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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.
Episodes
Sunday May 31, 2020
Sunday May 31, 2020
Good Life Center for Mental Health practising in New York and New Jersey
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Monday May 11, 2020
Monday May 11, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
In this episode I talk about Bullying and Violence and what we can do about it. Listeners are advised that this episode may be triggering if you have experienced bullying or domestic violence. If you or someone you know needs help please call Emergency 000 Lifeline 13 11 14 White Ribbon 1800 RESPECT (1800 737 732)
Sunday Feb 09, 2020
Sunday Feb 09, 2020
Jacque shares her best morning rituals and self care activities. We discuss the importance of making this work for us in our motherhood journeys
Sunday Jan 19, 2020
Sunday Jan 19, 2020
Jaime Hawkins shares her experience with Birth Trauma. She is the owner of This Is What I Doula and is a Hypnobirthing practitioner. Listeners are advised that this episode may be triggering if you have experienced a traumatic birth
Saturday Jan 04, 2020
Saturday Jan 04, 2020
You can understand all your relationships (family, romantic, friendship, work) using Attachment Theory. Understanding your Attachment Style matters and it is never too late to get to the end goal of a Secure Attachment for you and your child.
Saturday Jan 04, 2020
Saturday Jan 04, 2020
Let's talk about the notion of being a 'perfect parent' and how it doesn't exist. There is no 'one perfect way' to parent because we all make mistakes, and that is ok!
Saturday Jan 04, 2020
Saturday Jan 04, 2020
Welcome to The Gentle Counsellor Podcast. This episode will introduce you to what I'm all about, my reason for creating this business, and what you can expect from subscribing to this podcast.