The Relaxed Mama Club

In this solo episode, I'm exploring one of the most common phrases I hear during pregnancy: "I'm just going to go with the flow." At first glance, it sounds like a sensible approach. Birth can be unpredictable, and staying flexible is important. But what if the "flow" you're talking about isn't actually the one you want to be following? In this episode, I unpack...

Toddler sleep can feel like one of the biggest challenges in the early years of motherhood. By this stage, sleep often stops being just about naps and night wakes, and can start to feel more like a negotiation, a power struggle, or even a knock to our confidence as parents. In this episode, I’m joined by child sleep specialist Jess Prescott, founder of Jess' Sleep Secrets. Jess works with fami...

Pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period bring huge physical changes to your body… but so many women are simply told that aches, pains and discomfort are “just part of it.” In this episode, I’m joined by osteopath Lynn McGauley , who specialises in supporting pregnant women, new mums and babies. We explore what osteopathy actually is, how it works, and how it can offer gentle, practical support d...

Raising girls today can feel… a little different. Many of us didn’t expect the pressure to start quite so early. Conversations around body image, appearance, confidence and comparison are showing up younger and younger, and it can leave us wondering how best to support our daughters through it all. In this episode, I’m joined by Lisa Williams , who runs Womanifest , a wellbeing festival focused on...

In this episode, I'm joined by Christa Smith , Mindset Clarity Coach for Women and Belief and Body Code Practitioner from Ignite Your Life Co , for a grounding conversation about cultivating calm in the midst of everyday chaos. Together, we explore why calm can feel so out of reach for so many mums, even when life looks “fine” on the outside, and why trying harder or thinking more positively o...

Birth is a physical event. And pregnancy is the training window. In this solo episode, I explore why preparing the body during pregnancy matters, whatever kind of birth you’re planning. Using the analogy of marathon training, I reframe pregnancy as the time when the body reveals how it manages load, pressure, and change, not because pregnancy causes problems, but because it exposes patterns that a...

Early motherhood is full of advice, expectations and pressure, and it can be hard to know what really matters. In this episode of The Relaxed Mama Club, I’m joined by occupational therapist Helen Buteux , known as Becoming a Mummy . Helen combines science, play and real-life experience to support mums through the early months, helping them understand how to support their baby’s brain, body and emo...

In this episode of The Relaxed Mama Club , I’m joined by Laura Teare , hormone and mindset coach, for a deeply honest conversation about hormones, motherhood and learning to work with your body rather than against it. Laura's work is shaped by over a decade of supporting women with their wellbeing, alongside her own lived experience of PMDD and motherhood. Laura helps people understand how hor...

In this episode I’m joined by the brilliant Gemma Luxton from RejuvaLux, lovingly known as a ' vagician '. After living with leaking from a young age, Gemma eventually discovered non-surgical vaginal rejuvenation and found it completely changed her day-to-day confidence and comfort. Now she supports other women to explore what’s possible for their vaginal health. In this episode we talk ho...

In this week’s episode, I’m joined by Lindsey Ford , trauma coach and founder of Chiron Mind Body , for an open and compassionate conversation about how trauma can show up in motherhood - sometimes in ways we don’t even realise. We unpack what trauma really is, how it can live in the body, and why it isn’t always about one big event like a difficult birth. Lindsey shares both her professional insi...

In this episode I’m joined by the wonderful Jemma Munford, sleep coach from Blissed Out Babies . She shares some common sleep struggles that come up in the toddler years, and some simple, practical steps you can try at home. She also has some tips for parents of younger babies, and most importantly, lots of reassurance that you’re not doing anything wrong if sleep isn’t perfect in your house right...

In this episode I speak with Anastasia Shubareva-Epshtein, founder and CEO of the FemTech app Carea. Our conversation delves into Anastasia's personal journey through IVF and pregnancy loss, the inspiration behind creating Carea, and the importance of focusing on mothers' mental health during pregnancy and postpartum. You can download the Carea app here: https://careaapp.onelink.me/I5Vw/2i...

In this episode I chat to Dr Saloni Surah about her personal experiences with PTSD and birth trauma, her journey of healing, and her work as a coach and EMDR specialist. Saloni sheds light on how PTSD and birth trauma can show up for mums, and introduces us to some of the powerful tools that have helped her, and that she now uses to support others. If you'd like to find out more about Saloni&#...

Hypnotherapy often comes with a lot of myths and misconceptions - but in reality, it can be a gentle and empowering tool for mums navigating the ups and downs of motherhood. In this episode of  The Relaxed Mama Club , I’m joined by Rachel Kinney from Acorn2Oak Hypnotherapy. Rachel shares her journey into this work, explains what hypnotherapy really is (and what it definitely isn’t!), and talks abo...

In this solo episode I tackle 'bounce back' culture, challenging the standards and pressure we place on ourselves as new mums to return to our pre-baby bodies. By instead focusing on reconnecting with our bodies and rebuilding that relationship we have with ourselves, we can recover gently and compassionately on our terms. Listen to find out how practices such as postnatal yoga can help in...

In this heartfelt conversation, I’m joined by family photographer  Victoria Phipps , whose soulful, film-based approach to capturing motherhood is all about helping mums feel seen, celebrated, and confident enough to  step into the frame . We explore the emotional side of being photographed as a mum - from body image and confidence to the beauty of being truly witnessed during pregnancy and early...

In this episode I chat with Neurodiversity Consultant, Joanne Gibson, about neurodiverse parenting. Whether you’re navigating parenthood as a neurodivergent mum yourself, raising a neurodivergent little one, or both, this conversation is for you. I know how overwhelming and isolating it can feel trying to parent in a world that’s not always set up with neurodiversity in mind - but you’re not alone...

In this episode, I'm joined by the Wonderwoman of hormone and gut health, Margaret Bell. Margaret is a women's health specialist, retreat chef and author, who helps women reconnect with their hormones, gut and true selves through food. We chat about how pregnancy, postpartum and mum life can impact on our digestion, energy and relationship with food - and what we can do to feel more like o...

In this episode I chat to psychotherapist Andrea Witt about all things perinatal anxiety. Andrea is a CBT therapist specialising in all things post natal mental health. She works with mums around issues such as birth trauma, identity, anxiety, depression, guilt and anger. She uses her own experiences with anxiety after her daughter was born along with her clinical training and has run her private...

Motherhood comes with an endless to-do list, but so much of it is invisible. In this episode, I break down what the mental load is, why it feels overwhelming, and - most importantly - how to make it lighter . Listen in for practical tips on sharing the load, setting boundaries, and making space for your well-being.

In this episode I explore the concept of postnatal identity, and why many mums feel as though they've lost themselves in the process of becoming a mum. I'm joined by Tracy Bevan and Andrea Peers from Healthy Minds Matter, to discuss some of the ways we can rediscover our sense of self as we journey into motherhood. Tracy and Andrea run regular online workshops for new mums called Mums Mind...

In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting to Demi Blue-Dean of Phivah Creates (@phivah.creates) about all things crafting and creativity, and how these can help support maternal mental health. We talk about the benefits for mental wellbeing, overcoming blocks to creativity and quick and easy ways to fit crafting into busy family life. You can read Demi's blog post about the mental benefits of...

Ever wonder how Hypnobirthing actually works? In this episode I'm joined by Hypnobirthing teacher Sarah Mortimer, who helps me delve into the neuroscience and biology behind birth, and how learning to release fear and calm our nervous system can lead to a quicker and more comfortable birth. Sarah runs Wirral-based Hypnobirthing business, Love Labour Hypnobirthing, and also works online to support...

In this episode I had the pleasure of chatting to Susie Powis, a Return to Work Coaching Consultant. We talk negotiation, boundary setting and getting the most from your KIT days, in order to help you have a more confident return after maternity leave. Susie is launching her Return Ready signature program on 13th January - a 6 week 1:1 coaching course to prepare parents for their return to work, f...

In this episode, I explore some of the things that helped us 'get through' pregnancy and early parenthood. From coffee and cake, to safe spaces and non-judgemental friends, here are some helpful ideas from my clients, friends and family to help you on the journey.