In today's episode we're joined by Sara Stone, a Holistic Couples Counsellor & Intimacy Coach. Sara talks us through all things intimacy after becoming a mother, including why our libido changes, how we can have conversations around desire with our partners and how to navigate always feeling touched out (especially during the first 12 months of parenthood). We love that Sara sheds light on topics generally considered "taboo", and brings a healthy dose of reality and humour to our chat.
If you want to connect with Sara, you can follow her on Instagram @the.sara.stone, or head to the below link for more options:
| https://linktr.ee/the.sara.stone
In today's episode we're joined by the incredible Mandy from Raise Toddlers. Mandy is a child development and early parenting specialist, who has over ten years experience working with families and toddlers across a range of settings. In this chat, we pick Mandy's brain on the controversial topic of screentime, and how we can navigate this as toddler parents.
Mandy shares helpful tips, tricks and insights on how to approach screentime decisions, and shares how you can do your own screen reset.
You can connect with Mandy at her Instagram @raisetoddlers, or via her website https://raisetoddlers.com.au/
In today’s episode, we chat with Alex Gleeson from a company called Strong by Alex. She is an exercise physiologist with 10+ years of experience training pre and postnatal Mummas.
She is the creator of an incredible guide that steps she through a week by week program tailored to suit your growing bump. It was created to support you to feel more confident in moving your body, even on those difficult stages of your pregnancy.
| @strongbyalex
| www.strongbyalex.com.au
Today we meet Michelle, a mama and Human design coach and guide. Michelle helps us to gain an understanding of the human design types and how these can relate to our parenting styles. We discuss what our human design means for ourselves, our children, our partners and so much more. If you'd like to connect with Michelle and learn your own human design, visit the below website:
@michelleanderson.co www.michelleanderson.co
Today we chat to the amazing Mel from Nourishing Mama and Mini about how to support your gut health.
We dive into what specific things we can do, what foods are best to consume and whether taking pre and probiotics are really necessary (spoiler alert: the gummies in the supermarket are mostly sugar). Claire also spills the tea on her first night out since having baby Luca, and Alannah shares how her postnatal hormones are a pain in the butt (and head).
For more of Mel's wisdom you can follow her at @nourishing.mama.and.mini
In today's episode we have an informative (and surprisingly emotional) chat with the incredible Antoneth from The Newborn Nest. Antoneth is a mummy of two boys and registered midwife, who is so passionate about early parenting and newborn education. She shares what to expect in the first minutes, hours, days and weeks of having a newborn, and walks us through the many considerations and decisions parents must make.
You can connect with Antoneth on her Instagram @the.newbornnest and download her free guide to navigating the first 24 hours of parenthood.
In today’s pod we interview the extremely kind and very qualified Emma from Empower Matresence. Emma helps us to explore the topic of birth trauma, and how this looks different for every birth mother (and support person(s)). We love the non-judgemental approach Emma takes in birth debriefing and hope all listeners can take away something from this important episode. Want to connect with Emma? You can find her at
| www.empowermatresence.com @empowermatresence
Today we chat with Cass from Nourishy, a revolutionary company which makes it possible to preserve the nutritional benefits of breast milk for an extended period by freeze drying Mum's freezer stash into powder form.
If you are looking to go ahead with this service you can drop the milk in if you are located in Brisbane or they have a courier service. You can find all of the information on their website below.
| https://nourishy.com.au/
@nourishy.com.au
In today's bonus episode, Claire and Alannah discuss some of our favourite places to take our little one's on a day out.
We know getting out of the house can be stressful and sometimes you can be stuck on idea's of where to go, so today we give you some amazing idea's that are suitable for babies and toddlers.
Know an amazing local place you'd love to share? Jump in our DM's on IG @eatplaysleeppodcast so we can share the local love!
Ever feel like you need a holiday from your holiday? Yep, us too. In today’s episode we discuss Claire’s recent trip to Japan with her 9 month old and 3 year old. We talk all things preparing and packing, plane trips, food, routines, managing expectations and so much more.
Here is the link for the black out cover which was used to black out both the plane bassinet and the portable travel cot.
https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0B8G6P28R?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details
In today's episode we're joined by the amazing Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson - a mumma of two, children's book author and self-confessed lover of food.
Tara is incredibly vulnerable in sharing her experiences during pregnancy and postpartum, including her struggles with mental health and body image. We discuss how childhood comments related to appearance can shape our beliefs about ourselves (even when well intentioned).
Tara brings so much light to these topics and helps to reduce the stigma around such important issues. We hope you love this chat!
Shop Tara's book here: The Adventures of Willy and his Sunburnt Bum! Children's book
Welcome (back) to part two of a much-requested episode!
Today we're joined by the incredible Lisa from Nourishing Moments, a mummy of 3 (soon to be 4!), and certified baby nutrition consultant. Lisa is an expert at supporting parents with all things nutrition, and provides support for 0-2 year olds. She takes the overwhelm and confusion out of starting solids, and brings clarity and confidence to new parents.
Together with Lisa, we discuss...
| Iron-rich baby foods
| How and when to introduce allergens
| Pouch foods... are they created equal?
| Other tips and tricks to make starting solids a breeze
Want to connect with Lisa?
You can find her at @nourishing.moments, where you can book a free discovery call with her.
| @nourishing.moments
| @eatplaysleeppodcast
| www.epsleep.com.au
Welcome to part one of a much-requested episode!
Today we're joined by the incredible Lisa from Nourishing Moments, a mummy of 3 (soon to be 4!), and certified baby nutrition consultant. Lisa is an expert at supporting parents with all things nutrition, and provides support for 0-2 year olds. She takes the overwhelm and confusion out of starting solids, and brings clarity and confidence to new parents.
Together with Lisa, we discuss...
| What signs indicate our baby is ready for solids?
| Should we start with purées, baby led weaning, or both?
| The 'best' first foods for babies
| Other tips and tricks to make starting solids a breeze
Join us next Monday where we continue the conversation, and learn about allergens and SO much more!
Want to connect with Lisa?
You can find her at @nourishing.moments, where you can book a free discovery call with her.
| @nourishing.moments
| @eatplaysleeppodcast
| www.epsleep.com.au
Today we chat about the big move from cot to the bed.
This can be a scary transition, going from the safe cot, where your toddler can't get out, moving to a bed where they can escape whenever they please.
In this episode we discuss when to make this transition, how to make this transition and Claire gives us some helpful tools for when things are not going to plan.
| @eatplaysleepconsultant
| @eatplaysleeppodcast
| www.epsleep.com.au
A must-listen for all touched out and tired mumma's (we see you - you're doing amazing).
In today's episode we're joined by Lauren, mother of two and founder of Tend Psychology. Lauren helps us to navigate the shift into motherhood and how this can impact our identity, interests, careers and of course, meeting our basic needs.
Together, we explore...
| How to rediscover your interests in motherhood
| Why guilt is an unhelpful emotion
| Self-care strategies, with and without kids
| Creativity and career pivots in motherhood
If you'd like more information from Lauren you can head to her Instagram @tendpsychology or website https://www.tendpsychology.com.au/
Also! In today's episode we announce the lucky winner of our Ultimate Party Package giveaway. A big thank you to @little.explorers.playground and @wonderlusteventhire for collaborating with us on this. These epic Brissy-based businesses are run by the most awesome mumma's and girl bosses. Be sure to check them out for all your party planning needs.