Got HER Back

Dating apps in your 40s are a whole different game, and in this episode of the Got HER Back podcast, we’re breaking it all the way down.

From Bumble versus Hinge, to major red flags, FaceTime-first rules, safety tips, and why boundaries matter more than ever, this conversation is packed with real-life dating advice for women who are dating with intention. We talk about authentic profiles, why filtered photos are a no, how to avoid time-wasters, and what it really looks like to date with clarity, confidence, and standards.

If you’re navigating dating apps after divorce, dating later in life, or just trying to protect your peace while finding real love, this episode is your no-BS guide to modern dating—Got HER Back style

You’ve got her back. And we’ve got yours.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro and dating app chaos stories

01:00 Wedding overwhelm and why intimacy matters

04:55 Dating apps in your 40s vs your 20s

06:20 Tinder, Facebook Dating, Bumble, and Hinge explained

09:20 How to set up your dating profile the right way

10:55 Why filters and old photos are a dealbreaker

13:10 Being authentic instead of impressing men

14:40 Height, kids, age range, and non-negotiables

16:20 FaceTime dates as a filtering tool

18:50 Major red flags to watch for on dating apps

20:45 Married men, ghosting, and pen pals

23:30 First date rules and why drinks beat dinner

26:00 Dating app burnout and too many options

28:40 Background checks and personal safety tips

31:00 Location sharing and first-date safety rules

33:00 Having standards and checking every box

36:10 What real compatibility actually looks like

38:00 Bumble vs Hinge—what worked and why

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In this episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, Meg and Carrie dive deep into what the soft girl era actually means beyond the TikTok aesthetic. From unlearning hyper-independence and healing after toxic relationships to redefining femininity, trust, rest, and healthy love, this honest conversation explores how strong women can soften without losing their hustle.

They share personal stories about dating after divorce, learning to receive support, navigating healthy partnerships, and raising daughters to be both independent and emotionally safe. If you are in your healing era, learning to let your guard down, or redefining what balance looks like after burnout, this episode is your reminder that softness is not weakness. It is strength earned.

You’ve got her back. And we’ve got yours.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro – When Toxic Language Is No Longer Allowed

01:00 Catching Up After the Holidays

03:00 New Year’s Eve in the Soft Girl Era

08:55 What the Soft Girl Era Really Means

10:45 Hyper-Independence and Survival Mode

13:30 Learning to Trust and Receive Love

16:40 Healthy Relationships vs Toxic Patterns

20:00 Dating After Divorce and Knowing When to Walk Away

23:45 Masculine and Feminine Energy in Relationships

27:10 Rest, Burnout, and Letting Someone Help

31:00 Raising Daughters to Be Soft and Strong

34:30 Redefining Success, Home, and Peace

38:45 Why Softness Comes From Safety

42:00 Internet Soft Girl Aesthetic vs Real Life

45:30 Final Thoughts on Healing and Living Fully

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In this episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, Carrie and Maggie sit down with Aunt Dee for a raw, compassionate conversation about motherhood, mental illness, suicide, grief, and faith.

Dee shares her story of becoming a teen mom, raising her son Mason, navigating the heartbreaking realities of untreated bipolar disorder and depression, and ultimately losing him to suicide. Through tears, honesty, and hope, this episode explores the warning signs parents often miss, the failures of mental health systems, the stigma around suicide, and the power of God winks, rainbows, and resilience. Dee also opens up about enduring multiple tragedies, raising her grandchildren, breaking generational cycles, and finding purpose after unimaginable loss.

This episode is a reminder that you are not alone, that talking about mental health saves lives, and that even in grief, hope can still exist.

You’ve got her back. And we’ve got yours.

Resources:

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (US) – Free, confidential support available 24/7 by call, text, or chat.

🔗 https://988lifeline.org/get-help/

CDC Suicide Prevention Resources – Data, strategies, education, and public health resources.

🔗 https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/resources/index.html

Texas Health & Human Services – Suicide Prevention (State Specific) – Local resources, warning sign info, and support documents.

🔗 https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-crisis-services/suicide-prevention

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As we stand on the edge of a brand new year, we’re having the kind of conversation every woman needs but doesn’t always give herself permission to have.

In this episode, Meg and Carrie get real about New Year’s resolutions, self-worth, growth, overwhelm, and the quiet power of choosing evolution over perfection. From engagement excitement and wedding dreams to parenting struggles, inbox overload, and the emotional weight women carry daily, this episode is raw, reflective, and deeply affirming.

If you’ve ever felt behind, overwhelmed, unworthy, or unsure heading into a new year, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone, you’re not broken, and you’re doing better than you think.

You’ve got her back. And we’ve got yours.

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In this festive and unfiltered episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, Carrie and Meg dive headfirst into their own version of the 12 Days of Christmas, breaking down all the holiday yeses, nos, and absolutely nots.

From favorite Christmas movies and Elf on the Shelf chaos to stocking trauma, gift-giving love languages, co-parenting during the holidays, and a hard pass on eggnog, this conversation is full of laughs, real-life moments, and heartfelt reflections. The girls talk traditions old and new, navigating blended families, the magic of Christmas through kids’ eyes, and what it really feels like to finally be in a healthy, loving relationship during the holidays.

It’s cozy, chaotic, honest, and full of reminders that you don’t have to do Christmas perfectly to do it meaningfully.

Tune in for laughs, girl chat and simple, tangible advice with your besties because we always have your back!

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In this major life update themed episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, Carrie finally shares the moment everyone has been waiting for… she said yes. From a quiet, unexpected proposal in busted sweats to the years of healing, boundaries, dating trauma, and growth that made this love possible, this conversation is about more than a ring.

It’s about choosing yourself, trusting again after divorce, and allowing healthy love to meet you where you are. Megan and Carrie unpack the journey that led here, the lessons learned along the way, and why actions, safety, and consistency matter more than grand gestures.

If you’ve ever wondered whether love can feel calm, secure, and deeply aligned after heartbreak, this episode is your reminder that it can and it does.

Tune in for laughs, girl chat and simple, tangible advice with your besties because we always have your back!

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In this episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, the ladies dive into the real art of saying no—especially during the chaos of the holidays. From juggling family expectations to navigating packed schedules, people-pleasing patterns, and the pressure to make everything perfect, they get candid about what it really looks like to protect your peace.

They share personal stories about burnout, hosting, motherhood, boundaries, traditions, guilt, grief, and finally giving themselves permission to prioritize what (and who) truly matters. It’s honest, funny, emotional, and full of those “girl, SAME” moments that remind you you’re not alone. This episode is your reminder that saying no isn’t selfish — it’s self-respect, and it creates space for the people and moments that matter most.

Tune in for laughs, girl chat and simple, tangible advice with your besties because we always have your back!

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In this episode of the Got HER Back Podcast, we dive deep into the real and raw emotions that come with the holiday season—especially for women juggling motherhood, business, relationships, and their own mental health.

From seasonal depression and anxiety to saying no, setting boundaries, and creating safe spaces for our kids, the ladies get open about their personal struggles and how they’ve learned to navigate emotional lows with grace, humor, and support.

They share stories of friendship, healing, hormones, motherhood, grief, and the importance of checking in on your “happy friends.” Whether you’re thriving, barely holding it together, or somewhere in between, this conversation reminds you that you’re not alone—and that having a tribe matters more than ever during the holidays.

Tune in for laughs, girl chat and simple, tangible advice with your besties because we always have your back!

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In this heartwarming holiday episode, the girls dive all the way into Thanksgiving traditions, family chaos, burnt rolls, DIY Christmas decor, and the emotional reality of co-parenting during the holidays.

From $1,900 bedazzled nutcrackers (and the woman who ghosted Megan) to homemade rolls, Marine nephews, new step-family traditions, and the comfort of passing recipes down—this convo is full of laughter, nostalgia, and those “only in our family” moments. Whether you’re blending families, starting new traditions, or trying to keep old ones alive, this episode reminds you that the holidays are messy, magical, and always better when we’ve got each other’s backs.

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Ep 87: Making Co-Parent WORK

In this emotional episode, Meg opens up about one of the hardest “firsts” of divorce—navigating co-parenting when your little girl starts calling someone else “Mom.” She shares the gut punch of hearing her five-year-old say she doesn’t need her at gymnastics, the complicated dynamics with her ex and his new partner, and how reactive abuse and old patterns are still playing out through their daughter.

Carrie holds space as they unpack what’s “normal” in blended families, what’s petty and hurtful, and what’s actually in the best interest of the kids. They talk boundaries, phones, step-parents earning titles, and how childhood wounds—like losing a parent—make these moments cut even deeper.

If you’ve ever struggled with co-parenting, step-parents, or feeling replaced, this conversation will remind you that your pain is valid—and you’re not going through it alone.

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