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In this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' I chat all about babies' tears and crying.
I talk about understanding crying not just as a means for babies to express immediate needs but as a deeper form of communication, including 'memory crying' linked to pre and perinatal experiences.
I discuss how responding to crying with empathy and support can foster emotional regulation and resilience in children, laying a foundation for their emotional development.
I highlight the personal journey parents can undertake to become more comfortable with their child's tears, exploring their own emotional triggers and childhood experiences around crying.00:00 Welcome to Mothering From Within
01:11 Understanding Baby's Tears: A Deep Dive
03:07 Exploring the Emotional World of Babies
08:25 The Power of Listening and Empathy in Parenting
12:26 Navigating Tears and Emotions: Practical Advice for Parents
20:31 Reflecting on Our Own Relationship with Tears
22:50 Becoming Comfortable with Tears: Steps for Parents
27:06 Join the Mothering From Within Collective
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If today's conversation sparked something inside you and you're eager to dive deeper, my book "Mothering From Within" is waiting to take you on that journey. It's full of evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate, attachment-focused information on developmental milestones, baby sleep, reflux, feeding, mama mental health, and so much more. To grab a copy just head over to www.kailiets.com/book.
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!I want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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In this episode of 'Mothering from Within,' I explore the intricacies of birth from a baby's perspective, highlighting the challenges and resilience inherent in the journey through the birth canal.
I chat about how a baby's birth story influences their early functioning, from feeding and sleeping to overall comfort and shed light on the physical processes during birth.
Then I move on to discussing 'life after birth' for babies! You'll learn why babies are so dependent on you, as their special adult, and why closeness and attachment are so important (and not a bad habit).
This episode serves as a guide for new mothers to understand their babies' experiences, advocating for informed, intuitive parenting and the support of gentle therapies to foster early development and well-being.00:00 Welcome to Mothering from Within
01:11 The Journey of Birth from a Baby's Perspective
07:29 Understanding Baby's Post-Birth World
09:30 Embracing the Fourth Trimester
11:38 The Magic of Craniosacral Therapy
15:23 Wrapping Up with Love and Recommendations
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Worried your baby has some body tightness or tension? Click here to grab my free Baby Body Bliss Guide to assess your baby at home and get started with some tips on how to help release that tension.
Searching for clarity on biologically normal development for babies? The Holistic Baby Bundle provides the guidance and support you need to foster responsive and attachment-based parenting. This comprehensive bundle includes courses and e-books tailored to help you identify and address your baby's needs, promoting growth and comfort that respects their unique rhythm. With expert insight into milestones, sleep patterns, reflux, oral ties, and loving weaning, this bundle is designed by a pediatric occupational therapist dedicated to transformative, supportive learning. Perfect for parents seeking practical strategies and heartfelt support. Learn more here.I want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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In this episode of 'Mothering From Within,' I explore the unrealistic expectations set by societal infant stories on motherhood and infant care.
By reflecting on the narratives around sleep, feeding, independence, and the ideal of a 'good baby,' this episode aims to dismantle pressures towards perfection in motherhood.
I discuss the challenges of aligning with these expectations and encourage moms to trust their instincts, embrace their unique journey, and rewrite their own stories of motherhood with authenticity and grace.00:00 Welcome to Mothering From Within
00:22 The Heart of Parenting: Exploring Motherhood
01:11 Unveiling the Myths: Reflecting on Infant Stories
05:27 Diving Deep into Infant Sleep Myths
07:27 Independence and the 'Good Baby' Narrative
10:46 Feeding Stories: Navigating the Complexities
12:21 Postpartum and Motherhood: Rewriting the Narrative
16:09 Join the Mothering From Within Collective
If today's conversation sparked something inside you and you're eager to dive deeper, my book "Mothering From Within" is waiting to take you on that journey. Like a good friend, therapist, and mentor, this book offers guidance and support to help you navigate motherhood with intuition, grace, and yes, a bit of humor. It's full of evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate, attachment-focused information on developmental milestones, baby sleep, reflux, feeding, mama mental health, and so much more. To grab a copy just click here or head over to your online book retailer of choice.If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
I want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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In this episode of 'Mothering From Within,' I chat with guest expert Dacia Davison, a New Zealand-based occupational therapist specializing in mental health.
Dacia shares her personal journey of motherhood, emphasizing the importance of self-regulation and reconnecting with one's identity beyond being a mom.
We discuss the challenges mothers face, including postnatal depression, and offer strategies for managing sensory overwhelm and identifying personal values and strengths. The conversation highlights the necessity for mothers to prioritize their mental health and well-being through simple, actionable steps, fostering a sense of control and joy in their journey. This episode is a deep dive into navigating the complexities of motherhood with confidence, courage, and authenticity.00:00 Welcome to Mothering From Within
01:08 Meet Dacia: A Journey Through Motherhood and Mental Health
02:35 Dacia's Personal Story: From Professional to Parent
03:29 Navigating Postnatal Depression and Identity Shifts
15:41 Strategies for Coping with Motherhood Challenges
19:51 Embracing Self-Care and Sensory Regulation
25:10 Integrating Parenting Values and Strengths
26:02 Closing Thoughts and Invitation to the Collective
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If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!I want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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This episode is a heart-to-heart and real talk about this whole idea of the "perfect mother."
More than half of parents feel that they are failing in their first few years of parenthood. And our society has so many "rules" and things they deem right and wrong, so it is hard not to feel like you are failing if you aren't meeting those things. You feel like you are failing when you stress about every little decision whether it is around feeding or carrying for the tiny, helpless human in front of you.
No wonder we are stressed, overwhelmed, always feeling like we are failing and why exorbitant rates of PMADs in our culture.
The thing is, this "perfect mother" doesn't really exist.
Tune in for a shift in perspective and a big metaphorical hug!
00:00 Welcome to Mothering from Within00:22 The Heart of Parenting: Exploring Motherhood
00:52 A Gentle Disclaimer: Not Medical Advice
01:10 The Seven Cs of Motherhood: Building Blocks for Your Journey
02:03 Courage: The First Building Block
02:52 Comfort: Responding to Our Children's Needs
03:29 Connection: The Essence of Love and Bonding
04:35 Clarity: Understanding Your Baby's World
06:02 Consistency: The Key to Progress and Development
07:13 Compassion: Embracing Imperfection and Self-Care
08:25 Confidence: Trusting Yourself in Motherhood
10:43 Join the Mothering from Within Collective
11:37 Closing Thoughts and Invitation
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Stay in Touch With KailiClick here to grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
We want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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Embracing the Emotional Rollercoaster of New Parenthood
In this episode #3 of 'Mothering From Within', host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mother of two, dives into the complexities and emotional rollercoasters of early parenthood.
With guest expert Karen McWilliams, a seasoned birth and postnatal doula with over 20 years of experience, the conversation explores how making mistakes is essential for growth as parents, the impact of birth trauma, and the societal pressures on new parents.
We discuss strategies for coping with the overwhelming array of emotions new parents face, emphasizing self-compassion, the importance of rest, and the value of reallocating societal expectations to embrace instinctual parenting.
We encourage listeners to seek support, prioritize self-care through mindfulness practices like yoga nidra, and highlight the importance of viewing your children as teachers in the journey of parenthood.
The episode is an invitation for mothers to lean into curiosity, gain clarity on their parenting journey, and confidently embrace motherhood their way, free from guilt.00:00 Embracing Mistakes in Parenting
00:17 Welcome to Mothering From Within
01:24 Meet Karen McWilliams: A Journey into Motherhood Support
05:06 The Emotional Rollercoaster of New Parenthood
13:05 Navigating the Complexities of Motherhood
26:23 Rapid Fire Questions with Karen McWilliams
30:42 Closing Thoughts and Resources
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Stay in Touch With KailiClick here to grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
We want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you';ll miss out. Follow now. -
In today's episode #2, I am excited to talk about 7 core concepts that I like to call the building blocks or foundation of doing motherhood your way. You can think of them as the 7 C's of motherhood.
These building blocks are ultimately what help you move from that state of overwhelm and confusion to feeling confident and as though you’ve got this whole motherhood thing. They're the pillars that can hold us up even on those days when we feel like everything else is just too much.As we dive in, I want you to imagine these concepts as tools in your mothering toolkit, and keep them in the back of your mind as you come back to the Mothering From Within podcast each week. These concepts help you navigate this wild ride called motherhood with a bit more ease and a lot more joy.
Let me know which C resonates the most with you! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device (and let me know which C resonated most) and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
00:00 Welcome to Mothering from Within00:22 The Heart of Parenting: Exploring Motherhood
00:52 A Gentle Disclaimer: Educational Purposes Only
01:10 The Seven Cs of Motherhood: Building Blocks for Your Journey
02:03 Courage: The First Building Block
02:52 Comfort: Responding to Our Children's Needs
03:29 Connection: The Essence of Love and Bonding
04:35 Clarity: Understanding Your Baby's Needs
06:02 Consistency: The Key to Progress
07:13 Compassion: Embracing Imperfection
08:25 Confidence: Trusting Yourself in Motherhood
09:55 Closing Thoughts: Embracing Your Motherhood Journey
Grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
Or DM me the word MEDITATION on Instagram @theholisticbabyguru for your copy.
And if you need a little more love and support on your motherhood journey, come and join us inside the Mothering From Within Collective to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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Congratulations on becoming a mama! Whether you have a fresh newborn or an active toddler, know that I’ve been where you are, and I’m here for you.
For this very first episode of Mothering From Within, I wanted to tell you a little bit more about me, so that you can feel like you know me, this voice in your ear while you feed your baby, go for walks while they nap in the stroller or carrier, or when your driving around to all your baby classes and appointments.So grab a cup of tea, tuck those little ones in friend nap, or bring them along for the ride.
It's time to get curious, gain clarity and unleash your courage to do motherhood your way.
00:00 Welcome to Mothering From Within01:24 Meet Your Host: Kaili Ets
03:39 The Realities of Motherhood: Kaili's Personal Journey
07:46 From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Transforming Motherhood
10:29 Getting to Know Kaili: 10 Fun Facts
12:38 Closing Thoughts and Invitation
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Stay in Touch With KailiClick here to grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
If you found this podcast helpful, please subscribe to the podcast more nurturing insights. Share this episode with a friend, and please review our show on the listening app of your choice to help it grow! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. And don’t forget to tag me on socials @TheHolisticBabyGuru.Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
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Hello and welcome to ‘Mothering From Within’ — the podcast where we dive into the heart of parenting during those magical, yet challenging first few years. If you are a mama who has ever found herself googling "is this normal?" at three in the morning, this podcast is for you.
Sleep deprivation, feeding difficulties, the comparison game, parenting challenges, and the endless advice from others - it can be overwhelming. But, what if you could connect with a supportive community, learn from a trusted expert, and gain the confidence to embrace motherhood on your own terms?
That is what this podcast is all about.
So, grab a cup of tea, tuck those little ones in for a nap or bring them along for the ride. It's time to get curious, gain clarity, and unleash your courage to do motherhood your way.Officially launching on Mother's Day (May 12, 2024)
See you soon,
Kaili
