Episódios

  • Angelique de Montbrun is the CMO and COO of Mydoh, a money management platform with subscription-free access designed to help kids and teens manage their own money in a fun and interactive way while giving parents oversight. Mydoh is on a mission to empower youth by giving them an early understanding of money management. The platform gives kids and teens hands-on, real-world experience in responsible earning, saving and spending while allowing parents to guide them.

    Topics discussed:

    Mydoh: What is it? How young you can start money management with kidsBest practices for allowanceAllowance mistakesHow Angelique handles money with her own kidsAnd more!

    For more Angelique de Montbrun/Mydoh, please visit:

    MyDoh on the web

    @MyDohApp on Instagram

    MyDoh Canadian Allowance Report on the web

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Stacey Green is a mom of two and the founder of StaceyGreenLiving. She’s a holistic nutritionist, a content creator and a cookbook author. Her book, You’ll Eat It & You’ll Like It, is not your average cookbook: it’s a comedic approach to cooking that incorporates easy, family-friendly recipes (with a picture on each page!), with humour and a healthy dose of swearing.

    Topics discussed:

    How she became a cookbook author Parenting through rose-coloured glassesComedy and profanityPerfection and feeding kidsAnd more!

    For more Stacey Green, please visit:

    StaceyGreenLiving on the web

    @StaceyGreenLiving on Instagram

    @StaceyGreenLiving on TikTok

    You’ll Eat It & You’ll Like It on Amazon

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Estão a faltar episódios?

    Clique aqui para atualizar o feed.

  • As one of Canada’s most well-known and winsome radio and TV hosts, Josie Dye has had countless conversations with the stars of the music world, and she knows what you really want to know. Her interviews with A-listers—from Chris Martin to Mumford and Sons to Oprah—give Josie the ability to speak the language of celebrities, but she never wavers from her straightforward, fun-loving style that has endeared her to millions and made her a staple of the Canadian broadcasting world. She currently co-hosts the weekday afternoon radio show on CHUM and co-hosts a podcast called Cynthia and Josie’s Unmentionables with Cynthia Loyst. She is also a mom of two boys—one of whom has a rare genetic disorder.

    Topics discussed:

    How Josie got started in the industryThe homebirth versus hospital birth debate Josie had with CynthiaSotos syndrome and having a medically complex childJosie’s broadcasting highlightsBehind the scenes of the radio ecosystemAnd more!

    For more Josie Dye, please visit:

    Josie Dye on the web

    @JosieDye on Instagram

    Cynthia and Josie’s Unmentionables on Apple Podcasts

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Anna Halfpenny is a brand builder with more than 20 years of marketing and brand-building experience. She has helped global and national brands achieve their business goals across every possible section. In 2018, she launched Ruby + Foster, a marketing firm that works directly with founders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs to help them expand their businesses to where they need to be. As of 2021, the firm also caters to smaller businesses.

    Topics discussed:

    What is Ruby + Foster?A successful brand storyThe importance of a brand’s soulThings to consider when branding or rebrandingWhen is a brand dead?Building a personal brandAnd more!

    For more Anna Halfpenny, please visit:

    Ruby + Foster on the web

    @RubyAndFoster on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Roxanne Francis is the founder and CEO of Francis Psychotherapy where the team of therapists provides virtual and in-person mental health, emotional and relationship support to kids, individuals, couples and families across Ontario. Roxanne is also a corporate wellness consultant, keynote speaker and coach to other therapists across the country.

    Topics discussed:

    The number one thing people are calling her practice for right nowAnxiety and why it seems more common these daysHow to ask for helpWhere to begin with talk therapyWellness and finding the pathHealingAnd more!

    For more Roxanne Francis, please visit:

    Francis Psychotherapy on the web

    @FrancisPsychotherapy on Instagram

    @FrancisPsychotherapy on Threads

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Dr. Robin Baweja is a children's mental health specialist, physician and children's book author. She is the owner and founder of Dear Mommy. With years of experience as a pediatrician, Dr. Baweja has become a trusted advocate for child health, particularly in the realm of mental and emotional wellness. Through Dear Mommy, she has curated a unique collection of children's mental health items, including toys, bags and books, aimed at nurturing young minds.

    Topics discussed:

    What is Dear MommyWriting children’s books through the lens of mental healthManaging kids’ anxiety The emotional plush cube and other Dear Mommy toysWhen to worry about your kidsCommunicationAnd more!

    For more Dr. Robin Baweja, please visit:

    Dear Mommy on the web

    The Kids Care Clinic on the web

    @DearMommy_3 on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Dani Kagan and Victoria Marshman are former competitive dancers and know the importance of taking care of your physical health, which starts with supportive slippers at home. You may have seen them on Dragon’s Den earlier this year. It’s their mission to help women invest in slippers that have unparalleled support without ever having to compromise on style. With ergonomic features including arch support and temperature control, our slippers help to alleviate foot pain, improve women’s body biomechanics and support women day in and day out through all of life's busy moments.

    Topics discussed:

    Dani and Victoria’s business partnership togetherHow dancers taught themselves how to be businesswomenStarting Mave & Chez through KickstarterBeing on Dragon’s DenTaking time to build a team around youWhat’s next for themAnd more!

    For more Mave & Chez, please visit:

    Mave & Chez on the web

    @MaveAndChez on Instagram

    @MaveAndChez on TikTok

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Meredith Shaw is the co-host of Breakfast Television, a radio host with CHFI, a model, a style expert and, of course, a mom. She recently launched a 10-dress collection at PENN. called Get Dress’d with Meredith. PENN. (formerly known as Pennington’s) is Canada’s premiere destination for plus-size fashion, ranging from sizes 14 to 32. At PENN.’s core, they believe that women deserve to experience the freedom that comes with feelings confident in their clothing.

    Topics discussed:

    Meredith’s storyHow she got started in the style space—and her involvement in her styling at Breakfast TelevisionThe PENN. x Get Dress’d with Meredith edit and what it means to herWhat’s next for her in fashionAnd more!

    For more Meredith Shaw, please visit:

    @MeredithShaw on Instagram

    PENN x Get Dress’d with Meredith collection on the web

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • In this first time ever interview, Alana and her husband Matthew Kantor are in studio together for an intimate moment, discussing their relationship, how they met, and the family dynamics. 
     
    Topics include:
    - how they met
    - their kid’s personalities
    - a deep and very triggering retelling of their son Henry’s near death experience. 
     
    Trigger warning: child illness and near death

  • Melanie Ng is a host and anchor at CityNews 24/7 middays, a professional storyteller, an award-winning journalist, a teacher, a speaker, a communications specialist and a mom of one.

    Topics discussed:

    Why she decided to leave Breakfast TelevisionWhat her day-to-day looks like nowBeing part of the generation that’s trying to do it allWhat’s up next—and how it fits into her new lifeHer favourite interviews everAnd more!

    *Please note that this episode was recorded before Melanie announced her new role at CityNews.*

    For more Melanie Ng, please visit:

    @TheMelanieNg on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Michelle Barron is a mom of two and an optometrist in North York. She’s been in practice for over a decade, focusing on pediatric and family care. As both an eye doctor and a mom in her 30s, she found herself searching for eye care and skin care products that were not only effective but also safe for her eyes and her patients’ eyes. This led her to help start-up and manage Eyesthetics, a medi-spa offering eye and skin treatments that prioritize the health and safety of our eyes. They offer injectables, including Botox and filler, and skin tightening and firming treatments, such as radio-frequency micro-needling and Intense Pulse Light.

    Topics discussed:

    Pregnancy and postpartum eyecare Dry eye diseaseChanges to our eyes we can expect as we ageHow cosmetics and beauty treatments affect our eyesCommon aesthetic eye concerns (and how to treat them)Makeup recommendations for eye careTikTok makeup (and eyecare) trendsAnd more!

    For more Michelle Baron, please visit:

    Eyes on Sheppard on the web

    Eyesthetics on the web

    @eyecaremom on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Kieran Powers is a mom and the founder of Becoln, a place for families navigating a difficult path to parenthood to find their beacons of light in the darkness. She was inspired to start Becoln because of her own journey and her three boys: Beckett, who died shortly after he was born; Lincoln, who was born at 22 weeks and spent four and a half months in the NICU; and Remy, who was born via surrogacy. She provides coaching, consulting and products, like preemie milestone cards and remembrance candles.

    Topics discussed:

    Her path to becoming a motherWhat Becoln isIncluding Beckett in the everydayTools for tackling grief with kidsAnd more!

    For more Kieran Powers, please visit:

    Becoln on the web

    @becoln_ on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Nicole Simons is a mom and a wealth management advisor, financial literacy advocate and part owner of CPN Financial Services. She takes pride in equipping women with the wealth management products they need to protect, diversify and grow their financial assets. Her career is rooted in more than 10 years of client-centred customer service. As a licensed insurance broker, she provides financial advice to help protect her clients at every stage of their life. She works closely with entrepreneurs and other hardworking individuals to help them get clarity about their current finances.

    Topics discussed:

    How to secure your financial fenceThe importance for business owners to protect their income with disability insuranceWhy women need to get critical illness insurance early in lifeCreating generational wealth with life insuranceWhy children need life insurance at an early ageInvesting: It’s crucial for your financial futureAnd more!

    For more Nicole Simons, please visit:

    CPN Financial Services on the web

    @advisoronthego on Instagram

    @advisoronthego on TikTok

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Odette Peek is a psychedelic integration coach and guide. She holds a degree in clinical and social psychology, and a diploma in social service work, with a varied scope of experience. In her work at Spiritual Alliance, Odette draws on integrative, holistic approaches such as mind-body therapy, relational and family counselling and mindfulness, and she has extensive experience in guiding and supporting her clients with challenging circumstances such as interpersonal conflict, trauma, grief, anxiety and depression.

    Topics discussed:

    How Odette came into plant medicineWhat is plant medicine?A bit about Alana’s experience with OdetteThe plant medicine ceremonyHow music and essence play a role in the ceremonyThe general fear of psychedelicsOdette’s upcoming Soul Journey Retreat in Costa RicaAnd more!

    For more Odette Peek, please visit:

    Spiritual Alliance on the web

    Spiritual Alliance on Instagram

    Soul Journey Retreat in Costa Rica on the web

    [email protected] by email

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Marlie Cohen is a mom of two, a fitness trainer and the brain (and face!) behind Kale + Krunches as well as the founder of Bounce Forward Co., a health and fitness app for busy moms.

    Topics discussed:

    How fitness fits into their livesMindset and reframingWellness—for yourself and modelling for your kidsMotherhoodSocial media and content creationBounce Forward Co.And more!

    For more Marlie Cohen, please visit:

    Marlie Cohen on the Mom Halo Show in 2023

    Kale + Krunches on the web

    Bounce Forward Co. on the web

    Kale + Krunches on Instagram

    Marlie Cohen on TikTok

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Chloe Alleyne is a mom of two, a content creator, a certified personal trainer, a group fitness instructor, and a certified pre-and postnatal fitness specialist. She’s on a mission to inspire moms and busy women to embrace their strongest selves and take charge of their well-being.

    Alex Trimble is a mom of two, an entrepreneur, a radio and television voice actor, and a content creator who wants to show women that they can have it all.

    Together, they co-host the CYBEX Hot Mom Walk podcast, and are looking for the next CYBEX Mama Mentors to host the podcast, lead their own in-person walks to build mindfulness and companionship to bring Canadian mamas closer.

    Topics discussed:

    What is a CYBEX Hot Mom Walk? Mama mentors—what makes a great one?Influencers and gaining trust in their communitiesProviding value to your communityBiggest learnings a momsListening to your followers as an influencerContent creation tips and tricksThe power of being authenticAnd more!

    For more Alex Trimble and Chloe Alleyne, please visit:

    Alex Trimble on Instagram

    Chloe Alleyne on Instagram

    Hot Mom Walk on the web

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Brittnei Gaudi is a mom of two and the founder of wellnested Living Co. She’s a professional organizer and a tamer of chaos, as well as a corporate escapee on a mission to simplify her own life—and do the same for her clients. She helps busy families optimize their homes so they can focus less on the “stuff” and more on what matters. She is a vibe creator, a potential spotter, a space finder and an order seeker. A detail-obsessed priority juggler, experienced DIY-er, skilled flipper and the manifestor of that indescribable but totally palpable feeling of home,

    Topics discussed:

    Decision fatigue and leaking energyBite-sized tips for getting out the door every dayOverstimulation due to clutter: Is it a thing?The embarrassment and shame of our “mess”Getting our kids to keep their spaces cleanMaternal mental healthStarting smallAnd more!

    For more Brittnei Gaudio, please visit:

    wellnested Living on the web

    Free decluttering checklist

    well.nested.living on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Wendy Gordon is a speech-language pathologist with 25 years of experience working with children 18 months and older, both in person and via teletherapy. Her focus in therapy is keeping things fun and functional—getting the whole family involved in meaningful, individualized and engaging ways. Her passion for what she does is evident in her relationships with her clients…and in her amazing Instagram page with tips and tricks anyone can use.

    Topics discussed:

    How COVID affected speech in little onesReasons and therapy for a lispTools parents might need if there are speech delaysThe importance of the tongue in languageA familiar listener and an unfamiliar listener—and what age should children be understoodWhat is disfluency—and is it an issue?Speaking multiple languages in the homeTricks for pronouncing RsAnd more!

    For more Wendy Gordon, please visit:

    Words with Wendy on the web

    @wordswithwendyslp on Instagram

    @wordswithwendy on TikTok

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Alexa Torontow is a Toronto-based naturopathic doctor who works in maternal health care—helping moms and moms-to-be from preconception through to postpartum to ensure their care is not falling through the cracks and to help them feel truly well. Being a mom is not a diagnosis and there are small shifts that can impact your overall wellbeing.

    Topics discussed:

    How Alexa’s practice works and how she came into naturopathic medicineThe benefits of naturopathic medicine, especially when it comes to matrescenceThe importance of vitamin DThe concept of true wellness Vitamins, supplements and adaptogensMovement, weight training and finding something you like to doFinding joy outside of being a momCombatting sugar cravingsAnd more!

    For more Alexa Torontow, please visit:

    Alexa Torontow on the web

    @dr.alexatorontow on Instagram

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.

    **Disclaimer: All opinions of our guests are their own and in no way represent those of Alana Kayfetz.

  • Jennifer House is a mom of three from Calgary and a registered dietitian who runs First Step Nutrition, a private practice that helps make feeding families easier with a focus on picky eaters and starting solids. Her book, The Parents’ Guide to Baby-Led Weaning, is a great resource for anyone with kids starting solids, including tips, recipes and more.

    Topics discussed:

    Why kids are afraid to try new foods (8 reasons!)Division of responsibilities in feeding kidsThe benefits of eating together as a familyWhat is baby-led weaning and what are the benefits?Recommended foods to start baby-led weaning withMeal planning and cooking forwardBest practices for beveragesAnd more!

    For more Jennifer House, please visit:

    First Step Nutrition on the web

    @FirstStepNut on Instagram

    The Parents’ Guide to Baby-Led Weaning on the web

    *Warning—this podcast is completely unfiltered. If you are around young children, we suggest headphones.