Mama Needs A Moment HER Health Collective

Our MOM CHAT episodes are something special! For this chat, we are joined by two of our cherished HER Circle members Barbara (a registered drama therapist) and Sarah (a high school art teacher). We discuss the topic of creativity in both adults and children. The conversation centered around the challenges of losing creativity in adulthood and the importance of fostering creativity in children.

What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There’s something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. In this episode and once a month going forward, we will be joined by some of our HER Circle members (HER Circle is the mom community created by HER Health Collective) for special episodes called, Mom Chats.


Why adult creativity declines with age and parenthood.


Creativity and its various forms, including jamming out to music, laying in fields, and spending time with kids.


Embracing creativity, letting go of perfectionism, and fostering a growth mindset in art classes. 


Incorporating creativity into daily life through various activities.


Creativity boosters for busy parents, including art kits, music, and nature.


Embracing creativity and play for children, with tips for parents to encourage imagination and reduce stress.


Creative ways to display children's artwork in the home.





 

Episode Notes and Resources:

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



Action Items:

[ ] Look for adult art/craft kits to make creativity easy

[ ] Prioritize play and creativity over chores by making memories

[ ] Consider creative storage solutions for children's art like photos, framing, magnet walls

[ ] Reconnect with your own creativity by remembering childhood activities



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We are sharing the second part of our conversation with Ruth Klein who has an impressive list of accomplishments. She is an author and founder of the nonprofit Universal Mom, which aims to help children and teens uncover their talents through the art of writing. Ruth has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis on Health, Consciousness and Healing. She is passionate about helping youth reach their full potential by believing in themselves.



Prior to starting Universal Mom, Ruth led the nonprofit Self Esteem Council for 22 years, which focused on going into high schools to work with sophomores and juniors to help them change their perceptions of their lives and increase their self-esteem & confidence. Ruth is the author of 7 best-selling books. Her eighth and most recent book is titled “Conscious Connection.” 



In the second part of our discussion with Ruth, we talk to her about: 




Parenting, connection, and legacy - the invisible thread.


Empowering children through valuing their gifts and talents, and role modeling charitable behavior.


The importance of sharing stories and listening to your children without negating their viewpoint.


Identifying and utilizing learning styles, particularly kinesthetic, auditory, and visual, for personal growth and entrepreneurship.


Anxiety in kids and teens, with tips for parents and mentors.


Parenting, relationships, and legacy with a focus on building connections with children.







 

Episode Notes and Resources:

Enjoy a complimentary parenting discovery session with Ruth!  You can book an appointment using this link:

https://calendly.com/ruthklein/chat-with-ruth-30-min

Universal Mom - ​​https://universalmom.org/

Ruth Klein - https://ruthklein.com/

Ruth’s Books - https://ruthklein.com/books/

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

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Ruth Klein has an impressive list of accomplishments. She is an author and founder of the nonprofit Universal Mom, which aims to help children and teens uncover their talents through the art of writing. Ruth has a Master’s Degree in Clinical Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Spiritual Psychology with an emphasis on Health, Consciousness and Healing. She is passionate about helping youth reach their full potential by believing in themselves.



Prior to starting Universal Mom, Ruth led the nonprofit Self Esteem Council for 22 years, which focused on going into high schools to work with sophomores and juniors to help them change their perceptions of their lives and increase their self-esteem & confidence. Ruth is the author of 7 best-selling books and her most recent book is titled “Conscious Connection.” 



In the first part of our discussion with Ruth, we talk to her about: 




Self-esteem, confidence, and legacy with a nonprofit founder.


Parenting, intention-setting, and perception.


Parenting and self-esteem.


Helping teens with anxiety through conscious connection and setting healthy boundaries.


Parenting, self-care, and role modeling for moms.





 

Episode Notes and Resources:

Enjoy a complimentary parenting discovery session with Ruth!  You can book an appointment using this link:

https://calendly.com/ruthklein/chat-with-ruth-30-min



Universal Mom - ​​https://universalmom.org/

Ruth Klein - https://ruthklein.com/



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

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In this Mom Chat episode, we are joined by two of our cherished HER Circle members Lindsay and Kandria. We discussed the topic of neurodiversity in adults and being a partner to a person with neurodiversity.



What if moms recorded their conversations when they got together? There’s something wonderful about having casual conversations on a specific topic when out to dinner, having coffee, drinking wine or on a walk with other moms. We wanted to capture these conversations and share them with you. In this episode and once a month going forward, we will be joined by some of our HER Circle members (HER Circle is the mom community created by HER Health Collective) for special episodes called, Mom Chats.




Neurodiversity in adults, including personal experiences and challenges.


ADHD diagnosis and coping strategies in women. 


ADHD and anxiety experiences, including sensory overload, overthinking, and triggers.


Navigating life with neurodivergent partners.


Neurodiversity, ADHD, and support within relationships.


ADHD, shame, and parenting.


ADHD diagnosis and shame in boys and girls, with a focus on gender differences and overlap with other diagnoses.





 

Episode Notes and Resources:

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



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In this episode, Sakina shared her experiences and insights on overcoming barriers to midwife reimbursement and delivering transformative care. She emphasized the importance of personalized mentorship, cultural responsiveness, and dismantling structures of oppression in maternal health care. We also discussed the challenges of accessing midwife care in the US, particularly in North Carolina, and argued for an integrated system that respects midwives and provides equal reimbursement rates to fix the US healthcare system.



Sakina O’Uhuru is a dedicated midwife with over 30 years of experience in the field of midwifery. She has an unwavering commitment to birth justice and believes in improving and enhancing the lives of women whose voices often go unheard, particularly within marginalized communities. Sakina is a published author and founder of the non -profit called “A Women’s Way” which is a community-based organization whose mission is to offer women, people, families, health information and training, aimed at improving both Infant and Maternal health within African American Communities. She offers personalized mentorship for aspiring midwives who are looking to take their skills and practice to the next level through her “A Wombman’s Way Warrior Midwife Training.”

Today’s episode includes a discussion of the following topics:


Barriers to midwifery care and their impact on maternal mortality.


Midwife care costs, insurance coverage, and ideal healthcare system.


Midwife reimbursement and legal requirements in New York and other states.


Challenges faced by midwives, including control and politics, and the importance of empathy and humility in their work. 


Midwifery challenges, overcoming obstacles, and cultural sensitivity.



Episode Notes and Resources:

https://www.gentlespiritbirth.com/

https://www.awombmanswaywarriormidwifetraining.com/

A Journey to Birth (Sakina’s book) 



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Sakina O’Uhuru is a dedicated midwife with over 30 years of experience in the field of midwifery. She has an unwavering commitment to birth justice and believes in improving and enhancing the lives of women whose voices often go unheard, particularly within marginalized communities. Sakina is a published author and founder of the non -profit called “A Women’s Way” which is a community-based organization whose mission is to offer women, people, families, health information and training, aimed at improving both Infant and Maternal health within African American Communities. She offers personalized mentorship for aspiring midwives who are looking to take their skills and practice to the next level through her “A Wombman’s Way Warrior Midwife Training.”



In this episode with Sakina, we discuss how midwifery and specifically homebirth are promising answers towards a future where women receive culturally responsive care. Sakina shares the US states where midwifery has less stringent controls and is more universally used.



Today’s episode includes a discussion of the following topics:


Midwifery and birth justice with Sakina.


Midwifery, purpose, and spirituality.


Midwifery, home birth, and combating stigma.


Midwifery licensure and practice in the US.





Episode Notes and Resources:

https://www.gentlespiritbirth.com/

https://www.awombmanswaywarriormidwifetraining.com/

A Journey to Birth (Sakina’s book) 



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