Mama Needs A Moment

Motherhood is more than just caretaking—it’s about leadership, resilience, and self-empowerment. In this dynamic roundtable discussion, our expert panel explores how moms can step into leadership roles, advocate for themselves and their children, and cultivate self-care practices that sustain them. Join us as we challenge outdated narratives, share practical self-care strategies, and discuss what...

Motherhood is a leadership role—one that requires resilience, self-awareness, and intentional habits. In this HER Health Collective Roundtable, experts and moms come together to explore how leadership strategies can help mothers navigate both personal and professional challenges while prioritizing their well-being. This insightful conversation is a must-listen for any mom looking to lead with inte...

Moms, it’s time to stop trying to do it all—and start doing what truly matters! In this episode, educator and counselor Anastasia Arauz shares powerful insights on balancing commitments, setting priorities, and releasing guilt so you can reclaim your time and energy. Inspired by Brené Brown’s values list , Anastasia explains how identifying your core values can help you say “no” without guilt and...

Many women assume that if they've conceived before, getting pregnant again will be easy—until they face unexpected struggles. In this episode of Mama Needs a Moment , we sit down with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a naturopathic doctor and fertility expert, to uncover the root causes of secondary infertility. From hormonal imbalances and nutritional depletion to the impact of emotional trauma and the v...

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our fourth Roundtable discussion of 2024. This is Part 2 of our discussion on mothers' main worries and strategies to address them. In this episode, the experts discuss the importance of balancing extracurricular activities. They discuss managing children's anxiety in extracurricular activities and the need for healthy, non-t...

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our fourth Roundtable discussion of 2024.  In part one of our Roundtable, we are distinguishing between typical worries and more serious mental health concerns like anxiety disorders and OCD. We also discuss maintaining physical stamina over time when parents need a lot of physical energy to handle the daily tasks of raising...

After 122 episodes, we’re excited to share a special release: the very first episode we ever recorded! This episode is a time capsule, capturing the heart of our podcast’s origins and the mission that continues to guide us. You’ll hear our initial thoughts, raw passion, and the foundational insights that have shaped every episode since. Tune in to experience where it all began and see how far we’v...

Our MOM CHAT episodes are something special! Ever wonder what it’d be like if moms recorded the conversations they have when they get together? There’s just something so real about talking through things over coffee, a glass of wine, or while out on a walk. We wanted to bottle up that vibe and share it with you. So, we invited two of our amazing HER Circle friends, Courtney and Jennifer, to have a...

Camellia Jade, a head stylist at Style Finder Boutique, discusses her Instagram series "Your Body's Not the Problem. Your Clothes Are," which empowers women to embrace their bodies through fashion. She emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and using clothing to enhance confidence rather than hiding perceived flaws. Camellia shares personal anecdotes about overcoming anxiety and the support...

Erin Jones, a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, discusses anxiety and OCD, emphasizing their prevalence and impact. Anxiety affects over 40 million adults, and OCD impacts 1 in 100 children and 1 in 40 adults. Erin explained the differences between general anxiety and OCD, noting that OCD involves obsessions and compulsions. She highlighted common signs in children, such as physical compl...

Marianne Georgiou, founder of A Voice for All Foundation, discusses her journey from optometry to advocating for neurodivergent, non-speaking individuals. Her son Nicholas, who uses an AAC device, inspired her to create communication boards for playgrounds and community parks, leading to the foundation's inception. The boards, tailored for specific locations, include picture symbols and words in E...

Our MOM CHAT episodes are special! What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There’s something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. We brought together two of our cherished HER Circle members Maggie and E...

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our third Roundtable discussion of 2024. This is Part 2 of our Roundtable conversation and we are discussing healthcare through the different stages of motherhood and what Moms need to pay attention to during the perimenopause and postmenopause stages. Make sure you listen to Part 1 of our conversation which covered what moms...

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our third Roundtable discussion of 2024.  In part one of our Roundtable, we are discussing healthcare through the different stages of motherhood, preconception, pregnancy, & postpartum and what moms need to pay attention to. Perimenopause and postmenopause will be discussed in Part 2 of our Roundtable conversation.  Exper...

Our MOM CHAT episodes are one of a kind. We bring moms together (selected from HER Circle, our mom community) to have a discussion on a topic pertaining to motherhood. It’s like recording a conversation while out to coffee together. This MOM CHAT discussion focused on parenting styles, with participants, Julia and Katie sharing their diverse upbringings and how they influence their current parenti...

Bridgett Springer, a seasoned financial advisor,  planner, and administrator in the finance industry, emphasizes the importance of financial organization and generational wealth. She is the owner of The Financial Lady LLC and  is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and mentoring people on the path to financial freedom. Bridgett shares her personal journey, influenced by her parents' financial c...

Deanna Belleny Lewis is the co-founder and Director of Programs at Diversify Dietetics. She has worked for close to 10 years planning, implementing and evaluating programs that impact underrepresented groups. Additionally she has trained numerous allied health teams in leadership and both professional skill development with an equity, diversity, inclusion lens. She is passionate about equity and s...

Avni Panchal’s mission is to help people overcome the feeling of being an “imposter,” in both their personal and professional lives. Avni wants to support people in breaking free from the limitations that prevent them from reaching their true potential. Avni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in mental health as a social worker, therapist, trainer and coach. As an Empowerment Coac...

This episode complements Ep.110 and is the second part of our Roundtable discussion with several of our experts from our Provider Directory. The experts are exploring how to deal with Learning, Social, and Behavioral Struggles of Children (from both a neurotypical and neurodiverse lens). The speakers discuss collaborative care and working with professionals from different industries to provide a h...

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our second Roundtable discussion of 2024. We are exploring how to deal with Learning, Social, and Behavioral Struggles of Children (from both a neurotypical and neurodiverse lens). Experts in this Roundtable discussed supporting neurodiverse children's social, behavioral, and emotional development. They emphasized underst...

Let’s talk parenting, conflict resolution and teens! Karleen Savage is a TEDx speaker, certified in hostage and crisis negotiation and a seasoned parent who stands at the forefront of empowering parents to instill confidence in their teens. With more than four decades of hands-on experience parenting seven unique children, Karleen has honed her skills in navigating the complexities of raising conf...

This is a continuation of our discussion with Dr. Emily King. It is a perfect episode on its own or pairs beautifully with the previous episode (107)! Moms, if you think that you may need to get your child evaluated or get personalized support in school, this episode will be helpful! Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families...

Moms and teachers with neurodivergent kiddos, this episode is for you! Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families and teachers in schools and private practice. She has been on both sides of the IEP and 504 meeting tables, first as a school psychologist and then as a parent. She knows the feeling of thinking you are out of ide...

Our MOM CHAT episodes are something special! For this chat, we are joined by two of our cherished HER Circle members Barbara (a registered drama therapist) and Sarah (a high school art teacher). We discuss the topic of creativity in both adults and children. The conversation centered around the challenges of losing creativity in adulthood and the importance of fostering creativity in children. Wha...

We are sharing the second part of our conversation with Ruth Klein who has an impressive list of accomplishments. She is an author and founder of the nonprofit Universal Mom, which aims to help children and teens uncover their talents through the art of writing. Ruth has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis on Health, Consciousness...