Motherhood: Beyond Books

In this soulful and grounded episode, we explore how astrology can be a compassionate tool in motherhood — from understanding your child’s emotional world to embracing your own unique path as a parent. Your hosts, Adina, a child psychotherapist, and Steph, a holistic health coach (and both mothers!), are joined by astrologer Deborah to unpack character-based astrology, family synastry, timing cycl...

Money, motherhood, and meaning—how do they all connect? In this episode of Motherhood Beyond Books , Steph, a holistic health coach, and Adina, a psychotherapist, sit down with Mar Hausler, a German-Singaporean entrepreneur and the creator of the Aligned Money methodology. Mar shares her journey from a London Financial Trader to a leader in Regenerative Economics , helping women align their financ...

Welcome to the Motherhood Beyond Books podcast, hosted by Adina, a psychotherapist, and Stephanie, a holistic health coach. Today we have a wonderful guest, Ana Tajder. Ana is an award-winning author, journalist, and the host of “Thank You, Mama, where she interviews women from around the world about the most important lessons they have learnt from their mothers. In 163 episodes (and counting), gu...

Welcome back to Motherhood Beyond Books hosted by Adina, a psychotherapist, and Stephanie, a holistic health coach. Today’s topic is so timely, so layered, and, honestly, something we’ve both been noticing in our personal and professional lives. We’re talking about this collective yearning for slowing down, pulling back, and finding peace. It’s showing up everywhere—less obsession with social medi...

Today, we are taking a deep dive into a health trend called fasting. We are thrilled to talk about it with a true inspiration in wellness and metabolic health—Dorota Cloke. A nutritionist, biohacker, and founder of the Global Fast community launched in April 2020, she has dedicated herself to helping individuals tap into the transformative power of fasting. Her approach goes beyond standard protoc...

In this episode we talk about a topic that’s often a worry for mothers, anxiety in our children. We share our personal exerpeinces and discuss practical ways to help our kids get through the anxiety. We also delve into the Eastern medicines take and strategies to manage anxiety. We hope you find this useful and would love your input on future topics that we can cover for you to benefit from. Follo...

Today we wanted to talk about anxiety. This is a really huge subject, and as such we may even break it into several spin off episodes but for today we wanted to focus on the broader aspect of Anxiety in motherhood - and what it is, and how we can learn to tame it.  Now we know, there are a lot of amazing resources for anxiety, and nervous system regulation out there, and we are not going to attemp...

We are back for season 2 of Motherhood Beyond Books and we're so excited to share more on all aspects of motherhood with you. In this episode we are talking about Empty Nest Syndrome. It's that time of year when many of you may have dropped a child off for the first time at nursery, university, or boarding school, or even just preparing for that day in the not-too-distant future. The term "empty n...

In this episode, Stephanie and Adina talk candidly sharing things they wish they could go back and tell themselves as new parents. Worried you're gonna mess up? Spoiler alert: You absolutely will! But it's OK! We promise. What matters is that you can repair and reconnect, learn and grow. Don't sweat the small stuff! You've got this! You're doing better than you think. Let us kn...

In this episode, we’ve got a special guest joining us. Maria Ensabella, mother of two and one of UK’s leading wellness practitioners and founder of London Cryo will help us understand the world of cold therapy, also known as cryotherapy, and its surprising benefits for mothers. We'll explore how this innovative treatment can help with postpartum recovery, stress relief, and overall well-being....

In this episode we unravel the fascinating relationship between food, microbiome health, and children's emotional development. From picky eaters to mood swings, we examine how dietary choices impact the microbial diversity in kids' guts and subsequently influence their mood, behaviour, and cognitive function. We’re always open to hearing feedback and ideas for new topics. You can reach us...

In this episode, we explore the concept of gut intuition and its relevance in the journey of motherhood. Drawing from personal experiences and professional advice, we discuss how mothers can tap into their innate intuition to make confident decisions in parenting, navigate challenges, and cultivate deeper connections with their children. We’re always open to hearing feedback and ideas for new topi...

On this episode we’ll dive deep into the fascinating link between our gut health and emotional well-being, exploring how the foods we eat impact our microbiome and subsequently influence our mood and mental health. We’re also going to discuss practical strategies for mothers to optimise their gut health and support their emotional resilience amidst the challenges of parenting. We’re always open to...

This is part 3 in the series of The Birth of a Mother. Today we're exploring a phenomenon that's as old as humanity itself but often overlooked in discussions about motherhood: matrescence. Join us as we look at both Eastern and Western perspectives in this insightful discussion, with heartfelt stories, and expert insights.  We’re always open to hearing feedback and ideas for new topics. Y...

This is part 2 in the series of The Birth of a Mother. Today we’re looking specifically at pregnancy and childbirth in the journey into motherhood. It’s a topic that is both universal and deeply personal. For many women, the transition to motherhood is one of the most significant and life-altering experiences they will ever undergo. It's a journey filled with love, yes, but it can also be acco...

In today's episode -  Part 1 in the series on A Birth of a Mother -  we delve into the ever-evolving concept of motherhood. Join us as we tap into both Western and Eastern viewpoints. From ancient civilizations to modern societies, the role of mothers has been a cornerstone of human existence, shaping families, communities, and cultures in profound ways. We know that motherhood can be perceive...

We wanted to create something that we wish existed. It’s called Motherhood: Beyond Books because we believe in the interconnectedness of all aspects of health and well-being. A place where we can be curious and think outside the box. We want to bridge the gap between western psychology and eastern holistic systems to provide a fresh, insightful approach to parenting. To give you an example of what...