Blog & Podcast - Newborn Mothers

I chat with Lizzie Williamson, founder of Two Minute Moves. Together we discuss Lizzie’s story of finding her way through postpartum depression with movement, the mindset shift to all-or-something, and taking that first step. At the core of this conversation, we explore how to bring movement as a tool for well-being into motherhood in small ways. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbo...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate and Mastermind participant Amy Marshall, the Dietician Doula. Together we discuss Amy’s beautiful story of finding her laugh again through creating a supported postpartum and life. We explore how Amy uses the tools of nourishment and support to help mums take care of their families in the way they want to. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmo...

I chat with motherhood studies sociologist and educator Sophie Brock. Together we discuss ideas like the social construction of motherhood and the perfect caregiver myth, as well as Sophie's own story of navigating motherhood and business. At the core of this conversation, we explore how the world impacts our experience of who we are within motherhood and the nuances of creating our own path. Lear...

I chat with Newborn Mothers educator Katie Cortés from Katie’s Babies, who teaches the module on sleep in our Postpartum Education and Care Professional training. Together we discuss the cultural expectations around infant sleep and how they are in tension with baby development. At the core of this conversation, we explore how sleep invites us to begin holding space for our child’s emotions, explo...

I chat with Newborn Mothers educator Amanda Stinton from Our Fourth Trimester, who teaches the module on mental health in our Postpartum Education and Care Professional training. Together we discuss how we can take a strengths-based approach to support postpartum mothers and caregivers facing challenges. At the core of this conversation, we explore how to shift from a deficit-based approach to one...

I chat with best-selling author, speaker, journalist and matrescence activist, Amy Taylor-Kabbaz from Mama Rising. Together we discuss the challenges that mothers face in returning to work and the systems change required to support their well-being. At the core of this conversation, we explore why the well-being of mothers is influenced by their workplace’s attitude to working mothers. Learn more...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Katie Parker. Together we discuss taking the leap from an established career as a hospital social worker to starting a business in postpartum work. From the struggle to get those first few clients to being overwhelmed with too many clients and putting some boundaries in place. At the core of this conversation, we explore the different seasons of working as a po...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Naomi Chrisoulakis from Cocoon. Together we discuss the evolution of her postpartum business, moving from postpartum service delivery to postpartum education. At the core of this conversation, we explore how working as a postpartum professional can change over time to suit your season of life and your passions. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newb...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Rachael Hollinger from NOURIS(her) and The Pause. Together we discuss how we can honour mothers through retreats, caring for them in the way they care for their children. At the core of this conversation, we explore how retreats for mothers are a countercultural act, subverting martyrdom with nourishment. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmot...

I chat with fellow advocate and educator Becca De Souza from Peaceful Birth Partnership. Together we discuss the importance of accessible perinatal care for mothers from refugee backgrounds and breaking the cycles of trauma through birth and parenting. At the core of this conversation is how when we really prioritize the women who are most at risk, all women will benefit. Learn more about postpart...

I chat with Sophie Walker, the founder and host of Australian Birth Stories, the podcast with over 8 million downloads. From recording episodes in her car to advocating for change through parliament, this conversation with Sophie is not to be missed. Together, we discuss Sophie's personal journey of starting the podcast and turning it into a business. We explore how Sophie's experience in public h...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Sami Stewart from The Hold. Together we discuss how public health, advocacy and policy intersect with the postpartum experience of mothers and families in their homes. At the core of this conversation, we explore the importance of working with families on the ground, as well as making changes at a systemic level. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  ne...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Chelsea Robinson from Mama's Modern Village. Together we discuss Chelsea's career change into the motherhood field, her learnings from working 1-1 with mothers and how she's using that to bring about systemic change. At the core of this conversation is the importance of education, social justice and systems change in shifting the maternal experience on an indiv...

I chat with Jodi Wilson, author of 'Practising Simplicity' and co-author with Sophie Walker of their upcoming book 'The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth'. Together we discuss Jodi's life changing trip caravanning around Australia with four kids for two years, and how this has shaped her practice of simplicity. At the core of this conversation is asking the questions, "What is susta...

I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Charlotte Pickering from Kin by Charlotte. Together we discuss Charlotte's transition from a job into postpartum work, how her offerings have evolved and the impact of working locally. At the core of this conversation is the need to value ourselves and our work, so that we can build financial sustainability in a way that honours our home and family life. Learn...

I chat with two graduates Renee and Micka who are the co-founders of Fill Your Cup. Together they now provide work and support for themselves another 5 doulas, plus sell a range of physical products. They share their story of rapid growth, failing fast and how they pivoted during the pandemic to grow a thriving and unexpected business model. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmot...

Jojo and I met 7 years ago, when she was running a pregnancy day spa in New Zealand. She has since sold the business and moved to the UK to start a new postpartum business. We talk about the challenges of starting again, including pricing, networking and how to find your ideal client. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmothers.com

Colleen Wilson is a registered midwife for 30 years and the creator of Nurtured Mums. Nurtured Mums’ mission is to provide education to pregnant couples about the postnatal period to come and support the new family for the first 6 weeks following the birth of their baby. It is tailored to meet the unique needs of mum and her baby with an emphasis on evidence-based care along with traditional postp...

Janelle graduated from Newborn Mothers Collective 5 years ago and in this interview, we check in on how her business is going. She shares her knowledge of rites of passage and feminine rhythms and how they help us prepare and find our way through challenges in the mothering journey. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmothers.com

We catch up with Julie-Anne from Episode 6 and find out what she's up to now. Julie-Anne talks about new government funding for perinatal care in Canada and how the pandemic impacted her career. She also shares how she has plenty of clients without spending any time on social media (spoiler - she's earning more money than ever!) Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmothers.com

Kathryn graduated from the Newborn Mothers Collective way back in 2016, and after working as a postpartum doula for a few years started an agency, One Moon Doula. Kathryn shares the pros and cons for both families and doulas using agencies and different agency models and how they work. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmothers.com

Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and mum of three, Katherine Baquie, shares how women can better understand and support their bodies through pregnancy and beyond. With over 16 years’ experience in perinatal health, Kath offers practical guidance on pelvic floor care, recovery and fitness for new mums. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmothers.com

Jo Bealey is a counsellor, postpartum doula & baby massage instructor. She has a background in well-being and is passionate about creating better mental health for mums. Jo works both online and locally allowing the flexibility for mothers to receive support, with a particular interest in working with birth trauma and postpartum anxiety. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.c...

Maddy shares her traumatic first birth story, as well as her healing second birth. Her experience of the impact that different carers have on birth outcomes led her to become a community organiser and she is now Campaign Director for The Parenthood. Parenthood is a community working to make Australia the best place in the world to be a parent. #ParentsUp is their parent-led campaign for bette...

Rachael is qualified in culinary arts, and now works as a postpartum doula in Central Pennsylvania. She shares openly about her very challenging pregnancies and postpartum experiences. You'll learn about her successful business and how she has adapted her work to various situations. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit  newbornmothers.com