Beyond Motherhood

On the podcast this week, we delve into the common feeling of losing oneself in the journey of motherhood and discuss the profound transformation from maiden to mother and the struggle many women face in recognising their self worth beyond their roles as caregivers. This episode explores the societal expectations that often make mothers feel guilty for wanting time to themselves or pursuing person...

Welcome to another episode of Beyond Motherhood where guest Christina Smith and I dive deep into the transformative concept of reparenting. If you’re unfamiliar with this term, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered. Reparenting involves taking on the role of a nurturing parent for your inner child, healing wounds from your past, and meeting needs that may have been neglected during your childhood. W...

In this weeks episode, we explore why running late or feeling rushed can be so overwhelming for mothers. We delve into the physiological response of the nervous system, the conditioning from societal expectations, and practical strategies to manage this stress. Watch full video on YouTube: https://youtu.be/phyzHVcFUzI Connect with Monique: Instagram: www.instagram.com/moniquebathis Facebook: www.f...

Hey beautiful mamas. On this week’s episode, I chat with clinical psychologist and parenthood and relationship coach, Markella Kaplani, we delve into mum guilt and shame. Markella shares her insights on why these feelings are so prevalent among mothers, discussing their impact on daily life and relationships with children and partners. Markella discusses why not only societal expectations but also...

In this episode of Beyond Motherhood, we dive into the inevitable chaos that comes with raising kiddos. Mess and parenthood often go hand-in-hand, and it can be overwhelming for parents to see their homes look like a tornado has hit. But why does mess trigger such a strong reaction in us? We’ll explore the reasons behind our stress and share practical strategies to manage the mess without losing y...

It can feel daunting, scary even, to step into the unknown and outside of the role as mama and start to rediscover yourself and do things that are solely for YOU. This week’s episode dives into the barriers and blocks that you may come up against, including fear and low self worth, and that possibly stop you from deepening your connection with yourself beyond being a mama. Because ultimately, your...

Hey beautiful Mamas. On this weeks episode I dive into the seasons on motherhood and how to navigate the trickier times we all inevitably face. I’ll share the what has and continues to support me when I’m going through rough patches, because like you all, times can feel really hard at times. I hope this resonates with you. Connect with Monique: Instagram: www.instagram.com/moniquebathis Facebook:...

Mum guilt. We’ve all experienced, and experience it for a myriad of reasons. On today’s episode, I want to chat to you about mum guilt when it comes to wanting a break from our kids and doing something for yourself (aka prioritising your needs!). I share a little about a recent experience of mum guilt and amongst other things. Would love to hear if this resonated with you as well! Watch the full v...

Welcome to this week’s episode n the poddy where I dive into why mindset alone (e.g. positive thinking) won’t help you through a hard day as a Mama and what you need to also consider including your body, nervous system and support network. As someone who used to just try and brush off hard times with positive thoughts to only still keep coming up against the same issues years later… I know all too...

On this week’s episode of the podcast I speak to how we can show up more present in motherhood and life and why it is so challenging for many of us to live in the present moment. I’ll cover things from the hypermasculine society in which we live, how our achievement is tied to our worth, mindfulness and self awareness, finding magic in the mundane, and more! Enjoy mama x Watch the full video on Yo...

Welcome to this week’s episode where I have another beautiful guest, Jenna Smith, from Naturally Empowered Living, joining us chatting all about self love, self trust and self connection in motherhood. It’s always so amazing to connect with like minded Mamas who share a journey, so I know you will love all that Jenna has to share… I loved our convo on how we can start to lean more into our own wis...

Hello beautiful Mamas. This week’s episode is a little special. My eldest turned 10 a week and a half ago and it got me all emo and reflective. It’s crazy that I have been a Mama for a DECADE! It’s still hard to believe. So, I am sharing with you what this past 10 years of being a Mama has taught me about life, motherhood and being human… enjoy! Watch the full episode over on YouTube: https://yout...

Welcome to this week’s episode! I got to chat with Functional Nutritionist, Jenna Poole, all around how we, as motherhos, can support ourselves a little better with the food we use to fuel our (and our children’s) bodies every day, so we can start to feel more energised and less drained. Jenna drops some nuggets of wisdom and has definitely given me some food for thought (pun intended). Be sure to...

I LOVED this week’s episode with special guest and trauma informed parent coach, Emma Hopper. We spoke about all things: - Embodied parenting - Mum rage and and the postpartum journey - Healing our own wounds through parenting - How we can foster better relationships with our kids and family - And so much more! About Emma: Emma is a mom to two cheeky, energetic little monkeys, and a trauma informe...

Motherhood can be all consuming and of course, it makes up a huge part of who we are… but it is not the ONLY role we play. And, underneath all the labels, we have an essence as a woman AND a human being. This week episode shares 3 ways to start to embrace and come back home to yourself, reclaiming your identity outside of ‘Mum’. Connect with Monique: Instagram: www.instagram.com/moniquebathis Face...

Hey beautifuls! This week’s episode I welcome guest, Dr Kirstin Lauritzen, and we are speaking on birth trauma (please use discernment when listening for anyone who may potentially be triggered by this topic). Kirstin and I dive into the impact of unprocessed birth trauma, misconceptions surrounding birth trauma, how we can support mothers postpartum and we both speak to our own stories of birth t...

Hey beautifuls! I thought it time to share a little more about myself and the mission I have for mothers across the globe. How having my second son and going through a separation have been defining moments for me in more recent times and lead me onto the path of self discovery and reconnecting with my creativity and passions. This is only part of my story, but I hope it resonates with you today. C...

Welcome to this week’s episode, where I got to chat to one of my friends, Maya Morell. We spoke around how being in our fullest expression as women impacts our mothering and the journey to self-acceptance and living in authenticity. This woman inspires me all the time and I am so grateful our paths crossed - enjoy! About Maya: Maya is a dedicated mum to two amazing kids and a loving stepmom to two...

On this week’s episode, I share with you a short, 5 minute meditation for the busy mum. Often as Mamas, the idea to sit and meditate and just “be” can seem daunting and put in the “too hard basket”. So I wanted to create a meditation for you to plug into that was not only short enough that it didn’t feel like another “chore”, but would also have you feeling more grounded, at peace and rejuvenated...

On this week’s episode I was lucky enough to speak with perinatal psychologist, Katie Lazaris, who shared with me her wisdom on supporting mothers through matrescence, the importance of a mother’s mental health and wellness, and how we can better support mothers, especially in those early years after having a baby. About Katie: With a special interest in perinatal mental health, Katie Lazaris is a...

I loved this conversation with my guest, Deanna Wheeler. We chatted on how meditation and mindfulness can be tools to lean into during times of stress and grief, and how, as a mother, they can support you in being more present in life. About Deanna: Deanna turned to meditation at a time in her life when she needed hope. She had to manage the weight of grief heavier than anything she had ever felt...

On this week's episode, I share a mantra that will support and remind you of to give yourself compassion and grace as you journey through the ebbs and flows of motherhood. The words are as follows: I am doing the best I can I am human and I make mistakes I accept myself as I am I forgive myself Listen and sing along and as you become more familiar with it, my invitation for you is to bring thi...

I am thrilled to have my first guest, Erica Kesilman, joining me on today's episode diving deep into how we can start to create positive changes in our relationships with our kids and feel more connected and energised in how we mother (and do life). Erica speaks to her own experience as a mother and what lead her to now supporting other parents and kids through the incredible work she does. I...

Welcome to this week's episode where we dive into the loss of identity in motherhood including reasons why we all go through this as we become mothers and even grow our family. We will also be chatting about the ways that you can start to rediscover your identity outside of motherhood, because ultimately, our role as a Mama is only one part of who we are. I hope you enjoy it, let me know your take...

In this week's episode we talk about a very important topic on how, as a mother, you can recover and re-centre after you lose it (aka flip your lid) at your kids. From strategies to ground yourself, to cultivating self compassion and reconnecting with your children after one of these moments, you will take something away from this episode, I am sure! Catch the full video over on my YouTube cha...