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Motherhood changes us. As the generation who were told we could do anything and be anything we want to be, accepting the changes that come with motherhood can be very difficult.
This podcast is a collection of stories of matrescence, motherhood, womanhood and change, told by our Mama Rising coaches and mothers around the globe. Through our stories and community, we hope that the wisdom of the rite of passage of matrescence spreads far and wide, and that we can begin to change the way we see, value and support ALL mothers everywhere. Because we really need it.

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The Happy Mama Movement with Amy Taylor-Kabbaz Amy Taylor-Kabbaz

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    • 4.9 • 121 Ratings

Motherhood changes us. As the generation who were told we could do anything and be anything we want to be, accepting the changes that come with motherhood can be very difficult.
This podcast is a collection of stories of matrescence, motherhood, womanhood and change, told by our Mama Rising coaches and mothers around the globe. Through our stories and community, we hope that the wisdom of the rite of passage of matrescence spreads far and wide, and that we can begin to change the way we see, value and support ALL mothers everywhere. Because we really need it.

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    #257 | THE SPIRITUAL ASSIGNMENT OF MATRESCENCE | WITH KELLY VAN ZANDT

    #257 | THE SPIRITUAL ASSIGNMENT OF MATRESCENCE | WITH KELLY VAN ZANDT

    What if we were to view the experience of Matrescence as a spiritual assignment?
    How would we feel if we knew that all we are going through is actually here to help us grow?
    Would that make this wild ride any different?
    Over the years, I have interviewed many different authors and experts about matrescence and motherhood - but rarely have I been so inspired to view this experience as a deeply spiritual one as when I spoke with Kelly Van Zandt.
    Kelly is the author behind "Powerful Postpartum: Unveiling the Spiritual Depths of Motherhood", bringing together her own spiritual studies with training in Vedic Counselling and postpartum studies. She is also a graduate candidate in Marriage and Family Therapy, which allows her to explore the tender topic of family dynamics and emotional well-being in a beautiful approachable way.
    And in her own graceful way, somehow inspired me to consider this gift of motherhood in a new way.
    I know it will do the same for you.
    Kelly will be releasing her next book, "Your Baby Your Guru," in late 2024, in which she will uncover the sacred connections between mothers and their little ones, and exactly what they are here to teach us.
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    FIND OUT MORE ABOUT KELLY HERE:
    ORDER KELLYS BOOK: Powerful Postpartum, Exploring the Spiritual Significance of Motherhood HERE: www.powerfulpostpartum.com

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    • 31 min
    #256 | TAKE THE MIC | WITH CAROLINA SALDARRIAGA

    #256 | TAKE THE MIC | WITH CAROLINA SALDARRIAGA

    Imagine if we could translate the word Matrescence into all the different languages, ensuring that this powerful new understanding of the rite of passage of motherhood is deeply understood by each and every women? Imagine if it was not only translated, but also shared through local cultures and traditions, bringing back a connection between mothers, women and the cycles of life?
    Just imagine!
    Today's special "Take The Mic" episode - where we hand my microphone (and platform) over to one of our amazing Mama Rising Coaches - is all about that vision, and more!
    Carolina Saldarriaga is a certified fertility awareness educator, Mama Rising Facilitator, and the visionary behind 'Tus Reglas'. Even as a pioneer in the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM), nothing could fully prepare Carolina for the emotional and practical hurdles of motherhood - that is, until she found out about Matrescence.
    In this beautiful biographical episode, Carolina passionately advocates for introducing "matrescence" in Spanish, envisioning a future where this transformative concept becomes a societal norm. She is deeply passionate to share this insight in her own language for all women, from navigating pregnancy and postpartum, to fertility challenges, and empower women in her part of the world to understand their own bodies and cycles through the lens of Matrescence.
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    CONNECT WITH CAROLINA HERE:
    INSTAGRAM: @sontusreglas
    WEBSITE: www.tusreglas.com

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    • 12 min
    #255 | A NEW APPROACH TO STRENGTH AND SUCCESS FOR WORKING MOTHERS | WITH SARA PANTRY

    #255 | A NEW APPROACH TO STRENGTH AND SUCCESS FOR WORKING MOTHERS | WITH SARA PANTRY

    Matrescence and the experience of becoming a mother changes us in the most profound ways - and often in the way we most need.
    Take our guest Sara Pantry's story as an example:
    A hugely successful woman by anyone's measure, having turned her ambition into action over and over again, leading to her position at LinkedIn as Senior Workplace Leader, specialising in creating exceptional employee experiences and fostering engaging workplaces. Including ensuring women are supported after returning from maternity leave.
    But two years ago, Sara welcomed her two year old son into this world - and so began the biggest inner shift she has ever faced.
    What she used to see as her strengths and very foundation of success was shaken up. And who she wanted to be - and what she wanted to do - changed for ever.
    Sara shares her insights into redefining strength and success, and the work she is now doing within LinkedIn, and as the driving force behind She Thrives—a sanctuary for modern working mothers—and From Me To We, a movement dedicated to uplifting and acknowledging working mothers. Sara’s created a supportive space where we can all share our stories, draw inspiration from role models, and offer wisdom through letters to our pre-mama selves.
     
    And if you want to join Sara and her growing community, and share your journey, simply email sara@shethrives.net to express your interest, and you'll receive all the details and next steps to participate.
     
    Connect with Sara on LinkedIn (www.linkedin.com/in/sara-pantry) and Instagram (@she_thrives_tribe) to stay updated on the stories being shared and further updates!

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    • 34 min
    #254 | LOVING YOURSELF THROUGH THE SPIKY UGLY BITS OF MOTHERHOOD |WITH LEONIE DAWSON

    #254 | LOVING YOURSELF THROUGH THE SPIKY UGLY BITS OF MOTHERHOOD |WITH LEONIE DAWSON

    Welcome back, Mamas.
    "I love my children deeply and ferociously. I would choose them again. I was born to be their mother. And still, it is hard. And fraught with the pains of being human, of living in a world with physical and energetic limitations."
    This was the start of the social media post by the phenomenal Leonie Dawson that spurred this interview... and sparked one of the most honest and moving conversations about motherhood, forgiveness, and acceptance.
    As an entrepreneur, Leonie has generated $14 million in revenue - working just 10 hours a week. Her books have sold around the globe, and she is beacon of honesty in a world that often tries to sell us a perfect picture of success.
    But Leonie is also a mama who deeply struggled with the early years of motherhood, and through her own deep healing of her family line, and the diagnosis of both Auticism and ADHD, has finally been able to accept herself as a mother - in all the spiky ugly bits.
    FULL VIDEO PRESENTATION HERE: https://youtu.be/2jYzuzn-6Bg
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    FIND OUT MORE ABOUT LEONIE HERE:
    www.leoniedawson.com
    https://www.youtube.com/@GoddessLeonie
    https://www.instagram.com/leonie_dawson/


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    • 34 min
    #253| WHY WOMEN NEED CIRCLES | WITH RACHAEL ROSE

    #253| WHY WOMEN NEED CIRCLES | WITH RACHAEL ROSE

    It can take years to process what we went through in pregnancy and early motherhood. ⁠

    Especially if we didn't understand it at the time, or had a safe space to share. ⁠

    As Rachael Rose shares this week, it's been seven years since she was incredibly ill with hyperemesis gravidarum in pregnancy... ⁠

    and she's still trying to process it. ⁠

    But seven years on, it's also why she now does the work that she does - creating Women's Circles and training others to do the same. ⁠
    Rachael is a doula, trained facilitator, Women's Circle leader and creator of 'Together: Women's Circle Facilitator Training Program'.

    Because as she shares: we need these spaces to heal. But we also really need these spaces to share our stories. ⁠
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    FIND OUT MORE ABOUT RACHAEL:
    Follow on instagram.
    Or read more about her work.


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    • 38 min
    #252 | "TAKE THE MIC" | WITH FABIOLA BALANOS

    #252 | "TAKE THE MIC" | WITH FABIOLA BALANOS

    Welcome to "TAKE THE MIC" - a brand new style podcast episode!
    Every month I will be handing my microphone over to one of our phenomenal Mama Rising coaches somewhere in the world to host my podcast and share their story. 
    This isn't me interviewing them - this is them HOSTING the show! 
    They introduce themselves, share their story of Matrescence and motherhood, and the experiences of mothers in their region. 
    They are the host, the expert, and the leader. 
    And I couldn't be more excited to share this with you! 
    Our first Take the Mic is Fabiola Balanos, Co-founder of the first consultancy company dedicated to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Wellbeing in Costa Rica.
    Fabiola shares with us not only her own experience of becoming a mother and trying to balance her new identity with her passion for human resources, but also how she wants to support and change the way mothers balance work and motherhood in South America. 
    Watch the Full Audio-Visual presentation HERE: https://youtu.be/GbC8cNpfj-8
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    FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FABIOLA HERE:
    Instagram
    Shift506 website
    LinkedIn


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    • 15 min

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121 Ratings

121 Ratings

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Thank you for all you are doing for mothers

Love this podcast! It has helped me so much as a new mum of two…thank you for everything you are doing to helps mothers like me feel “normal”

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So many truths to motherhood spoken

I have been listening to Amy’s podcast through many years of my motherhood journey and she has consistently spoken truth to my experiences. She has made me feel seen and validated and listening to her podcast has brought so many guests who do the same. A balm to the sharp edges of doubt for any new mum.

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A must listen for every mama

I have just found this podcast but every episode I have listened to so far has made me cry from the overwhelming sense of empathy and understanding that flows from Amy and her guests. It is like a great warm hug from one mama to another.

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