In this Mums Talk episode, I’m joined by Amanda Baumann — a fertility awareness educator, yoga teacher, and mum — to share her honest and inspiring journey through conception, matrescence, and starting over in a new country.

Amanda talks about how hormonal contraception led to anxiety and burnout in her twenties, and how discovering cycle awareness helped her reconnect with her body and conceive her daughter with calm and confidence. Now living in the South of France with her young family, she reflects on identity shifts, expat life with a toddler, and what it really takes to juggle motherhood and self-care.

We explore:

• The emotional whiplash of going from avoiding pregnancy to trying for a baby

• Why so many of us grow up fearing our bodies — and how to shift that

• Moving from London to rural France with a toddler (and no village)

• Letting go of control and trusting your instincts as a parent

• What changed when Amanda became a mum — in her body, mind, and career

• Bullet journaling, yoga nidra, and other self-care tools that actually fit mum life

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If you're constantly rushing, from nappy changes to school runs to work emails, and wondering when you’ll ever get a moment to just breathe, this episode is for you.

In today’s quick voice note, I share a gentle reminder from the sunny banks of the Danube: that sometimes, rest is closer than we think. You don’t need a spa day to feel human again. You just need 30 seconds of intention.

Tune in to hear:

• Why waiting for “enough time” can keep you stuck in burnout

• Simple, everyday places you can build in a pause (yep, even on the loo!)

• How slowing down just a little can reconnect you to yourself

• A reminder that you're allowed to rest — even for one minute

💛 Share this episode with a mum who needs a breather today. And don’t forget to rate or follow if you haven’t already - it helps this show reach more mums who need it.

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In today’s solo episode, I share something I’ve never really heard anyone talk about: how my deep connection to my spiritual self was quietly lost when I became pregnant, and how that disconnection lingered into motherhood.

I talk about:

• The unexpected shift in my relationship with yoga, meditation, and cycle tracking

• Why pregnancy felt like being in emotional ‘no man’s land’

• How motherhood became both my disconnection and my practice

• The shame I felt seeing other spiritual mums still thriving

• What’s helping me reconnect now

This one is close to my heart. If you’ve ever felt untethered from your spiritual self as a mother, please know: you’re not alone. I hope this episode gives you a sense of understanding and a gentle invitation to come back to yourself.

Do you feel this too? Let me know in the comment section on Spotify or:

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In this short but powerful voice note episode, I'm sharing the one book that completely shifted my understanding of anger, and honestly helped my relationship in the process.

If you’ve been feeling constantly irritated, resentful, or just off - especially in your closest relationships - this one’s for you. I talk about the emotional impact of The Dance of Anger by Harriet Lerner, how it landed in a moment of crisis, and why every woman (especially mothers and partners) should read or listen to it. Read the book 👉 The Dance of Anger by Harriet Lerner 🎧 Also available as an audiobook on Spotify.

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Building a Life and Biz On The Road

What would it take to quit your job, sell everything, and travel the world for six years - with your kid in tow?

In today’s inspiring Mum's Talk episode, I’m joined by Janina Breitling: mother, adventurer, entrepreneur, and founder of the sustainable menstrual product brand Nookees. Together, we dive into her story of leaving behind a stable freelance journalism career to give her son a different kind of education - one built on experience, connection, and a deep respect for the world.

We talk about:

• How Janina prepared for a global trip with her five-year-old

• What worldschooling actually looked like in practice

• Starting a mission-driven product business from a kitchen table in Bali

• Creating the Nookees Foundation and tackling period poverty across three continents

• Motherhood, identity, and how to follow your instincts (even when everyone says you’re crazy)

Whether you’ve ever dreamt of leaving it all behind or you just need a dose of bravery and bold motherhood, this one’s for you.

📲 Follow Janina @janina.breitling and Nookes @nookes_ on Instagram 🩸 Curious about Nookees? Explore Janina’s foundation and products https://nookees.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooZj__VlNCrVkOAC557z7N1aIpR-RWz8LUuZ7j0MG2m5ir0ZdEw

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You might not feel like you’ve got much in common with a global superstar like Rihannam but you do! Yep, even the rich and famous wrestle with the identity shift that comes with motherhood. From feeling guilty about working, to navigating body changes, and struggling with the new 'mum' version of themselves… yes, even Rihanna has said 'same.' I share why Rihanna’s recent comments struck such a chord with me, and why comparing our lives to others (celebs or not) often misses the point. We’re all figuring it out, one day at a time.

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Here's my Good Vibes playlist including Ella, Ella, Ella! ☔️ 🌀 You can join a real-life Mama Circle here www.nataliekmartin.com 👉🏽 Overcome those moments of overwhelm with some light hearted fun! Download my Overwhelm Busting Bingo sheet here: subscribepage.io/overwhelmbingo

If you're struggling with money since becoming a mum or expanding your family, you are not alone. In this episode, I share what I wish I'd heard before having a child, including:

• Why maternity pay isn’t a full salary replacement

• What I would have done differently financially

• Common mistakes self-employed mums make

• Honest tips to cut costs without cutting joy

• How my family saves on clothes, toys, food, and more without shame

Whether you're expecting, self-employed, or just wondering where all your money is going, this episode offers real stories and smart, practical advice to help you feel more in control of your finances.

Links mentioned:

• Dirty Dozen list for organic food
• Free Meal Planning Spreadsheet and ChatGPT prompt

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Hellooooo! I'm back after a short pause, and today’s episode is a gentle re-entry into both the podcast and my personal practice. I share why I stepped away, what I learned during that time, and how I’ve been carving out space for myself again.

This episode is about what it looks like to intentionally rework your mornings to feel more grounded, supported, and alive, especially in the chaos of motherhood.

I talk about:

• Why I took a break and how it helped me regroup

• What my new early morning routine looks like (and why it’s not every day)

• How menstrual cycle awareness is helping me manage energy and avoid burnout

• The surprising benefits of going to bed early instead of Netflix-ing the night away

• Why you don’t need to join the 5AM Club to make a meaningful shift

🎧 Whether you're listening during your night feed or a quiet walk, I hope this episode feels like a permission slip to do things your way.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Sandy’s YouTube breathwork sessions: https://www.youtube.com/breathewithsandy

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