The WoMed

Narcissistic Relationship Coach and Psychologist Dr. Jaime Zuckerman joins your hosts to talk all about navigating and exiting a relationship with a narcissist. Many healthcare workers identify as fixers and people pleasers, which can make them even more likely to fall victim to a narcissist. Dr. Z is here to teach us how to protect ourselves and spot abusive behavior. She talks about whether a narcissist can actually change, and if male and female narcissists present differently. Dr. Z explains what a narcissist is not, and how narcissism functions on a spectrum. She also highlights the need for a full-on exit strategy, and the post-breakup abuse that often occurs when someone leaves a narcissist. We hope that if anything from this conversation resonates with you, or you find yourself in a relationship with a narcissist, this offers that final push you need to ask for help.  

To keep up with Dr. Jaime Zuckerman visit her website, drjaimezuckerman.com and follow her on Instagram @dr.z_psychologist. Plus, you can order her book, Find Your Calm: A Workbook to Manage Anxiety and listen to the “It’s Me, Dr. Z with JB” podcast wherever you listen to us.   

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel — Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today.

Babbel — For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

Honeylove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only.

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative    

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a whirlwind of a November, D and Jac are back in action and officially leaning into the festive spirit! D shares the joy of putting up her first Christmas tree in over 13 years, while Jac reflects on the positive energy surrounding her this holiday season. Then, with the dry winter months in full swing, D, our beloved in-house skincare expert, is sharing all her secrets to maintaining a glow. She dives into the basics of skincare for late 20s and 30-somethings, breaking down the essentials—cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing, and protecting—and gives us insights into the benefits and proper usage of retinol. To wrap up, D shares valuable advice on which products are worth investing in, the purpose of botox and filler, why you should avoid influencer recommendations, and how to go about finding a reliable injector. Join the gals for a chat filled with holiday cheer and all the skincare wisdom! 

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel — Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Zocdoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top-rated doctor today.

Babbel — For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

Honeylove — Treat yourself to the best bras and shapewear on the market and save up to 20% Off sitewide at honeylove.com/WOMED this month only.

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trigger Warning: Trauma, depression and suicidal ideation  

Are you ready to make a change in your life? This week, Jac’s going solo and opening up about her personal story with mindfulness and the transformational impact it’s had on her life through her darkest days. From feeling lost after college to going through a gut-wrenching divorce, Jac shares the messy yet transformative nature of this practice. She breaks down what mindfulness is, how it helped her gain clarity, and why it’s not always easy and isn’t meant for everyone. Jac also introduces her exciting new venture, Words for Monday, a platform for both healthcare professionals and everyday individuals to learn about mindfulness, find community, and get started on their own journey. Hopefully, this episode makes you feel seen, gives you hope, and gives you reassurance that there can be beauty on the other side of pain. 

Episode Links:  

Trauma-Informed Mindfulness Blog Post 

Words for Monday Website 

Words for Monday Blog 

Words for Monday Mindfulness Courses 

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef’s best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com  

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, the gals are coming at you live from the city of angels! That’s right, D and Jac are recording from L.A. and would like you all to know that they won’t be becoming Angelinos any time soon (no offense to our L.A. listeners). The ladies start off by painting a picture of their rocky (less than) 48 hours in L.A., and let’s just say, it’s been a journey. From motion sickness to traffic and a variety of humbling moments, there’s a lot to unpack. They then dive into why they’re in Los Angeles and share their experience attending the End Well Conference! Thanks to their dear friend, both in real life and of the pod, Dr. Shoshana Ungerleider, founder and director of End Well, a non-profit organization that aims to normalize conversations surrounding death and end-of-life care, Jac and D were able to attend this incredible event. They share the highlights of the conference, including some of the standout speakers and the thoughts and feelings that came up for them throughout, both as healthcare professionals and as human beings. There’s no denying that it was a heavy day, but one filled with so much love, hope, and such beautiful messages about life, grief, and death. 

Episode Links:  

Be sure to follow End Well on Instagram!  

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef’s best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com  

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, the gals are back for a fun Q&A to answer all of your burning questions! First off, D and J both share an update on how they’re doing, and D gives some insight into the work she’s doing with Protect Choice Ohio! Diving into the Q&A, they’re answering all of your questions about their egg freezing journey and how they’re feeling about it now. They’re also sharing their thoughts on starting a side hustle, what to do if you feel like quitting nursing, and tips for navigating a breakup! This is such a fun episode, and we can’t wait to share it with you! 

Episode Links:  

Hailey Merkt Medical Emergency Fund via GoFund Me: Anything you can afford would make a difference and would mean the absolute world to Hailey and her family! 

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef’s best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com  

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

Osea — Give the gift of glow this holiday season with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Right now we have a special discount just for our listeners. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

Quince — Get affordable luxury with Quince! Go to Quince.com/WOMED for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative 

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, D and Jac are joined by D’s honorary Gusband (gay husband), and Jac’s new Chicago-based BFF, Alex Amato, to discuss his journey in nursing and becoming a Certified Nurse Anesthetist. Sweet Alex, celebrating his one-year CRNA anniversary, shares insights into his career, from meeting Danielle during a medical mission trip in Peru to mentoring nursing students. The convo dives into CRNA school requirements, the evolving nature of the field, the critical importance of bedside experience, and having the right mindset before taking the leap into studying Anesethia. Alex's passion and dedication to his craft completely shine through in this episode, and the wisdom he offers to aspiring CRNAs is beyond valuable for anyone curious about the field. Enjoy! 

Be sure to follow Alex on Instagram! 

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef’s best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com  

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When D’s away, the twins will play! On this very special episode, Jac’s identical twin sister Nicole is sitting in for Dani while she’s in New York, and the twins are #twinning. They reflect on their journey as twins, the challenges and benefits, how Nicole, who is currently pregnant, almost had twins herself, and why they would actually be truly terrified to have their own set. Nicole then shares her story of transitioning from an ICU nurse to a certified nurse midwife and the “come to Jesus” moments that led her down that path. They also debunk misconceptions about midwifery, providing a glimpse into the demanding yet rewarding life of a midwife and why it’s never too late to make a career shift, especially in healthcare. After majorly pumping Nicole’s tires throughout the episode, Jac decides to bring in her husband Mason for a rapid-fire pregnancy Q&A to get his take on how the pregnancy journey has really been with her twin sister (spoiler alert: she's glowing). This convo is a must-listen for the twins out there, pregnant peeps, or anyone working in healthcare and beyond looking to make a career shift. Enjoy! 

 Be sure to follow Nicole @nicolethemidwife!  

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. For Green Chef’s best deal of the year, get $250 off with code WOMED250 at GreenChef.com  

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, D and Jac are giving us the full recap of their exciting trip to DC with the Impact in Healthcare team to meet with policy makers and discuss the re-introduction of the Workplace Violence Protection for Healthcare and Social Services Workers Act! In case you missed it, Abby Donnley from the Impact in Healthcare team joined the pod a few weeks ago to dive into the work they’d be doing in DC, and this week, D and Jac are sharing all about their experience meeting with policymakers along with their exciting run-in to the one and only AOC! They also share their experiences meeting with different policymakers and shooting their shot with a very special potential guest! This is such a fun episode and we’re so excited for you to listen!

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping 

Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, D and Jac are joined by their favorite pediatrician, Dr. Krupa Playforth, to explore the sensitive topic of discussing world events with young children. Together, they acknowledge the difficulty of finding the right words and the instinct to shield children from tragedy, while also recognizing that young ears are always listening and processing. They touch on the challenges of contextualizing these events, determining the right age for these conversations, and the struggle of balancing censorship while keeping kids informed. They emphasize the importance of addressing children's questions with honesty, supporting them through discomfort, and modeling appropriate emotional responses. 

Be sure to follow Krupa on Instagram and visit her website! 

Resources & links to donate: 

Israelrescue.org 

Afmda.org 

Palestine Childrens Relief Fund 

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping 

Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cozy season is upon us and in this week's episode, D and Jac are diving into all things fall! From football (and when we say football, we mean the Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce romance) to D and Jac's favorite fall items and products. They share the fall trends they're loving as well as trends they can do without. Danielle also discusses her feelings towards the upcoming holiday season as a newly single lady, and together, they share how they are going to prioritize self care in this new season! We can't wait for you to hear this episode!

Thanks to our amazing sponsors for making this episode possible: 

Beam — Head to youcanbeam.com and use promo code WOMED to get an 

exclusive 10% discount sitewide. 

Perelel— Go to Perelel.co and use code WOMED15 for 15% off your first 3 months. If you don’t love it, you can cancel anytime with a 30-day money-back guarantee. 

Babbel— For a limited time, our listeners can get started and receive 55% off your Babbel subscription – Visit Babbel.com/WOMED. 

GreenChef —The #1 Meal Kit for Eating Well. Go to Greenchef.com/60WOMED and use code 60WOMED to get 60% off plus free shipping 

Osea— Prep your skin for fall with clean, vegan skincare from OSEA. Get 10% off your first order sitewide with code WOMED at OSEAMalibu.com 

ZocDoc — Go to Zocdoc.com/WOMED and download the Zocdoc app for FREE. Then find and book a top rated doctor today. 

LMNT — LMNT is a tasty electrolyte drink mix that replaces vital electrolytes without sugars and dodgy ingredients found in conventional sports drinks. For a limited time, try all the flavors with a free 8-count LMNT sample pack on any purchase. Go to DrinkLMNT.com/WOMED to receive a free sample pack with any purchase! 

If you haven’t already, please follow, rate, and review the podcast, follow us on Instagram @TheWoMed and check out womedpodcast.com. Plus, give us a follow on TikTok @thewomedpodcast. Be sure to follow your hosts personally @dmmaltby and @jackiethefnp and be sure to check out @riothealers!  

WoMed Cover Art — Makeup: Annelise Carey, MUA/LME @annelisemua & Photography: Brooke Boling @honorcreative   

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.