This week we are welcoming Emma back to the podcast! You will remember Emma from our Nurture Homeschool Community.
This time, Emma shares her journey to welcoming her son into the world.
Emma also talks about her passion for women feeling empowered to give birth, and how she first became curious as to why women have such a hard and traumatic time birthing their children.
This week is part 2 of our chat with Sarah! This time, we focus on Sarah’s journey going back to work- the emotional struggle and learning how to juggle work and motherhood.
Sarah also takes us through all the work she did to find the best childcare centre for her daughter, an experience that Sarah found a bit trickier because of her anxieties.
Sarah also describes the first day of her daughter’s day care journey- and Sarah’s first time leaving her daughter in the care of someone else.
We also touch on the dreaded daycare illnesses- are they really as bad as everyone says?
From her career as a Speechie to her experience with postnatal anxiety - This week we sit down with Sarah!
Sarah takes us into her work and what made her choose this career (spoiler, it's a beautiful story!).
We also touch on what to look out for if you suspect there may be a language delay with your child, and what goes into Sarah's work as a paediatric speechie.
Sarah also shares her experience with postnatal anxiety after the birth of her first child, including when she first started to think something was going on, as well as overthinking, self-doubt and outside opinions.
I also asked Sarah a couple of tougher questions; to describe what a typical day looked like at the height of her postnatal anxiety experience and could she pinpoint a time/moment when the anxiety was at its worst.
*trigger warning- in this episode there are mentions and discussions around suicidal ideation and mental health struggles. *
*this episode contains some colourful language*
This week we are welcoming Sarah-Beth back to the podcast! We keep it real and honest in this episode!
This time around, Sarah-Beth details how her mental health took a nose dive after the birth of her daughter, the intrusive thoughts she battled with, her difficult breastfeeding journey, and her experience reaching out for help.
We also bonded over our dry sense of humour when it comes to motherhood- saying the things we are all thinking!
This is such a real and raw episode- every Mother needs to hear this!
This week we are sitting down with Sarah-Beth, a mental health Occupational Therapist (OT)!
Before meeting Sarah-Beth, I had only heard of an OT in relation to paediatrics- I didn’t even know there was such a thing as a mental health OT!
Sarah-Beth talks to us about what a mental health OT does and how she supports clients and caters to their individual needs.
She also touches on sensory modulation, sensory profiles and their 4 quadrants, neurological thresholds, and how she can support clients through times where our sensory buckets have overflowed.
This was such an interesting episode, and how great to have discovered a new avenue of support for Mum’s mental health!
This week we are speaking to Kaley- the creator of The Wild Feminine.
Kaley shares what The Wild Feminine is all about, where her passion comes from, and the different ways she holds space for women.
We also dive into the Doula work Kaley does- from postpartum doula to end-of-life doula.
Kaley also tells us about the most common thing women come to her for and how she helps them break down these dilemmas and heal themselves.
We also touch on the importance of somatic exercises for healing and the important role our fascia plays.
This is a really empowering episode, and will leave you feeling seen, heard and acknowledged.
This week we are welcoming Caylen back to the podcast (you will remember Caylen from The HerKind Project and Her Escape).
This time, Caylen takes us through her experience trying to conceive her first daughter- which was a completely different journey to what she thought it would be (based on what she had learnt in sex ed during school!).
Caylen also touches on the miscarriage that her and her husband went through, and how people around her reacted to this news.
Caylen talks about her experience going into labour for the first time, from choosing not to make a birth plan, to advice she received about epidurals, but also having the desire for a water birth if she was able (plus so much more!)
Caylen is a great storyteller, and this was such a great episode to record!
This week we are talking to Emma, the founder of Nurture Homeschool Community. Nurture is a beautiful place right here in our local area.
Emma takes us through where the idea originally came from, and how she built this community, as well as what she loves the most about what she’s created, and her approach to education and learning.
We talk about how the children benefit from having this additional safe space to come together each week, and how some children are thriving now that they aren’t attending a mainstream school.
This week we are welcoming Martha back to the podcast! You will remember Martha from our “Martha Grace Birth Photography” episode.
This time, Martha is taking us through her experience home birthing her children- what it was really like, how she prepared (including a last minute midwife scramble) and how she prepared her other children for the experience.
We also talk about the golden hour at home- what it feels like, what the immediate aftermath at home was like, and I’ve gotta say- Martha describes her experience so beautifully!
Trigger warning - this week we briefly discuss babies and young children in a life threatening circumstance.
This week we are continuing on with our chat with Geoff- the director of Southern Cross First Response.
In part 2, we are discussing first aid for choking babies and children- including some important tips to remember.
We also touch on falls and head knocks - and when to take them to the hospital (because kids fall over all the time and we can’t be running to the hospital every time it happens)
Geoff also details his experience having to give CPR to babies and children (this is where our trigger warning applies).
We talk about what drowning ACTUALLY looks like, particularly in young children.
Geoff gives his professional opinion on non-negotiable first aid items that EVERY household needs.
Geoff also gave us an amazing tip for treating burns when living in a rural area- especially if you use tank water!
A really important episode this week, with some life saving information!
This week we are sitting down with the founder of Southern Cross First Response, Geoff.
Geoff facilitates first aid courses in our local area, including mental health first aid!
In Part 1, Geoff shares with us his previous career, and why he decided to walk away from that and move into first aid work.
Geoff is a treasure trove of knowledge, and he gives us some absolutely wonderful tips to help us remember some of the most important parts of first aid- particularly for babies, toddlers and young children. As a Mum, I really appreciated Geoff passing on these tips and his knowledge, because as we all know, it’s lifesaving!
This week, it’s part two of our chat with Kaley.
Kaley continues her story, from behaviours she once tolerated but never would now, pressures to perform a certain way, and the backlash that comes with not “playing the part”.
She also touches on a significant thing that happened the night of her 31st birthday (which was absolutely unreal!), coming to grips with an emergency C-section, living with PTSD from her husband’s horrific injuries, and the heartbreak of not having any photo of her baby’s birth- even though photos WERE taken at the time - and this is only the start of it all!
By the end of our sit down I could see very clearly why Kaley does the work that she does now!
This week we have Kaley joining us on the podcast. Kaley shares her experience of motherhood with us- the trials, tribulations, traumas and the lessons she had to learn to help her be the mother that she is today.
Kaley takes us through what led up to her divorce and the start of her journey as a single Mum- something she never in her wildest dreams thought she would be doing.
Honestly, I couldn’t believe some of the things Kaley has been through, and I can now see exactly why she does the fantastic work she does with other women and Mothers.
Kaley is such a strong and inspiring woman, and her story is amazing! I’m so grateful she shared it with us.
It’s part 2 of our chat with Holistic Nutritionist Kelly!
This week we are focusing on children’s nutrition!
Kelly talks vitamin supplements for children (are they necessary?), as well as giving us some tips on how to cope with fussy eaters!
Kelly also takes us through why language is important when it comes to meal times, her professional opinion on separate meals for kids and adults, the topic of hiding vegetables in our little one’s meals and so much more!!
Foundations for Health with Kelly Robinson synopsis
This week is part 1 of our interview with Kelly. Kelly is a Nutritionist, and the owner of Foundations for Health with Kelly Robinson. In this episode, Kelly takes us through what happened in her life that made her walk away from her previous career and become a Nutritionist.
We talk through Kelly’s professional approach, how she supports her clients to better their health, and why she wants to help her clients get to a place where they don’t need to visit her every month.
Kelly also helps us with some ideas for small subtle changes anyone can make without feeling overwhelmed.
We also touch on an issue most women (if not everyone!) can relate to- why, why, WHY do we get sugar cravings and what do they ACTUALLY mean?
This week we are sitting down with local Mum Mandy.
Mandy tells us her journey to Motherhood, her VERY quick births, and the lesson her miracle baby taught her.
We also get into homeschooling- why Mandy and her husband decided to homeschool their 3 daughters, her approach to education and screen time, and the way homeschooling has benefitted her daughters. And of course I had to ask if she ever gets sick of having her kids around all the time ( I couldn’t help myself!)
We also touch on how Mandy makes time for self care- when she rarely gets alone time- and how she sets those boundaries for herself. Mandy also shares with us how fluffy little chicken butts are one of her daily glimmers!
(Towards the end of this episode, you’ll hear our family pet, Sadie, giving her input haha)
This week we are sitting down with Jackie - a solicitor and the owner of Cullen Legal.
Jackie specialises in Family Law, and she shared some general information around family law, the court system and why it’s important to have a Will done.
Jackie also took us through why she does this kind of work, and the different options that are available if someone finds themselves in a domestic situation they need to leave or are thinking about leaving.
This was a really interesting episode to record, and it’s got really important information in it that every woman should know, regardless of her situation.
If you need to get in touch with Jackie, you can call her on 0438 840 233 or email her at admin@cullenlegalqld.com
** TRIGGER WARNING **
This week’s episode features discussions around birth trauma, life threatening illnesses and pregnancy loss.
This week we are welcoming Steph back to the podcast. We dive into her experiences being pregnant with and birthing her 3 children- the good, the bad and the downright traumatic.
Steph has said herself that she really believes she was meant to have these experiences. She’s accepted them as part of her journey, and in a way she’s glad they happened to her because she wouldn’t be the person she is today without these things happening to her, nor would be she able to help other women who have experienced womb trauma in some way.
From being bedridden due to severe illness during her pregnancy, to a life threatening condition, to how different midwives have made and broken her experiences, Steph shares it all with us!
I think a really common dream of mothers everywhere is to have some kid free time, a sleep in, and the ability to go out and do literally any activity without wrangling kids, cleaning up various messes and working through tantrums.
Well, today’s episode is going to help you achieve that dream!! This is part 2 of our chat with Caylen, and this time she introduces us to her own passion project- HerEscape!
HerEscape organises countryside getaways for women in some stunning and relaxing locations. And because Caylen really wants to look after Mothers everywhere, she goes the extra mile and organises some beautiful experiences for the ladies to do while they’re away. Caylen has you covered, all you need to do is show up and indulge in some well deserved self care.
This week we are sitting down with The HerKind Project founder, Caylen!
The HerKind Project is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting women's wellness and empowerment in rural and regional areas, particularly focusing on the South Burnett region of Queensland, Australia. Through advocacy, education and community engagement, the project aims to address the unique challenges faced by women in these areas and promote inclusivity, health and resilience. The organise events, provide resources and foster connections. The HerKind Project strives to create a supportive and empowering environment where women can thrive and achieve their full potential.
Caylen shares with us the conception of the HerKind Project and the experience she had that started all this, as well as the past and upcoming events they are hosting. We also talk about what The HerKind Project is working on bringing to the community.