Well Considered

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Medical decisions can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re faced with conflicting advice, rushed conversations, and the weight of making the best choice for your family. It’s easy to feel pressured, unsure, or even second-guess yourself—but making informed choices doesn’t have to be confusing or stressful. Welcome to Well Considered—the podcast that brings clarity and confidence to the medical decision-making process. I’m Alexandra, and in each episode, we’ll explore credible and transparent resources to help you move forward with knowledge and confidence—because you deserve to make well-considered medical decisions. Subscribe now for thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and the clarity you need to make the best choices for you and your family.

  1. HACE 1 DÍA

    Ep 58 | Infant Sleep Without the Pressure: A Nurse’s Perspective with Laura Longanecker from Strawberry Moon Sleep

    Sleep is one of the most talked-about (and often most stressful) parts of early parenthood. From rigid schedules to pressure around “good sleepers,” many parents find themselves caught between their instincts and the expectations they’re hearing everywhere else. In this episode of Well Considered, Laura Longanecker, a registered nurse and infant sleep specialist behind Strawberry Moon Sleep, shares a refreshing and grounded perspective about infant sleep. We explore what normal infant sleep actually looks like, why so many families feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice, and how to approach sleep in a way that supports both baby and parent. In this episode, we discuss: What’s biologically normal when it comes to infant sleep Why modern sleep advice can feel so confusing and stressful The difference between supporting sleep and controlling it How feeding, development, and connection all play a role Letting go of unrealistic expectations and outside pressure If you’ve ever felt unsure, overwhelmed, or like you’re “doing it wrong” when it comes to your baby’s sleep, this episode offers a calmer, more compassionate perspective. Resources: https://www.strawberrymoonsleep.com The Nurture Revolution book Safe Sleep 7 Safe Infant Sleep book Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    1 h 7 min

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    Ep 57 | When Nothing Seems to Work: A Real Conversation About Eczema and Finding Answers

    When nothing seems to work with healing your child’s eczema, it’s easy to feel stuck cycling through products, second-guessing your decisions, and wondering what you’re missing. In this episode, we talk with pediatric eczema educator Savannah to explore what might actually be driving eczema beneath the surface. After healing her own children’s eczema, Savannah now helps families look beyond symptoms and consider the full picture of gut health, immune balance, environmental triggers, and lifestyle factors. Together, we unpack why eczema can be so complex, why common approaches don’t always lead to lasting relief, and what it can look like to step out of the overwhelm and start connecting the dots. If you’ve been searching for answers, this episode will help you feel less alone and more equipped for true healing. Resources Connect with Savanah Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/erasingeczema Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erasingeczema Website: https://www.erasingeczema.com Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    59 min

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    Ep 56 | A Thoughtful Conversation About Vasectomies with Elizabeth Parsons

    Vasectomies are often presented as simple, routine, and low-risk. But for many couples, the decision isn’t quite that straightforward. Elizabeth Parsons, a nurse and mother, joins us for a thoughtful, balanced conversation about vasectomies. Together, we explore what the procedure actually involves, why it’s become so widely accepted, and what questions are often left unasked. In this episode, we discuss: What a vasectomy is and what actually happens during the procedure Potential risks, including post-vasectomy pain and reported hormonal changes The difference between documented research and anecdotal experiences How vasectomies may impact overall health, mood, and long-term well-being The importance of shared decision-making within marriage How to approach this conversation with your spouse in a thoughtful, unified way Whether you’re actively considering a vasectomy, supporting a spouse through that decision, or simply want to better understand a procedure that is increasingly common, this conversation offers a deeper perspective. Resources: Elizabeth’s Vasectomy Informational Post Birth Control Inserts Shop Purely Parsons with “JUSTTHEINSERTS” for 10% off Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    38 min

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    Ep 55 | A Realistic Approach to “Non-Toxic” Living with Integrative Doctors and Moms

    “Non-toxic” is everywhere. On labels. In ads. Across social media. And for many people, what started as a desire to make healthier choices has turned into something else entirely. Confusion, overwhelm, and the lingering question: Is this actually helping… or is it just another marketing buzzword? Integrative doctors (and moms) Carly and Rachel of Kale Blossom join us to bring clarity to the conversation around non-toxic living. Together, we explore what toxins really are, why this topic has become so difficult to navigate, and how to approach it in a way that is both grounded and sustainable. In this episode, we discuss: Why “non-toxic” has become so confusing (and how to think through it clearly) The difference between meaningful changes and marketing-driven noise Common sources of everyday toxin exposure and what’s often overlooked Why trying to change everything at once can backfire A realistic, step-by-step approach to reducing exposure over time How to make informed choices without fear, guilt, or overwhelm If you’ve ever felt stuck between wanting to make better choices and not knowing where to start, this conversation will help you move forward with clarity and confidence. Resources: Use "INSERTS" for a free trial of the Nook App Watch To Dye For: The Documentary Search lower toxic products I personally use on the Partner Page Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    45 min

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    Ep 54 | Learning to Live Today While Carrying Medical Fear with Tilly Dillehay

    What does it look like to live faithfully today when tomorrow feels uncertain? Whether it’s a diagnosis, pending test results, chronic symptoms, or simply the weight of “what if,” uncertainty has a way of pulling us out of the present moment. We gather information. We advocate. We prepare. And yet, beneath all of that effort, worry often lingers. Drawing from her book My Dear Hemlock, written as a modern-day Screwtape Letters for women, Tilly Dillehay offers a thoughtful and deeply practical perspective on how fear subtly shapes our days, our habits, and even our faith. Together, we explore: • Why worry feels responsible (but often robs us of today) • How medical uncertainty can reshape identity, expectations, and dreams • The connection between physical exhaustion and spiritual vulnerability • The discipline of gratitude • How community, story, and faith anchor us when outcomes are unclear This is not a conversation about pretending everything is fine. It’s not about minimizing grief or denying real fear. But through the fear, we can learn how to live fully in the present even while carrying unanswered questions. If you’re navigating hard news, waiting for clarity, or simply feeling the weight of uncertainty, this episode will meet you gently and remind you that faithful presence is possible. Resources: “My Dear Hemlock” book https://www.tillydillehay.com Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    46 min

  6. 24 MAR

    Ep 53 | Newborn Care Without the Overwhelm: An RN’s Approach to Postpartum Support with Danielle Crissman

    Bringing a baby home is one of the most sacred moments of parenthood. And, for many families, it’s also one of the most disorienting. You spend months preparing for birth, surrounded by professionals and checklists. And then suddenly, you’re home. The monitors are gone. The nurses are gone. The reassurance is gone. And you’re left wondering, Am I doing this right? In this episode of Well Considered, we sit down with registered nurse and Mothergood founder Danielle Crissman for a thoughtful conversation about newborn care without the overwhelm. Drawing from her experience as a former NICU nurse (and now as a mom herself) Danielle shares what she sees as the biggest gap between hospital discharge and real life at home. Together, we explore: • Why so many new parents lose confidence after leaving the hospital • How conflicting advice (including AI and social media) erodes intuition • The importance of asking “why” in medical decisions • How to build a healthcare team that aligns with your values • What realistic newborn sleep expectations actually look like • How education (not outsourcing) empowers parents • Why community is essential in the fourth trimester If you’re newly postpartum, expecting, or walking alongside someone in the newborn season, this episode will remind you that overwhelm is common but it doesn’t have to define your experience. Resources: https://www.mothergooddfw.com For 15% off all packages, use discount code "INSERTS" at checkout. Take The Vaccine Perspective Spectrum™ quiz (it’s free, no email required to see results). Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    38 min

  7. 17 MAR

    Ep 52 | The Soil Beneath Our Health: What It Means to Be Well Considered About Our Food with Mollie Engelhart

    How much of our health begins beneath our feet? Farmer, author, and chef Mollie Engelhart joins us for a thoughtful conversation about soil health, regenerative farming, and what it really means to be well considered about the food we trust. Together, we explore the connection between the microbiome in our soil and the microbiome in our bodies, why modern agriculture has shifted so dramatically in recent decades, and how everyday choices (even those beyond the grocery store) shape not only personal health, but the future of local farming. In this episode, we discuss: • The relationship between soil health and human health • How regenerative farming reframes the food conversation • Fertility, microbiome diversity, and modern chemical exposure • Supporting small farmers in an era of agrarian decline • Practical ways families can move toward more intentional food choices This conversation moves beyond political talking points and into something deeper: stewardship, discernment, and the humility to admit that perhaps we don’t know as much as we think we do. Resources: Mollie from Sovereignty Ranch “Debunked by Nature” Book Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    49 min

  8. 10 MAR

    Ep 51 | The Science Behind Hypochlorous Acid and Skin Recovery with Justin Gardner

    If you’ve ever stood in the skincare or first-aid aisle wondering why there are so many products, and whether any of them actually do what they claim, this episode is for you. Hypochlorous acid is having a moment. It’s everywhere right now, showing up in wound care, acne treatments, diaper rash solutions, and even high-end cosmetic sprays. It’s often described as “natural,” “non-toxic,” or even miraculous. But here’s the question: Do most people actually understand what it is, and what makes a formulation truly effective? Justin Gardner, founder of Active Skin Repair, joins us to unpack the real science behind hypochlorous acid and skin recovery. Together, we explore: • What hypochlorous acid actually is (and how your body already uses it) • Why pH balance and stabilization matter more than marketing claims • The difference between medical-grade and cosmetic formulations • Why some products on the market may not even contain active levels of the molecule • How to thoughtfully use hypochlorous acid alongside other natural remedies Justin also shares his history working within hospital structures, and provides valuable insight in how medical products are introduced and regulated across our modern healthcare marketplace. Resources: Try Active Skin Repair today with discount code “INSERTS” for 20% off Read the free Motherhood Guide Find a provider with our Pro-Informed Consent Provider Directory Take our free training course Follow on Instagram & X: @JustTheInserts @AlexandraGalaska

    35 min
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Medical decisions can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re faced with conflicting advice, rushed conversations, and the weight of making the best choice for your family. It’s easy to feel pressured, unsure, or even second-guess yourself—but making informed choices doesn’t have to be confusing or stressful. Welcome to Well Considered—the podcast that brings clarity and confidence to the medical decision-making process. I’m Alexandra, and in each episode, we’ll explore credible and transparent resources to help you move forward with knowledge and confidence—because you deserve to make well-considered medical decisions. Subscribe now for thoughtful conversations, expert insights, and the clarity you need to make the best choices for you and your family.

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    Just the Inserts
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
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