Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

How is the holiday season possibly upon us again?!  Is it just us, or is time flying by now that the kids are getting older?  If you’re looking for a unique gift this holiday season for yourself or a…

In this phase of life, the simple things seem to become more and more important.  And while we love to enjoy a warm beverage almost any time of day, what you choose to sip on matters.  When it comes …

You cannot be in a state of fear or anger and gratitude at the same time.  So, if you’re heading into Thanksgiving week with angst, anger, or stress, it’s the perfect time to stop for a moment and th…

Today we’re discussing the topic of inflammation and its impact on overall health. Inflammation is the root cause of many diseases and can occur in various parts of the body, including the gut, brain…

Today on  Life after Kids, we’re discussing the practical uses for essential oils in the fall and holiday season.  We highlight our favorite scents to diffuse in lieu of candles, discuss the best oil…

Now that the kids are growing up and you’re entering a new phase of life, you might be looking for ways to make a difference or have a bigger impact on the world around you.  As we often say, having …

If you’ve ever been in a situation where you wanted to create change for yourself, like losing weight or starting an exercise routine, but you just couldn’t bridge the gap or stick to it, you have to…

In Life after Kids, we talk a lot about who we want to be and what goals and desires we have for ourselves now that the kids are grown. Have you ever stopped to consider that your home environment ca…

What would you say is the single most important factor needed for a long, fulfilling life?  Health? Exercise? Vitamins and Minerals? Money?...

You could argue that each of these are necessary in one…

Your health and wellbeing should be a top priority in this phase of life, and if you want to age vibrantly then you may want to consider alternative health care.  There are many types of health care …

On today’s episode of Life after Kids, we’re discussing the importance of asking for help and the challenges that come with it. We explore the societal pressures that make women feel like they have t…

In this phase of life, it’s not uncommon to feel a little more drained or worn out than you once did.  Loss of energy can be due to many things, but very often, it’s as simple as not getting the prop…

In today’s episode of The Life after Kids Podcast, we’re discussing the controversial topic of chivalry and femininity.  We explore the historical origins of chivalry and how it has evolved over time…

Most of us know by now that what we eat or put into our body has a huge impact on our health and the way we will age, but, did you know that what we put on our body, what comes in contact with our sk…

When our kids were little, this time of year always brought a sense of nostalgia and a little bit of heart ache, realizing that another summer flew by and the kids were one more year older. These day…

Most women, even at our age, would get an A+ in people pleasing.  Would you agree?

After all of these years, and all of our life experience, many of us want to be accepted and feel connected so badly…

Life is too short not to drink good wine.
Here’s the deal, alcohol really isn’t good for you, there’s just no way around it, so don’t make the mistake of thinking wine is a health food.  However, som…

As the kids grow up, many of us find ourselves with more free time, and we’re left wondering what to do next.  Travel is a great way to learn more about the world, energize and grow yourself, and eve…

Female friendships in midlife can be a challenge, particularly in the context of comparison culture. Comparing ourselves to others can hinder our ability to form meaningful connections with other wom…

You just may not know it yet, but this is very important to your well-being in midlife. This isn’t an idea, it’s actually a fact…

We have not one, but two brains. There’s the brain in our head of cou…