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The Next Phase

The Next Phase

By: Stacey Hutson
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I used to be fun. I used to be driven. I used to be sexy. I used to be...young. What happened?

Dear Millennial moms in your late 30s or 40s -- former forces of nature,

Are you burned out, overwhelmed, and wondering where your energy (and your old self) went? You’re not alone.

The Next Phase is the podcast for overachieving moms navigating perimenopause who are dying to take back their energy, their bodies, and their magic. Here, we will not pummel you with hormone treatment plans or talk about perimenopause as if it's a diagnosis. Instead, we're going to celebrate it. We're going to use it as an excuse to really start taking care of ourselves. As a matter of fact, we're going to find ourselves in our perimenopause era.

Hosted by Stacey Hutson—certified health coach, wellness chef, former co-host of the Mother Plus Podcast, and mom of two—you’ll learn how to: Understand what’s really happening in perimenopause and how to work with your changing body, use nutrition, supplements, and sleep as medicine to restore your energy, get in tune with your cycle and learn practical ways to sync your life with your hormones, and create rituals (with a little woo) that help you slow down, listen inward, and reconnect with yourself.

Each episode blends personal stories, expert insights, and actual doable steps you can take right away.

Subscribe now to The Next Phase and join a community of millennial moms redefining wellness in their 40s. Let’s make perimenopause your most magnetic chapter yet.


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Episodes
  • #28: You’re Doing Nervous System Work Backwards
    Apr 16 2026

    Are you doing nervous system work… and it’s still not working?

    In this episode, I’m sharing a realization that completely changed the way I approach anxiety, overwhelm, and “regulation” as an ADHD mom.

    For years, I did everything I was supposed to do:
    meditation, breathwork, supplements, EFT, energy work…

    And yet, I still felt stressed, rushed, and completely out of control in my daily life.

    Why?

    Because I was trying to calm my nervous system… while living in constant chaos.

    Laundry everywhere.
    Unpaid bills.
    An overpacked schedule.
    Always running late.

    👉 There’s a disconnect there.

    In this episode, I’m breaking down why I believe so many of us are doing nervous system work backwards—and what actually needs to come first.

    This is not about abandoning the “woo.”
    It’s about putting it in the right order.

    The new approach:
    Environment → Logistics → THEN nervous system tools

    If your life doesn’t feel manageable, no amount of meditation is going to fix that.

    Want to take this further?

    I created a simple, no-overwhelm guide to help you start:

    👉 The Work Before the Woo Reset

    This walks you through exactly what I’m focusing on right now to get my life out of chaos and into something that actually feels calm and manageable.

    No routines. No pressure. Just real-life steps that make a difference.

    You can download it for free here:
    🔗 The Work Before the Woo Reset

    If this episode resonated, I’d love to hear from you.

    email me: stacey@stacey-hutson.com


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    8 mins
  • #26: The Decluttering Mindset That Actually Works for Messy People with Dana K. White
    Apr 9 2026

    Messy. Overwhelmed. Always behind.

    At some point, you start to wonder…
    Is this just who I am?

    In this episode, I’m talking to Dana K. White — creator of the No Mess Decluttering Process and author of Decluttering at the Speed of Life — about what it actually takes to get your home (and your life) under control… especially if you’re not naturally organized.

    Because here's the thing you need to remember:
    You don’t need a perfect system.
    You need a system that works with your brain.

    We talk about:

    • Why clutter feels so moral (and why that’s not helping you)
    • The mindset shift from “done” → “better”
    • Where to start when your house feels completely overwhelming
    • Why dishes matter more than making your bed
    • The real reason laundry feels never-ending (and how to fix it)
    • How to handle a partner or family who isn’t on board
    • And why decluttering might be the missing piece for your nervous system

    If you’ve ever felt like:
    “I should be better at this by now…”
    This episode is for you.

    ✨ Want more support with this?

    If this episode hit something for you…
    If you’re tired of trying to fix yourself and just want a way to support your real life…

    I’m working on something for you.

    It’s not ready yet — but you can join the “First to Know” list here:
    👉 Get on the list

    📚 Resources + Links

    Dana K. White:

    • Books (start here): https://www.aslobcomesclean.com/books/

    • Podcast & Blog: https://www.aslobcomesclean.com

    • Find a certified decluttering coach: https://declutteringcoaches.com

    From this episode:

    • Try Dana’s method: Start with trash in your most visible space
    • Mindset shift: Better > Done
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    52 mins
  • #25: Why You Feel Scattered No Matter How Hard You Try
    Apr 2 2026

    Do you feel like you’re constantly playing catch-up in your own life?

    Like no matter how many times you promise yourself you’ll “get it together”…
    you’re still forgetting things, missing things, and starting every day already behind?

    In this episode, Stacey breaks down why high-achieving women—especially moms—can feel completely scattered… even though they’re capable, smart, and doing all the “right” things.

    This isn’t about discipline.
    It’s not about laziness.
    And it’s not because you suck at adulting.

    It’s because your life isn’t set up to support you.

    In this episode, you’ll learn:

    • Why being “good at school” didn’t prepare us to run a life
    • How constant self-improvement can actually make you feel more scattered
    • The hidden reason you feel like you’re always behind
    • Why listening to yourself matters more than fixing yourself
    • A simple 10-minute “Night Before Reset” to make your mornings calmer and easier

    If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, behind, or like your life is harder than it should be—this episode will help you finally understand why.

    🧠 Try This:

    The Night Before Reset
    → Take 10 minutes tonight to prepare for tomorrow morning
    → Pack lunches, set out clothes, prep what usually stresses you out
    → Notice how different your morning feels

    📩 What’s Next:

    If this episode resonated with you, Stacey is building something specifically for women who feel this way.

    Make sure you’re on her email list so you don’t miss it.

    Sign up here

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    11 mins
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