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Nurture Herself
Welcome to Nurture Herself ✨
I’m Amanda—a midlife stepmomma, wellness advocate, and woman who is right in the middle of this wild, wonderful, sometimes confusing season of life.
For a long time, I was really good at taking care of everyone else.
But somewhere along the way, I realized I was running on empty. My energy was low, my body was changing, and I didn’t always recognize the woman looking back at me.
I knew something had to change.
I could keep pushing through and putting myself last—or I could learn how to support myself differently.
I chose me.
And that’s what Nurture Herself is all about.
This podcast is for the woman who is navigating midlife, perimenopause, changing bodies, shifting priorities, and figuring out what this next chapter looks like.
We’ll talk about energy, wellness, movement, nutrition, skin, mindset, confidence, relationships, purpose, and the messy real-life stuff that comes with becoming the next version of you.
You’ll hear honest conversations, practical tools, expert insights, personal stories, and plenty of reminders that you are not alone in this season.
Because I don’t believe midlife is about trying to get back to who you used to be.
It’s about becoming who you’re meant to be next.
You don’t need another list of things you “should” be doing.
You need support.
You need simple tools that actually fit your life.
You need women who get it.
And sometimes, you just need someone to remind you that you’re allowed to choose yourself.
So grab your coffee, your greens, or your favorite glass of something good—and come hang out with me.
Let’s laugh, learn, grow, and figure this midlife thing out together.
Because your midlife isn’t something to get through.
It’s a season to GLOW through. ✨
Episodes
201 episodes
Glowing with Jessica Burgio!
Amanda interviewed Jessica, a business coach and podcast host with over 20 years of experience in the beauty and coaching industry. Jessica shared her journey from starting in the beauty industry to becoming a successful entrepreneur, including...
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Doing today for the long run!
Amanda reflected on entering her fourth year of podcasting and shared her journey of overcoming doubts and hitting metaphorical walls in various aspects of her life, such as her podcast, job, and health. She emphasized the importance of playing...
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Getting REAL with Gaby!
Amanda interviewed menopause coach Gaby about her journey into coaching and her REAL Method program for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. Gaby shared how her own experience with competitive bikini fitness led to hormonal imb...
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Starting Year 4!
Amanda marked the start of her fourth year of podcasting and reflected on her journey, motivations, and doubts about continuing. She shared her initial reasons for starting the podcast, which included sharing her story, helping women, and creat...
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Upgrading in Perimenopause
Amanda shared a recap of her busy summer, including trips to New Orleans, Maine, and Arizona, and attending the Powerhouse Woman event with her daughters. She reflected on turning 50 and embracing her "goddess era," focusing on self-acceptance,...
Navigating Identity in perimenopause with Bekah Slider
Amanda interviewed Bekah Slider, a speaker, coach, and author who transitioned from being a pastor to embracing a more authentic life after deconstructing her faith. Bekah shared her journey of leaving Christianity in 2018 after questioning cor...
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Goddess Era
Amanda shared her decision to step into her "Goddess Era" as she turned 50, explaining that it represents a new beginning focused on self-worth, compassion, intuition, and creativity. She discussed how this era is about embracing her value and ...
August Reiki
This is a guided Reiki session focused on self-care and personal growth, using the metaphor of tending to a garden where you are prompted to visualize yourself in a garden, engaging your senses and relaxing your body. The session emphasizes the...
Being Worthy in Perimenopause with Liz Owens
Amanda interviewed Liz Owens, founder of House of Worthship, a virtual community for women focused on self-development, to discuss boundaries and mindset shifts during perimenopause. Liz shared her framework called "Notice, Ask, Act" as a tool ...
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My Biggest Lessons I Have Learned as I Turn 50!
Amanda shared her 50th birthday reflections and five key life lessons that align with her "5Gs" framework of grace, grit, gratitude, glee, and gal gangs. She discussed how she learned to focus on controlling only herself rather than trying to c...
July Reiki
Amanda conducted a Reiki session focused on reflection and planning for the next six months of life, particularly as she marked her 50th birthday. She guided participants through breathing exercises and relaxation techniques, asking them to ref...
Helping the Perimenopause Season with Christina Hathaway
This podcast episode featured Amanda interviewing Christina Hathaway for the second time, focusing on perimenopause experiences and coaching strategies. Christina shared how she was forced into early menopause due to fibroids and a hysterectomy...
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Daughter & Mother Help in Perimenopause with Randi
Amanda interviewed Randy Crawford, a certified life coach specializing in women's health and menopause who previously co-founded a public women's healthcare company in 1994 that was shut down due to the Nurses Health Study findings. Randy share...
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Getting out of my own way in Perimenopause
Amanda delivered a comprehensive talk about getting out of one's own way during perimenopause, presenting 10 key strategies to help women navigate hormonal changes and life transitions. She emphasized reframing perimenopause as an opportunity f...
Thriving in Perimenopause with ZUZU!
Zuzu, a holistic health educator and owner of a wellness retreat center in Georgia, shared her personal health transformation journey and expertise on perimenopause and menopause. She discussed her approach to reversing health issues through di...
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More Than Good Enough in Perimenopause
Amanda discussed the importance of moving beyond "good enough" to achieve true wellness and beauty, sharing her personal journey through perimenopause and how she transformed her health through Reiki, exercise, and supplements. She explained ho...
June Reiki
Amanda conducted a Reiki session focused on mid-year reflection and clearing mental clutter, guiding participants to relax and visualize removing stress and negative energy from their bodies. She led the group through deep breathing exercises a...
SOAR Season In Perimenopause: Repeat
Happy Memorial Day! I am with family today - I hope you are as well! I thought this would be a perfect time to replay, revisit, and realign with this season! Enjoy!Amanda announced the relaunch of her podcast with a new...
Emma Dunwoody: How Human deign can help in Perimenopause
Amanda interviewed Emma, a human design expert and master coach, to discuss how human design can help individuals navigate perimenopause and menopause. Emma explained that human design provides a framework for understanding one's unique energet...
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My Truths Using GLP-1 in Perimenopause
Amanda shared her personal experience using GLP-1s during perimenopause, discussing how she started with a microdose in July 2025 after extensive research. She explained how GLP-1s helped reduce inflammation and led to a healthy weight loss of ...
May Reiki
Amanda conducted a monthly Reiki session focused on spring growth and blooming, incorporating a guided meditation that helped the participant visualize their future self while appreciating their current state. The meditation involved visualizin...
Boundaries in Perimenopause
Amanda discussed the importance of setting boundaries, particularly during perimenopause when hormones fluctuate and energy is limited. She shared personal examples of establishing boundaries with family gatherings, work commitments, and friend...
Marriage & Perimenopause with Dr. Nelva Lee
Marriages can suffer during perimenopause. Dr. Nelva Lee, a former CEO of a tech school and current advocate for women's health, shared her experiences with perimenopause and offered advice on managing its challenges. She discussed her book "St...
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What Area & Vegas taught me in Perimenopause
Amanda shared her journey of becoming an Arbonne area manager, discussing how she overcame self-doubts and achieved this goal through full belief in herself and her community. She explained how the company's products, particularly Green Synergy...