Consider this episode a little SOS for those moments of overwhelm which come OFTEN as a parent. It's the simplest reminder you'll ever hear - but perhaps the most profound. 'Mindful Mama' is my gift to you. Your chance to stop, reflect, breathe, or just give yourself five minutes alone. These are short episodes themed around the unique trials of parenthood (and general life in 2022). So listen in the car, in the bath, or locked in your bedroom while the kids are watching YouTube! I hope today's message makes your day a bit easier :) x ash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With a background in PR and marketing, Janika has been telling stories for decades. The birth of her second child was both traumatic, and transformative - forcing her and her husband to reassess everything, and choose a different kind of life. She now uses this experience to help others harness the power of their own stories as a catalyst for positive change. I hope you're as inspired by Janika's story as I was, and use it as a starting point to start asking yourselves the right questions about the life you want for yourself and your family! You can listen to Just You, Janika's podcast here, and follow her work at her website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're anything like me, you're going to have at least one moment today where you doubt yourself and your ability as a parent. 'Mindful Mama' is my gift to you. Your chance to stop, reflect, breathe, or just give yourself five minutes alone. These are short episodes themed around the unique trials of parenthood (and general life in 2022). So listen in the car, in the bath, or locked in your bedroom while the kids are watching YouTube! I hope today's message makes your day a bit easier :) x ash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you missed Season 2 Episode 3 with Dr. Shefali - or even if you just listened to it and forgot what we discussed, here's an AMAZING little snippet that has really changed the way I think about how I parent. The idea that our children are born full of joy and wonder, already whole and complete is something we inherently know to be true...so why do we try so hard to improve them? Is it more about US? Eek! Enjoy this Friday quickie x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

“Being human is not hard because you're doing it wrong it's hard because you're doing it right. You will never change the fact that being human is hard, so you must change your idea that it was every supposed to be easy.” - Glennon Doyle 'Mindful Mama' is my gift to you. Your chance to stop, reflect, breathe, or just give yourself five minutes alone. These are short episodes themed around the unique trials of parenthood (and general life in 2022). So listen in the car, in the bath, or locked in your bedroom while the kids are watching YouTube! I hope today's message makes your day a bit easier :) x ash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I still can't believe we've been parents for an entire year, but here we are. In this episode I am joined by my partner in crime and parenthood, Adrian. We answer your (fantastic) questions about our experience over the past year and get honest about some of the tougher moments. I also cry 13 times which will be absolutely unsurprising to anybody that knows me. From sleep to sex to self doubt, it's a roller coaster so strap in baby! x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Missed my chat with my amazing naturopath Hayley Stockbridge? Here's one of my favourite bits. A deep dive into why so many women (myself included) find themselves experiencing a whole new level of exhaustion around 6-9 months post partum. Hear the entire chat in Season 3 Episode 11. x ash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Mindful Mama' is my gift to you. Your chance to stop, reflect, breathe, or just give yourself five minutes alone. These are short episodes themed around the unique trials of parenthood (and general life in 2022). So listen in the car, in the bath, or locked in your bedroom while the kids are watching YouTube! I hope today's message makes your day a bit easier :) x ash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Mindful Mama' is my gift to you. Your chance to stop, reflect, breathe, or just give yourself five minutes alone. These are short episodes themed around the unique trials of parenthood (and general life in 2022). So listen in the car, in the bath, or locked in your bedroom while the kids are watching YouTube! I hope today's message makes your day a bit easier :) x ash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In episode 11 we chatted to paediatrician, author, academic and the man behind the world-famous 'snoo' smart sleeper, Dr. Harvey Karp. Haven't got time to listen to the whole chat? Well here's a cheeky little snippet that I found super interesting. Something to keep in your back pocket in case of emergencies! Enjoy x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

'Mindful Mama' is my gift to you. Your chance to stop, reflect, breathe, or just give yourself five minutes alone. These are short episodes themed around the unique trials of parenthood (and general life in 2022). So listen in the car, in the bath, or locked in your bedroom while the kids are watching YouTube! I hope today's message makes your day a bit easier :) x ash The full poem I mention in the episode reads as follows: The Guest House ​ This being human is a guest house. Every morning a new arrival. ​ A joy, a depression, a meanness, some momentary awareness comes as an unexpected visitor. ​ Welcome and entertain them all! Even if they’re a crowd of sorrows, who violently sweep your house empty of its furniture, still, treat each guest honorably. He may be clearing you out for some new delight. ​ The dark thought, the shame, the malice, meet them at the door laughing, and invite them in. ​ Be grateful for whoever comes, because each has been sent as a guide from beyond. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yes...this is the dude who invented the Snoo. He's also a paediatrician with over 40 years experience, a grandfather, author and...pretty fun dude! Today's chat with Dr Harvey Karp touches on so many important topics - perhaps most importantly the unique challenges we face as parents in 2022. There are also some fantastic tips for dealing with toddler meltdowns, which will no doubt come in handy for me soon. I loved Dr Karp's refreshing, relaxed and honest approach, and to be honest so much of what he said made me feel so much better about myself as a parent and the journey I'm on. My hope is that it helps you as much as it did me. Big love x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keira Rumble is the founder of Krumbled Foods and Habitual Beauty - two incredible brands that focus on health and wellness. On the surface, it may seem that life has been an absolute dream for this incredible entrepreneur, but in this chat you'll discover that her road to motherhood was one that included many disappointments. The happy ending happened in 2021 when she welcomed her beautiful baby Hunter earthside, and in this chat we discuss the kind of attitude it took to make her dream of motherhood a reality, while keeping her thriving businesses alive. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone's favourite Bachelor (am I allowed to say that?) Matty J joins us today to talk all things DAD LIFE, and what life looks like with his girl gang! From baby tantrums, to daycare dramas, to crying during sad commercials...it's all in there. It's always a pleasure hearing a Dad perspective on this poddy, and Matty brings his with honesty, vulnerability and a cheeky laugh as well. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Deciding, based on an awful diagnoses, whether to continue with a pregnancy and bring a baby into the world to suffer, or not to continue with your pregnancy doesn't feel like a choice, It feels like the worst decision you will ever have to make." At a routine scan during her first pregnancy, Meagan and her partner experienced what we all fear most in that moment. All was not well, and they would need to come back to see a doctor. What transpired over coming days and weeks was the reality that their baby daughter Violet had serious health problems and would not live long. They were then faced with a decision that no parent should ever have to make, and one they wished they never had to. Meagan wrote her and Violet's story in her book 'Still a Mum'. It moved me immensely and I'm so grateful that she shared her story with me in this podcast. While at times this is an emotional listen - it's also a story that's full of hope and joy as Meagan lovingly remembers her daughter, and lives in a way that ensures her baby girl is never forgotten. As mentioned this episode discusses infant loss. You can follow Meagan on instagram and check out her website here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We all know that 'mum tired' is in its own league of tired. But at what point do we need to stop and decide to do something about it? How long are we expected to exist like zombies? These are the questions I brought to my naturopath Hayley Stockbridge when I well and truly hit a wall at around 7 months post partum. She shared some amazing insights as to what's actually going on in my body, and some helpful tips about what I could do to get back on track. She's kindly agreed to join us this week to share her knowledge with you! You can find out more about Hayley's work at her website, and follow her on instagram! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While everyone loves to talk about sex...not many people are talking about how much it changes during pregnancy and post partum. This is a VERY honest chat between three mates (and new mamas) about the S word. Are we doing it? Are we enjoying it? How is it different? Big love to Abi and Violet for opening up and being so honest! Content warning: Adult themes (obvi) and a fair bit of swearing (I'm working on it) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Like many good things in life - this episode was never planned. In fact we were supposed to talk about something completely different...but the universe had other things in mind. Fresh off a child (and husband) free holiday, Emma shares her insights on why sometimes we need to prioritise time away...and why the negative self talk stops so many of us Mamas from even THINKING about it! Follow Emma on the socials here. Big love xc Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I welcome back the gang - Abi and Violet - as we all discuss how we're navigating the decision to head back to work. The excitement, the dread, and most importantly...the GUILT. Enjoy this episode in all its messy, hilarious, honest and vulnerable glory! Big love to this week's sponsor CARS24. Skip the dealership, and get a quality used car online with CARS24 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While some photographers are snapping high octane gigs, weddings, or perhaps sunsets...Bel Litchfield from 'The First Hello' is often hiding in the corner of a delivery suite, like a fly on the wall, capturing the moment women pass through the magical threshold into motherhood. It was my pleasure to chat to Bel about her somewhat non-traditional, but altogether magical job . They say it takes a village to raise a child...well it certainly takes one to birth a child. In this series I'll be speaking to all sorts of people that we come across from conception, to birth, to the fourth trimester. You can follow Bel on instagram, and take a look at The First Hello here! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.