Nurture Narratives

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Honest and uplifting conversations about the cultural narratives that shape how we parent, with host Jessica Hinds-Cook.

  1. 12/12/2023

    Brittany Webster on choosing connection over clutter this holiday season

    I chatted with Sustainable Home and Wardrobe Consultant Brittany Webster about how to celebrate the holidays with less overwhelm and clutter. We talked about: ๐ŸŽ„ Multi-functional spaces that adults and children can enjoy ๐ŸŽ„How to tune out social media pressure and celebrate in a way that feels authentic to you ๐ŸŽ„ Protecting your energy for the things that matter most ๐ŸŽ„ Choosing connection over consumer items ๐ŸŽ„ How to handle unwanted gifts and how to let go of items in a responsible eco-friendly way ๐ŸŽ„ Using the new year to kickstart decluttering And more! Thanks for tuning in ๐Ÿ’š You can find Brittany on Instagram @consciouslycuratedhome or visit her website www.consciouslycuratedhome.com

    51 min

  2. 03/02/2022

    Luka Zigic on empowering parents with breastfeeding education and support

    I chatted with certified breastfeeding counsellor and birth educator Luka Zigic on the need for breastfeeding/chestfeeding education and support. We discuss: ๐Ÿ’š the current gaps in care when we become parents ๐Ÿ’š why we need to be educated on the ways our bodies change from pregnancy to postpartum, including the stages of lactation ๐Ÿ’š the loss of ancestral knowledge and community support for breastfeeding ๐Ÿ’š why it's important to understand chestfeeding before giving birth ๐Ÿ’š the physical and mental benefits of breastfeeding for parents And more! Thanks for tuning in! You can find Luka on Instagram at @babysnectar or visit her website www.babysnectar.ca.

    35 min

  3. 12/15/2021

    Sharana Ali on writing her own happily ever after

    I had the pleasure of speaking with Sharana Ali about her experience as a single mother. We discuss: ๐ŸŒฟ how she is bringing so-called taboo topics to the table through her collective BOSS the six edition ๐ŸŒฟ the importance of living life outside of the labels and identities that society gives us ๐ŸŒฟ her journey through divorce and single motherhood ๐ŸŒฟ rejecting stigma and shame in order to live authentically ๐ŸŒฟ living in a home with 3 generations of her family and the unique benefits and challenges of this situation ๐ŸŒฟ parenting differently to how she was raised ๐ŸŒฟ why she values open and honest conversation with her daughter You can connect with Sharana on Instagram @bossthesixedition We mention @coloursofmama in this episode which is an amazing resource for parents seeking open dialogues and community support.

    50 min

  4. 07/13/2021

    Instinct-led mothering, with Bernadeth Betchi

    Bernadeth Betchi is a communicator, activist and mother who does things her own way. I spoke with Bernadeth about how she has navigated motherhood while following her instincts. We discussed: ๐ŸŒฟ Giving birth at home during the pandemic surrounded by family and love ๐ŸŒฟ the effects of colonization on traditional homebirth and breastfeeding practices ๐ŸŒฟ her fourth trimester realities and why she shares openly about this period ๐ŸŒฟ The loss of community support for parents in general and during the pandemic ๐ŸŒฟ society's fixation on baby milestones ๐ŸŒฟ bed sharing (โ—for safe bedsharing information please visit: www.llli.org/breastfeeding-info/sleep-bedshare/) ๐ŸŒฟ breastfeeding and the shaming of parents who nurse children past infancy ๐ŸŒฟ the additional challenges black breastfeeding parents face ๐ŸŒฟ the freedom of going with the flow as a parent You can find Bernadeth on instagram @bernadethbetchi. For more information on her consulting group website is sankofaconsultantsgroup.ca.

    1h 26m

  5. 06/17/2021

    Mikaela Davis on living intentionally during uncertain times

    I spoke with health coach Mikaela Davis about the importance of mindsets and routines. Specifically I wanted to talk about how these are affected when we are experiencing uncertainty in our lives. This is a timely discussion for anyone who wants to nurture their own well-being including parents. Mikaela and I discuss: ๐ŸŒฟ how to find a routine that works for you even if you don't want to wake up at 5 a.m. and drink lemon water or make your bed every day ๐Ÿ˜† ๐ŸŒฟ why consistency is more important than intensity ๐ŸŒฟ how to start small and start again ๐ŸŒฟ the importance of self compassion ๐ŸŒฟ her practice of looking for 'small joys' ๐ŸŒฟ how to avoid the pitfalls of toxic positivity You can find Mikaela on instagram @mikaeladavis_ or visit her website mikaelajdavis.com.

    35 min

  6. 06/02/2021

    Motherhood through Aniya's lens

    CW: miscarriage Aniya Emtage Legnaro is a visual storyteller and mother of four. She shared with me her journey from raising her first two children as a single mother to having a baby and toddler with her husband Matteo. Her story is one of growth, loss and wisdom gained through experience. We chatted about many aspects of motherhood as well as her work as a photographer including: ๐ŸŒฟ her project to capture the importance of sports for teen girls ๐ŸŒฟ her personal struggle with miscarriages and why she is passionate about destigmatizing this topic ๐ŸŒฟ the importance of relinquishing control when raising kids in partnership ๐ŸŒฟ why she loves documenting the beauty of the everyday so-called 'mundane' moments ๐ŸŒฟ the aspects of Bajan and West Indian culture she wants to pass down to her kids and those she would like to see change including why it's time to stop saying "children should be seen but not heard" ๐ŸŒฟ why mothers need to invest in themselves You can view Aniya's photography work on instagram @aniyaemtagephotography and reach out to her at aniya@aniyaemtage.com.

    50 min

  7. 11/17/2020

    Mr. Chazz on how we can shape society by raising emotionally intelligent children

    Mr. Chazz is an educational specialist who has worked with thousands of young children. I invited Mr. Chazz to talk about his views on discipline, and the cultural narratives that inform how we view and interact with our kids. We discuss: ๐ŸŒฑ Why children deserve to be seen and treated as equals in our society ๐ŸŒฑ Why we need to learn to regulate our emotions if we want our children to do the same thing ๐ŸŒฑ Why the true meaning of discipline isnโ€™t punishment and the problems with corporal punishment and forced isolation/timeouts ๐ŸŒฑ Why forced apologies donโ€™t teach empathy and what to do instead ๐ŸŒฑ Why obedience shouldn't be our ultimate goal as parents or teachers. You can find Mr. Chazzโ€™s parenting and teaching resources at: www.patreon.com/Mrchazz www.getvokl.com/mrchazz www.tiktok.co/@mrchazzmrchazz www.facebook.com/MrChazz-MrChazz-1715416325189162 You can also find Mr. Chazzโ€™s Leadership, Parenting and Teaching Podcast on podcast platforms.

    1h 1m

  8. 10/22/2020

    Dr. Jack Newman debunks common breastfeeding myths

    I spoke with world-renowned breastfeeding expert, Dr. Newman about common breastfeeding and chestfeeding myths that can interrupt the breastfeeding relationship including: ๐Ÿ—“ You shouldnโ€™t breastfeed after a certain period whether that is 6 month or a year ๐Ÿท๐ŸŒฟ Parents who breastfeed shouldn't eat certain foods, drink alcohol, or take prescription medication. Dr. Newman also offered his advice on whether it is okay to use cannabis while breastfeeding. ๐Ÿผ Expressing and bottlefeeding is a good way to determine milk supply. ๐Ÿฆท Nursing at night causes cavities ๐Ÿคฑ๐Ÿฝ You should only nurse on one side at a time to ensure your baby is getting enough hindmilk. We also talked about how we would like to see the culture around breastfeeding change with good support, early intervention for problems, and acceptance of public breastfeeding. If you are looking for reliable breastfeeding information check out www.ibconline.ca for general information or to submit a question. You can also follow Dr. Newman on Facebook at Facebook.com/DrJackNewman

    45 min
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Honest and uplifting conversations about the cultural narratives that shape how we parent, with host Jessica Hinds-Cook.

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  • Creator
    Jessica Hinds
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    20
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    ยฉ Jessica Hinds
  • Show Website
    Nurture Narratives