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Rachelle Heinemann (LMHC, LPC, CEDS) and Gila Glassberg talk Intuitive Eating in real life — what makes it hard, what helps, and how to move toward food freedom with more trust, flexibility, and self-compassion. Reach out to Rachelle here:Brave on Purpose (workbook)WebsiteGroup Practice Website (Bergen Mental Health Group)  Podcast (Spotify) Newsletter Rachelle Heinemann, LMHC, LPC, CEDS Book a session with me here: Contact

In this episode, Gila interviews Anastasia Young, a pelvic floor physical therapist based in Long Island and Manhattan, for an in-depth conversation on pelvic floor health, mindful movement, and holistic physical therapy. Anastasia shares her journey from professional athletics to pelvic floor therapy and explains how posture, breath, alignment, and movement patterns impact pain, incontinence, constipation, and overall women’s health. They discuss common pelvic floor symptoms, why Kegels aren’t always the solution, the role of fascia and emotions in chronic pain, and how gentle movement practices like Pilates can support long-term healing. This episode is ideal for anyone interested in women’s health, pelvic floor therapy, physical therapy, chronic pain relief, and holistic wellness, and for those seeking a more compassionate approach to health beyond weight and BMI. Want to work with Gila Glassberg?Gila is a registered dietitian offering a weight-inclusive, body-respectful approach to health and nutrition. 📞 570-878-3642 Email: [email protected] IG:@gila.glassberg.intuitiveRD Anastasia Young is a pelvic floor physical therapist located in Long Island and Manhattan Reach out to her at: Email: [email protected] IG: @young_health_and_fitness

In this solo episode, Gila Glassberg reflects on personal experiences and recent life updates. She opens up about the birth of her daughter, Shulamis Tehila, and her progress on an upcoming ecookbook. Gila explores the cultural and emotional significance of food in Jewish traditions, particularly during Chanukah, while addressing the pressures of body image, societal expectations, and weight concerns. She also shares her reflections on a 2023 blog post about the connection between Chanukah, diet culture and anti-Semitism, emphasizing the importance of staying grounded in Jewish values and traditions. Throughout the episode, Gila highlights the emotional role food plays in connecting people and stresses the importance of approaching food with joy and intuition, rather than fear or restriction. Gila also opens up about her experiences as a mother, particularly her daughter Shulamis' arrival and how motherhood has shaped her approach to online sharing and privacy. She reflects on two inspiring books she read about women overcoming drug addiction, despite their controversial nature. Gila also introduces a blog post, "What's the Scariest Part of Chanukkah," which explores the deeper layers of the holiday. Moving to Chanukah traditions, Gila explains the origins of eating fried foods, linking it to the miracle of the oil lasting for eight nights. She also touches on current events, particularly the rise in anti-Semitic sentiment following the October 2023 Hamas attack, and encourages her audience to focus on the true meaning of the holiday rather than societal pressures on food and body image. Gila shares personal stories about her children, including her son's birth and how she chose her daughter’s name, Tehila, as a tribute to her late mother. She describes the importance of naming a child shortly after birth and reflects on the impact of her mother’s joy-filled life. Gila updates listeners on her cookbook project, which includes easy, yummy, nutritious recipes and personal stories about the emotional and cultural significance of food. She shares a personal story about a recipe that went well and how the process of cooking brings her joy. Gila also touches on her evolution from struggling with food as a teenager to becoming a dietitian who creates family-friendly, emotionally nourishing recipes. Further, Gila discusses how food connects people and how cultural meals, like those in Jewish traditions, hold deep meaning. She also shares a heartwarming note from a client who worked with her on body positivity and who named their daughter Penina, symbolizing transformation. Finally, Gila talks about her journey to self-love and body positivity, highlighting the importance of food not just for nourishment, but for connection, joy, and emotional well-being. She briefly discusses her thoughts on weight loss medications like Ozempic, stressing that genuine connections are based on who we are, not our outward appearance. As the episode wraps up, Gila reflects on the irony of avoiding fried foods during Chanukah, a holiday centered on oil, and ties it into her personal story. She closes by encouraging feedback and announcing the upcoming ecookbook project, inviting listeners to engage and collaborate. Check out the blog post here Reach out to work with me here! Check out some free recipes here!

Tova shared her journey into doula work, emphasizing her role in providing emotional support and creating calm environments 4 birthing mothers, while Gila described her experience as a doula client and the benefits of having doula support during labor. They discussed the transformative power of birth, the importance of postpartum recovery, & self-care. Tova shared her journey into doula work, which began when she took a course to support her daughters in labor. She realized the importance of providing information & emotional support during pregnancy, labor, and postpartum, & decided 2 pursue doula certification. Tova emphasized her role in creating a calm environment & advocating for mothers, drawing parallels between her teaching experience and her work as a doula. She expressed a deep faith in Hashem's plan during the birthing process, highlighting the unpredictability and spiritual aspects of birth. Tova currently dedicates herself full-time to doula work, having stopped subbing in September to focus on her passion, and prays each morning for the strength to be an effective shaliach for birthing mothers. Gila shared her experience of having Tova as a doula for her fifth birth, emphasizing the importance of having a doula and expressing regret for not having one for her previous births. She described her journey through 4 births, including having her mother present for the first, a faster 2nd birth, a challenging third birth involving a C-section after her mother's death, and a 4th birth with a doula who offered phone coaching. Gila highlighted Tova's preparation and support during her fifth birth, noting the value of having a doula for first-time mothers who lack prior experience. Gila shared her experience with VBAC and the challenges of planning a trip to Romimu during her pregnancy - a few days before her due date. Gila shared her experience of having a doula during labor, expressing gratitude for the physical and emotional support she received. She recalled feeling nervous about having another C-section but found comfort in the doula's assistance, including managing pain and advocating for her needs. Tova emphasized the importance of individualized care and acknowledged the challenges of labor, while also highlighting Gila's strength and resilience throughout the process. Gila and Tova discussed the transformative power of birth & the importance of body positivity and self-love. Tova shared her experience as a doula & the impact of her work, including her involvement with Medicaid-insured clients. They also talked about the challenges of postpartum recovery and the importance of self-care, with Tova suggesting small steps like taking 10 minutes for oneself and utilizing available resources. You can reach Tova at [email protected] or at (917) 582-6966. If you'd like 2 reach out to me - email me at [email protected] or 570-878-3642. PS- Here is the beautiful text my past client shared with me "We named our little girl Penina. Penina means a pearl. Formed quietly, deep within an oyster, protected and unseen, growing layer by layer until something precious and beautiful emerges. So too, this little girl grew inside of me in the most private, sacred way, and she entered the world in the quiet of our home — a beginning that was gentle, inward, and full of meaning. Carrying her and bringing her into the world felt like a climax to my self love and body positivity journey — the moment proved once more that my body is something powerful, capable, and beautiful. Penina reminds us that what’s inside matters most — her sweetness, her strength, her neshama — yet like a pearl, she is also beautiful on the outside, and we want her to grow up knowing and embracing both. Her name holds all of that: the quiet growth, the inner worth, the outer glow, and the hope that she will always feel at home in herself, just as she helped me feel at home in mine."

About Dr. Chaya Leiba KopernickChaya Leiba Kopernick is a clinical psychologist, educator, and host of the Therapy Should Work Summit. She is passionate about evidence-based therapy, body image awareness, and helping individuals cultivate healthier relationships with themselves and others. Our ConversationChaya Leiba and I spoke about body image, health, and motherhood—exploring what it means to prioritize well-being without tying it to body size. We discussed the resurgence of diet culture and the pressures surrounding thinness, especially with the rise of Ozempic. Together, we reflected on our experiences with pregnancy, body changes, and the discomfort that often comes with body-related comments. We explored how “health” is frequently conflated with appearance, and how labeling foods as “healthy” or “unhealthy” can complicate our relationship with food—especially as mothers raising children. Chaya shared her balanced approach to nutrition, homemade meals, and consistent health routines, while we both emphasized that true health extends beyond body image. Our conversation closed with reflections on self-acceptance, body diversity, and the importance of advocating for ourselves in the medical system while thinking critically about health trends. 👉 Learn more about Chaya’s work and the upcoming Therapy Should Work Summit 🌐 therapyshouldwork.com — Sign up for The Therapy Should Work Event (Nov 9–12, 2025) and join thousands of people learning what actually helps mental health get better. About Gila GlassbergI’m Gila Glassberg, a registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counselor. I help women rebuild trust with food, make peace with their bodies, and live in alignment with their values. Through my practice, Get Intuit with Gila, I offer nutrition counseling, workshops, and online courses rooted in intuitive eating and Jewish values. 🌐 Website: www.gilaglassberg.com📸 Instagram: @gila.glassberg.intuitiverd▶️ YouTube: Get Intuit with Gila

Hello everyone and welcome back to another episode of Get INTUIT with Gila. Today, we are speaking with Jessica Jones from Diabetes Digital. We cover all things diabetes/prediabetes which I find that many people are confused about or misinformed. I am so glad to put this episode out there and tell you about these 2 amazing dietitians who have a group practice and who also take insurance! A bit about Wendy and Jessica and how to reach them: Wendy Lopez and Jessica Jones are nationally recognized Registered Dietitian Nutritionists and Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialists. With over a decade of clinical experience, they have helped thousands of individuals improve their relationship with food and achieve better health outcomes. Wendy and Jessica are the co-founders of Diabetes Digital, an insurance-covered telehealth platform designed for women of diverse backgrounds to manage and prevent diabetes through 1:1 virtual nutrition counseling. Through their previous work with Food Heaven, Wendy and Jess have made a lasting impact on nutrition and wellness, promoting healthier relationships with food and inclusive health education. The Food Heaven Podcast, boasting 6 million downloads, explores evidence-based nutrition, mental health, HAES, intuitive eating, and body respect. To book a virtual diabetes or prediabetes nutrition counseling session with a Diabetes Digital registered dietitian, click here: diabetesdigital.co/patient.  If you are a healthcare provider and you would like to refer a patient, you can do so here: ⁠diabetesdigital.co/refer If you would like to learn more about Intuitive Eating, listen to all the other great podcast episodes wherever you listen to podcast. Sign up for a free 20 minute consultation with me here https://gilaglassberg.com/scheduling/

In today's episode, I had the privilege of interviewing Bracha Poliakoff, the author of Reclaiming Dignity. This episode is all about reclaiming your true self and your true values. The Second Edition of the book is FINALLY out and available for purchase. Here is the Amazon link for the book: https://amzn.to/4bCAREQ. Check out more of Bracha's work here: website: www.reclaimingdignity.com  Instagram: reclaimingdignity

Where Have I Been? That is a great question. I must ask myself this question. I have been busy with life. My personal life. My business. I have felt burnt out. I have just been living my regular life and taking a break from this podcast even though I absolutely love doing the podcast. Here is just a short little tidbit about what's going on by me. What's been going on with you? I would have to hear from you so reach out to me at [email protected] with any questions/comments/concerns and podcast requests! Thanks for listening and have a great day!

Chanie Wallin - the owner of Sorority Boutique, located in Lakewood NJ came on the podcast today. She shares her story with us of how this unique store came to be. As you will hear, this really is a unique store. Chanie is 100% catering to the frum girls and women in the frum community by selling the exact same clothing as the non plus size stores. And why shouldn't we all have access to the same types of clothing and styles? Sorority was born from Chanie's passion to fill a void in the fashion industry, providing stylish, youthful and fashionable designs for plus size women in a market where such options were scarce. Known for her commitment to exceptional customer service, Chanie creates welcoming and joyful shopping experiences, empowering her customers with confidence and style. This store is the only of it's kind. People travel from near and far to shop for their entire wardrobe. I appreciate Chanie's down to earth approach to body positivity. She firmly believes in dressing your best can help you feel your best. And I do agree with her! Check out the store here: https://www.instagram.com/sorority_boutique/?hl=en Thank you for listening! Follow me on instagram @ gila.glassberg.intuitiveRD. Check out the website at gilaglassberg.com for more interviews, blog posts and recipes! I am wishing you all the luck and positivity on your next shopping spree!

Today, Adina and I explore many topics. Starting from how she began her private practice as a PA out of her home to her opinion on Ozempic to balancing everything going on in her busy life. What I love about Adina and what I was able to see as her patient as well as her colleagues is that she does not take a "one size fits all approach" at all! Every patient that she sees is a whole life and a whole story and she will treat them according. At the same time she is fast and efficient. She knows we are all busy with a lot to juggle so she will get you in and out of her office in no time. Like Adina says herself "she is an adrenal junkie." She thrives on the busyness of her life and our whole community gets to benefit from that. I didn't agree with everything Adina said regarding Ozempic. We all have a unique lens as to how we see the issue of weight loss drugs. I appreciate where she is coming from and we were able to respectfully disagree. Still - I know some of you may not appreciate everything in this episode and I would love to hear your feedback. Never hesitate to reach out at [email protected] with questions/comments/feedback and anything else! If you are ready to heal your relationship with food- book your free 20 minute consultation at gilaglassberg.com. While you are there check out courses you can purchase and other free resources like podcasts like this one and free recipes. Be on the look out for my new e-cookbook with lots more easy, nutritious, family friendly recipes! More about Adina Erez: Adina earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Touro University before going on to attend Pace University- Lenox Hill Hospital Physician Assistant Program where she graduated with honors. After gaining years of clinical experience in Surgery and Medicine at Staten Island University, ERDOX, and Community Urgent Care. Adina then built Bleu Glove Concierge from the ground up, fueled by her dream to provide quality, compassionate and intuitive care to both children and adults in her community.Bleu Glove Concierge also specializes in corporate medicine; providing businesses, schools and Institutions with a wide array of health and wellness services.Bleu Drips is the Wellness Branch of Bleu Glove. Bleu drips provides individuals and groups with vitamin infusions, injections and focuses on evidence-based preventative, holistic health.Adina feels passionately about the mind- body connection, the power of self healing , and empowering other women to lead. She believes her success stems from her years of experience and a developed focus on patient based care. When not at work, Adina enjoys spending time with her husband and three children. She enjoys the outdoors, exercise, and furthering her learning. Adina believes in the power of humor and human connection and in using her influence to give others the opportunity to shine.

Avinu Malkeinu- Our Father, Our King The two dichotomist ways we refer to G-d during this time of year. Our father - a father wants only to do what's best for the child, but sometimes lacks the means. Our King - A King never lacks and has all the power to provide but doesn't always wish too. Now- during this time- we draw strength from the year of October 7th. I know you all have heard tons of sad story's. We have also heard uplifting stories. I hope you listen to this episode and it helps you prepare as we get ready for all the upcoming holidays. Enjoy the music and the story. Check out my website gilaglassberg.com and make sure to take advantage of the sale now. Everything is 50% OFF during the Holiday season using the code RH24. As always, I would love to hear any comments/questions/feedback. Gmar Chasima Tova- from my family to yours. PS. Find Ami's music here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0r36oeKl26yE7GUZ6sWFmQ.

Lauren came on the pod to share her experience going from a corporate mom to "work from home mom." Not only is she a "work from home" mom, her job is to help new mom's. She understands the importance of a positive birthing experience for the mom, the baby & everyone else in mom's orbit. You may have guessed that she didn't have the most positive birthing experience when she started out as a mom. This led her to look for answers for the positive birth she hoped &dreamed of. Now she helps women do the same. We had a very honest conversation about all the ups & downs of becoming a mom. The intensity of pregnancy, birth and post partum. The things people don't like to talk about b/c they are scared they will look like they can't "do it all." People are told 2 have babies but don't LOOK like you had a baby. People make comments about a pregnant body even though this may be the most vulnerable time for that pregnant mom and her body. We wanted to shed light on these topics. I think Lauren is providing an amazing service. I think many people may shy away from this - thinking maybe its a luxury or it makes them week to ask for help. I strongly believe looking at a whole person when caring for them and things that will help them in the future are needs and not luxuries. Asking for help makes you strong and self aware, NOT WEAK. Enjoy the episode! I can't wait to hear your feedback! A bit about Lauren: Lauren Seidman is a certified childbirth educator, birth, and postpartum doula based in Long Island, NY. She is also a mom of 4 young children. Professionally, Lauren offers clear and down-to-earth childbirth education classes to help demystify the birth process. She loves witnessing how education and support enables expecting parents to transform from anxious and unsure to empowered and confident. Lauren also loves normalizing common struggles and experiences of birth & new motherhood on her instagram page @birth_positive, helping women feel less alone. Personally, Lauren enjoys exercise, reading, spending time with family and friends, and eating nourishing foods. Don't forget to rate, review and share the podcast! If you are ready to out dieting behind you in a very gentle, realistic approach - reach out to me here! You can also email me at [email protected] or DM me on Instagram @gila.glassberg.intuitiveRD. Not ready to commit to private sessions - check out my online courses to help you learn about intuitive eating and begin implementing it on your own. My entire Intuitive Eating Self Paced course is available right here! Do you want to learn about the Internal Family System modality of therapist? Do you want to see how practically this can be done regarding food and body? Check out the workshop I did with Shira Fruchter- IFS trained therapist. She uses the model on me in real life to pull apart my own relationship with food and body and uncover many things I wasn't able to tap into before. Check that out here! Looking for tips and tricks to help you handle all the food and chaos during the holidays - I got you covered. Rachel Tuchman and I did a workshop right before Pesach helping us busy women navigate the intensity of the holidays. Once you sign up for this course, you will receive a handout full of ideas as well as a meal plan! Check that out here! Okay. One more. Has feeding your children turned into a battle field? Are you tired and frustrated of cooking only to see your kids grab some cereal and milk? Stop what you are doing a purchase the course I did with Blimie Heller on The Division of Responsibility in Feeding. You will learn a whole new way to feed your family. No more intense fights about how much broccoli was consumed. No more crying over all the food going in the garbage. Purchase that class right here! The BEST part is - now until after the holidays, everything is available on my website for 50% off. Yes - half off. Use code RH24 and grab those discounts today!

Hello wonderful listeners of mine. You may (or may have not) realized that I have not been able to put out a podcast for a few weeks. Life is busy right?! I wanted to shamelessly plug my podcast here for a second. Recently, a former client wrote me this text: "Hi Gila, just wanted to share something with you that I know you’ll enjoy. I just realized today that I am marrying off my son soon and didn’t spend any of the wedding prep time dieting or hoping to fit into a smaller size. I’m continuing to eat the same intuitively as I was before the engagement and not stressed at all about losing the weight. My mind is cleared out in a way that I can enjoy all the wedding prep with out the diets taking up my brain space. Thanks Gila for helping reach this milestone." I know that the work of Intuitive Eating is life changing. I know it has the ability to completely change our life's trajectory and allows us to learn skills that help us day to day. I really want to continue putting out this podcast but it takes A LOT of TIME! I would be so grateful and humbled if you'd want to sponsor an episode or become a monthly subscriber for a nominal fee. You can do so here. And I know that is a lot to ask. So even if you cannot do this at this time, please continue to leave ratings and reviews and share the podcast! That is extremely helpful too!! Thanks for being here! Now- Dr. Marcy Forta has been on this podcast before. She just recently published a book! The name of the book is "How can I Help my Daughter?" All of us who have daughters- don't we all need this book! (Here is the link to the first podcast I did with Dr. Forta) I am so excited to read it and help spread the word. Dr. Forta has struggled with an eating disorder herself and now she is on a mission to really spread awareness and help with the prevention of eating disorders through her amazing curriculum and speaking engagements. I invite you to listen to this episode with an open heart and if it resonates with you, buy the book to help empower yourself through these conversations we MUST have with our children. Here is the link to the book ! Thank you for being here! If you'd like to hear more, check out the other many podcasts available wherever you listen to podcasts and watch most of them on YouTube. If you'd like to work 1-1 with me through the principles of Intuitive Eating and heal your relationship with food either email me at [email protected] or sign up for a free 20 minute consultation on my website here!

I am just going to be honest, I really like Tamari! I have seen her a lot on Instagram and I recently met her in person at Kosher Palooza. She is sweet, warm and also a lot of fun. I was excited to have her come on the podcast. I think this podcast really encapsulates the concept that we can actively being accepting something while also hoping for it the change. This can be a common theme in life. On the one hand, we feel very stuck when we cant accept what is. On the other hand, we are always allowed to dream and hope for more. I think this connects to the day after Tisha Baav. Where we are yearning so badly for a brighter future. And at the same time, we accept G-d's decree because we know that we don't know and He does know. I know you'll love this episode and Tamari. A bit about Tamari: Tamari Jacob is a Certified Lactation Counselor, wife, mom of three and the founder of One With The Pump.  She has helped thousands of moms learn how to pump better and she is on a mission to help every mom become a confident mother pumper through her free resources, live workshops, educational courses and consultations. _______________________ If you liked this podcast, please rate and review it and share with someone who will love it too. Check out my website gilaglassberg.com for more episodes, blogs and recipes! If you'd like to book a free 20 minute consultation, reach out to me at [email protected] or book it directly on the website gilaglassberg.com. I hope you are having an amazing summer! I look forward to hearing from you!

Bracha Goetz is the author of 42 Jewish books that help children shine and a candid memoir for adults, Nourish the Soul: Filling the Emptiness Within, documenting developing and overcoming food addictions along with her journey to joy in Judaism.  Her books can be found in Jewish bookstores, on Amazon, and at www.goetzbookshop.com. Bracha came on today to share her journey with her unhealthy relationship with food and how finding Judaism filled that void for her. We often use food to help us cope with hard things in life. And yes, sometimes, that can be the best thing we can give ourselves. But sometimes we just keep filling ourselves up with food in the hopes of removing the pain - but that is never the real answer. Follow Bracha's amazing story on this episode! Dont forget to check out so many other podcasts I have, as well as my YouTube channel. Reach out to me at [email protected] with any comments, questions or feedback! If you have been dieting for so many years and you just want to be at peace with food- book a free 20 minute consultation on my website gilaglassberg.com so we can get started! Not ready for induvial counseling - take my self paced course available at gilaglassberg.com And last but not least, follow along for a new recipe every week on my website and soon to be e-cookbook! Thanks for being here, have a wonderful day!