Ariel Boorstin is the Co-founder and CMO of Cooper, a groundbreaking parenting support system designed to reduce stress, boost confidence, and help parents maximize their time. With Cooper’s expert-led parenting groups, weekly classes, drop-in office hours, one-on-one coaching, and 24/7 expert-moderated chat, it’s an always-on resource for parents at every stage of the journey.

Daya Alexander Grant, Ph.D., CMPC, neuroscientist, yoga teacher, and co-founder of Mindful Sports Collective, explores the critical role of mental health in sports. In this episode, Daya delves into the science of stress management, recovery, and building resilience, offering practical tools for navigating life's challenges with clarity and calm.

Jess Koehler is a Los Angeles based maternity and family photographer whose passion for storytelling is woven into every frame she captures. Jess brings a wealth of technical expertise to her craft, but what truly sets her apart is her keen attention to detail and her deep understanding of production. These qualities, combined with her role as a mother of two, infuse her work with a uniquely authentic perspective.

Maxine L. Johnson is not just an author, co-author, and life coach – she is a transformation specialist and expert speaker, dedicated to guiding women towards taking their lives to the next level. CEO and Founder of WIFE Boss Academy, Maxine shares her experiences and insights on parenting adult children, raising a blended family, and finding balance as a busy woman.

Jennifer Jolorte Doro, co-founder of Chiyo, discusses her background growing up in Southern California to Filipino parents and how her cultural roots influence her approach to nutrition and wellness. She explains how Chiyo uses Eastern food therapy to transform how they nourish mothers in America, focusing on stage and symptom-specific nutritional guidance.

Misha Blaise is an international best-selling author-illustrator whose books have been published in dozens of countries around the world. After designing wall art for global brands, she shifted into making books for kids and adults. She is known for her uplifting content that helps people look at the world in a new way.

Sonali Perera Bridges is an award-winning, dynamic, innovative leader with over 20 years of progressive experience in a wide breadth of educational settings. A lifelong mentor and advocate - particularly for young women - she is the driving force behind the conception of Shero’s Rise and a mother of two vibrant young girls.

Dr. Kumkum Sarkar Patel is a double-board certified gastroenterologist practicing at Providence St. Jude and Providence St. Joseph Heritage Medical Groups in Orange County, CA. Dr. Patel specializes in irritable bowel syndrome, esophageal, and anorectal disorders. She is a passionate motivational speaker, and has spoken nationally about women's health, work-life balance, post-partum depression, burnout, and gut-health related to mental health.

Linda Fruits, the content creator behind the relatable motherhood account @fruitsofmotherhood, mission in life is to normalize the sweet, bitter and bittersweet Fruits of Motherhood, with a side of humor.

Victoria Facelli is an Internationally Board Certified Lactation consultant who just released a new book titled, FEED THE BABY: An Inclusive Guide to Nursing, Bottle-Feeding, and Everything in Between. She wrote Feed the Baby to provide straightforward advice and evidence-based reasoning where bottle and breast are welcomed as equally valuable tools.

As a gesture of my gratitude, the newest Responding to Life episode is a special bonus edition featuring an intention setting meditation guided by me. I hope you enjoy this special edition episode and hope that it encourages you to take time for yourself and nourish your well being.