Mom Guilt Podcast
Vanna is the founder & CEO of Your Skincare Expert, simplifying skincare for women on the go. Vanna currently practices as a board-certified nurse practitioner, specializing in dermatology. Her own experiences and research have led her to practice a more holistic approach to overall wellness. She shares these insights with her vibrant community on TikTok and Instagram and, now, Mom Guilt Podcast. The podcast exists to introduce you to the life-changing habits that can create a life you never thought possible. We are not here to get rid of mom guilt, instead, we will give you the tools and systems to get you through whatever season you are in because when you have the right systems, you are able to experience freedom and prioritize yourself.
Episodes
121 episodes
What Your Acne Is Telling You ft. CLEARSTEM Founders
In this episode, Vanna sits down with Danielle Gronich and Kayleigh Christina, co-founders of CLEARstem, to talk all things skincare, acne, and holistic health. They open up about their personal journeys and how those experiences sparked a skin...
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Episode 120
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1:12:10
Finding Joy in Chaos: Living Abundantly with Hannah Keeley
In this episode Vanna talks with Hannah Keeley—America’s #1 Mom Coach, behavioral therapist, and founder of Mom Mastery University—to unpack the truth about “mom brain” and how it actually equips women for motherhood. Together, they reframe the...
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Episode 119
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53:40
Tired of PMS Running Your Life? Let’s Fix That.
In this episode Vanna gets real about hormone imbalance and how it shows up through PMS. With her background in dermatology and holistic wellness, she unpacks what your symptoms are telling you—and how to support your body from the inside out. ...
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Episode 118
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46:30
Put It in the Chat: Everything Has Changed…and Here’s Why
In this episode, we are back chatting as Vanna and her podcast producer, Ari, reflect on the radical transformation of the show—and Vanna’s life—over the past year. From chasing self-help to surrendering to God’s direction, Vanna shares how fai...
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Episode 117
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53:37
Unpacking Mold, Mycotoxins, and Health with PJ Harlow
In this episode, Vanna Padilla sits down with holistic mold expert PJ Harlow to talk about the hidden health effects of mold and how it shows up in our homes—and our bodies. PJ shares her powerful personal story and practical advice to help you...
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Episode 116
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1:16:56
Put It in the Chat: Current Obsessions
In this episode, Vanna Padilla and Ari Kennedy dive into the hottest beauty must-haves and trends for 2025, sharing their honest takes on what’s worth keeping and what needs to go. Ari highlights the products she’s still obsessed with that Vann...
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Episode 115
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47:34
Faith, Joy, and Intentional Living with Lauren Vander Linden
In this episode, Lauren Vander Linden is back and she and Vanna dive into faith, wellness, and the joy-filled chaos of motherhood. From transformative daily habits to navigating tough conversations with grace, they unpack how spiritual growth a...
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Episode 114
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1:13:23
Put It in the Chat: Skincare Frustrations
In this episode of our new "Put It in the Chat" series, dermatology nurse practitioner Vanna Padilla joins Mom Guilt Podcast producer Ari Kennedy to talk all about skincare frustrations. Ari shares her struggles with finding the right products,...
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Episode 113
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34:15
Creating Opportunities for Your Kids: NIL & Smart Strategy with Lachauna Edwards
In this episode, Vanna Padilla sits down with sports attorney Lachauna Edwards to break down NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness)—what it means, how it’s changing the game, and why moms play a crucial role in their child’s success. Whether you're ra...
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Episode 112
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1:01:21
Thermography as a Tool for Wellness with Joanna Parkinson
In this episode, Vanna sits down with her friend and wellness expert, Joanna Parkinson, to unpack the power of thermography—not as a mammogram replacement, but as a tool for understanding your health on a deeper level. From detoxing your lympha...
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Episode 111
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52:11
Building Healthier Homes: Christine Cimabue's Guide to Mold Prevention
In this episode, Vanna chats with Christine Cimabue, founder of Holistic Homes, about creating healthier living spaces. Christine shares her journey from discovering mold in her first home to becoming a leading expert in toxin-free homebuilding...
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Episode 110
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57:37
Your Dream Skin in 2025
In this episode, we're diving into how to achieve your dream skin in 2025—without the overwhelm. Vanna breaks down simple, effective skincare routines that fit into a busy lifestyle while sharing how functional health, holistic beauty,...
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Episode 109
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36:05
My Story: Why Everything Changed
In this episode, Vanna shares her deeply personal journey of faith, transformation, and rediscovering true fulfillment. She opens up about overcoming challenges, surrendering control, and how her renewed relationship with God has radically resh...
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Episode 108
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47:08
Self-Care Habits to Find Peace and Stay Grounded
In this episode, Vanna gets real about juggling a busy life and why self-care isn’t a selfish luxury—it’s a game-changer. She shares her personal ups and downs, how she is setting boundaries better, and daily habits that have made all the diffe...
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Episode 107
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32:17
RECAP: Best in Acne Episodes
RECAP: In this episode, I share our 3 best sober curious episodes. Click on the links below to listen to the entire episode!Episodes:Unveiling the Science of Skin Care:...
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Episode 106
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35:15
Setting Vision for the New Year
In this episode, we dive into the transformative power of setting a God-centered vision for the New Year! Vanna shares how resolutions often fall short due to a lack of structured intention and why aligning personal goals with God's guidance an...
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Episode 105
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35:15
RECAP: Best in Sober Curious Episodes
RECAP: In this episode, I share our 3 best sober curious episodes. Click on the links below to listen to the entire episode!Episodes: The Power of Sobriety ...
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Episode 104
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35:20
Entering the New Year with Peace, Rest and Clarity
In this episode, Vanna dives into how to slow down and soak up some much-needed rest after the holiday chaos. She’s sharing real-life tips for enjoying quality family time, ditching the pressure of New Year’s resolutions, and setting goals that...
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Episode 103
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27:32
Tips for Thriving As A New Mom with Mariela Desantiago
In this episode we chat with Mariela Desantiago, host of the New Mom Talk podcast, about the transformative power of community and self-care during early motherhood. Together, we explore practical ways to prepare for postpartum life, f...
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Episode 102
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34:07
Ditching Diet Culture & Stress with Allison Yamamoto
In this episode, we dive into the critical connection between overtraining, undernourishment, and hormonal health with wellness mentor Allison Yamamoto. She shares her inspiring journey from losing her menstrual cycle to reclaiming her health a...
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Episode 101
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52:34
100th Episode! Mentorship & Consistency with Alex Schauer
In this special 100th episode of the Mom Guilt Podcast, Vanna Padilla opens up about her journey of growth, faith, and finding her stride with the help of mentor and friend, Alex Schauer. Together, they share laughs, stories, and lesso...
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Episode 100
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1:02:57
The Ultimate Guide to Forgiveness with Lauren Vander Linden
In this episode, Vanna sits down with Lauren Vander Linden as they dive into bitterness, forgiveness, and emotional well-being. Together, they explore the inspiration behind Lauren’s book, I Want to Move On: Break Free from Bitterness and D...
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Episode 99
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1:05:39
Rerun! Climbing Kilimanjaro, Failing Forward, & Trusting God's Plan with Rachel Roth
This episode is one of our favorite conversations from the past year, and we’re excited to share it again as a special rerun. Rachel Roth takes us on her inspiring journey of climbing Mount Kilimanjaro and embracing the power of "failing forwar...
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Episode 98
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1:03:25
Sober Curious to Spiritually Aligned - Part 2 with Jenn Kautsch
In this episode Jenn Kautsch of Sober Sis is BACK, with expert insights, shedding light on the physiological and emotional benefits of sober-minded living, as well as the spiritual pull for something more! Vanna and Jenn also talk about the mis...
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Episode 97
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59:57
Mourning What I Thought I Wanted & Embracing God's Blessings
In this episode Vanna dives deep into her process of mourning what she thought she wanted. She talks about how her relationship with God has deepened, and changed everything. While these changes have been sanctifying and hard at times, God has ...
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Episode 96
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27:00