Beyond Motherhood

In this episode of Beyond Motherhood , I’m joined by the Aaria Clair, my co-facilitator for the upcoming Awaken Her workshop. Together, we dive into the often-misunderstood world of sensuality and pleasure - beyond the cultural conditioning that tells us it’s wrong, dirty, or only about sex. Aaria shares her personal story and we explore: ✨ How cultural narratives shape our relationship with sens...

In this episode of Beyond Motherhood , I’m joined by the wonderful Sarah Bane , Anxiety Educator and founder of Yogitales, who is passionate about supporting children and teens with their mental health and supporting their parents along the way. We dive into: ✨ Sarah’s journey into yoga and why she focuses on young people ✨ The shifts we’re seeing in children’s and teens’ mental health ✨ Signs...

What if moving your body wasn’t about burning calories—but about stopping the Mum burnout? In this episode of Beyond Motherhood, we explore how shifting the way you move can help you move out of survival mode and back into yourself. If you’ve ever felt exhausted, snappy, or like you’ve lost yourself in the chaos of motherhood, this conversation is for you. If you’re ready to reconnect with your bo...

In this episode of Beyond Motherhood, I’m joined by Kelly Bagshaw to talk about relationships, separation, and dating post-divorce, through the lens of motherhood. This conversation is real, raw, and deeply supportive for any mum navigating love, loss, and rediscovering herself beyond divorce. About Kelly: Kelly is a Holistic Psychotherapist, Coach, Breathwork facilitator & Retreat Host and wo...

If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of snapping, serving everyone but yourself, and feeling invisible in motherhood, this episode is for you. We’re unpacking the silent weight so many mums carry - the constant doing, the numbness just to get through the day, and the guilt that creeps in when you even think about joy or pleasure. This isn’t about adding more to your plate. It’s about coming home to y...

In this episode of Beyond Motherhood, we’re unpacking why choosing rest feels so bloody uncomfortable , and how that urge to “just do one more thing” is your nervous system stuck in survival mode. I’ll guide you through what’s really going on beneath the surface, why rest is a radical act of self trust and how every time you give yourself permission to soften, you start to rewire your nervous syst...

Let's face it, we've all experienced mum guilt at one point or another. But what if you could give yourself a little more grace and compassion? On this week's episode, I share a short melodic mantra to support every mama to breathe into and let go of mum guilt, while embracing self compassion in even the toughest of motherhood days. Connect with Monique: Instagram: www.instagram.com/moniquebathis...

In this powerful episode, I dive into why so many mothers feel shut down, numb, or disconnected from their sensuality - and why it’s not your fault. If you’ve ever felt like you’re constantly “on” for everyone else but feel empty inside, this one’s for you. Want to take this work deeper? Check out my FREE masterclass, The Power of Pleasure here: https://www.moniquebathis.com/the-power-of-pleasure-...

Pleasure may be the last thing on your mind as as busy mama, but it’s something that has been a game changer for me in many ways throughout my motherhood AND self discovery journey the past couple of years. One this week’s episode, we dive into coming home to yourself in motherhood through reclaiming your joy and pleasure. From my own journey as a single mama in rewiring my relationship with pleas...

From struggling to conceive to now helping other women heal and reconnect with their bodies, this week’s guest, Jacquie Mync, shares her wisdom on conscious conception and the emotional, physical and energetic journey of fertility. We chat about what’s missing in the traditional fertility model, the power of a holistic approach to healing, and how to start connecting with your womb. If you're long...

When mamahood feels overwhelming and your nervous system is stretched to its limit, mindset hacks aren’t going to cut it! You need to listen to your body. In this episode, we’ll talk about why “positive vibes only” isn’t resilience, and how ignoring your body’s signals can keep you stuck in overwhelm and burnout. If you’re riding the emotional rollercoaster right now, this is your reminder that yo...

On this week’s episode, I chat about why in our society, mothers are feeling more exhausted and burnt out than ever before. And how we can still show up in a way that feels good, even on the hardest of days and signals safety to your nervous system. If you’re ready to start feeling GOOD within yourself and motherhood again, join my FREE masterclass, The Power of Pleasure, where we explore how reco...

*TW: Self Harm In today’s episode, I chat with guest, Nicki Lambert, who discovered her daughter was self-harming 6 years ago and went through her own transformation to not only support her daughter through her own challenges, but heal herself along the way. Nicki now supports and coaches other parents who are struggling with their teens do the same through a compassionate and trauma-informed lens...

Motherhood changes everything - especially your sense of self. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and wondered “Who even am I anymore?”, this episode is for you. We’re diving into the messy, beautiful, and sometimes painful process of rediscovering your identity post-motherhood. ✨ T he identity crisis so many mums face ✨ Why it’s not about “getting back” to who you were, but meeting the woman y...

In this episode, we explore the magic of rituals - not just for your kids, but for you as a mother and woman. Rituals don’t have to be elaborate. They’re the small, intentional moments that help us move from chaos to connection, from survival to sacred. I break down why rituals regulate our nervous systems, deepen family bonds, and help us reclaim our own identity beyond the motherhood hustle. Whe...

This week on Beyond Motherhood we are chatting about RESISTANCE. Your kiddo wants to play and you feel that RESISTANCE. You want to try a new hobby that feels edgy and you feel the RESISTANCE. You desire to call in like-minded mama friends but feel the RESISTANCE. So how can we meet this resistance and do it anyway (even an baby step)? We’ll uncover this question and more in the episode. Some ques...

Motherhood is loud, messy, and full of moments that send your brain into panic mode. But what if you could stop the stress spiral before it takes over? In this episode, we’re diving into the power of the mantra “This is not an emergency” - a simple yet life-changing way to soothe your nervous system when chaos hits. ✨ Why motherhood feels like a constant emergency (hint: your brain is wired for s...

Mama, it’s time to reclaim your right to pleasure. In this episode of Beyond Motherhood , we’re breaking down the myth that joy, creativity, and play are luxuries that come after the to-do list is done. You’ll learn: Why society teaches mums to dismiss pleasure—and why that’s total BS. The science behind pleasure and how it supports your nervous system. And more... Pleasure isn’t a reward. It’s yo...

Motherhood can be messy, unpredictable, and full of moments that don’t go to plan. And yet, we spend so much energy trying to control it all - our kids’ emotions, the household, the never ending to-do lists - believing that if we just manage everything perfectly , we’ll finally feel calm and in control. But what if the opposite were true? In this episode, we’re diving into: Why our need for contro...

Motherhood changes everything - but it doesn’t mean you have to lose yourself. In this episode, I chat with Kamina James about how mothers can reconnect with their creativity and vocation postpartum. We dive into why so many mums feel disconnected from their passions, how creativity can be a powerful tool for self discovery and connection, and practical ways to reignite your spark (without the gui...

"There’s just never enough time." Motherhood feels like a never-ending to-do list. The mental load, the invisible labor, the constant juggle - it’s a lot. And in a society that was never built to support mothers, no wonder we feel like we’re drowning. But here’s the truth: waiting for a big, perfect window of “me time” is a trap. That time never magically appears. Instead, we have to claim it—in t...

In today’s episode, we explore why slowing down in motherhood feels so hard. From societal pressure to constant doing, to how our nervous systems are wired for hustle, it’s no wonder taking a break can feel unsafe and unfamiliar. But mama, you deserve to slow down. If you're running on empty, this episode is your reminder that slowing down is vital for your well being and your family’s. Listen...

The early years of parenting can feel like a whirlwind of sleepless nights, endless to-do lists, and barely enough time to breathe - let alone connect with your partner. So how do you keep the spark alive when you're knee deep in nappies and sleep deprivation? In this episode, I sit down with relationship coaches Angela and James Mitchell to talk about how couples can maintain intimacy, connec...

Motherhood really does change you - including how you feel in your body. Between exhaustion, overstimulation, and the never ending mental load, pleasure and self connection often take a backseat (or maybe they have your whole life). But reclaiming your sensuality isn’t about “fixing” yourself or even something that should be shamed - it’s about coming home to your body in a way that feels good for...

Anger in motherhood is often seen as something to suppress, but what if your rage was actually a powerful message from your body? In this episode, we’re redefining anger - not as a failure, but as a tool for self-awareness, healing, and transformation. I’ll share practical ways to process and release rage so you can move from overwhelm to deeper connection, joy, and aliveness. Link to the mantra:...