Balancing Act

Season Reflection: Honoring the Stories, Building the Community

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1713688/open_sms] In the season finale of and thats oook, Omar and Katy take a heartfelt look back at the journey this season has been highlighting the moments that moved them, the lessons that lingered, and the connections that deepened along the way. From self-care and cultural awareness to identity and inclusive health, each episode has been a piece of something bigger: building a space where real conversations can unfold. They extend a deep thank you to every guest and co-host who brought their truth to the mic Nickie, Lena, Cach, Kelly, Elizabeth, and Becca as well as to everyone who bravely shared their story. Most of all, thank you to you, our listeners. This community is growing because of you, and we want to know: what do you want more of next season? You’re not in this alone and we’re honored to keep growing with you. Disclaimer: and thats oook is a podcast dedicated to conversation, connection, and community—not clinical care. The stories, insights, and suggestions shared by hosts, guests, and community members are meant to support personal well-being and spark reflection, not to diagnose or replace the care of a primary care provider, doctor, or licensed therapist. We believe in the power of shared experience, but we also recognize the importance of professional support. If you are in need of deeper help or more personalized care, we encourage you to reach out to a qualified healthcare provider or mental health professional. Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for helping us build a compassionate, healing community one conversation at a time.

Beyond the Box: Non-Traditional Relationships & Health for Women

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1713688/open_sms] In this episode of and thats oook, Katy and Omar connect with special guest hosts Elizabeth and Becca to expand the conversation around women’s health—centering voices and experiences often left out. Together, they dive into what health and wellness look like for those in non-traditional relationships, and for non-binary and queer women navigating a system that often isn’t built with them in mind. From healthcare blind spots to stories of self-advocacy and meaningful connection, this episode is a powerful continuation of our season-wide focus on women’s health. Because care should be inclusive, affirming, and rooted in real-life experience. Disclaimer: and thats oook is a podcast dedicated to conversation, connection, and community—not clinical care. The stories, insights, and suggestions shared by hosts, guests, and community members are meant to support personal well-being and spark reflection, not to diagnose or replace the care of a primary care provider, doctor, or licensed therapist. We believe in the power of shared experience, but we also recognize the importance of professional support. If you are in need of deeper help or more personalized care, we encourage you to reach out to a qualified healthcare provider or mental health professional. Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for helping us build a compassionate, healing community one conversation at a time.

Women’s Health for Women of Color: Safety, Strength & Self-Care

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1713688/open_sms] This week on and thats oook, Cach joins Omar and Katy for a powerful conversation on women’s health for women of color. Together, they explore how cultural awareness, safety, and fitness shape the journey to feeling seen, supported, and strong. It’s real talk, rooted in lived experience perfect for anyone ready to rethink self-care and redefine what wellness can look like. Disclaimer: and thats oook is a podcast dedicated to conversation, connection, and community—not clinical care. The stories, insights, and suggestions shared by hosts, guests, and community members are meant to support personal well-being and spark reflection, not to diagnose or replace the care of a primary care provider, doctor, or licensed therapist. We believe in the power of shared experience, but we also recognize the importance of professional support. If you are in need of deeper help or more personalized care, we encourage you to reach out to a qualified healthcare provider or mental health professional. Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for helping us build a compassionate, healing community one conversation at a time.

Nickie’s Journey: Menopause, Midlife, and Mental Health

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1713688/open_sms] Season of Renewal | Women’s Health in Focus Building on the momentum of the previous episode, Balancing Act, we’re stepping into the next layer of that ever-evolving juggle with Nickie Haine. A Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Houston, Texas, Nickie wears many hats: therapist, wife, mom of three boys, and at 51, a woman in the thick of menopause. In her private practice, she works with women navigating that same midlife swirl—kids heading to college, aging parents, shifting relationships, and the internal reckoning that often hits when life refuses to slow down. Despite her clinical expertise, Nickie doesn’t sugarcoat it this season has turned her inside out. And that’s exactly why she’s here. In this episode, she brings truth, heart, and a whole lot of lived experience to a conversation we need to have more often. Because the balancing act doesn’t stop, it just changes. And the more we say it out loud, the less alone we all feel.  This episode is part of our journeys series personal, story-driven episodes that highlight real people sharing their lived experiences in connection to our season theme, Women’s Health in Focus.  🎧 This is Nickie, and this is her journey. #MidlifeMentalHealth #MenopauseMatters #WomenHelpingWomen #NormalizeTheChange #andthatsoookjourneys

Balancing Act

Send a text [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1713688/open_sms] Hosts: Katy, Kelly, and Omar Podcast: and thats oook In this episode, we dive deep into the unique pressure cooker stage of life where women are expected to have it all figured out—career, relationships, home, identity—and somehow keep all the plates spinning. Katy, Kelly, and Omar explore what it means to be in that post-college phase where you're no longer just finding your way—you're living it. You're the role model now. You’re navigating a career path, maintaining meaningful relationships, and building a strong sense of self, all while trying to stay grounded. We talk about:  💼 Balancing a growing career with personal fulfillment  🏠 Managing expectations at home and with loved ones  🧠 The mental and emotional toll of being "the strong one"  ✨ Strategies to prioritize self-care without guilt This episode is for anyone feeling the weight of being everything to everyone—and trying to stay whole while doing it. Disclaimer: and thats oook is a podcast dedicated to conversation, connection, and community—not clinical care. The stories, insights, and suggestions shared by hosts, guests, and community members are meant to support personal well-being and spark reflection, not to diagnose or replace the care of a primary care provider, doctor, or licensed therapist. We believe in the power of shared experience, but we also recognize the importance of professional support. If you are in need of deeper help or more personalized care, we encourage you to reach out to a qualified healthcare provider or mental health professional. Thank you for listening, for sharing, and for helping us build a compassionate, healing community—one conversation at a time.