Nourishing the Mother

NTM 280: Scarcity patterning and financial literacy with Jodie Nolan

In so many areas of our life, raising children is an opportunity to raise ourselves – and so this week we focus on money and motherhood, sharing with you the wisdom and insights of Economist, Senior Financial Adviser and Author Jodie Nolan. With courage and heart, Jodie openly shares her challenges, life lessons, and financial Listen InThe post NTM 280: Scarcity patterning and financial literacy with Jodie Nolan appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 279: Birthing wisdom with Rhea Dempsey – Part 2

In this episode, we explore the birth culture, past and present and the experiences of women in the highly interventionist ‘labour bypass era’ through the stories and insights of one of Australia’s most trailblazing advocates for natural birth, Author and Childbirth Educator Rhea Dempsey.   About Rhea Dempsey Rhea is a highly sought after independent Listen InThe post NTM 279: Birthing wisdom with Rhea Dempsey – Part 2 appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 278: Birthing wisdom with Rhea Dempsey – Part 1

In this episode, we explore the birth culture, past and present and the experiences of women in the highly interventionist ‘labour bypass era’ through the stories and insights of one of Australia’s most trailblazing advocates for natural birth, Author and Childbirth Educator Rhea Dempsey.   About Rhea Dempsey Rhea is a highly sought after independent Listen InThe post NTM 278: Birthing wisdom with Rhea Dempsey – Part 1 appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 277: The dangers of putting someone on a pedestal or in a pit

The emotional see-saw of comparison with others is feedback to let us know we’re not really seeing the full picture. In this episode we unpack how infatuation and resentment works in relationships, and how to get back into your heart, and in appreciation for the magnificent whole. Nourishing the Mother http://www.nourishingthemother.com.au Suburban Sandcastles – Bridget Listen InThe post NTM 277: The dangers of putting someone on a pedestal or in a pit appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 276: Birthing Julie’s book

In this episode, Julie shares the pain and identity shattering that has been birthing her book into the world. It’s a Mt Everest of a climb and we hope it inspires you to do the impossible! Nourishing the Mother http://www.nourishingthemother.com.au Suburban Sandcastles – Bridget http://www.suburbansandcastles.com The Pleasure Nutritionist – Jules http://www.thepleasurenutritionist.comThe post NTM 276: Birthing Julie’s book appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 275: Reimagining Motherhood

There is a dominant cultural & feminist narrative that says ‘motherhood is where women’s dreams go to die’, which leads many women to devalue themselves in who they are as mothers. In this episode we challenge the status quo by exploring all the ways that your motherhood is a place of expansion, and opportunity. We Listen InThe post NTM 275: Reimagining Motherhood appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 274: Ahhhhh sweet (devilish) toddlerhood

In this episode we explore the beauty, the challenge and the strategies of raising toddlers. We face how easy it can be to forget this stage, which feels so enormous when you’re in it. We hope you find some camaraderie and some inspiration as you yourself navigate toddlerhood with us. Nourishing the Mother http://www.nourishingthemother.com.au Suburban Listen InThe post NTM 274: Ahhhhh sweet (devilish) toddlerhood appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 273: Unpacking your cultural beliefs about motherhood

This week’s episode is a workshop from The Wellness Summit where we explore the beliefs and conditioning that govern how you feel about yourself as a mother, the value and worth you place upon yourself and your work. Have a pen and paper handy. Nourishing the Mother http://www.nourishingthemother.com.au Suburban Sandcastles – Bridget http://www.suburbansandcastles.com The Pleasure Listen InThe post NTM 273: Unpacking your cultural beliefs about motherhood appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 272: Motherhood as a marginalised group within society

In this fascinating conversation with Dr Sophie Brock, a Sociologist specialising in Motherhood Studies, we talk about the ways in which we’re programmed to minimise or invisibilise ourselves as mothers within the broader social construct of motherhood. We explore that motherhood is rarely an individualised experience but one that is culturally mediated to benefit powers Listen InThe post NTM 272: Motherhood as a marginalised group within society appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 271: Birthing in the middle of a pandemic

In this week’s episode we interview a practicing midwife in the public hospital system within Victoria, to answer the plethora of questions around how COVID-19 has changed birth. We explore what you can do to prepare and create the best possible outcome for you, your baby and your partner. Nourishing the Mother http://www.nourishingthemother.com.au Suburban Sandcastles – Listen InThe post NTM 271: Birthing in the middle of a pandemic appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 270: Raising kids who know body safety with Caroline Ellen

In this week’s episode we interview Social Worker Caroline Ellen of Safer, Stronger Kids. We talk about the importance and impact of body safety, what we can do to teach our kids body autonomy and what can happen when we don’t. It’s a rich, deep and essential conversation that explores the many aspects of teaching Listen InThe post NTM 270: Raising kids who know body safety with Caroline Ellen appeared first on The Wellness Couch.

NTM 269: When it feels like groundhog day

In this episode, we explore ways to lift yourself out of the ‘sameness’ funk we can all get stuck in sometimes. We share stories from our current reality, in lockdown in Melbourne due to COVID, with tips to bring novelty and perspective shifts into your world. Nourishing the Mother http://www.nourishingthemother.com.au Suburban Sandcastles – Bridget http://www.suburbansandcastles.com Listen InThe post NTM 269: When it feels like groundhog day appeared first on The Wellness Couch.