Ep. 184: In this solo Q&A, I’m giving you all the IVF updates—what’s working, what’s frustrating, and the little rituals I never expected to care about (yes, Arnold is involved). I’ll share the one wellness rule I swore I’d never follow, why I’m suddenly rethinking caffeine and ice water, and how I’m handling the emotional side of this process. Plus, we need to talk about baby names—because I think I’ve decided, but now I’m second-guessing everything. Let’s chat!

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Topics Discussed

00:00:09 Welcome

00:00:42 Laser hair removal

00:01:12 Why are you avoiding ice cold drinks

00:02:29 Nail color

00:03:17 Progesterone shots during IVF

00:03:57 Bloom Pop

00:05:20 Thoughts on IUI

00:06:24 Baby names

00:07:29 Thoughts on dairy

00:07:59 Benefits of pomegranate juice and seeds

00:08:48 How to avoid stressing during vacation without wellness routine

00:13:20 Intermittent fasting

00:14:23 Was sharing life on social media hard in the beginning?

00:15:49 favorite places in Jackson Hole

00:16:15 Where to go for husband’s birthday in Austin?

00:16:34 Go-to haircare

00:16:55 House decorating updates

00:18:39 Hardest part about IVF

00:19:52 Mari and Greg’s summer plans

00:21:12 How to turn off thoughts and worries before bed

00:21:51 Creatine

00:22:02 Where are the expert guests?

00:22:47 Welsh family

00:26:21 Do you have a stylist?

00:26:37 Lymphatic drainage massage recommendations in L.A

00:27:25 Arnold

00:27:39 Church service

00:27:50 Ghee

00:27:58 Skin update

00:28:22 Sourdough recipe

00:28:50 What did you eat in the beginning of your fitness journey?

00:29:48 Next big purchase

00:30:15 When did you fully dedicate yourself to growing your business? 

00:31:10 Shows or movie recommendations

00:31:43 How to overcome being self conscious and embrace content creation 

00:32:18 Wellness trend you cannot get behind

00:32:25 Favorite travel destinations

00:32:48 Do you ever drink?

00:33:07 Do you recommend the Cocker Spaniel breed?

00:34:21 Are you friendly with your neighbors?