Mom Camp: Around the Campfire

In this week’s episode of Mom Camp: Around the Campfire , I’m joined by Tami Wong, founder of Hair Loss Pride. Hair loss is something so many women experience, yet few of us talk about openly. It often shows up quietly, wrapped in shame, fear, and the belief that we’re the only ones going through it. This chat was incredibly powerful—not just because of her story, but because of what she’s built i...

In this week’s episode of Mom Camp: Around the Campfire , I’m joined by the incredible Anthonia Ogundele, founder and executive director of Ethos Lab Educational Society. We dive into how she's transforming after-school STEAM (science, technology, engineering, applied arts, and math) programming by centering culture, identity, and community — especially for kids who may not traditionally see t...

In this episode of the Around the Campfire podcast, I’m joined by Lauren Bohl — a functional medicine certified health coach, occupational therapist, and mom of two teens — for a powerful conversation about what it really looks like to prioritize your own well-being as a mom. Lauren shares her personal journey through motherhood, career pivots, and burnout, and how those experiences ultimately led...

In this week’s episode, I’m chatting with parenting expert and RDI Consultant Nancy Gilette. Nancy is a powerhouse when it comes to helping parents—especially those raising autistic or neurodivergent kids— to navigate things differently. But here’s the magic: the insights she shares aren’t just for parents of neurodivergent kiddos. This conversation is for every parent who's feeling the shifts in...

In this episode, I’m chatting with the incredible Koryn Heisler, founder of This World’s Ours Centre in Vancouver. Koryn is a former teacher and a mom of three kiddos, two of who are on the autism spectrum. We talk about what led her to start this amazing space, how it’s grown from a big dream into a vibrant, inclusive community hub, and how it's meeting a much-needed gap for neurodivergent ki...

In this episode of Mom Camp: Around the Campfire , I’m joined by Amanda Sayfy, Executive Director of Dress for Success Vancouver. This conversation is a powerful deep dive into the many roles women carry, and how those roles can lead to overwhelm, burnout, and the loss of self. Amanda shares her personal journey of rediscovering self-worth, learning to give herself permission to prioritize her nee...

In this episode of the  Mom Camp: Around the Campfire  podcast, I am chatting with Simone Grewal about the challenges and triumphs of balancing motherhood and career. Simone talks about the evolution of her roles as a mother, and how COVID really allowed her to slow down and make space for what truly mattered. We talk about the importance of self-care, and Simone shares practical strategies for ma...

In this episode of the Mom Camp: Around the Campfire podcast, I am speaking with Olga Roberts from Collage Beauty about the importance of self-care and the even deeper concept of self-nurturing. Olga shares her entrepreneurial journey from being a flight attendant through to co-founding a skincare line that emphasizes holistic health and wellness. Every step of the way, wellness and sustainability...

In this episode of the Around the Campfire podcast, Aeryon Ashlie shares her inspiring journey from struggling with personal health issues to becoming the CEO and founder of Aeryon Wellness. She discusses her holistic approach to wellness, emphasizing the importance of mindset, self-care, and empowering women through health education. Aeryon also highlights her innovative product line designed spe...

In this episode of the Mom Camp: Around the Campfire podcast, I am chatting with Abby Hildebrand, founder of Wellness Creek Consulting. Abby shares her journey into motherhood, the challenges she faced, and how she discovered breathwork as a tool for self-regulation and self-care. Our chat digs into the science behind breathwork, and the transformative effects of these practices on mental health a...

In today's episode of the Mom Camp: Around the Campfire podcast, I am chatting with Ginny Lam, co-founder of Kidtropolis. Ginny shares her experiences growing up in an immigrant Chinese Canadian family, and the impact of the traditional gender roles her mother enforced. You will hear about Ginny's ongoing legal case, as she fights against gender bias in inheritance rights. Her story is incredibly...

In this episode of the Around the Campfire podcast, I chat with career coach Andrea Barr about the challenges we face as parents trying to balance work and family life. We dive into Andrea’s journey into career coaching for parents and how she helps people navigate career changes and shifts that happen with parenting. We chat about the importance of self-care, how crucial support systems are, the...

In this episode I am chatting with Nadine Stille, a certified coach who helps moms find their passion and go after their dreams. We talk about the importance of ditching the 'shoulds,' and the barriers that can stop people from taking steps to find what truly brings them joy. Nadine shares her personal journey of living in six different countries, we even get a sneak peek into what I defin...

In this episode, I am chatting with Bella and Alex, hosts of the Let's Not Sugarcoat It podcast. They share how they met, the evolution of their podcast, and their passion for having raw, unfiltered conversations. Our conversation covers a variety of topics that are central to the motherhood experience, and the importance of vulnerability, and authenticity. Bella and Alex share their own exper...

In today's episode, I am chatting with Heather Odendaal, founder and CEO of WNorth, a conference and membership community for working women. Heather shares the origins of WNorth, and how the organization serves working women. Heather shares the challenges and experiences she has faced as a working mom and entrepreneur, and emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for women in busines...

In this episode I am chatting with Breanne Felicella of Diary of a People Pleaser. Breanne is an incredible resource for helping people understand what people pleasing looks and feels like, how it can show up in your life, and where it might come from. We talk a lot about how you can start to overcome this behaviour, and how to start setting healthy boundaries in your life - even when it seems har...

This episode isn't like anything I have shared before. Just over two weeks ago I had the honour of speaking at a new event, called the IGNITE Motherhood Wellness Summit. There was a lineup of incredible moms speaking, and I honestly couldn't believe I was included. I love speaking, but I always have major imposter syndrome! The topic I was asked to speak on was connection and community, an...

In today's episode you get...me. It's a solo episode, because I wanted to share a lesson that I keep re-learning, and that has become a helpful mantra for me over the years. I learned it from Roni Noone many years ago - what you can, when you can (#WYCWYC). In this solo "chat" I am sharing how and when I use this phrase in my life, and how it can be so helpful to reframe a situat...

In this episode I am chatting with Jennifer Kolbuc and Kate Le Souef, co-hosts of the podcast Get Outside with Kids. As their show name implies, they are very passionate about sharing tips and tricks on how to get outside with your kids - in any mood, in any weather, whenever you can. They chat about the science behind outside time, the benefits of making it a priority, and how it has impacted the...

In today's episode I am chatting with Dr. Ally Power, Naturopathic doctor and motherhood coach. We are talking about how motherhood doesn't have to equal fatigue and low energy, or forgetting about you as a human. It's about finding ways to to make time for yourself, set boundaries, and prioritize your health. It's not just about health care or medicine, it's also about behavio...

In this episode I am chatting with motherhood coach Cayley Benjamin. This is a pretty profound conversation. Cayley's research is on the subject of "matrescence," which she defines and explains throughout the chat. It will likely shift how you think about motherhood and your own experiences. Matrescence is the transformation - physical, psychological, social, economic, and spiritual...

In today's episode I am chatting with Kate Bouchard, founder of Loba. Loba is an incredible pill and supplement organizer that not only organizes your pills in a beautiful container, but also turns what can feel like clutter and an obligation into a special ritual as part of your self-care practice. Kate shares the story of how her own journey through hormonal health challenges led to the deve...

In today's episode I am chatting with Jamie Watkins. Often called the “Happiness Coach,” Jamie is the founder of My Peace of Happy, coach, author, keynote speaker, and mental wellness advocate. In our conversation she shares her inspiring story of what she has come through to live a life focused on creating happiness. Jamie is truly incredible and just such a joy, with so much awesomeness to s...

In today's episode I am chatting with the incredible Heather Chauvin. Heather is a leadership coach who helps successful women courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms. Today we are talking about connecting with how you want to feel in your life. Maybe you want to feel more alive, maybe you want to feel more free...what is that root feeling and how do you get th...

In today's episode I am chatting with Janette Shearer. I first met Janette through mom blogging and we have collaborated on a few things over the years, so I am so thrilled she is finally on the podcast! I have always been inspired by her posts, especially about running. Janette shares how she found her community through running, and how she went from a non-runner to a coach who runs half and...