Wild and Well | Motherhood, Postpartum Wellness and Children’s Health

Dr. Hilary Claire
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A parenting and holistic health podcast for moms who want to support their own wellbeing, raise healthy and resilient children, and create a thriving family life. Wild and Well is a motherhood, parenting, and holistic health podcast that explores women's health, thriving in motherhood, child wellness, and the many factors that shape a thriving family. Hosted by Dr Hilary Claire, clinical psychologist, holistic parenting mentor, and mom of two, the show offers practical, evidence informed conversations to support your health, confidence, and wellbeing through every season of motherhood. Each week, Dr Hilary Claire brings together leading experts and thought leaders to explore holistic health, women's health, nervous system regulation, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, gut health, nutrition, child development, intentional parenting, picky eating, and natural approaches to family wellness. The podcast explores both the science and the everyday realities of raising a family, helping you make informed decisions about your health, your parenting, and your home environment. Through conversations that blend expert knowledge with practical application, you'll gain insights that support both your wellbeing and your children's long term health. Through interviews with doctors, psychologists, naturopaths, doulas, nutrition professionals, functional health practitioners, parenting experts, and mothers, we explore the topics that matter most to modern mothers. From hormone balance and gut health to emotional wellbeing, feeding challenges, and raising resilient children, each episode is designed to help you feel more informed, empowered, and supported. Whether you're navigating postpartum fatigue, perimenopause, digestive concerns, motherhood burnout, picky eating, parenting challenges, or simply looking for a more holistic approach to family health, Wild and Well provides actionable strategies and fresh perspectives to help you build sustainable habits that support lifelong wellbeing.

  1. 2d ago

    Herbs for First Aid, Skin Health and Nervous System Support with the co-founder of Green Goo Jodi Scott | Episode 120

    What if your skin is doing far more than protecting your body? From nervous system signalling to immune function, the health of your skin may influence much more than most people realize. In this episode, I am talking to Jodi Scott, co-founder of Green Goo. We explore the connection between skin health, the nervous system, herbal first aid, inflammation, and why reconnecting with plants and nature can support overall wellness. Jodi also shares practical ways to build a natural first aid kit and simple daily habits that can support both physical and mental health. Jodi and I talk about: Why the skin is closely connected to the nervous system, immune system, and overall health How everyday skincare products may influence the body's stress response The role of herbs in plant-based first aid and wound care Why calendula, yarrow, chamomile, arnica, and plantain are commonly used in herbal skincare How nourishing the skin may support hydration, skin barrier health, and inflammation management The connection between chronic skin issues and overall wellness Simple ways to incorporate herbs into daily life through teas, tinctures, and skincare How mindful moments can help regulate the nervous system Jodi's SHAMAN framework for supporting everyday wellness Why nature plays an important role in stress management and recovery How to create a simple, versatile natural first aid kit for the whole family Considerations when introducing herbal products to babies and children Jodi Scott is the co-founder of Green Goo, a plant-based first aid and skincare company she built alongside her mother and sister. With a background in biology, health psychology, and the mind-body connection, she is passionate about helping people understand the relationship between skin health, nervous system regulation, and overall wellbeing.  After growing Green Goo from handmade herbal infusions in a family kitchen into a nationally distributed brand, Jodi continues to advocate for plant-based wellness and whole-person healing. Living and working on a family farm, she helps people reconnect with nature, build confidence in herbal remedies, and approach health with curiosity, compassion, and practicality.   Episode Links  Say hi to Jodi at Green Goo Helps on Instagram Try the gorgeous Green Goo products and use the code DRHILARYCLAIRE for 10% off Come say hi to me on Instagram Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Picky Eating Guide: Learn about common but lesser-known reasons kids are picky eaters and practical strategies to help children enjoy healthy foods.   Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness. I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    Herbs for First Aid, Skin Health and Nervous System Support with the co-founder of Green Goo Jodi Scott | Episode 120

  2. Sep 6

    Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS): Understanding Symptoms, Diagnosis Gaps, and Advocacy with Megan Stewart

    Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) is often misunderstood, misnamed, and missed for years,even when symptoms begin early in life. So much so that it recently even had a rebrand and is now more appropriately called now be called Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). In this episode, we are still referring to it as PCOS, despite this new more appropriate name.  I am speaking with Megan Stewart, founder and executive director of the PCOS Awareness Association, about what PCOS actually is, why diagnosis is often delayed, and how symptoms can look completely different from person to person. We also explore the emotional, metabolic, and systemic nature of the condition, and why self-advocacy plays such an important role in care. Megan and I chat about:  Why PCOS is more accurately an endocrine and metabolic condition, not just an ovarian issue The wide range of symptoms, including hair changes, acne, mood shifts, and insulin resistance Why PCOS often goes undiagnosed for years and is frequently dismissed as “normal puberty” How PCOS can impact fertility, mental health, and long-term metabolic health The role of insulin resistance and how it connects to broader systemic symptoms Why no two PCOS presentations look the same The importance of asking for specific lab tests and understanding your own results How lifestyle approaches like nutrition, movement, and stress support can be highly individual Why self-advocacy and education are critical in closing the diagnostic gap The value of community support and resources for individuals and families navigating PCOS Megan Stewart is the Founder and Executive Director of PCOS Awareness Association, one of the leading organizations dedicated to education, advocacy, and support for people with PCOS. She works to close the diagnosis gap, improve healthcare equity, and empower individuals to understand and advocate for their own bodies. Through community programs and nationwide initiatives, Megan champions compassionate, evidence-based PCOS care. Episode Links Follow PCOS Awareness Association on Instagram  Visit pcosaa.org Learn more about PCOS at pcoscon.org  Come say hi to me on Instagram Free Journal: Release Mama, Let Go of Overwhelm, Exhaustion and Depletion in Motherhood  Free Motherhood Manifestation: Your Vibrant Life Manifestation  Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Picky Eating Guide: Learn about common but lesser-known reasons kids are picky eaters and practical strategies to help children enjoy healthy foods. Resources I Am Loving Ananda Elixirs – Delicious functional mushroom wellness elixirs. Get 20% off  Fertility & Beyond – Natural solutions for your fertility struggles Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness. I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS): Understanding Symptoms, Diagnosis Gaps, and Advocacy with Megan Stewart

  3. Aug 30

    Low Tox Living for Families with Krissy Ballinger | Episode 118

    Many parents are paying closer attention to what goes into their food, but what about the products they use on their skin, in their homes, and around their children every day? In this episode, I am talking to low tox living educator and author Krissy Ballinger about reducing everyday chemical exposure, simplifying home and personal care products, and making practical low tox changes without striving for perfection. We also discuss simple DIY alternatives, how to approach low tox living without overwhelm, and the importance of focusing on the foundations of health. Krissy and I talk about: How to approach reducing chemical exposure without aiming for perfection Why starting with one simple swap can make low tox living more manageable Why fragrance is one of the first things to reduce Practical ways to improve indoor air quality at home Simple DIY products that can replace multiple household items How to simplify beauty and cleaning routines using fewer products Easy homemade cleaning solutions using ingredients like vinegar and castile soap The importance of reading labels and questioning product marketing claims Teaching children healthy habits through everyday actions and routines Krissy Ballinger is a former health and physical education teacher, author, and educator who helps families simplify low tox living. Through her books, website, recipes, and educational resources, she teaches practical ways to reduce unnecessary chemical exposure using simple, affordable alternatives. Her work focuses on empowering people to make informed choices about the products they use in their homes and on their bodies. Episode Links Connect with Krissy on Instagram Start making your own products with Krissy’s DIY recipes  Get a copy of Krissy’s books  Become a label detective Come say hi to me on Instagram Free Journal: Release Mama, Let Go of Overwhelm, Exhaustion and Depletion in Motherhood  Free Motherhood Manifestation: Your Vibrant Life Manifestation   Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Picky Eating Guide: Learn about common but lesser-known reasons kids are picky eaters and practical strategies to help children enjoy healthy foods. Resources I Am Loving Green Goo – Natural plant powered first aid and skincare remedies. Get 10% off with code: DRHILARYCLAIRE Kultured Wellness – Yogurt and kefir cultures and everything you need for optimal gut health. Use code WILDANDWELL The Brain Health Movement – Whole Child Healing Roadmap is a science-backed courses that decode the root causes of your child's struggles. Get £200 off with code WILDANDWELL Ellie’s Earth Use code wildwell20 for 20% off for natural deodorant MamaZen App – Become a happier and calmer mom through cognitive hypnotherapy, CBT, and mindfulness. Use code 9c  Fertility & Beyond – Natural solutions for your fertility struggles Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness. I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    Low Tox Living for Families with Krissy Ballinger | Episode 118

  4. Aug 23

    EMDR Therapy and Trauma Healing with Trauma Therapist and Social Worker Kelsey Cicci | Episode 117

    Many mothers find themselves reacting to their children in ways that feel bigger than the situation in front of them. These moments can be confusing, especially when your logical mind knows you want to respond differently but your body takes over. In this episode, I am talking to Kelsey Cicci, a registered social worker and psychotherapist, about how past experiences and trauma shape our nervous system, how these patterns show up in parenting, and how EMDR therapy can support healing and emotional regulation. Kelsey and I talk about: How past experiences shape beliefs, reactions, and parenting patterns in everyday life Why nervous system responses like fight, flight, freeze, and fawn can take over during stressful parenting moments How to recognise when you are reacting from an unhealed or younger part of yourself The difference between emotional triggers linked to trauma versus stress, burnout, or physiological factors like sleep and blood sugar What EMDR therapy is and how it helps the brain reprocess distressing memories The difference between traditional “counteractive” therapies and transformative approaches like EMDR Why you do not need to remember specific childhood events for EMDR to be effective How EMDR can shift long-held beliefs such as “I am not good enough” or “I am unsafe” What therapy can look like for parents working through complex trauma or ongoing stress How validating children’s emotions supports emotional regulation and long-term resilience The importance of helping children name feelings without confusing emotions with behaviour Why feeling safe enough to feel emotions is essential for both children and adults Kelsey Cicci is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist who believes that deep healing is entirely possible, no matter what you’ve been through. As a private practice owner specializing in trauma treatment with first responders and survivors of childhood trauma, Kelsey predominantly utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR), a transformative tool that helps to alleviate the pain associated with overwhelming past experiences.  Episode Links Follow Kelsey on Instagram Visit Evolve Trauma Therapy  Come say hi to me on Instagram Free Journal: Release Mama, Let Go of Overwhelm, Exhaustion and Depletion in Motherhood  Free Motherhood Manifestation: Your Vibrant Life Manifestation  Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Picky Eating Guide: Learn about common but lesser-known reasons kids are picky eaters and practical strategies to help children enjoy healthy foods. Resources I Am Loving  Ananda Elixirs – Delicious functional mushroom wellness elixirs. Get 20% off  Kultured Wellness – Yogurt and kefir cultures and everything you need for optimal gut health. Use code WILDANDWELL The Brain Health Movement – Whole Child Healing Roadmap is a science-backed courses that decode the root causes of your child's struggles. Get £200 off with code WILDANDWELL Miindfully Tate – The cutest mindful stuffie. Use code WILD+WELL15 for 15% off Ellie’s Earth Use code wildwell20 for 20% off for natural deodorant Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness.  I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    EMDR Therapy and Trauma Healing with Trauma Therapist and Social Worker Kelsey Cicci | Episode 117

  5. Aug 16

    Homeschooling: Curiosity-Led Learning with Jess Drover | Episode 116

    Homeschooling is often less about curriculum and more about how children learn to think, engage, and grow through everyday life. In this conversation, we explore what it looks like to raise curious, capable children in a world that often prioritizes convenience over resilience.  In this episode of Wild and Well, I am talking to Jess Drover again, a homeschooler and mother who also runs a children’s book business. We discuss curiosity-led learning, emotional resilience, and how everyday family life becomes the foundation for education when children are given space to explore, participate, and contribute meaningfully. Listen to episode 67 of the podcast to hear more about homeschooling from Jess.  Jess and I talk about:  What homeschooling looks like when learning is integrated into everyday family life How curiosity-led learning replaces rigid curriculum in her homeschooling approach Why children benefit from discomfort, boredom, and doing difficult things How activities like walking, gardening, and chores build resilience and responsibility Why she believes children need space to struggle rather than be constantly accommodated How intrinsic motivation is strengthened through real-world participation Why she avoids over-structuring learning in favour of child-led curiosity How dopamine, screen exposure, and external stimulation impact motivation  How everyday experiences become opportunities for learning and growth Why capability and confidence matter more than comfort or convenience Jess Drover is a homeschooler and children’s book seller who focuses on curiosity-led learning and child development through everyday life. She integrates education into family routines, nature-based experiences, and real-world responsibilities. Jess is passionate about raising intrinsically motivated, resilient children who learn through participation, exploration, and connection. Books that Jess mentioned:  The Anxious Generation  Simplicity Parenting  Hunt Gather Parent     Links:  Connect with Jess over on Instagram Find out more about the books Jess sells at nocobooklady Come say hi to me on Instagram Free Journal: Release Mama, Let Go of Overwhelm, Exhaustion and Depletion in Motherhood  Free Motherhood Manifestation: Your Vibrant Life Manifestation  Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Picky Eating Guide: Learn about common but lesser-known reasons kids are picky eaters and practical strategies to help children enjoy healthy foods.   Resources I Am Loving The Brain Health Movement – Whole Child Healing Roadmap is a science-backed courses that decode the root causes of your child's struggles. Get £200 off with code WILDANDWELL MamaZen App – Become a happier and calmer mom through cognitive hypnotherapy, CBT, and mindfulness. Use code 9c  Fertility & Beyond – Natural solutions for your fertility struggles   Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness. I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    Homeschooling: Curiosity-Led Learning with Jess Drover | Episode 116

  6. Aug 2

    Postpartum Recovery and the Fourth Trimester with co-founder and CEO of Alma Care Melissa Gallagher | Episode 115

    The weeks after birth can have a profound impact on a mother's physical recovery, mental health, relationship, and long-term wellbeing. Yet many women spend months preparing for birth and very little time preparing for what comes next.  In this episode, I am talking to Melissa Gallagher, co-founder and CEO of AlmaCare, about the realities of postpartum recovery and what mothers need to thrive during the fourth trimester. We discuss sleep deprivation, maternal mental health, recovery, partner communication, and the practical supports that can make a meaningful difference during this life-changing transition.  Melissa and I talk about:  The physical and emotional changes many mothers are unprepared for after birth What a protected fourth trimester can look like in practice The benefits of rest, nourishment, and recovery during the first weeks after birth Why sleep is one of the most important factors for maternal mental health How sleep deprivation can affect mood, resilience, and recovery Why mothers were never meant to navigate postpartum alone How cultural traditions have long prioritized recovery after birth The importance of having clear conversations with your partner before baby arrives Practical ways partners can support recovery and infant feeding goals The role of overnight support, lactation consultants, and in-home care How employers are beginning to support families during the fourth trimester What mothers can do if they are already in postpartum and struggling The three pillars Melissa believes every mother should focus on after birth: feeding baby, recovering physically, and protecting mental health Melissa Gallagher is the Co-Founder and CEO of Alma Care, Canada’s first holistic, in-home postnatal care platform. Alma Care supports families after birth through personalized care delivered by registered nurses, certified doulas, lactation consultants, and maternal health experts. With more than a decade of experience in health, wellness, and consumer brands, Melissa is also a mother who experienced the postpartum care gap firsthand. Inspired by her own journey, she founded Alma Care to help shift postpartum support from an afterthought to a foundation of maternal and family health, with a focus on recovery, prevention, and long-term wellbeing for mothers. Come say hi to me on Instagram Vibrant Mama Quiz: Take the quiz to discover if you are as vibrant as you can be in motherhood and learn practical steps to overcome postnatal exhaustion and burnout.   Free Journal: Release Mama, Let Go of Overwhelm, Exhaustion and Depletion in Motherhood  Free Motherhood Manifestation: Your Vibrant Life Manifestation  Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Motherhood Reset Program: Get in-depth guidance for postpartum recovery, self-care for moms, and energy restoration with this program.    Follow Alma Care on Instagram  Find out how you can get support from Alma Care Reach out to Melissa on LinkedIn Resources I Am Loving  The Brain Health Movement – Whole Child Healing Roadmap is a science-backed courses that decode the root causes of your child's struggles. Get £200 off with code WILDANDWELL Fertility & Beyond – Natural solutions for your fertility struggles   Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness. I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    Postpartum Recovery and the Fourth Trimester with co-founder and CEO of Alma Care Melissa Gallagher | Episode 115

  7. Jul 29

    Social Media Safety for Kids: What Parents Need to Know with Cara Des Granges | Episode 114

    Social media is shaping how children learn, connect, and spend their time online. For many parents, keeping up with cyberbullying, harmful content, online predators, unrealistic beauty standards, and AI-generated content can feel overwhelming. In this episode, I am talking to Cara Des Granges, Director of Government Relations and Policy at Friends of Canadian Media. We discuss Canada's proposed Safe Social Media Act, what platform accountability could mean for families, the role parents play in online safety, and how we can create a safer digital environment for children and youth.  Cara and I talk about: Why online safety should not rest solely on parents' shoulders What Canada's proposed Safe Social Media Act aims to achieve How cyberbullying, harmful content, misinformation, and AI-generated content affect children Why social media platforms may need greater accountability for user safety How other countries, including Australia, are approaching social media restrictions for youth What platform accountability could look like in practice Why parents often feel overwhelmed trying to keep up with rapidly changing technology The challenges of understanding algorithms and the content being pushed to children What digital sovereignty means and why it matters for Canadian families Concerns around privacy, age verification, and freedom of expression Practical ways parents can start conversations about online experiences with their children How to support children who may be experiencing anxiety, bullying, or harmful online interactions Why creating safer digital spaces requires collaboration between families, governments, and technology companies Cara Des Granges is the Director of Government Relations and Policy at Friends of Canadian Media. She works to support public broadcasting, strengthen Canadian cultural policy, and advocate for greater accountability from digital platforms. Her work focuses on issues including media policy, democracy, online harms, and the protection of Canadian voices in the digital landscape.   Come say hi to me on Instagram Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Picky Eating Guide: Learn about common but lesser-known reasons kids are picky eaters and practical strategies to help children enjoy healthy foods. Visit Friends of Canadian Media Check out Friends on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness.

    Social Media Safety for Kids: What Parents Need to Know with Cara Des Granges | Episode 114

  8. Jul 26

    Nervous System Regulation for Parents with co-founder of MamaZen Irin Rubin | Episode 113

    Parenting burnout often feels like constant overwhelm, reactivity, and exhaustion that sleep alone does not fix. What if the issue is not just stress, but the state of your nervous system itself? In this episode, I am talking to Irin Rubin, CEO and co-founder of MamaZen, about how nervous system regulation shapes parenting, emotional wellbeing, and family dynamics. We discuss mindfulness, hypnotherapy, CBT, and how emotional regulation tools can support both parents and children. Irin and I chat about:  • Why nervous system regulation is foundational to managing parenting stress and burnout• How chronic stress states can affect emotional reactivity, patience, and daily functioning• Why parenting challenges shift with each developmental stage and cannot be solved with “scripts” alone• How emotional regulation impacts both parent behaviour and children’s responses• The importance of modelling calm behaviour for children to learn regulation skills• Why many parents experience burnout, anxiety, or depletion without recognising nervous system dysregulation• How mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and CBT are used together in the MamaZen approach• What hypnosis is and how it naturally occurs in everyday life (such as driving or falling asleep)• How guided sessions can help bring the brain into a calm, regulated state more quickly• Why practising regulation consistently helps retrain stress responses over time (neuroplasticity)• How co-regulation between parent and child can reduce escalation during emotional moments• Why emotional regulation skills are framed as lifelong tools that support both parents and children Irin Rubin is the CEO and co-founder of MamaZen, a digital platform designed to support parents with emotional regulation and nervous system tools. She works in the space of maternal mental health, burnout recovery, and stress management through guided mindfulness, hypnotherapy, and cognitive behavioural techniques.   Episode Links Follow MamaZen on InstagramGet the MamaZen App and use code 9c    Come say hi to me on Instagram Vibrant Mama Quiz: Take the quiz to discover if you are as vibrant as you can be in motherhood and learn practical steps to overcome postnatal exhaustion and burnout.  Free Journal: Release Mama, Let Go of Overwhelm, Exhaustion and Depletion in Motherhood  Free Motherhood Manifestation: Your Vibrant Life Manifestation  Books to Thrive in Motherhood: Dive into The Motherhood Reset, Nourished Mama, and Mama Let It Go to overcome burnout and become a healthy, energized mom.  Motherhood Reset Program: Get in-depth guidance for postpartum recovery, self-care for moms, and energy restoration with this program. Resources I Am Loving The Brain Health Movement – Whole Child Healing Roadmap is a science-backed courses that decode the root causes of your child's struggles. Get £200 off with code WILDANDWELL Fertility & Beyond – Natural solutions for your fertility struggles Wild and Well with Dr Hilary Claire is a podcast dedicated to holistic health for moms, optimal health for women, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and children’s wellness. It is for holistic-minded mothers who want healthier, calmer, more resilient kids. We explore everything from gut health to pregnancy, functional health for women and postpartum wellness to nervous system regulation and motherhood burnout. Each episode offers practical tips for self-care for moms, guidance on picky eating and parenting, and strategies to support your family’s natural kids’ health, so you can feel healthy, strong, and vital in motherhood while creating a foundation for lifelong wellness. I would never recommend anything I don’t regularly use myself or trust completely. Some of the links are affiliate links, and others are special discount codes. Either way, all of these are products and resources I genuinely love and recommend.

    Nervous System Regulation for Parents with co-founder of MamaZen Irin Rubin | Episode 113
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A parenting and holistic health podcast for moms who want to support their own wellbeing, raise healthy and resilient children, and create a thriving family life. Wild and Well is a motherhood, parenting, and holistic health podcast that explores women's health, thriving in motherhood, child wellness, and the many factors that shape a thriving family. Hosted by Dr Hilary Claire, clinical psychologist, holistic parenting mentor, and mom of two, the show offers practical, evidence informed conversations to support your health, confidence, and wellbeing through every season of motherhood. Each week, Dr Hilary Claire brings together leading experts and thought leaders to explore holistic health, women's health, nervous system regulation, pregnancy, postpartum recovery, perimenopause, gut health, nutrition, child development, intentional parenting, picky eating, and natural approaches to family wellness. The podcast explores both the science and the everyday realities of raising a family, helping you make informed decisions about your health, your parenting, and your home environment. Through conversations that blend expert knowledge with practical application, you'll gain insights that support both your wellbeing and your children's long term health. Through interviews with doctors, psychologists, naturopaths, doulas, nutrition professionals, functional health practitioners, parenting experts, and mothers, we explore the topics that matter most to modern mothers. From hormone balance and gut health to emotional wellbeing, feeding challenges, and raising resilient children, each episode is designed to help you feel more informed, empowered, and supported. Whether you're navigating postpartum fatigue, perimenopause, digestive concerns, motherhood burnout, picky eating, parenting challenges, or simply looking for a more holistic approach to family health, Wild and Well provides actionable strategies and fresh perspectives to help you build sustainable habits that support lifelong wellbeing.

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