House Website Products mentioned: Rōz Haircare - Stop by The Carriage House to grab their products if you’re local to Charlotte! Some key takeaways from this episode include: Hair is one of the ways that we express our identity and really get to know ourselves. For Dhiran, he was able to explore his creativity and make a reputation for himself at school with daring cuts and fun colors. Scalp health is a super neglected part of overall hair health. Make sure you’re using a high quality sulfate-free shampoo that lifts all that product that builds up on our scalps, and rinse the shampoo extremely thoroughly.  Dhiran’s best career advice is to never give up. Don’t be afraid to work for free, shadow the best in the business, and make a name for yourself through hard work. If you keep showing up, you’ll get to where you wanna go! Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! I’m your host Vanessa Krombeen, the creator behind The Cheeky Been, a lifestyle blog that empowers women to feel their best through fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and motherhood tips. In this show, you will find thought provoking conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands you love and the answers to your most sought after questions.  Connect with Me!  Follow The Cheeky Been Follow The Cheeky Been Podcast The Cheeky Been Blog TikTok YouTube Business Inquiries: [email protected]

You know the old saying that you have to put your own oxygen mask on before you help put on anyone else’s? It’s so hard to apply that once we become mothers. Suddenly we’re the last priority on the list, and we’re left feeling depleted and unfulfilled. In this episode, I’m sharing the ways I’m prioritizing my own self care so I can show up as the best mom, wife, and business owner possible.  Some key takeaways from this episode include: The #1 priority in your life should be you. It might sound taboo to say that anyone comes before your kids or your partner, but if your cup is empty, you can’t show up as the best mom possible.  As moms, we are conditioned to sacrifice, but we need help and we need to protect our boundaries to care for ourselves. Ask for more help from your partner, and don’t feel guilty for doing so. You’re only one person! Take a solo staycation or vacation. Have your partner or a trusted family member take the kids for the weekend so you can enjoy some time alone where no one needs you for anything. Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! I’m your host Vanessa Krombeen, the creator behind The Cheeky Been, a lifestyle blog that empowers women to feel their best through fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and motherhood tips. In this show, you will find thought provoking conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands you love and the answers to your most sought after questions.  Connect with Me!  Follow The Cheeky Been Follow The Cheeky Been Podcast The Cheeky Been Blog TikTok YouTube Business Inquiries: [email protected]

In this episode, we are joined by skincare queen Toska Husted, the Founder of Toska Spa & Facial Bar, and one of the world’s leading experts in facial skincare. Toska has done facials for huge celebrities including the Kardashians, Jennifer Aniston, and Dua Lipa, and she is sharing all her best tips, tricks, and guidance on building the perfect skincare routine, maintaining healthy and glowing skin year-round, and her honest thoughts on botox and fillers! PLUS some super exciting news on Toska’s expanding business! Enter to WIN a P50 and the Future Brightening Touch Serum! Leave a rating and review, and subscribe to The Cheeky Been on Apple Podcasts Screenshot your review and DM it to @thecheekybeenpodcast on IG Follow @thecheekybeenpodcast on IG Follow Toska over at @toska_europeanspa Products mentioned: Toska Spa & Facial Bar Treatments The Brightening Peel add-on is a fave! Remodeling Treatment Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Range Colorscience Sunscreens Biologique Recherche Cleaners L’Eauxygénante Facial Mist Future Brightening Touch Serum Some key takeaways from this episode include: You could have an amazing facial treatment done at a spa, but if you don’t implement a routine at home to maintain the results, your new glow won’t last as long. Ask your facialist about how to maintain it. If you’re super busy and brand new to skincare, Toska swears by a minimum three-step routine of cleansing, exfoliating, and applying SPF and a moisturizer. We spend a lot of time working on facial skincare, but don’t forget your skin covers your entire body! It will always look best when you eat healthy foods and stay hydrated, and be sure to exfoliate and moisturize your whole body as well! Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! I’m your host Vanessa Krombeen, the creator behind The Cheeky Been, a lifestyle blog that empowers women to feel their best through fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and motherhood tips. In this show, you will find thought provoking conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands you love and the answers to your most sought after questions.  Connect with Me!  Follow The Cheeky Been Follow The Cheeky Been Podcast The Cheeky Been Blog TikTok YouTube Business Inquiries: [email protected]

So, full transparency: my husband and I are in marriage counseling… and we love it! In this episode, my best friend and partner in life, Shane Dyer, is on the podcast to share our experience of how our marriage changed after having a baby, how we keep the romance alive, and answering your burning questions! Some key takeaways from this episode include: One big source of conflict for so many couples is division of household and childcare tasks. Clearly define those responsibilities and who is in charge of what, and tweak it over time until the routine works well for both of you. We have to be super intentional about carving out time together. Between our work schedules and kids schedules, if we don’t put a date night or weekend getaway on the calendar, it’s not gonna happen! Sometimes, marriage does require some sacrifices. For me, that’s been going to a football game or two with Shane every year, and for Shane it’s holding down the fort at home so I can go to the gym in the mornings. Welcome to The Cheeky Been Podcast! I’m your host Vanessa Krombeen, the creator behind The Cheeky Been, a lifestyle blog that empowers women to feel their best through fitness, fashion, health and wellness, and motherhood tips. In this show, you will find thought provoking conversations with entrepreneurs, influencers, and brands you love and the answers to your most sought after questions.  Connect with Me!  Follow The Cheeky Been Follow The Cheeky Been Podcast The Cheeky Been Blog TikTok YouTube Business Inquiries: [email protected]