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Parenting
Motherhood
Mental Health
Self-Care
Child Development
Friendship
Work-Life Balance
Marriage
Communication
Relationships
Mindfulness
Family Dynamics
Parenting Strategies
Burnout
Emotional Regulation
Boundaries
Therapy
Women's Health
Self-Compassion
Emotional Well-Being

As women and mothers of young children, it can be easy to compare ourselves to others. But your life isn't supposed to look like hers! Being your best self means standing firm in your decisions and always being willing to grow with a purpose. Are you wanting more ease in your marriage? Or more enjoyment as a parent? Are you looking for a strategy to the health challenges you have been facing recen... more

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Today we’re talking about resilience and what it actually looks like to become a more resilient person, especially on the days when life feels overwhelming. After listening to a podcast about what mentally strong people do on their worst days, we pul... more

We all have those little tasks that we say we’ll do later, but what if there were a simple way to finally get them done? In this episode, we’re breaking down the idea of a “dreadsprint,” a simple way to batch those annoying, lingering tasks and final... more

In this episode, we’re diving into something that Abby has struggled with for most of her life: the feeling that she’s never doing enough. Whether it’s parenting, work, or her home, she shares how she can hit one goal and immediately move the bar hig... more

We often think communication is the key to a strong marriage, but what if the real secret is friendship? In this episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to actually be friends with your spouse, how that can get lost when life gets busy and ki... more

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Recent Guests

Chandler Ashcraft
Creator behind Chan with the Boys; founder of Moms Away
Chan with the Boys; Moms Away
Episode: 355: Hot Takes on Youth Sports with Chandler Ashcraft
Dr. Marisa Franco
Author of Worth: The New Science of Self-Esteem and Secure Attachment; researcher on self-worth and attachment
Episode: 352: Feeling Unworthy? This Is For You With Dr. Marisa Franco
Eli Harwood
Author on attachment parenting and securely attached kids
Author/Attachment Nerd
Episode: 343: How To Deal With Your Sh#* So Your Kids Don't Have To with Eli Harwood
Dr. Willough Jenkins
Child psychiatrist, pharmacist, focused on making children's mental health accessible
Independent clinician
Episode: 341: Helping Your Kids Navigate Friendships with Dr. Willough Jenkins
Karin Nordin
PhD in behavior change expert
Body Brain Alliance
Episode: 337: Do You Actually Want to Change? Listen to This With Karin Nordin
Mary Claire Haver
Physician and author focused on perimenopause
Dr. Mary Claire Haver, author of The New Perimenopause
Episode: 330. Am I ACTUALLY In Perimenopause? With Dr. Mary Claire Haver
Eli Weinstein
Author, therapist specializing in family dynamics and relationships
Episode: 315. Why Your Partner "Doesn't Get It" - and How to Reset Your Relationship with Eli Weinstein
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Therapists known for making therapy relatable and less intimidating.
The Therapy Group
Episode: 301. Greatest Hits: Getting Real on Relationships After Kids with The Shrink Chicks
Dr. Talib
Pediatrician and adolescent health specialist
Episode: 293. How to Raise Mentally and Physically Strong Pre-teens with Dr. Talib

Hosts

Amy
Host of HERself podcast; co-presenter discussing marriage and motherhood
Abby
Co-host of HERself; conducts research and shares insights on relationships; host of HERself podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • Relatable

    I look forward to Mondays when a new episode is dropped. Abby and Amy are so relatable and make navigating motherhood more manageable all while motivating me to be the best version of myself.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    natgh534
    United States4 months ago
  • you will always find what you came for

    what’s so beautiful about Herself is that every. single. episode. is jam packed with actionable stuff. tangible tips, the mindset shift you needed right when you needed it - and that’s whether it’s our gals reflecting it all out there or one of their top tier guests (they never miss). you don’t even have to wait to make it all the way through an episode to get something you can use from it. whatever you need is so easy to search because with over 300 episodes it’s an absolute arsenal of knowledg... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rachel Lefebvre
    United States4 months ago
  • Interrupting Host

    I'm a long time listener; I've actually listened since the first episode! However, I can no longer listen. One of the hosts continually interrupts the other, and I'm finding it unpalatable. This same host is becoming more and more self-serving in their commentary and paints themselves as almost perfect. It's just too much.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    CbAnonymous444
    United States5 months ago
  • OG listener, first time reviewer

    Have loved this podcast since the beginning! Loved the Abby/Amy episodes a lot at the beginning but would also like more guests to come back! Love your interview skills and questions you ask the experts!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lrn2hustle4456
    United States6 months ago
  • Ugh

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for years but lately I can’t get over how much Amy interrupts Abby. It is constant. Maybe it’s the editing but it seems like Abby never gets to actually make her points because Amy dominates the conversations. It’s very distracting and feels a little preachy.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Heymegmems
    United States7 months ago

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A subset of reactions notes interruptions or pacing as a potential downside
Listeners find the show relatable and empowering for moms juggling multiple roles
Some listeners feel conversations have become more scripted or promotional in recent years
Guests are consistently strong and topics practical and actionable
The hosts feel like close friends to the audience with warm, candid discussions

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352: Feeling Unworthy? This Is For You With Dr. Marisa Franco
Q: Is this something people can work on alone, or should they seek professional help?
Many exercises can be done solo, but some may benefit from professional support. It's important to pause when overwhelmed and consider alternative formats like therapy or somatic-based approaches to safely work through difficult material.
352: Feeling Unworthy? This Is For You With Dr. Marisa Franco
Q: How do memories shape our current sense of self-worth, and can we change those memories?
Memories form the database of self-esteem. They predict future responses and can trap us in negative patterns. The approach involves memory reconsolidation: revisiting memories with intentional, corrective narratives to restructure their impact on present self-worth.
357: Abby's Issues Explored: Part 1
Q: How does the productivity trap affect daily life and burnout?
They discuss an invisible scorecard driving constant work and planning, leading to burnout, poor rest, and a need to redefine what is “enough.”
341: Helping Your Kids Navigate Friendships with Dr. Willough Jenkins
Q: What are practical tips to keep communication open with tweens and teens about friendships?
Prioritize presence and regular, low-pressure conversations; avoid lecturing; use activities like walks or car rides to create comfortable moments for dialogue; encourage independent problem-solving and repair; and involve outside perspectives if concerns persist.
341: Helping Your Kids Navigate Friendships with Dr. Willough Jenkins
Q: What can be done for children with anxious attachment who ruminate about social interactions?
Recognize their sensitivity as a strength, avoid overloading them with details, and build 'friendship anchors' through one or two solid relationships while guiding them to read social cues and practice responses. Consider structured settings and role-play to build confidence.

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This show centers on women and mothers navigating partnership, parenting, health, and personal growth with candid, experience-rich conversations. Hosts Abby and Amy blend practical tips with expert insights from authors, therapists, and researchers to help listeners design healthier relationships, more confident parenting, and self-improvement strategies that fit busy family life. Notable strengths include a relatable, warm tone, a wide range of guests spanning parenting, mental health, and wellness, and an emphasis on realistic, actionable guidance for real-life families. A recurring draw is the mix of personal stories and expert frameworks that feel both supportive and applicable to everyday challenges, making it particularly useful for l... more

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1. Raising Good Humans
2. Good Inside with Dr. Becky
3. After Bedtime with Big Little Feelings
4. The Carpool with Kelly and Lizz
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HERself launched 7 years ago and published 359 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Chandler Ashcraft
2. Dr. Marisa Franco
3. Eli Harwood
4. Dr. Willough Jenkins
5. Karin Nordin
6. Mary Claire Haver
7. Eli Weinstein
8. Not specified (The Shrink Chicks)

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