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Sarah and Kristen chat about the new perm trend, and we talk with author Heather Avis about being an ally, encouraging inclusivity, and her new book Scoot Over and Make Some Room: Creating a Space Where Everyone Belongs.  In this episode we also talked about: GimMe Organic Seaweed Snacks LivFit Superfoods Antioxidant Fruit and Fiber Blend  Beautycounter Eye Shadow Palette in Romantic  Reversible Faux Leather Tote  Vitamix Ninja Blender This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp online counseling. BetterHelp connects people seeking therapy with professional therapists by video, phone, chat, or even text message sessions. BetterHelp is offering Selfie listeners 10% off their first month with the discount code SELFIE. Go to BetterHelp.com/SELFIE, fill out the questionnaire, and get matched with a professional therapist in as little as a day. That’s BetterHelp dot com slash selfie for 10% off your first month of secure, convenient, professional, and affordable therapy.  

CBD is the new activated charcoal. There are tons of promises from lowered anxiety to less inflammation. We dive into the CBD trend, looking at products on the market and talking with a trusted distributor: King Harvest Medical Cannabis Care and Wellness. In this episode we talked about: * Swell Skin One and Done Moisturizer* Honest Company Retinol* Island’s Premium CBD Pre-Rolls * Cannovia 1000mg THC-FREE Peppermint Oil Drops * CBD Essentials Lip Balm * Elevate CBD Mints* Elevate CBD Soft Gelcaps* Elevate CBD Oral Spray:* CBDistillery CBDol Topical CBD Salve* Cannovia 500mg Therapeutic Muscle Gel* Life Elements CD and Honey  Rosemary Mint Sugar Scrub * Life Elements CBD Infused Bath Bombs* Foria CBD-only Suppository for Pelvic Pain This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp online counseling. BetterHelp connects people seeking therapy with professional therapists by video, phone, chat, or even text message sessions. BetterHelp is offering Selfie listeners 10% off their first month with the discount code SELFIE. Go to BetterHelp.com/SELFIE, fill out the questionnaire, and get matched with a professional therapist in as little as a day. The Mom Hour is a podcast hosted by Meagan Francis and Sarah Powers. Their weekly conversations offer practical tips and real-life encouragement for moms who want to enjoy motherhood more, and cut back on comparison, worry, and stress. Additional episodes throughout the month tackle “more than mom” topics like style and self-care, and monthly interviews add expert takes on tough parenting topics. With nearly 300 episodes and over four years in continuous production, The Mom Hour is your binge-able companion to the “in the trenches” years of parenting. Photo by Kimzy Nanney on Unsplash

Kristen takes listener questions on recovering from affairs, dealing with social anxiety, and knowing when to seperate when living with an addict. In this episode we also talked about: * Ere Perez Pressed Translucent Powder * MudBuster Paw Cleaner* Modest Mylk * Conscious Coconut Dry Brush What Fresh Hell: Laughing in the Face of Motherhood is a podcast hosted by Amy Wilson and Margaret Ables. They are both comedians and moms of three, but that’s where their similarities end. Margaret is laid-back to the max; Amy loves lists, research, and planning ahead. In each episode of “What Fresh Hell” they discuss a parenting issue from their usually-opposite perspectives, plus the accompanying expert advice that may or may not back them up. Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash

Farting. Queefing. Burping. What is up with the weird noises our body makes, and what can we do about it? We asked you for questions and hit up Dr. Niket Sonpal with all the embarrassing questions we’re not asking our own doctors. In this episode we also talked about: * Pep Talk Postcard Packet by Emily McDowell & Friends* Dead to Me on Netflix * Red and White Polka Dot Dress* Bamboo Hamper LOLA is a female-founded company offering a line of organic cotton tampons, pads, and liners. LOLA products are 100% organic cotton and we love the convenience of their  monthly subscription which is fully customizable – you can choose your mix of products, your perfect mix of absorbency, your number of boxes, and frequency of delivery. In addition to tampons and liners, Sex by LOLA is a line of gynecologist approved sexual health & wellness products that includes lubricated condoms, personal lubricant and these awesome individually packaged cleansing wipes that you can use anywhere. Like their tampons, LOLA’s products are stripped of unnecessary, irritating additives and they available for subscription; you can add to your period subscription, so everything is conveniently delivered on your ideal schedule. We have a special offer for you guys – for 40% off all subscriptions, visit mylola.com and enter the promo code SELFIE when you subscribe! Dr. Niket Sonpal is Adjunct Assistant Professor at Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Clinical instructor at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center, Brooklyn and on the board of the NY‐ American College of Physicians (NYACP). He completed a Fellowship in Gastroenterology at Lenox and has spoken and presented at over 25 national and regional conferences on his research and is a regular participant in national courses. Edit Your Life is a podcast about simplifying home and family life. Every Thursday, Edit Your Life shares practical ideas for decluttering your house, schedule, and mental space without getting bogged down by perfection. The show covers everything from parenting to food to work to self-care to relationships. Photo by Alexandra Gorn on 

Online companies are making birth control more accessible for women. We talk with Alpha Medical’s founder and CEO Gloria Lau and Chief Medical Director Mary Jacobson, MD about telemedicine for common women’s issues. Sarah gives an update on her laser hair removal, Kristen cracks the code on coloring her hair at home, and we discuss the best green shampoos. In this episode we also talked about: * Redken Shades EQ Color Gloss Women’s Hair Color, 06t Iron* Professional Jewelry Cleaner* The Big Berkey Water Filter (Sarah talks about it here and here.)* Women’s Short Sleeve Casual Loose Pockets Tie-Belt Dress* ACURE Simply Smoothing Shampoo, Coconut* Andalou Sunflower and Citrus Shampoo and Conditioner – Sarah’s very fave!* True Botanicals Shampoo* BeautyCounter Volume and Shape Shampoo and Conditioner Didn’t I Just Feed You?! is a weekly podcast about feeding our families — even for parents who hate to cook. Every week, professional cooks Stacie Billis & Meghan Splawn get real about feeding kids, tweens, and teens. From How to Turn Nachos Into a Family Dinner to The Magic of Meatballs, Solving the After School Snack Problem to Reducing Kitchen Waste and Debt At Once, they chat with guests from Food Network stars Aarti Sequeira and Melissa D’arabian to everyday moms, the real experts, on a mission to make cooking easier, more delicious, and maybe even fun.

We are all trying to eat better, but doing that with kids can be a challenge. We are chatting with Dr.  Julia Nordgren, author of The New Family Table, about how to feed our kids well, and with Stephen Bean, director of Camp New Heights, about how to keep our kids healthy and active. In this episode we also talked about: * Keds* Off Shoulder One Piece Ruffles Bathing Suit* The New Family Table: Cooking More, Eating Together, and Staying (Relatively) Sane* Camp New Heights in Santa Barbara, California* Dermatologist’s Choice Deep Cleansing Facial Mask * Clayer Green Clay Active Face & Body Mask * Freegirl Ambitious AHA Gel Mask * REN Evercalm Ultra Comforting Rescue Mask Spawned is a parenting podcast hosted by Kristen Chase and Liz Gumbinner from Cool Mom Picks. It’s a fun and hopefully funny podcast about parenting and parenting culture. It’s like chatting with your best friend over a cup of coffee, but with helpful takeaways and mostly non-judgmental advice. They cover everything from how to encourage young readers with LeVar Burton to working with your spouse with Jenna and Bodhi Elfman, plus lots of amazing parenting authors, organizational experts, and just plain awesome people. Photo by Shivaram Vinjamuri on Unsplash

How do we deal with our addiction to screens? Author Brian Solis offer insight into how digital distractions can affect our mental health, and what to do about it. Kristen talks about her latest breast ultrasound, and Sarah espouses the benefits of a girl’s weekend for the soul. In this episode we also talked about: * Kimberly Sayer Ultra Light Facial Moisturizer SPF 30* Lily Lolo Bronzer in Honolulu * CleverMade SnapBasket Laundry Caddy Pop-Up Hamper* Brené Brown: The Call to Courage on Netflix* Lifescale: How to Live a More Creative, Productive, and Happy Life* The Lifescaling Movement* Center for Humane Technology* Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World Photo by ROBIN WORRALL on Unsplash

Can parents really be “in the moment”? We’re asking, and also talking with photographer Jeremy Cowart about The Purpose Hotel, the Help-Portrait Movement, and how he stays grounded as a busy professional, philanthropist, and dad of four. In this episode we talked about: * I’m Possible: Jumping into Fear and Discovering a Life of Purpose* Jeremy’s viral video I’m Possible* The War of Art* What your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew by Dr. Sharon Saline* Eco Tan Winter Skin* Honest Mascara* Murder Mountain on Netflix* Shannon Cowart and Nashville On The Move Myro is a new natural deodorant made with essential oils that release over time. It’s made to work, and it’s long-lasting, but with no toxic anything. 0% aluminum. 0% parabens. Their ingredients are clinically tested for safety and efficacy. And did we mention it’s a subscription?? Get a refresh every 3 months, delivered straight to your door, conveniently timed for when most people run out. Switch scents, press pause or stop literally anytime you want. It’s refillable cases are good for you and the planet we live on. Because the case is refillable, Myro refills reduce plastic waste by approximately 50% versus typical drugstore deodorants. Myro has a great deal for our listeners today.  Get 50% off your first order and get started today for just $5! Visit mymyro.com/selfie and use promo code SELFIE.

The star of Netlfix’s series The Kindness Diaries chats with us about what he learned from relying on the kindness of strangers, as well as self-care habits during life on the road. Kristen laments her increasing ovulation pain, and Sarah talked about spring madness and the dash to enroll kids in summer camp. In this episode we also talked about: * The Kindness Diaries on Netflix* Go Be Kind: 28 1/2 Adventures Guaranteed to Make You Happier* Petit Vour Beauty Box (25% off first box with code WHOORL25)* Hynt SPF 25 Sun Prep Primer* Kosmatology Lotion Bars  * Buddha Board Watercolor Art Board* Give yourself support this season with a boost from Care/Of . . . whether you’re looking for energy, better sleep, or to cope with stress. Care/of’s online quiz takes only 5 minutes to find out your personal science-backed recommendation for daily vitamins. Care/of delivers daily vitamin and supplement packs along with protein and more, sent right to your door every month. For 30% off your first Care/of order, go to TakeCareOf.com and enter the code SELFIE3O. Storyworth offers an amazing way to connect with your family. In fact, it is a perfect mother’s day gift if you are looking for something meaningful (or waited until the last minute.) StoryWorth makes it easy and fun for your loved ones to share their stories with weekly emailed story prompts. At the end of the year, they’ll get their stories bound in a beautiful hardcover book. With Storyworth, your relatives are invited to write stories and upload photos by email, on the web, or in the app. For $20 off, visit storyworth.com/selfie when you subscribe!

Claire tries lip filler, Kristen can’t figure out how to travel without stress, and we chat with author David Essel about how only focusing on the positive things in life can actually lead to negative things, and how leaning into our struggles can be a path to healing. In this epsiode we also talked about: * The skincare fridge* Primally Pure Non-Toxic Skin Care Products‎ (use the promo code selfieclaire for a discount!)* Island Citrus Artisan Soap from SoapCreek* I.C.O.N. India Hair Oil* Positive Thinking Will Never Change Your Life But This Book Will* LIVELY bras are the most comfortable bras you’ll ever wear. It’s a brand built for women by women offering a range of bras styles for all different body types, available in 32A – 44DDD. They’ve got bralettes, t-shirt bras, push-up bras, plunge bras, and no-wire bras, all at ONE PRICE for all: any style, color, or size. For a limited time, get $10 off your first order by visiting: wearlively.com/selfie and enter selfie at checkout. *Only available in the US.We know some of you are getting married via our Facebook group, and Zola takes the stress out of wedding planning with free wedding websites, save the dates and invitations, a wedding registry and free, easy-to-use wedding planning tools. It lets you conveniently manage everything online and in one place. Start with a FREE wedding website with over 100 beautiful wedding website designs to choose from, that fit any couple’s style and every type of wedding. You can simplify your wedding planning and save tons of time by registering at Zola, too. The Zola store has the widest selection of gifts, at all different prices with over 500 top brands, from KitchenAid and Cuisinart to Sonos and Airbnb! To start your free wedding website and also get $50 off your registry on Zola, go to zola.com/selfie. Photo by Kyle Glenn on Unsplash

Aileen wrote a viral post about the surprises your body has in store in your 40’s, and we are talking about it. We also discuss Kristen’s insomnia, Sarah’s live music bender, and the best essential oil sprays for a better mood. In this episode we talked about: This Is What No One Tells Women About What Happens To Your Body In Your 40s Spray the Bitch Away Spray Tired Old Ass Energizing Spray Electric Milk Frother and Warmer Amazon Essentials Cotton Bikini Panty FOND Bone Broth Tonics Aileen Weintraub Photo by Leighann Renee on Unsplash

It’s Claire’s first week as co-host! We are talking body image in our 40’s. Kristen chats with author Richard Watts about the tricky task of letting our kids fail, and we sing the praises of the air fryer. In this episode we talked about: Entitlemania: How Not to Spoil Your Kids, and What to Do If You Have Mario Badescu Rose Spray Fiddle Leaf Tree Air Fryer Richard Watts Fables of Fortune: What Rich People Have That You Don’t Want Art of Sport Deodorant Buffy makes comforters that are better for you and the earth, using skin-friendly eucalyptus fabric and fluffy fill made from 100% recycled water bottles. Buffy’s hypoallergenic materials shut out dust, mold and mites – preventing nighttime breathing of harmful allergens. The inside fill of each comforter is made from 100% recycled, bpa-free water bottles that are transformed and given a second life as a soft, fluffy fiber. Buffy believes bedding is personal, so they offer a complimentary trial. Try a comforter in your own home for 30-days. If you don’t love it, return it free! For $20 off your Buffy comforter, visit Buffy.co and enter the promo code SELFIE. Photo by Kody Gautier on Unsplash

We are taking reader questions and Sarah has an announcement! We’re talking haircuts: how to find the right stylist and how to ask for the right haircut for your face shape. We are also divulging our experiences with  CBD products and even medical cannabis to address anxiety. Kristen chats a bit about self-care and dating for single moms, and we talk silicone pads for wrinkle reduction. In this episode we also talked about: Eucalypso organic eucalyptus pillowcases for better skin Edge Sugar-Free Dark Chocolate sweetened with stevia and 35 calories per bar CBDistillery CBD topical patches Wrinkles Schminkles silicone smoothing chest pad Meli’s Monster Cookies – the best gluten-free cookies ever Puppies for Dummies Cow Ears (gross) Bull Sticks (even more gross) Photo by Orlando Gutierrez on Unsplash

Sarah is back to report on laughing yoga, Kristen is in a prison of book deadlines, and we both detail our favorite Trader Joe’s foods. Judge if you want but we consider Trader Joe’s one of our top self-care destinations, because they make eating healthy so easy. This is not an ad . . . we are just really excited about TJ’s, and today we are sharing our favorite products that help us feed ourselves well. In this episode we mentioned: Laughing Yoga Slain in the Spirit laughter Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer Go Macro Vegan Protein Bars The True Cost Everlane Krochet Kids Clear Cosmetics Organizer Magnesium Gummies OUR FAVORITETRADER JOE’S PRODUCTS * Garlic Naan* Frozen Chicken Tikka * Frozen Vegetable Panang Curry* Restaurant Style White Corn Tortilla Chips* GF Whole Grain Bread* Brownie and Oat Bars* Chicken Ramen* Frozen Organic Chicken Breasts* Jalapeno and Cilantro Hummus* Cocoa Almond Cashew Beverage * Salad Toppers* Sweet Potato Tortilla Chips* White Bean Hummus* Everything But The Bagel Seasoning Blend* Chili Lime Chicken Burgers* Cruciferous Crunch* Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Caramels * Turkey Meatballs.* Salt and pepper pistachios* Ranch Seasoned Crispy Chickpeas Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash

We’re talking anxiety, and how to deal with it, with our friend and comic Amy Estes. In this episode, we talked about: Amy Estes Comedy Amy’s Newsletter Revlon Blow Dry Brush Kindle Paperwhite A Discovery Witches Trilogy NY Times article on teens Over My Dead Body The Rain of Self-Compassion Meditation Bed Head Curlipops Curling Wand Forget “Having It All”: How America Messed Up Motherhood–and How to Fix It Buffy makes comforters that are better for you and the earth, using skin-friendly eucalyptus fabric and fluffy fill made from 100% recycled water bottles. Buffy’s hypoallergenic materials shut out dust, mold and mites – preventing nighttime breathing of harmful allergens. The inside fill of each comforter is made from 100% recycled, bpa-free water bottles that are transformed and given a second life as a soft, fluffy fiber. Buffy believes bedding is personal, so they offer a complimentary trial. Try a comforter in your own home for 30-days. If you don’t love it, return it free! For $20 off your Buffy comforter, visit Buffy.co and enter the promo code SELFIE. Whether you need childcare while you’re at work or want to line up a date night sitter, Care.com can help you find sitters and nannies, PLUS housekeepers, dog walkers, senior care, tutors, errand runners and more. Save 30% off a premium membership by visiting care.com/selfie Photo by Hailey Reed on Unsplash