MamaThrive

Kendra Blake
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Motherhood is more than a role to manage or survive — it is a profound rite of passage that reshapes identity, values, relationships, and how a woman experiences herself. Hosted by Kendra Blake, the Mama Thrive Podcast offers a compassion-led space for honest reflections and conversations with mothers and the professionals who support them. Grounded in the Reclaimed Motherhood Method™, each episode explores motherhood as a developmental and embodied experience — moving beyond coping and performance toward understanding, integration, and purpose.

  1. 26 mei

    Maternal Anxiety & High-Achieving Mothers: Finding Calm with Kate Kripke

    So many capable, high-achieving women enter motherhood expecting to adapt — and instead find themselves feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure of themselves in ways they never anticipated. In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by Kate Kripke to explore why motherhood can feel so destabilising, even for women who have previously navigated complex and demanding lives with ease. Kate’s work focuses on supporting mothers to understand their anxiety through the lens of the nervous system and attachment — helping them move away from pressure and perfectionism, and toward calm, confidence, and connection. Together, we explore: • Why high-achieving women often find motherhood unexpectedly overwhelming • What’s happening in the nervous system during anxiety and reactivity • How perfectionism and control show up in parenting • The role of emotional discomfort in healthy attachment • How mothers can begin to find steadiness and trust themselves again This conversation is a powerful reframe for mothers who feel like they should be coping — but aren’t. Because the answer isn’t doing more. It’s understanding what’s really happening beneath the surface. About Kate Kate Kripke is a maternal mental health expert, therapist, and coach with over 20 years of experience supporting mothers. She specialises in working with high-achieving women navigating anxiety, overwhelm, and identity shifts in motherhood, using neuroscience, attachment theory, and nervous system regulation to help them move into a more grounded and connected experience of parenting. Kate’s work supports mothers in releasing perfectionism, building emotional resilience, and creating deeper connection with themselves and their children. Connect with Kate Kripke: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katekripke/ • Website: https://www.katekripke.com/

    44 min.

  2. 12 mei

    Maternal Rage & Overwhelm: Understanding Your Nervous System with Claire Judd

    Maternal anger is one of the most common — and least talked about — experiences in motherhood. So many mothers find themselves reacting in ways that feel unfamiliar, intense, or out of character… and then carrying deep guilt and shame afterwards. In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by Claire Judd to have an honest and compassionate conversation about maternal rage, emotional overwhelm, and what’s really happening beneath these moments. Claire’s work supports mothers in understanding their emotional responses through the lens of the nervous system — helping them move away from self-blame and toward deeper self-understanding. Together, we explore: • What maternal rage actually is — and why it happens • What’s going on in the nervous system during moments of overwhelm • Why everyday triggers can feel so intense in motherhood • The role of shame and silence in keeping mothers stuck • How to begin responding with more awareness and compassion This episode is a powerful reminder that your reactions are not a reflection of your worth as a mother — they are signals from a system that is carrying too much, often without enough support. About Claire Claire Judd is a therapist who specialises in supporting mothers experiencing anxiety, overwhelm, and anger in motherhood. Her work focuses particularly on maternal rage — helping women understand the deeper emotional and nervous system patterns behind their reactions, reduce shame, and develop more compassionate and sustainable ways of responding. Claire offers a grounded, non-judgemental approach that supports mothers in making sense of their experiences and reconnecting with themselves. Connect with Claire Judd: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clairejuddtherapy/ • Website: https://www.clairejudd.co.uk/therapyformums

    40 min.

  3. 28 apr

    From Depletion to Vitality: Nourishment, Nervous System & Motherhood with Emma Morris

    So many mothers are told they’re just tired. But what if what you’re feeling goes deeper than that? In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by Emma Morris to explore the reality of postpartum depletion — and why so many mothers are running on empty without fully understanding why. Emma’s work sits at the intersection of clinical nutrition, psychology, and nervous system support, helping mothers move beyond surface-level solutions and into true, sustainable healing. Together, we explore: • The difference between everyday tiredness and deeper depletion • How the nervous system, nutrition, and identity shifts are interconnected • Why “just rest more” isn’t enough for many mothers • The hidden ways depletion shows up physically and emotionally • How mothers can begin rebuilding energy and vitality from the inside out This conversation is a powerful reminder that what you’re feeling is not a failure — it’s information. And when we begin to understand what our bodies are asking for, everything starts to shift. About Emma Emma Morris is a maternal health practitioner who integrates clinical nutrition, psychology, and nervous system awareness to support mothers experiencing depletion, burnout, and loss of self. Her work focuses on helping women restore their energy, reconnect with their bodies, and reclaim a sense of vitality and purpose in motherhood — not through pressure or perfection, but through deep, sustainable support. Connect with Emma Morris: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmamorrisnutrition/ • Website: https://www.maiamothers.com.au/

    44 min.

  4. 22 apr

    Coming Back to Your Body: Nervous System Support in Motherhood with Gea Krajcar

    So many mothers move through their days feeling disconnected from themselves. Functioning. Coping. Getting through. But beneath that… there’s often a quiet sense of tension, overwhelm, or even numbness that’s hard to put into words. In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by Gea Krajcar, founder of Soma Yoga, to explore what it really means to come back into your body after motherhood. Gea’s work blends somatic awareness, nervous system regulation, and movement — helping women move beyond simply “doing yoga” and into a deeper relationship with their body, their emotions, and their internal experience. Together, we explore: • Why so many mothers feel disconnected from their bodies after having children • What’s actually happening in the nervous system when we feel overwhelmed or shut down • The difference between movement as exercise vs movement as regulation • How to begin listening to your body — even if that feels unfamiliar • Simple, accessible ways to support your nervous system in everyday moments This conversation is a gentle but powerful reminder that your body is not something to fix or push through — it’s something to come home to. If you’ve been feeling stretched, numb, or like you’ve lost touch with yourself in motherhood… this episode offers a different way back. As always, we continue this conversation over on Instagram. Come join us there. Connect with Gea Krajcar: • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geakrajcar/ • Website: https://www.geakrajcar.com/ About Gea: Gea Krajcar is a somatic practitioner and the founder of Soma Yoga, where she supports women in reconnecting with their bodies through movement, nervous system awareness, and embodied practice. Her work goes beyond traditional yoga, integrating somatics and nervous system regulation to help women move out of patterns of tension, overwhelm, and disconnection, and into a more grounded, responsive, and connected way of being. Gea’s approach is gentle, deeply intuitive, and rooted in the belief that the body holds its own wisdom — and that healing begins when we learn to listen rather than override.

    47 min.

  5. 23 mrt

    The Self-Compassion That Mothers Actually Need with Suzy Reading

    Motherhood asks so much of us — emotionally, mentally, physically — and yet many mothers move through this transition feeling unsupported, overwhelmed, and quietly questioning themselves. In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by psychologist, wellbeing expert, and author Suzy Reading for a thoughtful and deeply compassionate conversation about the realities of modern motherhood. Suzy’s work focuses on helping women develop sustainable wellbeing practices and cultivate self-compassion in the midst of life’s demands — something that feels particularly vital for mothers navigating the emotional and identity shifts that come with caring for others. Together, we explore: • Why motherhood can feel so emotionally intense and destabilising • The hidden pressures mothers carry every day • How self-compassion changes the way we experience overwhelm • The difference between self-care and sustainable wellbeing • Practical ways to build resilience within the realities of motherhood This conversation offers reassurance, insight, and practical tools for mothers who want to care for themselves with the same compassion they offer everyone else. If you’ve ever felt stretched, depleted, or unsure how to hold everything motherhood asks of you, this episode is a gentle reminder that you are not alone — and that caring for yourself is not selfish, but essential. As always, we continue this conversation over on Instagram. Come join us there.  Resources:  WebsiteInstagram About Suzy Reading Suzy Reading is a Chartered Psychologist and one of the UK’s leading self-care and self-advocacy experts. She has three decades of experience in the health and wellbeing industry, drawing on her qualifications in yoga and personal training, together with psychology, to empower people with sustainable healthy lifestyle habits. Suzy has a special interest in helping people heal their relationship with ‘self’. She is a monthly columnist for Top Sante Magazine; the Psychology Expert for Neom Organics; the Wellbeing Ambassador for BABTAC and is a founding member of the ‘Nourish’ app. She is the author of The Little Book of Self-Care, The Self-Care Revolution, Stand Tall Like a Mountain, Self-care for Tough Times, This Book Will (Help) Make You Happy, And Breathe, Sit to Get Fit, Rest to Reset and Self-care for Winter. How to Be Selfish is hot of the press.

    45 min.
  6. MamaThrive Is Back: Motherhood as a Rite of Passage | Reclaimed Motherhood™

    21 jan

    MamaThrive Is Back: Motherhood as a Rite of Passage | Reclaimed Motherhood™

    Mama Thrive is back — and this return marks a deeper evolution in how we understand and support motherhood. In this opening episode of the new season, host Kendra Blake reflects on why she stepped away, what motherhood has continued to teach her beneath the surface, and how her work has evolved into the Reclaimed Motherhood Method™ — a compassion-led framework that honours motherhood as a rite of passage, rather than a role to simply cope with or perform. Drawing on lived experience and years of supporting mothers in practice, this episode explores matrescence, identity shifts in motherhood, nervous system overwhelm, and the quiet gaps many mothers — and motherhood support professionals — feel within traditional models of care. This episode is an invitation to slow down and re-enter the conversation around motherhood with more depth, nuance, and humanity. It speaks to mothers who sense there is more beneath the surface of modern motherhood, and to the therapists, doulas, clinicians, and practitioners who support them and are seeking more embodied, ethical, and sustainable ways of working. Mama Thrive now sits at the intersection of motherhood and motherhood support — offering honest reflections, thoughtful conversations, and a reframing of motherhood not as something to “get through,” but something to reclaim, integrate, and live with meaning

    15 min.
  7. Matrescence and the Emotions that we Experience as Mothers

    14-02-2025

    Matrescence and the Emotions that we Experience as Mothers

    Due to the sensitive nature of some of the information covered in this conversation, please note the following: Dr Caroline Boyd and Kendra start the call with a discussion concerning Intrusive Thoughts. It's important to make a distinction between the kinds of intrusive thoughts Caroline talks about and the kinds of thoughts arising in postpartum psychosis. Signs of postpartum psychosis can include mania, delusions and hallucinations - Action on Postpartum Psychosis offer more information & resources. If you're having an overwhelming sense or intention to hurt yourself or your baby, and making plans to do so, please seek help immediately, by calling 999 or visiting your local A&E. In this episode of MamaThrive, I have the privilege of being joined by Caroline Boyd, a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years’ experience working to support parents perinatally. Together we explore how our experience of motherhood is driven by the patriarchal society we live in, and the internalised beliefs we hold around what makes a “good girl” and “good mother”. We discuss the effects this has on our expression of our emotions - especially anger - and how we can best care for ourselves within our very human experience of being mamas.  If you have found yourself struggling with feelings such as anger, shame or guilt in motherhood then I’d love to invite you to listen to this episode. Dr Boyd has a gentle, validating and affirming manner to her approach to emotions in motherhood - and it’s a must listen!  I’d love to hear your experience of this episode, please feel free to drop a comment below with any of your thoughts and share the link with anyone whom you think might benefit from giving this episode a listen! As always, we continue this conversation over onInstagram. Come join us there.  Resources:  WebsiteInstagramAbout Caroline Boyd Caroline Boyd is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with over 10 years’ experience working in the NHS and mental health settings. She specialises in supporting parents perinatally - from pregnancy to childbirth and all aspects of the transition to parenthood. She is the author of Mindful, New Mom: A Mind-Body Approach to the Highs and Lows of Motherhood’ and offers a range of courses and resources to support parents at all stages of their parenting journeys. If this episode raises any concerns for you please talk to a trusted health professional such as your GP. You can also reach out to the services below: UK: PANDAS - 0808 1961 776 Samaritans – 116 123 US: Postpartum Support International - 1-800-944-4773 (4PPD) For emergency help - call 999 or visit your local A&E department

    35 min.
  8. Mothering, Imprints, Connection & Compassion

    10-12-2024

    Mothering, Imprints, Connection & Compassion

    In this episode of MamaThrive, I have the privilege of being joined by Lael Stone as we dive into what it means to bring connection and compassion into our mothering journeys. In this episode we explore the fundamental shift that women go through when they become mothers, and how we often bring our own childhood stories into our roles as parents. We discuss the ways in which we can become more conscious about how we mother our children, and tools and strategies to deepen our connection to ourselves and our little ones.  This episode is for you if you see motherhood as an opportunity for deep healing and desire to build awareness around your own stories so that you can actively choose how you would like to mother your children, whilst still remaining connected with yourself.  I’d love to hear your experience of this episode, please feel free to drop a comment below with any of your thoughts and share the link with anyone whom you think might benefit from giving this episode a listen! As always, we continue this conversation over on Instagram. Come join us there.  Resources:  Website Instagram About Lael Stone Lael Stone is an Australian Speaker, Educator and Author whose passion is supporting parents to understand their children, helping adults process their own childhood trauma and creating education systems that value emotional awareness. She is a wife and mother of three big kids – who are teenagers and young adults and she is currently putting all her research into practice with them!  All her work is based on the fundamental principles of connection and compassion. The purpose of her work is to help all humans understand themselves better and be inspired to live the life they desire.

    45 min.
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Motherhood is more than a role to manage or survive — it is a profound rite of passage that reshapes identity, values, relationships, and how a woman experiences herself. Hosted by Kendra Blake, the Mama Thrive Podcast offers a compassion-led space for honest reflections and conversations with mothers and the professionals who support them. Grounded in the Reclaimed Motherhood Method™, each episode explores motherhood as a developmental and embodied experience — moving beyond coping and performance toward understanding, integration, and purpose.

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