Birthing Goddess: Recent Episodes
Fatima Wheeler
In this episode I chat with Zoe who is passionate about holistic wellness and personal growth and is a dedicated holistic health guide. With a background in Naturopathy and Emotion Release Technique, Zoe is committed to empowering women and mothers to thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Through one-on-one sessions, group programs and compassionate support, Zoe guides her clients through emotional clearing and nervous system regulation, whilst teaching them about the fundamental pillars of health and helping them cultivate vibrant well-being in every aspect of their lives.
In this episode I chat with Zoe, a dedicated mother of three who is deeply committed to holistic wellness and self discovery. Zoe recounts her transformative journey from a hospital birth with her first child to empowered home births with her subsequent babies, including her courageous choice of freebirth. We hear of Zoe’s preparation for these birthing experiences and how she, alongside her supportive husband, confidently welcomed their children into the world at home.
We discover Zoe’s insights on homeschooling and her harmonious balance between nurturing her family and pursuing her professional aspirations. Prepare to be captivated and inspired by Zoe’s story, leaving you with a profound sense of empowerment and admiration.
In this episode, I chat with Georgia, a dedicated postpartum doula who lives in the picturesque Tweed Heads, NSW.
At 32 years old, she finds profound satisfaction and purpose in her calling to nurture and uplift new mothers on their precious postpartum journey.
As a mother herself to her spirited 17-month-old, Orlando, Georgias connection to this transformative phase runs deep.
She is passionate about offering hands on care and guidance to help mamas navigate early motherhood with confidence and peace.
In this podcast, join a conversation with Nicole, a dedicated mother to the endlessly entertaining toddler Mackenzie and wife to John. Residing in Turangi after relocating from Bulls last year, Nicole currently works as a nurse in a bustling GP practice, while her husband is employed by Genesis as a maintainer operator.
Nicole's passion for maternal mental health stems from personal experience, recognizing that even the most resilient and supported individuals can encounter challenges with postpartum anxiety and depression.
Alongside her husband John, Nicole actively contributes to their community through involvement in organizations such as fire and emergency services, St John Ambulance, and the Turangi Toy Library.
Motherhood, as Nicole shares, is a profound experience of love and transformation, where the joy of raising children often coincides with a sense of personal loss. She emphasizes the importance of rediscovering one's identity beyond motherhood, while acknowledging the immense rewards it brings.
Nicole's message resonates with all mothers: it's okay to miss your former self as long as you embrace personal growth. By accepting support, mothers can excel in their roles. In a world that can be stressful and unkind, Nicole advocates for teaching kindness to children, empowering them to create positive change.
Tune in to explore Nicole's insights on motherhood, mental health, community engagement, and the journey of personal growth amidst the joys and challenges of raising a family. This podcast offers a heartfelt exploration of the multifaceted aspects of modern motherhood.
In this episode, I chat with Kasey, a dedicated chiropractor based in Taupo, NZ. Kasey, a mother of four, shares her journey of balancing her chiropractic practice with family life alongside her husband.
Her passion for pregnancy and birth shines through as she discusses her experiences with homebirth for her last two children.
Despite her deep love for chiropractic work, Kasey’s enthusiasm for pregnancy and birth is palpable. In fact, if she weren’t a chiropractor, she’d likely pursue a career as a doula or midwife. Over the past 4.5 years, Kasey has dedicated herself to chiropractic care, particularly for babies and during pregnancy.
Tune in as Kasey shares her mission to empower individuals to embrace certainty in their bodies and live life to the fullest. You will love this engaging conversation with a chiropractor whose passion for wellness and birth advocacy is truly inspiring.
Chiropractic practice : Lake Taupo Chiropractic
Chiropractic + mama : Kasey McMaster
In this interview, I chat with Kylie from Captured by Kylie.Kylie is a maternity, birth, newborn and family photographer.
She has been so passionate about photography since she was a child.
Kylie creates stunning images that really capture the moment.I was lucky enough that Kylie captured by Freebirth - the images are absolutely phenomenal and I am so grateful that I have these memories to look back on.In this interview we talk everything about birth photography :- is birth photography for everyone?- why birth photography is important- what to look for when you are thinking about having a birth photographer- how do you prepare for a birth and what prior arrangements do you make before the birthing day ➡️ https://capturedbykylie.com.au/
In this interview I chat to Kathryn from hapimumma Hypnobirthing.Kathryn explains what Hypnobirthing is all about and how popular it has become it recent years. We hear about her own first hand experience of how Hypnobirthing helped her with her own births and how she even uses some of the techniques in her day to day life.Kathryn shares how amazing it can be to see her couples feel really empowered going into their births after completing the course. If you are on your conception journey or currently pregnant you will love listening to this interview ! As a mama who has completed the course I can definitely say Hypnobirthing really helped me with my own births and really educated me which allowed me to feel really empowered. ➡️ https://hypnobirthing.com.au/➡️ Follow Kathrine on Instagram@hapimumma.hypnobirthing➡️ Follow Birthinggoddess on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/birthinggoddess/
In this interview I chat with Mel who is a lactation and sleep consultant from Cocoon and Cradle.We discuss everything to do with SLEEP!We all know it’s one of the most talked about subjects when you become a parent. Mel shares some hot tips when it comes to naps, how to establish some good sleep habits and what to look for when your little one is ready to drop their nap altogether. I love Mel’s holistic approach towards sleep. I personally feel more relaxed about my babies sleep /naps after chatting with her. Thank you for the chat Mel!You can find Mel on insta @cocoonandcradleWebsite : www.cocoonandcradle.com
In this episode, I had the privilege of sitting down with Sophie, a mama of one from the scenic town of Taupo, New Zealand. Sophie graciously shares her remarkable journey from pregnancy to early motherhood, filled with challenges and profound growth.Sophie, a proud mama to Stella, opens up about her life with her high school sweetheart-turned-husband. Together, they embarked on the awe-inspiring adventure of parenthood.As Sophie recounts her pregnancy journey, she shares the intricate details of her marathon 50-hour labor and birth, an experience marked by resilience and unwavering determination.Yet, Sophie's narrative extends beyond the delivery room, as she fearlessly confronts the challenges of early motherhood. With unwavering honesty, she reflects on the toll it took on her mental and emotional well-being, underscoring the importance of seeking professional support during times of vulnerability.In our conversation, Sophie's courage shines through as she recounts her journey from maiden to mother. Through moments of vulnerability and resilience, she emerges as a beacon of strength and inspiration, offering invaluable insights embarking on their own paths of parenthood.
Welcome to another episode of Birthing Goddess! Today, I had the pleasure of chatting with Abi, a devoted mother of two adorable daughters, Aria, aged six, and Tia, just five months old. Abi, alongside her fiancé Ryan, resides north of Brisbane, where they manage their own business that operates in remote locations. Juggling parenthood and entrepreneurship, Abi often finds herself navigating solo parenting duties, a journey that has been nothing short of a rollercoaster.
Throughout her adventure in motherhood, Abi has encountered myriad challenges, but with each twist and turn, she's emerged stronger and wiser. Her profound belief in the innate power of the human mind and body has been her guiding light, propelling her through the toughest of times. For Abi, nurturing this trust within oneself often entails delving into the depths of internal reflection and growth.
Above all, Abi champions the transformative experience of childbirth as the epitome of female empowerment. She fervently believes that the journey of birthing a child is not only a physical feat but also a profound testament to the resilience and strength inherent within every woman.
Passionate about sharing her journey with fellow mothers, Abi finds solace and fulfillment in connecting with like-minded individuals who resonate with her experiences. Join us as Abi opens up about her triumphs, trials, and the invaluable lessons she's learned along the way. It's a conversation filled with insight, inspiration, and the unwavering belief in the incredible power of motherhood.
In this exciting episode, we delve into Ashley's journey of surrogacy. Ashley opens up about her recent experience with gestational surrogacy, shedding light on her unique connection with intended parents Sam and Tyler from Auckland.
Despite geographical barriers, Ashley reflects on the profound bond they've forged through the surrogacy process. Tune in as Ashley recounts the remarkable home birth of baby Elsie, facilitated by her extraordinary birth team, and shares her heartfelt sentiment: "I've really hit the IP jackpot.
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Emily lives in Southern Maine, USA. She is a 38 year old home-birthing Mother of one, retired Nurse, Health Coach, Women’s Circle, Ceremony, & Podcast Host & Sacred Birthworker.
She had a natural and empowering physiological home-birth on September 11, 2022 with her first born, Kian Asher. Since entering that Rite of Passage, her heart and soul mission has become focused on using her cumulative life experiences to walk alongside women and their families as they too cross the threshold.
She helps to facilitate the deep inner work needed to prepare Mothers for an empowering, physiological pregnancy, birth, & postpartum experience. She holds sacred space and advocates fiercely for the undisturbed, natural birth of their dreams. She serves clients locally and virtually worldwide.
Through the practice of deep listening, witnessing, embodiment, & ceremony Emily also hosts in-person Women’s Circles twice a month to remember and reclaim our divine nature as Women.
She hosts a podcast named Soul Evolution. It is a space to explore and reclaim our Rites of Passage as women and dive deep into our bodies' innate ancestral wisdom.
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In this latest episode, I chat with Lianne who is a mama to an 18-month-old baby girl Marlo, and pregnant with another little one. Alongside her role as a Pilates instructor, Lianne is the proud owner of Balanced Botanicals, a line of natural skincare products. Currently, she’s devoting her time to motherhood.
Nestled between Brisbane City and the Sunshine Coast, Lianne shared her home with Marlo, her husband Cameron, and their loveable rescue dog Lucy.
Passionate about fostering a healthy, low-tox lifestyle, Lianne firmly believes that positive changes in lifestyle and mindset can fix almost anything.
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Terri, aged 33, is originally from New Zealand. She relocated to Australia with her family when she was ten and made a recent move from Brisbane to the Gold Coast in 2023. A mother of two, Terri cherishes her son Reggie, who is nearly three, and her newborn daughter Kaia, who is four weeks old.
Terri believes that motherhood is the fulfilment she has been unconsciously seeking all her life. She sees her children as healers of her heart and providers of a new perspective on life. Her journey has been marked by profound loss, having lost her brother at 16 and her mother at 24 in traumatic circumstances. These experiences ignited her pursuit of mindfulness and a deep understanding of life's priorities. Navigating motherhood without her own mother by her side has been challenging yet transformative.
For Terri, fulfilment comes from the simple joys of life—meaningful connections, time spent with loved ones, communing with nature, embarking on adventures, and nurturing her home and family. She treasures the value of time, recognizing it as the most precious possession, allowing individuals to shape their lives according to their priorities.
When she's not tending to her maternal duties, Terri is a skilled hair stylist with a passion for her craft. Since completing school in 2007, she has been immersed in the art of hairstyling. Opening her own home salon on the Gold Coast in May 2023 has been a rewarding decision, seamlessly integrating her professional and personal life. Terri finds immense joy in her work, relishing the opportunity to connect with her clients, nurture relationships, and unleash her creativity.
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In this episode I chat with Amy who is a photographer as well as a mama of two busy little boys. She lives in the beautiful Gold Coast hinterland. She has always had a passion for creating beautiful photos, and documenting important memories, ever since she was a child. She has been perfecting her art on and off for over 15 years whilst working as a vet nurse and wildlife carer. After becoming a mum in 2019, she realised that what they say is true! How quickly kids change and grow is incredible and just way too fast. This sparked her new passion for capturing children and their milestones, more than ever, which then eventuated into opening her own home studio. Silky Oak studio is now her newest passion for creating beautiful images of newborns & children and capturing all of their incredible milestones.
Kirsty is a passionate farmer who finds joy in the great outdoors indulging in activities such as hunting, fishing, hiking & tending to her flourishing vegetable garden. She is currently taking a break from her career shepherding to spend time raising her beautiful two boys who keep her on her toes.
In this episode I chat with Sharni who is a first time mumma living in Palm Beach on the Gold Coast with her incredible partner, Kris, their groodle Barney and first daughter Indigo.
While Indi naps, Sharni co-captains a business with her partner Kris, helping ambitious business owners achieve unstoppable sales momentum through recruitment and training. Sharni has also been passionate about personal growth and helping others achieve in business but found a new appreciation for the transformative and empowering rite of passage that comes from bringing your baby into the world. After a tough pregnancy, suffering hyperemesis gravidaram, Sharni shares how she prepared her body mentally, physically and spiritually for the birth of her baby.
To learn more about Sharni find her here: @sharni_campbell
In this episode, I chat with Jess Ngaheu, a devoted wife and mother of two special babes. She's a fierce advocate for birth trauma awareness, fighting for what is right. Jess shares her second birth story and the challenges she faced throughout her pregnancy, birth and the months in postpartum. The strength and resilience of this amazing mama is phenomenal and you will be so inspired by her story.
Since her birth Jess has created a divine sanctuary offering nurturing care for women throughout motherhood. From fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, motherhood and of course babies~ her expertise in massage and holistic therapies empowers women. With her heart on her sleeve, Jess truly cares from the depths of her soul for others, cherishes her family and friends, and finds joy in simply being. Her dedication and compassion make her an inspiring force in the world of maternal health.
In this episode, I chat with Samantha Birch who is a placenta specialist. Sam lives on the Gold Coast and started her business when her doula clients asked about taking their placentas in a capsule. She studied the placenta in depth and how to make the capsules safely, then began offering it as a full service. She covers the Gold Coast and surrounding areas including NNSW, encapsulating and teaching all things placenta to expecting women and birth workers.
Her passion after being a mum for 30 years, is to nurture and care for other families who are embarking on their own journeys into parenthood.
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In this latest episode I chat with Rebecca Taylor who is a mother of three beautiful children Selah, Harley and the newest addition Florence.
Bec shares her recent pregnancy and birth story and chats about how different it was compared with her other two.
We hear how she really focused on her health during this recent pregnancy, followed her intuition and had some beautiful lessons along the way.
Bec and her family live in beautiful Northern NSW by the beach and love spending time outdoors playing and in nature.
She admires all things creativity, self-development and mindset. She helps women and mothers to achieve empowerment at a deeply embodied level to know they can have and do anything in this life! Want to know more about Bec find her @rebeccabrooketaylor
In this latest episode I speak with l Amanda who is an inspiring mama of two boys Artemis and Phoenix. Amanda shares her first homebirth story & opens up about why things didn’t go exactly to plan. She also shares what she did to feel more confident for her second homebirth which she ended up freebirthing without her midwife. Amanda has so much advice and wisdom to share so you’ll get so many golden nuggets
from this episode !!
This episode I speak with mama of one - Ksenia who had her first birth in India. Ksenia (who is originally from Ukraine) shares how she found herself in India right before the pandemic hit. During that time she found her partner (now husband) and fell pregnant with a baby girl. Looking for the most natural approach to birth they chose a midwife ran natural birth center in kochi (Kerala). Although the birth didn't go as planned Ksenia talks about her experience of surrendering, letting go and healing physically and emotionally from the feeling of failure & not having her birth go the way she planned. Ksenia facilitates women's circles online and in person curating yoga dance classes where she combines yoga, dance and flowing feminine energy movements with music and sacred chants to reconnect with our divine feminine energy and expression of love.
In this podcast, I chat with mama of one - Sonya. Sonya is originally from Germany but lives in Playa del Carmen, Mexico.Sonya opens up about her first homebirth experience in Mexico during the pandemic.She also shares about the rite of passage in the Mayan culture when it comes to becoming a midwife. To become a midwife in the Mayan culture you need to be a mother yourself, go to many births,- take on that wisdom and experience and then you are allowed to practice as a midwife.I really enjoyed chatting with Sonya and learning why the way Mayan women birth is changing in recent years.Want to learn more about Sonya check her page below @feelmagicmaya
In this episode I chat with Michelle who is the face behind Grow Little Wildflower - a sacred space filled with Baby name inspiration and sweet lists of names quite like no other. With an ever-growing online presence and a beautiful community she calls Wildflowers, this is just the beginning. Michelle has turned her passion for Names into a thriving business, taking on the very niche world of Baby Naming. She offers Mama’s from all around the world the opportunity to chat Names with her in the hope of finding the most perfect forever name for their little wildflowers! Some say it’s a dream job…and Michelle absolutely agrees! During this episode, Michelle takes us through the process of how she helps her clients choose a forever name for their baby and shares some of her favourite celebrity baby names + so much more!
You’ll love listening to this episode and hearing Michelle talk about her absolute passion in life
In this episode I chat with my husband Croyden about our BEST day of our life - our freebirth of our daughter Zola Rose.We talk about the details of the preparation for her birth and how we did things differently with this second birth.This birth story has not been shared and not sure why it took us this long to record it. BUT.. hope you enjoy it and take some golden nuggets from the episode !
In this episode I speak with inspiring mama Stacey about her freebirth. Stacey shares how she intuitively decided half way through her pregnancy to let go of her homebirth midwife and do a freebirth. We hear how well she prepared for her birth - physically , mentally & spiritually which led to her having an empowering experience. Stacey also opens up and says how different her hospital birth with her first baby and freebirth were completely different experiences.
You will love hearing the wisdom and golden nuggets Stacey shares in this episode.
In this episode I chat to Kiwi Mama Paula about her planned Homebirth in Australia.
Paula shares how she really followed her intuition during her pregnancy, which ultimately
led her to change her care provider when she was 36 weeks.
Paula also gives some golden nuggets when it comes to preparing for a birth and also shares what it is like to have babies 18 months apart.
You will really enjoy this conversation and be inspired by this birthing goddess mama.
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In this episode, I speak with entrepreneur Mama Kat. Kat, who lives in Mexico but is originally from Canada, shares her pregnancy and birth experience. We hear how her birth preparation and informed choices led her to a beautiful c-section birth. Kat shares many golden nuggets in this episode which you will love !!
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In this episode I speak with Lauren who has a very special gift with communicating with babies ; past, present & future. Lauren shares how she first discovered her amazing ability and how it has guided her to do the work she is doing today. Her work is beyond powerful - she helps her clients heal through loss, she can intuitively read on why a mama isn’t getting pregnant and also can connect with spirit babies. You will love this fascinating episode !
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In this episode I chat with my husband sharing our very first birth story! This is the first time where I share openly about all the details of what we did to get pregnant , the ways I prepared for the birth and the reason why we changed from a hospital birth to a homebirth at 39.5 weeks pregnant ! And so much more. I had the best time chatting with my husband and recalling our journey. You will love this episode !
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In this episode, I chat with Australian mama Bec about her two homebirths. Bec shares how her first birth went from a hospital birth to a homebirth at 33 weeks because of the pandemic restrictions at the hospital. She talks about the experience of her very first homebirth and how she felt. We also hear how she went about her second birth a little differently and the positive impact it had on her and her partner. She shares how choosing the perfect midwife, learning new breathing techniques and also experiencing a Mother's Blessing ceremony can really help create a positive and empowering birth experience.
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In this episode I chat about my ‘conscious’ conception journey. As a mama who was still breastfeeding and waiting for my period to return I didn’t know it was possible to fall pregnant. However I share my tips on what I did to ‘consciously conceive’ and give advice on those who are having difficulty falling pregnant.
In this episode I chat with inspiring mama of two Natalia about her birth stories. Natalia openly shares her first experience which was at the hospital and compares it to her recent second birth at home which are so completely different. After her challenging first birth she really began to educate herself about birth and also the different options available. She began to meet other mamas who had homebirths who talked about their experience as transformational , spiritual and empowering which also inspired Natalia to go down the homebirth route when she found out she was pregnant second time round. We hear how she really prepared for her birth and how she was still in disbelief after she birthed her baby! You will get so much out of this episode and be really inspired by this beautiful mama.
In this episode I speak with entrepreneur and author Kelly about her journey into motherhood. In this episode Kelly shares how she never planned to have children so she and her partner were very surprised to find out the news that not only was she pregnant but pregnant with twins ! We hear how she prematurely gave birth at 24 weeks and then had to deal with loss just after 8 days. Kelly openly talks about her challenges she faced coming into postpartum and also shares how it inspired her to start writing a book during Covid- which she now has got a trilogy and a few more on the way this year. You will love Kelly’s sense of humour and how she always sees the silver lining to every situation. What an inspiring mama !
In this episode I chat to gorgeous mama Vana about her birth. Vana shares how she really educated herself before the birth - she enrolled herself into a calm birth class and read a lot of books which helped ease her fear about childbirth. We hear about the techniques she used during her birth and how it helped her to have a pain free, easy birth that she had dreamed of. Vana feels that main stream media really give birth a different perspective however a lot of the time it isn’t how it looks. You will hear about all the tips that Vana gives to all mamas out there. Hope you enjoy this episode !
In this episode I speak to warrior mama Brie who speaks of her unexpected early birth. Brie openly shares how she went into early labour at 36 weeks because of a placenta abruption. We hear how Brie had to have an induction as her pregnancy turned high risk. She was lucky to have an amazing support team to help her through her birth & feels grateful that she got to experience a natural birth and a birth a healthy baby boy. Brie shares her challenges through her journey and also gives other mamas belief that they can get through anything ! You will be so inspired by this strong and resilient mama.
In this episode I speak to inspiring mama Tamara who shares her positive birth story. Tam was told that she might have trouble falling pregnant because she has endometriosis . She was recommended a naturopath who helped her manage her diet and prepare her body to fall pregnant. Tamara prepared a lot for her birth - especially mentally. One of her favourite books that helped her was ‘Birthing from Within.’ She says the power of the mind is incredible!
She had dreamt of having a drug free waterbirth during her pregnancy & did the work to prepare her for this. Tam read a passage from the book Birthing from Within that really stuck with her which is ‘labour is hard work.’ As someone who loves a challenge she was up for it ! Tam was fortunate enough to have a solid supportive birth team and felt like she got to express herself and have the birth she always wanted. Tam gives a lot of amazing tips for women who are about to give birth & also tips for postpartum !! You will love Tam’s openness and also humour! Such a fun interview. You definitely need to listen to this inspiring mama !
In this episode I sat down over a cup of tea and chatted to gorgeous Suzi who is a mama of two. Suzi goes into detail of how she prepared for the birth of her two babies - she credits Hypnobirthing to the positive & empowering experience she had. She says how this helped her especially when her first born came early when she was 32 weeks pregnant. Suzi opens up & shares how she persevered with breastfeeding at the beginning (which came with challenges) and ended up breastfeeding her premature baby until he was 2 years old.
Suzi believes that kids should be exposed to birth and says how “we are trying to raise resilient kids however we try and shun them away with things like birth & death.” Suzi has such a positive view on birth which led her to have an amazing experience. If you want to listen to a positive birth story then this one is for you !
In this episode I chat to gorgeous new mama Mel about the birth of her baby Vela. Mel shares her journey into motherhood and how she chose obstetric care for her pregnancy. She goes into detail of how she prepared for her birth and the shares a powerful thing she did to get herself into labour just before she was to be induced.
Mel shares about how she wanted to embody the divine feminine as much as possible to get herself pregnant so she booked herself a getaway where she painted , meditated & slowed down. She let go , gave herself some space and energetically made a shift to allow little soul Vela into her. She chose a very open minded obstetrician Katherine who really supported Mel to have the birth that she wanted as Katherine sees a lot of other mamas being “robbed of their birth experience.” Mel explains how she lives a dualistic way of life which played out in her birth. You will really love how honest and open Melb is and will love this episode !!
In this episode I speak to sleep consultant Abbey about the most talked about topic when you’re a parent ... SLEEP. Abbey (from sleep and co) shares valuable information of when to start a sleep routine, what signs to look for when your Bub is ready to transition to less naps a day and how important it is also for parents to get enough sleep at night. Abbeys holistic approach to sleep has seen her clients walk away feeling like their life has changed. They have better mental clarity , more energy and enjoy time playing with their kids. She personalises her program to suit an individual family and also tailored it to what kind of environment & lifestyle they have. You will love this episode and if you’re a sleep deprived mama like myself you’ll gain so much from it ! You can find Abbey on insta @abbey.oh.sleepconsultant however it will soon change to @sleepandco
In this episode I chat to new mama Leena about her recent birth experience! Leena who is originally from Finland shares the differences and also similarities of what the birth system is like back home in Finland compared to Australia. In this episode we hear what Leena did to prepare for her birth - she really educated herself by doing things like Hypnobirthing and also physically by getting acupuncture. Leena really goes into detail about her birth and shares how her birth took her on a different path to what she had initially expected. You will love this episode and enjoy Leena’s honesty and positive energy - it’s contagious!
In this episode I chat to inspiring mama Alexa who is a birth photographer in NZ. Alexa talks about her love of photography and how it came from a love for capturing moments from a very young age. Two years ago Alexa gave birth under an oak tree and loved and cherished her photos so much she wanted to also capture other mamas and their births. She describes birth as the “most amazing moment of your life” and says it is an honour to be in a birth space. We hear how Alexa (as a photographer) prepares for the big day and she also gives tips for mamas out there who are thinking of having a birth photographer. You will love this episode - and will learn what life is like as a birth photographer!
In this episode I chat to Hypnobirthing childbirth educator Rachelle from Arizona, USA. Rachelle shares how she got into Hypnobirthing when she got pregnant with her second baby after a traumatic first birth. As well as being a birth doula Rachelle has seen a huge difference in her mothers - the ones that have done Hypnobirthing and the ones who haven’t. This has inspired her to go into teaching full time as she wants to educate as many parents as possible. In this episode you will hear how different the birth world is in America compared to here down under in Australia! Rachelle is so passionate about birth and her classes even attract midwives, nurses and medical staff! They love it because they learn to see birth from a Hypnobirthing point of view and begin to see how birth can be positive & empowering! You will definitely love this episode and gain so much wisdom from Rachelle !
In this episode my husband Croyden and I chat about our sleep training we are currently doing with our baby Zephyr. We share what life was like as sleep deprived parents and how it came to a ‘breaking point’ in which we ended up contacting a sleep consultant. However we decided on reading a sleep program a friend sent us and not using a sleep expert. We have had massive results with this program and it’s night 9 and everyone in the household is getting full night sleeps !! We have a few tips for those sleep deprived parents out there.
In this episode I speak to Jess from Rescue Blue who is a paramedic & runs baby first aid courses in the QLD area. Jess explains the importance of baby first aid & talks about drowning , choking & burns . She gives useful tips & tricks to parents who find themselves in some challenging scenarios. For those who haven’t done a baby first course I highly recommend it ! You can find contact Jess on insta @rescueblue_littleaid
In this episode I chat to my husband Croyden Wheeler about the birth of our baby Zephyr. Croyden openly talks about the entire journey - how he felt fearful at the beginning however was able to change that state and play a huge role in birthing our son. He gives lots of tips and tricks to first time dads out there who may not know what they can do for their woman. You will love this relaxed and fun episode !
In this episode I chat to psychologist & Birth Trauma expert Doctor Erin Bowe. We hear what birth trauma is & how new mother’s can identify if they are experiencing trauma from their birth. Doctor Erin Bowe explains how anyone who is in the birth space such as husbands, doulas or midwives can experience “vicarious” birth trauma . She gives some useful and amazing tips for those who may be experiencing birth trauma and also gives us insight of some stats of how common it really is for mothers. You will really get so many golden nuggets from this episode !!
In this episode I chat to gorgeous mama of four - Danielle about her recent empowering birth. Danielle shares all and opens up about her recent miscarriage and how she knew she needed to have her final baby to feel complete. As a first timer birthing at a public hospital Danielle felt a little anxious however in her third trimester began working on her mindset and started doing a lot of visualisation meditations that were so powerful ! Her dream was a water birth and she was able to achieve that goal in her positive and empowering birth. You will get some much out of this episode and be inspired by this positive and beautiful mama !
In this episode I chat to beautiful mama Kiki about her first birth. We hear how Kiki was still pregnant at 42 weeks and admitted herself to hospital to get an induction. She talks about the events in the lead up to the birth of her baby Rani & how they suddenly changed when there was a midwife change over. We hear how Kiki just avoided an emergency c-section and how her birth ended up being quite traumatic - she says how it “was all very surreal.” Kiki shares in detail her about postpartum period - in particular how she found breastfeeding very challenging. I love how real and honest Kiki is in the interview - what a strong and inspiring mama she is !
In this episode I speak with kiwi mama Bailey who chats about getting pregnant at the age of 19. We hear how she had an incredibly fast & hard labour & had planned for a home birth however ended up getting an induction at hospital when she was 42 weeks. Bailey shares openly how she suffered post natal depression after the birth of her second baby & gives some great tips for those that may be facing some similar challenges!
In this episode I speak with gorgeous mama of three Jordan about her recent birth. Jordan openly shares how she miscarried over a year ago which she never thought would have happened to her. When she found out she was pregnant again she chose Brisbane royal hospital as her place to birth. However when covid 19 started it restricted a lot of things from not allowing water births and there was also talk about not even allowing partners in the birth space ! This was something Jordan didn’t want to risk so it is what sparked interest in her to birth at home . So at 35 weeks she went from a hospital birth to a free birth at home ! In the interview you will hear now the birth played out and how her doula and birth photographer missed the event ! Jordan is a true birthing goddess and you will be so inspired by this amazing mama!
In this episode serial entrepreneur & mama of two Kristie shares the story of her recent empowering homebirth ! We hear how Kristie really changed things going into her second birth - really investing time into preparing mentally for it. She was very big on scripting her birth - for manifestation. She wrote down her ideal birth , visualising & scripting - even down to the date ! Kristie hired a private midwife , doula & videographer and also had her husband for support. She felt that the feminine energy played a huge role for her birth. Kristie goes into detail about her positive birth experience & we hear how everything she visualised came into fruition - how powerful is that ! You will be so inspired by this amazing mama goddess !!
In this episode I speak to mama to be Brie who chats about her journey towards becoming a mother. Brie shares her experience of preparing her body before she got pregnant. She openly chats about deciding to get her implants out. She knew if she fell pregnant in the future she didn’t want to breastfeed with implants in. She noticed her health improved immensely after she got them out & we hear in detail how much it has changed her life in a positive way. Brie talks about how much fear she had towards birth before she became pregnant however through educating herself and listening to birth podcasts she feels more intrigued about birth and excited for what experience she will have. You will enjoy listening to this amazing mama to be 🙌🏼
In this episode I chat to beautiful goddess Renee - who is a doula. Renee who is originally from NZ talks about how the birth of her son inspired her to become a doula. She mentions that many women can have a beautiful experience if they are supported in the right way. We hear what her role is in being a doula - which can be a range of things from being a birth support person during your birth or in postpartum washing the dishes , holding your baby whilst you have a shower etc. Renee believes that energy is everything in your birth space ! You will enjoy listening to this episode and gain so much from it.
Fitness guru & exercise physiologist Ashleigh who is a mama of two boys shares her journey into motherhood. We hear how excited she was about her pregnancy but had fear around her first birth so enrolled in a hypnobirthing course which really prepared her & helped with her mindset. She talks about how she really enjoyed the labouring experience- however transition was a challenging point but pushed through. Ashleighs recent birth was during covid period which she shares how different it was and also how stressful as both her businesses had shut down & she had to transition everything online. Ashleighs active pregnancy and positive mindset really helped her with her births & you will be so inspired listening to this amazing mama !!
In this episode I speak to first time mama Paula who talks about her journey into motherhood. We hear how she prepared for her birth - implementing a lot of self care practices and how visualisation played a huge part for the birth of her baby lotus. Paula shares how her hospital planned birth quickly turned into an ‘unplanned’ homebirth. You’ll get to hear how this birth has inspired her to do an actual planned homebirth for the next baby she has in the future. Paula gives a lot of golden nuggets especially for those mamas that want to have an empowering birth experience and a nice transition into the fourth trimester. You’ll gain so much in this episode from this amazing first time mama !!
Mama of three Mandie talks about her journey into motherhood. We hear how at the age of 18 Mandie fell from the air & landed flat on her stomach during aerobics training. She went to get an X-ray and whilst at the hospital she found out she was at 24 weeks pregnant! We hear how her partner who was part of the NZ army came home to find out he had a 6 week old daughter. Mandie also shares her second & third pregnancies + births and we find that they are all so different !! This episode will keep you at the edge of your seat the whole time. You’ll be so inspired by this amazing mama.
In this episode I chat to Taleah who is currently pregnant with her second baby. Taleah talks about her text book smooth pregnant with her first baby & shares how her birth took an unexpected turn of events where one of her main arteries got cut in her uterus during her emergency cesarean. We hear how her father was battling cancer at the time of her first pregnancy but held on to meet his grandson. Taleah shares some awesome tips for mums to be so you’ll enjoy hearing them on this episode !!
Inspiring mama of three Ashah shares her story into motherhood & how she first got pregnant at 16. We hear how that birth impacted her and gave her the motivation to really educate and inform herself with her second & third births. She also talks about her battle with endometriosis and how she ended up going through IVF with her second baby. Ashah also shares how she got her appendix taken out at 10 weeks pregnant ! She’s says that education is the most powerful thing you can to do to prepare for your birth !! Ashah gave birth to her third baby only days ago and shares her recent and empowering birth story - she says it was a birth her and her husband always “envisioned” !! What a goddess 🙌🏼 Don’t wait around to listen to this episode !! This one has so many golden nuggets for many aspiring mamas & mamas to be out there !!
In this episode I chat with mama to be Lauren who is 18 weeks pregnant with her first baby. Lauren shares how she is feeling in her pregnancy & shares what she is already doing to prep her mindset for birth !! We hear how Lauren has begun to educate herself & has even started to prep herself for postpartum - How amazing is that ?! Listen to this beautiful mama to be - we look forward to following your journey into motherhood!
In this episode Anthea talks openly about postpartum- life after birth. We hear how her expectations were so different to what she imagined. She talks about how everything changed after she gave birth & how she discovered motherhood isn’t always fun & glamorous.
Anthea talks about how there is so much focus on the mum before you give birth but when the baby comes the energy shifts to the baby. In this episode you’ll hear Anthea discuss her journey into motherhood and challenges dealing with postpartum depression. With all the challenges she has been through she has learnt so much & has so much advice for other mums especially to prepare for postpartum. You will get so much out of this episode especially if you’re pregnant and a first time mum !!
In this episode I chat with inspiring mama of two Kate Baggerson. Kate always knew she wanted a home birth & chose to fully inform herself about birth during her pregnancy. She talks about how both her Homebirths were completely yin & yang and how beautiful the midwives were at her birth - she describes that through her most intense contractions “in every moment they entered there to meet it with you.” We hear the funny details of her quick second birth with her daughter playing a key role - creating humour which got her out of some of the most intense parts of her final labour. Kate hopes that one day we will see more of a transition to homebirths and she says she “would do labour any day“! She mentions how after her homebirths she was able to have a cup of tea in the comfort of her own bed with her midwife nearby and enjoyed being in her own space. Kate says you can be in control of your birth and it be a very empowering experience. You definitely want to listen to this amazing episode !!
In this episode I chat to beautiful mama Amanda who lives in a ‘tiny house’ on the Sunshine Coast with her two gorgeous daughters. Amanda shares her stories of being pregnant & tells how she intuitively knew she would go into labour both times. We hear how Amanda used elimination communication with her second daughter from a newborn - meaning wearing no nappies & going to the toilet. Amanda’s girls are autistic and & she describes how it is their super power & will rule the world one day ! Amanda shares lots of advice and has so much knowledge since she is a early childhood consultant & parenting mentor. One of her amazing tips she has for mamas is : “If it doesn’t fit for you - don’t do it.” You’ll be so inspired by this amazing mama and gain a lot from listening to this episode !!
This inspiring mama talks about her two HG pregnancies & her births of her babies Sunny + Posie. Brittany goes into detail of her first birth at Brisbane hospital where she went into labour at 43+ weeks & ended up being high risk due to meconium. We also hear of her second birth which she describes as an ‘orgasmic’ unplanned free birth at home with only her husband. Brittany opens up and shares how & why her two births were so different and gives away some awesome postpartum tips such a drinking a raw placenta nourishing smoothie ! This mama who is also a doula gives so many golden nuggets & amazing wisdom to all mums to be and mamas out there. You have to listen to this episode & you can even check out her services at : Peace, Love & Babies Doula Care on Facebook
In this episode entrepreneur boss mama Pip talks about her high risk pregnancy and finding out her baby had gastroschisis ( when the baby’s intestines are found outside the baby’s body). Pip tells all about giving birth early at 34 weeks and shares her experience being in NICU for several weeks during covid 19. Pip reveals everything in her transition to becoming a mum and gives real and honest advice for mums and mums to be. You’ll get so much out of this episode from this warrior mama !!
Kiwi mama Jess talks about why she chose to do a homebirth for her two children. She mentions that her parents were a generation of hospital births and were quite worried at the beginning however completely turned around & understood why she decided to do a homebirth.
Jess mentioned her support team were amazing & in her most challenging moment her midwife embraced Jess & told her “You are a strong & a powerful woman, you have got this.” Jess says she had to trust her body and trust the process in her birth to fully surrender. We hear how Jess educated herself and was an informed birther. At 42 + weeks pregnant with her second baby she followed her intuition & trusted her body. We hear how she went into spontaneous labour right after being told that she had to be induced. Jess gives some great advice to mamas so be sure to listen to this birthing goddess !!
School teacher Kayla chats about her first pregnancy & how she naturally conceived on her honeymoon . Working up until 36 weeks then making a big move to the Sunshine Coast before she gave birth we hear about her experience in her pregnancy & the exciting lead up to her baby girls arrival. We hear about how she used hypnobirthing techniques in her labour and birth. Kayla talks about how it wasn’t the birth she had hoped for she believes “knowledge is power” going into birth. In this episode you will gain insight to a new mother’s experience navigating life into motherhood and also receive lots of golden nuggets of what to be prepared for.
Boss mama of two Keeley describes her journey into motherhood. In this episode young mum Keeley talks about her pregnancy being very challenging - suffering from preeclampsia & Cholestasis. We hear how she went into labour at 35 weeks and was in labour for a long time but ended up having an emergency c-section. Keeley goes on to chat about her experience having a baby in NICU & her challenges in postpartum.
Her journey and experience has lead her into doing birth photography and has even interestered her into becoming a doula.
This mama is a true inspiration - she has had a lot of life lessons , especially coming into motherhood and has so much wisdom & powerful advice to give to other mamas. You will get so much from this episode 🙌🏼
In this episode Bettina shares her story of her first birth with her son Mars . Bettina knew the kind of birth she wanted and used visualisation , meditation, crystals and really educated herself to achieve the birth of her dreams. Bettina talks about how preparing your mind & body for your birth is so important and creating an environment with a great support team is key! Bettina is currently 36 weeks pregnant and shares how she is feeling going into second birth during covid 19. In this episode you’ll gain insight to a more holistic approach to birth and how important it is to step into your power !
Beautiful mama Kyara shares her inspiring journey into motherhood. Having been told that she probably wouldn’t be able to conceive as she wasn’t fertile enough Kyara still held hope that one day she would have her dream of having a baby & starting a family . After numerous tests and being on the wait list to have exploratory surgery she planned her wedding, picked her dress & chose her overseas honeymoon destination with her partner Jeremy. Soon after this she found out she was pregnant with her miracle baby !!
At 7 months she walked down the isle with her beautiful bump and married her soul mate Jeremy.
Kyara opens up and share her challenges navigating through motherhood and gives great advice to all mamas to be ! You will love this episode and learn so much from this amazing goddess 🙌🏼
Kim describes her journey into motherhood a challenging yet beautiful experience.
Kim shares all in her story and is open and honest about her whole experience. She goes deep into talking about the disappointment of losing her two babies however allows herself to let go by knowing it is meant to be. She talks about how miscarriages are such a taboo subject and are “forgotten.” We hear how all her birth experiences were so different from one another ending with a pregnancy she didn’t think would happen but ended up being very “healing” after losing her nana.
Kim is so passionate about the whole pregnancy , birth and postpartum stages that she has decided to study to become a midwife ! You’ll love listening to this wise & insightful mama of three 🙌🏼 ** throughout the call the reception was not so good so you may hear me beginning to talk over top of Kim (I have no idea how this happened and also a few paused parts). So sorry in advance 🙏🏼
In this episode I chat to inspiring mama Ivana about her experience into motherhood. Ivana talks about her traumatic experience where she didn’t bring her baby into the world she imagined but it has brought her a different perspective on life. Throughout her journey into motherhood she has had a fair share of challenges and it has taken a lot of strength but she has overcome so much ! Ivana shares so many valuable tips and has really found that letting go , learning to be in the moment , accepting things for what they are and not expecting too much of herself has made life in motherhood a little easier. This mama is such a warrior and has overcome so much during her motherhood journey. You’ll get so much out of this episode !
Episode 4 now LIVE!! I chatted to inspiring kiwi mum Ashley about the birth of her two gorgeous boys ! Ashley talks about how she found out at 13 weeks she was pregnant for her first baby - an unplanned pregnancy because of failed conception. She goes into detail of her traumatic experience with her birth & postpartum journey but lets go of expectations and has a different outcome with the birth of her second bub. We hear about how Ashley was scheduled for a c section but goes into spontaneous labour a week before. And whilst in labour no one believed she was in actually in labour! What a goddess 🙌🏼 Ashley describes her second birth as a “Healing birth” with a lot of unexpected series of events. This episode is so moving and made me very teary! I hope you enjoy it and get a lot of golden nuggets from Ashley’s story and also her advice to new mothers.
Bec tells all about her hypnobirths of both of her beautiful boys Seleah & Harley. She describes her magical births as everything she had envisioned + more ! Bec goes into detail of what she suffered in her pregnancies Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG). We get to hear of how mentally preparing herself gave Bec the births that she had visioned ! What a powerful manifestation mama 🙌🏼
Bec recently gave birth to her second son Harley a few weeks early just before Covid 19 hit. She feels fortunate that little Harley came early.
This mama is truly inspiring and has so much soul wisdom to give. You will love listening to both of her amazing births !
Heidi describes the day she gave birth that she didn’t even realise she was in labour! Vacuuming the house , going swimming , heading on her babymoon she was unaware of the series of events of what would happen that day ! This episode will leave you on the edge of your seat of Heidi’s birth story of her second daughter Sophia. What an exciting birth story to share 🙌🏼
In this episode I chat to Mama of two girls Daphne! Daphne talks about what it was like to give birth at the start of the pandemic. She also chats about how she prepared herself for her birth in her pregnancy. Daphne shares her tips to having a positive birth! Such as staying healthy working out , doing yoga , journaling , having positive affirmations , doing meditation & so much more ! You definitely want to listen to this positive & inspiring mama 💫💛