Tara Harding

Tara Harding

Tara Harding

Dr. Tara Harding DNP, FNP-C renowned as a doctorate family nurse practitioner and worldwide women’s health coach, Dr. Harding is an unparalleled authority in women's health, infertility, and medical gaslighting. Her unwavering passion and expertise have propelled her to the forefront of her field.

Dr. Tara has been featured in global publications such as USAToday, Buzzfeed, Today’s Parent, Rescripted, Giddy, and The Midst. You can find Tara featured on Tiktok, with over 15 million views per video discussing women’s health issues. Her Podcast Hopeful Hints has thousands of downloads and is heard all over the world.

Dr. Tara Harding is a powerful voice in women’s health, known for her resilience, humor, and authenticity. After overcoming personal and professional health challenges she turned adversity into purpose. As a speaker, author, and clinician, Dr. Tara combines clinical expertise with lived experience to empower others. She owns a private practice and offers women’s health coaching worldwide. Her engaging presence leaves audiences inspired, uplifted, and ready to take charge of their health and lives.

When she’s not speaking, Tara can be found spending time with her husband Chance, son Hayden, and golden retrievers Mya and Max where they enjoy traveling, snow skiing, boat time, and everything outdoors.

Most Requested Programs

Menopause Unmuted: Embrace the Shift, Reclaim Your Power

Let’s get one thing straight—menopause is not the end. It’s not a breakdown, a crisis, or a disappearing act. It’s a re-awakening (with a few hot flashes, mood swings, and lost car keys thrown in for good measure). In this refreshingly honest and hilarious keynote, women’s health specialist Dr. Tara demystifies menopause and flips the script on what this stage of life really means.

With more than 1.3 million women in the U.S. entering menopause each year, it’s time we stop whispering about it and start owning it—with knowledge, laughter, and yes, maybe a portable fan or two.
Through a blend of storytelling, science, and stand-up-worthy humor, attendees will:
Learn what’s actually happening in the body (spoiler: it's not just your thermostat that’s broken)

-Understand the powerful role of hormones like estrogen and progesterone in everything from mood to memory
-Discover why “the pause” is a perfect time to reset your priorities, your health, and your boundaries
-Get real tools for managing symptoms—because surviving menopause should not require a full-time job and a backup ice pack
-Walk away feeling empowered, informed, and completely re-awakened

This session is designed for women who are tired of being told to “just deal with it.” Because guess what? You’re not losing your mind—you’re gaining your power.

The Power of Pause

Prevent Burnout, Build Resilience, and Lead with Energy
In a world that rarely slows down, high-achieving professionals, caregivers, and leaders often find themselves in a cycle of constant motion—pouring into others while neglecting their own well-being. The Power of Pause is a transformative keynote that helps participants understand that slowing down is not a weakness, but a strategy for sustainable success. Through practical, evidence-based tools, attendees will learn how to prevent burnout, restore energy, and create healthier rhythms that support both their personal and professional lives. This session equips participants to advocate for their own health, set boundaries without guilt, and build resilience from within. Attendees will leave empowered to lead with clarity, vitality, and purpose—fueling not only their own growth but the success of those around them.

Key Takeaways:
-Burnout Awareness: Identify the signs and root causes of burnout in both personal and professional settings to take proactive action.
-Energy Restoration: Apply evidence-based strategies to restore energy and build sustainable, healthy routines that fuel long-term success.
-Power of Rest: Recognize the value of intentional rest as a tool to enhance clarity, creativity, and productivity.
-Boundary Setting: Develop personal boundaries that support mental and emotional well-being—without guilt or compromising performance.
-Resilience Building: Cultivate inner resilience to effectively navigate stress, uncertainty, and high-pressure environments.
-Wellness Leadership: Advocate for self-care as a core leadership strategy that enhances team effectiveness and individual longevity.
-Purpose-Driven Leadership: Leave equipped to lead with renewed clarity, vitality, and a sustainable approach to success that benefits both self and others.

Advocacy and Nonprofits

Fueling Change, Protecting the Changemaker
Nonprofit leaders and advocates are often the driving force behind meaningful change—dedicating their time, passion, and energy to advancing policies that improve lives. Yet, this important work frequently comes at the cost of their own well-being. In this session, I’ll share key lessons from my advocacy efforts at both the state and national levels, including successful campaigns supporting nurse practitioners and infertility patients. Attendees will gain a clear roadmap for how to strategically introduce, navigate, and advance legislation that leads to lasting impact. Equally important, we’ll explore the personal cost of advocacy and discuss practical, evidence-based strategies for building resilience, prioritizing self-care, and preventing burnout—because effective, long-term advocacy begins with sustaining the advocate.

Key Takeaways:
-Real-World Advocacy Insights: Hear firsthand experiences from successful state and national campaigns supporting nurse practitioners and infertility patients.
-Learn How to Drive Policy Change: Gain a step-by-step understanding of how to introduce, advocate for, and advance impactful legislation.
-Build Sustainable Advocacy Practices: Discover how to stay engaged in meaningful work without compromising your own well-being.
-Develop Personal Resilience: Walk away with practical tools to manage stress, prevent burnout, and maintain your passion for advocacy long term.
-Prioritize Self-Care as a Leader: Understand why caring for yourself is essential—not optional—for effective, lasting leadership and change-making.

Put Yourself First:How Prioritizing Your Health Transforms Everything

What Attendees Can Expect to Learn:
-How to prioritize your health without guilt—and why doing so benefits everyone around you
-How to recognize when your symptoms are being dismissed (and how to respond with confidence)
-The importance of self-advocacy in medical settings and how to prepare for appointments like a pro
-The impact of unresolved physical health issues—like hormone imbalances, fatigue, and chronic stress—on your mood, relationships, and overall quality of life
-This session is designed for women who are tired of being told to “just deal with it.” Because guess what? You’re not losing your mind—you’re gaining your power.

Dr. Tara Harding, DNP, FNP-C, delivers a powerful keynote that explores the deeply personal and systemic challenges women face within today’s healthcare system. From medical gaslighting to dismissed symptoms and delayed diagnoses, Dr. Tara unpacks why too many women are left feeling unheard, unseen, and unsure where to turn next.

In this transformative session, attendees will learn how to trust their instincts, recognize when “common” doesn’t mean “normal,” and take meaningful action when their health concerns are brushed aside. Tara shines a light on conditions that are often overlooked—like hormonal imbalances, endometriosis, thyroid disorders, and more—while empowering women with the tools to advocate for themselves in medical settings with clarity and confidence.

Most importantly, this session is a call to action: to prioritize your health not just for yourself, but so you can continue showing up fully for your family, your community, your career, and the people who rely on you. When women feel better, everything gets better.

Testimonials

Dr. Tara’s knowledge and advocacy give me hope that my daughter, should she face similar challenges, will have access to better healthcare, will be more empowered with knowledge and more choices than I did. Her work is truly paving the way for a brighter future." – Mary Harper, Rise and Thrive Event

"It’s because of professionals like Dr. Tara that I finally understand what I once believed to be normal is, in fact, not normal. I was told time and time again the only solutions for my endometriosis were to get pregnant, rely on birth control, or undergo surgery." – Deidre Hillman, You Flourish Company's Women's Goal Setting Summit

"Dr. Tara Harding's insights on women's health are game-changing. She brought incredible knowledge and energy to our event, leaving our audience inspired and informed. Truly transformative!" – Stacy Landry

"Dr. Tara Harding is a powerhouse of knowledge, authenticity, and compassion. Her keynote didn’t just educate me—it shifted the way I view my health and how I show up in my life. For the first time, I felt like someone finally understood what I had been going through and gave me the tools to speak up. Every woman needs to hear her message."
— Alison V., Bank of North Dakota Event Attendee

"Tara’s ability to blend clinical expertise with real-life experience is what makes her message so impactful. Her session was eye-opening, relatable, and empowering. I walked away not only feeling heard, but also ready to advocate for myself and encourage other women in my life to do the same. She’s changing the narrative in women’s healthcare—one voice at a time." — Emily S., North Dakota Mental Health Professional & Conference