In this episode, Jody Moore of the podcast "Better Than Happy" joins us to discuss how focusing on thoughts and mindset can significantly impact our reality, particularly in the context of birth and motherhood. Jody shares her journey from struggling with work-life balance and embracing motherhood to becoming a life coach and helping tens of thousands through her coaching practice and podcast. She emphasizes the power of mindset in shaping our experiences and offers practical tools for strengthening our thoughts to create a better birth and parenting experience. Jody also touches on her personal experiences with gestational diabetes and the importance of self-care and self-compassion in parenting. 00:00 The following presentation is a production of Ride the Wave Media 00:48 Jody Moore turned to life coaching after having her first two kids 01:44 How does focusing on your thoughts and mindset create your reality during birth 05:38 Practicing mindfulness strengthens your mindset and your thoughts, right? 07:21 When did you feel you weren't fulfilled in motherhood 12:38 A lot of our listeners are first time moms 16:42 You were diagnosed with gestational diabetes and then you reversed that 19:31 If you are capable of exercising during pregnancy, then keep it up 20:42 We are very wrapped up in our children's success, right? 24:44 Your thoughts are creating your feelings, right. How can this shape our emotional experience during childbirth 28:15 As a mother, how have you taught these tools to your children RESOURCES   Jody Moore's Free Coaching Workshop Better Than Happy Podcast