Coffee with Carly: Health, Rebuilt for Women

Carly Schade

Most women have no idea how good they're supposed to feel — and it's not for lack of trying. We're waking up at 6am for workouts, optimizing our nutrition, crushing it at work, holding everyone else together. We're doing everything we're "supposed" to do. Following all the wellness advice. Checking every box. And yet… so many of us feel off. Burned out. Bloated. Anxious. Exhausted but wired. Brain fog that won't lift. Hormonal symptoms we're told are "normal." Running on cortisol and guilt more than actual energy. Something isn't adding up. I'm Carly, a registered dietitian & holistic health coach who spent my early career watching women be fed the same cookie-cutter version of 'wellness' — advice built on male biology, packaged for female bodies. Then I hit my own rock bottom: burned out (even while working my dream job), and became completely disconnected from my body. That's when I realized the problem wasn't effort or discipline. It was the system itself. The hustle culture mentality. The way we've been taught to live, work, and achieve simply doesn't support how women actually function. So I went searching for what actually makes women feel good. What happens when you work with your menstrual cycle instead of against it? When you prioritize nervous system regulation over productivity? When you tune into your intuition instead of drowning it out? When you understand your hormones, your energy, and your body's wisdom — and use that as your compass? Coffee with Carly was born from that question. Like a strong cup of coffee, this podcast is a wake-up call. Through personal riffs, honest storytelling, and conversations with women who are living differently, we explore what it really looks like to build a life that feels good — not just one that looks good. I blend science-backed women's health research with real-life application, mindset work, intuition, and embodied wisdom. We talk about cycle syncing and hormone balance. Burnout recovery and nervous system regulation. Metabolic health and gut healing. Anti-hustle achievement and female entrepreneurship. Intuition, energetics, and human design. Brain fog, cortisol, adrenal health. Life transitions, identity shifts, and coming home to yourself. This podcast is for high-achieving women who are tired of being tired. Who are ready to challenge hustle culture, listen to their bodies, trust their intuition, work with their cycle, balance their hormones, and create lives that actually feel like theirs. You can be anti-hustle without being anti-achievement. Let me show you how. Stay bold. Stay balanced.  I'm Carly, and I'm so glad you're here.

  1. 1D AGO

    The Health Habit You're Probably Skipping Every Night

    What if the most rebellious thing you could do for your health was simply… sleep? If you've ever… Dragged yourself to a 6am workout on four hours of sleep and called it disciplineLaid awake next to a snoring partner and just dealt with itWondered why you're exhausted, bloated, moody, and running on caffeine — but can't figure out whyFelt guilty for sleeping in, like rest is somehow something you have to earnIn this episode, I'm making the case that sleep might be sitting at the very top of your health pyramid. Above workouts. Above supplements. Above all of it. Here's what I want you to know: doing less is sometimes doing more. Your body cannot heal what it never gets to rest. And the "I'll sleep when I'm dead" mentality? It might be the thing that's keeping you stuck. In this episode: Why women need more sleep than men — and the real reason whyWhat's actually happening in your body while you sleep (hormones, heart health, appetite, skin, gut — all of it)Why poor sleep might be the reason your willpower, your digestion, and your libido have gone missingThe very personal reason Matt and I sleep in separate bedrooms — 17 days after our weddingYour dare for the week (it's easier than you think, I promise)This episode is for you if: You're tired of being tired and you're ready to actually do something about itYou've been treating sleep like a luxury instead of a non-negotiableSomeone in your life needs to stop shaming you for sleeping inYou're curious what "rewriting the rules" actually looks like in real life"Sleep is not the enemy of intimacy. It's the foundation of it." ☕️ Stay bold, stay balanced, stay thriving  📩 Subscribe to my newsletter HERE ⭐️ Rate and review!

    21 min
  2. APR 1

    Decoding Women's Health: From Periods to Perimenopause with Shelby Tutty

    If you’ve ever felt like your body has changed but you don’t fully understand why, this episode is going to help connect some dots. In this episode, I sit down with Shelby Tutty and we break down women’s health from periods to perimenopause—what’s actually happening in your body and why so many women feel confused or unsupported during this phase. Here’s what I want you to know: a lot of what women experience isn’t random—it’s just not well explained. And when you understand what’s going on, it becomes a lot easier to work with your body instead of constantly questioning it. In this episode, we cover:  what perimenopause actually is and how it shows up  how hormonal shifts affect mood, energy, and overall health  the role of stress and why it can make symptoms worse  why cycle awareness still matters, even as things start to change  how to start paying attention to patterns in your body This episode is for you if:  your cycle or symptoms have changed and you’re not sure why  you feel like something is off but can’t fully explain it  you want a better understanding of your body without overcomplicating it "Perimenopause has unlocked a part of my brain that has brought more intuition and compassion into my life." - Shelby Tutty Understanding your body changes how you take care of it. Links and Resources: - Website - My 4-go to dinners to balance hormones - Instagram Connect with Shelby Tutty:  Shelby is a healthcare professional focused on perimenopause education and the founder of The Periprofessional, where she shares clear, approachable information to help women better understand their health. She also writes a weekly Substack and leads the Women’s Health 365 Collective. - Website - Blog (ThePeriprofessional) - Instagram ☕️ Stay bold, stay balanced, stay thriving  📩 Subscribe to my newsletter HERE ⭐️ Rate and review!

    54 min
  3. FEB 17

    The Age of Aquarius: How to Stay Grounded in A Fast-Moving Year with Elise Hebert, PhD

    Ever feel like you're hitting rock bottom just so you can finally see what's not working anymore? Saaaaame. We're in what astrologers call a "threshold year," literally standing in the doorway between the old way of doing things and a completely new paradigm. And if you've been feeling the heaviness, the overwhelm, or like systems are crumbling around you (work, relationships, health), you're not imagining it. In this episode, I sit down with Elise Hebert, an astrological counselor with a PhD in somatic depth psychology, to talk about what the hell is actually happening right now, and more importantly, how to navigate it without burning out. We talk about: The Year of the Fire Horse and why 2026 is moving FASTThe Age of Aquarius and humanity's evolutionary leapWhy we're seeing the "height of darkness" before the shiftSaturn conjunct Neptune at 0° Aries (aka the biggest astrological event of our lifetimes)How inner work is the most revolutionary thing you can do right nowPractical ways to stay grounded when everything feels chaotic: cycle syncing, nervous system regulation, getting back into your bodyWhy "getting your weird on" is your assignment this yearThe connection between fear, the subconscious, and your body keeping the scoreHow Chiron moving into Taurus in June brings focus back to the body (perfect timing)Here's the thing: you can't bypass the body. Whether you're into astrology, human design, or just trying to feel less exhausted, it all comes back to the same place. Your health is the foundation. Your body is the portal. And managing your energy (not your time) is how you actually move through this year with some semblance of sanity. If you've been feeling called to quit your job, start that weird thing, or just permission to stop "shoulding" on yourself,  this episode is your sign. Guest Bio: Elise Hebert, PhD is an astrological counselor integrating depth psychology and astrology to support insight, growth, and self-understanding. She offers personalized chart presentations and PSYCH-K sessions to help clients work with subconscious patterns in a grounded, practical way. Born and raised in the Middle East, she values culture, connection, and meaningful conversation, with humor always close by. Connect with Elise on Instagram HERE Learn more about Elise's work HERE ☕️ Stay bold, stay balanced, stay thriving  📩 Subscribe to my newsletter HERE ⭐️ Rate and review!

    48 min
  4. JAN 9

    36 | You Don’t Have to Sacrifice Yourself to Be Successful: Lessons from Building a Business with Marissa Danekas

    In this episode, I sit down with my friend Marissa Danekas, owner of Wilder & Co Salon. We talk about her journey of starting something from scratch, burning out, making mistakes, and learning along the way. Marissa shares how she decided she was done working for someone else and what it actually looked like to build a business without having it all figured out. We talk about the mistakes she’s made that led to burnout, what work–life balance has really looked like in different seasons, and how learning to trust herself has shaped the way she runs her business. We also talk about looking silly, taking risks before you feel ready, and how the simple act of being herself ended up landing her first client. This episode is an honest conversation about entrepreneurship, self-trust, and letting go of the idea that success has to come at the expense of your health or your life. If you’ve ever thought about starting something, changing directions, or building a business in a way that actually feels sustainable, this one’s for you. Stay bold, stay balanced, I'll see you next week. Show notes: 🌊 Ready to join In Sync? Sign up HERE. Inside this 5-week program, you'll understand how women's bodies actually work, and get the tools to eat, move, and plan your life in a way that supports your body.  📱 Connect with me on Instagram HERE ☕️ Stay bold, stay balanced, stay thriving  📩 Subscribe to my newsletter HERE ⭐️ Rate and review!

    52 min
  5. 12/10/2025

    34 | How Women Really Network: Intuition, Creativity, and Creating What Doesn’t Exist Yet with Anna Hart

    This week, I’m joined by Anna Hart — designer, creative director, and founder of Finally! A social platform and women’s networking event that’s redefining how connection is done. In this conversation, we dive into the truth so many women are waking up to: the systems we’ve been living and working inside of weren’t built for us. We talk about what happens when you stop abandoning yourself in your career, relationships, and creativity — and start trusting your intuition instead. Anna shares how Finally! was born: from layoffs, discomfort, creativity, and a full-body “yes” that she followed and protected to ensure her vision stayed true to herself. We explore:  • why women aren’t tiny men (especially in networking & career)  • how burnout shows up in the body and how to stop pushing through it  • boundaries, people-pleasing, and the art of saying no  • co-creation, community, and doing work that feels like you  • body-led living — even inside systems that weren’t designed for you If you’re craving more authenticity, connection, and permission to do things your own way, this one is for you. Stay bold, stay balanced, and I’ll see you next week. Resources mentioned in the show: Connect with Anna at Finally! HERE  Join my 5-week program, In Sync HERE ☕️ Stay bold, stay balanced, stay thriving  📩 Subscribe to my newsletter HERE ⭐️ Rate and review!

    57 min
  6. 12/03/2025

    33 | From Burned Out to Back in My Body: The Missing Link No One Told Me

    In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain and getting honest about something I forgot along the way: you don’t follow me for the science — you follow me because I translate it into something you can actually feel in your real life. After wrapping up my 28-day educational series on Instagram, I realized I had drifted into my comfort zone of biochemistry and physiology (classic me). And while the science is a huge part of my work, it’s not the whole point. The point is why it matters to you — to the woman who’s exhausted, overwhelmed, inconsistent, or wondering why her body doesn’t respond the way it used to. So today, I’m coming back to the heart of it: my burnout story — and the moment I realized biology was the missing link. In this episode, I share: the truth behind my burnout and the patterns I didn’t seehow cycle syncing became the doorway back to my energy, intuition, and identitywhy most women are burned out (and why it’s not a discipline problem)the connection between burnout, biology, and the spark you’ve been missingwhy I built In Sync and why I believe every woman deserves this foundationIf you’ve been feeling off, inconsistent, or disconnected from yourself, this story is for you. And if you’re curious about In Sync, we start in January — send me a DM or email and I’ll share the details. Connect with me on Instagram HERE ☕️ Stay bold, stay balanced, stay thriving  📩 Subscribe to my newsletter HERE ⭐️ Rate and review!

    23 min

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Most women have no idea how good they're supposed to feel — and it's not for lack of trying. We're waking up at 6am for workouts, optimizing our nutrition, crushing it at work, holding everyone else together. We're doing everything we're "supposed" to do. Following all the wellness advice. Checking every box. And yet… so many of us feel off. Burned out. Bloated. Anxious. Exhausted but wired. Brain fog that won't lift. Hormonal symptoms we're told are "normal." Running on cortisol and guilt more than actual energy. Something isn't adding up. I'm Carly, a registered dietitian & holistic health coach who spent my early career watching women be fed the same cookie-cutter version of 'wellness' — advice built on male biology, packaged for female bodies. Then I hit my own rock bottom: burned out (even while working my dream job), and became completely disconnected from my body. That's when I realized the problem wasn't effort or discipline. It was the system itself. The hustle culture mentality. The way we've been taught to live, work, and achieve simply doesn't support how women actually function. So I went searching for what actually makes women feel good. What happens when you work with your menstrual cycle instead of against it? When you prioritize nervous system regulation over productivity? When you tune into your intuition instead of drowning it out? When you understand your hormones, your energy, and your body's wisdom — and use that as your compass? Coffee with Carly was born from that question. Like a strong cup of coffee, this podcast is a wake-up call. Through personal riffs, honest storytelling, and conversations with women who are living differently, we explore what it really looks like to build a life that feels good — not just one that looks good. I blend science-backed women's health research with real-life application, mindset work, intuition, and embodied wisdom. We talk about cycle syncing and hormone balance. Burnout recovery and nervous system regulation. Metabolic health and gut healing. Anti-hustle achievement and female entrepreneurship. Intuition, energetics, and human design. Brain fog, cortisol, adrenal health. Life transitions, identity shifts, and coming home to yourself. This podcast is for high-achieving women who are tired of being tired. Who are ready to challenge hustle culture, listen to their bodies, trust their intuition, work with their cycle, balance their hormones, and create lives that actually feel like theirs. You can be anti-hustle without being anti-achievement. Let me show you how. Stay bold. Stay balanced.  I'm Carly, and I'm so glad you're here.