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<rss version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/"><channel><title>Good For Us</title><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to <strong>Good For Us</strong>—the podcast where <strong>wellness meets real life, self-sufficiency is a journey, and preparedness doesn’t mean paranoia</strong>. Hosted by <strong>Whitney, Aimee, and Laina</strong>, three longtime friends trying to <strong>balance health, home, and sanity</strong>, this show is all about <strong>finding what works, laughing at what doesn’t, and figuring out how to live well without losing our minds</strong>. Some days, we’re baking sourdough, testing <strong>natural cleaning products</strong>, and researching the best <strong>non-toxic skincare</strong>. Other days, we’re eating boxed mac and cheese, forgetting to water our plants, and wondering <em>if it really matters</em> whether our soap is sulfate-free. <strong>Balance, right?</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">This isn’t a </span><strong>fear-based wellness podcast</strong> telling you that everything is toxic, and it’s not an <strong>off-the-grid prepper show</strong> making you feel like you need a bunker. <strong>Good For Us</strong> is about making small, smart choices, preparing for the unexpected (without panic), and finding joy in the process.</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>What We Talk About: </strong></h3><p>🌱 <strong>Wellness that’s actually doable</strong> – Finding a balance between <strong>clean living and convenience</strong>.</p><p>🍿 <strong>Snacks. All the snacks.</strong> – <strong>Healthy snacks, nostalgic treats, and weird food trends</strong> we try so you don’t have to.</p><p>💸 <strong>Smart spending &amp; stocking up wisely</strong> – <strong>Saving money on groceries, home essentials, and wellness products</strong> without sacrificing quality.</p><p>🏡 <strong>Home &amp; lifestyle upgrades</strong> – <strong>Creating a home that feels good</strong> with <strong>better cleaning products, sustainable swaps, and small luxuries.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">🐶 </span><strong>Pets, kids, &amp; partners</strong> – Because <strong>keeping our families (and fur babies) healthy is part of the equation.</strong></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">🛀 </span><strong>Self-care that actually works</strong> – Finding <strong>real ways to relax, recharge, and stay sane</strong>.</p><p>💊 <strong>What we’ll compromise on &amp; what we won’t</strong> – <strong>We take NyQuil. We also love non-toxic products. Both things can be true.</strong></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Why You’ll Love This Podcast: </strong></h3><p>If you’ve ever Googled <strong>"best non-toxic laundry detergent"</strong> or debated <strong>whether organic snacks are worth it</strong>, this show is for you. We’re <strong>questioning the mainstream wellness industry</strong>, <strong>testing new self-care trends</strong>, and <strong>figuring out what’s actually worth the hype</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p>Here's what you'll hear: </p><ul><li><strong>Natural vs. conventional products</strong> – Do <strong>clean beauty, non-toxic cookware, and eco-friendly swaps</strong> really make a difference?</li><li><strong>Wellness myths &amp; facts</strong> – Sorting through <strong>nutrition, skincare, and health trends</strong> so you don’t have to.</li><li><strong>Self-sufficiency without extremes</strong> – Learning <strong>small ways to be prepared for anything</strong>, from meal planning to emergency kits.</li><li><strong>How to make wellness work for your budget</strong> – Because <strong>natural products shouldn’t cost a fortune</strong>.</li><li><strong>Survival tips for modern life</strong> – Whether it’s <strong>keeping your home stocked, navigating food shortages, or balancing work and health</strong>, we’re talking about it.</li><li><br></li></ul><h3><strong>Real Wellness, Real Talk: </strong></h3><p><strong>Good For Us</strong> isn’t about <strong>chasing perfection</strong>—it’s about <strong>doing better when we can and being okay with the rest</strong>. We believe in <strong>progress over perfection, smart swaps over fear-mongering, and finding what truly makes us feel good</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>So, whether you’re making your own almond milk or just here for the snack recommendations, you’re in the right place.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">🔔 </span><strong>New episodes every week.</strong> Subscribe now to get notified!</p>]]></description><itunes:image href="https://feeds.podetize.com/-3VmSgpDx.png"></itunes:image><language>en-us</language><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Nutrition"></itunes:category></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Personal Journals"></itunes:category></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:author>Laina Rose Klein, Aimee Blank &amp; Whitney Lauritsen</itunes:author><link>https://goodforuspod.com/</link><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Whitney Lauritsen</itunes:name><itunes:email>good4uspodcast@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><copyright>Good For Us podcast</copyright><item><title>The Best (and Worst) Cleaning Products We’ve Tried</title><enclosure url="https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/6QRKE5Ocg/media/YLlW18P89.mp3" length="27207662" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><guid>6QRKE5Ocg</guid><pubDate>Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>1700</itunes:duration><link>https://goodforuspod.com/5-the-best-and-worst-cleaning-products-weve-tried/</link><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we’re talking <strong>cleaning products—what we love, what we avoid, and where we make compromises.</strong> From all-purpose sprays to dishwasher detergent, we’re breaking down which natural products actually work and what’s just marketing hype.</p><p><br></p><p>🔥 <strong>What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Why "natural" cleaning products aren’t always convenient (but some are worth it!)</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>The dishwasher detergent debate—can non-toxic options actually clean?</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Our go-to non-toxic cleaning brands + the ones we secretly keep under the sink</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>How we navigate having house cleaners + making sure they use what we want</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>The sneaky ways cleaning products impact our air quality</strong></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>🛍️ Products We Mentioned:</strong></h3><ul><li>Mrs. Meyer’s – <a href="https://amzn.to/3D2yGxE" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3D2yGxE</a></li><li>Grove Co. – <a href="https://amzn.to/41cmUbV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/41cmUbV</a></li><li>Rosey by Thrive Market – <a href="https://thrivemarket.com/brand/rosey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://thrivemarket.com/brand/rosey</a></li><li>Cleanery – <a href="https://amzn.to/41enu98" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/41enu98</a></li><li>Tru Earth Laundry &amp; Dishwashing Strips – <a href="https://amzn.to/3EPiPmK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3EPiPmK</a></li><li>Veggie Wash Fruit &amp; Vegetable Wash – <a href="https://amzn.to/4i5tY0W" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="font-size: 1rem;">https://amzn.to/4i5tY0W</a></li></ul><p><em>💡 </em><strong><em>We may earn a small commission from purchases made through these links—thanks for supporting the show!</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>📢 <strong>Join the conversation on our website - we’d love to hear from you!</strong> <a href="https://goodforuspod.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>🔔 <strong>Subscribe to hear new episodes drop weekly! And we'd be so grateful if you left us a review: </strong><a href="https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/</a></p>]]></description><itunes:image href="https://feeds.podetize.com/NBj-2hv_W.png"></itunes:image><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode></item><item><title>Pets &amp; Parenting: The Products We Love (and Where We Compromise)</title><enclosure url="https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/01rz1ALMs/media/n5LXLbtGF.mp3" length="28587754" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><guid>01rz1ALMs</guid><pubDate>Thu, 06 Feb 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>1787</itunes:duration><link>https://goodforuspod.com/4-pets-parenting-the-products-we-love-and-where-we-compromise/</link><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><description><![CDATA[<p>This episode of <strong>Good For Us</strong> is all about <strong>taking care of our pets and little ones</strong>—the products we swear by, the compromises we make, and the unexpected favorites that make life easier. From senior dog supplements to newborn essentials, we’re diving into what’s <em>actually</em> worth it.</p><p><br></p><p>🔥 <strong>What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>The best natural pet supplements</strong>—from joint support to immune boosters</p><p>✅ <strong>How we balance holistic care with conventional pet medicine</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Our favorite baby must-haves</strong>—including one that saves 3 a.m. diaper changes</p><p>✅ <strong>Natural skincare for kids and the sunscreen that doubles as a foundation</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Where we draw the line with clean beauty</strong>—and the makeup we cheat with</p><p><br></p><h3><strong>🛍️ Products We Mentioned:</strong></h3><p>🐶 <strong>Pet Care &amp; Supplements:</strong></p><ul><li>Essiac for Pets – <a href="https://amzn.to/41r6kqn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/41r6kqn</a></li><li>Homescape Pets – <a href="https://amzn.to/4k1ykYK" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/4k1ykYK</a></li><li>Cough Medicine for Dogs &amp; Cats – <a href="https://amzn.to/4i6p5F1" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/4i6p5F1</a></li><li>Nutramax Laboratories Dasuquin with MSM – <a href="https://amzn.to/4katyrZ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/4katyrZ</a></li></ul><p>👶 <strong>Baby &amp; Parenting Essentials:</strong></p><ul><li>Munchkin Wipe Warmer – <a href="https://amzn.to/3EHtPlV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3EHtPlV</a></li><li>My Brest Friend Super Deluxe Nursing Pillow – <a href="https://amzn.to/4bcjY3Z" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/4bcjY3Z</a></li><li>Baby K’tan Baby Carrier (100% GOTS Certified Cotton) – <a href="https://amzn.to/3Qq4Je9" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3Qq4Je9</a></li><li>Solly Baby Wrap – <a href="https://amzn.to/3EPHlnN" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3EPHlnN</a></li></ul><p>🧴 <strong>Skincare &amp; Clean Beauty:</strong></p><ul><li>Babo Botanicals Baby Wash – <a href="https://amzn.to/4kchFC6" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/4kchFC6</a></li><li>Babo Botanicals Daily Sheer Mineral Tinted Sunscreen – <a href="https://amzn.to/3XbKhkG" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/3XbKhkG</a></li></ul><p>💡 <strong>We may earn a small commission from purchases made through these links—thanks for supporting the show!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>🎬 <strong>What We’re Watching:</strong></p><ul><li><em>Apple Cider Vinegar</em> (Netflix Series) – <a href="https://www.netflix.com/title/81637595" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.netflix.com/title/81637595</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>📢 <strong>Join the conversation on our website - we’d love to hear from you!</strong> <a href="https://goodforuspod.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>🔔 <strong>Subscribe to hear new episodes drop weekly! And we'd be so grateful if you left us a review: </strong><a href="https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/ </a></p>]]></description><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode></item><item><title>Sick Days &amp; Survival Mode: What Works When We&apos;re Unwell</title><enclosure url="https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/ZOwTgWwcV/media/2n2sTRbsS.mp3" length="21348973" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><guid>ZOwTgWwcV</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>1334</itunes:duration><link>https://goodforuspod.com/3-sick-days-amp-survival-mode-what-we-take/</link><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to <strong>Good For Us!</strong> 🎙️ This episode is all about <strong>how we actually take care of ourselves when we’re sick</strong>—the wellness products we swear by, the conventional meds we reach for anyway, and the little comforts that make us feel better (even if they’re not “perfect”).</p><p><br></p><p>🔥 <strong>What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>The “clean” remedies we swear by</strong>—from Manuka honey to Ayurvedic teas</p><p>✅ <strong>The conventional medicine we still use</strong>—because sometimes NyQuil <em>is</em> the answer</p><p>✅ <strong>Does natural medicine actually work?</strong> The products that passed the test when we were really sick</p><p>✅ <strong>What’s worth the price?</strong> The best humidifiers, cold medicines, and immune boosters</p><p>✅ <strong>The ultimate sick day foods</strong>—matzo ball soup, spicy broths, and the one thing we all crave</p><p><br></p><p><em style="color: rgb(0, 0, 0); background-color: transparent;">Note: The contents of this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.</em></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>🛍️ Products We Mentioned:</strong></h3><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Comvita Manuka Honey – </span><a href="https://amzn.to/4i6VNGd" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/4i6VNGd</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Gaia Herbs Oil of Oregano – </span><a href="https://amzn.to/3ELJnFj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/3ELJnFj</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Canopy Humidifier – </span><a href="https://amzn.to/3ELF50O" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/3ELF50O</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Divya’s Ayurvedic Teas – </span><a href="https://amzn.to/4gSjv89" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/4gSjv89</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">PPO Labs – </span><a href="https://amzn.to/4kaJniA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/4kaJniA</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Boiron Oscillococcinum – </span><a href="https://amzn.to/4b7w4eB" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/4b7w4eB</a></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Garden of Life Elderberry Syrup – https://amzn.to/4k1wXt4</span></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Just Ingredients Glutathione Complex – </span><a href="https://justingredients.us/products/glutathione-complex" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://justingredients.us/products/glutathione-complex</a></p><p>💡 <strong>We may earn a small commission from purchases made through these links—thanks for supporting the show!</strong></p><p><br></p><p>📢 <strong>Join the conversation on our website - we’d love to hear from you!</strong> <a href="https://goodforuspod.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>🔔 <strong>Subscribe to hear new episodes drop weekly! And we'd be so grateful if you left us a review:</strong></p><p><a href="https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Leave us a review</a> to help others discover the show.</p>]]></description><itunes:image href="https://feeds.podetize.com/iCGAEkrVJ.png"></itunes:image><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode></item><item><title>Clean Enough: The Products We Love (Even When They’re Not Perfect)</title><enclosure url="https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/tdTscSD4P/media/FRY3BbfUt.mp3" length="12943971" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><guid>tdTscSD4P</guid><pubDate>Thu, 23 Jan 2025 07:00:00 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>809</itunes:duration><link>https://goodforuspod.com/2-clean-enough-the-products-we-love-even-when-theyre-not-perfect/</link><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome back to the <strong>Good For Us podcast!</strong> 🎙️ This episode is all about <strong>the products we love—whether they feel perfectly “clean” or not.</strong> We’re talking about <strong>the non-toxic swaps we swear by, the guilty-pleasure products we refuse to give up, and the realistic balance between wellness and convenience.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>🔥 <strong>What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>Our favorite “clean” products</strong> (that actually work) and t<strong>he not-so-perfect products we just can’t quit</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>How we navigate ingredient deep-dives</strong> without losing our minds</p><p>✅ <strong>Is synthetic athletic wear really a problem?</strong> (We might be wearing plastic?!)</p><p>✅ <strong>Swedish dishcloths vs. paper towels</strong>—is it worth the switch?</p><p>✅ <strong>Snack time!</strong> The organic marshmallow cream Laina can’t stop eating</p><p><br></p><p><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">🛍️ Products We Mentioned:</span></p><ul><li><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">TOONIE MOONIE Organic Vanilla Marshmallow Creme → </span><a href="https://amzn.to/4i448KW" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/4i448KW</a></li><li><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Ben &amp; Jerry’s Non-Dairy Ice Cream</span></li><li><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Mikuna Vegan Protein Powder (Pure Chocho) → </span><a href="https://amzn.to/41iNz8l" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://amzn.to/41iNz8l</a></li><li><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Evereden Kids Haircare → </span><a href="https://amzn.to/4gQSlP5" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/4gQSlP5</a></li><li><span style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">Papaya Reusable Paper Towels (Swedish dishcloth) → </span><a href="https://amzn.to/3EV6w8d" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(13, 13, 13);">https://amzn.to/3EV6w8d</a></li></ul><p><em>💡 </em><strong><em>We may earn a small commission from purchases made through these links—thanks for supporting the show!</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>📢 Join the conversation on our website - we’d love to hear from you! <a href="https://goodforuspod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>🔔 New episodes drop weekly</p><p><br></p><p>Like what you hear? Leave us a review here: <a href="https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/</a></p>]]></description><itunes:image href="https://feeds.podetize.com/oPG_f7pWU.png"></itunes:image><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode></item><item><title>Are We Actually Good? (Or Just Pretending?)</title><enclosure url="https://feeds.podetize.com/ep/5gndDaKxH/media/HlkjRbuDv.mp3" length="14136278" type="audio/mpeg"></enclosure><guid>5gndDaKxH</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Jan 2025 10:24:00 GMT</pubDate><itunes:duration>884</itunes:duration><link>https://goodforuspod.com/1-are-we-actually-good-or-just-pretending/</link><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><description><![CDATA[<p>Welcome to the very first episode of <strong>Good For Us</strong>—where we <em>try</em> to live well, stay sane, and figure it out as we go. In this episode, we (Whitney, Aimee, and Laina) celebrate <strong>20 years of friendship</strong> by doing the most 2020s thing possible: <strong>starting a podcast.</strong> But instead of promising we have all the answers, we’re embracing the fact that…we definitely don’t.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>🔥 What You’ll Hear in This Episode:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>How we actually feel when someone asks, “How are you?”</strong> (Spoiler: It’s complicated.)</li><li><strong>Our different approaches to “clean living”</strong>—from fragrance-free dryer sheets to finding the <em>perfect</em> non-toxic home scent.</li><li><strong>Aimee’s wild pandemic pivot</strong>—from Hollywood exec to fragrance entrepreneur.</li><li><strong>Why scent is so emotionally powerful</strong> (and how it can actually lower stress).</li><li><strong>Laina’s struggle with being “too extreme”</strong>—and how she balances clean living with real life.</li><li><strong>Whitney’s deep dive into self-exploration</strong>—and why fight-or-flight mode is real.</li><li><strong>Why we started this podcast</strong>—and what we hope to create with you!</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This show is about <strong>real talk, balance, and doing what works</strong>—whether that’s obsessing over ingredients or just trying to make it through the day.</p><p><br></p><p><em style="background-color: transparent; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);">Note: The contents of this podcast is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.</em></p><p><br></p><p>📝 <strong>Show Notes &amp; Resources:</strong></p><ul><li>Check out <strong>Aimee’s new fragrance brand Zeya</strong> (link coming soon!)</li><li>Join the conversation on our website - we’d love to hear from you! <a href="https://goodforuspod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>🔔 New episodes drop weekly</p><p><br></p><p>Like what you hear? Leave us a review here: <a href="https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://goodforuspod.com/subscribe-and-review-the-good-for-us-podcast/</a></p>]]></description><itunes:image href="https://feeds.podetize.com/fWcGwMnW54.png"></itunes:image><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode></item></channel></rss>