Nurture & Be

Brooke Ferreira, LMFT
  • 5.0 (6)
  • MENTAL HEALTH

Nurture & Be is hosted by Brooke Ferreira, LMFT. Each week, we talk openly about the real things women carry—overwhelm, guilt, resentment, the mental load, motherhood, relationships, and the questions you’re not always saying out loud. Expect honest, unfiltered conversations that make things feel a little less heavy and a lot less lonely, and help you feel a little less alone. Disclaimer: this podcast is educational in nature and is not a substitute for professional counseling. Please seek out a provider near you.

  1. 53. What to Put in Your Postpartum “Hospital Bag” with Dr. Shaleigh

    MAR 24

    53. What to Put in Your Postpartum “Hospital Bag” with Dr. Shaleigh

    Show Notes:In this episode, Brooke is joined by Dr. Shaleigh of AlignLife Sugar Hill for a real, honest conversation about postpartum prep beyond the diapers, swaddles, and recovery supplies. Together, they talk about the emotional, physical, relational, and hormonal shifts that come with pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum season, and what it looks like to build a true support system before baby arrives. Brooke shares from both her professional lens as a licensed marriage and family therapist and her lived experience as a mom, while Dr. Shaleigh brings insight from the chiropractic and nervous system side of care. They walk through what actually belongs in your “postpartum toolkit” including your care team, your community, your relationship support, and your mental health plan. If pregnancy or postpartum has felt heavier than you expected, you are not alone. At Nurture and Be, we support women through pregnancy, postpartum, and the in-between seasons with therapy that looks at the whole picture. Anxiety, intrusive thoughts, identity shifts, relationship strain, grief, and the mental load of motherhood are all welcome here. We serve clients in Georgia and Florida and offer free consultation calls to help you get started. In this episode, we talk about:• What postpartum prep should actually include• Why your care team matters before baby arrives• Postpartum anxiety, depression, OCD, and intrusive thoughts• Pregnancy after loss and how fear can show up• Nervous system regulation during pregnancy and postpartum• Breastfeeding support, recovery planning, and C-section prep• Why couples support matters after baby• The role of community in maternal mental health Resources + Links:Nurture and Be Therapy Services: https://www.nurtureandbe.com/Pregnancy + Postpartum Therapy: https://nurtureandbe.com/postpartumPostpartum Support Group (Free): https://mailchi.mp/nurtureandbe/supportgroupsDr. Shaleigh – AlignLife Sugar Hill: https://alignlife.com/locations/sugar-hill-ga-chiropractor/ A gentle reminder:You don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming to get support. Therapy can be a proactive part of your postpartum plan, not just something you reach for when you’re already depleted. We’re here. We’re home.

    57 min

  2. MAR 10

    52. A Birthday Reflection: 3 Things I’m Learning in Real Time

    Episode Description In this solo episode, Brooke shares something a little different — lessons she’s actively learning in real time. There’s a lot of pressure in our culture to show up with everything figured out. But the truth is that life, leadership, and motherhood are always evolving. Growth rarely happens once everything feels stable — it happens right in the middle of the messy, uncertain moments. This episode is about normalizing the ups and downs of being human and remembering that when things feel shaky, it doesn’t always mean something is wrong. Sometimes it means something new is being built. 1. Letting Go of the Picture You Thought Something Would Be 2. Holding Other People’s Big Feelings Without Absorbing Them 3. Trusting the Season You’re In Toward the end of the episode, Brooke shares a moment from a recent tarot reading where the death card was pulled — often misunderstood as something negative, but actually symbolizing transformation and rebirth. Learn more about Nurture & Be Therapy Services: www.nurtureandbe.com Follow along on Instagram for more behind-the-scenes life, leadership, and motherhood conversations: @nurtureandbe Nurture & Be also offers free community support groups, events, and therapy services for individuals, couples, and families in Georgia and Florida.

    24 min
  3. 51. Why You Need Community w/ Stephanie Slater, MA RCC CCC

    FEB 24

    51. Why You Need Community w/ Stephanie Slater, MA RCC CCC

    Episode SummaryIn this episode, Brooke sits down with Stephanie Slater, therapist and group practice owner in British Columbia, to talk about what happens when women stop competing and start collaborating. They unpack the real-life reasons community feels hard to build (especially in postpartum or in leadership), why “one person can’t be every well,” and how the right kind of connection can calm the nervous system and reduce isolation. This conversation is grounded, practical, and honest, including how to build community when you’re tired, when you’re new somewhere, and when vulnerability feels risky. What We Talk About Why collaboration can feel safer and more sustainable than competition The myth of scarcity (and what happens when you put it down) The quiet power of having “business people,” “parenting people,” and “just-for-fun people” Why community doesn’t need to be perfect to be healing Simple, doable ways to build connection when you’re already stretched thin The idea that community can be a nervous-system-level support (not just a social nice-to-have) Key Takeaways You don’t need one person to meet every need. You need a few places to belong. Community is built through small risks: saying hi first, inviting someone, trying things once. The goal isn’t “everyone loves me.” The goal is finding your fit. The right community helps you feel steadier. The wrong community can amplify anxiety. About StephanieStephanie Slater, M.A. is a Registered Clinical Counsellor and Canadian Certified Counsellor in British Columbia. She leads Slater & Associates, a group practice serving perinatal mental health, adults, teens, and children, and also offers corporate talks on mental health and wellness. Find Stephanie Website: https://www.slaterandassociates.ca Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slater_therapy_and_counselling/ Want support from Nurture & Be?If you’re ready for a next step and want help figuring out what kind of support would actually fit, you can request a free consult with our team here: https://www.nurtureandbe.com (Free Consult) Brooke also mentions our free community support groups (postpartum + divorce). You can find current groups + details on the website.

    29 min

  4. FEB 17

    50. Emotional Resilience: The Key to Personal Growth

    Keywords: emotional resilience, failing forward, identity shifts, personal growth, motherhood, entrepreneurship, mental health, leadership, self-discovery, authenticity In this episode of the Nurture and Be podcast, Brooke Ferreira discusses the importance of emotional resilience and the concept of failing forward. She emphasizes that emotional resilience is essential for anyone pursuing goals or dreams, as it allows individuals to navigate the messy middle of growth and change. Brooke shares personal experiences of identity shifts and the discomfort that comes with them, highlighting that growth often feels vulnerable and challenging. She encourages listeners to embrace the learning process, accept failure as part of growth, and recognize that true transformation occurs in the midst of uncertainty. Takeaways Emotional resilience is essential for pursuing goals.Growth often feels disorienting and uncomfortable.The messy middle is where most people quit.Staying present is key to emotional resilience.Failure is a part of the learning process.Discomfort signifies that we are learning something important.We must keep trying even when we feel inadequate.Growth requires us to embrace new versions of ourselves.It's normal to feel vulnerable during growth.Emotional resilience and failing forward are crucial for transformation.Want to learn more? Connect with us at www.nurtureandbe.com

    17 min
  5. 49. A Starter Kit for Natural Wellness w/ Dr. Joanna Chipman

    FEB 9

    49. A Starter Kit for Natural Wellness w/ Dr. Joanna Chipman

    Today we’re talking about holistic living for real life moms. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed trying to shift from “traditional medicine only” to a more natural, whole-person approach, this episode is your starter kit. I’m joined by Dr. Joanna Chipman of Haven Health, a former medic turned functional + holistic provider (and mom of seven), and we break down where to start when you want healthier options but don’t want to drown in wellness noise. We talk about the basics that actually move the needle (without needing 20 supplements), how to simplify food and routines, and what to keep in your medicine cabinet so you’re not scrambling when sickness hits. In this episode: Where to start with holistic living when you feel overwhelmed Why “cutting out the noise” matters (especially social media wellness) The real foundations: sunshine, air, water, food, movement, and rest Do you have to buy all organic? (Dirty Dozen made simple) Picky kids, sensory eating, and what to do when they won’t touch vegetables How to build movement into your life when you’re exhausted and unmotivated What to keep stocked: vitamin C, turmeric, omegas, electrolytes, arnica, and more A realistic approach to fevers and sick season support Resources: Dr. Joanna Chipman Instagram: @drjoannachipman Haven Health: https://havenhealth.life

    29 min

  6. FEB 3

    48. Ask Me Anything: Entrepreneurship, Growth Edges, and Failing Forward

    Episode Description:In this episode of the Nurture & Be Podcast, Brooke answers real, unfiltered questions about entrepreneurship—what it looks like to build something meaningful while raising a family, navigating hard seasons, and learning as you go. Recorded early in the morning with coffee in hand, this conversation is grounded, honest, and deeply reflective. Brooke shares what she’s learned from founding Nurture & Be Therapy Services alongside early motherhood, including her highest highs, lowest lows, and the lessons that came from both. From defining success on your own terms to knowing when to double down versus pivot, this episode is for anyone building something—whether a business, a career, or a life that feels aligned. This is not expert advice. It’s lived experience, intuition, and perspective—take what resonates and leave the rest. In This Episode, We Cover: Why entrepreneurship is often “failing forward” Brooke’s highest highs and lowest lows as a founder What she wishes she could tell her first-year self How success changes as you grow When to double down versus when it’s time to pivot Trusting intuition while building sustainably Why hard work + a dream can be enough to start The emotional side of scaling a business Why community matters in entrepreneurship and motherhood Want to go deeper? This episode continues in the As It Happens Edit, where Brooke answers more questions, gets more vulnerable, and dives further into boundaries, balance, burnout, and what it really takes to keep going. 👉 Subscribe to the As It Happens Edit on Patreon for exclusive episodes and deeper conversations. https://www.patreon.com/cw/NurtureandBe👉 Learn more about therapy, medication management and free groups at www.nurtureandbe.com 👉 Sign up for Business Consultations at https://nurtureandbetherapy.janeapp.com/#/staff_member/1/treatment/236

    28 min
  7. 47. The Truth About Postpartum Body Image with Herani Argoe, LPC

    JAN 27

    47. The Truth About Postpartum Body Image with Herani Argoe, LPC

    Today we’re talking about postpartum body image and the identity shift that happens when your body doesn’t feel familiar after pregnancy and birth. This episode is a gentle but honest conversation about the quiet thoughts women carry during pregnancy and postpartum that don’t get said out loud. The pressure to “bounce back.” The grief that can come with breastfeeding. The confusion when your healing doesn’t match what you were told it should look like. And the deeper truth that body image is not just about how you look, but about safety, control, and learning to feel at home in your body again. I’m joined by Harani Argoe, LPC (trauma + body image therapist, eating disorder specialist, and new mama), and we go there in a way that feels real, grounded, and deeply validating. In this episode: Why pregnancy and postpartum can make your body feel unfamiliar (even when you “look fine”) The quiet thoughts women don’t say out loud: “I should be grateful, but this is hard” How bounce back culture impacts postpartum mental health Why postpartum body image is about more than appearance: safety, identity, and confidence Breastfeeding pressure, low supply, and the emotional weight no one prepares you for Why neutrality is sometimes more accessible than body positivity Small, practical ways to honor your body in the middle of change ✨ Want the deeper, more personal version? The As It Happens Edit goes further into infertility, loss, intimacy postpartum, being touched out, sex drive shifts, and the raw behind-the-scenes of motherhood and body changes. Join the Inner Circle on Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/c/NurtureandBe Resources: Harani Argoe, LPC Instagram + TikTok: @healingwithherani

    32 min
  8. 46. How Chiropractic Supports Your Nervous System in Motherhood w/ Dr. Samantha Brooks

    JAN 20

    46. How Chiropractic Supports Your Nervous System in Motherhood w/ Dr. Samantha Brooks

    Today we’re talking about the mom nervous system — how motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum impact the nervous system, and how nervous-system-based chiropractic care can support regulation, grounding, and whole-body healing. This conversation gently reframes symptoms many moms call anxiety, showing how tension, jaw pain, headaches, shallow breathing, and overwhelm often live in the body. In this episode: Why motherhood is a nervous system event, especially during pregnancy and postpartum How stress and anxiety show up physically in the mom body The difference between traditional chiropractic care and nervous-system-focused chiropractic How chiropractic can support nervous system regulation, not just pain relief Why common postpartum symptoms aren’t always normal — and deserve support What regulation can actually feel like: steady, grounded, and safe in your body ✨ Want the deeper, more personal version? The As It Happens Edit goes further into being dismissed by providers, medical gaslighting in motherhood, birth experiences that shape the nervous system, and learning to trust your body again. Join the Inner Circle on Patreon here: http://www.patreon.com/c/NurtureandBe You’re not broken. Your nervous system has been working hard to support you through motherhood. Resources: Dr. Samantha Brooks at The Brainery Website: http://thebraineryatl.com/ Instagram: @thebraineryatl Resources mentioned: https://icpa4kids.com https://gofocusacademy.com/certified-doctors/

    30 min
See All (55)

Trailers

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
6 Ratings

About

Nurture & Be is hosted by Brooke Ferreira, LMFT. Each week, we talk openly about the real things women carry—overwhelm, guilt, resentment, the mental load, motherhood, relationships, and the questions you’re not always saying out loud. Expect honest, unfiltered conversations that make things feel a little less heavy and a lot less lonely, and help you feel a little less alone. Disclaimer: this podcast is educational in nature and is not a substitute for professional counseling. Please seek out a provider near you.

Information

  • Creator
    Brooke Ferreira, LMFT
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    55
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Brooke Ferreira, LMFT
  • Show Website
    Nurture & Be