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Authentically ADHD with Carmen
Where the chaos of ADHD meets self-acceptance, growth, and a whole lot of authenticity
Hi! I'm Carmen, a late-diagnosed ADHDer, ADHD life coach, and early childhood special education teacher who wants to spread awareness, relate to other ADHDers, and have fun while talking and learning about the difficulties, awesomeness, and new research behind the neurodiverse ADHD brain. ARE YOU READY?? Let's get started! carmenauthenticallyadhd.substack.com
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Editors’ Notes: “I want to give everybody the tools to solve their own etiquette problems,” says Nick Leighton, cohost and producer of Were You Raised by Wolves?, a weekly podcast in which he and cohost Leah Bonnema look into the many sticky social situations we all face. “With each of the questions that we get, from the bonkers to the ordinary, I always try to take a step back and ask, ‘What are the bigger principles here?’ I'm always looking for topics that help us make a larger point.” In ...
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Who doesn't love a great conversation... You know those conversations that make you think a little, laugh a lot, and on some occasion pisses you off. It's a Million Things to Say podcast is all about expanding those conversations beyond just our family and friends. By expanding these conversations, Fe Fe Buycks the podcast host hopes to create an open source of conversations. She wants to share the "aha moments", the "what the hell" moments, and definitely those life-altering moments that on ...
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Positivity in Pregnancy and Motherhood with Joslyn Hillam | Positive Pregnancy Mindset | Pregnancy is Hard
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Inspiring pregnant women to find more positivity during their pregnancy through changing their thoughts! As a pregnant woman, are you struggling to enjoy pregnancy? Do you want to feel better in mind and spirit in your calling as a mother of God’s Children during pregnancy but you don’t know how? How about simple, do-able steps, in mind and action, that can help you find peace and contentment without making drastic changes to your daily life? In this podcast you will find the simple, do-able ...
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At Odds With One of Your Children and Feeling Like a Bad Mom
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9:17In motherhood it can be very easy to get short, frustrated or annoyed with your children. Today I share something that is currently on my mind with one of my children. Negative Effects of Sugar in Motherhood Episode Lose Weight Without Counting Calories or Macros **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Positive Pregnancy Prog…
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Pulling Out Chairs, Sharing Photos with AI, Making Unreasonable Demands, and More
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38:13Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about pulling out chairs for others, sharing photos with AI, making unreasonable demands, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.com QU…
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When the Brain Shuts Down: Understanding ADHD Energy Collapses
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7:30Ever felt like someone pulled your battery out mid-sentence? One minute you’re go-go-go, and the next—you’re a human puddle on the couch, brain offline, soul buffering. That, my friend, is an ADHD energy shutdown— a deeply misunderstood, very real experience where our nervous system essentially throws up the "Closed for Business" sign. 🎧 Segment 1:…
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Why Am I Always at Odds With Myself? ADHD and the Tug-of-War Within
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42:11This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit carmenauthenticallyadhd.substack.com In this deep-dive episode, Carmen explores the constant inner conflict many adults with ADHD experience—what psychology calls cognitive dissonance. It's that mental tug-of-war between what we intend to do and what we actually do, often amplified in AD…
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The Journey of Understanding Your ADHD: Embracing the New Reality
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37:48Hi my friend and welcome or Welcome back to Authentically ADHD! I’m your host, Carmen, and today we’re diving deep into the journey of understanding ADHD, specifically from the perspective of those who’ve received a late diagnosis. The world of ADHD is vast, and when you’re diagnosed later in life, it can be like flipping a light switch in your bra…
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It is such a miracle to begin to feel the life move within you! What incredible things are happening in your body and with your baby! Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/93uz44/Success_in_Sex_Second_Trimester_Pregnancy_-_12_8_23_328_PM652sb.mp3 Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmations and their import…
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Denying Food for Higher Goals in Motherhood
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10:24God is there to help us in our endeavors to reach higher goals, whether that is weight loss, happiness in motherhood or in a relationship he can help us. Telling Yourself the Truth Book Negative Effects of Sugar in Motherhood Episode Lose Weight Without Counting Calories or Macros **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental Health (Formerly the Posit…
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Seating Dinner Party Guests, Getting Spray Tans, Using Fake Addresses, and More
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43:02Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle seating dinner party guests, getting spray tans, using fake return addresses, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.com EPISODE CONTENTS AMUSE-BOUCHE: Di…
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ADHD, Self-Trust, and Breaking Free from External Validation
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25:48In this episode of Authentically ADHD, host Carmen explores the complex relationship between ADHD, self-confidence, and the constant need for external validation. For many adults with ADHD, self-worth has often been shaped by a lifetime of criticism, and this episode dives deep into how that reliance on others' approval can undermine self-trust. Ca…
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16 Weeks Pregnant and Dealing with Overwhelm
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16:03You may be getting a glimpse of feeling a little better, which is so exciting but it also may come with you wanting to get more done and feeling overwhelmed by it all. Today I share how to deal with that overwhelm. Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/93uz44/Success_in_Sex_Second_Trimester_Pregnancy_-_12_8_23_328_PM…
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Should Women Lose Baby Weight Between Pregnancies? An Uplifting and Faithful Journey
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13:48Here is my email. I want to know what you think about this episode and the tools used. [email protected] Lose Weight Without Counting Calories or Macros Episode for the beginning of the series on weight-loss: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/szb2cc26t4czhhv9/My_Healthy_Eating_Weightloss_Goals_for_2025_-_1_2_25_1253_PMabtyl.mp3 @idahoso…
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Scheduling Times With "Ish," Chewing Food on Calls, Socializing at Galas, and More
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29:51Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about scheduling appointments with "ish," chewing food while on the telephone, socializing at galas, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyr…
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7 Types of Rest You Didn’t Know Your ADHD Brain Desperately Needs
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34:44In this enlightening episode of Authentically ADHD, host Sunny Sparks takes us on a whimsical journey into the science and art of rest—especially tailored for those of us with ADHD. The episode kicks off with a warm welcome and a reminder that true self-care isn’t one-size-fits-all. Sunny introduces the “ADHD & Rest Tango,” explaining how the uniqu…
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15 Weeks Pregnant || Positive Pregnancy Affirmations with a Godly Focus
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15:13Pregnancy specific affirmations are a key to helping you take care of your mental health during this pregnancy. Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/93uz44/Success_in_Sex_Second_Trimester_Pregnancy_-_12_8_23_328_PM652sb.mp3 Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmations and their importance during pregnancy:…
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Understanding Anhedonia in ADHD Because of the HIGH activity on my post about this, i am releasing this episode EARLY, SURPRISE DOPAMINE; your are welcome :) Introduction Welcome back to Authentically ADHD, where we dive deep into topics that matter to those of us navigating life with ADHD. Today, we're exploring something that many of us can relat…
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Self Control in Weight Loss and Eating Healthy for Moms
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3:56Today I am sharing some about self control in weight loss and eating healthy. I have been reading a book that I really have liked about misbeliefs and telling ourselves the truth. Telling Yourself the Truth by Willam Backus and Marie Chapian Episode for the beginning of the series on weight-loss: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/szb2cc26t4czhhv9/My_…
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Handling Hot Potatoes, Claiming Seats at Buffets, Talking During Musicals, and More
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50:29Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle handling hot potatoes, claiming seats at buffets, talking during musicals, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.com EPISODE CONTENTS AMUSE-BOUCHE: Baked P…
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ADHD Connections: Making and Keeping Friends
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35:31In this episode of Authentically ADHD, we dive into the world of friendships and explore how ADHD shapes the way we connect with others. From childhood playdates to adult coffee catch-ups, maintaining friendships can be uniquely challenging — but also deeply rewarding — for those with ADHD. Using insights from "Let Them" by Mel Robbins and Dr. Bark…
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ADHD and Time Perception: The Struggle with Time Blindness
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4:38Have you ever noticed that your sense of time feels strangely elastic—sometimes minutes drag on endlessly, and other times hours vanish in a blink? If you have ADHD, this experience likely resonates deeply. This phe nomenon, often called "time blindness," significantly impacts everyday life, from managing tasks and deadlines to social interactions …
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Sometimes in pregnancy it can feel like you aren't enough. You aren't a good enough wife, mother, housekeeper, employee, pet owner... but you ARE enough. Success in Second Trimester INTIMACY: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/93uz44/Success_in_Sex_Second_Trimester_Pregnancy_-_12_8_23_328_PM652sb.mp3 Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmati…
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How ADHD and Cognitive Flexibility Clash: Navigating Task Switching with a Neurodivergent Brain
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31:02Hey hey, beautiful brains! In this juicy episode of Authentically ADHD, Carmen dives deep into the wild world of cognitive flexibility — that ninja-like mental skill that helps us pivot, adapt, and switch tasks smoothly. Spoiler alert: it’s not something the ADHD brain does easily. And no, you’re not just “being dramatic” — your brain is literally …
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An Authentic Interview with Robert on Coaching, Growth, and Mental Health
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53:15Dive into the vibrant world of ADHD with "Authentically ADHD"! Hosted by Carmen, a passionate advocate and educator, this podcast explores the unique perspectives and daily triumphs of neurodivergent life. Join us for insightful discussions on navigating relationships, boosting productivity, and embracing personal growth—all through the lens of ADH…
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I know that eating healthy and making those shifts isn't easy but it is a choice that empowers and builds. Episode for the beginning of the series on weight-loss: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/szb2cc26t4czhhv9/My_Healthy_Eating_Weightloss_Goals_for_2025_-_1_2_25_1253_PMabtyl.mp3 @idahosourdoughandfoodsjoslyn **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Men…
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Spring Break: Objecting to Marriages, Watching Strangers' Luggage, Asking for More Chairs, and More
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31:00Etiquette, manners, and beyond! This week, Nick and Leah are enjoying a well-deserved break, but they'll be back next week with an all-new episode. In the meantime, here's one of their favorite episodes from the archives in which they answer listener questions about objecting to marriages, watching strangers' luggage, asking for more chairs, and mu…
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Fact vs. Fiction: The Truth About the ADHD Brain
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29:13Introduction: * Hi there, and welcome—or welcome back—to Authentically ADHD! I’m [Your Name], your host, fellow ADHDer, and your guide through the beautifully chaotic, wildly creative, and sometimes frustrating world of the ADHD brain. * Now, let me ask you something—have you ever heard someone say, “ADHD isn’t real, it’s just an excuse,” or “Oh, e…
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13 Weeks Pregnancy || The Art of Distraction and Feeling Fat
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16:35CONGRATULATIONS! You are about 1/3 of the way through your pregnancy! Today I share mindset tips to help when dealing with morning sickness and if you are beginning to feel fat. Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmations and their importance during pregnancy: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wz5j79/Pregnancy_Affirmations_and_their_Import…
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4 Scripture Verses for Healthy Eating and Weight-loss in Motherhood
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10:21Today I share 4 different scripture verses that help me be strong with my choices of healthy eating. Episode for the beginning of the series on weight-loss: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/szb2cc26t4czhhv9/My_Healthy_Eating_Weightloss_Goals_for_2025_-_1_2_25_1253_PMabtyl.mp3 @idahosourdoughandfoodsjoslyn **Morning Sickness Mini Course for Mental He…
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Spring Break: Sending Signals With Cutlery, Partying in Art Galleries, Flushing Without Permission, and More
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44:20Etiquette, manners, and beyond! This week, Nick and Leah are enjoying a well-deserved break, but they'll be back soon with an all-new episode. In the meantime, here's one of their favorite episodes from the archives in which they tackle sending signals in restaurants with cutlery, going to art gallery openings, flushing dog poop down toilets, and m…
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In this episode titled "ADHD & Time: Mastering Your Day with Routines," we delve into the crucial role routines play in managing time effectively for individuals with ADHD. We explore practical strategies to establish and maintain routines that enhance productivity and reduce stress. From morning rituals to evening wind-downs, we uncover how routin…
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12 Weeks Along, Two SIMPLE Mindset Exercises to Help Nausea Negativity (Miracles & 5 Senses)
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13:38Join in for 12 weeks along and finding mindset tips to help you deal with negative thoughts that can come quick and easy. Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmations and their importance during pregnancy: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wz5j79/Pregnancy_Affirmations_and_their_Importance_during_pregnancy_-_5_9_23_1212_PMapb4y.mp3 Love Foc…
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See more on SUBSTACK: Follow me: Linktree: https://linktr.ee/carmen_irace Join Focused: https://ihaveadhdllc.ontralink.com/t?orid=29951&opid=1 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit carmenauthenticallyadhd.substack.com/subscribe…
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How to be ok with not Eating Birthday Cake with Everyone
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8:10Eating healthy has a lot to do with mindset. Simple mindset shifts can make a difference and help you to have many more small victories which make a big difference over time. Episode for the beginning of the series on weight-loss: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/szb2cc26t4czhhv9/My_Healthy_Eating_Weightloss_Goals_for_2025_-_1_2_25_1253_PMabtyl.mp3 …
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Waving Back by Mistake, Handling Bad Haircuts, Separating Groceries on Belts, and More
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30:54Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah answer listener questions about waiving back to someone by mistake, handling bad haircuts, separating your groceries on supermarket checkout belts, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL…
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Hey everyone! Welcome or welcome back to Authentically ADHD with me, Carmen! How is it going? Isnt it insane that its march already? This time of year, is a particularly hard time for us. We slip into burnout easier, we procrastinate more, as we crave the summer sun and regulated sleep because winter is just too long. I may be talking from personal…
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Week 11 Dealing with Morning Sickness and Boosting your Mental Mood
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16:16Paying attention to your thoughts during this 'morning sickness' time can help you to turn them around and find more positive thoughts. Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmations and their importance during pregnancy: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wz5j79/Pregnancy_Affirmations_and_their_Importance_during_pregnancy_-_5_9_23_1212_PMapb4…
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Living with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) often presents unique challenges, from managing daily tasks to pursuing long-term goals. One effective and scientifically supported strategy to enhance motivation and self-esteem is recognizing and celebrating small achievements. This practice not only fosters a positive mindset but also l…
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My Mistake of "Last Supper-ing" it with Food Choices
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8:18I have realized a bad habit that I am trying to correct. Today I share what that habit is and a new thought process that has helped me when I struggle. Episode for the beginning of the series on weight-loss: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/szb2cc26t4czhhv9/My_Healthy_Eating_Weightloss_Goals_for_2025_-_1_2_25_1253_PMabtyl.mp3 @idahosourdoughandfoods…
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Vacationing at All-Inclusive Resorts, Demanding Cash at Weddings, Using Other People's Waterpiks, and More
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51:44Etiquette, manners, and beyond! In this episode, Nick and Leah tackle vacationing at all-inclusive resorts, demanding cash donations at weddings, using other people's Waterpiks, and much more. Please follow us! (We'd send you a hand-written thank you note if we could.) Have a question for us? Call or text (267) CALL-RBW or visit ask.wyrbw.com EPISO…
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Consistency vs. Persistence: What Works for the ADHD Brain?
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26:09Welcome back to Authentically ADHD, where we explore the realities of living with ADHD—the science, struggles, and strengths. Host Carmen Irace delves into the debate of Consistency vs. Persistence, examining why one is more suited to ADHD brains than the other. This episode challenges conventional productivity wisdom and offers practical insights …
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10 Weeks Along with Negative Nasty Nausea, 4 Tips to help you through
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4:09That nausea can be a real kicker. It can really cause a lot of mental stress and frustration. Today I share 4 tips to help you get through with more positivity. Pregnancy Affirmation Episodes: Pregnancy affirmations and their importance during pregnancy: https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wz5j79/Pregnancy_Affirmations_and_their_Importance_during_pregn…
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I put this one off for a while, 'ignorance is bliss' they say, but I have been 'ignorant for long enough. Time to see how the 'white stuff' (sugar) can affect our bodies. AI overview of Negative Effects of Sugar on Our Bodies: https://www.google.com/search?client=safari&rls=en&q=negative+effects+of+sugar+on+body&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8#vhid=mJU9Y5LK3WLrX…
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