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Welcome to premiere edition of Morning Sip.  I was in the back seat of an UBER car on my way home. Next thing I know, the uber driver and I are talking about marriage and divorce. Mainly, it's the UBER driver's experience since I've never been married.   It was short and sweet. This was a 15-minute conversation packed of personal real life nuggets that I wanted to share with you while you sip and listen this morning at work, in the car, gym, or while you walk to work.    This Ain't What I Signed Up For! How many of you have said this one time or another to yourself or someone else in a relationship or marriage?   Hope you enjoyed this today's gulp. If you're digging this episode, I want you to Tweet a picture of you and mug using the hashtag #morningsip or you can email me directly at nina@ninababel.com.   Don't forget to Review the show in iTunes! I rely on it because it helps me stand out from the crowd and helps women (and even men) understand us and themselves better.    Connect with me on social media.

Welcome to the Keep it 100 Girl Podcast. In this episode, I am revisitng relationships (SIGH). We're talking about emotionally unavailable men. Know one? They come in all shapes and sizes.    Just to be clear, we're not bitter, just realistic. We've all had struggles. BIG ONES. You're not alone We're self-reflecting on lessons some of us may or may not have learned YET when it comes to choices we've made in selecting the wrong partner and coming to terms with it.    Girlienation is made up of strong independent women, but these are the women that attract, and are attracted to emotionally unavailable men. You wan to know the irony of it is? Your strength and independence have not been an asset in attracting men. I am not pointing fingers. The lesson here is to stop trying to fix a broken person because you may end up cutting yourself on one of their one too many shattered pieces.    What you're gonna hear: Author Colin Tate pinpoint the genesis behind an emotionally unavailable man. Colin and I define an e

Welcome to part two of Episode 19 of the Keep it 100 Girl Podcast. In this episode, we take the biological clock 101 basics to the next level. It's something we should consider especially if we would like to have children. Most of us know about it and heard discussions, but don't take it seriously as we should.   Medical expert, Nora Bolger, who is a RN from the Reproductive Medicine Associates highlights to women in the 20s, 30s, and 40s the preparedness aspect and actionable steps to consider through their journey of womanhood.     What you're gonna hear: If you want to have children, learn more about a woman's biological timeline.  Reproductive journeys from girlienation. Learn how your plumbing changes in your 30s and 40s. Women turned a negative to a positive using non-western practices. Self-care prepardness from Nora and girlienation. Join the Conversation   My absolute fave is holding an after-hours post on each episode's content. Each week, I ask one question to listeners. This week's question:  

Welcome to a two-part series of Episode 19 of the Keep it 100 Girl Podcast. In this episode, I feature biological clock 101 basics. It's something we should whether we decide to have children or not. Most of us know about it, but don't take it seriously. Medical expert, Nora Bolger, who is a RN from the Reproductive Medicine Associates highlights to women in the 20s, 30s, and 40s the preparedness aspect and actionable steps to consider through their journey of womanhood. Episode two of this series will release on May 19th.    What you're gonna hear: Women share their innocence about their biological clock Fertility IQ - Women are iffy on the whole fertility process Women in their 30s and 40s reveal their lessons learned modern medicine won't tell you Nora Bolger defines infertility and what it means to every woman Ovary stories. Good, bad, and ugly.  Join the Conversation   My absolute fave is holding after-hours post each episode about the content. Each week, I ask one question. This week's question:  

Welcome to Episode 18 of the Keep it 100 Girl Podcast. In this episode I feature sexual positive subject that will empower every women to revisit their curiosity  about sexuality. Myself and girlienation keep it real and true by coming forth sharing what some would consider dirty dirty little secrets about their sexual plumbing.    What you're gonna hear: Stigmas we've had to the pleasure principle Pop culture. Sex and the city influence whether we like it or not Vibrator diaries & the addiction Self discovery - forget a cold shower and get over it You're about the newbie in the room Join the Conversation   My absolute fave is holding after-hours post each episode about the content. Each week, I ask one question. This week's question:       Did you have any shame or embarrassment with self pleasure? If yes, where did it come from? If no, do you consider yourself a prude? Why? You can leave a comment by clicking Question of the Week.    Share the Love If you enjoyed the podcast, please rate and it o

The inspiration for today's episodes starts in the kitchen with a lemonade recipe. Are you crazy or jealous!? Girlienation sip, guzzles,  and opens up about their real life personal lemonade. stories See lemonades aren't always about cheating, but when it does, this is how we do. To understand it, you have to go through it. These are the important conversations women need to open up and have amongst each other.  In short, it's a rites a passagethat your Mother's may or may not warned you about when you wereyounger. We as women are reminded that everyone goes through it.Sometimes you don't get to pick your poisoneither.  Pay close attention to the redflags. More importantly, go with your intuition. The universe willsignal when something is off. There's a voice that doesn't usewords. You know the truth by the way it feels.  Subscribe on iTunes, StitcherRadio, Google Play Music, Soundcloud, or TuneIn Radio. Have you signed up for theFriggin Truth? It's my free download that tells you what womenshould know in the

We have a real life example of a Mother who is Doing it Right with her Daughter. In my experiences so far, this is not the norm. We've all seen, heard, witnessed, or been a victim firsthand of this dysfunction that never goes away generation after generation.  This mother / daughter duo is what we should aspire to when it comes to have the frank, blunt, and continuous conversations from puberty onwards. Laura is the Mother in her 40s and Sarah her daughter is in her early 20s. Plant the seeds. Invest in the uncomfortableness.Communication is key. It's all about the conversations and the TMI moments. Don't forget to set the expectations by sharing the emotion that comes with it these womanhood issues.  Struggling to have these conversations with your daughter. Need help with the anxiety and nervousness MOM? Want to break the cycle but don't know how? EducatingHer is a NEW Mother / Daughter retreat starting this summer, visit our website at  www.educatingher.com to learn more.  HELP ME SPREAD THE WORD! Subscrib

The Cast of Characters Nina Babel - Host Male guest in his 40s Dr. Megan Fleming, Psychologist and Expert Sex Therapist based in New York City.  www.greatlifegreatsex.com   About the Episode In this episode, Nina asked girlienation to school the men and similarly asked one guy to man-up and school girlienation about the "5-Minute man". As usual, I've asked girlienation to chime in on their experiences and, similarly, I have my resident everyday "guy", who gives the male point of view.  What You're Gonna Hear What's a 1-Minute Man? Sexpectations The disappointment from women Are quickies acceptable? Is it grounds for dismissal?   The Urban dictionary defines a 5-Minute man as "a guy who cannot hold his load therefore not being able to please his woman". The term refers to a man who does not last long during sex or ejaculates/cums quickly. I enlisted the help of expert sex therapist Dr. Megan Fleming, Nina explains possible scenarios when women find it is acceptable, but also when it isn't. Dr. Fleming emphas

The Cast of Characters Nina Babel - Host Danny Koch - Owner of The Town Shop, New York City (NYC) Alba Salas - Bra Fitting Expert   About the Episode In this episode Nina explores "Caring for your Boobs with the Right Bra". Nina shares her trip to the Town Shop in NYC. The Town Shop is family owned and located on the upper west side of New York City. It was founded in 1888 and has a great history. They have over 100 years of providing the bra fitting experience. What You're Gonna Hear The Role of a Bra Fitter The Anatomy of a Bra (Extra Oomph) How Long A Fitting Actually Takes The Biggest Complaints When It Comes to Bras The Care & Maintenance of a Bra This was Nina's first experience and she found a new appreciation for bra's. She found herself confessing to Danny Koch (store owner) her inability or knack to select the right bra. Alba Salas helped Nina with her fitting. Alba was featured on the Meredith Vieira Show for expertise in bra fitting. Alba explains to Nina the anatomy of a bra. Nina learns th

You've spent hours talking, laughing and enjoying yourselves. The sun begins to set and creates a breathtaking masterpiece in the sky. The wind peacefully blows in your hair. He pulls you closer. He gently places his hand on your cheek. Your eyes close. Your lips meet… Well…it doesn't always quite work out that way, does it? In fact, sometimes a first kiss is the complete opposite: Awkward, sloppy, and gross. In this episode, we cover it all. From the best first kisses to the worst. And we also cover some fun facts that you probably never knew about kissing. You'll want to still around for this one. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: What a first kiss can tell you about your future with that person How some girls practiced for their first kiss Biggest turnoffs when it comes to a first kiss The best lips for a good kiss What makes a bad kiss A scientific finding that explains how a woman is attracted to a man's natural scent Fun fact about why we tilt our heads when we kiss Why one woman says that kissing is more intima

TV…Music…Friends… These are all places where we hear (and learn, for better or for worse) about sex. Why? Because as you'll find in today's show, most parents don't have the courage to overcome the awkwardness and have that conversation with their children. So whether it's at 7, 12, or 16 years old, there comes a time we will inevitably learn what sex is. And if parents aren't the ones educating their children, then who's to blame when their kids make the same mistakes they did? In today's show, you'll hear stories about these awkward conversations. You'll also hear of ways you can go about having this conversation (or ongoing conversations) with your kids so that they can learn from you (and not leave it up the rest of the world to instill their views). WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: The difference between the sex talk and sexuality The generational disconnect with the sexuality discussion The (astonishing) survey results of women who were asked if they had the sex talk with their parents (versus learning about se

Today, we talk about a condition that 30 million people in the U.S. struggle with. That's right, Girlienation, 30 MILLION. It's a topic that proves how impressionable we are from a very young age. Eating disorders are more common than people think…yet so difficult to spot at times. It all starts with self-image. We all have that one body part that we feel self-conscious about. That disapproval drives us crazy, and we start looking for ways (healthy or not) to change it. In this show, SueB Zimmerman a.k.a. The Instagram Expert joins us to talk about her entrepreneurial journey and shares (for the first time ever) her story about her battle with an eating disorder. We are also joined by Claire Mysko, CEO of the National Eating Disorders Association, who shares some eye-opening facts about this devastating condition (along with ways to detect and treat it). This episode is jam packed with valuable information, so make sure to listen 'til the very end. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: The Instagram Expert reveals how she

  In every relationship you have the good: The memories The kisses The intimacy   But you'll also have to deal with things that aren't as fun. In this episode, we dive deep into one of them: Chores. Specifically, manchores. It may not be the most fun topic to talk about, but if you want a relationship that works (and lasts) you'll want to pay close attention, Girlies. You'll hear how different couples handle this obligation. From who does what, what works, and what doesn't, you'll hear it all in this episode. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: The definition of a manchore The modernization of manchores in the 21st century The life adjustments that couples make (whether they're dating, engaged, or married) over time How you should enter a relationship The chores typically assigned to men (some of which you may not guess) The impact of chores on dating What manchores equate to (and why it's important to look at them this way) How people who are most happy in their relationships distribute chores   QUOTE IT! "At each

The first time you have sex is supposed to be a magical and romantic experience. But in most cases, that couldn't be farther from the truth. In fact, most women describe their first experience as uneventful and disappointing. What's even worse isn't the temporary disappointment. After the deed's been done, women are often left in a state of confusion that impacts their soul, mind, and spirit. It's the kind of confusion that keeps you up at night, that causes you to lose focus, and starts to eat away at your heart. If you've been there, this episode is for you. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: Every woman's fear, pain, or guilt from their first time experience What sex without commitment does to our psyche Why losing your virginity is a vulnerable experience What to expect if you're getting on birth control for the first time The fallacy of sexpectations Consequences of having sex before you're ready What goes on in your head vs reality when you're thinking about having sex for the first time How movies and TV shows s

Each month we have to deal with the unavoidable: Our ovens go into cleaning mode. It's not optional, and we can't control it. But what we can control is how we handle it. And as the human race has evolved, so have the ways for us to accommodate our monthly visitor. One of these options is pretty taboo, yet has many upsides to it. That's right, Girlie, today's show is about menstrual cups, featuring menstrual cup diva, Bree Farmer. It's a method that's often avoided, and often misunderstood. But wait until you hear the many upsides to using a menstrual cup (and the dangers of using some of the more traditional methods). WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: The environmental impact of disposable pads What the Toxic Shock Syndrome is (and how to prevent it) A unique advantage of the menstrual cup over disposable pads and tampons that can help your doctor identify potential health issues What expectations to have about the insertion process of the menstrual cup The anatomy of a menstrual cup How to pull out a menstrual cup (

You're keeping an eye out for The One, and you finally find him. Or so you think... He seems SO perfect, and you're already imagining what your futures together will look like. You ignore the warning signs, until finally... it happens. Enough is enough, and you break up. You can't get him off your mind, and one day he comes back (which you were secretly hoping he'd do). But you say no, right? Wrong. You let him back in. Not once. Not twice. Let's face it. Sometimes we leave that door wide open for him to come and go as he pleases. Well, Girlie, you're not alone. This episode is for you. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: How relationships are like a test you didn't study for The three super-douchey things that men do when they're trying to get back with you How men's minds are like elephants (and how this can confuse the hell out of you if you don't know any better) What the Holiday Syndrome is The "Fool Me Twice" Tactic What a pioneer researcher on the biology of love says about heartbreak Advice about being friends w

What's wild and rough and a whole lot of fun? Well, I'm sure you can come up with more than one answer. But for the purpose of this episode, the correct answer is - your twenties. Love them or hate them (or do both) - your twenties are some of the most defining moments of your entire life. It's a time to live it up, while at the same time learning some of the toughest lessons you'll ever learn. The good news is: You don't have to have it all figured out. Just wing it, Girlie, and find what clicks. In this episode we talk about love, sex, dating, body, and health. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: Why your 20s are some of the most important years of your life The two simple words every 20-something should learn to say (to prevent you from coming across as self-deprecating) A book that everyone in their twenties should read The type guys you should say no to (including a type most normally say yes to) What it means to Dickmatize A unique piece of advice if you want to have kids (but not until your 30s) What not to do wh

If only our mothers knew all the embarrassment they could've saved us from growing up. Girlie, you know what I'm talking about. Those awkward moments when you first started noticing changes in your body. That's right - puberty. Often times, they leave it up to us to find out on our own. The hard way. Lucky for you, you're not alone. From first bra's, to shaving, to underwear stories - this episode covers it all. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: How the ways women learn about periods have changed over time (you'll never guess how my mother learned) The top list of things our mothers didn't tell us (that will save you from going through the embarrassment that we did) Why one woman gets weirded out talking to her mom about relationships, dating, and sex (and how she plans to break this cycle with her daughter) What the Mother/Daughter Code is (and why it can be so frustrating) The moment I first realized I was going through puberty (and the awkward moments that followed) The right way to wipe (and why it's important) Ho

Girlie, we've all been there… Or will be faced with this situation at some point: Being the booty call. To be honest, Drake makes it sound like a hell of a novel with his latest hit "Hotline Bling"… But it isn't always fun, and each type of "Shituation" it causes is different – so today, I'm here to help you get prepared each one. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: What "hotline bling" is and how to spot it from a mile away The thing a guy is looking for when he rings your phone late at night The "ouch effect" that happens when a relationship doesn't work out (and the thing about our DNA that causes us to want to inflict pain on guys) Some hotline blings never go away (either way, don't be this type of girl) What to do if you're trying to get back at guy (trust me girlie, guys HATE this)   QUOTE IT! "Hotline bling is when a ex boyfriend or girlfriend calls their ex and begs to be back with them or ask for love again." – Nina "Guys HATE silence. They can't deal." – Nina "When you decide to break up with your man chuck

Girlie, make sure you have your beats on for this one. Why? Because today's topic typically only comes around 12 times a year, but causes a big stir – regardless of your age. That's right, we're talking about our periods. I'm on mission to find out how many women over 35 really understand how their body works... So put your headphones in and your knowledge to the test – because this is another on of those episodes you need hear... But your mother probably never talked to you about. WHAT YOU'RE GONNA HEAR: The root problem that causes a disconnect between what we're taught and reality Why what we learn in sex-ed doesn't register as we're growing up The feeling that makes you go from tippy-toe to "Usain Bolt" What happens when you don't "look before you stick" How to handle your man when you're on your period What the "The sticky test" is What your GYNO may not tell you on your first trip to the doctor Are you bleeding heavily? How to know and what to do What causes yeast infections (and an interesting way to