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Wellness After 40

Katie Ewaskiew

29 episodes

6 days ago

As we head into a new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reassess, and set goals that truly matter. In this episode, Charul from Coaching Cubed is back to explore practical tools for evaluating your past year, prioritizing meaningful goals, and creating a roadmap for 2026 that actually works. Charul shares her “elevator” method for checking in with your goals, how to weigh effort versus importance, and strategies to move forward with clarity and confidence. Whether your goals this year f...

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As we head into a new year, it’s the perfect time to reflect, reassess, and set goals that truly matter. In this episode, Charul from Coaching Cubed is back to explore practical tools for evaluating your past year, prioritizing meaningful goals, and creating a roadmap for 2026 that actually works. Charul shares her “elevator” method for checking in with your goals, how to weigh effort versus importance, and strategies to move forward with clarity and confidence. Whether your goals this year f...

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Episodes (20/29)

Wellness After 40

Rest Is a Strategy: Wellness for Overachieving Women Over 40 with Brandi Milford

In this episode, I’m joined by Brandi Milford — leadership and life coach, CEO of Milford Medical Management, and founder of Case Management Mastery — for a powerful conversation about why rest is not a retreat, but a strategy for long-term success. Brandi wears many hats: wife, mom, CEO, coach, and founder of The Rest Spot in Smyrna, a space designed for women to slow down, reset, and reconnect with themselves. With over 25 years in catastrophic and workers’ compensation case management, Bra...

1 week ago

39 minutes

Wellness After 40

What’s Actually Happening to Your Hair in Midlife? With Christine McMillan

Midlife brings changes we notice everywhere—including our hair. In this episode, I’m talking with Christine McMillan, a trichologist—a specialist in hair and scalp health—about the shifts many of us see as we age. We cover common concerns and questions like: Why your hair may feel thinner, drier, or more brittleShedding that seems sudden or unexplainedChanges in texture, shine, or volumeSigns that something deeper may be going on with your hairHow stress, hormones, and lifestyle can affect ha...

2 weeks ago

42 minutes

Wellness After 40

Understanding Pelvic Health: Real Talk for Midlife with Dr.Jackie Crowell

In this episode, we’re having a real, candid conversation with Dr. Jackie Crowell about the changes that come with midlife and what your body is trying to tell you. Jackie, a licensed physical therapist and founder of Progressive Pelvis Physical Therapy, shares her expertise in pelvic health, orthopedics, and chronic pain, helping women in their 40s understand and support their bodies. In this episode, we cover: What the pelvic floor does and why it matters beyond postpartum recoveryCommon ch...

1 month ago

42 minutes

Wellness After 40

The Truth About Social Security (and Why It Matters in Your 40s)

Social Security might sound like something to worry about “later,” but your 40s are actually the time to start paying attention. Angela from Social Security Made Simple (@socialsecuritymadesimple) joins me to unpack how benefits really work, what mistakes to avoid, and why understanding it now can save you major stress—and money—down the road. From self-employed tips to what your old W-2s can tell you, this is your crash course in planning smarter for the future you want. And if you’re helpi...

1 month ago

38 minutes

Wellness After 40

How to Design a Life You Love (Inspired by Debbie Millman)

Feeling stuck or like life is just happening to you? It doesn’t have to be that way. Inspired by Debbie Millman’s “How to Design Your Life,” this episode gives you a clear, actionable framework to start creating the future you really want. Learn how to: Ask the right questions to uncover your dream lifeMake choices that actually shift your trajectoryStop focusing on what’s probable and start imagining what’s possibleTake concrete steps to bring your vision to lifeAvoid the one mistake that ca...

1 month ago

21 minutes

Wellness After 40

Future-Proof Your Life: A Midlife Conversation with Betsy Burgess

Life insurance might not sound like a fun topic — but today’s guest, Betsy Burgess from Georgia Farm Bureau, somehow makes it just that! Betsy has a way of turning “adulting” into something approachable, empowering, and even a little bit funny. In this episode, we dive into how our relationship with life insurance changes in midlife, the biggest myths women over 40 believe about planning for the future, and why it’s never too late to start. Betsy shares how having the right coverage (and a wi...

1 month ago

43 minutes

Wellness After 40

Parenting Teens After 40: Building Relationships That Last with Kirsten Cobabe

Parenting during midlife comes with unique challenges—especially when our kids hit the teen years. How do we support them through their growing pains while also honoring our own boundaries and well-being? On this episode of Wellness After 40, we’re looking at how parenting fits into our larger journey of creating healthy, connected relationships in midlife. I’m joined by Kirsten Cobabe—known as the “teen whisperer”—who has spent over two decades helping families build trust, connection, and r...

2 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

Wellness After 40

Season One Recap + What’s Ahead for Wellness After 40

Hi friends! Can you believe Season One is already wrapped? When I started Wellness After 40, I dreamed of creating a space where we could talk honestly about what it means to thrive in midlife. Together we’ve explored everything from manifestation and brain science, to fashion and fitness, to gut health, perimenopause, stress managment, and even beauty myths. We’ve heard from experts, coaches, and inspiring people in their 40s who are truly living their best lives. In this episode, I’m sharin...

2 months ago

50 minutes

Wellness After 40

Ep 20 :Makeup, Skincare and Confidence After 40 with Brooke Buettner

Our 40s bring new challenges — and opportunities — when it comes to beauty and skincare. In this episode, we dive into how our skin changes with age, the must-have ingredients worth investing in, and how to use makeup to enhance your natural features without feeling heavy or overdone. Brooke Buettner, Sephora manager and skincare expert, shares her insider tips on: Updating your skincare routine for your 40s and beyondCommon makeup mistakes (and easy fixes)Lifestyle habits that truly impact h...

3 months ago

50 minutes

Wellness After 40

Ep: 19 Perimenopause Demystified: Straight Answers with Dr. Jackie Piasta

Perimenopause can feel confusing and overwhelming! Knowing what’s normal, what’s not, and when should you seek help can be difficult. In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Jackie Piasta, a nationally recognized expert in women’s health, to get clear answers about this pivotal phase of life. We cover the early signs of perimenopause, common symptoms that are often dismissed, when to see a provider, and the latest treatment options from hormone therapy to lifestyle changes. Dr. Piasta also share...

3 months ago

58 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 18: Aging Well Starts with Mobility – A Conversation with PT Michele Pond

What if the secret to aging well wasn’t just more exercise—but smarter movement? In this episode of Wellness After 40, I’m joined by physical therapist, strength coach, and yoga teacher Michele Pond, founder of PhysioOne Physical Therapy & Wellness. With over 25 years of experience, Michele shares her insights on how to stay strong, mobile, and pain-free as we age—without relying on generic routines or waiting until you're injured to get help. We cover: The #1 mistake people make about mo...

4 months ago

51 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 17: Resilience, Radiance & Reinvention: Aging Well with Megan Armstrong

In this episode, I sit down with Megan Armstrong—fitness coach, skincare expert, and host of the 6 Feet Above podcast—for a powerful, honest conversation about what it really means to age well. From redefining wellness in your 40s to navigating seasons of change with grit and grace, Meg brings a refreshing mix of wisdom, warmth, and no-BS realness!! We talk about how her career evolved from fitness to skincare to podcasting, and how she stays grounded through it all. Meg opens up about what a...

4 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 16: Reclaiming Power in Midlife: How to Audit Your Life and Start Fresh

Feeling stuck, invisible, or like aging is pulling you down? This episode is your reminder that midlife isn’t a dead end—it’s a powerful new beginning. Our guest is Terry Tateossian, founder of THOR Wellness and The House of Rose—a transformative space created to help women feel strong, seen, and empowered at every life stage. At 42, Terry started a profound personal transformation; today, she's a certified hormone specialist, strength coach, and mentor helping women reclaim energy and confid...

5 months ago

45 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 15: Supporting Hormones Naturally: Perimenopause & the Power of Plant-Based Wellness with Ladywell Founder Ashley Rocha

Tired, moody, or not sleeping well? It might be perimenopause—not just aging. In this episode, I talk with Ashley Rocha, founder of Ladywell, about the silent epidemic of hormonal imbalance and how it’s impacting women in their 40s and beyond. We break down what every woman needs to know about perimenopause, hormone health, and what to do when you feel “off”—from fatigue and mood swings to irregular cycles and poor sleep. Ashley shares the science behind Ladywell’s approach, what supplements...

5 months ago

35 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 14: Why Trying New Things Gets Harder After 40 — And Why You Should Do It Anyway

Have you ever felt like it’s too late to start something new? Or wondered why the idea of trying something different feels scarier now than it did in your 20s? In this episode of Wellness After 40, we dive into what’s really going on in your brain as you age—and why pushing past fear, embarrassment, and self-doubt is not just possible, but necessary for your mental and emotional well-being. From neuroscience to psychology to an unforgettable story of a man who intentionally got rejected for 1...

6 months ago

17 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 13: Gut Health After 40 – What Every Woman Needs to Know a chat with Jillian Smith RD

In this episode of Wellness After 40, we dive deep into the world of gut health with registered dietitian Jillian Smith with GutPersonal. From everyday issues like bloating, stomach aches, and heartburn to more surprising connections like hormone imbalances, mood swings, and sleep disturbances—your gut could be at the root of it all. We talk about: Why symptoms aren’t always caused by food sensitivitiesHormones and gut healthThe role of gut irritation and how to begin healingMyths about...

6 months ago

47 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 12: What Does Pilates Have to Do with Menopause? A Conversation with Amanda Curd

What does Pilates have to do with menopause? In this energizing and insightful episode of Wellness After 40, I sit down with Amanda Curd, also known as the Menopause Movement Maven, to unpack exactly that—and so much more. Amanda blends over 25 years of experience in physical therapy with Pilates, nutrition, and a whole lot of heart to help women over 50 move through midlife with strength, confidence, and humor. We dive into the real talk on hormones, hot flashes, hamstring tightness, and how...

7 months ago

44 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 11: Your Best Skin Starts Within: A Holistic Approach with Samantha Shepherd of Derma Darling

In this episode, I sit down with Samantha Shepherd, nurse practitioner and owner/aesthetician of Derma Darling, to talk all things holistic skin care. Samantha brings a refreshing, science-rooted perspective on how to achieve your best skin—not just through products and procedures, but by looking at the full picture: hormones, lifestyle, stress, and sustainability. As a woman in her 40s and a trusted voice in medical aesthetics, Samantha shares practical, attainable advice for anyone wanting ...

7 months ago

49 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 10: Life Lessons with Coach Charul Patel

Feeling stuck, stagnant, or just unsure of your next step? In this inspiring episode of Wellness After 40, I sit down with certified life coach Charul Patel, founder of Coaching Cubed, to explore how life coaching can empower us—especially in our 40s and beyond. We break down the difference between life coaching and therapy, discuss when (and why) you might want to work with a coach, and talk through how coaching can support clarity, confidence, and balance during midlife transitions. Charul ...

8 months ago

52 minutes

Wellness After 40

Episode 9: Pivoting with Purpose with Elsie Brotherton

In this episode, we sit down with Elsie Brotherton, an attorney-turned-fitness entrepreneur, to talk about her inspiring journey from law to wellness. How do we know when and how to pivot as we navigate aging? Elsie gives us her insight and shares the story behind founding Highland Yoga, growing it into a multi-location brand, and launching Training Collective, a luxury personal training gym in Atlanta’s Inman Park. She offers valuable advice on pivoting careers, balancing family, entrepreneu...

8 months ago

46 minutes