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Are you constantly giving to others but struggling to prioritise your own wellbeing?
In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m joined by wellness coach and founder of Live Life Well, Jo Bibby, for a powerful chat on how gut health can impact your mood, energy, hormones—and your business success.

Jo shares her personal journey from postnatal exhaustion and overwhelm to feeling energised and grounded, all through small but mighty changes to her nutrition and lifestyle. If you’ve been ignoring your own health while running your business or supporting new parents, this conversation is your permission slip to reset, refocus and feel good again.

Whether you're a doula, lactation consultant, antenatal educator, or any kind of birth or postpartum worker, you’ll come away with practical tips to nourish your body, support your gut, and sustain your energy—without fancy fads or unrealistic routines.

We cover:

• What gut health really means—and why it affects your mood, hormones and energy
• Easy ways to eat for a healthier gut (yes, even when you’re on call or working 12-hour days!)
• The link between rest, the nervous system and digestion
• Why movement matters—but not in the way diet culture told us
• Probiotic foods and simple strategies for when your gut needs a reset
• How connection, community and mindset influence your overall wellbeing

If you’ve ever thought, “I know what I should do, I just can’t seem to do it”—this one’s for you. Expect compassionate, relatable advice that meets you where you’re at.

🎧 Tune in, take what resonates, and start putting yourself back on the priority list. You deserve to feel good—full stop.

🔗 Links & Resources Mentioned:

• Follow Jo on Instagram: @jo_live_life_well
• Visit Jo’s website: www.livelifewellness.co.uk
• Find out more about Jo’s 1:1 coaching, 30-day gut reset, and retreats

💬 If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review or message me on Instagram @preg_and_postnatal_collective. I love hearing what’s resonated for you.

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In this week’s episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing something a little more personal than usual—my own story.

From an unexpected pregnancy in 2012 to becoming a fully booked lactation consultant, childbirth educator, and a business mentor for birthworkers, I’m walking you through the journey that brought me here. You’ll hear how my experience as a new mum led me to the Cuidiú community, the role that peer support played in my parenting and professional life, and how that foundation inspired the work I do today—supporting doulas, IBCLCs, antenatal teachers and other perinatal professionals to build ethical, thriving businesses.

I also talk about:

• Why I found the early months of parenting so tough—and what helped
• How breastfeeding support groups changed my life
• The unexpected way my closest friendships began
• The importance of community when you're building a business from scratch
• Why doing business in an ethical way is the foundation of everything
• A brand new low-cost membership I’ve quietly launched for birthworkers who want business support without the big investment

This episode is for you if:

• You’re a new or aspiring birthworker looking for inspiration
• You’ve ever struggled with isolation in early motherhood
• You want to hear a real, behind-the-scenes story of business growth in the birth world
• You believe in community-led care and the idea that it takes a village—not just to raise a child, but to support a parent

✨ Interested in the new low-cost business membership I mentioned?
It’s currently invite only and open just to podcast listeners this week (ending 18 May 2025). DM me on Instagram @preg_and_postnatal_collective to learn more or grab one of the few remaining founding member spots.

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with women's wellness coach and nutritionist Louise O’Brien, founder of Badass Coaching, to talk about how birthworkers and busy women can build strength, boost energy, and care for their bodies—without burning out.

With over 17 years’ experience in coaching women, Louise shares her personal journey from competitive boxing to running a female-only gym, and now coaching women worldwide through her online platform. Her approach blends fitness, mindset, and real-life strategies to help women prioritise their wellbeing—even when life is full on.

Together, we explore:

• The real reasons birthworkers struggle to prioritise their health
• Why strength and mobility are essential for longevity, especially for women over 30
• How mindset is the missing piece in most health and fitness plans
• Sustainable health strategies for mums, doulas, and perinatal professionals
• The truth about six-week challenges, restrictive diets, and burnout culture
• Small daily wins and the “big rocks” planning method that keeps you sane

Whether you’re a doula on call, a lactation consultant juggling clients, or a tired mama trying to show up for both your business and yourself—this episode will help you rethink self-care, motivation, and what it means to be strong in body and mind.

🔗 Connect with Louise O’Brien
Instagram: @louise_badasscoaching
Email: badasscoachinginfo@gmail.com

👋 Join the conversation on Instagram:
@preg_and_postnatal_collective

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

In this episode of the Pregnancy and Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast, host Niamh Cassidy addresses various questions from listeners, focusing on common challenges faced by those in the pregnancy and postnatal industry. Topics include overcoming feelings of inadequacy as a new teacher, the importance of networking to attract clients, preparing for independent practice, finding inspiration during burnout, and exciting developments in Niamh's own business. The episode emphasizes the value of community, mindset, and continuous learning in building a successful career in this field.

Takeaways
Embrace feelings of inadequacy; they are normal.
Building local relationships is crucial for attracting clients.
Networking can lead to referrals and business growth.
Start learning business skills while in college.
Focus on your mindset as a future business owner.
You don't need to be the best to mentor others.
Taking breaks can help combat burnout and inspire creativity.
Use tools to find out what your audience is asking.
Exciting changes are coming to Niamh's business.
Engagement with the audience is key for future episodes.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Ask Me Anything Format
03:10 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in Teaching
05:59 Building Client Relationships as a New Doula
09:15 Networking and Business Skills for Future Midwives
11:56 Mentorship and Course Creation for Experienced Practitioners
15:16 Finding Inspiration and Combating Burnout
16:42 Personal Reflections and Future Plans

If you would like to have your questions answered on a future episode click here!

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, co-author of Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, and seasoned doula business owner based in Michigan.

We dive into the real story of how Kristin went from working in political fundraising to running a thriving doula agency offering birth and postpartum care, sleep consulting, and education. She shares candidly about her transition from solo practice to co-founding an agency, how she navigated imposter syndrome in early collective work, and what it took to stand out in her local market.

Whether you're just starting out or growing a team, this episode is packed with practical wisdom and behind-the-scenes insights on:

• Why Kristin left the collective model and started her own doula practice
• How to know when it’s time to expand and build a team
• The power of niching and branding (even if you’re not the “typical doula”)
• The systems and mindset shifts needed to run a successful agency
• Tips on hiring help before burnout kicks in
• Writing and publishing a book as a birth professional
• How quarterly planning and vision-setting has shaped her business growth

This conversation is a must-listen if you’re a birthworker who feels like you don’t quite “fit in” or you're wondering if scaling up is possible in this field.

🎧 Listen in to hear:

• Kristin’s journey from “not your typical doula” to building an award winning doula agency
• Why she wishes she’d launched before things were perfect
• Her top advice for outsourcing, marketing, and running a business sustainably
• The role of mindset and community in staying resilient as a business owner

📚 Mentioned in the episode:

• Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby – by Kristin Revere & Alyssa Veneklase
• Traction by Gino Wickman (EOS business model)

Connect with Kristin:

• Gold Coast Doulas
• Ask the Doulas podcast
• Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby book
• Becoming A Mother Online Course

✨ If you loved this episode, screenshot and tag us @preg_and_postnatal_collective and @goldcoastdoulas to share your biggest takeaway.

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

Are you a new doula, lactation consultant, antenatal educator, or birth worker feeling stuck when it comes to getting clients? Or maybe you’ve been in business for a while but bookings have slowed right down — and you're wondering what you're doing wrong.

In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, Niamh Cassidy — IBCLC, antenatal educator, and business coach for birth workers — shares the three most important actions you can take today to start building momentum and growing your client base. These are practical, low-barrier strategies that don’t require a big budget, a slick website or thousands of followers.

You'll learn:

• Why networking (without the ick!) is your secret superpower
• How to use your existing connections to spark referrals
• Simple tips to help you show up consistently on social media without getting stuck in perfectionism
• What kind of content actually helps build trust and attracts your ideal clients
• The real reason most birth workers get stuck — and how to avoid that trap

Whether you’re brand new or trying to revive a quiet season in your business, this episode is full of gentle but effective encouragement to help you get visible and stay in motion.

The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

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Are you struggling to turn your passion into a profitable business? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with Rachel Smith, founder of the Get More Clients Academy and a transformational business coach helping female entrepreneurs scale to consistent £5K months.

Rachel shares her journey from traditional employment to building a flexible, fulfilling business after becoming a parent. We dive into the mindset shifts, strategies, and practical steps birthworkers need to move from inconsistent income to a sustainable, thriving business.

🔹 The common mistakes that keep birthworkers stuck at 1-2K months
🔹 Why passion alone isn’t enough—and what to do about it
🔹 The key business foundations that create consistent income
🔹 How to balance meaningful work with financial sustainability

If you’ve ever wondered, “Why aren’t more people booking my services?” or “How do I make my business work for me?”—this episode is a must-listen!

📢 DM us on Instagram (@preg_and_postnatal_collective) and let us know your biggest takeaway!

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The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here

Do you ever feel like time just slips away? Do tasks take far longer than you expected, leaving you overwhelmed and behind schedule? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I dive into the struggle of time blindness—a common challenge for birthworkers, business owners, and anyone juggling multiple responsibilities.

I share my personal experiences with underestimating time, including a major wake-up call when I took back full control of editing this podcast. I’ll walk you through the eye-opening strategies I’ve developed to manage time more effectively, plan my week with more accuracy, and stop feeling constantly behind.

If you struggle with time management, this episode is packed with practical tips to help you structure your workdays, avoid overload, and feel more in control of your schedule.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What time blindness is and how it affects your productivity
✔️ Why birthworkers (especially those with ADHD or in perimenopause) may struggle with it
✔️ My personal experience with underestimating time and the impact it had on my work
✔️ Key strategies to improve time management, including:

• Tracking your tasks in real time
• Weekly and daily planning with buffer time
• The ‘three tasks per day’ rule to avoid overload
• Breaking tasks into clear, manageable steps
• A simple action plan to help you take control of your time today

Resources & Next Steps:
🔹 Get on the waitlist for The NEST programme if you want to improve your productivity and run your business more efficiently: HERE
🔹 Connect with me on Instagram: @preg_and_postnatal_collective – DM me or tag me in your stories if you're implementing these strategies!
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The Birth Worker’s Easy Content Plan — is a free resource I created for birth workers like you who want to grow their business without the faff of wondering what to post, getting stuck staring at a blank screen, or spending hours on content that leads nowhere. Get it here