MamaThrive

So many mothers find themselves asking quietly: “What’s happened to me?” “Why does this feel so hard?” “Why don’t I feel like myself anymore?” In this episode of MamaThrive , I’m joined by Lucy Wylde to explore the profound — and often unsupported — transition into motherhood known as matrescence. Lucy’s work centres on helping women reconnect with their bodies, their needs, and their inner voice,...

So many capable, high-achieving women enter motherhood expecting to adapt — and instead find themselves feeling anxious, overwhelmed, and unsure of themselves in ways they never anticipated. In this episode of MamaThrive , I’m joined by Kate Kripke to explore why motherhood can feel so destabilising, even for women who have previously navigated complex and demanding lives with ease. Kate’s work fo...

Maternal anger is one of the most common — and least talked about — experiences in motherhood. So many mothers find themselves reacting in ways that feel unfamiliar, intense, or out of character… and then carrying deep guilt and shame afterwards. In this episode of MamaThrive , I’m joined by Claire Judd to have an honest and compassionate conversation about maternal rage, emotional overwhelm, and...

So many mothers are told they’re just tired. But what if what you’re feeling goes deeper than that? In this episode of MamaThrive , I’m joined by Emma Morris to explore the reality of postpartum depletion — and why so many mothers are running on empty without fully understanding why. Emma’s work sits at the intersection of clinical nutrition, psychology, and nervous system support, helping mothers...

So many mothers move through their days feeling disconnected from themselves. Functioning. Coping. Getting through. But beneath that… there’s often a quiet sense of tension, overwhelm, or even numbness that’s hard to put into words. In this episode of MamaThrive , I’m joined by Gea Krajcar , founder of Soma Yoga, to explore what it really means to come back into your body after motherhood. Gea’s w...

Motherhood asks so much of us — emotionally, mentally, physically — and yet many mothers move through this transition feeling unsupported, overwhelmed, and quietly questioning themselves. In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m joined by psychologist, wellbeing expert, and author Suzy Reading for a thoughtful and deeply compassionate conversation about the realities of modern motherhood. Suzy’s work fo...

Mama Thrive is back — and this return marks a deeper evolution in how we understand and support motherhood. In this opening episode of the new season, host Kendra Blake reflects on why she stepped away, what motherhood has continued to teach her beneath the surface, and how her work has evolved into the Reclaimed Motherhood Method™ — a compassion-led framework that honours motherhood as a rite of...

Due to the sensitive nature of some of the information covered in this conversation, please note the following: Dr Caroline Boyd and Kendra start the call with a discussion concerning Intrusive Thoughts. It's important to make a distinction between the kinds of intrusive thoughts Caroline talks about and the kinds of thoughts arising in postpartum psychosis. Signs of postpartum psychosis can inclu...

In this episode of MamaThrive, I have the privilege of being joined by Lael Stone as we dive into what it means to bring connection and compassion into our mothering journeys. In this episode we explore the fundamental shift that women go through when they become mothers, and how we often bring our own childhood stories into our roles as parents. We discuss the ways in which we can become more con...

In this episode of MamaThrive, I have the privilege of being joined by Lavinia Brown, a trauma-informed psychodynamic coach and expert in inner child healing. Together we discuss what the inner child is, and how these younger parts of us show up during the course of our day-to-day life as parents, as partners and in many of the interactions and experiences that we have. We talk about how to connec...

In this episode of MamaThrive, I have the privilege of being joined by Margo Lowy, the author of "The Maternal Experience: Encounters with Ambivalence and Love”. She is interested in disrupting taboos and reframing and opening the conversation about mothering and ambivalence and our conversation in this episode does just that! Margo shares her wisdom around how maternal ambivalence - the experienc...

In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m excited to be joined in conversation with Erin Spahr, a licensed therapist, mother of two & feminist. Erin uses a feminist lens in her work with mothers and strives to help mothers free themselves from oppressive societal expectations and find more self-confidence and self-compassion.  In this conversation, Erin shares how the impossible standards placed on m...

In this episode of MamaThrive, I’m excited to be joined in conversation with Neha Ruch, the founder of Mother Untitled and the author of the forthcoming book, the Power Pause. She is on a mission to update and elevate the perception of stay-at-home motherhood in America and has been inspiring women across the globe with her work and impact In this conversation, Neha shares her experience of how mo...

I feel deeply moved by this episode and the gift it offers mother’s through Eve’s incredible work, highlighting the importance of reclaiming space for ourselves in motherhood. If you have ever found yourself at an edge in motherhood - frustrated, burnout, bored or overwhelmed - then this episode is for you! Joined by Eve Rodsky, we explore what Unicorn Space is (and how it is different from a hobb...

This episode is a must listen for any mother who has questioned her experience of motherhood, felt overwhelmed with “mum guilt” and wondered if it is possible to navigate the pressures of modern motherhood whilst simultaneously living a life that feels purposeful and aligned with their unique values, dreams and hopes.  I feel exceptionally moved by this episode as it puts the individual experience...

Motherhood can bring many challenges and often asks us to do deep healing work. In today’s episode I have the privilege of being joined by Catherine Counihan, a trauma-informed integrative Psychotherapist and mother of twin girls, who shares her experience on the intersection of healing, perfectionism and the Good Enough Mother.  We will explore why motherhood can often be our greatest opportunity...

Ever heard of “Mommy Brain” or noted comments, or even had your own reservations, about how your brain changes through pregnancy and motherhood? Dr Jodi Pawluski helps us explore some of the research that challenges the cultural messages around how motherhood in some way leaves a woman’s cognitive capacities defective - and instead sheds light on the gifts of the maternal brain.  If you have ever...

In this episode, I speak with Sarah Ashton, Perinatal Occupational Therapist and mama to two children. Sarah focuses on supporting mothers both pre, and postnatally, with the preparation, transition, adaptation and transformation occurring during matrescence.  We dive into Sarah’s passion exploring perinatal mental health and nervous system regulation whilst addressing the topic of overwhelm in mo...

Many of us struggle to find time for self-care, interests and healthy adult relationships. It often feels impossible because our priorities as mothers - like caring for our kids and households, are never-done. Today I am joined by Leslie Forde, the creator of the Mom’s Hierarchy of Needs, where we discuss her research that has supported thousands of mother’s to reclaim more time from the never-don...

In this episode, I speak with Kristin Laffrey, a mother and a coach who educates and consults women in business leading the way in the maternal services industry to create greater impact in fertility, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and motherhood. Together we discussed the delicate juggle that is required in ensuring that, as a mama, your dreams and ambitions can come alongside your vision for mothe...

This week, Kendra is joined by Heather Plett, author, facilitator, speaker and founder of The Centre for Holding Space. In this touching episode, Heather speaks about what it means to become an expert in “holding space”.  In this episode, Heather speaks about what it means to be able to hold space for ourselves as mama’s, as we parent. Together Kendra and Heather explore what it means to raise our...

This week, Kendra is joined by Georgie Stephen who is a naturopath for mums and babies. This episode recgonises that care and support for mamas needs to be done differently, and takes into consideration so much more than simply what a mama can do around her nutrition to look after her wellbeing.  Together Kendra and Georgie venture into a deep discussion about the sociocultural impact on motherhoo...

In today’s episode, Kendra is joined by Dr Whitney Casares, a maternal child health expert, a paediatrician and a mom of two. Dr Whitney is passionate about supporting mama’s to stop doing it all, and start doing what matters, and this episode is packed full with her wisdom and insight.  In our conversation together we look at practical ways mama’s can break the cycle of burnout in parenting (and...

Kendra is joined by Jessie Harrold in this week's episode exploring the sacred space that a woman is invited into, when she becomes a mother.  Together they venture into a deep discussion about what it is to honor and respect the transition into motherhood and how, when a woman experiences a well-supported matrescence, she has the opportunity to thrive and step into her most actualised sense of se...

Have you ever found yourself wondering how you can create space for yourself within your life as a mama? Or experienced feelings of overwhelm whilst juggling the mental and emotional load that comes with being a primary caregiver to your child/children. Then this episode is for you! Kendra is joined by Kirsti Gwynn in a warming conversation that strips self-care back to basics and provides practic...