Perfect doesn’t exist: Real Talk on Modern Motherhood, Mom Guilt, Identity & Inner Work with Dr. Lillit
Release Date: 07/23/2025
Fatigued? Weight gain? You Don’t Have a Discipline Problem, You Have Health Debt with Bria Gadd
Figuring It Out
If you feel like you’re doing everything right—working out, eating well, trying to manage your stress—but your body still isn’t responding, you are not crazy. And you’re not alone. Today on the podcast, I’m joined by Bria Gadd, a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer who specializes in female hormones. With more than 15 years of experience in the fitness and nutrition industry, Bria has helped thousands of women navigate the hormonal shifts of their late 30s to 50s. She is also the host of The Period...
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Have we outsourced our point of voice & taste? And how to get it back
Figuring It Out
We live in the most connected, most inspired, most information-rich time in human history — and somehow, a lot of us are struggling to answer a very simple question: What do I actually think? In this solo episode, I'm exploring what I've been calling "external noise" — the constant stream of opinions, aesthetics, expert takes, and algorithm-fed content that shapes our preferences before we've had a chance to form our own. It started with a moment standing in my closet, unable to figure out what felt like me. But it quickly became about something much bigger: whether we've...
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How to figure out anything: get honest, get clear, get to work
Figuring It Out
Seven and a half years in, and I’ve been thinking a lot about what this show is really for – and what it means to actually figure it out. In this solo episode, I’m sharing something I’ve been sitting with awhile: a method I’ve been using my whole life without even realizing it. It’s not something I invented and then applied – it’s a pattern I traced backwards through my career, my relationships, and the chapter I’m in right now. And I think if you’re the kind of person who listens to this show, you’ve probably been using some version of it too. ...
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You don’t have to live with it: the truth about hormones & hormone replacement therapy with CarolAnn Tutera
Figuring It Out
Are you feeling tired, irritable, or struggling with brain fog and weight gain? We’re often told these symptoms are just a normal part of aging, but what if they don’t have to be? In this episode, we sit down with CarolAnn Tutera, CEO of SottoPelle Therapy, to demystify Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT). CarolAnn Tutera shares the fascinating history of how her late husband, Dr. Gino Tutera, revolutionized hormone therapy by individualizing pellet dosing to match each patient’s unique needs. We discuss the critical importance of getting baseline lab work...
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What I’m Loving Lately: A Giveaway, Nostalgia, and the Joy of Slowing Down
Figuring It Out
In this solo episode, I talk about how I’ve been super nostalgic lately – like, listening to DMB kind of nostalgic and what I think it means. I also talk about slowing down, procrastinating on my performance review, and why I’m into the simple things. I use my nostalgic feelings to figure out why looking back on the past can actually help us understand what we need right now, and how those feelings can point us toward more joy, clarity, and change. I also share my “What I’m Loving Lately” favorites and the details about a fun giveaway! The value of performance...
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The Egg Whisperer’s Guide to Fertility with Dr. Aimee
Figuring It Out
I loved this conversation with Dr. Aimee, also known as the Egg Whisperer. She’s so real, honest, authentic and dedicated. In our conversation she shares practical insights, innovative treatments, and inspiring stories to empower women on their fertility journeys. Whether you're just starting or deep into treatment, this episode offers invaluable advice for building your family. We cover: The importance of activity and lifestyle habits for fertility Debunking myths around fertility treatments and advice Essential lab markers everyone should know The role of...
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What it really means to ‘get hot’ for summer
Figuring It Out
In this episode, I have an honest reflection on summer, confidence, and the pressure to “glow up” for the season. Fresh off a two-week holiday and a very real podcast-recording scramble, I talk about feeling the pull of appearance-focused messaging, the way social media shapes self-perception, and why true confidence goes far beyond how we look. I explore what I think it really means to feel good in your body, from setting realistic body goals to eating in a way that supports both health and freedom. I also share the internal practices that have helped me build...
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A holistic approach to navigating fertility with Grace @the_fertilitynutritionist
Figuring It Out
Have you ever felt overwhelmed or overlooked during your fertility journey? Does something feel ‘off’ but you don’t feel heard? Countless other women feel the same way. It’s not our doctor’s fault, they want us to get pregnant too, but the system isn’t set-up to consider prevention in their standard of care. In this conversation, I sit down with Grace of @fertilitynutritionist on Instagram to discuss the multifaceted aspects of fertility including overlooked signs, cutting edge tests and personalized strategies that can optimize your chances naturally or...
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I’m back! Kitchen renovations, work-life, and summer vacation
Figuring It Out
I’m back! In this episode, I’m diving into what I’ve been up to, where I’m headed this summer, and thoughts on work-life balance. 00:00 Welcome Back to Figuring It Out 02:17 Kitchen Renovation Journey 04:51 Preparing for Summer Adventures 07:22 Fashion Dilemmas and Wedding Outfits 10:02 Skincare and Self-Care Routines 15:00 Navigating Work and Personal Life 18:18 Reflections on Career and Growth 26:24 Looking Ahead: Summer Goals and Intentions Connect with me: Email:
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Trimester Zero: How WeNatal's Ronit Menashe Got Pregnant Naturally at 42 After Miscarriage — and What the Fertility Industry Isn't Telling You
Figuring It Out
In this episode of Figuring It Out, I sit down with Ronit Menashe — co-founder of WeNatal, former and functional medicine advocate — for an honest and empowering conversation about fertility, egg quality, and preconception health. Ronit opens up about her own heartbreaking experience: a missed miscarriage at 12 weeks, a doctor who told her it was "just her age," and the moment she decided to stop listening to the conventional narrative and start doing the research herself. What she found changed everything — and ultimately led to her conceiving naturally at 42, without IVF, and later...
info_outlineIn this episode, I’m sitting down with Dr. Lilit, an esteemed clinical psychologist specializing in maternal mental health, helping working mothers navigate the emotional shifts of postpartum and career transitions. She has been featured in Good Housekeeping, Real Simple, and other top outlets, and has appeared on Everything is the Best.
While I’m not a mom yet and haven’t experienced this myself….I hope to be soon and am conscious about what an intense (yet wonderful) shift entering motherhood can be. I’ve had so many conversations with friends, colleagues and my mom about how challenging it can be to navigate motherhood, the unique pressures that are placed on women, and how your identity starts to shift.
Dr. Lillit and I talk about the messy and beautiful transition into this new role—how it can feel overwhelming, emotional, and like no one really prepares you for it. Dr. Lillit shares her own experiences navigating postpartum, how she supports her clients through the guilt, chaos, and wonders of motherhood, and why knowing yourself is the foundation for everything.
- Why the transition to motherhood often feels messy and chaotic
- The delicate balance of being the “best mom” and still investing in yourself
- What working moms are really struggling with (hint: it’s not just time)
- The power of inner work—and how to begin, even if you already have kids
- How to build an intentional support system and village
- The realities of “mom guilt,” identity loss, and people-pleasing in parenting
- Ways partners can better support new moms (that don’t involve fixing)
- How to redefine balance, presence, and what “having it all” actually means
What I loved most about this conversation was the emphasis she places on intentional inner work, awareness, really knowing yourself so you can show up as your best self for your family.
Whether you're preparing for motherhood, in the thick of postpartum, have older children or are supporting someone who is, this episode brings light to the emotional, mental, and societal pressures moms navigate every day.