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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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In this "Greatest Hits" episode we revisit one of our most impactful conversations with child development expert Claire Lerner. As parents who have personally navigated the challenges of raising children who don't respond to traditional gentle parent... more

Life in your 40s can hit hard, and if you're feeling the weight of it all right now, you are not alone. In this episode, Abby gets real and personal about a difficult situation she's been navigating with one of her kids, and how the stress of it has ... more

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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
Claire Lerner
Child development specialist with over 30 years of experience working with children and families
Lerner Child Development
Episode: 339: Greatest Hits: What to Do When the Script Doesn't Work with Claire Lerner
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
Dr. Marisa Franco
Expert on friendship and attachment styles
Author of 'Platonic: How the Science of Attachment Can Help You Make and Keep Friends'
Episode: 314. Attachment Styles in Adult Friendships with Dr. Marisa Franco
Not specified (The Shrink Chicks)
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
Dr. Jaime Zuckerman
Expert on narcissistic personality disorder and psychology.
Dr. Jaime Zuckerman's Practice
Episode: 286. Is It Being Defensive or Is It Narcissism? With Dr. Jaime Zuckerman

Hosts

Amy
Host of HERself podcast with focus on motherhood, marriage, health and self-improvement
Abby
Host of HERself podcast with focus on motherhood, relationships, and practical guidance

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.1k ratings
  • 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 Statesa month 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 States2 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 States3 months ago
  • Ob.Sess.Ed

    I’m new here, as I am a mom of two young humans, a wife, and in a mental space of wanting to better myself for the people in my life.

    I am catching up on all episodes from the very beginning. This podcast is so reassuring that the experience of being a Woman in today’s world is universal! Their vulnerability is beautiful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Love2HateRealityTV
    United States4 months ago
  • The real deal

    These ladies are the real deal!!! They are so genuine and open. I feel like they’re my friends since I listen regularly and love their personal stories. They are honest and don’t sugarcoat things, but come across so kind all the time. They also have great guests and episode topics. I especially enjoyed the recent “comparison” episode. Very relevant and appropriate for my phase of life. Here are all the gold stars for you two!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    liz meany
    United States4 months ago

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Guests and topics are described as practical and empowering for busy moms.
Common critique mentions overly scripted feel or heavy promotional segments in some episodes.
Overall feedback emphasizes warmth, honesty, and community.”
Listeners praise the hosts' authenticity and relatable approach to motherhood and relationships.
Many reviews highlight the balance of real talk with actionable tips.

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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.
341: Helping Your Kids Navigate Friendships with Dr. Willough Jenkins
Q: How should we respond when our child says they don't want to be friends anymore after a small incident?
It's normal for school-age kids to test whether friendships can survive conflict. Acknowledge the sadness, coach through repair, and help them understand that friendships endure with care and communication rather than avoiding difficult situations.
337: Do You Actually Want to Change? Listen to This With Karin Nordin
Q: Is exercising in the morning the best approach, and how would you coach someone to start if they can't wake up early?
She stresses that exercise is not a strict habit but a set of change skills; start by stacking movement onto an existing routine, like walking after dropping a child at daycare, and gradually build momentum rather than forcing a new early-morning habit.
337: Do You Actually Want to Change? Listen to This With Karin Nordin
Q: What does a behavior change expert actually do for women, and how did you start down this career path?
Karin explains her background in psychology, interpersonal communication, and health communication, then describes how her personal struggle with change inspired her to study behavior change scientifically and apply it practically for daily life.

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Relatable conversations centered on motherhood, marriage, health, and personal growth. Real guests and seasoned co-hosts share practical strategies, evidence-based tips, and vulnerable storytelling to help listeners simplify life, improve relationships, and pursue meaningful self-improvement while managing the realities of parenting. Noteworthy is a consistent emphasis on community, transparency, and actionable steps, often featuring expert guests and practical frameworks for busy moms seeking balance and growth.

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HERself launched 7 years ago and published 341 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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Recent guests on HERself include:

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

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