Normalize It: Upending Silence, Stigma and Shame with Dr. Jessica Zucker

When I read Normalize It: Upending The Silence, Stigma and Shame that Shape Women’s Lives by Dr. Jessica Zucker, I knew that we needed her wisdom here on the podcast.  Dr. Jessica Zucker is an LA based clinical psychologist who, through sharing her own personal story of miscarriage and breast cancer, encourages women to own their grief, reject the shame that we’ve been conditioned to feel, and embrace our changing bodies with love.  Today on WithIn:  The miscarriage Dr. Zucker experienced that inspired her to focus her work on reproductive mental health  Dr. Zucker’s emotional journey through breast cancer treatment  The source of the shame that women feel regarding their changing bodies  How we can create a less shameful environment for our daughters  The challenge of prioritizing friendship in this middle phase of life  Dr. Zucker’s personal advice for women facing challenging life changes Connect with Dr. Zucker:  Website  Books  Join me in Well Within, a 4-week mindfulness collective for women in midlife. The journey begins Nov 9th. Save $100 with early bird registration until 11/3. Learn more here.  Come join us this March 2026 for Clarity & Connection, an intimate Women’s Retreat on the remote, tropical coast of Cambutal, Panama. Through yoga, meditation, and soulful community, you’ll reconnect with yourself and return to what truly matters. Learn more here. Follow Katy: IG: @katyrexing  Subscribe to Katy’s weekly Substack Newsletter