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Mama Needs A Moment

HER Health Collective

Mama Needs A Moment is here to change the way moms take care of themselves. Hosted by Cindi Michaelson and Crissy Fishbane, co-founders of HER Health Collective, we know the struggle of juggling it all. Mom life is hectic, but your well-being matters. That’s why we deliver 10-15 minute bite-size episodes filled with expert advice on women’s health, parenting, and self-care, plus practical tips you can use right away. Tune in weekly for real talk, expert insights, and the support you need to put

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Ep. 127 Release the Guilt, Embrace the Joy: Reclaim...

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2025/03/19

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 focus on what truly brings you joy. She offers practical tips, including grounding techniques and

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Ep. 126 The Hidden Causes of Secondary Infertility w/...

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2025/03/12

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

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Ep. 125 Views of an Expert: A Mother’s Main Worries &...

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2024/11/27

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our fourth Roundtable discussion of 2024. This is Part 2 of our discussion on mothers' main worries and strategies to address them. In this episode, the experts discuss the importance of balancing extracurricular activities. They discuss managing children's anxiety in extracurricular activities and the need for healthy, non-toxic extracurricular environments. The experts talk about a mother’s concern over the health and

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Ep. 124 Views of an Expert: A Mother’s Main Worries &...

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2024/11/20

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

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Ep. 123 Beyond the Buzzwords: Self-Care, Body Image,...

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2024/11/13

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

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Ep.122 MOM CHAT: The Dark Side of Being a Stay at...

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2024/11/06

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

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Ep.121 Your Body’s Not the Problem: Style Confidence...

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2024/10/30

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

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Ep. 120 Understanding Anxiety and OCD: Early...

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2024/10/23

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

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Ep.119 A Mom's Commitment to Giving a Voice to the...

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2024/10/16

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

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Ep. 118 MOM CHAT: Diet Culture - Moms Share How to...

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2024/10/09

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

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Ep. 117 Healthcare Through the Different Stages of...

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2024/10/02

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

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Ep. 116 Healthcare Through the Different Stages of...

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2024/09/25

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

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Ep. 115 MOM CHAT: Parenting Styles, We All Do It...

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2024/09/18

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

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Ep. 114 Building a Positive Money Mindset and...

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2024/09/11

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

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Ep. 113 Efforts to Raise Awareness and Advocate for...

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2024/09/04

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

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Ep. 112 Helping Moms to Combat Self-Doubt and...

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2024/06/26

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

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Ep. 111 Providing Clarity on Evaluations for Autism,...

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2024/06/19

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

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Ep. 110 Addressing Learning, Social and Behavioral...

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2024/06/12

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

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Ep. 109 Empowering Parents to Raise Confident Teens...

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2024/06/05

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

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Ep.108 The Complexities of Neurodiversity in...

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2024/05/29

This is a continuation of our discussion with Dr. Emily King. It is a perfect episode on its own or pairs beautifully with the previous episode (107)! Moms, if you think that you may need to get your child evaluated or get personalized support in school, this episode will be helpful!Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families and teachers in schools and private practice. She has been on both sides of the IEP and 504 meeting

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