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They say all good things must come to an end! After some thoughtful contemplation, D and Jac have made the decision to end the pod (for now). After five incredible years, it wasn't an easy choice to make, but one they felt was necessary. The gals explain what led them here and reflect on their most cherished memories, where their friendship stands, and takeaways from their experience as podcast hosts. They also get candid about their future plans and hopes for their lives after the WoMed. We love you all so much. Thank you for everything!! And for one last time, WoMed...out!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Hello Fresh — Go to HelloFresh.com/womedfree and use code womedfree for FREE breakfast for life!   Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com     Quince — Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.   If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caitlin Crosby is the multifaceted force behind The Giving Keys, a jewelry company with a heartwarming mission to support individuals transitioning out of homelessness in Los Angeles. She is also an author, TEDx speaker, and Oprah ambassador. (Yes, you read that right! THE Orpah). In today's episode, she is sharing her inspiring journey from the entertainment industry to entrepreneurship and how her passion project turned into a full-blown business. Caitlin's story is one of creativity, compassion, and an entrepreneurial spirit driven by a desire to make a meaningful impact rather than financial gain. Her commitment to mental health advocacy and personal growth shines through as she discusses the significance of the word "resilient" for the year, reflecting on her own challenges, including becoming a single mom. The conversation also touches on the (not always positive) evolution of social media, the therapeutic power of The Giving Keys, and Caitlin's future hopes for the brand.    Be sure to follow Caitlin on Instagram @caitlincrosby, @thegivingkeys and visit www.thegivingkeys.com  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.   Hello Fresh — Go to HelloFresh.com/womedfree and use code womedfree for FREE breakfast for life!   Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com     Quince — Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Almost a year later, D and Jac are reunited with their fav Harvard Nutritional Psychiatrist (NBD), Dr. Uma Naidoo, to discuss her new book, "Calm Your Mind With Food," which focuses on the link between diet and anxiety, emphasizing the importance of a healthy gut-brain connection. She shares insights from her own personal experiences with anxiety and highlights simple dietary changes that can help you manage it. Dr. Uma also offers tips for incorporating nutritious meals into a busy schedule, stressing the importance of avoiding foods that can trigger anxiety and which ones to avoid in particular. The gals also touch on the role of medications like Ozempic on hormones like leptin, the effect they might be having on people's mental health, and so much more. Thank you again for sharing all of your incredible wisdom with us, Dr. Uma!    Be sure to follow Dr. Uma Naidoo @drumanaidoo. To check out her books and sign up for her newsletter visit umanaidoomd.com  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.   Hello Fresh — Go to HelloFresh.com/womedfree and use code womedfree for FREE breakfast for life!   Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com     Quince — Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: suicide   Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Nutritional Psychiatrist at Harvard Medical School, best-selling author, professional chef, and more. She joins your hosts today to discuss how the gut and brain are connected, the importance of what food you eat, and the link between mental and metabolic health. She shares what drew her to this field of medicine, how our diet is linked to our brain, and offers quick and easy recipes that can make a big difference for shift workers. She touches on foods that support your mental health, foods to support people going through fertility treatments, and discusses her new project: the first CME program in nutritional psychiatry with Mass General.     Be sure to follow Dr. Uma Naidoo @drumanaidoo. To get a copy of her book and sign up for her newsletter visit umanaidoomd.com    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.   Hello Fresh — Go to HelloFresh.com/womedfree and use code womedfree for FREE breakfast for life!   Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com     Quince — Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.   If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With winter well under way, the gals are sitting down for a much-needed catch-up and mental health check-in. Jac and D are sharing candid updates on their lives and opening up about how they are really doing. D opens up about her current headspace and how her mental health is "mentalling" as she adjusts to life in Cleveland and gives a candid post-breakup update. While Jac is feeling mentally exhausted after her grandma's recent health scare, she is so excited about her twin sister giving birth next month! It's safe to say the gals have a lot on the go right now and are due for a much-needed vacay somewhere warm!! Hopefully this episode serves as a reminder to take it easy on yourself this season, lean into rest and self-care, and give yourself some grace through whatever challenges you might also be facing this winter.    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.       Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com       HoneyLove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only. Inventory is limited and the sale ends soon so don't miss their best deals of the year. Let them know we sent you!         Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.       If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ladies are back in action for Part 2 of their Ozempic Reality Check with their cardiologist bestie, Dr. Danielle Belardo! Dr. B sheds light on the individualized criteria for considering these drugs that go beyond aesthetics, addressing issues like battling food noise, mental health, and binge eating disorders. The conversation then turns to medications like Ozempic for kids, breaking down the nuanced factors contributing to obesity and debunking the moral shaming that comes along with it. Dr. B also emphasizes the safety, duration, and personal choices involved in using these medications, and so much more. We hope listeners feel empowered to find their own unique paths to a healthier, shame-free life in 2024!    Be sure to follow Dr. Danielle Belardo on Instagram and visit her website here!     Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  HoneyLove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only. Inventory is limited and the sale ends soon so don't miss their best deals of the year. Let them know we sent you!    Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.      If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Danielle Belardo is back, and the gals are jazzed to have their cardiologist bestie on the pod again! In this two-parter, they're tackling the madness of New-Year health resolutions, bringing in the expert insights of Dr. B herself. She breaks down her recent publication in the American Journal of Cardiology (NBD) and the blood, sweat, and tears that went into it. Dr. B also gets into the dangers of medical misinformation and how to become foolproof against falling victim to pseudoscience. She discusses supplements and the potential harms associated with them, and the gals dive head first into the Ozempic of it all, and Dr. B isn't holding anything back. With Dr. B laying down the no-nonsense facts, it's a crucial listen for anyone navigating the health landscape in 2024!  Be sure to follow Dr. Danielle Belardo on Instagram and visit her website here!  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  HoneyLove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only. Inventory is limited and the sale ends soon so don't miss their best deals of the year. Let them know we sent you!    Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.      If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Out: 2023; In: 2024. Your two hosts and astrologer Valerie Mesa, all three with the beautiful middle name Marie, are back on the mic to talk about how to manifest amazing things in 2024 and what the stars have to say about the year (and decade) ahead! It turns out that the New Year is starting off in a pretty cool way astrologically, and Valerie explains why the start of this year is already indicating some signs of what is to come next. After an “emolicious” end to 2023, Danielle is ready to explore what's in store for this year, and of course, Valarie has to do a tarot reading for your two hosts. Both of those readings end in love cards... is this a sign of things to come? Valerie also explains how your location can dictate what happens in your life according to your specific birth chart, so Danielle might have to travel to that Venus line soon to find her special someone! Plus, how is tech related to the changes ahead and why does Val think fantasy and reality are about to come head-to-head? Danielle is bursting with energy and light and Jackie is ready to get down to business, so whether you are a spiritual guru or just along for the ride, get excited to learn more about your hosts and our solar system! You can find Val on Instagram @valeriemesa to learn even more about yourself for this new chapter ahead. Happy New Year! Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:   Caraway — Visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED to take advantage of this limited-time offer for 10% off your next purchase. This deal is exclusive for our listeners, so visit Carawayhome.com/WOMED or use code WOMED at checkout. Caraway: Non-Toxic cookware made modern.  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  HoneyLove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only. Inventory is limited and the sale ends soon so don't miss their best deals of the year. Let them know we sent you!    Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ladies are back again with their annual WoMed New Years special! From reflecting on 2023 to setting intentions for 2024, D and Jac cover the good, the bad and the ugly of 2023 (because life isn't always a highlight reel, right?!). After spending the last half of 2023 working on herself, D is f*cking elevating and ready to date again! The ladies discuss Hinge vs Raya, “solo yolo,” moments of 2023 and finally finding, “her,” again. D sets her 2024 intention of, “abundance,” while Jac intends to slow down in the new year, finding and enjoying the simple joys of life again. D and Jac talk about things they didn't do well in 2023 and how they plan to work on it in 2024. Finally, it wouldn't be a New Years episode without discussing Grey's Anatomy (and let's be honest, D's true 2024 goal is getting caught up in Grey's so D and Jac and watch season 20 together). So grab your journal, light some candles, bake yourself a pan of brownies and let's reflect on the year together. Shoutout to our listeners who have been with us through this crazy year - we can't wait to bring in 2024 with you!  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Honeylove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only. LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Christmas came early this year! The spirits are high, and the gals are buzzing as they are joined once again by their fave in-house narcissist expert, Dr. Jamie Zuckerman, for yet another eye-opening and satisfying conversation. The episode kicks off with some fun holiday updates from D and Jac and a quick recap for those tuning in from Part 1. Dr. Z then shares empowering advice for those in the thick of narcissistic relationships and the life that awaits them on the other side. The trio explores the buzz around “heavy” terms like narcissist and gaslighting and gets into why we can't just toss them around on a whim. Dr. Z challenges the conventional notions of self-worth we see online and offers her refreshing take on navigating through life post-trauma. Finally, Dr. Z shares more about her Holiday Help Workshop, offering tips to feel more at ease during this season, how to respond to boundary-less questions at family gatherings, and so much more. Tune in for tough love, laughs, and practical strategies to navigate the holidays with a sense of calm! To keep up with Dr. Jaime Zuckerman visit her website, drjaimezuckerman.com and follow her on Instagram @dr.z_psychologist. Plus, you can check out her Holiday Help Workshop and listen to the “It's Me, Dr. Z with JB” podcast wherever you listen to us.      Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Honeylove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only. LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Narcissistic Relationship Coach and Psychologist Dr. Jaime Zuckerman joins your hosts to talk all about navigating and exiting a relationship with a narcissist. Many healthcare workers identify as fixers and people pleasers, which can make them even more likely to fall victim to a narcissist. Dr. Z is here to teach us how to protect ourselves and spot abusive behavior. She talks about whether a narcissist can actually change, and if male and female narcissists present differently. Dr. Z explains what a narcissist is not, and how narcissism functions on a spectrum. She also highlights the need for a full-on exit strategy, and the post-breakup abuse that often occurs when someone leaves a narcissist. We hope that if anything from this conversation resonates with you, or you find yourself in a relationship with a narcissist, this offers that final push you need to ask for help.   To keep up with Dr. Jaime Zuckerman visit her website, drjaimezuckerman.com and follow her on Instagram @dr.z_psychologist. Plus, you can order her book, Find Your Calm: A Workbook to Manage Anxiety and listen to the “It's Me, Dr. Z with JB” podcast wherever you listen to us.      Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.     If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After a whirlwind of a November, D and Jac are back in action and officially leaning into the festive spirit! D shares the joy of putting up her first Christmas tree in over 13 years, while Jac reflects on the positive energy surrounding her this holiday season. Then, with the dry winter months in full swing, D, our beloved in-house skincare expert, is sharing all her secrets to maintaining a glow. She dives into the basics of skincare for late 20s and 30-somethings, breaking down the essentials—cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing, and protecting—and gives us insights into the benefits and proper usage of retinol. To wrap up, D shares valuable advice on which products are worth investing in, the purpose of botox and filler, why you should avoid influencer recommendations, and how to go about finding a reliable injector. Join the gals for a chat filled with holiday cheer and all the skincare wisdom!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Trigger Warning: Trauma, depression and suicidal ideation   Are you ready to make a change in your life? This week, Jac's going solo and opening up about her personal story with mindfulness and the transformational impact it's had on her life through her darkest days. From feeling lost after college to going through a gut-wrenching divorce, Jac shares the messy yet transformative nature of this practice. She breaks down what mindfulness is, how it helped her gain clarity, and why it's not always easy and isn't meant for everyone. Jac also introduces her exciting new venture, Words for Monday, a platform for both healthcare professionals and everyday individuals to learn about mindfulness, find community, and get started on their own journey. Hopefully, this episode makes you feel seen, gives you hope, and gives you reassurance that there can be beauty on the other side of pain.    Episode Links:   Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Blog Post  Words for Monday Website  Words for Monday Blog  Words for Monday Mindfulness Courses    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the gals are coming at you live from the city of angels! That's right, D and Jac are recording from L.A. and would like you all to know that they won't be becoming Angelinos any time soon (no offense to our L.A. listeners). The ladies start off by painting a picture of their rocky (less than) 48 hours in L.A., and let's just say, it's been a journey. From motion sickness to traffic and a variety of humbling moments, there's a lot to unpack. They then dive into why they're in Los Angeles and share their experience attending the End Well Conference! Thanks to their dear friend, both in real life and of the pod, Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, founder and director of End Well, a non-profit organization that aims to normalize conversations surrounding death and end-of-life care, Jac and D were able to attend this incredible event. They share the highlights of the conference, including some of the standout speakers and the thoughts and feelings that came up for them throughout, both as healthcare professionals and as human beings. There's no denying that it was a heavy day, but one filled with so much love, hope, and such beautiful messages about life, grief, and death.  Episode Links:   Be sure to follow End Well on Instagram!     Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, the gals are back for a fun Q&A to answer all of your burning questions! First off, D and J both share an update on how they're doing, and D gives some insight into the work she's doing with Protect Choice Ohio! Diving into the Q&A, they're answering all of your questions about their egg freezing journey and how they're feeling about it now. They're also sharing their thoughts on starting a side hustle, what to do if you feel like quitting nursing, and tips for navigating a breakup! This is such a fun episode, and we can't wait to share it with you!    Episode Links:   Hailey Merkt Medical Emergency Fund via GoFund Me: Anything you can afford would make a difference and would mean the absolute world to Hailey and her family!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!  Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, D and Jac are joined by D's honorary Gusband (gay husband), and Jac's new Chicago-based BFF, Alex Amato, to discuss his journey in nursing and becoming a Certified Nurse Anesthetist. Sweet Alex, celebrating his one-year CRNA anniversary, shares insights into his career, from meeting Danielle during a medical mission trip in Peru to mentoring nursing students. The convo dives into CRNA school requirements, the evolving nature of the field, the critical importance of bedside experience, and having the right mindset before taking the leap into studying Anesethia. Alex's passion and dedication to his craft completely shine through in this episode, and the wisdom he offers to aspiring CRNAs is beyond valuable for anyone curious about the field. Enjoy!  Be sure to follow Alex on Instagram!  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When D's away, the twins will play! On this very special episode, Jac's identical twin sister Nicole is sitting in for Dani while she's in New York, and the twins are #twinning. They reflect on their journey as twins, the challenges and benefits, how Nicole, who is currently pregnant, almost had twins herself, and why they would actually be truly terrified to have their own set. Nicole then shares her story of transitioning from an ICU nurse to a certified nurse midwife and the “come to Jesus” moments that led her down that path. They also debunk misconceptions about midwifery, providing a glimpse into the demanding yet rewarding life of a midwife and why it's never too late to make a career shift, especially in healthcare. After majorly pumping Nicole's tires throughout the episode, Jac decides to bring in her husband Mason for a rapid-fire pregnancy Q&A to get his take on how the pregnancy journey has really been with her twin sister (spoiler alert: she's glowing). This convo is a must-listen for the twins out there, pregnant peeps, or anyone working in healthcare and beyond looking to make a career shift. Enjoy!   Be sure to follow Nicole @nicolethemidwife!   Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef's best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com   LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, D and Jac are giving us the full recap of their exciting trip to DC with the Impact in Healthcare team to meet with policy makers and discuss the re-introduction of the Workplace Violence Protection for Healthcare and Social Services Workers Act! In case you missed it, Abby Donnley from the Impact in Healthcare team joined the pod a few weeks ago to dive into the work they'd be doing in DC, and this week, D and Jac are sharing all about their experience meeting with policymakers along with their exciting run-in to the one and only AOC! They also share their experiences meeting with different policymakers and shooting their shot with a very special potential guest! This is such a fun episode and we're so excited for you to listen! Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative          Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, D and Jac are joined by their favorite pediatrician, Dr. Krupa Playforth, to explore the sensitive topic of discussing world events with young children. Together, they acknowledge the difficulty of finding the right words and the instinct to shield children from tragedy, while also recognizing that young ears are always listening and processing. They touch on the challenges of contextualizing these events, determining the right age for these conversations, and the struggle of balancing censorship while keeping kids informed. They emphasize the importance of addressing children's questions with honesty, supporting them through discomfort, and modeling appropriate emotional responses.    Be sure to follow Krupa on Instagram and visit her website!    Resources & links to donate:  Israelrescue.org  Afmda.org  Palestine Childrens Relief Fund    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cozy season is upon us and in this week's episode, D and Jac are diving into all things fall! From football (and when we say football, we mean the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce romance) to D and Jac's favorite fall items and products. They share the fall trends they're loving as well as trends they can do without. Danielle also discusses her feelings towards the upcoming holiday season as a newly single lady, and together, they share how they are going to prioritize self care in this new season! We can't wait for you to hear this episode!   Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an  exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top rated doctor today.  LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, D and Jac sit down with Abby Donley, nurse and Executive Director of Impact in Healthcare. Impact in Healthcare is a non-profit organization that emerged in response to the challenges of the pandemic, led by a team of healthcare workers addressing the issues in healthcare from a policy and legislative standpoint. Together, they discuss the difficulties healthcare workers face due to workplace violence and the critical issue of safe staffing. They also discuss the lack of preventive measures in hospitals, the shortage of nurses, insufficient resources, and inadequate compensation. Abby shares more on the work that Impact is doing to raise awareness on these issues and gives insight into their upcoming trip to Washington, D.C., where they'll be meeting with policy makers!   You can learn more about the work that Abby and Impact in Healthcare is doing on their Instagram and on their website. If you aren't able to make it to DC, you can still take action! To find out how to take action and contact a representative, visit their website for a step by step guide as well as resources and fact sheets on how you can get involved! Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an exclusive 10% discount sitewide.  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top rated doctor today.  LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase!    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fall Semester has just begun which means all of you nursing students are probably getting right into the swing of nursing school! This week, Dan and Jac sitting down to dive into all of your nursing school questions to help ease your mind as things start to get crazy. Whether it's managing anxiety, or navigating the feeling self-doubt and second-guessing yourself, D & Jac are sharing the hard truth and their best tips to help you through it! They also offer insight into how to navigate the nerves during clinicals, finding time for rest, and trusting your gut.    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top rated doctor today.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Brooklinen — Invest in comfort that'll last with 20% off everything at Brooklinen during their Labor Day sale happening now! Shop in-store or online at Brooklinen.com. Missed the sale? Visit Brooklinen.com and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more!  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

*Trigger Warning* This episode will highlight the personal fertility treatment experiences of D and Jac and will discuss the number eggs they were able to freeze in this process.    Oh baby! The girls are back, and they've got updates: their hot eggs are on ice! This week, D and Jac are giving us the long-awaited update on their egg freezing journey with Cofertility and they're taking us through each phase of the process, from how they felt during the days of their injections, the rollercoaster of emotions from the added hormones, what the trigger shot was like, and all of the deets up until egg retrieval day! D shares what it was like doing her ultrasounds from home with the help of their amazing doctor, Dr.Olcha, and together, they recap what their experience was like on egg retrieval day, along with how many eggs they were both able to freeze!  Cofertility and the FreezebyCo platform offer women options when it comes to freezing their eggs with their Keep and Split program —the latter offering people the opportunity to freeze for free if they donate half to a family that can't otherwise conceive.    To learn more, visit https://cofertility.co/womed and take the quiz to see if you're eligible for free egg freezing: https://cofertility.co/womedquiz.  Be sure to follow @freezebyco @familybyco @cofertility and check out @freezebyco on TikTok!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top rated doctor today.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Brooklinen — Invest in comfort that'll last with 20% off everything at Brooklinen during their Labor Day sale happening now! Shop in-store or online at Brooklinen.com. Missed the sale? Visit Brooklinen.com and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more!  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This podcast was started to amplify voices in healthcare that are advocating for change. Today, we are doing just that as Danielle welcomes back nurse Sonja Mitrevska, who is advocating for the 1700 nurses on strike in New Jersey. These nurses are simply asking for enforceable staffing guidelines—something that matters enough for them to walk out of the hospital, understanding full well the gravity of that decision. This is a global crisis with no end in sight—as Nurse Sonja says, it is a "litmus test for how modern-day healthcare will continue to railroad staff if they don't stand together.” Healthcare is not sustainable as it stands today, but people chose to remain silent because it's safer. Nurse Sonja takes the time to sit down with Danielle in the hopes that even one person feels empowered to start asking questions.  To show your support, you can call Assembly Man Craig Coughlin at 732-855-7441 and ask for Bill S304 to be passed (mandates safe staffing ratios). Be sure to follow Sonja @nursesonja and @rwjnursesunited for the latest updates on the strike and check their link in bio for additional ways to support.   Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top rated doctor today.  GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Brooklinen — Invest in comfort that'll last with 20% off everything at Brooklinen during their Labor Day sale happening now! Shop in-store or online at Brooklinen.com. Missed the sale? Visit Brooklinen.com and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more!  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week's episode is a special one as we welcome back the one and only Dani LeVeck to the WoMed, and nostalgia is definitely in the air! Dani is so happy to share that she's expecting her second baby, and today, the gals are talking all things maternity leave. Dani shares her personal experience of navigating maternity leave with her first baby in comparison to her current pregnancy and the lack of maternity benefits available to part-time staff at her hospital. She shares her struggle of trying to go back to full time and the stress of not knowing when benefits will kick in once she goes on maternity leave. They also discuss how maternity leave is vastly different around the world, the countries with the highest paid mat leave, and the many US companies that offer extensive maternity programs to new and expecting mothers.  Be sure to follow Dani on Instagram at @nurseabnormalities!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Brooklinen — Invest in comfort that'll last with 20% off everything at Brooklinen during their Labor Day sale happening now! Shop in-store or online at Brooklinen.com. Missed the sale? Visit Brooklinen.com and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more!  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back, WoMed listeners! Season 7 is here, and we're beyond excited to reconnect after a rejuvenating summer break. Your hosts, Danielle and Jac, are back with all the juicy details about their summer escapades. Jac's been conquering her professor role while dropping some hints about upcoming Riot Healers' surprises and even a new business venture—the suspense is real! Danielle gives us an update on her new job—hint: she's absolutely loving it! They also recap the highlight of the summer, which was their dreamy trip to Mallorca together. If you've been dreaming of a Spanish getaway, you're going to love this episode! They also share more about an exciting trip to DC they have in the works with the Impact in Healthcare team. We are so excited to be back for Season 7 to continue to amplify voices and have some truly impactful conversations with so many exciting guests. See you next week!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com  Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Danielle and Jac are back with a solo episode to share a big update – this is the final episode of Season 6! Your hosts are taking a well-deserved summer break and will be back in the fall to kick off Season 7 with some very exciting guests! To start, Danielle and Jac take a moment to reflect on their personal journeys over the past few years since they starting hosting together. Danielle reflects on her experiences starting therapy, going on Paradise, and meeting Michael, while Jac opens up about going through a divorce and moving out on her own, completing her doctorate, growing Riot Healers, and signing on to her dream job. Danielle and Jac also reveal that they will be bringing on a WoMed intern! If you are someone who loves social media, has a passion for podcasting and the WoMed, this may be the perfect fit for you! Please send your application to thewomedpodcast@gmail.com with the subject “Assistant/Intern Position”. See you next Season!!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Zocdoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/womed and download the Zocdoc app for FREE using code WOMED. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com to gift yourself or your loved ones the rest they deserve. Get 15% off of your first purchase, and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, your hosts sit down with the extraordinary Lex, a traveling nurse, fierce advocate for trans and LGBTQ+ youth, and a dedicated summer camp counsellor at Camp Brave Trails. To start, the three discuss Lex's growing presence on TikTok, their unexpected rise to social fame, and the weight of responsibility that accompanies having such a large platform. Lex shares their experience working in the landscape photography community and the downfall they faced when suggesting members with sizeable audiences use their platforms to address crucial human rights issues. Lex shares their experience and passion for working with LGBTQ+ youth and how working at Camp Brave Trails reignited her love and passion for being a nurse after the pandemic. The three then discuss the amendments made to the Nurse Practice Act in California, and Lex shares their interest in returning to school to become a FNP. Lastly, Danielle and Jac ask all the questions about Lex's experience being invited to the White House and the pride Lex felt as our current president championed the rights of trans youth.  Be sure to follow Lex at @wanderrlex on Instagram and @travelingnurse on TikTok!    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com to gift yourself or your loved ones the rest they deserve. Get 15% off of your first purchase, and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Danielle and Jac sit down for a much-needed catch-up to share life updates and answer some of your most frequently asked questions. To start, Danielle shares an update on her life following some well-deserved time off, her new work schedule, and the progress she has made in her book writing process. Jac shares her thoughts after successfully completing her first semester as a full-time faculty member, and shares her plans to dedicate time this summer to studying for her boards. Diving into the Q&A, they address your burning questions, including how they knew it was time to transition away from bedside nursing, how they handle people asking what it feels like to not be doing “real nursing”, and the red flags they look out for in relationships.    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com to gift yourself or your loved ones the rest they deserve. Get 15% off of your first purchase, and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's episode, Danielle and Jac are joined by Valerie Mesa, Cheap Caribbean's Resident Astrologer to explore what's written in the stars. To start, the three discuss the common skepticisms of astrology and Valerie shares how she became fascinated with the stars and the world of astrology growing up. Valerie shares how to interpret one's astrological chart, and the meaning behind your sun, moon, and rising signs. They discuss the predictions made by many astrologers regarding the pandemic and how healthcare workers are now shifting paths and leaving their long-held jobs. Lastly, they delve into both Dani and Jac's birth charts and Valerie breaks down each of their sun, moon and rising signs, the pro's and con's of their star signs working together in business, and how their birth signs are tied to their personalities and their professional careers.   Be sure to follow Valerie at @valeriemesa on Instagram, and visit her website valeriemesa.com.  Thanks to our amazing sponsor for making this episode possible:  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nurses Week is here and Danielle and Jac are joined by the exceptionally talented Stephanee Beggs — Registered Nurse and founder and CEO of RNExplained! Stephanee shares how she got started with RNExplained and how it was born organically through creating her own NCLEX self-study guide and short videos. After sharing to social media, she quickly learned that other students were loving the resources she was sharing and RNExplained was started! The three discuss their experiences studying for the NCLEX, the learning struggles faced by nursing students during the pandemic, and Stephanie shares all about her love for pharmacology and her hopes to develop her own pharmacology course in the future. Lastly, Danielle and Jac ask some rapid fire questions where Stephanee shares her biggest piece of advice to new grads, the saddest gift she's ever received for nurses week, and more.     Be sure to follow Stephanee at @stephaneebeggs on Instagram, @stephbeggs on TikTok and RNExplained on YouTube. You can also find all of her nursing school guides and resources in her Etsy shop, RNExplained.     Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel — Visit Perelel.co to get 15% off your first 3 months with the code WOMED15. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/womed and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com to gift yourself or your loved ones the rest they deserve. Get 15% off of your first purchase, and sign up for emails to be kept up to date on exclusive offers, new products and much more.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, Danielle and Jac are joined by Dr. Gladys McGarey, also known as the mother of holistic medicine and author of “The Well Lived Life: A 102 Year Old Doctor's Six Secrets to Health and Happiness at Every Age”. To start, Dr.McGarey shares what it was like going to medical school and being a women in medicine during WW1. She shares details on how growing up in India with both of her parents being osteopaths influenced her passion for holistic medicine and later led her to co-founding the American Holistic Medical Association. They also discuss Dr.McGarey's foundational 5 L's (Life, Love, Laughter, Labour, and Listening) and how they come into play in her book. Lastly, Dr. McGarey shares how she felt going through the Covid-19 pandemic in comparison to other world events she's seen throughout her life and career.  Be sure to follow Dr. Gladys McGarey at @Begladmd on Instagram and visit her website gladysmcgarey.com. Be sure to also check out her new book “The Well Lived Life: A 102-year-old Doctor's Six Secrets to Heath and Happiness at Every Age”.    Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel — Visit Perelel.co to get 15% off your first 3 months with the code WOMED15. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/womed and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com for a home refresh at its best. For a limited time, get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100+ with code WOMED.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, your hosts are joined by Dr. Robyn Roth, a board-certified breast radiologist and fellowship director at Cooper University Health Care. Together, they dive into all things breast health in a jam-packed and informative episode. To start, Dr. Roth emphasizes that breast cancer can affect everyone, and highlights the various factors that can contribute to one's risk level, including family history and dense breast tissue. She walks through the different steps healthcare providers will take to screen breast health, from mammograms and ultrasounds to MRI's, tailored to each individual's age, health history, and risk factors. They discuss how to perform self-breast exams, including best practices for frequency, location, and what to look for. Dr. Roth also shares her advice on how to proceed if you detect something abnormal and what to ask for from your healthcare provider. Lastly, the three discuss into the implications of breast implants, breast implant illness, and the screening process for those with breast implants.   Be sure to follow Dr. Robyn Roth at @theboobiedocs on Instagram and TikTok, and check out The Boobie Docs Podcast!   Resources:  JScreen Discount Code: Use code SNJ2023 to receive a free genetic screening from JScreen! Only 50 codes available.   Tyrer-Cuzick Risk Calculator: Calculate your lifetime risk of breast cancer  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com for a home refresh at its best. For a limited time, get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100+ with code WOMED.  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this weeks episode, your hosts sit down with Dr. Olcha, a double board-certified OBGYN at Sama Fertility, who is also their personal doctor on their egg freezing journey! To start, Danielle and Jac share where they are at in their egg freezing process including Danielle's anemia diagnosis and Jac's discovery of an ovarian cyst. The three then discuss the importance of understanding one's AMH levels and the correlation to understanding egg quantity and quality. Danielle shares that she has started back on birth control pills and Dr. Olcha explains the reason behind this and how it helps to synchronize the eggs so that they all start at the same time. They also discuss how Dr. Olcha will be helping Danielle to do at home ultra-sounds! Lastly, the three discuss the medications used in the egg freezing process including stimulants, antagonists, and triggers.  Be sure to follow @meirolchamd and @samafertility. Be sure to also follow  @freezebyco, @familybyco, and of course, @cofertility. Plus check out @freezebyco on TikTok! To learn more visit https://cofertility.co/womed  Danielle's Vitamin D Supplement: Athletic Greens Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  CheapCaribbean — Visit CheapCaribbean.com for the best beach vacation deals to the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. Sign up for the ER&R club for exclusive vacation deals for healthcare professionals at CheapCaribbean.com/ERR-club and receive an initial promo code of $150 off your next vacation. Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com for a home refresh at its best. For a limited time, get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100+ with code WOMED.   If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your hosts are back this week with a solo Q&A episode to answer all of your most asked nursing school questions! First, Jac and Danielle share their thoughts on the current state of democracy in Tennessee after 3 democratic elected representatives were removed from their positions for peacefully protesting gun violence. They share their frustrations about the continued lack of regulations surrounding gun laws and the importance of using your voice and taking a stand for matters that you hold close to your heart. Diving into the Q&A, Jac shares her tried-and-true tips for studying that are sure to help you ace any exam. She also offers advice on how to think like a professor and spot potential exam questions. They highlight that what you learn in school is different than on the job learning, and despite working your absolute hardest, you can't possibly be prepared for everything going into your clinicals. If you've been wondering if you need to know your exact career path before entering college or whether you should get a job right after graduation, Danielle and Jac are here to share their thoughts on it all!  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Perelel — Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/womed and download the Zocdoc app for FREE using code WOMED. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.  Brooklinen — Shop in store or at brooklinen.com for a home refresh at its best. For a limited time, get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100+ with code WOMED.    If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, your hosts sit down with Dr. Meera Shah - a Reproductive Endocrinologist specializing in infertility, and the medical advisor at Cofertility to dive deep into the science of egg freezing. First, Dr. Shah shares her journey to joining the Cofertility team and how she felt an instant connection with their mission. The three discuss the phases of the menstrual cycle, and the details of what happens within each stage. Dr. Shah discusses how the menstrual cycle relates to egg freezing and the various hormones that play a major role in the egg freezing process, including the Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) & Luteinizing Hormone (LH). They dive into the medications they're taking, and discuss one of the most important medications of the cycle, the trigger shot. She also shares the details of the actual egg retrieval process, the post-retrieval process, and how they evaluate the number of eggs someone has left. While this episode is super “science-y,” Dr. Shah also explains egg freezing in a non-medical way, and touches on ways to optimize natural fertility. This is such an informative episode for anyone considering egg freezing and Danielle and Jac are so thrilled to have her join the pod for this jam-packed episode!   Be sure to follow @dr_meerashah and @cofertility. Plus check out @freezebyco on TikTok! To learn more visit https://cofertility.co/womed  Thanks to our amazing sponsor for making this episode possible:  Perelel - Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don't love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee.  Zocdoc - Go to Zocdoc.com/womed and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Find and book a top-rated doctor today. Many are available within 24 hours.  Brooklinen - Shop in store or at brooklinen.com for a home refresh at its best. For a limited time, get $20 off plus free shipping on orders of $100+ with code WOMED.   If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of the Cofertility interview with CEO and co-founder Lauren Makler, the three discuss the amazing work the company is doing to help women and families on their reproductive journey. First, Danielle shares that she's feeling much more energized following her low iron diagnosis and that the dynamic duo will soon be taking the next step in their journey: starting hormones! The three discuss the stigma and assumptions surrounding egg freezing and the reasons that people should see it as an empowering option to eliminate the pressures of their biological timing. Cofertility aims to make egg freezing accessible to everyone, so Lauren dives into the options available through Freeze by Co's Keep and Split programs. Offering people the option to freeze for free by donating half of their eggs, she shares the process of enrolling in the Split program, how it works to store for free, the process of being matched, and what it looks like if people want siblings. For those who are not interested in donating their eggs or do not qualify, Lauren discusses the Keep Program and the various financial options available to make egg freezing more accessible. The hosts are thrilled to have Lauren back for Part 2!  Be sure to follow @laurenmakler and @freezebyco, @familybyco, and of course, @cofertility. Plus check out @freezebyco on TikTok! To learn more visit https://cofertility.co/womed  Thanks to our amazing sponsor for making this episode possible:  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In our first official episode with the Cofertility team, your hosts are joined by CEO and Co-founder Lauren Makler to talk about all the amazing things the company is doing, showcasing exactly why D and Jac knew they needed to work with them. First, Danielle provides an update on their egg freezing journey, including a delay caused by the discovery that she is severely anaemic. Lauren also opens up about her health and fertility struggles, and shares what Cofertility is doing to address the access issue around egg freezing with Freeze by Co's Keep and Split programs—the latter offering people the opportunity to freeze for free if they donate half to a family that can't otherwise conceive. They discuss the large-scale financial issue with egg freezing, and the lack of diversity amongst egg donors. Plus, they touch on the stigma involved with egg donation being rooted in cash compensation, and a 2021 Harvard study that found donor conceived individuals struggle with the idea that their parents paid for their conception. Lauren is adamant about raising awareness—not fear mongering—and we are honored to be joined by her today as she shares Cofertility's mission to make egg freezing more accessible.  To learn more, visit https://cofertility.co/womed and take the quiz to see if you're eligible for free egg freezing: https://cofertility.co/womedquiz. Be sure to follow @freezebyco and @laurenmakler and check out @freezebyco on TikTok! Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  Seed — Visit seed.com/WOMED and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic.  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your hosts have not had a minute to catch up recently, so today is all about life updates! Career, love, egg freezing — this episode has it all! Danielle chats about her move to Cleveland, and Jac opens up about how much she is loving teaching. This leads them both into a discussion on guilt over not working bedside. Plus, we get an update on Michael and how supportive he has been through the egg freezing journey, and we hear about a very special new man friend of Jac's who has been by her side as well. The two express their gratitude to each other and to Cofertility for the constant support throughout this journey.  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  Seed — Visit seed.com/WOMED and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going to the vet is not a fun experience for anyone, but Dr. Jen is on a mission to change that, with a chic vet clinic, Vetique. Vetique offers a spa experience for owners, equipped with a wine bar and all! Dr. Jen explains her journey to becoming a business owner, and details the VIP experience she wants to offer her guests. She talks about the plans to collaborate with a treat company and partner with 24-hour emergency facility VEG to offer after-hours visits. Jac has been patiently waiting to have a vet on to ask all of her puppy questions, so they get into vaccines, training classes, socialization, food, and more! Plus, Dr. Jen talks about working with a tarantula ... which has your hosts squirming in their seats.  Be sure to follow @jenremdvm and @vetiquechicago and check out Vetique if you're in the Chicago area.   Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Seed — Visit seed.com/WOMED and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: suicide  Dr. Uma Naidoo is a Nutritional Psychiatrist at Harvard Medical School, best-selling author, professional chef, and more. She joins your hosts today to discuss how the gut and brain are connected, the importance of what food you eat, and the link between mental and metabolic health. She shares what drew her to this field of medicine, how our diet is linked to our brain, and offers quick and easy recipes that can make a big difference for shift workers. She touches on foods that support your mental health, foods to support people going through fertility treatments, and discusses her new project: the first CME program in nutritional psychiatry with Mass General.  Be sure to follow Dr. Uma Naidoo @drumanaidoo. To get a copy of her book and sign up for her newsletter visit umanaidoomd.com  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Seed — Start a new healthy habit today. Visit seed.com/womed and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. That's seed.com/womed and use code WOMED  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Double board certified OBGYN/REI Dr. Temeka Zore joins your hosts as they prepare for their egg freezing journey. Before their conversation, your hosts also touch on the scandal of fake nursing diplomas and transcripts being sold in Florida.  Dr. Zore answers all your hosts' questions on egg freezing and IVF, what it was about reproductive endocrinology and fertility that made her want to specialize in it, and what the schooling looks like (spoiler alert: it's extensive). They touch on custody agreements with embryos, Dr. Zore's personal experience with freezing her embryos, and how many eggs survive the thawing process. She also touches on genetic testing, the percentage she sees of people doing IVF vs. egg freezing, and the male biological clock. We hope this conversation is as beneficial to anyone out there considering the IVF or egg freezing process as it was to your hosts!   Follow Dr. Temeka Zore @temekazoremd and if you're in San Fransisco check out Spring Fertility   Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Seed — Start a new healthy habit today. Visit seed.com/womed and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. That's seed.com/womed and use code WOMED  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's V-Day-Week! Your hosts are joined once again by sex scientist and one of Match.com's Chief Scientific Advisors, Dr. Helen Fisher, to discuss personality styles and dating trends! She explains the 4 personality styles she's identified and discusses the quiz that they all (and even Michael — and 15 million other people) took to figure out their style. Considered a TED All-Star, Dr. Fisher has over 21 million views on her talks, and today offers insight on new dating trends she's seen from her annual Singles in America study. The 2022 study included questions about Roe v. Wade and inflation, which had notable results on people's approach to dating. Speaking of love, Dani is on the move to Cleveland to be with Michael, and Jac may just have someone special that we get a little V-Day update on.   To learn more from Helen and purchase her books visit helenfisher.com and check out theanatomyoflove.com to take her personality test.  Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible:  Seed — Start a new healthy habit today. Visit seed.com/womed and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. That's seed.com/womed and use code WOMED  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Your hosts are joined by the incredible Dr. Jennifer Lincoln; author, podcast host, and Executive Director of Mayday Health, an organization making abortion pills accessible to people in all 50 states. Despite never anticipating the reversal of Roe v. Wade, she highlights that restrictive access to care has been a reality for many people for a long time, and it is a point of privilege to only care now. Dr. Lincoln also discusses how Mayday Health formed and speaks about the value of enacting shield laws. The three talk about the dangers of pregnancy and the value of abortion for medical, life-saving reasons, and touch on Dr. Jen's podcast, Let's Talk About Down There, where she works to dispel the shame and stigma that surrounds reproductive health. Lastly, they discuss social platforms suppressing information they consider “controversial”, and present the pro-business argument for abortion, as we live in a country run on money, not ethics.   Keep up with Dr. Jen on TikTok and Instagram @drjenniferlincoln, and YouTube: @drjenniferlincoln. Plus, check out www.drjenniferlincoln.com, Mayday Health, @mayday.health, and grab a copy of her book HERE!  Thanks to our amazing sponsor for making this episode possible:  Seed — Start a new healthy habit today. Visit seed.com/womed and use code WOMED to redeem 20% off your first month of Seed's DS-01® Daily Synbiotic. That's seed.com/womed and use code WOMED  PrettyLitter — Go to PrettyLitter.com/womed to save 20% on your first order  Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TW: anxiety, depression, PTSD  This week, your hosts welcome Tay Lautner, an RN who became a nurse during the COVID-19 pandemic. Tay opens up about the anxiety, depression, and PTSD she suffers with as a result of her time nursing, and how that inspired her to start her blog, non-profit, and now, podcast. Tay also talks about her marriage to actor Taylor Lautner, how she got into nursing, and what nursing feels like for her now that she's removed from the work. She shares when she knew her career was impacting her mental health and the heartbreaking moment she was asked by a patient if they were going to live or die. Tay talks about the memory loss she experiences as a result of her PTSD, the biggest barrier she had to overcome in starting to speak about her experience, and what her healing journey looks like now. Plus, she has joined our network, Podcast Nation, and has launched a new podcast, The Squeeze, with the same mission as her foundation: to build a community that supports and encourages those struggling with their mental health, providing a place to share resources along the way.  To keep up with Tay, be sure to check out The Squeeze podcast, and subscribe on YouTube so you don't miss an episode! Plus, you can follow @thesqueeze and @taylautner on Instagram. To learn more from The Lemons Foundation, follow @lemonsbytay on Instagram and visit lemonsbytay.com  Thanks to our amazing sponsor for making this episode possible:  Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE  If you haven't already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!   WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices