A Journey to Whole Woman Health

Jamie Erwin, MD & Mary Kathryn Nader, PhD/LPC
  • 5.0 (14)
  • MEDICINE

A Journey to Whole Woman Health is a podcast for women of all ages who want to care for their bodies, minds, and souls with wisdom, courage, and confidence. Hosted by Dr. Jamie Erwin, board-certified OB/GYN and women’s health expert, and Dr. Mary Kathryn Nader, Licensed Professional Counselor with a doctorate in counseling specializing in women’s mental health, this podcast brings together medical science, emotional insight, and faith-centered encouragement. Each episode explores the real issues women face across every season of life—hormones, mental health, fertility, pregnancy, loss and grief, work-life balance, fitness, nutrition, relationships, identity, and spiritual growth. Through honest conversations, evidence-based education, and deeply relatable stories, Dr. Erwin and Dr. Nader help women feel informed, seen, and supported. This is a space where expertise meets authenticity, where science meets soul, and where women are reminded they are not broken—they are becoming whole. Our mission is simple: To educate, empower, and encourage women to pursue whole-woman health with clarity, compassion, and faith. Whether you’re navigating young adulthood, motherhood, midlife, or reinvention, this podcast is your companion on the journey.

Episodes

  1. 2D AGO

    Episode 6: Compassion Fatigue- When Caring for Everyone Starts Costing You

    Send a text If you’ve ever felt emotionally exhausted, overwhelmed by everyone else’s needs, or like you simply have nothing left to give, you may be experiencing compassion fatigue. In this episode of A Journey to Whole Woman Health, Dr. Jamie Erwin and Dr. Mary Kathryn Nader discuss the hidden cost of caregiving and why so many women feel emotionally overspent. Compassion fatigue is different from burnout. While burnout is often related to workload and bureaucracy, compassion fatigue comes from caring deeply for others and witnessing their suffering over time. It is especially common among women and those in caregiving roles such as healthcare providers, therapists, teachers, pastors, and mothers. Dr. Nader shares insights from her doctoral research on compassion fatigue and explains the difference between self-oriented empathy and others-oriented empathy—a shift that can help caregivers continue to serve others without becoming emotionally depleted themselves. Together, Jamie and Mary Kathryn discuss the signs of compassion fatigue, why it happens, and practical ways to recharge physically, emotionally, and spiritually. If you are someone who spends your life helping others, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: • What compassion fatigue is and how it differs from burnout  • Why women are especially vulnerable to compassion fatigue  • Emotional, physical, and spiritual warning signs to watch for  • The difference between empathy and sympathy  • Why “putting yourself in someone else’s shoes” can sometimes make things worse  • How defining your role can protect your emotional energy  • Practical rituals to help transition in and out of caregiving spaces  • Why hobbies, friendships, and rest are essential for caregivers

    36 min

  2. MAR 4

    Episode 5: You’re Not Crazy. You’re in Perimenopause.

    Send a text Perimenopause isn’t a diagnosis. It’s not a disease. And you’re not “losing it.” It’s a hormonal transition — and most women are completely unprepared for it. In this episode, we break down: What perimenopause actually is (and what it’s not)Why your labs can be “normal” but you feel anything butThe brain-hormone connection no one explainsMood shifts, sleep disruption, anxiety, hair shedding, and cycle chaosWhen to consider hormone therapy — and when not toLifestyle foundations that truly move the needleThis is not fear-based medicine.  This is physiology.  This is empowerment. If you’ve ever thought: “Why do I feel like a different person?”“Why didn’t anyone warn us about this?”This episode is for you. In This Episode We Discuss: • The hormonal rollercoaster of fluctuating estrogen  • How progesterone changes impact sleep and anxiety  • The myth of the “normal lab test”  • How perimenopause affects high-performing women  • Exercise, muscle mass, and metabolic shifts  • Hair shedding and cortisol  • When symptoms are a signal — not a weakness  • How to advocate for yourself in the medical system

    52 min

  3. FEB 25

    Episode 4: Perfectionism: How It Holds Us Back and How to Break Free

    Send a text Perfectionism often disguises itself as high standards, productivity, or success — but underneath, it can drive anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt. In this episode, we explore how perfectionism shows up in women’s lives, why it’s so common, and how it impacts mental health, relationships, and self-worth. We talk about: The difference between healthy ambition and perfectionismWhy perfectionism often develops as a coping strategyPractical ways to loosen its grip and move toward self-compassionIf you’re tired of feeling like you’re never doing enough — this conversation is for you.

    37 min

  4. FEB 18

    Episode 3: Finding the Right OB-GYN: Advocating for Yourself in Women’s Health Care

    Send a text Too many women leave medical appointments feeling unheard, rushed, or dismissed — especially in obgyn care. In this episode, we talk about how to find the right OB-GYN and what a truly supportive patient-provider relationship should look like.  This episode is about empowering women to expect — and demand — better care.

    39 min

  5. FEB 18

    Episode 2: Finding the Right Therapist: What to Look For, What to Avoid, and When to Move On

    Send a text Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming — especially when you don’t know what “good therapy” is supposed to feel like. In this episode, we break down how to find the right therapist for you. We talk about different credentials, red flags to watch for, as well as how to know if therapy is actually helping. We also discuss: How to advocate for yourself in therapyWhy it’s okay to switch therapistsWhat progress really looks like in mental health careWhether you’re starting therapy for the first time or wondering if your current therapist is the right fit, this episode will help you approach the process with clarity and confidence.

    39 min

  6. FEB 18

    Episode 1: Welcome to A Journey to Whole Woman Health

    Send a text Welcome to A Journey to Whole Woman Health— a podcast about women’s health, mental well-being, and learning how to care for ourselves with clarity, confidence, and compassion. In this introductory episode, we share why this podcast exists, who it’s for, and what you can expect in the episodes ahead. We talk about the gap many women feel between medical care and mental health support — and why addressing both is essential for true wellness. This is a space for evidence-based medicine, honest conversations, and practical guidance for women navigating pregnancy, midlife, motherhood, career, relationships, and change. If you’ve ever felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn with your health — you’re in the right place.

    29 min
  • 6 Episodes

5
out of 5
14 Ratings

About

A Journey to Whole Woman Health is a podcast for women of all ages who want to care for their bodies, minds, and souls with wisdom, courage, and confidence. Hosted by Dr. Jamie Erwin, board-certified OB/GYN and women’s health expert, and Dr. Mary Kathryn Nader, Licensed Professional Counselor with a doctorate in counseling specializing in women’s mental health, this podcast brings together medical science, emotional insight, and faith-centered encouragement. Each episode explores the real issues women face across every season of life—hormones, mental health, fertility, pregnancy, loss and grief, work-life balance, fitness, nutrition, relationships, identity, and spiritual growth. Through honest conversations, evidence-based education, and deeply relatable stories, Dr. Erwin and Dr. Nader help women feel informed, seen, and supported. This is a space where expertise meets authenticity, where science meets soul, and where women are reminded they are not broken—they are becoming whole. Our mission is simple: To educate, empower, and encourage women to pursue whole-woman health with clarity, compassion, and faith. Whether you’re navigating young adulthood, motherhood, midlife, or reinvention, this podcast is your companion on the journey.

Information

  • Creator
    Jamie Erwin, MD & Mary Kathryn Nader, PhD/LPC
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 A Journey to Whole Woman Health
  • Show Website
    A Journey to Whole Woman Health

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