What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison
Allison Smith, FNP-BC, IFMCP
92 episodes
2 days ago
What the Gut is your go-to podcast for busy moms and women seeking balance, vitality, and whole-body healing. Hosted by Allison, a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and mama of three, this podcast dives into the connection between gut health, faith, and living your best life.
If you’re tired of chronic fatigue, bloating, and feeling overwhelmed, Allison is here to help you uncover the root causes of your health struggles with science-backed strategies and a faith-filled approach. Whether you’re navigating motherhood or simply looking for practical tips to reclaim your energy, you’ll find relatable advice, heartfelt encouragement, and tools to transform your health from the inside out.
Join us for insightful conversations about digestion, stress, nutrition, and wellness, and take the first step toward thriving in your busy life. Disclaimer: Educational content only—not medical advice.
Let’s connect: Instagram @allisongetswell
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What the Gut is your go-to podcast for busy moms and women seeking balance, vitality, and whole-body healing. Hosted by Allison, a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and mama of three, this podcast dives into the connection between gut health, faith, and living your best life.
If you’re tired of chronic fatigue, bloating, and feeling overwhelmed, Allison is here to help you uncover the root causes of your health struggles with science-backed strategies and a faith-filled approach. Whether you’re navigating motherhood or simply looking for practical tips to reclaim your energy, you’ll find relatable advice, heartfelt encouragement, and tools to transform your health from the inside out.
Join us for insightful conversations about digestion, stress, nutrition, and wellness, and take the first step toward thriving in your busy life. Disclaimer: Educational content only—not medical advice.
Let’s connect: Instagram @allisongetswell
89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke
What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison
46 minutes
1 week ago
89. Becoming Calm, Confident, and Connected with Kate Kripke
In this episode of What the Gut, Allison welcomes Kate Kripke, a renowned maternal mental health expert and licensed clinical social worker. Kate is the founder of the Calm Connection System, a program designed to help high-achieving mothers overcome anxiety, guilt, and burnout. With over two decades of experience, Kate shares deep insights into addressing the root causes of maternal stress through nervous system regulation, healing belief systems, and honoring the mind-body connection. Together, they discuss the impact of stress on gut health, strategies to combat burnout, the importance of self-care, and how to change deeply ingrained beliefs. Tune in for science-backed, compassionate advice to truly take charge of your health as a mother.
00:00 Introduction to Kate Kripke and Maternal Mental Health
02:51 Kate's Personal Journey and the Calm Connection System
06:25 Understanding Root Causes of Stress and Anxiety
08:21 Medication and Therapy: Tools and Limitations
10:30 Self-Care and Burnout in Motherhood
17:53 The Impact of Parental Beliefs on Children
22:54 Addressing Guilt and Emotional Health
24:29 Understanding the Role of Emotions
24:52 Challenging Guilt and Parental Expectations
26:37 Repairing Relationships Through Guilt
28:40 Unconscious Hard Wiring and Parenting
31:19 The Calm Connection System
33:36 Working With Your Nervous System
40:31 Stress, Anxiety, and Digestive Health
43:52 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
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Connect with Allison:
Instagram: @allisongetswell
Connect with Kate:
Website: www.katekripke.com
Instagram: @katekripke
Kate’s Podcast: Motherhood Uncut with Kate Kripke
What the Gut: Functional Medicine & Holistic Health with Allison
What the Gut is your go-to podcast for busy moms and women seeking balance, vitality, and whole-body healing. Hosted by Allison, a Functional Medicine Nurse Practitioner, Holistic Health Coach, and mama of three, this podcast dives into the connection between gut health, faith, and living your best life.
If you’re tired of chronic fatigue, bloating, and feeling overwhelmed, Allison is here to help you uncover the root causes of your health struggles with science-backed strategies and a faith-filled approach. Whether you’re navigating motherhood or simply looking for practical tips to reclaim your energy, you’ll find relatable advice, heartfelt encouragement, and tools to transform your health from the inside out.
Join us for insightful conversations about digestion, stress, nutrition, and wellness, and take the first step toward thriving in your busy life. Disclaimer: Educational content only—not medical advice.
Let’s connect: Instagram @allisongetswell
