Hannah Moss, singer /songwriter with a BA in Journalism, shares her story of being diagnosed with Uterine Factor Infertility (UFI). She talks about how her condition affected her outlook on life and herself during high school. She discusses how she has accepted these challenges as a woman. Hannah also shares her journey of finding herself again through music and her venture to Bali.

Ashlee Velez, an Academic Coordinator receiving her masters in nursing. Ashlee shares her story growing up with her sister who was battling depression. Ashlee shares what her relationship was like having to support her sister throughout the years. Both her and Kara discuss the importance of therapy and how it can be beneficial in everyday life. Ashlee shares her sister's victory in battling depression.

Kara opens up about her depression and PTSD. She explains how it affected her throughout the years after the loss of both her parents. Kara also talks about how she battled her way out of the dark and overcoming a mental health crisis at the age of 15. She also acknowledges those who have impacted her life during her healing.

Olivia Downing, a Learning Support Teacher who is also receiving her masters in school counseling. Olivia opens the topic of what is Mental Health and the importance of breaking the stigma. Both her and Kara discuss the importance of suicide awareness and prevention. Kara also asks what society needs to know to end the stigma and how to address these issues in everyday life. Olivia also shares her friends memory who was lost by suicide.

In this episode Kara walks you through her journey of her connection with dogs while dealing life’s obstacles. Kara explains why her dog Koa is so significant to her and how he brings her purpose. She also explains how they have benefited her life when conquering grief and depression while living with CHD.

Welcoming you to Keeping Up With Kara and Koa. Kara gives a quick introduction to her purpose of this podcast, while sending a message out to listeners that you are not alone when it comes to navigating through life. She explains her inspiration and wants her listeners to be inspired too.