The 3rd Trimester & Preparing for Birth with Jema Lee : Episode 252
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) Throughout my pregnancy journey, I have felt a deeper connection to myself, my partner, my body, and my child that is preparing to arrive. Just a handful of episodes ago I shared my first trimester experience and today I am excited to update you on how the third trimester has been going. In […]
Matrescence and Becoming a Mother with Nikki McCahon: Episode 251
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) Matrescence: the process of becoming a mother Some people say that all women are born with a maternal instinct, but when do we tap into that? Becoming a mother, also known as Matrescence, is the physical, psychological and emotional changes you go through after the birth of your child. Matrescence […]
Transitioning to Fatherhood, Preparation for Men with Tully O’Connor : Episode 250
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) How can men best prepare for fatherhood? Resentment, guilt, and shame, amongst other emotions, aren’t uncommon for new fathers to experience. It’s important for fathers to acknowledge this transition, prepare as best they can, and find the balance of prioritising themselves while best supporting their relationship and their baby. Tully O’Conner is one […]
Preparing for a Home Birth with Michelle Palasia : Episode 249
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) While most women know that home birth is an option, the preparation that goes into it is rarely discussed. In order to create a sacred, supportive, comfortable, and magical home birth experience, there needs to be some planning in place. In this episode of the pregnancy series, I am joined by Michelle Palasia, […]
Pregnancy, Movement & Exercise with Jess Jenkins : Episode 248
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) Movement and exercise is a critical part of our health, however there may be changes to our exercise routine that we need to make when we become pregnant. It can also be stressful wondering, am I moving my body too much? Or not enough? What’s safe and not safe movement? Who better to […]
Sleep Changes & Support Through Pregnancy to Postpartum with Dr Leigha Saunders : Episode 247
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) What is your relationship with sleep? Sleep plays a huge role in our pregnancy and adapting your sleep schedule post-birth is complicated – not to mention exhausting. Sleep expert, Dr. Leigha Saunders is back on the podcast to share her wisdom on optimising sleep while pregnant, with a newborn, and into motherhood. Dr. […]
A Soul Filled Pregnancy Journey with Holliea Fairleigh : Episode 246
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) From preconception to pregnancy to postpartum, the journey of bringing a child Earthside is magical. Making decisions around preconception planning, pregnancy care, and birth that align with your soul is so important for all expecting mums. I’m excited to have Holliea Fairleigh back on the podcast to talk all about the soul journey […]
Food cravings, staying nutritionally balanced while pregnant with Lindsay Taylor : Episode 245
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) There are countless opinions out there about how expecting mothers should eat and it can get very overwhelming. Tackling food cravings and making nutritional choices while pregnant doesn’t need to be stressful – it’s time to talk about how we can enjoy staying nutritionally balanced while pregnant. Joining me in this episode of […]
Nutrition for Preconception & Pregnancy with Meah Robertson : Episode 244
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) How can we use food and nutrients to improve our fertility and get our body ready for conception? Food is what sets the foundation for a healthy and successful pregnancy and it’s important we all know the right steps to take to set ourselves – and our baby – up for success. If […]
Shamanic Dimensions of Pregnancy and Birth with Jane Hardwicke Collings : Episode 243
(Subscribe on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, SoundCloud or TuneIn) Shamanism is defined as “a religious practice that involves a practitioner interacting with the spirit world through altered states of consciousness.” There are many shamanic dimensions that women can go through, from menarche, menstruation, pregnancy, birth, and menopausal experiences. Joining me to talk about shamanic dimensions of pregnancy and birth is Jane Hardwicke […]