In Relation Jaclyn

In the final episode of Season 1, Nat speaks with Erin Bagwell. A documentary film maker, a blogger and a mom, Erin launched her second documentary this May - Year One. Year One follows Erin during her first year of motherhood. Intimate, honest and at some points heart wrenching, Erin explores identity shifts, navigating postpartum depression and as she puts it 'the extraordinary moments of being a mom.'

Nat and Erin talked about vulnerability, asking for help and what moms can actually go through - that so many people never see.

If you are struggling or feeling like this new journey is not what you had expected Erin's website has a whole host of resources you can access.

You are not alone, and help will make a difference. Find more information here - http://Erin-bagwell.com/help

In this weeks episode, we are talking to the Uber talented Spiritual Life Coach - Brit Mcquarrie! With 10+ years experience in the health and wellness space she guides and supports clients to help them live their best life. In our conversation we discussed Trauma; why it is such a triggering word, what things in life can be considered a trauma, and everything she has learned about how people can learn and grow through the tough stuff that has happened to them to show up as their healthiest, happiest selves. 
Some of the resources Brit shared can be found here!
Tara Brach Meditations can be found here
On Grief & Grieving by Elizabeth Kübler-Ross can be purchased here
Man's Search for Meaning by Victor Frankl can be purchased here
Connect with Brit on Instagram @britmcquarrie

In this weeks episode, Natalie talks to two incredible women. Hilary struggled for 5 years to grow her family with her husband. When the losses were too much for her body, and her heart, they embarked on a remarkable journey of Surrogacy. 

After a unique share on social media, the lives of acquaintances Hilary & Jacqueline intersected in a heartwarming and totally Extra way - resulting in the ride of a lifetime for both of them.

These women share an incredibly personal story about the logistics, legalities & love all woven together in a surrogacy. 

Thank you to Hilary Rivett, Jacqueline Paton-Boyle and their families for sharing this story. 

In this weeks episode, we are thrilled to announce a new addition! Nat Buchanan has officially joined us as a Guest Host! Listen in to learn what she'll be talking about and when you can hear from her!

With her wealth of knowledge and experience she brings a unique perspective to discussions everywhere from fertility, to pregnancy to motherhood. As a Doula, Nat believes that knowledge is power, and in the complicated and confusing road to building a family, that knowledge can support families to do what feels right. In her first episode, she speaks to friend & sister-in-law Jamie, who after two C-sections advocated for herself to deliver her third bundle of joy via VBAC.

Jamie is strong and driven and her story of the trauma she experienced with her previous births, motivated her to reflect on what she wanted, and fight for it.

Jamie & Nat have a great conversation about the power of each woman's choice. Not doctors, or medical professionals, they are sharing their experience with the tough stuff and the overwhelming pride that comes from doing your homework and sticking up for yourself.

Resources

For information on VBAC - thevbaclink.com

The Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada - sogc.org

The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists - acog.org

Find Nat on Instagram @natalb_doula

In this weeks episode, we are thrilled to announce a new addition! Nat Buchanan has officially joined us as a Guest Host! Listen in to learn what she'll be talking about and when you can hear from her!

With her wealth of knowledge and experience she brings a unique perspective to discussions everywhere from fertility, to pregnancy to motherhood. As a Doula, Nat believes that knowledge is power, and in the complicated and confusing road to building a family, that knowledge can support families to do what feels right. In her first episode, she speaks to friend & sister-in-law Jamie, who after two C-sections advocated for herself to deliver her third bundle of joy via VBAC.

Jamie is strong and driven and her story of the trauma she experienced with her previous births, motivated her to reflect on what she wanted, and fight for it.

Jamie & Nat have a great conversation about the power of each woman's choice. Not doctors, or medical professionals, they are sharing their experience with the tough stuff and the overwhelming pride that comes from doing your homework and sticking up for yourself.

Resources

For information on VBAC - thevbaclink.com

The Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists of Canada - sogc.org

The American College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists - acog.org

Find Nat on Instagram @natalb_doula

Mama, BFF & powerhouse Natalie Buchanan is on today to talk REAL. On her journey to become a Doula she has learned so much about fertility, pregnancy and motherhood, and I wanted to know what in her life inspired her to explore something totally outside of her professional lane. She discusses her own health challenges, how her pregnancies differed, how she finally advocated for herself and how that experience inspired her quest to become a Doula.

With intentions to support families in all different parts of the Doula industry, she had questions for me about how to support those suffering through a miscarriage. She also wanted all the details, like ALL of them. So it's a long one, it's a detailed one but hopefully its an informative one, helping those who've never experienced with tools that can assist them in supporting others.

Follow Natalie for all the realness that is fertility, pregnancy, birth & postpartum @natalb_doula