Good Neighbor Podcast: NEPA (Northeast Pennsylvania)

Micaela Ullman Performance Pet Nutrition Evidence-Based Pet Nutrition Made Simple

Pet food advice is everywhere and a lot of it conflicts. If you have ever stood in an aisle (or scrolled online) wondering who to trust, this conversation is for you. We sit down with Micaela Ullman Performance Pet Nutrition to talk about what evidence-based pet nutrition actually looks like when you’re feeding a real dog or cat in a real home.  Michaela explains why she built Performance Pet Nutrition after seeing a major gap between what pet owners want to understand and the confusing guidance they often receive. We dig into the most common pet food myths, including the belief that expensive food is automatically better and the assumption that an ingredient list tells the whole story. She also breaks down why one-size-fits-all feeding advice can miss the mark, and how individualized nutrition support can help with picky eaters, weight management, digestion, skin health, and healthy aging.  We also get personal about how her own childhood dog’s allergy struggles sparked a career in animal health, plus what life looks like when your “off time” includes a Great Dane puppy, miniature horses, chickens, and family time. The biggest takeaway: nutrition is not just about food, it’s about quality of life and every meal is a chance to support your pet’s long-term health. If you find this helpful, subscribe, share it with a fellow pet owner, and leave a review so more neighbors can find the show.

Drs. Gavin & Brooke Barton Growing Oaks Family Chiropractic Prenatal Chiropractic Myths

Pregnancy changes everything, including how you think about your body, your nervous system, and what “safe care” actually means. We’re joined by Drs. Gavin & Brooke Barton of Growing Oaks Family Chiropractic in Bloomsburg, PA, a husband-and-wife team (and high school sweethearts) building a practice around one clear mission: help families create a stronger health foundation from the very start.  We get specific about prenatal chiropractic and perinatal care, including the common fear that getting adjusted while pregnant is unsafe. They walk us through what they actually do in the office, what they avoid, and why they’ve invested in training like the Webster technique to support balance in the pelvis and sacrum so baby can grow and develop with more ease. Brooke also shares her personal experience receiving chiropractic care throughout pregnancy.  Then we zoom in on pediatric chiropractic and why kids don’t need to be in pain to benefit from care. They explain how gentle adjustments are for newborns and children, what concerns parents often bring up (like sleep and bed wetting), and how their family-centered approach shapes everything from the first visit to ongoing support. You’ll also hear about their free first baby adjustment, a postpartum home visit option, local community networking events, and upcoming gatherings like Dads and Donuts and Bloom and Grow Collective.  If you’re a parent, expecting, or simply searching for family chiropractic in Bloomsburg, this conversation offers clarity and practical next steps. Subscribe, share with a local family, and leave a review so more listeners can find trusted local businesses and health resources.

Family Chiropractic For Growing Families Drs_ Gavin & Brooke Barton Growing Oaks Family Chiropractic

You’ve probably heard a strong opinion about chiropractic care, especially when it comes to pregnancy and kids. We bring that debate back down to earth with two local doctors and one clear goal: help families feel confident about their choices. Dr. Gavin Garton and Dr. Brooke Barton of Growing Oaks Family Chiropractic join us to share how they went from high school sweethearts in the Bloomsburg area to building a family-focused clinic on Old Berwick Road. We talk through the real-world questions parents ask: Is chiropractic safe during pregnancy? What does a pregnancy adjustment actually involve? Brooke explains how their perinatal chiropractic approach avoids twisting and uses pregnancy-friendly tables, and why they’re certified in the Webster technique to support pelvic and sacral balance. If you’re searching for a Bloomsburg chiropractor, prenatal chiropractic care, or Webster technique chiropractic, you’ll get a clear picture of what happens in the room and why it’s designed around comfort and caution. Then we shift to pediatric chiropractic, including why kids may not complain of back pain but can still struggle with things families care about like sleep. They break down how gentle baby and kid adjustments are, describing pressure similar to what you’d use on a closed eyelid. We also cover who they serve, what makes their offers parent-friendly like an at-home postpartum visit within about an hour radius and a free first adjustment for babies, plus the community events they host to connect moms, dads, and local women’s health pros. If you enjoy meeting the people behind local small businesses and learning practical wellness insights, subscribe, share this with a parent in your life, and leave a review so more neighbors can find the show.

Pelvic Floor Therapy That Actually Helps Michelle Maio Pelvic Health Therapist

Leaking when you sneeze, pelvic pain that won’t quit, or bathroom issues you’ve learned to “live with” can feel embarrassing, isolating, and weirdly normal at the same time. I sit down with pelvic floor therapist Michelle Maio to talk about what’s actually happening in the body and why pelvic floor therapy can be a game changer for pregnancy, postpartum recovery, and everyday pelvic health. Michelle works primarily with women who are trying to conceive, pregnant, or navigating the postpartum years, and she makes one thing crystal clear: postpartum doesn’t have a strict expiration date. If symptoms started months or even years ago, you may still be able to improve them with the right plan. We also dig into the biggest misconception she sees, the idea that everyone should “just do Kegels.” The pelvic floor is influenced by breathing, nervous system regulation, core pressure management, and even surrounding muscles like the glutes, so the right approach depends on the root cause, not a one size fits all exercise. We also talk about how Michelle built her pelvic health practice in the Poconos and how she uses workshops and Instagram education to help more people get proactive. She shares where to find her (michellemaio.ot on Instagram and michellemaio.com [http://michellemaio.com/] and points listeners toward Everlight Collective for broader perinatal support like psychotherapy, lactation support, parent coaching, and fitness. If this conversation helps you, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review so more neighbors can find the support they deserve.

Atomic Tan And The Base Tan Debate with Lisa Vinciguerro

Summer is around the corner and the “base tan” conversation comes back fast, so we went straight to a local owner who lives this world every day. We’re joined by Lisa Vinciguerro from Atomic Tan, a well-established tanning salon in the Wilkes-Barre Plains area right on Route 315. Lisa shares how she and her partner Shayna bought the business last June after spotting it for sale on Facebook Marketplace, and why their June 1 anniversary feels like a real milestone for a small, women-run business built on regulars, routines, and a comfortable vibe.  We also get candid about the tanning industry itself. Lisa talks about what she sees as the biggest misconceptions, why she focuses on avoiding burning, and how her Gen X “we grew up tanning” perspective shapes the way she thinks about indoor tanning, outdoor sun, and the messaging people hear. You might agree or disagree, but you’ll walk away with clearer questions to ask and a better sense of why this topic stays so personal.  Then we shift into what every local business owner wrestles with: marketing. Lisa explains how Atomic Tan is leaning into Facebook Live, reels, and real-time banter to boost engagement, plus what changed when both owners showed up on camera together. We wrap with what she wants neighbors to remember, how to find Atomic Tan online at atomictans.com, and where to visit in person at 1149 Route 315, Wilkes Bar 18702. Subscribe, share this with a friend who loves supporting local, and leave us a review with your take: are you team base tan or team skip it?