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Mama Needs A Moment
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 our most recent seasons deliver shorter 15–20 minute bite-size episodes filled with expert advice on women’s health, parenting, self-care and Roundtable conversations with trusted experts from different fields. You’ll hear real talk…
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Mama Needs A MomentEp. 74 How Anchor Perinatal Wellness is Changing Postpartum Care
Every year, about 1 in 5 expecting and new parents experience symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. While most new mothers suffer from mood swings within the…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 73 Postpartum Care in the US Missing Key Components of Care
Every year, about 1 in 5 expecting and new parents experience symptoms of depression and/or anxiety. While most new mothers suffer from mood swings within the…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 72 Questions to Ask Yourself and Others To Be Authentically You and Live a Fully Expressed Life w/ Kristin Baker
We can all agree, life is not an easy ride. During the journey, we have dreams and desires however many times we get scared and stuck during the process of…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 71 Using a Coach to Get Awareness on What's Preventing You From Moving Forward w/ Kristin Baker
We are all working on something and many times we get scared and stuck during the process. Coaches help you get there faster by helping you rediscover your…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 70 How to Crush Debt & Take Back Your Financial Power w/ Shelly Young
Shelly Young is one of the most approachable finance experts you will ever speak to. She is a certified Financial and Personal Development Coach, a homeschool…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 69 Personal Finance Lessons Every Child Must Know w/ Shelly Young
Shelly Young is one of the most approachable finance experts you will ever speak to. She is a certified Financial and Personal Development Coach, a homeschool…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 68 Growing Tweens Confidence: Knowing Themselves and Sticking to Values w/ Becky Fife, Katie Parker and Allie Callister
Raising children requires the help and support of family, friends, professionals and programs that assist parents with guiding children through the…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 67 Teaching Our Tweens and Teens Ways to Resist Negative Societal Demands Affecting Their Mental Health w/ Becky Fife, Katie Parker and Allie Callister
As parents, we quickly understand that raising children can not be done in isolation. We need the help and support of family, friends, professionals and…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 66 The Growing Mom Gap in Self-care and Healthcare w/ Bonnie Hui-Callahan
Survey results show that there is a gap between how mothers care for their family, and how they care for themselves. Understanding how to best care for our own…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 65 Create Habits that Stick & Protect Yourself with Modern Medicine w/ Bonnie Hui-Callahan
Navigating the healthcare system can feel overwhelming. Where to turn and who to trust are common questions that come up for parents. Bonnie Hui-Callahan is a…
Mama Needs A MomentEp 64 Intimacy and Conflict in Long Term Relationships: Roundtable Discussion - Part 2
Several of our 2023 expert panelists have come together in this Roundtable discussion to talk about the topic of Keeping Marriage Intimate and Strong when…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 63 Contributing Factors to Relationship Struggles and Practices for Maintaining a Strong Union: Roundtable Discussion - Part 1
Several of our 2023 expert panelists have come together in this Roundtable discussion to talk about the topic of Keeping Marriage Intimate and Strong when…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 62 Sex Talks: Two Conversations You Need to Have Today w/ Adrienne Alden
SEX! It can be such a tricky topic. Whether you’re trying to teach your child what sex is or you’re having an altogether different type of conversation with…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 61 The Secret to Strong Communication with Your Partner w/ Adrienne Alden
Maintaining a respectful and harmonious long-term relationship takes a lot of work. Communication struggles are typically the number one challenge those in a…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 60 Incorporating Stress Management into Models of Women’s Healthcare for Beneficial Outcomes w/ Dr. Karen Sheffield-Abdullah
Dr. Karen Sheffield-Abdullah is an Assistant Professor UNC Chapel Hill, a Certified Nurse-Midwife, Mindfulness Instructor, a wife, mother of four and a plant…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 59 Unique Stressors Affecting Minorities that Cause Higher Rates of Pregnancy & Childbirth Related Complications w/Dr. Karen Sheffield-Abdullah
Dr. Karen Sheffield-Abdullah considers herself a stress and anxiety researcher who is passionate about perinatal mental health and impact on pregnancy outcomes…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 58 It’s Time to Reprogram Your Brain & Choose Yourself w/ Mikki Gardner
We are not our thoughts. We can reprogram our brain to help us thrive. Mikki Gardner is a certified life coach trained to help women sort out the overwhelm…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 57 The Three A’s of Conscious Co-Parenting: Awareness, Agency & Aligned Action w/ Mikki Gardner
Co-parenting can be challenging. The three A’s of Conscious Co-Parenting can completely alter how you navigate life after divorce or separation. Mikki Gardner…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 56: Moving From A Place of Struggle Into Wholeness and Freedom with Our Relationship with Food w/ Dr. Rachel Goode
We continue our discussion with Dr. Rachel Goode. Dr. Rachel is an Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work, University of North Carolina at Chapel…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 55 Researching Ways to Address Racial, Ethnic and Socioeconomic Disparities in Obesity and Eating Disorders w/ Dr. Rachel Goode
Dr. Goode is an Assistant Professor at the School of Social Work, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (UNC-Chapel Hill) and a licensed clinical social…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 54 Inclusive Allies: Becoming One & Raising One - A Roundtable Discussion - Part 2
Today, we are joined by several of our 2023 expert panelists to discuss the topics of oppression, bias, inclusivity, and becoming allies. As parents it is up…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 53: Taking a Look at Who is Seated at Your Table - A Roundtable Discussion on Oppression & Bias - Part 1
Today, we are joined by several of our 2023 expert panelists to discuss the topics of oppression, bias, inclusivity, and becoming allies. As parents it is up…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 52 Allergies, Autoimmunity, and Immune Deficiency: Learn the Differences and Ways to Balance for Protection
It’s Dr. Kara Wada’s mission to help everyone become immune confident. What does this mean? Dr. Kara is a board-certified pediatric and adult allergy…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 51 Feel Empowered and Seen When Speaking to Medical Professionals w/ Dr. Kara Wada
It’s Dr. Kara Wada’s mission to help everyone become immune confident. What does this mean? Dr. Kara is a board-certified pediatric and adult allergy…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 50 Using Values to Create Deeper Relationships & Guide Your Wellness Journey w/ Megan Eddinger
Our values can and should be a guiding force when it comes to our relationships, both with others and ourselves. Megan Eddinger is a 36 year old mom of 3…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 49 Changing the Stories We Tell Ourselves: A Journey through Teen Parenting & Postpartum Depression w/ Megan Eddinger
The stories we tell ourselves matter. Megan Eddinger is a 36 year old mom of 3 married to her high school sweetheart. They had their first baby just after her…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 48 The Program Striving to Activate Every Girls Limitless Potential w/ Aiesha Edwards
Girls on the Run has a vision of creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential. Aiesha Edwards is the Executive Director of…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 47 A Program for Youth with the Power to Change Communities w/ Aiesha Edwards
Girls on the Run has a vision of creating a world where every girl knows and activates her limitless potential. Aiesha Edwards is the Executive Director of…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 46 The Power of Supporting our Teachers w/ Dr. K.Lea
Our education system impacts parents and children alike. It is rare to meet someone with a deep understanding of the day to day management of a classroom and…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 45 How Parents Can Help Neurodivergent Kids w/ Dr. K.Lea
Our education system impacts parents and children alike. It is rare to meet someone with a deep understanding of the day to day management of a classroom and…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 44 Top Five Health Concerns Affecting Women (Part 2): Maternal, Reproductive and Mental Health a Roundtable Discussion
(Part 2) After combing through several sources such as the World Health Organization, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, WebMd, US Food…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 43 Top Five Health Concerns Affecting Women (Part 1): Cancer, Heart Disease & Maternal Health a Roundtable Discussion
After combing through several sources such as the World Health Organization, National Institute of Child Health and Human Development, WebMd, US Food and Drug…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 42 What if Everyone Could Access Breastmilk for Their Baby? How The MilkXChange is Changing How We Feed Babies w/ Alanna Oaks
We love bringing you guests who are truly changing the landscape of parenting. Our very own HER member, Alanna Oaks is one of those people! Alanna is a…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 41 Seeing Yourself More Completely Using the Enneagram w/ Erin Baute
Erin Baute has been working and studying in the field of behavior change for over 20 years as well as studying and using the Enneagram for over 12 years. She…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 40 Navigating Pregnancy Loss & Miscarriage: A Roundtable Discussion
Today we are discussing a difficult but important topic. It’s a subject we believe needs to be spoken about more openly so mothers know they are not alone…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 39 Being a Medical Marvel and Teaching How to Best Advocate for Our Family's Health w/ LaToshia Rouse
We love bringing you guests who are not only doing impactful work in Women’s Health but also have interesting stories to share. This episode with LaToshia…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 38 Facing Fears & Life’s Big Moments, Digging Deep & Sharing Stuff - Part 2 w/ Cindi & Crissy
We are back for part two, diving deep and getting personal with two entirely new questions! We recently read the book Share Your Stuff. I'll Go First.: 10…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 37 Our Pivotal Decisions and Learning to Be, Digging Deep and Sharing Stuff w/ Cindi & Crissy
How well do you know us, the owners of HER Health Collective? We are opening ourselves up and getting a bit vulnerable. We recently read the book Share Your…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 36 Walking Joyfully & Confidently in Your Purpose w/ Molly Stillman
Molly Stillman has been blogging since college. What started as a fun way to bring joy to people through her satirical writing has over the years, morphed into…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 35 How to Find Ease & Flow In Life Using Cycle Syncing w/ Megan Rempel
Megan Rempel is a Registered Nurse with a certificate in Women’s Hormonal Health, a health coach, and a cycle syncing expert. She shares her journey of being…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 34 The Danger of the Stories we Play on Repeat: How to Heal through Stories & Community w/ Barbara Kaynan
No doubt about it, Barbara Kaynan is a fascinating human! A Registered Drama Therapist with the North American Drama Therapy Association and mom to two…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 33 Tantrums, Conflict & Trauma: Helping Parents Through the Messy Stuff w/ Dr. Hilary Mandzik
Dr. Hilary Mandzik is a mom to three young children so she understands that parenthood can be wonderful and amazing and full of joy while at the same time, it…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 32 Leaning into Discomfort, Accepting Rejection & Listening to Your Body w/ Dr. Radhika Sharma
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Radhika Sharma, a Board Certified Obstetrician/Gynecologist and certified Life & Wellness Coach. Dr. Sharma is…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 31 - Getting Your Child Educational Support in School & Building Confidence w/Jessika Shields
Imagine having a trusted guide who empowers parents by providing resources and support that takes them from guessing what to do, to taking actionable steps…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 30 Postpartum Care, Battling Burnout & Barriers to Care: A Roundtable Discussion
Today we are delighted to discuss how mothers can best navigate the postpartum period, who should be a part of that postpartum care support team, how parents…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 29 - Lessons from an Elite Athlete on Perseverance & Healing w/Caroline Kratz
We all have stories of who we are prior to becoming a mom and who we grow to be while parenting. Life is about experiences that lead to wisdom. Our guest this…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 28 On Forgiveness, Friendship & Living Your Life with Intention w/Nicole Wallace
Do you have someone in your life you need to forgive? Do you struggle with solidifying friendships now that you’re an adult? Nicole Wallace, wife, mother of…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 27 - How to Navigate a Career and Home Life w/ Krisna Guyton
Are you feeling pulled in different directions with all you need to accomplish in your role as a parent? Krisna Guyton, wife, mother of three, nurse, and…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 26 Understanding Stress, Aging & Emotions in Motherhood: A Roundtable Discussion
Our lives change in a myriad of ways once we become a mother, some positive and others less so. From experiences with “mom brain” or brain fog to overwhelming…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 25 Being the Queen of Pivots and Cultivating Exceptional Humans w/Chasta Hamilton
Kind, driven, and passionate are adjectives that describe Chasta Hamilton. She is also an entrepreneur, author, speaker, educator and mom, who believes in…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 24 Can Parenting be a Portal to Our Own Healing? w/Iris Chen
Today we got to sit down with Iris Chen, of the wildly popular website and social media account known as “Untigering.” Iris also recently authored a fantastic…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 23 Mothering Through Life’s Adversity and Braving the Unknown w/ Kim Wierzel
Life is a series of events that challenge us. For Kim Wierzel, some of the biggest challenges she faced over the past 7-8 years have been the guidepost to her…
Mama Needs A MomentEp. 22 Taking Charge of Your Story, Building Resiliency, and The Gift of Therapy w/ Dr. Maria Paredes
Today we have the pleasure of hearing from Dr. Maria Paredes. Dr. Paredes has nearly 20 years of experience in the mental health field. She is a Licensed…
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Ep: 21 Single Parenting, Squashing Fear and Creating Joy Worthy Co. w/Lauren Stevens
What do wine dinners, paint pours, candle making and charcuterie design have in common? Lauren Stevens. Lauren is the founder and owner of the creative…
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Ep: 20 Transform Your Relationship w/ Your Children Through Peaceful Parenting w/ Paula Kettula
Mama Needs A Moment Podcast - 2021 WRAL Voters' Choice Award Winner! We had the pleasure of sitting down with Paula Kettula, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker…
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Ep 19 Season 1 Finale: Sharing The “Knows” w/ Cindi and Crissy
We are putting a bow on 2021 as both the year and Season 1 comes to a close. We are sharing all the “knows,” including answering our own Get To Know You…
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Ep. 18 Exploring the Joys, Struggles, & Myths of Parenting an Only w/Jess Myhre
We had the pleasure of sitting down with Jess Myhre, co-host of Only You: A One and Done podcast. Together with her husband Pierce, Jess works hard to try to…
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Ep. 17 Exposing the Harmful Expectations of Motherhood with a Dose of Reality w/ HER Expert Panelists
Our quarterly Roundtables provide an opportunity for us to bring together our Expert Panelists. Our panelists are from a variety of industries who all have…
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Ep. 16 Creating a Supportive Fourth Trimester for Every Mother w/ Dr. Kristin Tully
Dr. Kristin Tully is faculty in the UNC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and a member of the Collaborative for Maternal and Infant Health at UNC-Chapel…
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Ep. 15 Supporting Mental Health Through Writing & Storytelling w/ Kim Hawley
We are honored to have Kim Hawley as a guest on the podcast. Kim is the founder of Strength Through Story a support group for pregnant, postpartum and adoptive…