Mama Needs A Moment

Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our third Roundtable discussion of 2024.  In part one of our Roundtable, we are discussing healthcare through the different stages of motherhood, preconception, pregnancy, & postpartum and what moms need to pay attention to. Perimenopause and postmenopause will be discussed in Part 2 of our Roundtable conversation. 

Experts in this roundtable discussed healthcare through different stages of motherhood, focusing on preconception, pregnancy, postpartum. Experts emphasized the importance of early preconception care, including medication management and thyroid disease. They highlighted the significance of pelvic floor health during pregnancy, addressing issues like pelvic pain and diastasis. Mental and emotional health was a key concern, with experts stressing the need for support systems and self-compassion. The postpartum phase was discussed, noting the importance of grieving unmet expectations and the need for shared household responsibilities to manage mental health.

This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts:

To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠. 

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Postpartum Support International

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Our MOM CHAT episodes are one of a kind. We bring moms together (selected from HER Circle, our mom community) to have a discussion on a topic pertaining to motherhood. It’s like recording a conversation while out to coffee together.

This MOM CHAT discussion focused on parenting styles, with participants, Julia and Katie sharing their diverse upbringings and how they influence their current parenting approaches. Julia, raised in an authoritarian Russian household, emphasizes structure and resilience, while Katie, from a permissive Irish Catholic family, values open communication and routines. Cindi and Crissy discussed their own permissive and authoritarian upbringings, respectively, and how these shape their parenting decisions. The conversation highlighted the importance of balancing different parenting styles within couples and the impact of birth order on parenting dynamics. 

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@kids.eat.in.color

Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans

There's No Such Thing as Bad Weather: A Scandinavian Mom's Secrets for Raising Healthy, Resilient, and Confident Kids

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Bridgett Springer, a seasoned financial advisor,  planner, and administrator in the finance industry, emphasizes the importance of financial organization and generational wealth. She is the owner of The Financial Lady LLC and  is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and mentoring people on the path to financial freedom.

Bridgett shares her personal journey, influenced by her parents' financial conflicts, and her mission to empower women to become "wealth warriors." Bridget highlights the common challenges women face, such as debt and lack of financial knowledge, and offers solutions like her 52-week Financial Lady Deck of Cards. She stresses the importance of understanding one's money story, setting financial goals, and preparing for life's uncertainties. Bridget also discusses the need for open communication in couples' financial planning and the significance of estate planning and insurance.

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Episode Notes and Resources:

The Financial Lady (all social media links are available on her website)

Financial deck of cards

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CNPB6HYF

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Deanna Belleny Lewis is the co-founder and Director of Programs at Diversify Dietetics. She has worked for close to 10 years planning, implementing and evaluating programs that impact underrepresented groups. Additionally she has trained numerous allied health teams in leadership and both professional skill development with an equity, diversity, inclusion lens. She is passionate about equity and supporting students and professionals of color who wish to thrive in nutrition and dietetics.

Deanna discusses the lack of racial and ethnic diversity in the field of nutrition and dietetics. She shares personal experiences of isolation and microaggressions faced as a Black dietitian. Diversify Dietetics aims to address these issues by empowering nutrition leaders of color and increasing representation. Learn ways to help them achieve their goals.

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Diversify Dietetics

Deanna Belleny Lewis

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Avni Panchal’s mission is to help people overcome the feeling of being an “imposter,” in both their personal and professional lives. Avni wants to support people in breaking free from the limitations that prevent them from reaching their true potential.

Avni is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in mental health as a social worker, therapist, trainer and coach. As an Empowerment Coach, Avni specializes in assisting South Asians, and other individuals, who find themselves navigating multiple cultures.

Together we discuss the external and internal pressures faced by youth in South Asian culture when choosing a professional path, particularly in engineering and medicine. We explore the stigmas surrounding mental health in various cultures, including South Asian culture, and emphasize the importance of de-stigmatizing mental health and normalizing conversations about it. Avni mentioned the importance of following one's interests and doing something well, rather than conforming to societal expectations. We also discuss the challenges of self-doubt and limiting beliefs faced by moms, and the importance of recognizing and validating these feelings.

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Episode Notes and Resources:

Avni Panchal’s Website: https://www.theindiancounselor.com/

Avni’s private practice for therapy: https://strengthandselflove.com/

Avni’s article for Medium titled, “Three Ways for BIPOC Individuals to Combat Self Doubt and Recognize Their Worth”    https://medium.com/therapists-in-tech/three-ways-for-bipoc-individuals-to-combat-self-doubt-and-recognize-their-worth-b89bb04d815a

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This episode complements Ep.110 and is the second part of our Roundtable discussion with several of our experts from our Provider Directory. The experts are exploring how to deal with Learning, Social, and Behavioral Struggles of Children (from both a neurotypical and neurodiverse lens).

The speakers discuss collaborative care and working with professionals from different industries to provide a holistic model of care for neurodiverse children. They emphasize the importance of early evaluations and diagnoses for developmental delays and ADHD in preschool children, and highlight the role of private practitioners in providing clinical diagnoses and educational classifications. The speakers also discuss the importance of feeding therapy and early intervention, and emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach that considers various factors, including speech, language, and sensory needs.

This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts:

To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠.

For more episodes on neurodiversity and/or supporting behavior struggles, please listen to the following episodes: 110, 108, 107, 102, 45, 33, 6. 

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Several of our experts from our Provider Directory have come together in our second Roundtable discussion of 2024. We are exploring how to deal with Learning, Social, and Behavioral Struggles of Children (from both a neurotypical and neurodiverse lens).

Experts in this Roundtable discussed supporting neurodiverse children's social, behavioral, and emotional development. They emphasized understanding unique needs, nurturing resilience, and collaborating across industries. Speakers shared practical strategies for addressing challenges such as frustration tolerance, impulse control, and sensory overwhelm, and highlighted the importance of nutrition and movement in education. They also discussed collaborating with teachers and addressing behavioral differences between home and school, and acknowledged the role of anxiety in children's development.

This HER Health Collective Roundtable features the following HER Provider Directory Experts:

To connect with any of our experts, please go to our ⁠website directory⁠. For more episodes on neurodiversity and/or supporting behavior struggles, please listen to episodes 108, 107, 102, 45, 33, 6. 

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Let’s talk parenting, conflict resolution and teens! Karleen Savage is a TEDx speaker, certified in hostage and crisis negotiation and a seasoned parent who stands at the forefront of empowering parents to instill confidence in their teens. With more than four decades of hands-on experience parenting seven unique children, Karleen has honed her skills in navigating the complexities of raising confident and resilient individuals and has documented her approach in her new book, The Confident Teen Blueprint: A Parent’s 30-Day Challenge to Empower Your Teen.

As the creator of the Savage Theory of Resolution®, a five-skill model that can be used to resolve any conflict, Karleen knows that peaceful and amicable resolution is possible. Karleen has been featured on MSNBC for her knowledge in hostage negotiation. She holds a Masters in Conflict Resolution &

Negotiations, and is a certified hostage and crisis negotiator. She has been married for more than 30 years and lives in Utah with her family.

We discuss insights on parenting, highlighting the importance of raising resilient and confident children who can navigate challenges and mistakes without relying on external validation. We also talk about various strategies for fostering independence, self-esteem, and the ability to make mistakes without fear of judgment.

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Episode Notes and Resources:

Karleen Savage’s Website: https://www.karleensavage.com/

Karleen’s Book: https://www.amazon.com/Confident-Teen-Blueprint-parents-challenge/dp/B0CRD71YDN

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This is a continuation of our discussion with Dr. Emily King. It is a perfect episode on its own or pairs beautifully with the previous episode (107)! Moms, if you think that you may need to get your child evaluated or get personalized support in school, this episode will be helpful!

Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families and teachers in schools and private practice. She has been on both sides of the IEP and 504 meeting tables, first as a school psychologist and then as a parent. She knows the feeling of thinking you are out of ideas to support your child, which inspired her to help parents and educators beyond her therapy practice with online parent workshops and professional development trainings for teachers.

This episode’s conversation centered around the complexities of neurodiversity in children, including differences between boys and girls, and the importance of addressing concerns about children's development. Dr. Emily emphasized the need for involvement from teachers, understanding the differences between medical and psychological evaluations, and addressing anxiety in neurodiverse children. We also discussed the complexities of gender and neurodiversity in children, highlighting the need to unlearn societal expectations and prioritize individual happiness and connection.

Episode Notes and Resources:

Dr. Emily’s Website and access to her course: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/

Dr. Emily’s Blog and Podcast: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/media

HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership

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Moms and teachers with neurodivergent kiddos, this episode is for you! Dr. Emily King has spent the last 20 years working with neurodivergent children and teens along with their families and teachers in schools and private practice.

She has been on both sides of the IEP and 504 meeting tables, first as a school psychologist and then as a parent. She knows the feeling of thinking you are out of ideas to support your child, which inspired her to help parents and educators beyond her therapy practice with online parent workshops and professional development trainings for teachers.

In our discussion, Dr. Emily emphasized understanding each child's unique needs, creating a supportive environment, and challenging traditional expectations in education. We went on to discuss the importance in developing a comprehensive understanding of children's skills and challenges. We highlighted the importance of adapting education to meet the unique needs of neurodivergent children, including more flexibility within general education classrooms and personalized learning approaches.

Episode Notes and Resources:

Dr. Emily’s Website and access to her course: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/

Dr. Emily’s Blog and Podcast: https://www.learnwithdremily.com/media

HER Circle: https://www.herhealthcollective.com/membership

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