Postpartum like a boss Gemma Smith
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- Health & Fitness
Talking all things early parenthood. Postpartum like a boss is brought to you by Gemma Smith, in unfiltered conversation with parents about the inevitable highs, lows and genuine WTFs of the transition to parenthood.
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62 | Living with Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG) - with Amber-lee @thepowerofbirth
In this episode we are so lucky to be joined by Amber-lee @thepowerofbirth to talk all things HG. Amber-lee is a final year Master of Psychology student who experienced HG in both of her unexpected pregnancies. I love the way Amber-lee so eloquently describes the complexity of living with HG both during and after pregnancy as we chat through HG's biological, psychological and social impacts and the importance of systemic change for those who experience HG.
Resources:
1:1 Counselling support
- Book a 1:1 counselling session with Gemma at Three Little Birds today
Connect with Amber-lee
@thepowerofbirth on Instagram Or via her website https://www.thepowerofbirth.net/ HG resources
https://www.hyperemesis.org/our-foundation/
https://www.hyperemesisaustralia.org.au/
Trigger warnings
This episode discusses ease of conception, maternal suicide, mother and infant health risks with HG and abortion.
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61 | A coaching approach to guilt in motherhood - with @sarahkate.coaching
In this episode I chat with life and mindset coach Sarah Kate about her tricky transition to parenthood during COVID and how she uses her psych science/ counselling background in her coaching work with mothers. Specifically, Sarah Kate and I focus her unique framework for working with mothers experiencing guilt.
Resources:
1:1 Counselling support
- Book a 1:1 counselling session with Gemma at Three Little Birds today
Connect with Sarah Kate
@sarah.katecoaching on Instagram Or via her website https://www.sarahkatecoaching.com/ Please read my full disclaimer prior to listening. -
60 | Matricentric feminism - with Yara Heary @lifeafterbirthpsychology
In this episode we are joined by Yara Heary, principal psychologist and owner of @lifeafterbirthpsychology. Yara and I spoke about her poignant journey to this work through motherhood, the concept of matricentric feminism and how it applies to our lived experiences as women and mothers. There are so many beautiful reflections in this episode, particularly around the sacredness of connections between women. I'm certain you'll enjoy this one.
Resources:
1:1 Counselling support
- Book a 1:1 counselling session with Gemma at Three Little Birds today
Connect with Yara
@lifeafterbirthpsychology on Instagram Or via her website https://www.lifeafterbirth.com.au/ Disclaimer
Please read my full disclaimer prior to listening.
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59 | Chat series - Getting un-stuck in 2024 - With Kathryn @_motherup
Welcome back to our first episode of 2024!
We are so happy to be back with our first chat series episode for the year - all about feeling 'stuck' and working through it. We chat about what we've found challenging recently, how we know when we are getting stuck and what things help us the most (plus the bonus things that most certainly do not help in retrospect but are good for a laugh).
A quick reminder I am now available again for face to face counselling for the first time in several months. Booking details are in the link below - I'd love to help you get un-stuck in 2024 if it's been a challenging one so far/ if you've been holding on to a heap of stuff you'd love to finally put down this year. Let's make it happen.
Resources:
1:1 Counselling support
- Book a 1:1 counselling session with Gemma today
Connect with Kathryn
- @_motherup on Instagram
Disclaimer
Please read my full disclaimer prior to listening. -
58 | Chat series - On prep for daycare, kindy and school parenting - With Kathryn @_motherup
In the very first episode of my new 'Chat series' on the podcast - I team up with guest co-host Kathryn @_motherup to chat through a big end of year topic for many early years parents - preparing for daycare, kindy (pre-school) or primary school parenthood.
Resources:
1:1 Counselling support
- Book a 1:1 counselling session with Gemma today
Connect with Kathryn
- @_motherup on Instagram
Trigger warnings
This episode discusses chronic illness, fertility complications, pregnancy loss, significant perinatal mental health challenges and infant hospitalisation/ illness.
Disclaimer
Please read my full disclaimer prior to listening. -
57 | Exploring isolation in motherhood - With Gemma Smith
In this episode I explore the many ways new and expectant parents might feel isolated in the perinatal period. This includes discussion around isolation:
Physically/ geographically From experiences/ hobbies Within relationships Regarding purpose I also share several top mental health and connectivity tips/ things to try when feeling isolated during this time.
Resources:
1:1 Counselling support
– Book a 1:1 counselling session with Gemma today
As discussed in the episode:
Insight Timer App
COPE groups and resources
PANDA helpline and resources
Gidget virtual village
Online mother's group for rural mothers
Disclaimer
Please read my full disclaimer prior to listening.