The Secret KeepHers

In this episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I sit down with sister duo Britney Suttner and Andrea Renkas for a deeply meaningful conversation about motherhood, healing, community, and what it really looks like to support families holistically. What started for them in the fitness world—during Andrea's early postpartum experience—slowly revealed a much bigger need: women and families were navigating pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood without clear education, trusted resources, or real community support. From that lived experience, Motherhood Alliance was born. We talk about how motherhood can shift identity, how overwhelm becomes normalized, and why asking for help is not a weakness—it's wisdom. Brittany and Andrea share how their work evolved from fitness coaching into education, connection, and ultimately building a centralized wellness directory for families in Northeast Wisconsin. This conversation is about more than business. It's about purpose, seasons of life, collaboration over competition, and lifting others as we heal ourselves. If you've ever felt like you were carrying too much alone, this episode is for you. What We Talk About in This Episode How motherhood can quietly disconnect women from themselves Why postpartum education is often missing—and why it matters The emotional, mental, and physical toll of doing it all alone Building community as a form of healing and prevention Pivoting in business as seasons of life change Supporting small, heart-centered wellness businesses Asking for help in motherhood, business, and life Creating access to holistic and integrative family care Key Takeaways I don't have to do motherhood—or healing—alone Community support changes outcomes for families Education before pregnancy impacts postpartum recovery It's okay to pivot when my life evolves Collaboration creates more healing than competition Asking for help is an act of strength About My Guests Britney Suttner and Andrea Renkas are the sister team behind Motherhood Alliance, a wellness-focused community created to support families seeking a more holistic, connected, and empowered approach to health. Rooted in their own journeys as moms and entrepreneurs, they help parents find trustworthy local providers, wellness experts, and family resources—without the overwhelm. Their work centers on whole-person wellbeing, community care, and making it easier for families to access supportive, integrative options close to home. Through their directory, community events, and conversations on their podcast, Brittany and Andrea are passionate about uplifting both families and the small wellness businesses that serve them—strengthening communities one relationship at a time. How to Connect with Motherhood Alliance 🌐 Website: motherhoodalliance.com 📱 Instagram: @motherhoodalliance 📘 Facebook: Motherhood Alliance 🎧 Podcast: Motherhood Alliance (available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more) ✉️ Email: [email protected] My Closing Reflection This conversation reminded me how powerful it is when women listen to their own experience and respond with service. Motherhood Alliance exists because Brittany and Andrea paid attention to what was missing—and chose to build it. If you're a mom, caregiver, or family looking for support… or a wellness professional wanting to serve from the heart… I hope this episode helps you feel seen, supported, and less alone. Learning from life, leading with love. —Corinne 💜  

In this honest and heartfelt conversation, I sit down with Cassie Groeschl—registered dietitian, mom of three, and founder of Wellness That Fits—to talk about burnout, brain health, and what it means to rediscover balance in a season of constant doing. Cassie opens up about her own turning point as a high-achieving mom, how she learned to slow down, and the mindset and lifestyle changes that helped her find peace and purpose again. Together, we explore how nutrition, rest, and self-compassion can help women move from overwhelm to wholeness. This episode offers hope, relatable stories, and practical ways to realign your energy, your values, and your life. 🗣️ Featured Quotes Cassie Groeschl: "When I looked at my calendar, my values weren't showing up there—and that was my wake-up call." Corinne Zuleger: "We think we can do it all, until our bodies and hearts whisper the truth: it's time to slow down and realign with what really matters." 🔗 Connect with Cassie Instagram: @wellnessthatfits Website + Work with Cassie: wellnessthatfits.com Podcast: Wellness That Fits Podcast 💞 Connect with Me Website: corinnezuleger.com Instagram: @corinne_zuleger  Work with Me: Schedule a Breakthrough Call at corinnezuleger.com Interested in being a guest on The Secret Keephers podcast?  Email me @[email protected] to schedule a podcast interest meeting. 

On this episode of The Secret KeepHers, I sit down with the incredible Barry Shimelfarb—founder of Carmel Retreats and steward of Cuddle Doon, known as the Lost Cottage of Carmel. This conversation is deeply moving and full of the kind of wisdom that shows us healing is never just about medicine. It is about place, community, connection, and opening ourselves to the light that is always available. In 2019, as a single father raising twin boys, Barry was diagnosed with advanced cancer. Multiple surgeries and radiation left him unable to swallow and facing a frightening prognosis. During that time, his family's historic Carmel cottage became his refuge. Planting lavender, walking the shoreline, and resting beneath ancient oak trees became simple rituals of hope that helped sustain him physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Supported by community, nature, and an unwavering belief in healing, Barry not only endured—he healed. Two years later, he was declared cancer-free. Out of gratitude, Barry transformed the cottage into a sanctuary for others navigating illness, grief, burnout, or major life transitions. Carrying forward the legacy of its builder, educator and spiritual thinker Eliza Yocum, Barry sees himself as the home's steward—continuing a century-long lineage of restoration, creativity, and renewal. Through Carmel Retreats, he now offers deeply personal, boutique healing stays and his giveback initiative, Postcards of Healing, which gifts free retreat nights during calendar gaps to individuals in need. In This Episode – How Barry turned personal adversity into a mission of service – The healing power of grounding, gardening, ritual, and nature – The mystical history of Cuddle Doon and its 1920s creative lineage – How the Postcards of Healing program works – Why we hide our gifts and how to allow more light into our lives – What gratitude, place, and community mean in true healing Barry's Bio Barry Shimelfarb Founder of Carmel Retreats • Steward of Cuddle Doon In 2019, as a single father raising twin boys, Barry was diagnosed with advanced cancer. The family's historic Carmel cottage became his refuge and source of strength during his healing journey. Two years later, he was declared cancer-free. Out of gratitude, Barry transformed the cottage—built a century ago by educator and spiritual thinker Eliza Yocum—into a sanctuary for others seeking rest, renewal, and emotional restoration. Through Carmel Retreats and his Postcards of Healing initiative, he offers boutique healing experiences and gifts free retreat stays during calendar gaps to people in need. Connect with Barry Website: carmelretreats.com Instagram: @carmel.retreats Facebook: Carmel Retreats Connect with Me, Corinne Zuleger I help women feel confident, strong, and joyful by guiding them back to their worth, their voice, and their true selves. If you are ready to step into confidence, healing, and inner peace, I would love to support you. Website: corinnezuleger.com Email: [email protected] Schedule a complimentary 30-minute Breakthrough Call Podcast: The Secret KeepHer Interested in being a guest on The Secret Keephers podcast? Email me at [email protected] to set up a 15 minute podcast interest interview. 

In this episode of The Secret KeepHers Podcast, I talk with Intuitive Healer and Soul Mission Coach, Wendy Luk, about turning pain into purpose. Wendy shares how a season of deep struggle—insomnia, depression, loss, and heartbreak—became the doorway to her healing journey. Through meditation and energy work, she found her calling: helping Lightworkers and purpose-driven professionals align with their higher mission. We discuss what it means to experience a "dark night of the soul," how stuck energy shows up as fear, doubt, or overwhelm, and how we can release what no longer serves us. Wendy's golden takeaway? "We are here to create, to evolve, and to balance." Her message is a reminder that healing isn't about fixing—it's about remembering our power and coming home to who we truly are. Connect with Wendy Email: [email protected] Website: wendyluk.com Instagram: @wendy.luk Facebook / LinkedIn: @soulwendyluk Connect with Me Visit corinnezuleger.com to learn more about The Secret KeepHers Podcast and my work in self-acceptance, healing, and transformation. *]:pointer-events-auto [content-visibility:auto] supports-[content-visibility:auto]:[contain-intrinsic-size:auto_100lvh] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:9b232ac7-0323-4f63-9e63-8df1906db45a-9" data-testid= "conversation-turn-20" data-scroll-anchor="true" data-turn= "assistant"> 💫 Interested in being a guest on The Secret KeepHers Podcast? Connect with me at [email protected] to schedule a 15-minute interest interview.      

In this week's episode of The Secret Keephers Podcast, I have a powerful and deeply human conversation with Erin Wood about her journey from chronic illness and depression to a life rooted in self-love, spiritual connection, and service. Erin was diagnosed with fibromyalgia at just 16 and later with lupus and a rare blood clotting disorder. She spent decades navigating pain, misdiagnosis, and even multiple strokes, all while searching for answers and hope. Her story is one of incredible resilience, neuroplasticity, and spiritual awakening. In our conversation, Erin opens up about the rock-bottom moment that became her turning point, how CBD oil and mindset work supported her healing, and the profound impact that reconnecting with God and learning to love herself had on her life. This episode is a beautiful reminder that healing isn't linear—and that even when our bodies falter, our spirits can rise. I can't wait for you to hear Erin's story. 👤 About Erin Wood Erin Wood is an ICF-certified ontological life coach, certified spiritual companion, and founder of Empower ME Coaching LLC. Her path to coaching began through her own remarkable journey of resilience—navigating chronic illness from the age of 16, surviving four strokes in her thirties, and facing years of feeling like she was barely surviving. Through the practice of self-love and deep personal growth, Erin transformed her life—rebuilding her health, reclaiming her confidence, and stepping into her power. She went from struggling to stand for 20 minutes at a time to finding joy and freedom in movement again, curling alongside her husband, and building a thriving coaching practice. Today, Erin helps others see themselves as whole, capable, and powerful—guiding them to create lives filled with freedom, joy, and purpose. 🔗 Connect with Erin 🌐 empowermecoachingllc.com 📧 [email protected] Facebook LinkedIn Instagram