HERself
Abby and Amy
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 recently? Do you feel like you have been staring at a stranger in the mirror since becoming a mother? Abby and Amy get vulnerable with topics around partnership, motherhood, health, and self improvement by interviewing authors, therapists, experts and everyday mothers. Our conversations will meet you with solutions and solidarity as you find a life path that feels aligned for you. If this sounds like you, hit play on your favorite episode title and make sure you're following the HERself podcast.
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Jun 29, 2020 • 34min
29. Making Self Care a Priority
Sure, self care can look like a week-long vacation and a full day at the spa. But this is not a frequent reality for most of us with tight schedules and multiple titles. In today’s episode, we go back to the basics on the simple things we need to make a priority in life. We also go into details on how we fit in the pieces that are crucial to living our best lives and what are the non-negotiables.Ladies, this is a big reminder to fulfill your needs FIRST even with the demands of work, family, and the world pulling you away.Let’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAMMEET AMY MEET ABBY
Jun 22, 2020 • 34min
28. A Conversation on Race and the Influencer World
This week we open up about the changes occurring in our world and the knowledge gained on systemic racism. We give our stance and what the future holds for our business and personal lives in regards to inclusion and action, both on and off camera. We also dive into a full discussion on the influencer world and where as consumers, we need to take control into our own hands. Where many of us fall prey to idolizing and holding the lives of those in the spotlight on a pedestal, just know there is always a story that doesn’t make the highlight reel. Let’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAMMEET AMY MEET ABBY
Jun 15, 2020 • 45min
27. HERself Expert: Dr. Ashurina Ream (PsychedMommy) on Anxiety, Depression and the Mental Load of Motherhood
Dr. Ashurina Ream (PsychedMommy) joins the podcast to help women feel less alone in their pregnancy and postpartum emotional health struggles. We were floored with some of the stats she brought up and how many women (and men!) are affected by mood disorders. This is an episode that will have you sinking into your own motherhood journeys and where to ask for help, preparing for the future, and when to seek a professional opinion. MEET DR. ASHURINA REAM Help for Moms and Resources for DadsDr. Kristin NeffDr. Ream’s Courses and ResourcesLet’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAMMEET AMY MEET ABBY
Jun 8, 2020 • 55min
26. HERself Expert: Tiffany Aliche (The Budgetnista) on Budgeting, Investing, and How to Teach Your Kids About Finances
The money talk! If you have been following for awhile, you know how passionate we both are about women having control over their finances. This week we have financial expert, The Budgetnista, on to go through the details on what you can do today to make a difference and build financial confidence for tomorrow. Tiffany discusses strategies around speaking to your kids about money as well as talking through finances with your partner, especially if there have been disagreements in the past. With Covid-19 affecting so many households, she also goes into detail on where to make pivots on investing and budgeting in a hard market. Meet TheBudgetnistaFor more financial tips: TheBudgetnista.comHow to talk to your kids about money: MaliMore.comMint (budgeting app)YNAB (You Need a Budget app)Let’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAMMEET AMY MEET ABBY
Jun 1, 2020 • 41min
25. HERstory: Elena Blair on Infidelity, Divorce, and Unexpected Endings
Many times, we walk through life with a plan to meet the love of our life, get married, buy a home, have babies. But very few of us imagine an affair and divorce as a piece of our puzzle. Elena speaks openly about her experience and also where she found confidence and a new beginning after the ashes. Her story on heartbreak, grace, understanding, and triumph brought on all the emotions and a new take on relationships that we have not yet had on HERself.MEET ELENALet’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAMMEET AMY MEET ABBY
May 25, 2020 • 28min
24. The Power of No
“No”. It’s a word we say dozens of times a day to our children yet somehow stumble when responding to our own needs. As a follow up from last week, we dive into the graceful “no” and how it can bring power and confidence to our lives. As a people pleaser, you may be just starting this journey or you may have mastered this conversation and could give us a tip or two!Today’s podcast sponsor: BetterHELP.com/HERselfLet’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: instagram.com/abbyrosegreen
May 18, 2020 • 32min
23. Maxed Out
As women, many of us are walking through life with a heavy load on our shoulders. Feelings of having too much on our plate and not enough time to complete everything. In this episode, we talk through books that have helped clarify this maxed out phenomenon but also where we can be advocates for ourselves. Where we can stand up for our needs and ask for the help that will make the mental and physical load much easier to handle.Today’s podcast sponsor: BetterHELP.com/HERselfBooks (affiliate links):Drop the Ball: Tiffany DufuTo Have and to Hold: Molly MillwoodAll the Rage: Darcy LockmanMaxed Out: Katrina AlcornPresent Over Perfect: Shauna NeiquistThe Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: John Mark ComerLet’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: instagram.com/abbyrosegreenHERSELF SHOWNOTES: www.herselfpodcast.com
May 11, 2020 • 27min
22. The Best Ways To Support When A Loved One Needs You
A heavy episode full of raw emotions and real thoughts. With Abby discovering that their 3rd child will have Down syndrome, we wanted to bring in an episode to meet you where you are. The grief you have gone through and the feeling of loss that can sit on our shoulders is real. This episode is full of different coping strategies as well as tangible ways you can help, or ask for help, during the times we all need it most. Resources:Jack’s BasketGigi’s PlayhouseDown Syndrome Association of WILet’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: instagram.com/abbyrosegreenHERSELF SHOWNOTES: www.herselfpodcast.com
May 4, 2020 • 50min
21. HERself Expert: Vanessa Marin, Sex Therapist. All of Your Sex Questions, Answered.
Inspired by all of your questions, we have Vanessa on to bring the taboo out of sex. This is such an important topic that seldom gets discussed in this much detail, even among close friends. Join us as we uncover how sex, conversation, and relationships go hand in hand and where we as women can find joy and confidence in such an important part of our lives.Resources:Vanessa Marin: Website and InstagramLet’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: instagram.com/abbyrosegreenHERSELF SHOWNOTES: www.herselfpodcast.com
Apr 27, 2020 • 44min
20. Mailbag: Your Questions Answered
Today’s episode is dedicated to all of you! We are answering your questions that came in from Instagram as we go through how we met, the ins and outs of starting and keeping the podcast going, all things kids but also what we miss about life beforehand.The first 8 minutes covers Abby’s recent news with her 3rd baby. The details on the tests, emotions and the most up today results are all part of this discussion.Let’s connect!HERSELF INSTAGRAM: instagram.com/herselfpodcastMEET AMY: instagram.com/ameskieferMEET ABBY: instagram.com/abbyrosegreenHERSELF SHOWNOTES: www.herselfpodcast.com
