HERself

by Herself
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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 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.

Recent Episodes
  • 280. Feeling Like Roommates? How to Reignite Romance & Connection with Dr. Morgan Cutlip
    Apr 7, 2025 – 52:40
  • 279. From Shame to Self-Acceptance with Dr. Zoe Shaw
    Mar 31, 2025 – 43:58
  • 278. The Keys To Healthy + Well Relationships with Dr. Thema Bryant
    Mar 24, 2025 – 49:28
  • 277. The One Thing That Could Decrease Your Marital Disagreements
    Mar 17, 2025 – 49:03
  • 276. Avoiding Burnout as Busy Moms with Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein
    Mar 10, 2025 – 52:49
  • 275. Raising Confident + Conversational Kids with Dr. Alison Wood Brooks
    Mar 3, 2025 – 56:51
  • 274. Abby + Amy: How To Feel Good in Adult Friendships
    Feb 24, 2025 – 47:57
  • 273. Keeping Our Kids Healthy This Sick Season with Dr. Kelly Fradin
    Feb 17, 2025 – 33:18
  • 272. Screen Smarts: Finding Digital Balance with Amy Blankson
    Feb 10, 2025 – 41:08
  • 271. How to Regulate Our Nervous System with Dr. Kelly Vincent
    Feb 3, 2025 – 45:51
  • 270. Amy + Abby: Looking Back at 5 Years of HERself
    Jan 27, 2025 – 01:07:56
  • 269. Healthy Sleeping Habits for a Better Quality of Life With Dr. Fiona Baker
    Jan 20, 2025 – 55:13
  • 268. Anxious Children: How We Can Better Support Them with Dr. Tammy Schamuhn
    Jan 13, 2025 – 50:29
  • 267. Feeling off? Understanding the Thyroid and How it Affects Women with Alisha Knicely
    Jan 6, 2025 – 52:56
  • 266. Amy + Abby: Sustainable Shifts We're Making to Feel Good In the New Year
    Dec 30, 2024 – 30:06
  • 265. Greatest Hits: Everything You Need To Know About Sick Season With Resilient Rascals
    Dec 23, 2024 – 38:08
  • 264. Navigating In-law Relationships and Boundaries with Abby & Amy
    Dec 16, 2024 – 51:07
  • 263. Perfectionist Tendencies and How to Overcome Them with Dr. Menije
    Dec 9, 2024 – 47:06
  • 262. Bring on the Men: How Are We Doing In Our Partnerships Now?
    Dec 2, 2024 – 58:32
  • 261. Greatest Hits: A Conversation with Erica Djossa of @momwell on the Mental Load, Navigating Transitions, and Getting Your Needs Met in Parenthood
    Nov 25, 2024 – 46:59
  • 260. Smart Money Moves for Couples with Hannah Rein
    Nov 18, 2024 – 35:33
  • 259. Simple Decluttering Tips Everyone Can Do with Abby + Amy
    Nov 11, 2024 – 39:32
  • 258. "The "One and Won" Reframe for Family Sizes with Dr. Jasmine
    Nov 4, 2024 – 39:22
  • 257. Realistic Self Care For Busy Moms: A Check-in with Amy & Abby
    Oct 28, 2024 – 36:31
  • 256. Parental Stress Matters with Dr. Cindy Hovington
    Oct 21, 2024 – 01:08:55
  • 255. Breaking Down Gut Health with Dr. Heather Finley
    Oct 14, 2024 – 44:41
  • 254. Amy and Abby Get On Air Therapy on Their Relationship Challenges with Mallory Wolfgramm
    Oct 7, 2024 – 55:16
  • 253. Dr. Devorah Heitner Answers Everything on Screentime with Children
    Sep 30, 2024 – 50:43
  • 252. Your Mindset Around Aging Gracefully with Tanya Dalton
    Sep 23, 2024 – 49:33
  • 251. Mom Guilt, Where We Are Today
    Sep 16, 2024 – 35:40
  • 250. Kate Anthony on Marriage: Should You Stay or Should You Go?
    Sep 9, 2024 – 48:13
  • 249. Greatest Hits: Clinical Psychologist Dr. Becky Kennedy on How You and Your Child Can Feel Good Inside
    Sep 2, 2024 – 58:08
  • 248. Stress: Where It Shows Up and Our Solutions For It
    Aug 26, 2024 – 41:05
  • 247. Dr. Karen Tang, GYN Debunks the Myths on Periods, Menopause, Birth Control and Women's Health
    Aug 19, 2024 – 52:30
  • 246. Picky Eaters and Simplifying Family Meals with Megan McNamee of Feeding Littles
    Aug 12, 2024 – 48:57
  • 245. Finding Fulfillment in Your Career with Career Contessa
    Aug 5, 2024 – 45:36
  • 244. How to Integrate Dogs and Kids at Home with @dogmeets_baby
    Jul 29, 2024 – 42:42
  • 243. Navigating Secondary Infertility
    Jul 22, 2024 – 31:02
  • 242. Colonics, Thyroid Changes, and Feeling Great in Your Body
    Jul 15, 2024 – 41:18
  • 241. Understanding Our Emotions Around Money with Financial Therapist Lindsay Bryan Podvin
    Jul 8, 2024 – 45:13
  • 240. Greatest Hits: Real Parenting: What to Do When the Script Doesn't Work with Claire Lerner
    Jul 1, 2024 – 55:42
  • 239. Dr. Nancy Grechko on Avoiding Burnout in Personal and Professional Caregiving
    Jun 24, 2024 – 56:37
  • 238. Friendships & Partners: How They Can Be a Positive Source of Energy
    Jun 17, 2024 – 37:01
  • 237. The Episode You Need If You Are About to Return from Maternity Leave
    Jun 10, 2024 – 31:10
  • 236. Dr. Emily Jamea on How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex
    Jun 3, 2024 – 33:46
  • 235. Greatest Hits: Dr. Morgan Cutlip on How to Love Your Kids Without Losing Yourself
    May 27, 2024 – 44:31
  • 234. How to Support a Child Through Anger with Leda Rawlins
    May 20, 2024 – 36:17
  • 233. Overwhelmed? How Adding Margin Can Improve Your Life
    May 13, 2024 – 35:53
  • 232. Dr. Danielle Bayard Jackson With the Power of Female Friendship
    May 6, 2024 – 34:42
  • 231. Simplify Your Life with Robyn Conley Downs
    Apr 29, 2024 – 42:32
Recent Reviews
  • Dr Menije
    Amy & Abby are here for real conversations!
    I had the pleasure of being a guest on this podcast, where we dove deep into the topic of perfectionism. The hosts were incredible—thoughtful, engaging, and genuinely curious. Their personal experiences with perfectionism made the conversation feel raw and vulnerable, allowing for a rich, honest exchange. We were able to share valuable tips and healthy coping skills, and it felt like a truly supportive and enlightening conversation. Highly recommend listening if you're looking for insights on navigating perfectionism!
  • KPsper
    I love this podcast
    I love this podcast and the variety of topics it covers. Amy and Abby are both so positive in the ways they approach motherhood and their relationships. It feels like a breath of fresh air when so many sources of information these days are full of complaining, fear mongering and playing up the victim role. They present tough topics with a can-do attitude and give real examples of solutions for their problems. I’ve listened every week for the last 4 years and hope this podcast continues for a very long time.
  • WakerMaker3
    The only podcast a busy mom needs
    Congratulations on 5 years! I have listened to every episode since the start and this is the only podcast I must listen to every single week! I love the two different viewpoints Amy & Abby bring to the table (and that they’re just so relatable - I feel like I’m chatting with my close friends every week) and all of the varied experts they bring on as guests. It’s never just about one topic and I’ve learned so much to support my journey through motherhood. I recommend this show to all of my friends regularly.
  • Podcast Lover For Life2
    Real, Relatable & So Encouraging
    Abby and Amy have such an honest, down-to-earth approach to topics that so many women and moms can relate to. Their conversations feel like a deep breath—full of encouragement, real talk, and helpful insights on everything from marriage and parenting to health and self-growth. Whether you’re looking for advice or just need to feel seen, this podcast is a must-listen!
  • Sarah Lindholm
    Relatable for everyone!
    Though I am not a mother myself (yet) Amy & Abby are so relatable and have very insightful and practical solutions for real world challenges. I appreciate the variety of topics / guests and look forward to their podcast each week! They also have a fun sense of humor and are kind, and engaging - they truly feel like friends when you’re listening!
  • Hannah Rein
    Wonderful hosts!
    I have loved listening to Amy and Abby interview so many amazing women. When they reached out to have me on the podcast to talk about all things couples and money, I was thrilled! They’re extremely relatable, engaging hosts. A must listen.
  • Mama 3345
    Rooting for you guys!
    Love this! So thankful for you both!
  • MissMorganLane
    Stephi Wagner, The Mother Wound Project
    Stephi Wagner is a vile bigot and political extremist who uses hate and exclusion as part of her approach to “therapy work”. Shame on this show for giving this woman a platform.
  • Bail369
    For every Mom I know!
    I have been following Amy on Instagram since before the podcast and went on the journey when they started many years ago! This podcast has walked me through some very challenging times in parenthood as my children have grown alongside Amy and Abby’s kids! I have laughed and cried through multiple episodes and look forward to a new one every week! I suggest this to every Mom☀ friend I have and especially new mom looking for guidance! These girls are both relatable and realistic parent coach look like today. Both of them different ways and tips personalities. Do yourself (and your family) a favor and listen!! Thank you, Amy and Abby for keeping it real!
  • TLV12
    Let the Conversation Flow
    This podcast would be so much better if it felt less scripted. It’s clear they’re reading everything word for word. Try making the conversation more natural between you and your guests!
  • dbhealthwellness
    Relatable and Real
    I’ve been a long time listener of the Herself podcast - before kids, during pregnancy, and now a mom of twin toddlers. Through each phase of life Amy and Abby are so relatable and provide great information, advice, and joy. They both have completely different personalities so I always find myself relating to one of them! Love this podcast!
  • Jaaclynn
    BEST podcast!
    I love listing to Amy and Abby! My top podcast and the only one I regularly listen to. I love the real life topics and appreciate their vulnerability and talking about topics many us women go through.
  • Laurenharbin
    My new mom friends!
    The best podcast to listen to while doing some of my everyday mom tasks- laundry, cooking, cleaning, and driving. Amy and Abby make women feel less alone/seen in the complexity that is motherhood.
  • GooseGoose13
    Relatable and Informative
    Great podcast to entertain myself while I walk, and I always learn something from it too. Great topics I can always relate to.
  • J. Teves
    Thoughtful and tactical
    Abby and Amy’s mission to empower women (and moms) is clear. Their topics are relevant, and their guests span different industries and specialties, which is a gift to their listeners. I also love their authenticity, I’ve had the privilege to meet them personally and they are the real deal. Thank you for all you do!
  • _lexmex_
    Life Changing
    Started listening to this podcast when they first started during the Pandemic and I haven’t missed an episode yet! My second child was born just a few weeks before the world shut down and at a time when I felt isolated and disconnected, listening to Abby & Amy every week made me feel like I belonged to a community of like-minded women. Listening to them and their guests empowered me to take charge in my life and my motherhood journey. It’s encouraging to see their success and how they’ve been able to use their platform to help other women start their own businesses (hello Pursuing her Purpose with Kat)! You ladies are amazing, thank you!
  • Cynthia Kitchen
    Love it.
    I just started truly listening to the HERself podcast but I’ve been following Amy and Abby on social media for a long long time and I’ve always loved their posts and advice! Now being able to listen to this podcast, it’s been a daily thing for me! Thank you ladies for always giving the best advice, honestly and open!
  • TheHomeTherapist
    Love their Energy!
    I love listening to Abby and Amy’s well rounded topics that are oh so relatable. Their camaraderie is fun and engaging. Most of all I get so many helpful tidbits each time I listen. Oh and it was fun to be on as a guest too!
  • Marisa Hohaia
    One of my faves!
    From deep conversations on life, to helpful tips for business owners, HERself is the ultimate podcast for any growth-oriented woman looking for a community, a good laugh, or helpful motivation.
  • StevieFord1
    The mom friends who need in your corner!
    I have been a listener since Episode 1 and I can say without a doubt The Herself podcast is one of my absolute favorites! As a mom of two and entrepreneur, life is FULL and I don’t have a lot of extra time to listen to all the podcasts that I’d like. Abby and Amy are fun, relatable, and get right to the big questions with their guests. I often end up sharing episodes with friends before I’ve even finished because the conversations are just that good with such amazing guests!
  • kelly_88
    Refreshing & Inspiring
    Abby & Amy are AMAZING! They are so relatable, engaging and have created a supportive space. Abby & Amy encourage focusing on the present, focusing on ourselves. Soul-seekers…. This podcast is for you! The hosts share words of wisdom that inspire you to tap into your core being, trust yourself and stand in your power.
  • Kellyannec
    Perfectly Conveyed Feelings and Relatable Stories!
    These women have a way of sharing their own experiences and bringing other women’s stories to light in a way that really makes you feel less alone as a wife, a mom and a woman trying to navigate adulthood in every facet. I listen while I’m doing chores or out pushing a stroller and no matter what I’m doing I always stop and find something positive to take away from each episode. Thank you Abby & Amy!
  • RIcorpmomma
    My favorite listen and coaching as a working mom and wife!
    This is my only MUST listen every week!! Abby and Amy are such relatable moms that are bringing relevant content to our ears each week. The podcast is a great mix of their experience along with those of experts that come in. It always feels like the content is hitting me at just the right time as I face different challenges and experiences as a wife, friend, daughter and working mom. Once you start listening, you’ll want to binge listen to a lot of the content from the last 3 years! Thank you Abby and Amy for being a source for so many women!
  • SFBayMama
    Helping moms on their way to becoming
    An empowering listen. Amy and Abby truly hit the nail on the head! Their authenticity and vulnerability create a resonating message that every woman's journey is unique and valid. A poignant reminder to choose, embrace, and celebrate life on our own terms. Every episode is a step towards understanding and embracing HERself. Brilliant!
  • hnnhrhdr
    A great show!!
    Relatable and useful
  • Saraaamb
    Phenomenal
    Great listen, I’m a new mama and find this helpful! Also love they are also from Wisconsin!
  • EJBIA
    Thank you HERself!
    This podcast has made me feel “seen” as a mother. I love the interviews & also love the discussion of all different topics. Thank you ladies! ❤️
  • Kayla Brun
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Ames & Abby crush it. Topics are relatable and helpful. Great duo!
  • Kaili Z
    Loving it!
    I'm a newer listener but have been absolutely loving all of the episodes and range of topics covered! I've especially enjoyed the episode recently on simplifying routines for families - I've been really digging into this and it was super helpful!
  • FLnativeboymom
    So torn
    I’ve been listening to HERself since the very first episode and for the most part I’ve enjoyed it. However, lately I just feel like I’m hearing the same message over and over and over again. Mental load, resentment, and challenges of gentle parenting. Maybe that is the goal, in which case, great! I’m just finding myself less interested because it feels like I’m not learning anything new. Also, sometimes I feel like it makes me look for problems in my marriage that actually aren’t there. Like, I’ll feel in a really good place with my husband (or “partner” as always said for some reason), and after listening I’ll find myself more critical or unhappy with him because there’s an undertone of “things aren’t fair for us women” that runs throughout most episodes. But hey, maybe I’m not the target audience and that’s fine! I’m sure many who already are feeling unseen benefit greatly from these messages. I personally would love to see some progression from the same topics and more growth.
  • Christinahoward210
    Valuable information & great to the point interviews!
    I’ve been listening to the Herself podcast for a year now and following Ame and Abbie on Instagram and have learned so much! I love how their podcast episodes get right to the point and don’t waste any time. The topics they discuss and experts they interview, have greatly helped me in my motherhood journey and also health journey. Thank you so much Ame and Abby for the valuable information and for being so genuine on Instagram!
  • R4bz2
    So helpful
    This is a great podcast that has helped me navigate a lot of tricky parenting situations. It has also introduced topics that hadn’t come up for our family yet and I now feel prepared for some of those things. Highly recommend!!!
  • Part of my ‘village’
    My Monday Routine/part of my ‘village’
    I have been a Herself listener from the beginning and Patreon member as soon as it was available. LOVE the space Amy and Abby have created. I look forward to listening every Monday morning and appreciate the topics they fearlessly tackle. My partner has listened to several of the episodes I have shared with him as well, which has helped up our parenting strategies and couple goals. Thank you Abby and Amy!
  • Herself Follower
    High-Quality Resource for Women, Men, and Parents
    This podcast is truly the best. It covers relatable topics for women, men, and parents.
  • Michellewyn
    The best
    I have learned so much from this podcast! Great ideas and perspectives on how to figure out life, motherhood, and relationships. Thank you!
  • jmeradith
    Very relatable!
    Love this! All of Amy and Abby’s conversations are extremely relatable. If you are a parent, wife, or even just a person, it is worth a listen! They provide a good balance of experts providing insights or just the two of them talking to their audience like they are talking to a friend. Thanks for putting this out there!
  • Kkpatterson686
    Best mom podcast!
    I’m so thankful I found Herself podcast during this time in my motherhood journey! They always make me feel they are drinking coffee with me in the mornings while I listen! Mondays are my new favorite day when a new episode comes out!
  • CrackTetBonjour
    Household staple!
    So grateful to my friend for sending this podcast my way right before I became a mom! Amy and Abby cover such a relevant range of topics for women, mothers, and family units. I’m so appreciative for the rich conversations with my husband, friends, and therapist that have come out of them! Y’all give me a reason to look forward to Monday laundry folding 😝
  • fonts keyboard is awsome!
    So good!
    Love Abby
  • Nicole LaChapelle
    Great podcast!
    I have been listening to this podcast since day one, and I’ve never disappointed. The topics are super useful with lots of tangible takeaways, and Amy and Abby are very fun/easy to listen to, and personable! Highly recommend!
  • bri152019
    LOVE them
    Abby and Amy do such an amazing job touching on topics that are so beyond relatable that most people don’t address or talk about. These podcasts have helped give me different perspectives and also validated me in so many ways. So thankful to have found them!
  • rachellgreenburg
    Relatable and empowering
    This podcast has been such a great source of inspiration, joy, encouragement, and laughter. Having Abby and Amy talk on this podcast is like having two friends to chat with. And the experts they bring on have been so fantastic — from parenthood to relationships, and everything in between.
  • Experience Motherhood
    A must listen!
    Amy and Abby speak to every woman in many seasons. They are vulnerable and open about personal experiences as well as invite guests on with loads of knowledge. It’s so exciting every Monday to see a new episode released!
  • NEPAmom
    Love these two!
    I am a big Amy and Abby fan. Their transparency and holistic approach to motherhood, career and parenting is so refreshing. I just listened to the episode with Dr. Becky (147) and wow, there were so many tangible takeaways, I’ll listen again to write some notes.
  • Ashley Causey
    My go to podcast
    Herself has been so influential in my motherhood journey. The hosts are honest and vulnerable in the day to day struggles that often go unmentioned. They have such knowledgeable guests touching on a variety of topics. My favorite episode was on overstimulation in motherhood. As a pediatric speech language pathologist, I am constantly sharing with the mothers I work with too! Thank you for all you do.
  • Jen H R
    Fantastic podcast!
    The episode with Dr Morgan Cutlip gave me so many new ideas on how to better understand myself and others. Im learning how not to take things so personally and this episode provides a great framework for that. Thank you!
  • Foxaaaayy
    So encouraging and empowering!
    This podcast is one of the best. Abby and Amy are so personable, vulnerable, real, kind, encouraging, empowering, and edifying. I have learned so much from them and my life has been impacted so much by the content they share. Things are completely different/better for me in motherhood and relationships because of this podcast and Amy and Abby’s stories, ideas and tips. I am so grateful I found them and look forward to each new week!
  • kethomas2014
    Love this podcast
    This podcast is so relateable. Abby and Amy have made a safe space for all feelings. They show the hood and bad, the ups and downs, and how we learn as mothers and women going through life. Can’t recommend this podcast more, thank you Abby and Amy!
  • Janelstoneman
    MUST LISTEN!
    I found this gem in 2020. Abby and Amy are so relatable. This podcast has helped me bring 2 kids into the world and navigate all that goes with that including therapy to help my PPA/PPD. My love for myself, my family, and communication in my marriage has improved from the many amazing guests they have one. It’s my go to on Monday’s and it’s such a great start to my week. Love these ladies!
  • Hiltpkkt
    Love Amy and Abby!
    This podcast is nearly as good as therapy. The quality of guests is incredible. A great variety of all topics motherhood. Love it.
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