Two San Diego natives, childhood best friends, and dynamic entrepreneurs, Kelly Avalon and Carly Cruickshank, share their journey through entrepreneurship, motherhood, and life. Together, Kelly and Carly bring their unique perspectives to the table, discussing everything from the challenges of starting and running successful businesses to the joys and struggles of raising children. Join them as they navigate their 40s with wisdom and humor. In each episode, they'll tackle topics relating to entrepreneurship, family-life, self-love, and building a community.
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You Handled That Perfectly® with Kelly Avalon + Carly Cruickshank
This week we're talking all things skincare. We share our favorite products, walk through our morning and nighttime routines, and separate skincare myths from facts.
In this episode:
Our skincare routines
Favorite products & brands
Common skincare myths
Sunscreen, collagen & moisturizer
How often to exfoliate
Products Mentioned
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HERBIVORE Lapiz Oil (https://amzn.to/3S4g0VK) (Carly’s absolute FAVE!!)
HERBIVORE Bakuchiol (https://amzn.to/4pTRXFK)
HERBIVORE Green Magic (https://amzn.to/4fJoCJh)
HERBIVORE Cloud Jelly (https://amzn.to/3S2aqmQ)
HERBIVORE Aquarius Cleanser (https://amzn.to/4pPLDPs)
HERBIVORE Pink Cloud Jelly Cleanser (https://amzn.to/4hLlgb8)
HERBIVORE Aquarius Face Cream (https://amzn.to/4wPvdJH)
evanhealy Rose Geranium HydroSoul (https://amzn.to/4fDfLc0)
evanhealy Tea Tree Gel Cleanser (https://amzn.to/4xgiqQg)
evanhealy Blemish Purifying Serum (https://amzn.to/4w3v2cv)
evanhealy Balancing Ritual (https://amzn.to/3TNr36a) (great starter set)
Indiefog Naturals (https://indiefog.com/?aff=8)
Remember: handling it perfectly isn't about being perfect.
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30 Sept 2026
Midlife Crisis
What if a midlife crisis isn't really a crisis at all?
In this episode, we're talking about the reality of midlife and why the experience is often very different for women than it is for men. While both tend to experience major life shifts around ages 47-48, women often aren't trying to relive their younger years - they're finally stepping into themselves.
We discuss the impact of hormones, confidence, identity, relationships, careers, and why so many women reach a point where they're no longer willing to stay small, settle for less, or tolerate what isn't serving them.
Because maybe this chapter isn't about falling apart. Maybe it's about finally putting yourself back together.
In this episode:
• What defines a midlife crisis
• How men and women experience midlife differently
• The role of perimenopause and andropause
• Why confidence often grows during midlife
• Setting boundaries and leaving behind what no longer serves you
• Prioritizing yourself without guilt
• Wanting more from your relationships, career, and life
• Kelly's unexpected craving for colorful hair, tattoos, and another piercing
The second half of your life doesn't have to look like the first. In many ways, it can be even better.
Remember: handling it perfectly isn't about being perfect.
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16 Sept 2026
Social Media, Part 2
When did social media become our doctor?
In Part 2 of our Social Media series, we're exploring how Instagram and TikTok have transformed the way women think about health, wellness, hormones, and body image.
We discuss why relatable influencers often feel more trustworthy than experts, how algorithms amplify our insecurities, and why it can suddenly feel like every symptom needs a diagnosis after just a few minutes of scrolling.
At the same time, we recognize the positive side of social media. It's opened conversations about perimenopause, women's hormones, ADHD, mental health, and strength training that many of us weren't hearing anywhere else.
The challenge isn't avoiding social media altogether. It's learning to recognize when we're being educated... and when we're simply being influenced.
In this episode:
• The rise of health advice on social media
• Body image, wellness culture, and comparison
• The explosion of supplements and health trends
• Hormone awareness versus hormone anxiety
• How algorithms reinforce our fears
• Confirmation bias and wellness rabbit holes
• The benefits of online health communities
• Becoming a more intentional consumer of health content
Questions we explore:
• Have you ever bought a supplement because everyone online seemed to be taking it?
• Has social media ever made you worry about a symptom you hadn't thought twice about before?
• Which health creators leave you feeling empowered... and which leave you feeling like you're constantly falling short?
The more aware we become of what we're consuming, the more intentional we can be about what we believe and what we leave behind.
Remember: handling it perfectly isn't about being perfect.
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
13 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
4 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 49 / 100
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Social presence
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YouTube
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Engagement
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