What She's Having | Midlife Women, Wellness & Reinvention

Britney Semler and Jennifer Cataldo
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What She's Having is the unapologetically fabulous podcast for women who know that life doesn't slow down after 40 — it gets better. Hosted by best friends, moms, and serial fun-havers Britney Semler and Jennifer Cataldo, this show is your weekly dose of real talk, high style, and insider secrets to living your best life — mind, body, and soul. From luxury travel and beauty hacks to wellness tips that actually work, Britney and Jennifer have been the guinea pigs so you don't have to be. If you're looking for timeless style, your next travel obsession or, just a seat at a table full of warm witty friendship, you are in the right place. Come for the fashion, stay for the friendship. Because the second half? It's the better half. Follow @OfficialWhatShesHaving on Instagram, TikTok & Facebook. Be sure to watch on YouTube, and get ready to want… What She's Having!

  1. 5d ago

    Over 20 Years in Beauty: Beauty Editor Elise Tabin on the Products, Procedures & Trends Worth It

    What if the secret to looking your best after 40 isn't doing more—but knowing what's actually worth doing? This week on What She's Having, Britney Semler and Jennifer Cataldo sit down with award-winning beauty journalist, editor, and expert Elise Tabin for an unfiltered conversation about skincare, hair loss, cosmetic treatments, plastic surgery, beauty trends, and what really works as we age. After more than 20 years covering the beauty industry, Elise has tested countless products and treatments and interviewed leading dermatologists and plastic surgeons. She shares what has earned a permanent place in her routine—and what she thinks women can skip. Elise also opens up about her decision to get a facelift, why she has stopped doing certain energy-based treatments ahead of surgery, and why she believes beauty is moving into an "undetectable era" where the goal is to look refreshed, natural and like yourself—not obviously "done." In this episode: The skincare products Elise believes are actually worth the investment Why you probably don't need a 10- or 14-step skincare routine The simple skincare essentials she comes back to Why sunscreen and retinol remain at the top of her list Why Elise believes K-beauty is ahead of the U.S. beauty market Her favorite beauty products after 40 The beauty treatments she thinks can make a difference Why Elise is getting a facelift—and how she chose her surgeon Her thoughts on Botox, Sculptra and skin-tightening treatments The one cosmetic procedure she says she would never do: threads Hair loss in midlife and the options women are talking about, including PRP, minoxidil, red light and topical serums Under-eye aging, hydration and the treatments Elise has personally tried Her concerns about overdoing aggressive treatments Why regular facials remain one of her beauty staples The rise of natural-looking, "undetectable" cosmetic work How Elise's definition of beauty has changed after two decades in the industry And after trying just about everything, Elise's biggest takeaway may be the simplest: you don't need to do it all. For Elise, beauty today is less about chasing perfection and more about knowing yourself, taking care of yourself, and feeling comfortable in your own skin. ABOUT ELISE TABIN Elise Minton Tabin is an award-winning beauty journalist, editor and beauty expert with more than 20 years of experience. She began her career in public relations before moving into editorial and eventually becoming Executive Beauty Editor at NewBeauty, where she covered beauty, plastic surgery, anti-aging, health and wellness. Her work has appeared in outlets including Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, InStyle, NewBeauty, Harper's Bazaar, Byrdie, and The Zoe Report. CONNECT WITH ELISE Instagram: @elisetabin Website: elisetabin.com Email: elise@elisetabin.com The products, procedures and treatments discussed in this episode reflect the guest's personal experiences and opinions and are for informational purposes only. Consult an appropriate qualified professional regarding treatments or medical concerns.

  2. Sep 23

    She Reinvented the Lash Industry: Sahara Lotti on Building Lashify, Fighting Copycats & Trusting Your Instincts

    They Called Her Crazy—Then She Built a $400M Beauty Business: Sahara Lotti of Lashify What happens when you see a problem no one else is solving—and decide to invent the solution yourself? This week, Jennifer and Britney sit down with Sahara Lotti, founder, CEO and inventor behind Lashify, the beauty brand that changed the at-home lash game with its patented underlash system. Sahara's story goes far beyond lashes. She opens up about growing up as an Iranian immigrant who desperately wanted to fit in, finding her way through acting and screenwriting before entrepreneurship, and ultimately turning a personal beauty frustration into an entirely new product category. And she does not hold back. Sahara takes us inside the realities of building Lashify from the ground up—from making early prototypes herself and teaching herself nearly every part of the business to navigating patents, copycats and costly legal battles to protect what she created. She also shares why being underestimated no longer bothers her, why women need to understand their own strengths, and why sometimes you have to be willing to "lean into the villain." Plus, Jennifer and Britney—both longtime Lashify devotees—get Sahara to break down exactly how she applies her lashes, how to make them last and what's coming next from the serial inventor. But one of the most powerful moments comes at the end, when Sahara reflects on the years she spent worrying that she wasn't where she was "supposed" to be. Looking back, she can now see how every seemingly unrelated chapter helped lead her exactly where she needed to go. IN THIS EPISODE: • How Sahara invented the Lashify system • Growing up Iranian in America and wanting to fit in • Why her background in screenwriting helped shape her approach to invention • Building Lashify without traditional venture capital • Why founders should understand every part of their business • Sahara's approach to patents, intellectual property and protecting an invention • What dealing with copycats taught her about business • Why Sahara decided to embrace being called "crazy" • Knowing your strengths instead of trying to be everything • Beauty, confidence and getting older CONNECT WITH SAHARA + LASHIFY Sahara Lotti on Instagram: @saharalotti Lashify on Instagram: @lashify Shop + Learn More: Lashify.com WHAT SHE'S HAVING Follow @officialwhatsheshaving on Instagram + TikTok Watch on YouTube: @whatsheshaving Visit: whatsheshavingpodcast.com New episodes every Wednesday. OUR SPONSORS LASHIFY Ready to try the lashes Jennifer and Britney can't stop talking about? Use code SHESHAVING30 for 30% off your entire online one-time-purchase order at Lashify. No minimum purchase. One use per customer. Cannot be combined with other discounts. Offer valid through October 31, 2026. BRAZILIAN BLOWOUT Use code WHATSHES15 for your What She's Having offer. FLINTTS MINTS The mints Jennifer and Britney use while filming to help combat dry mouth. Use code WHATSHESHAVING for 15% off through the end of September 2026. FIREFLY RECOVERY Use code WHATSHES15. BODYBIO Use code WHATSHESHAVING for 20% off. LEAF & FLOWER Use code WHATSHES15. NAJEAU Use code WHATSHESHAVING20.

  3. Sep 16

    Built to Begin Again: Devin Semler on Success, Failure & the Drive for What's Next

    Built to Begin Again: Devin Semler on Success, Failure & the Drive for What's Next What does it take to keep building—even after the setbacks? This week, Jennifer and Britney sit down with someone especially close to the podcast: Britney's husband, entrepreneur Devin Semler. From helping build Brazilian Blowout into a cultural phenomenon to launching Leaf & Flower, navigating major business setbacks, and eventually trading beauty for beef with Semler Cattle Company, Devin has spent his life chasing ideas, taking risks, and figuring out when it's time to pivot. He opens up about the wins, the failures that taught him the most, and why his word for 2026 is PIVOT. Devin also shares what decades of entrepreneurship have taught him about choosing the right people, knowing when something isn't working, and refusing to let one chapter define what comes next. But the conversation gets even more personal as Britney and Devin look back on nearly 30 years together—from their "friends with benefits" era and Britney essentially moving herself into his house to building businesses and raising a family together. And underneath all the businesses, brands and big ideas, Devin is clear about the one thing that matters most: his legacy is his kids. In this episode: Where Devin's relentless drive comes from The unexpected beginnings of Britney and Devin's relationship How a struggling Sunset Boulevard salon led to Brazilian Blowout The moment they realized Brazilian Blowout could become something huge Building a company while learning everything in real time Navigating controversy, setbacks and difficult business chapters Why Devin's word of the year is PIVOT Why failure has taught him more than success The story behind Leaf & Flower Going from the beauty industry to raising full-blood Japanese Wagyu cattle Building Semler Cattle Company and a community around the ranch The importance—and danger—of mixing friendship with business What decades together have taught Britney and Devin about marriage Devin's approach to raising independent, grounded kids Why fatherhood, not business, is the legacy he cares about most And, naturally, a few stories Britney may have preferred he kept off the podcast TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Meet Devin Semler: entrepreneur, husband, father & lifelong doer 01:13 Where does Devin's drive come from? 02:29 Growing up on a ranch, one of nine kids & learning from his father 05:48 The grandfather who became one of Devin's greatest mentors 06:57 The story behind Brazilian Blowout 08:46 How Britney & Devin met—and their nearly 30-year history 10:04 Did Britney basically move herself in? 12:22 Opening a salon at the Sunset Tower Hotel 13:21 Britney comes up with the name "Brazilian Blowout" 14:31 Taking Brazilian Blowout on the road 15:02 The roadshows that changed everything 16:10 Scaling a business while figuring it out in real time 18:01 Building a team that stayed for decades 20:02 Devin's philosophy on leadership 20:34 Brazilian Blowout's most difficult chapter 23:21 Why they created Leaf & Flower 24:35 Devin's word for 2026: PIVOT 28:05 What failure taught Devin about knowing when to change ~31:00 From beauty entrepreneur to cattle rancher ~34:00 Building Semler Cattle Company & raising Japanese Wagyu ~37:00 Why ranch life became so important to Devin and his family ~40:00 Turning the farm into a community ~45:00 Entrepreneurship, relationships & knowing who to trust ~50:00 Working with Britney and navigating business as a couple ~57:00 The realities—and hilarious moments—of raising kids on the ranch 1:00:22 What does Devin want his kids to remember about him? 1:00:54 "My legacy is my kids" 1:05:42 Devin on Britney as a wife, mother & partner 1:07:39 Why Devin says his family "hit the lottery" 1:08:03 Britney and Devin close out the episode 1:08:52 One final very What She's Having moment SPONSORS + DISCOUNT CODES Follow Devin and learn more about his businesses: Brazilian Blowout The iconic professional smoothing treatment that became a global beauty phenomenon. 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  4. Sep 9

    Could Your Home Be Making You Sick? Michael Rubino on Mold, Air Quality & Hidden Toxins

    What if the source of your brain fog, fatigue, headaches, or simply not feeling your best isn't just what's happening inside your body—but what's happening inside your home? This week on What She's Having, Jennifer and Britney sit down with mold and indoor air quality expert Michael Rubino, founder of HomeCleanse and author of the upcoming The Mold Method: Why Some Homes Make People Sick and How to Fix Them, for an eye-opening conversation about what may be hiding in the air we breathe every day. Michael explains why a beautiful, spotless home can still have environmental issues hiding behind the walls, inside the HVAC system, or beneath materials affected by past water damage. He walks Jennifer and Britney through the places he looks first when evaluating a home, why fixing a leak doesn't necessarily mean you've fixed the underlying problem, and why dust may tell you more about your home's environment than a traditional air test. They also get into VOCs from paint and flooring, choosing the right air filtration, humidity, new construction, insurance coverage, and what homeowners should know after fires and other environmental disasters. For women in midlife, the conversation is particularly thought-provoking. Jennifer and Britney discuss how easy it can be to attribute brain fog, fatigue and body aches to aging or menopause without considering whether the environment you're spending most of your time in could also be contributing. Michael also shares what people rebuilding or returning home after the Malibu and Palisades fires should consider testing for—including ash, soot, VOCs and heavy metals—and why advocating for the health of your home matters. Because we spend so much time thinking about what we eat, the supplements we take and what we put on our skin. Maybe it's time we start paying just as much attention to what we're breathing. In This Episode The hidden places mold can grow in your home Why Michael calls the HVAC system the "lungs of the home" Water damage and why fixing the leak may not fix the problem Mold exposure and symptoms people may overlook Why midlife symptoms can make environmental issues harder to recognize The difference between traditional air testing and dust testing VOCs from paint, flooring, adhesives and construction materials What to look for when buying an air purifier Humidity, dehumidifiers and preventing mold growth What homeowners should know about mold coverage and insurance Testing your home before buying it Environmental concerns following the Malibu and Palisades fires What to consider if you live near a golf course Why Michael believes the air we breathe deserves more attention in the wellness conversation Special Offer:  The Dust Test — 20% Off Want to know what may be hiding in the dust inside your home? Michael recommends The Dust Test, an at-home screening tool designed to help identify mold in your environment. Visit HomeCleanse.com and use code WSH20 for 20% off The Dust Test. About Michael Rubino Michael Rubino is a mold and indoor air quality expert and the founder of HomeCleanse, a company focused on helping people identify and address environmental issues within their homes. His work centers on mold remediation, indoor air quality and creating healthier living environments. Michael is also the founder of Mold U, an educational resource focused on mold and water-damage issues in schools, and host of the Never Been Sicker podcast. Michael's Upcoming Book The Mold Method: Why Some Homes Make People Sick and How to Fix Them In his upcoming book, Michael explores the connection between our homes and our health and provides guidance for identifying and addressing mold and environmental issues within the home. Connect With Michael Rubino Michael Rubino — themichaelrubino.com HomeCleanse — homecleanse.com The Dust Test — thedusttest.com Mold U — moldu.org Instagram — @themichaelrubino HomeCleanse on Instagram — @homecleanse Sponsors: 🌿 Firefly Recovery Use code WHATSHES15 for 15% OFF 🧬 BodyBio Use code WHATSHESHAVING for 20% OFF 💚 Leaf & Flower Use code WHATSHES15 for 15% OFF ✨ Najeau Use code WHATSHESHAVING20 for 20% OFF

  5. Sep 2

    ENCORE: Caroline Stanbury — Why Your Best Life Can Start After 40

    ENCORE PRESENTATION One of our most talked-about conversations is back. Caroline Stanbury joins us for an unapologetic conversation about reinvention, relationships, success, aging and why life after 40 may be the best chapter yet. Caroline joins Jennifer and Britney for an unfiltered conversation about what happens when you stop living according to everyone else's expectations and start building a life that actually feels like yours. From building businesses and experiencing failure to divorce, remarriage, motherhood, moving to Dubai, reality television and creating an entirely new chapter after 40, Caroline gets candid about the choices that shaped the woman she is today. We talk about why starting over doesn't have an expiration date, what she learned from losing control of a business she built, her marriage to Sergio, the reality behind fame and The Real Housewives of Dubai, her women's retreats, beauty and aging—and why caring less about what other people think may be one of the most freeing things a woman can do. In this episode: Why reinvention after 40 can be your most exciting chapter Starting over after divorce Caroline's biggest lessons from business failure Why she chose Dubai—and the opportunities she sees there Marriage and doing relationships differently the second time around Fear, procrastination and taking action before you feel ready The reality of fame and reality television Motherhood and protecting her children's privacy Beauty, aging, lasers and Caroline's personal routine What she's building next Caroline continues to host Uncut and Uncensored with Caroline Stanbury, which remains active with new weekly episodes. Timestamps 00:00 – Meet Caroline Stanbury 01:00 – Supporting women & being misunderstood 03:00 – Handling criticism and public perception 04:40 – Launching Stanbury Retreats 06:00 – Divorce, reinvention & $50M real estate 07:00 – Inside Caroline's women's retreats 10:00 – Business failure, investors & losing control 12:00 – Moving to Dubai and finding opportunity 14:00 – Why you're never too old to reinvent yourself 15:30 – Creating a fun, nontraditional life 17:00 – Fear, procrastination & finally taking action 18:00 – Marriage then vs. marriage now with Sergio 20:00 – Building an island life & what's next 23:00 – Fame in Dubai vs. the United States 25:00 – Opening a hair salon & unexpected success 27:00 – The Traitors and reality television 30:00 – Housewives, friendships & behind-the-scenes reality 33:00 – Kids, privacy & social media 35:00 – Caroline's next chapter: resorts & retreats 44:00 – What fame actually gives you 46:00 – Why Caroline is over the "glamorous" lifestyle 49:00 – Beauty, lasers, aging & skincare 52:00 – Rapid-fire questions 54:00 – What Caroline Stanbury is having Caroline Stanbury — Contact + Links Instagram: @carolinestanbury Collaboration email: info@carolinestanbury.com — publicly listed for collaborations. Podcast: Uncut and Uncensored with Caroline Stanbury Retreats: Stanbury Retreats Caroline's links: Caroline Stanbury

  6. Aug 26

    Summer Recap

    Britney and Jennifer are back together for a much-needed summer debrief — and there is a lot to unpack. From milestone birthdays and European adventures to questionable hotel rooms, family travel chaos, tequila shots, water fasts, and the realities of watching your kids grow up, this episode is an honest (and very funny) catch-up after a summer spent in very different seasons of life. Britney takes us inside her 50th birthday celebration in Prague — including late nights, 400+ tequila shots and the now-infamous jump into the chateau pond — while Jennifer shares why she will absolutely leave a beautiful hotel if the room doesn't feel right. They also get real about motherhood, letting go as children get older, making the most of the summers you still have together, and how friendships evolve when your day-to-day lives start moving in different directions. The episode closes on a more emotional note as Jennifer rereads the speech she gave at Britney's 50th birthday — reflecting on nearly a decade of friendship, family milestones, loss, reinvention, travel, laughter and the kind of friendship that can survive every season of life. Because the second half really can be the better half — especially when you get to do it together. In this episode: Why traveling hits differently as you get older Motherhood and letting go as your children grow up Britney's unforgettable 50th birthday in Prague The story behind 400+ tequila shots Why Jennifer refused to stay at a Paris hotel The realities of traveling internationally with a large family Water fasting, food noise and the fasting-mimicking diet Why adult friendships don't have to revolve around husbands or kids Maintaining a close friendship while living very different lives Jennifer's emotional 50th birthday tribute to Britney Why the second half of life may just be the best one yet *]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:e98deaa7-507f-46cb-b1c4-94caa37a47c7-3" data-turn-id-container= "request-WEB:e98deaa7-507f-46cb-b1c4-94caa37a47c7-3" data-testid= "conversation-turn-2" data-turn="assistant"> Timestamps 00:00 — The summer debrief begins 01:17 — Why home feels better after weeks of traveling 02:14 — Jennifer's sons moving to New York 03:21 — "We only have five summers left" — parenting as kids grow up 05:13 — Letting go when your adult children leave home 07:42 — Sleepaway camp, independence & missing your kids 10:25 — What happens when the child who runs the house goes to camp 11:15 — John's three-day water fast & food noise 14:49 — The five-day fasting-mimicking diet 16:24 — Britney's 50th birthday in Prague 17:54 — Staying up until 5 AM, shots & partying at 50 18:59 — The bill for 400+ tequila shots 20:39 — The infamous Prague pond jump 21:33 — Why Jennifer refuses to be thrown into a pool 24:48 — Sponsor break 26:37 — Jennifer and John's habit of changing hotel rooms 27:27 — The Prague hotel-room prank 29:42 — Jennifer's disastrous Paris hotel experience 31:40 — "It hurt my soul" — when a hotel is visually unbearable 33:15 — Britney's massive family trip through Scotland & Iceland 36:16 — Seven hotels in 12 days with a family of five 37:53 — An unforgettable Scottish castle experience 39:01 — Hotel laundry, packing & why two stops are enough 40:30 — Traveling Europe with kids and connecting rooms 43:15 — Jennifer rereads her speech from Britney's 50th 44:10 — Nearly a decade of friendship, family & major life moments 46:18 — Supporting each other through loss and health scares 47:23 — "The second half is the better half" 47:34 — Staying close while living very different lives 49:15 — Why their friendship works beyond husbands and kids 51:31 — A friendship that feels like a past-life connection 53:26 — What's next for Britney & Jennifer 53:53 — Rate, review & subscribe 54:10 — Sponsor message Sponsor Information Leaf & Flower Plant-based, THC-free CBD hair and scalp care designed to support stronger, healthier-looking hair. Britney highlights the Phyto-Molecular Oil, while both hosts love the Tame & Fix Flyaway Stick. Code: WHATSHES15 Offer: 15% off BodyBio Science-backed supplements designed to support cellular health, energy and overall wellness. The episode specifically mentions support for concerns such as brain fog and low energy. Code: WHATSHESHAVING Offer: 20% off Najeau The Najeau Scalp Oil Cleanser is highlighted for removing buildup while nourishing and hydrating the scalp to support healthier-looking hair. Code: WHATSHESHAVING20 Offer: 20% off your entire order   _:empty]:hidden">

  7. Aug 19

    Why Some Facelifts Look Natural — and Others Don't with Dr. Ben Talei

    What actually makes a facelift look natural? When is the right time to consider one? And could some of the treatments we're using to prevent aging actually be making us look older? This week, Jennifer and Britney sit down with Dr. Ben Talei, dual board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the doctor behind their own facelifts, for an unfiltered conversation about what really happens to our faces as we age. Dr. Talei explains why his goal isn't to make someone look different, but to restore the facial structure, volume and character they had when they were younger. He also takes us inside his approach to Denise Richards' facial rejuvenation and why her results resonated with so many people. Jennifer and Britney get candid about having their facelifts together, the emotional reality of recovery, the procedures they almost skipped, their lip lifts, Botox, filler regret—and why they're already asking Dr. Talei what they can do next. They also put some of today's biggest beauty treatments under the microscope. Dr. Talei shares his perspective on fillers, lasers, Morpheus, radiofrequency, threads, Sculptra, Botox, fat grafting and what he believes is actually worth doing after 40. In this episode: Why some facelifts look natural while others look "done" What Dr. Talei says made Denise Richards' results different How facial volume loss changes the way we age Jennifer & Britney's real facelift and recovery experience How long facelift results can last When it may actually be time to consider a facelift Why Dr. Talei sometimes tells patients no Filler fatigue and the return to more natural-looking lips The difference between filler and a surgical lip lift The story behind Dr. Talei's Cupid Lift® Botox after a facelift and the areas Dr. Talei focuses on Why more treatments aren't necessarily better Lasers vs. radiofrequency—and why the treatment needs to match the problem Morpheus, Matrix, Profound, Sculptra and threads What younger women should know before starting aggressive aesthetic treatments What Dr. Talei considers simple maintenance after 40 Jennifer & Britney ask the ultimate question: "What can we do next?" This is an honest conversation about aging, surgery and aesthetics—and why looking younger doesn't have to mean looking like someone else. Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding your individual health and treatment options. Dr. Ben Talei — Contact Information Dr. Talei is a dual board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose practice focuses exclusively on the face. His official bio lists specialties including deep-plane facial rejuvenation, facelifting and minimally invasive rhinoplasty. He's also the originator of the deep-plane upper lip lift that became the basis of the Cupid Lift®. Beverly Hills Center for Plastic & Laser Surgery Dr. Ben Talei — Official Website Instagram: @drbentalei Cupid Lips® Cupid Lips Official Website Cupid Lips on Sunset: 8648 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, CA 90069 Phone: (424) 667-0036 Email: info@cupid-lips.com Follow What She's Having: Instagram: @officialwhatsheshaving YouTube: @whatsheshaving Website: https://whatsheshavingpodcast.com Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Sponsors: 🌿 Firefly Recovery Use code WHATSHES15 for 15% OFF 🧬 BodyBio Use code WHATSHESHAVING for 20% OFF 💚 Leaf & Flower Use code WHATSHES15 for 15% OFF ✨ Najeau Use code WHATSHESHAVING20 for 20% OFF

  8. Aug 12

    Forget Best Friend Bracelets. We Got Best Friend Facelifts.

    Jennifer and Britney are getting completely candid about their facelifts — and they're not leaving out the messy parts. Four years after undergoing deep plane facelifts on the very same day, they're looking back at the entire experience: why they decided to do it, what surgery day was really like, the shocking swelling, recovery, aftercare, and the emotional toll of looking in the mirror and not recognizing themselves. They also open up about filler blindness, dissolving filler before surgery, Jennifer's unforgettable "pufferfish" swelling, Britney becoming the self-appointed patient police, and why having each other through recovery made all the difference. Most importantly, they share their before-and-after experience with Dr. Ben Talei, the Beverly Hills facial plastic surgeon behind their results, and explain why they believe transparency around cosmetic procedures matters — especially for women navigating aging. In this episode: Why Jennifer and Britney decided it was time for a facelift Their experience with filler before surgery Why Jennifer had to dissolve her lip filler Deep plane facelift vs. simply "pulling" the skin What happened when they had surgery on the same day Jennifer's extreme post-op swelling Why they extended their stay at an aftercare facility The emotional side of facelift recovery nobody warned them about Why "trust the process" became so important How long it actually took them to feel normal again Their second surgery together — this time for brow lifts Why Jennifer and Britney are open about having cosmetic surgery Their advice for anyone considering a facelift Whether they would do it all over again And this is only Part One of the conversation. Next episode, Dr. Ben Talei joins Jennifer and Britney to answer their questions and talk about facial rejuvenation from the surgeon's perspective. Disclaimer: Jennifer and Britney are sharing their personal experiences only. This episode is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified medical professional about your individual health and treatment options. Timestamps 00:00 Disclaimer 00:15 Jennifer & Britney reveal today's topic: their facelifts 01:26 They actually had their surgeries on the same day 03:30 Why they decided to get facelifts 03:43 Filler blindness and knowing when enough is enough 05:07 Why Britney chose to have a facelift at 46 06:35 The emotional roller coaster of deep plane facelift recovery 07:16 Jennifer's lip lift and dissolving her filler 09:03 Surgery day: who was nervous and who wasn't 10:01 The recovery center — and Jennifer's unforgettable swelling 11:20 Why pain management and aftercare mattered so much 12:36 Fat transfer, swelling and the realities of recovery 13:12 Why three nights of aftercare turned into five 15:39 Going home — and the emotional part nobody talks about 16:22 "What did I do?" Looking in the mirror after surgery 17:30 Britney's unexpected swelling and learning to trust the process 18:47 The three- and six-month transformation 21:20 Finally seeing the results 22:32 Four years later: how their facelifts have held up 23:31 Keeping dimples and maintaining a natural-looking face 24:46 How surgery changed their relationship with fillers 25:11 Why they recommend staying close to your surgeon during recovery 26:52 What surgery day with Dr. Talei's team was really like 28:00 What Jennifer tells her anesthesiologist before surgery 29:06 Why surgeon accessibility mattered during recovery 30:23 Who was more neurotic after surgery? 31:13 Britney's post-facelift Tahiti speedboat panic 32:18 Britney becomes the "patient police" 34:07 The hardest beauty sacrifice during recovery 34:53 Not recognizing yourself after a facelift 35:36 Aging gracefully vs. choosing cosmetic surgery 38:26 Going back together for brow lifts 39:54 Jennifer's additional skin-tightening treatment 41:26 Why the brow lift was a game changer 42:19 What they love about Dr. Talei's approach 45:00 Why is there still shame around cosmetic surgery? 46:44 Taking the stigma out of having work done 48:43 "Women help women" — why they refuse to gatekeep 49:29 Feeling better entering the next chapter 50:51 Facelift rapid fire 51:33 Their biggest surprises from surgery 52:20 The best part of the entire experience 53:48 Would they do it again? 54:29 Facelift recovery when you have children 56:30 Why facelifts can be transformative for men too 57:40 When their husbands finally noticed the results 58:28 What they would do differently 58:41 NEXT: Dr. Ben Talei joins the podcast Dr. Ben Talei — Contact Information Dr. Benjamin "Ben" Talei, MD, FACS The Beverly Hills Center for Plastic & Laser Surgery Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon specializing in facial rejuvenation, deep plane facelifting, lip aesthetics and rhinoplasty. Phone: (310) 288-0641 Address: 465 N Roxbury Dr, #750, Beverly Hills, CA 90210 Media/Press Email: info@beverlyhillscenter.com Dr. Ben Talei / Beverly Hills Center Follow What She's Having: Instagram: @officialwhatsheshaving YouTube: @whatsheshaving Website: https://whatsheshavingpodcast.com Listen on Apple Podcasts & Spotify Sponsors: 🌿 Firefly Recovery Use code WHATSHES15 for 15% OFF 🧬 BodyBio Use code WHATSHESHAVING for 20% OFF 💚 Leaf & Flower Use code WHATSHES15 for 15% OFF ✨ Najeau Use code WHATSHESHAVING20 for 20% OFF

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What She's Having is the unapologetically fabulous podcast for women who know that life doesn't slow down after 40 — it gets better. Hosted by best friends, moms, and serial fun-havers Britney Semler and Jennifer Cataldo, this show is your weekly dose of real talk, high style, and insider secrets to living your best life — mind, body, and soul. From luxury travel and beauty hacks to wellness tips that actually work, Britney and Jennifer have been the guinea pigs so you don't have to be. If you're looking for timeless style, your next travel obsession or, just a seat at a table full of warm witty friendship, you are in the right place. Come for the fashion, stay for the friendship. Because the second half? It's the better half. Follow @OfficialWhatShesHaving on Instagram, TikTok & Facebook. Be sure to watch on YouTube, and get ready to want… What She's Having!

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