Best Michelle Yates Ms Rd Lmnt Podcasts (2025)

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Why Do I Binge on Foods I Don’t Even Like? (The Real Reason You Can’t Stop) 16:03

7h ago16:03

16:03

Send me feedback via text! You ever find yourself eating stale chips, freezer-burned ice cream, or the kid’s hairy granola bars and think: “This isn’t even good… so WHY am I still eating it?” Yep. Welcome to the club — where your taste buds are unimpressed but your brain is apparently hosting a food rave anyway. In today’s episode of Nourished & Fr…

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BRB, Having a Baby! 1:04

5M ago1:04

1:04

Send me feedback via text! I'm excited to share that I'm taking a break for maternity leave 🤰🏻 There won't be new podcast episodes for a bit, so I encourage you to check out my extensive archive of episodes. You can also dive into my free new mini-course on binge eating—you might find it helpful! Your support means the world to me, and I can't wait…

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Transforming Your Relationship with Your Body (with Dani Durazo, LMHC) 31:57

5M ago31:57

31:57

Send me feedback via text! Tired of feeling like you're not enough because of your body? It's time for a change. In this episode, I chat with our very own body image coach Dani Durazo, a mental health counselor who helps people ditch their body hate and build a loving relationship with themselves. Dani works alongside me inside of our signature pro…

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From Keto & Noom to Feeling Nourished & Free (Client Confessional with Riley) 41:19

5M ago41:19

41:19

Send me feedback via text! Are you tired of the diet rollercoaster? 🎢 In this episode, I'm joined by Riley, a former client who shares her powerful journey of healing her relationship with food and body image 1 whole year after graduating Nourished & Free (the program). Riley candidly discusses how years of competitive dance and restrictive diets l…

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How To Ghost The Diet-Binge Cycle In 2025 (Part 3) 21:24

6M ago21:24

21:24

Send me feedback via text! Are you tired of the endless cycle of dieting and bingeing? 2025 is your year to break free! As a registered dietitian, I’ve seen firsthand how a positive mindset and the right support can transform your relationship with food. In this episode, I share practical tips on how to shift your mindset around food and why workin…

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How To Ghost The Diet-Binge Cycle In 2025 (Part 2) 19:21

6M ago19:21

19:21

Send me feedback via text! Sick of the diet-binge cycle? Are you looking for ways you can escape? Then this series is for you! In part 2, I discuss two more ways you can break free. I tackle tough topics like food addiction, clear up common diet myths (especially those pesky carb ones), and becoming a student of yourself. By the end, you'll have th…

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How To Ghost The Diet-Binge Cycle In 2025 (Part 1) 23:25

7M ago23:25

23:25

Send me feedback via text! Tired of the endless cycle of dieting and bingeing? You're not alone. Many people struggle with this yo-yo pattern, feeling trapped in a cycle of restriction and overindulgence. But you don't have to be a victim of this cycle. There is a way out, and it starts with understanding the root causes of your behavior. In this e…

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Make America Healthy Again? Reacting to RFK Jr.'s Health Ideas 26:34

7M ago26:34

26:34

Send me feedback via text! RFK Jr. has been making waves with his controversial nutrition and public health claims. His ideas have sparked heated debates, from the impact of fluoride in our water to the dangers of seed oils. I examine the science behind these claims in this episode, separating fact from fiction. I tackle some of the most contentiou…

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Lost Your Period? Here's how to Restore Balance and Support Fertility (with Lindsey Lusson, MS, RD) 50:24

8M ago50:24

50:24

Send me feedback via text! Is your period irregular? Maybe it's been for a few months or possibly for years. Whether you're looking for ways to restore balance in your menstrual cycle, want to understand why this is happening to your body, or are looking to take the next steps to support your fertility journey, this episode has the answers for you.…

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How Strength Training Can Improve Your Physical & Mental Health (with Dr. Joey Muñoz) 48:20

8M ago48:20

48:20

Send me feedback via text! Have you ever wondered WHY strength training is so important? Is it superior to other types of exercise? Dr. Joey Muñoz, a leading fitness coach and educator, is explaining the science, benefits and potential risks of strength training. Lifting heavy weights might seem a little intimidating, especially if you're more used…

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Is Gluten Bad for You? Dietitian Explains 21:17

9M ago21:17

21:17

Send me feedback via text! 🤔 Is gluten really as harmful as some claim? As a Registered Dietitian, I’m here to clarify those myths and help you navigate your relationship with gluten! With gluten being demonized online and every health coach suggesting you cut it from your diet, do their claims really have any proof? Will gluten increase disease ri…

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5 Things That Makes Binge Eating Worse 41:11

9M ago41:11

41:11

Send me feedback via text! Almost every time that someone comes to me looking for help with their binge eating, they tell me, ‘They've tried everything’. And in the end, the problem has only gotten worse. You may be struggling like this, too, wondering why everything you try and do to help your situation never truly gets better. After working with …

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Eating like a “normal person”… what is it, and why is it so hard for some people to do? 13:42

10M ago13:42

13:42

Send me feedback via text! "I just want to eat like a normal person" This is what women who struggle with a toxic relationship with food often say... and who can blame them!? Struggling with your relationship with food SUCKS and it adds an unnecessary burden to one's life. It's completely reasonable for someone to want normalcy in their life when t…

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Carnivore Diet Dietitian Review 27:54

10M ago27:54

27:54

Send me feedback via text! Have you heard or seen anything about the carnivore diet lately? It's been making waves in the health and wellness world, but is it really all it's cracked up to be? Whether you're considering the carnivore diet or simply curious about its popularity, this episode offers a balanced and informative perspective. Discover th…

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1 Year Later: Nourished & Free Graduate Tells-All (Client Confessional with Wendy) 52:15

11M ago52:15

52:15

Send me feedback via text! What does life look like 1 year after healing your relationship with food? Wendy's giving us the insider look and sharing with us the lessons she's learned along the way. If you're tired of yo-yo dieting and feeling out of control around food, you'll love Wendy's story. She shares her incredible journey to food freedom, r…

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When All You Want is Sweets 🍭 23:05

11M ago23:05

23:05

Send me feedback via text! Does it seem like ALL you ever crave is sweets? The advice of “listen to your body” might feel like a 1-way ticket to a sugar coma. So what do you do when you’re sick of dieting, but you also don’t want to be out of control with sugar? Let’s chat through what you need to know to in order to have body cues that work for yo…

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Can Diet Really Cause Cancer? (with Dr. Joe Zundell) 58:47

11M ago58:47

58:47

Send me feedback via text! Feeling overwhelmed by all the conflicting advice about food and cancer? Ever wondered if sugar really feeds cancer cells or if red meat is an automatic health hazard? Join me as I chat with Dr. Joe Zundell and dive into the world of nutrition and cancer, busting some common myths you might have heard. Dr. Zundell separat…

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Managing IBS with Jessie Wong, RD 56:35

12M ago56:35

56:35

Send me feedback via text! Are you struggling with IBS? I've brought IBS expert Jessie Wong, RD, on to help guide us through managing it. We start by explaining what IBS is, from its different types to the challenges of diagnosis, as well as shed light on unproven "miracle cures" and emphasize the importance of evidence-based treatment. Diet plays …

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Binge Eating Disorder - Signs, Symptoms, and How to Get Help 27:11

1y ago27:11

27:11

Send me feedback via text! Ever wonder if you might have binge eating disorder? This episode is for you. I break down what binge eating is, how common it is, and what the diagnostic criteria are. You'll get a clear picture of the serious health effects and learn about some practical ways to manage it. In this episode I talk about different treatmen…

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Can You Be Addicted To Food? 17:42

1y ago17:42

17:42

Send me feedback via text! Do you feel like you may be addicted to food, especially those tempting salty and sugary foods? In this episode, I'm diving deep into the heated debate over food addiction. Is it a real thing? Can it be officially diagnosed? Is there solid evidence to compare the effects of food on the brain to that of drugs? I'll tackle …

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She Couldn't Enjoy Her Trips Because of Body Insecurities - Here's What Changed (Client Confessional with Varvara) 45:00

1y ago45:00

45:00

Send me feedback via text! Varvara once had a healthy relationship with food, until she moved to the US, where everything changed. Suddenly thrust into the frenzy of American weight-loss culture, she felt like the odd one out in a sea of "lose weight quick" mantras. Varvara found herself in a rut, loathing her reflection in photos and videos. As so…

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Dietitian Reaction: Netflix’s Hack Your Health (with my husband Vincent) 42:06

1y ago42:06

42:06

Send me feedback via text! Join me and my husband Vinnie as we react to the Netflix documentary "Hack Your Health: The Secrets of Your Gut." We're dissecting the pros and cons of this 'life-changing' documentary (as my husband called it). From the intriguing insights and studies to the eyebrow-raising moments where Vinnie thought a warning should b…

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Debunking Food Sensitivity Tests (with Andrea Love, PhD) 51:45

1y ago51:45

51:45

Send me feedback via text! Have you ever tried a food sensitivity test and felt more confused than ever (or STRESSED than ever)? In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Andrea Love, a renowned microbiologist and immunologist to uncover the truth behind these popular but MAJORLY misleading tests. We explore how these tests can fuel anxiety around food ch…

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My Intuitive Eating Icks (i.e. Critiques) 51:57

1y ago51:57

51:57

Send me feedback via text! Are you ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about intuitive eating and the anti-diet movement? As someone who has been a huge fan of intuitive eating, lately I've started to see some flaws in it. Have you ever questioned the cherry-picked data and misleading narratives these intuitive eating coaches push? A…

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Organic Food, is it REALLY any better? (with Dr. Adrian Chavez) 48:29

1y ago48:29

48:29

Send me feedback via text! Do you ever wonder if organic food is really worth the extra cost? Well, today I'm joined by Dr. Adrian Chavez, and we chat about what exactly sets organic produce apart, especially when it comes to things like pesticides and nutritional value. Adrian is ready to debunk some common misconceptions and shed light on the act…

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Winning the War Against Food in Your 50s (Client Confessional with Sharlette) 49:29

1+ y ago49:29

49:29

Send me feedback via text! Are you ready to be inspired by a life-changing health journey? One that has been decades in the making... In this episode, I'm joined by Sharlette, my past client, and she opens up about her lifelong battle with weight and diet, from struggling in her teens and drinking SlimFast, taking weight loss injections in her 20s …

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Intuitive Eating vs. Not Dieting vs. Reverse Dieting - Are they the same? 18:24

1+ y ago18:24

18:24

Send me feedback via text! Is Intuitive Eating really any different from just not dieting? 🤔 Why is it so hard to know what it is and how to do it? But at the same time, you hear people say it's easy to do, and the most sustainable solution for a lifetime of a healthy and nourishing relationship with food. So what's going on? Why are there so many …

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Dietitian Reaction: Netflix’s You Are What You Eat (with my husband Vincent) 1:18:11

1+ y ago1:18:11

1:18:11

Send me feedback via text! I'm diving deep into the latest Netflix doc You Are Where You Eat and sharing my views as a registered dietitian. If you haven't heard about it yet, it's a study on identical twins changing their diets and lifestyles for eight weeks in a unique scientific experiment designed to explore how certain foods impact the body. M…

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Losing Her Mind Because She Couldn't Quit Food (client confessional with Liane) 39:57

1+ y ago39:57

39:57

Send me feedback via text! From secretive snack theft to a relentless binge-and-fast cycle, Liane was struggling to have a healthy relationship with food and after trying every diet under the sun, she'd had enough of the chaos and craved control. Fast forward to now—Liane's been living the binge-free dream for over 5 months! 🥳 In this episode, Lian…

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BODi (formerly BeachBody) Dietitian Review 57:53

1+ y ago57:53

57:53

Send me feedback via text! Since BeachBody rebranded last year to BODi they have stated that their approach has changed when it comes to fitness, nutrition and mindset. BUT is that really true? It's time that I answer all your questions, review the research, and offer up my honest insights. I shed light on BODi's history (2 men with 0 qualification…

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Is Your Diet Mimicking a Toxic Romance? (with Toni Marinucci, RD) 55:52

1+ y ago55:52

55:52

Send me feedback via text! You've probably never thought about how diets are similar to dating. You know the times when you're hiding your date from friends? Or should I say hiding that snack in your room so no one sees you eating it? Yeah, there's a lot of parallels. Let's talk about them. I'm excited for Toni Marinuci MS, RD to join me today to s…

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Escaping the Point System Roller Coaster (client confessional with Lindsey) 30:05

1+ y ago30:05

30:05

Send me feedback via text! Ever felt like food was the only thing making you happy? But at the same time, it also makes you feel guilty every time you eat something not 'healthy' and so you'd get mad at yourself and beat yourself up over it? So did Lindsey. She was stuck in this unhealthy relationship with food. From losing a boatload of weight thr…

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The HAES® Controversy: Is it Evidence-Based? (with Dr. Idz) 58:43

1+ y ago58:43

58:43

Send me feedback via text! You might remember when I was a Health At Every Size (HAES®) advocate. HAES is a compelling rival to diet culture, and it’s easy to get sucked into this popular movement. I've changed my tune a bit, and I’ve written about my thoughts on HAES®, but I knew I needed to recruit someone else onto the podcast so we could critic…

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Nutrition Advice Red Flags To Look Out For (with Dr. Idz) 35:08

1+ y ago35:08

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Send me feedback via text! It's sometimes hard to know what advice online (and offline) is credible or not, and seeing someone who is a 'Dr', 'nutritionist' or even 'dietitian' might make us assume they are a trustworthy source... but that's not always the case. Dr Idrees Mughal MBBS, MRes, DipIBLM (@Dr_Idz on socials) is joining me today to demyst…

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Optavia® Secrets Revealed: Ex-Coach Tells All (with Former Client, Alizabeth) 45:30

1+ y ago45:30

45:30

Send me feedback via text! The Optavia® diet gets some women great results, but at what cost? Today I'm joined by Alizabeth who is an ex-Optavia® coach, she initially went through the program, lost over 100lbs, and then was recruited to become a coach blinded by the dream of financial freedom. She's now pulling back the curtain to the diet in this …

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Is Losing Weight Your Roman Empire? (Client Confessional with Danielle) 40:59

1+ y ago40:59

40:59

Send me feedback via text! Have you been chasing losing weight your whole life? Jumping from diet to diet, worrying about your gut health or creating a negative relationship with exercise? If so you're not alone, as today I'm joined by my client Danielle who broke free from this cycle and is now feeling truly Nourished & Free. I'm dropping this bon…

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What's the Difference Between Emotional Eating and Binge Eating? 17:23

1+ y ago17:23

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Send me feedback via text! Ever found yourself reaching for that tub of ice cream after a tough day? We've all been there. But here's the burning question: When does emotional eating cross the line into binge eating? Emotional eating isn't always a bad thing, it's just part of being human. But, when it starts to take a toll or becomes classified as…

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Am I Bingeing or Am I Overeating? 24:01

1+ y ago24:01

24:01

Send me feedback via text! Are you unsure if those instances of excessive eating are a harmless indulgence or a possible sign of binge eating? Join me as I explore the staggering statistics that reveal how this disorder affects millions of lives and its profound seriousness. I shed light on the emotional and psychological factors driving binge eati…

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Lyme Disease Diet: Do You Really Need to Make Changes? (with Andrea Love, PhD) 50:01

1+ y ago50:01

50:01

Send me feedback via text! Are you wondering if your diet can really make a difference when it comes to Lyme disease? Today, we're here to unravel the mysteries surrounding the Lyme disease diet. I'm joined by Andrea C. Love, PhD, an esteemed immunologist and microbiologist, to provide you with the scientific clarity you need. Dr. Love begins by ex…

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Navigating Body Image Pressures in the Entertainment Industry (with special guest, Actress/Model Maria Tornberg) 47:03

2y ago47:03

47:03

Send me feedback via text! Have you ever wondered what it's truly like to navigate the cutthroat world of show business while battling insecurities about your body? In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Maria Tornberg, an actress, photographer, and former model for an honest and enlightening conversation. We explore Maria's jour…

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Beating Binge Eating Disorder in Less Than 4 Months (Client Confessional with Breanna) 49:06

2y ago49:06

49:06

Send me feedback via text! Strap yourself in - you don't want to miss this. Breanna broke free from the chains of binge eating disorder despite being faced with the trauma of sexual assault, battling Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), fatty liver, prediabetes, and kidney issues . Listen to her story resilience and her journey towards self-love and…

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When Your "Health" Obsession Becomes Unhealthy (with Katie Kuhlmann, PLMHP, MS, NCC) 31:33

2y ago31:33

31:33

Send me feedback via text! Where is the line between having a balanced, healthy diet and diet culture? I'm joined by my friend Katie Kuhlmann, a licensed counselor from Omaha, Nebraska, as we explore the shifting forms of orthorexia (for more on WHAT orthorexia is, visit my episode from Oct. 11, 2022). Listen as we address the difficulty in disting…

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Going from Calorie-Counting to Food Freedom (Client Confessional with Jaime) 23:18

2y ago23:18

23:18

Send me feedback via text! Have you ever been stuck in a cycle of restrictive diets, counting every calorie, and battling guilt with every weigh-in? Join us as we talk with previous Nourished & Free™ member, Jaime, about her journey to food freedom. Jaime opens up about her experiences with a program that was fixated on the restrictive mindset and …

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Exploring the Wounded Healer Phenemenon of Dietitians Who Suffer From Eating Disorders (with Co-Host Hannah Saffold, RDN) 27:25

2y ago27:25

27:25

Send me feedback via text! Join me in this 2 part series with Hannah Saffold, RDN, LD. Hannah and I co-host this episode on the battles dietitians are facing daily with disordered eating/eating disorders. Hannah is an experienced dietitian with a mission to promote healthier relationships with food among dietitians and dietitians-to-be. Together, w…

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Untangling the Complexities of Intuitive Eating (with Co-Host Hannah Saffold, RDN) 39:39

2y ago39:39

39:39

Send me feedback via text! In the final segment of my 2 part series with Hannah Saffold, a seasoned registered dietitian working with eating disorders, we untangle the complex world of intuitive eating. We dive into the misconceptions surrounding this framework and reveal why it's not a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we confront some troubli…

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Dietitian Review: GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs and What NO ONE is Telling You 22:59

2y ago22:59

22:59

Send me feedback via text! Ever wondered about weight loss drugs, particularly the massively popular GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro? Curious about what they are, how they work, and if they're effective? This episode aims to answer all your questions, review the research, and offer up my honest insights. Special shoutout to @Dr_Idz f…

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From Likes to Loathing: How Social Media Drives Unhealthy Body Image and Disordered Eating (with Jillian Lampert, PhD, RD) 46:01

2y ago46:01

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Send me feedback via text! What if the key to improving our mental health and relationship with food was to take a deeper look at the powerful influence of social media? In this eye-opening conversation, I'm joined by Jillian Lampert, PhD, MPH, RD, LD, FAED, a fellow dietitian and the Chief Strategy Officer for Accanto Health. Dr. Lampert's extensi…

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3 Reasons Why You're Not Seeing Progress With Healing Your Relationship with Food 20:29

2y ago20:29

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Send me feedback via text! You may have a bad relationship with food whether you struggle with feeling stressed with food, binge eating, turning to food for every emotion, or are constantly jumping from one diet to the next. If you're here, I'm guessing you've already started to overcoming this and heal your relationship with food... and it might n…

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Bonus Episode: Penelope's Birth Story 51:13

2y ago51:13

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Send me feedback via text! I've always wanted to record the birth stories of our children, so I'm doing it now in honor of our daughter turning 3 and our son turning 1 this month... and who doesn't love to hear the husband's side of the birth story? 😂 I'm joined today by my husband of 5 years, Vincent Yates aka the father of my beautiful babies. We…

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Bonus Episode: Cillian's Birth Story 55:26

2y ago55:26

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Send me feedback via text! I'm joined once again by my husband, Vincent Yates, to discuss the quick and surreal birth of our son, Cillian (sill-ian) in honor of his 1st birthday this month. This birth was the complete opposite of our daughter and was truly an answer to so many of our prayers. From the birthday party that was supposed to happen that…

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