Equestrian Mama

Leah Kaufman, founder of the equestrian brand Dapple Bay, shares her journey of growing a community-centered brand while navigating the profound changes that motherhood brings. In this episode, Leah opens up about: Building Dapple Bay from a passion project into a thriving business The realities of her pregnancy journey and the adjustments that came with becoming a mom How motherhood reshaped her...

Join Lucy Courchain for a powerful conversation with Brianna Noble , founder of Urban Cowgirl Ranch and tireless advocate for inclusivity in the equestrian world. In this revealing episode, Brianna opens up about the profound shifts in her approach to horsemanship after becoming a mother, from reassessing risks to reimagining what success looks like in the saddle. Together, they explore the challe...

Join Lucy Courchaine for an inspiring conversation with Jena Antonucci, the groundbreaking thoroughbred trainer who made history as the first woman to win the Belmont Stakes in 2023. In this candid discussion, Jena shares how she's reshaping the racing industry while navigating life as a stepmother of four. Jena shares her experiences breaking down barriers in a traditionally male-dominated sp...

Join Lucy for an enlightening conversation with Emily Bushnell, owner of Endeavor Therapeutic Horsemanship and PATH certified instructor, who shares her powerful journey of combining motherhood with an impactful equestrian career. How the barn becomes a sanctuary for both parent and child, offering unique sensory experiences and moments of peace The game-changing role of a supportive partner in pu...

Host Lucy Courchaine sits down with Betsy Steiner, a Grand Prix dressage rider, trainer, and USDF Gold medalist. Betsy shares her journey of balancing motherhood with a thriving professional equestrian career. Together, Lucy and Betsy discuss: The emergence of compassionate, loving, and disciplined qualities through motherhood and how they translate to horse training The parallels between raising...

Join host Lucy Courchaine as she sits down with Canadian designer and founder of Asmar Equestrian, Noel Asmar , in an inspiring conversation that spans life, business, and the equestrian world. Noel shares her journey from horse-crazy kid to fashion innovator, all while navigating the challenges of motherhood and building an award-winning brand. Highlights: The inspiration behind the All Weather R...

In this deeply personal episode, host Lucy Courchaine talks with Caroline Culbertson , former host and producer of the award-winning podcast Equestrian Voices. Caroline opens up about her recent experience with pregnancy loss and how she navigated the emotional journey alongside her two young children and a career in equestrian media. Together, Lucy and Caroline discuss: Their shared experiences w...

In this episode, host Lucy Courchain chats with Taryn Young , the dynamic force behind the popular Instagram account Warmbloods + Wine (@warmbloodsandwine) and the clothing line Novella Equestrian. Taryn shares her unique journey balancing life as an amateur dressage competitor, entrepreneur, and mom. Listen in as Taryn talks about: Her path to creating a supportive equestrian community with Warmb...

In this episode, host Lucy Courchaine opens up about the uncharted postpartum journey, sharing her experiences balancing recovery, breastfeeding, and life in the barn. She covers the essentials that made her return to the saddle smoother and her life as a new mom a little easier, including: Tips on balancing riding with breastfeeding Key products that make barn life easier with a baby Insights on...

Wondering if it’s safe to ride while pregnant? Curious about how other equestrian mamas balance their love of horses with pregnancy? Dr. Kathleen Bertuna —a seasoned OB/GYN and lifelong equestria—joins Lucy to share her expert advice and personal insights. In this episode, Dr. Bertuna covers: What really happens to your body when you’re riding while pregnant Key physical and mental health consider...

In this premiere episode of Equestrian Mama , Grand Prix dressage rider and Sapphire Sport Horses owner Lucy Courchaine shares her honest journey through her first pregnancy during the uncertainty of 2021. Lucy opens up about the unique challenges self-employed equestrians face—from navigating pregnancy without formal maternity leave to making difficult decisions with clients who didn’t understand...