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Hosted by Crystal Hardstaff, a counsellor and parenting educator, this podcast is here to support you through the emotional ups and downs of perinatal mental health, parenting, and self-identity. This space is for real, honest conversations about the challenges of early parenthood, raising children, and prioritising your mental wellbeing. Whether you’re navigating the newborn stage, toddlerhood, older years, or balancing the journey of motherhood with your personal identity, you’ll find meaningful insights, relatable personal stories, and practical tools to help you feel more empowered. Topics range from parenting education to mental health topics. Join me as we explore how to nurture your mental health, cultivate connection, and raise confident, resilient children, all while honouring the person you are beyond your role as a parent.
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Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Laura is all about natural living and shares her wealth of knowledge around the need to reduce harmful toxins in our homes.
Monday Oct 19, 2020
Monday Oct 19, 2020
Debbie is a Breastfeeding and Tongue-tie Doula supporting mums to overcome breastfeeding difficulties. She shares with us her extensive knowledge in the area of tongue ties. We talk about some signs and symptoms, common challenges that are experienced in the short and long term, and what you can do if you're concerned about your child or yourself.
Debbie offers her services both in-person and online.
https://www.themamacircle.com.au/
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Join The Gentle Breastfeeder Facebook support group https://www.facebook.com/groups/thegentlebreastfeeder
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Monday Oct 12, 2020
Alicia is a Gentle Baby Sleep Consultant (she really is one of the unicorns!) who has extensive knowledge of Attachment. We talk all about the dangers of separation-based sleep training, our own experiences, why we need to understand appropriate sleep development, and how responding to your child's needs can set you up for better sleep.
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Tik Tok @dyshonfamilysleep
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
Tuesday Sep 29, 2020
In this episode I talk about how attachment theory works, what differentiates the four attachment styles, and share hope with you in that it is never too late.
If you would like more help on your inner healing journey then come join us in Gentle Motherhood
www.thegentlecounsellor.com/gentle-motherhood
Here is the link to take the free short quiz www.thegentlecounsellor.com/freebies
Sunday Sep 20, 2020
Sunday Sep 20, 2020
Diana talks about her experiences with her husband having multiple sclerosis and losing her dad to cancer. She shares her tips for staying on track and taking care of ourselves.
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You can download Diana's free Goal Setting worksheet HERE.
Sunday Sep 13, 2020
Sunday Sep 13, 2020
Illanith and I discuss the importance of mental health for young women, how we can help our daughters cope through stress, and our duty as mothers to role model these important self-care practices.
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All mothers get a Free First call.
Friday Sep 11, 2020
Friday Sep 11, 2020
Chef Kibby from Cookin' with Kibby shares with us how getting in the kitchen with our children can have a positive impact on our relationship. He shares his mental health concerns for young people and is passionate about bringing families and communities together through our love of good food.
Find Chef Kibby on FB, TW, IG, and YT @cookinwithkibby
http://www.cookinwithkibby.com
Chef Kibby is launching a new program to help families incorporate the shared act of cooking and eating
with their kiddos. It's called the Cookin' with Kibby Home Cooking System, and it combines education on
all things food and cooking with practical recipes that empower parents and kids to work collaboratively
in the kitchen in a way no other recipes can. Check it out.
Saturday Aug 29, 2020
Saturday Aug 29, 2020
Julie shares with us her experience in the mental health industry, her own personal struggles with anxiety, and the support children need who suffer from depression and anxiety; including some techniques from her children's book, Stories from the Heart.
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Sunday Aug 23, 2020
Sunday Aug 23, 2020
Tonya shares her best tips for helping your highly sensitive child through their anxiety, and what we can do for ourselves.
https://guidanceforthefuture.com/
Instagram: @tonyacrombie3
Free downloadable copy of her book can be found at fromanxioustocalm.com
Sunday Aug 16, 2020
Sunday Aug 16, 2020
Rene shares her steps to cooperation and we talk about the importance of connecting with our children.