Send us a text This week Amanda is joined by Carly Wright who is a postpartum mental health coach, doula, and master energy healer. Discussed in this episode: Postpartum Mental Health - Carly shares her story with postpartum depression and anger Resenting our spouses and score keeping- how quickly this happens even when we say we won't do these things Intrusive thoughts - What are they? Are they normal? Carly's V.I.B.R.A.N.T. Mama method and how it can help Mom guilt - How neither Amanda nor Car...
Apr 05, 2021•39 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Nicola Glynn, a mental health nurse in Ireland and they are talking all about maternal mental health. Discussed in this episode: Nicola shares how she really lost herself during her pregnancy We talk about losing who you are as a person once you become a mom Losing your friendships or how they change and our perspectives on it Boobs and how they change.... need I say more? Follow Nicola on Instagram @mindmama_irl...
Mar 29, 2021•47 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined today by Andrea O'Reilly who is a professor for the School of Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies at York University. Discussed in the podcast: How Moms are also Frontline Workers The Emotional Labour of Motherhood - what is this and how come mothers take this on so heavily? How mothers have had to become teachers, chefs, the cleaning staff AND work from home Mothers having to take a pause on their careers or leave the work force entirley. Putting women back at ...
Mar 22, 2021•42 min
Send us a text Today Amanda is joined by the Mindset Mama Kayleigh Kennedy. Discussed in this episode: Kayleigh shares the importance of a morning routine and she explains hers She shares what she has been doing for self care during the pandemic How important it is to ask for help How when we wake up from our kids yelling it can ruin our day Mom guilt when it comes to taking time for ourselves SELF-ISH and Kayleighs definition of it and why its okay Normalizing the Roomba!! Follow Kayleigh on In...
Mar 15, 2021•52 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Blaire Appotive this week on the podcast. Blaire is a full time working mom who runs the instagram page @theparentingseries where parents can find tips and courses from parenting experts. Included in this episode: How Blaire wanted to exclusively combo feed but decided to breast feed because she felt pressure to the "breast is best" and how that effected her mental health. How moms "should feel grateful" because they are able to breast feed. Pupps Rash - What i...
Mar 08, 2021•41 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Dr. Tara Egan, a child psychologist, and they are diving into the pandemic and how it could be effecting our children. Many topics are covered during this episode including: Social Media and how much is too much screen time How screen time can be very useful How important it is for our children to have a back and forth conversation even if its through Zoom or facetime. Mental Health - how can we help them if they are struggling The "Covid Slide" when it comes t...
Mar 01, 2021•49 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined today by the host of the Mornings for Mamas Podcast Alison Ryan. Amanda and Alison share the same passion to have the tough conversations and normalize many aspects of motherhood and this episode they are laying it all out. In this episode: Alison shares her story and struggles with Postpartum Depression and Anxiety We talk about anger and why it is such an important emotion Ways that we express our anger in our parenting can be red flags and Alison is sharing her...
Feb 22, 2021•47 min
Send us a text This week Amanda is joined by TikTok star Meredith Steele. Like many others, Amanda came across Merediths TikToks and felt normal FINALLY when she saw another mom who feels the same way she does about making lunches. Discussed in this podcast: How Meredith is helping so many moms with her TikToks How Instagram is not as friendly as TikTok How the internet has made people feel like they have to be perfect. Meredith is here to show people its okay to not be perfect How social media ...
Feb 15, 2021•30 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Dr. Tamara Soles today on the podcast. Tamara is a psychologist who specializes in early childhood development. Included in this episode: Terrible twos, threenagers and the FU Fours Time outs vs Time ins How we can teach our children to self regulate their emotions Yelling - how can we stop doing this. When should we stop and self reflect and see that our yelling may be an issue within ourselves. You can contact Tamara at: https://drtamarasoles.com/ Find Tamara...
Feb 08, 2021•51 min
Send us a text This episode is full of honesty! Amanda is joined by her friend Tobie Karst and they are talking about marriage, sex, and everything in between after kids. Discussed in this podcast: What life is really like after you have your child in your marriage Resenting your spouse and what that feels like Sex after pregnancy..... Is this a thing? What does it feel like? We are talking about it! Postpartum depression and how that effects your marriage Having to make time for your spouse You...
Feb 01, 2021•52 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined again by her friend Katie Langdon again and they are talking about 2020 and what their experiences have been like as moms in a global pandemic. In this episode we discuss: Watching our favourite shows that are showing the pandemic and how we hate it How we felt back in March vs now How 4 year olds are annoying Remember when we thought the pandemic would be over in 2 weeks? How we felt going back to work/sending the kids to school How resilient our children are How...
Dec 28, 2020•54 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by her friend Jenn Foster who is a medium and they are talking all things spirit. Discussed in this podcast today: How Jenn found out she was gifted and what her gifts are The 5 Clairs Sensitive Children and Anxiety How Children are sensitive to peoples energy and how you can help Meditation Teaching your children to love themselves Follow Jenn on Instagram @thisisjenn_jenniferfoster Jenn's site: https://www.divinelylit.com/...
Dec 24, 2020•49 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Brittany Trudel who is a mom, a student and an entreprenuer. **Trigger warning** Brittany shares her journey into motherhood at a young age and then losing her daughter after a few days of her being born. Brittany now has a passion for helping other moms go through the tough stuff and has launched her own mentoring business. Follow Brittany on Instagram @brittaanytrudel...
Dec 21, 2020•44 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Stefanie during this episode and they discuss Stefanias journey to becoming a single mom. Stefania shares her story of how she became a mom and separated from her sons father. Stefania shares her heart during this episode and has many tips for other moms who are in the same position. Follow Stefania on Instagram @mjcapparel
Dec 17, 2020•33 min
Send us a text *Bonus Episode * Amanda has a returning guest ! Jessica Hessels from the Bad Ass Mom's Club Podcast is back and they are talking all things Christmas and how Covid is effecting it. They chat about what their current plans are for Christmas, who is a better cook in their family and play a fun game of would you rather. This episode is so fun and hopefully will bring us joy during this difficult holiday season....
Dec 16, 2020•58 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by her friend Sharana and they are diving deep into what is it really like to be a single mom. Sharana shares her plans for this holiday season as she shares her daughter and will not have her on Christmas morning . Think being a single parent is all bad? Sharana is here to show you that there are positive sides to being a single parent. Follow Sharana on instagram @bossthesixedition...
Dec 14, 2020•50 min
Send us a text Perfection is in motherhood whether we want to admit it or not. We all feel the struggles of being the "perfect mom" at some point. Amanda is joined by her friend Tesha Gibbon today on the podcast. Tesha shares her story about her experience with perfectionism and how it affected her as a mom. Tesha shares how she was diagnosed with cancer and how this changed her thoughts on the type of mom she was "supposed" to be....
Dec 10, 2020•47 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by her friend Courtney St Croix and they talk about momfidence, where that comes from and how you can achieve it. Courtney tells Amanda about how she built her business, what Momfident AF Media is all about, and all the projects she has on the go. Momfident AF media offers co-authoring projects as well as the opportuity to write your own book. Find out more information about these projects at her website: https://www.momfidentaf.com/...
Dec 07, 2020•42 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Teresa Hedley, the author of "Whats not allowed?". Teresa is a mom of Erik, who has Autism. Teresa is very open and honest and discusses what the red flags were for her, how she received his diagnosis and her feelings about it. She openly discusses her fears for her son and how she grieved the life she was "supposed" to have. Teresa is now a huge advocate for Autism. She has so much to offer in this episode. Enjoy! Purchase Teresa book here: https://www.amazon....
Nov 30, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Send us a text With all the heaviness going on in the world right now I thought it would be fun to change things up a little bit. I am joined by my friend Ally Evans and we are talking all things Real Housewives. During lockdown I became a VERY big housewife fan and I know tons of mom's who are too. I am very excited to be joined by Ally and we are talking about our favourite and not so favourite housewives drama and Ally fills me in on some Housewife gossip. Follow Ally on Instagram bravo_after...
Nov 23, 2020•40 min
Send us a text Today Amanda is joined by her friend and fellow co-author Michelle Hughes. Michelle is a mom and a conversation starter who is passionate about FASD awareness. Michelle and Amanda talk about the expectations around motherhood and how we put them on ourselves and why. Michelle talks about her personal journey with her son and FASD as well as how she manages her own expectations. Follow Michelle on Instagram @the_mrs_hughes_...
Nov 16, 2020•58 min
Send us a text I am joined by Jen Hoffmeister who openly shares her story of losing her husband and navigating through motherhood during this time. Jen shares the value of our emotions and how important it is to be open with yourself and your children.
Nov 09, 2020•42 min
Send us a text Amanda sits down with Jaime Charlebois and Patricia Tomasi who are the co-founders of The Canadian Perinatal Mental Health Collaborative. Join Amanda as she learns how these ladies are lobbying with the federal government to make a change in Canada for maternal mental health. ** If you are a physician, OBGYN, psychiatrist, psychologist, peer support worker, doula, midwife, social worker, nurse, or any other health care professional that sees and cares for pregnant and postpartum p...
Nov 02, 2020•52 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Barb and she is talking about loving your postpartum body. We all know how hard it can be to love the changes that have happened to your body. Barb is here to talk about those changes and how we can learn to love ourselves inside and out.
Oct 26, 2020•36 min
Send us a text Amanda is joined by Lactation Consultant Ashley Pickett. Ashley breaks down the signals our babies give to us, our latch and why this is so important, and how a prenatal breastfeeding course can prepare us for our breastfeeding journey.
Oct 19, 2020•49 min
Send us a text Michelle is a new mom who is getting lots of sleep (lucky mama) but is struggling to breastfeed. She shares her ups and downs when it comes to her journey with breastfeeding.
Oct 12, 2020•37 min
Send us a text Amanda is back after a short hiatus! Amanda is joined by her best friend Rachel Cameron and they are on a girls night out. Join Amanda and Rachel as they discuss the importance of taking time away from your family and spending it with your mom tribe.
Oct 05, 2020•24 min
