Mama Needs A Moment

Many women assume that if they've conceived before, getting pregnant again will be easy—until they face unexpected struggles. In this episode of Mama Needs a Moment, we sit down with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a naturopathic doctor and fertility expert, to uncover the root causes of secondary infertility. From hormonal imbalances and nutritional depletion to the impact of emotional trauma and the vaginal microbiome, Dr. Simmons shares a holistic approach to improving fertility. She also emphasizes the importance of evaluating both partners' health and explains how proactive care can make conception more likely. Whether you're currently trying to conceive or simply want to better understand your reproductive health, this conversation is packed with essential insights.Tune in to learn how a personalized, science-backed approach can help restore balance and boost your chances of a successful pregnancy. Don't forget to subscribe and take a moment for yourself today!These are the top three things you will learn from this episode:The Hidden Causes of Secondary Infertility: This segment explores how previous pregnancies can impact fertility, delving into hormonal imbalances, nutritional depletion, emotional trauma, and oxidative stress that can hinder conception.The Importance of a Holistic and Comprehensive Approach: Dr. Aumatma advocates for evaluating both partners' health, emphasizing the significance of hormone levels, nutritional status, and the vaginal microbiome in optimizing fertility.Proactive Steps to Improve Fertility: Listeners will receive actionable guidance on restoring hormonal balance, replenishing vital nutrients, and utilizing vaginal microbiome testing and probiotics to enhance the chances of conception.Episode Notes and Resources:Follow Dr. Aumatma on Instagram:                                                                https://www.instagram.com/holisticfertilitydoctorDr. Aumatma Simmons's WebsiteSupport Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon.Take a look at HER Circle, a mom community by HER Health Collective!

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our fourth Roundtable discussion of 2024. This is Part 2 of our discussion on mothers' main worries and strategies to address them. In this episode, the experts discuss the importance of balancing extracurricular activities. They discuss managing children's anxiety in extracurricular activities and the need for healthy, non-toxic extracurricular environments. The experts talk about a mother's concern over the health and well-being of their children when it comes to particular milestones and how it can become an overwhelming worry. Make sure you listen to Part 1 where we discuss the difference between typical worries and more serious mental health concerns like anxiety disorders and OCD. We also discuss maintaining physical stamina over time when parents need a lot of physical energy to handle the daily tasks of raising children, such as requiring constant energy, resilience, and flexibility.  This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Erin Jones, LCMHC Chasta Hamilton, Coach/Entrepreneur/Author Dr. Brook Orvis, PT Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, MD Dr. Mbong Henry, PT Kristin Baker, PCC Dr. Katherine Hutchinson, PhD To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Expert Introductions Discussion on Extracurricular Activities and Toxic Achievement Culture Managing Children's Worries and Rumination Balancing Health and Well-being Concerns Balancing Work and Family Life Closing Remarks and Acknowledgments Episode Resources: Erin Jones, LCMHC - Bull City Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center Chasta Hamilton, Coach/Entrepreneur/Author - Stage Door Dance Productions  and Girls Geared for Greatness Dr. Brook Orvis, PT - Flora Physical Therapy Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, MD - Lux Psychiatry Dr. Mbong Henry, PT - Radiance Physical Therapy Kristin Baker, PCC - KB Coaching and Lumo Dr. Katherine Hutchinson, PhD - Peak City Psychology Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our fourth Roundtable discussion of 2024.  In part one of our Roundtable, we are distinguishing between typical worries and more serious mental health concerns like anxiety disorders and OCD. We also discuss maintaining physical stamina over time when parents need a lot of physical energy to handle the daily tasks of raising children, such as requiring constant energy, resilience, and flexibility.  The roundtable discusses mothers' main worries and strategies to address them. Experts highlight the importance of distinguishing between normal worries and serious mental health issues like anxiety and OCD, emphasizing self-compassion and professional help. They address physical challenges such as pelvic pain, prolapse, and leaking during exercise, advocating for personalized care and realistic goals. The conversation also covered the emotional toll of parenting, including despair and resentment, and the need for support and self-awareness. Practical tools were recommended to manage invisible labor in relationships. This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Erin Jones, LCMHC Chasta Hamilton, Coach/Entrepreneur/Author Dr. Brook Orvis, PT Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, MD Dr. Mbong Henry, PT Kristin Baker, PCC Dr. Katherine Hutchinson, PhD To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Introduction and Expert Introductions Expert Introductions Continued Discussion on Normal Worry vs. Serious Mental Health Concerns Managing Physical Demands of Parenthood Closing Remarks Episode Resources: Erin Jones, LCMHC - Bull City Anxiety and OCD Treatment Center Chasta Hamilton, Coach/Entrepreneur/Author - Stage Door Dance Productions  and Girls Geared for Greatness Dr. Brook Orvis, PT - Flora Physical Therapy Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, MD - Lux Psychiatry Dr. Mbong Henry, PT - Radiance Physical Therapy Kristin Baker, PCC - KB Coaching and Lumo Dr. Katherine Hutchinson, PhD - Peak City Psychology Fair Play - book by Eve Rodsky  Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

After 122 episodes, we're excited to share a special release: the very first episode we ever recorded! This episode is a time capsule, capturing the heart of our podcast's origins and the mission that continues to guide us. You'll hear our initial thoughts, raw passion, and the foundational insights that have shaped every episode since.Tune in to experience where it all began and see how far we've come together! Dr. Charryse Johnson, a Clinical Mental Health Therapist, discusses various topics including the importance of self-care, the impact of diet culture, and the benefits of crying. She emphasizes the need for mothers to prioritize their own well-being, suggesting practices like "couch time" with partners and finding activities that bring joy. Charryse also highlights the significance of addressing body image issues and the concept of Health at Every Size. Additionally, she addresses the challenges of gaslighting and the importance of recognizing and addressing emotional manipulation. Finally, she advises on the value of having supportive friends and the necessity of setting boundaries in relationships. Charisse Johnson's Introduction and Rapid Fire Questions (0:00) Rapid Fire Questions with Charisse (1:35) Charisse's Desires and Interests (3:24) Empty Nest Reflections and Marriage Advice (6:00) Struggles of Mothers During the Pandemic (8:12) Rediscovering Identity and Saying No (21:26) Body Image and Diet Culture (34:17) Educating and Changing Perspectives (39:40) Techniques for Emotional Healing (46:59) Gaslighting and Emotional Manipulation (55:25) Navigating Changes in Friendships (1:01:19)   Episode Notes and Resources: Charryse is reading:⁠ The Source of Self-Regard: Selected Essays, Speeches, and Meditations⁠ by Toni Morrison Social Media Handles: @jade_cwc (Instagram) @charryse_j (Instagram) Web Link: ⁠Jade Integrative Counseling and Wellness HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Our MOM CHAT episodes are something special! Ever wonder what it'd be like if moms recorded the conversations they have when they get together? There's just something so real about talking through things over coffee, a glass of wine, or while out on a walk. We wanted to bottle up that vibe and share it with you. So, we invited two of our amazing HER Circle friends, Courtney and Jennifer, to have an open, casual chat about a topic that matters. In this episode, we discuss the topic of the Dark Side of Being a Stay at Home Parent. Together we untangle the challenges of being a stay-at-home mom (SAHM). We explore the emotional and financial dependencies on partners, the loss of identity, and the societal perception of SAHMs. Jennifer and Courtney share their experiences, highlighting the financial impracticality of daycare and the lack of tangible income for SAHMs. They discuss the emotional burden of managing household tasks and the guilt of not contributing financially. The conversation emphasizes the importance of recognizing the value of SAHMs' work and the need for better societal understanding and support. Deciding to Stay at Home: Jennifer's & Courtney's Experiences (0:01) Financial and Logistical Considerations (3:23) Emotional and Identity Struggles (7:54) Household Dynamics and Workload (13:11) Loss of Identity and Societal Perceptions (15:02) Uplifting Messages and Final Thoughts (24:51)   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Camellia Jade, a head stylist at Style Finder Boutique, discusses her Instagram series "Your Body's Not the Problem. Your Clothes Are," which empowers women to embrace their bodies through fashion. She emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and using clothing to enhance confidence rather than hiding perceived flaws. Camellia shares personal anecdotes about overcoming anxiety and the support of her loved ones. She advises women to try new styles, be vulnerable, and seek community support. Camellia highlights the role of self-talk and the impact of societal standards on body image, encouraging women to focus on feeling good in their clothes and to embrace their unique bodies. Camellia Jade's Introduction and Background (0:01) Camellia's Personal Story and Support System (1:37) Embracing Body Changes and Fashion Choices (5:46) The Power of Self-Talk and Positive Reinforcement (8:21) The Role of Clothing in Boosting Confidence (11:42) Common Fashion Mistakes and Overcoming Them (18:04) The Importance of Vulnerability and Community (25:27) The Role of Perfection and Self-Criticism (31:50) Final Thoughts and Gratitude (33:49)   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Style Finder: https://shopstylefinder.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Erin Jones, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, discusses anxiety and OCD, emphasizing their prevalence and impact. Anxiety affects over 40 million adults, and OCD impacts 1 in 100 children and 1 in 40 adults. Erin explained the differences between general anxiety and OCD, noting that OCD involves obsessions and compulsions. She highlighted common signs in children, such as physical complaints and avoidance behaviors. Erin recommends exposure and response prevention therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as effective treatments. She also addresses the importance of early intervention and the role of family support in managing these conditions. Introduction and Welcome (0:01) Getting to Know Erin (1:32) Understanding Anxiety and OCD (5:08) Identifying Signs of Anxiety and OCD in Children (7:26) Diagnosing and Addressing Anxiety and OCD in Children (13:40) First Steps for Parents to Address Anxiety and OCD (15:10) Effective Strategies for Managing Anxiety and OCD (18:25) Addressing Conflicting Advice and Stigma (26:02) Understanding the Causes of Anxiety and OCD (29:56) Balancing Personal Mental Health and Parenting (33:56) Addressing Comorbidities and Seeking Professional Help (34:35)   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Bull City Anxiety: https://www.bullcityanxiety.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Marianne Georgiou, founder of A Voice for All Foundation, discusses her journey from optometry to advocating for neurodivergent, non-speaking individuals. Her son Nicholas, who uses an AAC device, inspired her to create communication boards for playgrounds and community parks, leading to the foundation's inception. The boards, tailored for specific locations, include picture symbols and words in English and Spanish. Marianne highlights the importance of presuming competence and educating first responders and the community. The foundation has installed boards in various locations and partners with local businesses and schools. Marianne emphasizes the need for empathy and communication tools to support non-verbal children. In our conversation you will hear us discuss: Marianne Georgiou's Background and Introduction Marianne's Career Shift and Personal Life The Birth of A Voice for All Foundation Community and School Reactions Details of Communication Boards and Slap Bracelets Challenges and Success Stories Long-Term Goals and Future Plans Volunteer Opportunities and Community Support   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership A Voice For All: https://avoice4all.org/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Our MOM CHAT episodes are special! What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There's something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. We brought together two of our cherished HER Circle members Maggie and Erica to have a casual chat on an important topic. In this episode, we discuss the topic of Diet Culture. Erica and Maggie discuss their journeys in dismantling diet culture and its impact on their lives and parenting. Both friends stress the importance of modeling healthy behaviors, addressing neurodiversity sensitively, and using teachable moments to instill body positivity in children. Introduction and Purpose of the Conversation Maggie's Journey with Diet Culture Defining Diet Culture Erica's Perspective and Personal Experience Challenges of Raising Children in Diet Culture Modeling Healthy Relationships with Food Addressing Neurodiversity and Food Final Thoughts   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership RD's for Neurodiversity: https://www.rdsforneurodiversity.com/ Kid Food Explorers: https://kidfoodexplorers.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our third Roundtable discussion of 2024. This is Part 2 of our Roundtable conversation and we are discussing healthcare through the different stages of motherhood and what Moms need to pay attention to during the perimenopause and postmenopause stages. Make sure you listen to Part 1 of our conversation which covered what moms need to pay attention to in healthcare through the different stages of motherhood during preconception, pregnancy, & postpartum. In Part 2 of the Roundtable, the experts discussed the various stages of motherhood, focusing on healthcare needs and the importance of understanding perimenopause. They emphasized the need for education and support, suggesting resources. The conversation also covered the emotional aspects of transitions, advocating for self-compassion, reconnecting with oneself, and leveraging support networks. Practical tips were offered. This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Dr. Courtney Hinton, DO, MBA Brittni Winslow MS, OTR/L Kate Williams Stone, Non Diet Perimenopause Coach Rachel Jerozal, PT Brook Orvis, PT Ally Raven, Doula Christy Lowry, Parenthood Transition Coach Megan Davis, LCSW, PMH-C Stephanie Opper, Esthetician  To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Introduction and Expert Introductions Discussion on Perimenopause Navigating Aging and Skin Changes Grieving and Transitions in Motherhood Conclusion and Final Thoughts Episode Resources: www.katewilliamsstone.com/guide www.menopause.org  Life is in the Transitions by Bruce Feiler  Dr. Courtney Hinton, DO, MBA - Founder and CEO of The Snatch Back LLC Brittni Winslow MS, OTR/L - eMERGE Pediatric Therapy, The Therapeutic Edge Collective Kate Williams Stone, Non Diet Perimenopause Coach Rachel Jerozal, PT- Durham Pelvic Brook Orvis, PT- Flora Physical Therapy Ally Raven, Doula Christy Lowry, Parenthood Transition Coach - Founder of The Parents Table Megan Davis, LCSW, PMH-C Stephanie Opper, Esthetician  - Skinsational Esthetic Skin Spa Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our third Roundtable discussion of 2024.  In part one of our Roundtable, we are discussing healthcare through the different stages of motherhood, preconception, pregnancy, & postpartum and what moms need to pay attention to. Perimenopause and postmenopause will be discussed in Part 2 of our Roundtable conversation.  Experts in this roundtable discussed healthcare through different stages of motherhood, focusing on preconception, pregnancy, postpartum. Experts emphasized the importance of early preconception care, including medication management and thyroid disease. They highlighted the significance of pelvic floor health during pregnancy, addressing issues like pelvic pain and diastasis. Mental and emotional health was a key concern, with experts stressing the need for support systems and self-compassion. The postpartum phase was discussed, noting the importance of grieving unmet expectations and the need for shared household responsibilities to manage mental health. This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Dr. Courtney Hinton, DO, MBA Brittni Winslow MS, OTR/L Kate Williams Stone, Non Diet Perimenopause Coach Rachel Jerozal, PT Brook Orvis, PT Ally Raven, Doula Christy Lowry, Parenthood Transition Coach Megan Davis, LCSW, PMH-C Stephanie Opper, Esthetician  To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Introduction and Expert Introductions Preconception Care Pelvic Floor Health Preconception Mental and Emotional Considerations Preconception Prenatal Care and Pelvic Floor Changes Mental Health During Pregnancy Sensory Changes During Pregnancy Postpartum Care and Mental Health Grief and Postpartum Adjustment Sensory Management Postpartum Shared Responsibility and Mental Health Episode Resources: Postpartum Support International Dr. Courtney Hinton, DO, MBA - Founder and CEO of The Snatch Back LLC Brittni Winslow MS, OTR/L - eMERGE Pediatric Therapy, The Therapeutic Edge Collective Kate Williams Stone, Non Diet Perimenopause Coach Rachel Jerozal, PT- Durham Pelvic Brook Orvis, PT- Flora Physical Therapy Ally Raven, Doula Christy Lowry, Parenthood Transition Coach - Founder of The Parents Table Megan Davis, LCSW, PMH-C Stephanie Opper, Esthetician  - Skinsational Esthetic Skin Spa Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Our MOM CHAT episodes are one of a kind. We bring moms together (selected from HER Circle, our mom community) to have a discussion on a topic pertaining to motherhood. It's like recording a conversation while out to coffee together. This MOM CHAT discussion focused on parenting styles, with participants, Julia and Katie sharing their diverse upbringings and how they influence their current parenting approaches. Julia, raised in an authoritarian Russian household, emphasizes structure and resilience, while Katie, from a permissive Irish Catholic family, values open communication and routines. Cindi and Crissy discussed their own permissive and authoritarian upbringings, respectively, and how these shape their parenting decisions. The conversation highlighted the importance of balancing different parenting styles within couples and the impact of birth order on parenting dynamics.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Parenting Styles and Childhood Experiences Balancing Parenting Styles in Marriage Different Parenting Approaches for Different Children Influence of Cultural and Personal Experiences on Parenting Resources and Inspirations for Parenting Episode Notes and Resources: @kids.eat.in.color Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient, and Confident Kids Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Bridget Springer, a seasoned financial advisor,  planner, and administrator in the finance industry, emphasizes the importance of financial organization and generational wealth. She is the owner of The Financial Lady LLC and  is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and mentoring people on the path to financial freedom. Bridgett shares her personal journey, influenced by her parents' financial conflicts, and her mission to empower women to become "wealth warriors." Bridget highlights the common challenges women face, such as debt and lack of financial knowledge, and offers solutions like her 52-week Financial Lady Deck of Cards. She stresses the importance of understanding one's money story, setting financial goals, and preparing for life's uncertainties. Bridget also discusses the need for open communication in couples' financial planning and the significance of estate planning and insurance. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Bridget Springer's Background and Philosophy Cash vs. Cashless Society  Trading Places with a Favorite Person Mission to Empower Women in Finances Overcoming Financial Fear and Building Generational Wealth Supporting Women with Different Socioeconomic Standings The Importance of Financial Education for Women  Mindset and Financial Literacy for Women Learning from Financial Mistakes Universal Financial Advice for Couples Preparation and Communication in Financial Planning The Financial Lady's Deck of Cards Accessibility and Services Offered Final Thoughts and Contact Information Episode Notes and Resources: The Financial Lady (all social media links are available on her website) Financial deck of cards https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNPB6HYF Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Deanna Belleny Lewis is the co-founder and Director of Programs at Diversify Dietetics. She has worked for close to 10 years planning, implementing and evaluating programs that impact underrepresented groups. Additionally she has trained numerous allied health teams in leadership and both professional skill development with an equity, diversity, inclusion lens. She is passionate about equity and supporting students and professionals of color who wish to thrive in nutrition and dietetics. Deanna discusses the lack of racial and ethnic diversity in the field of nutrition and dietetics. She shares personal experiences of isolation and microaggressions faced as a Black dietitian. Diversify Dietetics aims to address these issues by empowering nutrition leaders of color and increasing representation. Learn ways to help them achieve their goals. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Deanna Belleny Lewis's Background and Diversified Dietetics Fun Question and Personal Experiences Personal Experiences in Dietetics Barriers to Diversity in Dietetics Impact of Diversified Dietetics Future Goals and Initiatives Supporting Diversified Dietetics Deanna's Motherhood Journey Episode Notes and Resources: Diversify Dietetics Deanna Belleny Lewis Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Avni Panchal's mission is to help people overcome the feeling of being an “imposter,” in both their personal and professional lives. Avni wants to support people in breaking free from the limitations that prevent them from reaching their true potential. Avni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in mental health as a social worker, therapist, trainer and coach. As an Empowerment Coach, Avni specializes in assisting South Asians, and other individuals, who find themselves navigating multiple cultures. Together we discuss the external and internal pressures faced by youth in South Asian culture when choosing a professional path, particularly in engineering and medicine. We explore the stigmas surrounding mental health in various cultures, including South Asian culture, and emphasize the importance of de-stigmatizing mental health and normalizing conversations about it. Avni mentioned the importance of following one's interests and doing something well, rather than conforming to societal expectations. We also discuss the challenges of self-doubt and limiting beliefs faced by moms, and the importance of recognizing and validating these feelings. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Navigating cultural expectations in career choices. Immigrant pressure, identity, and career choices. Career choices, self-doubt, and trusting intuition. Mental health stigmas in different cultures, with a focus on de-stigmatization and normalization. Combating self-doubt and limiting beliefs for moms. Self-doubt and self-care for moms, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing oneself for the sake of resilience Motherhood, self-love, and unlearning for moms. Episode Notes and Resources: Avni Panchal's Website: https://www.theindiancounselor.com/ Avni's private practice for therapy: https://strengthandselflove.com/ Avni's article for Medium titled, “Three Ways for BIPOC Individuals to Combat Self Doubt and Recognize Their Worth”    https://medium.com/therapists-in-tech/three-ways-for-bipoc-individuals-to-combat-self-doubt-and-recognize-their-worth-b89bb04d815a Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

This episode complements Ep.110 and is the second part of our Roundtable discussion with several of our experts from our Provider Directory. The experts are exploring how to deal with Learning, Social, and Behavioral Struggles of Children (from both a neurotypical and neurodiverse lens). The speakers discuss collaborative care and working with professionals from different industries to provide a holistic model of care for neurodiverse children. They emphasize the importance of early evaluations and diagnoses for developmental delays and ADHD in preschool children, and highlight the role of private practitioners in providing clinical diagnoses and educational classifications. The speakers also discuss the importance of feeding therapy and early intervention, and emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach that considers various factors, including speech, language, and sensory needs. This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Dr. Emily King, Learn with Dr. Emily - Child Psychologist Kelly Smedley, MSN, PMHCNS-BC, PMH-C, Waypoint Counseling - Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Kerry Lett, MPH, RDN, LDN, CLC, Milestones Pediatric & Maternal Nutrition - Registered Dietitian Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, Lux Psychiatry - Psychiatrist Rebecca Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP, ACT Therapy Services - Speech Language Pathologist Sarah Parise, CPT, Great Days by Sarah - Wellness Specialist To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠. For more episodes on neurodiversity and/or supporting behavior struggles, please listen to the following episodes: 110, 108, 107, 102, 45, 33, 6.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Addressing social and behavioral struggles in children from neurotypical and neurodiverse perspectives. Wellness, mental health, and nutrition for moms and kids. Evaluations for autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities in children. Early childhood development and evaluation for ADHD. Child-led therapy and self-care for parents of neurodivergent children. Managing guilt and setting boundaries for moms of neurotypical and neurodivergent children. Episode Resources: Dr. Emily King - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/ Kelly Smedley - https://www.waypointcounselingnc.com/ Kerry Lett - https://www.milestonesnutrition.com/ Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo - https://www.luxpsychiatry.com/ Rebecca Rowe- https://acttherapyservices.com/ Sarah Parise - https://www.greatdaysbysarah.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our second Roundtable discussion of 2024. We are exploring how to deal with Learning, Social, and Behavioral Struggles of Children (from both a neurotypical and neurodiverse lens). Experts in this Roundtable discussed supporting neurodiverse children's social, behavioral, and emotional development. They emphasized understanding unique needs, nurturing resilience, and collaborating across industries. Speakers shared practical strategies for addressing challenges such as frustration tolerance, impulse control, and sensory overwhelm, and highlighted the importance of nutrition and movement in education. They also discussed collaborating with teachers and addressing behavioral differences between home and school, and acknowledged the role of anxiety in children's development. This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Dr. Emily King, Learn with Dr. Emily - Child Psychologist Kelly Smedley, MSN, PMHCNS-BC, PMH-C, Waypoint Counseling - Psychiatric Clinical Nurse Specialist Kerry Lett, MPH, RDN, LDN, CLC, Milestones Pediatric & Maternal Nutrition - Registered Dietitian Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo, Lux Psychiatry - Psychiatrist Rebecca Rowe, MA, CCC-SLP, ACT Therapy Services - Speech Language Pathologist Sarah Parise, CPT, Great Days by Sarah - Wellness Specialist To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠. For more episodes on neurodiversity and/or supporting behavior struggles, please listen to episodes 108, 107, 102, 45, 33, 6.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Dealing with learning social and behavioral struggles in children from neurotypical and neurodiverse perspectives.  Parenting, education, and mental health with experts. Understanding and addressing behavioral differences between home and school settings. Supporting children with anxiety in school. Parenting, homework, and testing anxiety in children. Nutrition and mealtime challenges for neurodiverse children, including sugar cravings and meal planning strategies. Importance of movement and exercise for children's physical and mental health, with suggestions for incorporating movement into daily life. Episode Resources: Dr. Emily King - https://www.learnwithdremily.com/ Kelly Smedley - https://www.waypointcounselingnc.com/ Kerry Lett - https://www.milestonesnutrition.com/ Dr. Priscilla Hidalgo - https://www.luxpsychiatry.com/ Rebecca Rowe- https://acttherapyservices.com/ Sarah Parise - https://www.greatdaysbysarah.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment ⁠Patreon⁠. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Let's talk parenting, conflict resolution and teens! Karleen Savage is a TEDx speaker, certified in hostage and crisis negotiation and a seasoned parent who stands at the forefront of empowering parents to instill confidence in their teens. With more than four decades of hands-on experience parenting seven unique children, Karleen has honed her skills in navigating the complexities of raising confident and resilient individuals and has documented her approach in her new book, The Confident Teen Blueprint: A Parent's 30-Day Challenge to Empower Your Teen. As the creator of the Savage Theory of Resolution®, a five-skill model that can be used to resolve any conflict, Karleen knows that peaceful and amicable resolution is possible. Karleen has been featured on MSNBC for her knowledge in hostage negotiation. She holds a Masters in Conflict Resolution & Negotiations, and is a certified hostage and crisis negotiator. She has been married for more than 30 years and lives in Utah with her family. We discuss insights on parenting, highlighting the importance of raising resilient and confident children who can navigate challenges and mistakes without relying on external validation. We also talk about various strategies for fostering independence, self-esteem, and the ability to make mistakes without fear of judgment. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Trust, listening, and conflict resolution with a certified hostage negotiator. Hostage negotiation techniques and parenting strategies. Using mediation to resolve conflicts between children. Conflict resolution and the importance of curiosity and a positive attitude. Effective communication strategies for resolving conflicts. Parenting strategies for teens, including active listening and setting clear expectations.  Parenting and building resilient children. Raising resilient kids through unconventional parenting methods. Episode Notes and Resources: Karleen Savage's Website: https://www.karleensavage.com/ Karleen's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Confident-Teen-Blueprint-parents-challenge/dp/B0CRD71YDN Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

This is a continuation of our discussion with Dr. Emily King. It is a perfect episode on its own or pairs beautifully with the previous episode (107)! Moms, if you think that you may need to get your child evaluated or get personalized support in school, this episode will be helpful! Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families and teachers in schools and private practice. She has been on both sides of the IEP and 504 meeting tables, first as a school psychologist and then as a parent. She knows the feeling of thinking you are out of ideas to support your child, which inspired her to help parents and educators beyond her therapy practice with online parent workshops and professional development trainings for teachers. This episode's conversation centered around the complexities of neurodiversity in children, including differences between boys and girls, and the importance of addressing concerns about children's development. Dr. Emily emphasized the need for involvement from teachers, understanding the differences between medical and psychological evaluations, and addressing anxiety in neurodiverse children. We also discussed the complexities of gender and neurodiversity in children, highlighting the need to unlearn societal expectations and prioritize individual happiness and connection. Neurodiversity in children, gender differences, and mental health. How parents can identify and address concerns about their child's learning and development. Evaluating children's cognitive and social abilities in school. Supporting children with learning differences, including therapeutic and joyful activities outside of school. Gender differences in child development.   Episode Notes and Resources: Dr. Emily's Website and access to her course: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/ Dr. Emily's Blog and Podcast: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/media HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Moms and teachers with neurodivergent kiddos, this episode is for you! Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families and teachers in schools and private practice. She has been on both sides of the IEP and 504 meeting tables, first as a school psychologist and then as a parent. She knows the feeling of thinking you are out of ideas to support your child, which inspired her to help parents and educators beyond her therapy practice with online parent workshops and professional development trainings for teachers. In our discussion, Dr. Emily emphasized understanding each child's unique needs, creating a supportive environment, and challenging traditional expectations in education. We went on to discuss the importance in developing a comprehensive understanding of children's skills and challenges. We highlighted the importance of adapting education to meet the unique needs of neurodivergent children, including more flexibility within general education classrooms and personalized learning approaches. Supporting neurodivergent children and teens with Dr. Emily King. Parenting neurodivergent kids, course for newly diagnosed parents.  Parenting and education for neurodivergent children. Parenting strategies for children with developmental delays. Parenting a neurodivergent child, self-care practices for parents.  Parenting strategies for addressing children's emotional questions at night.  Adapting educational system for neurodiverse students. Homework challenges for neurodivergent children and alternative approaches to support independent learning. US education system challenges and potential solutions, including teacher support and flexible learning options. Special education, IEPs, and navigating school systems.   Episode Notes and Resources: Dr. Emily's Website and access to her course: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/ Dr. Emily's Blog and Podcast: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/media HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Our MOM CHAT episodes are something special! For this chat, we are joined by two of our cherished HER Circle members Barbara (a registered drama therapist) and Sarah (a high school art teacher). We discuss the topic of creativity in both adults and children. The conversation centered around the challenges of losing creativity in adulthood and the importance of fostering creativity in children. What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There's something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. In this episode and once a month going forward, we will be joined by some of our HER Circle members (HER Circle is the mom community created by HER Health Collective) for special episodes called, Mom Chats. Why adult creativity declines with age and parenthood. Creativity and its various forms, including jamming out to music, laying in fields, and spending time with kids. Embracing creativity, letting go of perfectionism, and fostering a growth mindset in art classes.  Incorporating creativity into daily life through various activities. Creativity boosters for busy parents, including art kits, music, and nature. Embracing creativity and play for children, with tips for parents to encourage imagination and reduce stress. Creative ways to display children's artwork in the home.   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Action Items: [ ] Look for adult art/craft kits to make creativity easy [ ] Prioritize play and creativity over chores by making memories [ ] Consider creative storage solutions for children's art like photos, framing, magnet walls [ ] Reconnect with your own creativity by remembering childhood activities Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

We are sharing the second part of our conversation with Ruth Klein who has an impressive list of accomplishments. She is an author and founder of the nonprofit Universal Mom, which aims to help children and teens uncover their talents through the art of writing. Ruth has a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis on Health, Consciousness and Healing. She is passionate about helping youth reach their full potential by believing in themselves. Prior to starting Universal Mom, Ruth led the nonprofit Self Esteem Council for 22 years, which focused on going into high schools to work with sophomores and juniors to help them change their perceptions of their lives and increase their self-esteem & confidence. Ruth is the author of 7 best-selling books. Her eighth and most recent book is titled “Conscious Connection.”  In the second part of our discussion with Ruth, we talk to her about:  Parenting, connection, and legacy - the invisible thread. Empowering children through valuing their gifts and talents, and role modeling charitable behavior. The importance of sharing stories and listening to your children without negating their viewpoint. Identifying and utilizing learning styles, particularly kinesthetic, auditory, and visual, for personal growth and entrepreneurship. Anxiety in kids and teens, with tips for parents and mentors. Parenting, relationships, and legacy with a focus on building connections with children.   Episode Notes and Resources: Enjoy a complimentary parenting discovery session with Ruth!  You can book an appointment using this link: https://calendly.com/ruthklein/chat-with-ruth-30-min Universal Mom - ​​https://universalmom.org/ Ruth Klein - https://ruthklein.com/ Ruth's Books - https://ruthklein.com/books/ HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Ruth Klein has an impressive list of accomplishments. She is an author and founder of the nonprofit Universal Mom, which aims to help children and teens uncover their talents through the art of writing. Ruth has a Master's Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master's Degree in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis on Health, Consciousness and Healing. She is passionate about helping youth reach their full potential by believing in themselves. Prior to starting Universal Mom, Ruth led the nonprofit Self Esteem Council for 22 years, which focused on going into high schools to work with sophomores and juniors to help them change their perceptions of their lives and increase their self-esteem & confidence. Ruth is the author of 7 best-selling books and her most recent book is titled “Conscious Connection.”  In the first part of our discussion with Ruth, we talk to her about:  Self-esteem, confidence, and legacy with a nonprofit founder. Parenting, intention-setting, and perception. Parenting and self-esteem. Helping teens with anxiety through conscious connection and setting healthy boundaries. Parenting, self-care, and role modeling for moms.   Episode Notes and Resources: Enjoy a complimentary parenting discovery session with Ruth!  You can book an appointment using this link: https://calendly.com/ruthklein/chat-with-ruth-30-min Universal Mom - ​​https://universalmom.org/ Ruth Klein - https://ruthklein.com/ HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

In this Mom Chat episode, we are joined by two of our cherished HER Circle members Lindsay and Kandria. We discussed the topic of neurodiversity in adults and being a partner to a person with neurodiversity. What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There's something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. In this episode and once a month going forward, we will be joined by some of our HER Circle members (HER Circle is the mom community created by HER Health Collective) for special episodes called, Mom Chats. Neurodiversity in adults, including personal experiences and challenges. ADHD diagnosis and coping strategies in women.  ADHD and anxiety experiences, including sensory overload, overthinking, and triggers. Navigating life with neurodivergent partners. Neurodiversity, ADHD, and support within relationships. ADHD, shame, and parenting. ADHD diagnosis and shame in boys and girls, with a focus on gender differences and overlap with other diagnoses.   Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

In this episode, Sakina shared her experiences and insights on overcoming barriers to midwife reimbursement and delivering transformative care. She emphasized the importance of personalized mentorship, cultural responsiveness, and dismantling structures of oppression in maternal health care. We also discussed the challenges of accessing midwife care in the US, particularly in North Carolina, and argued for an integrated system that respects midwives and provides equal reimbursement rates to fix the US healthcare system. Sakina O'Uhuru is a dedicated midwife with over 30 years of experience in the field of midwifery. She has an unwavering commitment to birth justice and believes in improving and enhancing the lives of women whose voices often go unheard, particularly within marginalized communities. Sakina is a published author and founder of the non -profit called “A Women's Way” which is a community-based organization whose mission is to offer women, people, families, health information and training, aimed at improving both Infant and Maternal health within African American Communities. She offers personalized mentorship for aspiring midwives who are looking to take their skills and practice to the next level through her “A Wombman's Way Warrior Midwife Training.” Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Barriers to midwifery care and their impact on maternal mortality. Midwife care costs, insurance coverage, and ideal healthcare system. Midwife reimbursement and legal requirements in New York and other states. Challenges faced by midwives, including control and politics, and the importance of empathy and humility in their work.  Midwifery challenges, overcoming obstacles, and cultural sensitivity. Episode Notes and Resources: https://www.gentlespiritbirth.com/ https://www.awombmanswaywarriormidwifetraining.com/ A Journey to Birth (Sakina's book)  Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. HER Circle by HER Health Collective --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Sakina O'Uhuru is a dedicated midwife with over 30 years of experience in the field of midwifery. She has an unwavering commitment to birth justice and believes in improving and enhancing the lives of women whose voices often go unheard, particularly within marginalized communities. Sakina is a published author and founder of the non -profit called “A Women's Way” which is a community-based organization whose mission is to offer women, people, families, health information and training, aimed at improving both Infant and Maternal health within African American Communities. She offers personalized mentorship for aspiring midwives who are looking to take their skills and practice to the next level through her “A Wombman's Way Warrior Midwife Training.” In this episode with Sakina, we discuss how midwifery and specifically homebirth are promising answers towards a future where women receive culturally responsive care. Sakina shares the US states where midwifery has less stringent controls and is more universally used. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Midwifery and birth justice with Sakina. Midwifery, purpose, and spirituality. Midwifery, home birth, and combating stigma. Midwifery licensure and practice in the US. Episode Notes and Resources: https://www.gentlespiritbirth.com/ https://www.awombmanswaywarriormidwifetraining.com/ A Journey to Birth (Sakina's book)  Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Michaela Cox uses a variety of platforms to inspire, support and guide people on their journey of life from surviving to thriving in all things. Michaela is a multi- published author and speaker on a variety of topics that she is passionate about. Michaela is a published author and TEDx speaker with her talk titled, “Thriving: Open the Door, Leave Survival Behind” for TEDxBergenCountyAcademies. She is a solo mom to two kiddos, lives in Louisiana and has a crew of fabulous friends who she travels and does life with.  We are speaking with Michaela about her books, her story of living with a disability and journey of 38DDD and how she applies GRACE to all things. She discusses her personal journey and what to do when feeling stuck in life to find the way forward.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Surviving and thriving with a speaker who has experienced disability, divorce, and death by age 38. Finding grace and overcoming struggles through grounding and redefining oneself. Teaching children resilience and perseverance through personal experiences. Friendships, struggles with making friends, and the importance of valuing close relationships. Grief, friendship, and moving forward after loss. Grief, loss, and finding purpose through writing. Resilience, self-care, and redefining life's challenges. Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Michaela's Books Learn more about Michaela Cox --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in this first Roundtable discussion of 2024 to talk about the topic of Strategies for Healthy Conflict Resolution. This is part two of our conversation. Part one (Ep. 97) discussed Toxic Individuals and Setting Boundaries. In this episode we discuss specific methods of handling conflict resolution, exploring parts work and how it can help in navigating family conflict, setting boundaries around negative comments about food around children and more! This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Melanie Yukov - Herbalist and a Health Coach focusing highly on digestive health Erin Baute - Behavior and Business Strategist for female small entrepreneurs, small business owners Sarah Szymanowski - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Natasha Harvey - Massage Therapist To connect with any of our experts, please go to our website directory. For more information about setting boundaries, please listen to episodes 87 & 88. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Handling toxic family members and conflict resolution. Conflict resolution and parts work in mental health. Conflict resolution strategies for Enneagram types. Setting boundaries with toxic family members during meals. Episode Resources: Melanie Yukov: https://root2risewellness.org/h-o-m-e  Erin Baute: https://livingtheenneagram.com/ Natasha Harvey: https://www.massagebook.com/Raleigh~Massage~natasha-l-harvey Sarah Szymanowski: https://www.fermata-counseling.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in this first Roundtable discussion of 2024 to talk about the topic of Toxic Individuals and Setting Boundaries. Our conversation in this episode discusses  identifying exactly what is meant when we say a person is toxic, signs/ characteristics we should be looking out for, how to hold space for empathy while still creating boundaries with loved ones, and more! This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts: Melanie Yukov - Herbalist and a Health Coach focusing highly on digestive health Erin Baute - Behavior and Business Strategist for female small entrepreneurs, small business owners Sarah Szymanowski - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Natasha Harvey - Massage Therapist To connect with any of our experts, please go to our website directory. For more information about setting boundaries, please listen to episodes 87 & 88. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Handling toxic family members and conflict resolution. Toxic family members and their impact on moms. Recognizing and dealing with toxic people in various relationships. Toxicity, humanity, and nervous system regulation. Managing toxic relationships and its physical effects. Setting boundaries and toxic relationships. Setting boundaries with toxic relatives. Setting personalized boundaries with empathy and love. Setting boundaries and overcoming guilt. Setting boundaries, emotional regulation, and self-love. Episode Resources: Peaceful Living Daily Meditations for Living with Love, Healing and Compassion by Mary McKenzie Louise Hay (Books) Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There's something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. In this episode and once a month going forward, we will be joined by some of our HER Circle members (HER Circle is the mom community created by HER Health Collective) for special episodes called, Mom Chats. In this Mom Chat episode, we are joined by two of our cherished HER Circle members, Rachael and Rhyan. We will be discussing the topic of adult friendships and friendships in motherhood specifically developing, nurturing and maintaining friendships. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Adult friendships and motherhood with HER Circle members. Childhood and teenage friendships. Childhood friendships and college bonding. Friendship dynamics throughout life. Friendship shifts from childhood to adulthood. Adult friendships and their evolution. Friendship and commitment challenges. Friendship and support networks for moms. Challenges of being an older mom in a neighborhood of younger moms. The value of friendships among moms at different stages of motherhood. Vulnerability and energy levels in adult friendships. Coping mechanisms and fear of loss in friendships. Social withdrawal and unreciprocated connections. The value of connections and feelings of rejection. Gender differences in communication styles. Episode Notes and Resources: HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. The Life Council by Laura Tremaine --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Ann Garcia is a mom of twins who are attending their top-choice colleges because they were able to get scholarship packages and made choices that best fit their family's budget.  Ann is also a CFP® and owner of Independent Progressive Advisors, a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor in Portland OR, author of The College Financial Lady blog  (thecollegefinanciallady.com). Her blog has approximately 15,000 subscribers in various media (blog, Facebook) and she is regularly cited in national media (New York Times, US News & World Report) on the subject of college planning. In her work she realized that parents were asking the same questions and having the same concerns about college. She was also researching the answers for her own family. She took her knowledge and started writing down answers in blog format, and The College Financial Lady was born. Ann's goal is to share her knowledge on the topic with as many people as possible. She is also striving to help parents plan and finance affordable college educations for their children. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: College finances with expert Ann Garcia. Affording college and retirement savings.  College planning and financial aid options for families. Balancing letting your child pursue their passions with keeping them on track for college Role that AP and IB classes play in admissions and scholarships College pathways and financial aid options. The importance of academic fit for students. College preparation and scholarships. College financial aid and scholarships. Financial planning, college, and career options. Episode Notes and Resources: Ann Garcia's Website: https://howtopayforcollege.com/ Ann's Book: https://howtopayforcollege.com/book https://www.collegedata.com Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Dr. Anne Welsh is a mother of 4 who left her career at Harvard to build a practice supporting women in growing their careers and families.  She is a licensed psychologist with a doctorate in counseling psychology, and a certified executive coach (ACC) through the International Federation of Coaching, and a Retain Certified Parental Leave Coach (R-CPLC) through the Center for Parental Leave Leadership. She is also Peripartum Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International. Dr. Welsh has a true passion for helping overwhelmed mothers feel less alone and enjoy their lives more. Today we are talking about the importance of discerning our changing values and the secret gifts parenting gives toward professional development. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Work-life balance and personal values.  Setting boundaries and prioritizing personal wants.  Self-discovery and values alignment for moms.  Parenting as a leadership development tool. Work-life balance, values, and leadership development for mothers. Episode Notes and Resources: https://www.drannewelsh.com Anne's website where prospective clients can access more information about her, contact her to set up a fit call, get started on an individual coaching package, and see links to group coaching programs as they launch. https://www.instagram.com/dr.welsh.coaching/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Dr. Anne Welsh is a mother of 4 who left her career at Harvard to build a practice supporting women in growing their careers and families.  She is a licensed psychologist with a doctorate in counseling psychology, and a certified executive coach (ACC) through the International Federation of Coaching, and a Retain Certified Parental Leave Coach (R-CPLC) through the Center for Parental Leave Leadership. She is also Peripartum Mental Health Certified (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International. Dr. Welsh has a true passion for helping overwhelmed mothers feel less alone and enjoy their lives more. Today we are talking about how TO drop the ball: the key to surviving as a working parent. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: The 5 most common struggles Anne hears from working mothers in her office. Motherhood, identity shifts, and societal expectations. The biggest myths and misconceptions about “balance” that set working mothers up for failure. Work-life balance and support for working mothers. Motherhood struggles and setting realistic expectations. Work-life balance as a moving target. Navigating life's challenges and finding balance. Episode Notes and Resources: https://www.drannewelsh.com This is a link to my website where prospective clients can access more information about me, contact me to set up a fit call, get started on an individual coaching package, and see links to group coaching programs as they launch. https://www.instagram.com/dr.welsh.coaching/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Managing personal finance can be an overwhelming and stressful process, especially if you have not been taught about financial wellness. Jillian is on a mission to help women heal their relationship and start using money in alignment with their vision and values. She discusses the 4 aspects of financial wellness that she feels are important in order to have a deeper understanding of what it means to have true financial wellness. She also gives tips on how couples can discuss money while being productive and friendly. Jillian is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of North Carolina with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is also one of the first woman-identified Financial Therapists in North Carolina, which means that she specializes in helping professional women and moms feel good about their relationship with money. She is a Mom, a recovering people-pleaser and perfectionist. Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Personal finance books and resources for diverse perspectives. Financial wellness aspects, including knowledge and income. Financial wellness aspects and their interconnectedness. Money management and communication in relationships. Suggestions on how couples can broach the topic of money. Examples of questions that we could try out with our partners to determine where they are at with money.  Episode Notes and Resources: Jillian's website https://www.herfinancialtherapy.com/ Remit Sethi, “I Will Teach You To Be Rich” https://www.amazon.com/Will-Teach-You-Be-Rich/dp/0761147489 Bari Tessler: https://baritessler.com/ Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Managing personal finance can be an overwhelming and stressful process, especially if you have not been taught about financial wellness. Jillian is on a mission to help women heal their relationship and start using money in alignment with their vision and values. She is a Mom, and a recovering people-pleaser and perfectionist. Jillian is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of North Carolina with 10 years of experience in the mental health field. She is also one of the first woman-identified Financial Therapists in North Carolina, which means that she specializes in helping professional women and moms feel good about their relationship with money.  Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Financial therapy and its impact on mental health. Money mindset, parenting, and career growth. Money beliefs and their impact on mental health. Improving relationships with money and setting healthy financial examples for children.  Teaching kids about money management and personal finance. Personal finance and debt management. Personal finance and values. Money beliefs and their impact on financial decisions. Financial wellness and relationships with money. Episode Notes and Resources: https://www.herfinancialtherapy.com/ www.herhealthcollective.com Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Jenn Drummond is the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents. She is an international speaker, author, and Host of the Seek Your Summit podcast, who's focused on inspiring others to go beyond success to a life of significance. Jenn is a Mom of 7, successful business owner, and World Record holder. Jenn now spends her time inspiring others to create a thriving business and lasting legacy of their own. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BREAKPROOF: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals.  In this episode, Jenn talks to us about overcoming setbacks in life and how it feels to hold a Guinness World Record. She also shares her thoughts on pushing past comfort zones and pursuing your dreams. Our discussion today included: Overcoming setbacks in life and business with a Guinness World Record holder. A moment where Jenn thought “What am I doing? Why am I doing this?  Climbing Mount Everest and personal growth. How it feels to hold a Guinness World Record.  Comparison and prioritization of personal struggles. Goal setting and finding support. Pushing past comfort zones and pursuing dreams. Life lessons from climbing Mount Everest.  Thank you to our sponsor: Camp Gladiator:  campgladiator.com/trainer/tammyyalch tammyyalch@campgladiator.com Resources Mentioned in Episode: Jenn's Book - Breakproof: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684814359/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk Website: https://www.jenndrummond.com  Surrender Experiment - https://untetheredsoul.com/surrender-experiment --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Jenn Drummond is a Mom of 7, successful business owner, and World Record holder. As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents, she now spends her time inspiring others to create a thriving business and lasting legacy of their own. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BREAKPROOF: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals. Jenn is also an international speaker, author, and Host of the Seek Your Summit podcast, who's focused on inspiring others to go beyond success to a life of significance. In this episode, Jenn talks to us openly on how an almost death experience changed her and the lessons she took away from the experience. She also shares a few of her strategies that she teaches in her challenges, podcast and new book. Our discussion today included: Overcoming challenges and living authentically with Jen Drummond. Priorities, embarrassing story shared. Near-death experience and its impact on life perspective. Coping with trauma and overcoming fear after a near-fatal car accident.  Life lessons after a near-death experience. Resilience and significance in life and business.  Finding joy and perspective in life's challenges. Mindset, prioritizing family, and perspective shift. Thank you to our sponsor: Mama Needs A Moment - Patreon  Resources Mentioned in Episode: Jenn's Book - Breakproof: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1684814359/ref=tsm_1_fb_lk Website: https://www.jenndrummond.com  Surrender Experiment - https://untetheredsoul.com/surrender-experiment --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our 2023 expert panelists have come together in this Roundtable discussion to talk about the topic of Setting Boundaries. Our conversation in this episode discusses the qualities needed to begin setting boundaries, how the experts help people begin learning about boundaries, hurdles and challenges a person should be prepared to overcome and examples from our experts of how they have personally set an effective boundary in their own lives. Our final HER Health Collective Roundtable of 2023 features the following HER Expert panelists: Veronica Kemeny - Anchor Perinatal - licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a certification in perinatal mental health (PMH-C), one of the founders of Anchor Perinatal Wellness Kyrsten Spurrier - owner of the Perinatal Pelvis in Hillsborough, North Carolina, providing pelvic floor therapy and maternal wellness. Dr. Hilary Mandzik -  licensed psychologist, owner of a private therapy practice specializing in perinatal mental health as well as an online parenting support. Christy Maloney - Registered Dietitian specializing in helping those with eating disorders and disordered eating in Charlotte, NC To connect with any of our experts, please go to our website directory Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Setting effective boundaries for women's health.  Setting healthy boundaries and self-awareness. Mental health and coping strategies.  Setting boundaries in parenthood and relationships.  Prioritizing self-care for parents.  Setting boundaries with in-laws.  Setting boundaries and self-awareness.  Episode Resources: Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Several of our 2023 expert panelists have come together in this Roundtable discussion to talk about the topic of Setting Boundaries. Our conversation in this episode discusses what boundaries are, how to know when they have been breached and how to set effective boundaries. We are striving to give you everything you need to know about boundaries from different professional backgrounds. We also glean insights from our experts' personal experiences as well.  Our fourth and final HER Health Collective Roundtable of 2023 features the following HER Expert panelists: Veronica Kemeny - Anchor Perinatal - licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a certification in perinatal mental health (PMH-C), one of the founders of Anchor Perinatal Wellness Kyrsten Spurrier - owner of the Perinatal Pelvis in Hillsborough, North Carolina, providing pelvic floor therapy and maternal wellness. Dr. Hilary Mandzik -  licensed psychologist, owner of a private therapy practice specializing in perinatal mental health as well as an online parenting support. Christy Maloney - Registered Dietitian specializing in helping those with eating disorders and disordered eating in Charlotte, NC To connect with any of our experts, please go to our website directory Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: Setting effective boundaries for moms with various professional backgrounds.  Personal boundaries in relationships and work. Lack of boundaries in relationships and its impact. Setting boundaries in relationships and parenting.  Setting boundaries around body image and food choices.  Recognizing and respecting boundaries in pelvic floor therapy.  People-pleasing, shame, and boundary-setting. Setting healthy boundaries and gender differences.  Motherhood and decision-making. Gender roles, parenting, and socialization.  Women's body image and setting boundaries. Generational differences in setting boundaries and saying no.  Generational differences in self-awareness and boundaries.  Emotional boundaries and parenting.  Parenting and generational differences.  Setting boundaries vs. making requests. Boundaries, people-pleasing, and shame.  Episode Resources: Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Dr. Robin Buckley feels there is a relationship between mental health in the workplace and women's empowerment. In this episode, she discusses how organizations that support mental wellness tend to be more open to letting women have a voice. She talks about becoming a priority. As an author, professional speaker and cognitive behavioral coach, she works to help high achieving individuals thrive in their careers and relationships. She loves teaching strategies to women that they can apply to their lives, whether it's personally or professionally to take hold of their lives and develop their voices no matter how old they are.  She has a PhD in Clinical Psychology, and served as a doctoral professor and dissertation chair for students in business leadership, education and healthcare. She has published two books, and is a columnist for several well known publications. Her proprietary coaching model uses a business framework and cognitive behavioral strategies to support clients in creating and executing concrete strategic plans for developing their careers and relationships. Our discussion includes: Relationships, marriage, and personal growth  Women's empowerment and mental health in the workplace.  Prioritizing self-care for moms. Empowering women and achieving work-life harmony.  Motherhood, grief, and female pleasure. Raising girls for sexual pleasure and protection.  Building trust and open communication between parents and children.  Parenting strategies and communication with children.  Thank you to our sponsor: HER Circle Resources Mentioned in Episode: Dr. Robin Buckley Website: www.drrobinbuckley.com Website: www.insightsgroup.net Confidence Code - Claire Shipman & Katty Kay --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

It seems that humans tend to make plans for everything else in their lives, except when it comes to their relationships. They just wing it. Dr. Robin Buckley recognized this pattern and created programming to help high achieving individuals thrive in their careers and relationships. Dr. Buckley is an author, professional speaker, and cognitive behavioral coach who works with executive women and high performance couples. She has a PhD in Clinical Psychology, and served as a doctoral professor and dissertation chair for students in business leadership, education and healthcare. She has published two books, and is a columnist for several well known publications. Her proprietary coaching model uses a business framework and cognitive behavioral strategies to support clients in creating and executing concrete strategic plans for developing their careers and relationships. Our discussion includes: Parenting, Dr. Buckley's TED talk, and personal growth. Sexual wellness, college choices, and gap years.  Using business strategies in relationships.  Using cognitive behavioral strategies in couples coaching.  Writing books for adolescent girls and career advice.  Relationship planning and cognitive behavioral tools.  Thank you to our sponsor: Camp Gladiator:  campgladiator.com/trainer/tammyyalch tammyyalch@campgladiator.com Resources Mentioned in Episode: Dr. Robin Buckley Website: www.drrobinbuckley.com Website: www.insightsgroup.net Big Magic by Elisabeth Gilbert --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Regardless of whether it's physical, mental, or possessional, clutter takes up space. The space it takes up in our minds and calendars could be put to more productive, creative, and fun use. According to Connie Ellefson, author of "Clear the Space Feel the Rush," you can start anywhere on your decluttering journey and there is a rush of energy we get from decluttering and organizing a space. This energy is the same rush we get from exercising or releasing emotional burdens. Connie Ellefson is an engineer, author and professional organizer who is helping people release the incredible amount of creativity and energy tied up in unnecessary clutter. In this episode, we continue talking to Connie about her new book, "Clear the Space Feel the Rush."  Our discussion includes: Clutter's impact on mental and physical well-being.  Clutter, memory, and brain function. Decluttering, tidying up, and the emotional benefits. Emotional release and endorphins for better health.  Decluttering and mental well-being.  Decluttering with humor and real-life stories.  Thank you to our sponsor: HER Health Collective Patreon Resources Mentioned in Episode: www.ClearTheSpace.com Connie Ellefson, “Clear the Space, Feel the Rush” Dr. Joe Dispenza, “Becoming Supernatural” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Clutter has different effects depending on the type of person you are. According to Connie Ellefson, you can start anywhere on your decluttering journey and there is a rush of energy we get from decluttering and organizing a space. This energy is the same rush we get from exercising or releasing emotional burdens. Connie Ellefson is an engineer, author and professional organizer working in the Denver metro area, helping people release the incredible amount of creativity and energy tied up in unnecessary clutter. Whether physical, mental, or possessional, clutter takes up space in our psyches and calendars that could be put to more productive, creative, and fun use. She joins us to discuss her new book, "Clear the Space Feel the Rush."  Our discussion today included: Explaining the process of ‘upcycling' all areas of life, reevaluating your choices, finding greater appreciation for all you have, and rediscovering the joy and enthusiasm within. Decluttering and organizing with a focus on mental and emotional aspects.  Aging, decluttering, and self-improvement.  Decluttering mental and physical bodies for better health and longevity. Decluttering, mental clutter, and self-care for moms. Creativity, motherhood, and simplicity. Simplifying life as parents with cluttered homes and children. Instilling this perspective into our children when everything around them sends the message that more is better and they need “things” to be happy    Thank you to our sponsor: Camp Gladiator:  campgladiator.com/trainer/tammyyalch tammyyalch@campgladiator.com Resources Mentioned in Episode: www.ClearTheSpace.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

We are joined by several of our 2023 expert panelists to discuss the important and all-too-common topic of infertility. As challenges with infertility become ever more pervasive it becomes even more crucial that we continue to have honest and open conversations with experts, across a variety of industries to discover the best ways we can help couples on their fertility journey.  It is also essential that we continue to share our personal stories as it is only through this act of bravery that we will be able to dissolve the stigma, shame, and sense of loneliness that often accompanies challenges with infertility.  Today in part two of this conversation, we explore the prevalence of male fertility, the trauma of the fertility journey, the effects of infertility on marriages, its impacts on the body and body image, and how to support loved ones contending with infertility. If you missed part one of this conversation be sure to check out last week's episode. We explored issues of fertility planning, the benefits of cycle syncing, issues with Hashimoto's, Endometriosis, and PCOS, the pervasiveness of diet culture and its impact on women's health and fertility, and so much more. This Roundtable from fall 2023 features the following HER Expert panelists: Emily Chaffee - Birth Doula, Fertility Doula, Massage Therapist, Childbirth Educator, Co-Owner of Carolina Birth & Wellness  Christy Maloney - registered dietitian and owner of Enhanced Nutrition Associates Kyrsten Spurrier - Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and owner of the Perinatal Pelvis  Dr. Hillary Mandzik -licensed clinical psychologist and I specialize in parenting and perinatal mental health  Katherine Andrew - registered dietitian specializing in hormone and digestive health To connect with any of our experts, please go to our website directory Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: The prevalence of male fertility Effect of stress on sperm Focusing on wellness as a couple when trying to get pregnant The trauma of the fertility journey Necessity of social support Impact of the fertility journey on a marriage Effect of IVF on the body Processing body image concerns around infertility The need to connect with and love the body again after battling infertility How to support loved ones in the midst of infertility What to say and not say to loved ones struggling to get pregnant Resources Mentioned:  PLOS: Effects of Preconception Lifestyle Intervention  Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

We are joined by several of our 2023 expert panelists to discuss the important and all too common topic of infertility. As challenges with infertility become ever more pervasive it becomes even more crucial that we continue to have honest and open conversations with experts, across a variety of industries to discover the best ways we can help couples on their fertility journey.  It is also essential that we continue to share our personal stories as it is only through this act of bravery that we will be able to dissolve the stigma, shame, and sense of loneliness that often accompanies challenges with infertility. Today in part one of this conversation, we explore issues of fertility planning, the benefits of cycle syncing, issues with Hashimoto's, Endometriosis, and PCOS, the pervasiveness of diet culture and it's impact on women's health and fertility, and so much more. This Roundtable from fall 2023 features the following HER Expert panelists: Emily Chaffee - Birth Doula, Fertility Doula, Massage Therapist, Childbirth Educator, Co-Owner of Carolina Birth & Wellness  Christy Maloney - registered dietitian and owner of Enhanced Nutrition Associates Kyrsten Spurrier - Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist and owner of the Perinatal Pelvis  Dr. Hillary Mandzik -licensed clinical psychologist and I specialize in parenting and perinatal mental health  Katherine Andrew - registered dietitian specializing in hormone and digestive health To connect with any of our experts, please go to our website directory Today's episode includes a discussion of the following topics: The challenge of fertility planning The importance of learning about your body and your cycles Hashimoto's diagnosis and infertility The importance of proper thyroid care Necessity of advocating for yourself within the medical system The value of functional medicine Endometriosis and infertility PCOS and infertility Diet culture and it's impact on women's health and fertility Health optimization as a goal for everyone Letting go of the need for perfection on one's health journey The dangers of hard-core cardio workouts The importance of a gratitude practice Support Mama Needs a Moment! Become a patron through our Mama Needs a Moment Patreon. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

As we continue to evolve further into a digital age of smartphones, social media, apps, and artificial intelligence, parents grow more and more unsure of how to guide their children. As parents, we are treading in uncharted waters of the effects a child's digital blueprint can have on their lives as well as the long term effects of the extended use of digital technology. Julie Fisher is an educational consultant and coach who focuses on helping parents navigate the complicated task of balancing the digital world with the real one. She is a former teacher and has a background as an Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, BBFA (Building Better Families for Action) where she created specialized curriculum and led educational programs for both parents and students that gave them answers to real-life questions about tech and social media use. She is an author, keynote speaker and a digital coach with private clients, and also works with businesses. Julie helps parents cope with the chaos that comes from parenting digital kids by offering realistic solutions to help manage family tech use, keep kids safe online, and ensure that kids' past posts don't hurt their future.  Our discussion today included: Benefits and drawbacks of social media and smartphones for youth.  Benefits of social media for kids' mental health and safety. Managing technology use in households with children.  Parental control and education for children's online safety.  Sextortion, cyberbullying, and online safety for children. Thank you to our sponsor: Mama Needs A Moment Patreon Resources Mentioned in Episode: Your Digital Guardian Julie's Instagram page where she offers free resources: https://www.instagram.com/yourdigitalguardian/ Julie's TicTok page: https://www.tiktok.com/@yourdigitalguardian --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

We are living in a digital age of smartphones, social media, apps, and artificial intelligence. This is all new to most parents and we are treading in uncharted waters of the effects a child's digital blueprint can have on their lives. Julie Fisher is an educational consultant and coach who focuses on helping parents navigate the complicated task of balancing the digital world with the real one. She is a former teacher and has a background as an Executive Director of the nonprofit organization, BBFA (Building Better Families for Action) where she created specialized curriculum and led educational programs for both parents and students that gave them answers to real-life questions about tech and social media use. She is an author, keynote speaker and a digital coach with private clients and also works with businesses. Julie helps parents cope with the chaos that comes from parenting digital kids by offering realistic solutions to help manage family tech use, keep kids safe online, and ensure that kids' past posts don't hurt their future.  Our discussion today included: Ways that the digital boom may be correlated to changes in our youth Social media, digital footprints, and online safety.  Tech's impact on youth resilience and coping skills.  Digital boom's impact on self-reliance, confidence, and communication skills.  Online safety for children and the impact of technology on their brains.  Determining appropriate age for kids to have phones.  Parental sharing of children's personal information online. Thank you to our sponsor: Camp Gladiator Special 15th Anniversary September offer! 15 days of free workouts and up to 15% of membership:  campgladiator.com/trainer/tammyyalch tammyyalch@campgladiator.com Resources Mentioned in Episode: Your Digital Guardian "How to Break Up with Your Phone" by Catherine Price --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Your body is your life's partner, not your life's project.  What if you could focus on nourishing yourself for vitality and worry less about your body's size and shape? What if you could step over the threshold of midlife and see elder hood as a time to emerge as your truest self? What if you could approach midlife and beyond as a time to break free from old beliefs about your body? Few things will bring more empowerment and ease into your life than learning to trust yourself and your body. Debra Benfield, or Deb as we know her, has helped hundreds of women heal their relationship with food, eating, and their bodies in her 35-year career as a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist specializing in preventing and treating disordered eating. She brings her research, training, passion, clinical and lived experience to the intersection of pro-aging and body liberation. Deb's work is rooted in helping her clients: shifting their body relationship from their life's project to their life's partner, recognizing internalized ageism and ending it, Untangling from diet/wellness culture, nourishing their bodies in midlife and beyond to support growing older in alignment with their values, and seeing midlife and beyond as a time of Emergence Last week, in part one of our conversation with Deb Benfield we explored diet culture and the hold it has over our society and how we can learn to look out for it and fight it for ourselves and our loved ones. We also discussed the power of midlife to emerge as our truest most authentic self.  This week, in part two of our conversation we are exploring Deb's recipe for aging with vitality and body liberation and exploring the power our “body stories” have over us and how the body shame memories from our youth can directly impact embodiment as an adult.  This is an episode you won't want to miss!  Our discussion today included: Deb's recipe for aging with vitality and body liberation Recognizing internalized beliefs about “shoulds” Self care and the power of internal dialogue w/ your inner child Shifting into caring instead of controlling Aligning your choices with your values Exploring our body story and body shame memories Intuitive movement and the necessity of rest Vitality as we age Embracing the inevitability of death Listening to your body to determine what is healthy Understanding how our body receives data  Thank you to our sponsor: HER Patreon Resources Mentioned in Episode: DebraBenfield.com Jessica DeFino, The Unpublishable Christy Harrison, The Wellness Trap --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Your body is your life's partner, not your life's project.  What if you could focus on nourishing yourself for vitality and worry less about your body's size and shape? What if you could step over the threshold of midlife and see elder hood as a time to emerge as your truest self? What if you could approach midlife and beyond as a time to break free from old beliefs about your body? Few things will bring more empowerment and ease into your life than learning to trust yourself and your body. Debra Benfield, or Deb as we know her, has helped hundreds of women heal their relationship with food, eating, and their bodies in her 35-year career as a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist specializing in preventing and treating disordered eating. She brings her research, training, passion, clinical and lived experience to the intersection of pro-aging and body liberation. Deb's work is rooted in helping her clients: shifting their body relationship from their life's project to their life's partner, recognizing internalized ageism and ending it, Untangling from diet/wellness culture, nourishing their bodies in midlife and beyond to support growing older in alignment with their values, and seeing midlife and beyond as a time of Emergence Today, in part one of our conversation with Deb Benfield we explore diet culture and the hold it has over our society and how we can learn to look out for it and fight it for ourselves and our loved ones. We also discuss the power of midlife to emerge as our truest most authentic self. This is an episode you won't want to miss!  Our discussion today included: The importance of stepping outside of yourself as a single mother and facing fears  Deb's efforts to change what diet culture focuses on The power of midlife to emerge as our truest self Lessons offered in puberty and menopause How your relationship with your body allows you to reconnect with your authentic self Menopause as a time of Emergence The power of creating practices in your life The five times a day to practice embodiment Diet culture and how disordered eating is promoted in the name of health Looking at the intergenerational effects of diet culture Red flags to watch for in your life and loved ones Misperceptions of what disordered eating looks like Thank you to our sponsor: HER Patreon Resources Mentioned in Episode: DebraBenfield.com Do Old People Need Less Food by Virginia Sole Smith Ageism Unmasked by Tracy Gendron Let's End Ageism TED TAlk by Ashton Applewhite Breaking the Age Code by Becca Levy Dr. Rachel Goode, Episodes 55 & 56 of Mama Needs a Moment I'm Glad My Mom Died by Jennette McCurdy --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

Sharon Shelton offers a calm and peaceful energy to the world around her. As a Certified Professional Coach and a Certified Mindfulness Teacher, Sharon holds her clients accountable with a casual, engaged and encouraging approach. She helps her clients close the gap between where they are and where they want to be in their life. Prior to the life she currently lives, Sharon overcame alcoholism and has maintained her sobriety for over 25 years. She went on to rebuild her career to become VP of a global software company, created a loving and supportive community with over 3800 members, married the love of her life, and started her own heart-centered business. When working with clients, Sharon incorporates her extensive experience, knowledge and practices into a unique, proven, science-backed, step-by-step model for living fully, focused on Intention + Alignment + Mindfulness. She speaks with us on the topic of spirituality. Sharon explains the difference between spirituality and religion, the connection between spirituality and mindfulness and offers suggestions on how to build a more spiritual life. In this episode we discuss: Spirituality and spiritual growth.  Spirituality vs. Religion.  How to build a spiritual life.  The connection between spirituality and mindfulness. Identifying with the waves instead of the ocean.  Midlife as a phase of life in which many question the identity they've cultivated for decades. Finding clarity where you are and where you want to be Thank you to our sponsor: HER Circle Resources Mentioned in Episode: Mindful Friends Group for Parents - https://bit.ly/3OvKo6L Women Thriving in Midlife Coaching Program - https://l2ylcourses.thinkific.com/courses/women-thriving-in-midlife-coaching-program-ongoing (with 50% discount code "HER") https://www.listentoyourlife.com/ Books: Radical Acceptance - Tara Brach Wise Heart - Jack Kornfield You Belong - Sengal Selassie --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support

With a casual, engaged, and encouraging approach, Sharon Shelton holds clients accountable to leaning into the life that they want to call forward. She helps her clients close the gap between where they are and where they want to be. Sharon is a Certified Professional Coach (CPC) | Certified Mindfulness Teacher (CMT-P) with a fascinating story of how she transformed her life over the past 25 years. She overcame alcoholism, has maintained her sobriety for over 25 years, rebuilt her career to become VP of a global software company, created a loving and supportive community with over 3800 members, married the love of her life, and started her own heart-centered business.   Sharon incorporates her extensive experience, knowledge and practices into a unique, proven, science-backed, step-by-step model for living fully, focused on Intention + Alignment + Mindfulness. You will hear Sharon discuss how she overcame the challenges she faced at an earlier time in her life to build the life she lives today, and how she became clear about what kind of life she wanted to create. You're going to be absorbed into her calming presence and peaceful energy. In this episode we discuss: Sharon shares how she overcame the challenges she faced and built the beautiful and empowered life she leads today. Discovering what's underneath all the distraction. Getting clear on the kind of life you want.  How to deal with challenges and obstacles. Practice noticing the stories that cause suffering. Life changing books Sharon recommends. Thank you to our sponsor: HER Circle Resources Mentioned in Episode: Mindful Friends Group for Parents - https://bit.ly/3OvKo6L Women Thriving in Midlife Coaching Program - https://l2ylcourses.thinkific.com/courses/women-thriving-in-midlife-coaching-program-ongoing (with 50% discount code "HER") https://www.listentoyourlife.com/ Books: Radical Acceptance - Tara Brach Wise Heart - Jack Kornfield You Belong - Sengal Selassie --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/herhealthcollective/support