"Be a dinosaur." Louis Davis on being a Modern Dad

Join host Mike for the latest episode of House of Wellness with Chemist Warehouse on the Breeze, where he is joined by author and content creator Loui Davis, VJ Cooks creator Vanya, Take.In co-founder Ashlee, and resident pharmacist Piyara.

Featured Guest: Louis Davis

On this episode, award-winning content creator and author Louis Davis opens up about his new book, The Modern Dad, which explores fatherhood, masculinity, and his Māori heritage.

He shares how his own parents shaped his upbringing in Northland and inspired his core parenting philosophy: simply showing up and being genuinely interested in your kids' lives.

Louis also reflects on breaking away from negative stereotypes to tell stories of warmth, connection, and good parenting, while balancing traditional values with modern challenges like technology and busy lives.

Listen to the extended interview with Louis Davis.

Featured Guest: Vanya Insull (VJ Cooks)

Popular food creator Vanya from VJ Cooks shares her practical approach to healthy, budget-friendly meal prepping for busy families.

She outlines simple ways to keep kids nourished with easy homemade snacks like bliss balls and muffins, while offering smart hacks to cut down on grocery bills.

Vanya also breaks down how her viral $20 dinner series helps households navigate the rising cost of living without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. 

Featured Guest: Ashlee from Take.In

Co-founder Ashlee introduces Take.In, an innovative wearable necklace designed to track and improve breathing quality to help manage stress and anxiety.

Born out of a background in yoga philosophy and breathwork, the stylish piece of jewelry connects to an app that allows users to reflect on their daily breathing patterns.

Unlike typical wearables that measure downstream metrics like heart rate, the device focuses on breath control and exhalation techniques to calm the nervous system.

Resident Pharmacist: Piyara Perera

Resident pharmacist Piyara dives into the most common women’s health concerns she receives behind the counter, ranging from period pain to UTIs and contraception.

She provides clear guidance on how to spot the difference between thrush and bacterial vaginosis (BV), explaining their distinct symptoms and causes.

Piyara reassures listeners that pharmacists are there to offer judgment-free support for sensitive health concerns, encouraging women to speak up and seek help early 

Featured Product: Fleurstat BV Gel

Fleurstat BV Gel is a clinically proven, non-antibiotic vaginal gel treatment for bacterial vaginosis (BV) and its symptoms.

It provides rapid relief from unpleasant odor and discharge, with results starting to work within 24 hours.

Available over the counter at New Zealand pharmacies without a prescription, Fleurstat BV Gel targets the root cause of symptoms to support vaginal health. Regular use helps relieve uncomfortable symptoms so you can get back to feeling like yourself again quickly.

Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional. Dietary supplements are not a replacement for a balanced diet. Aspen New Zealand.