Strong Mamas

This episode was such a joy to record because it was literally a chat with a good friend who I feel blessed to say I met online and we were able to connect so deeply through so many topics & points of views as mamas and "business birthers" that need to be spoken about more - so here we are!In this podcast we chat about:Alex's "portal" vision (her new business) and the four pillars of trauma, birth, relationships & parentingHer passion for trauma healing What exactly is trauma and why we can't/shouldn't compare our traumas to othersHer 2 x homebirths and her wisdom & inspiration around childbirth no matter where or how you birthOur love for conscious parenting and what we believe our children have taught/shown usParenting WITH your partner not against themHow to navigate parenting differences in your relationship after having kidsPlus so much more juicy convo that really needs to become the norm!Follow alex and support her @portalbyalexwww.portalbyalex.com 

Ok - this episode left me almost speechless (I know, how is that even possible with me haha) but the depths Belle goes to share her story, gifts, wisdom and in particular, her journey into being able to give the Spirit Baby Readings  gave me goosebumps from head to toes multiple times.  ⚠️ **Trigger warning below, please note**⚠️Belle is an incredible woman, truly. She is the woman behind "Surf the Wild Woman" which is a journey of discovery into the wild nature of woman, where each encounter and experience along the way challenges these women to grow through humour and grace, whilst keeping open hearts and minds, so that they can become more of who they already are.In this episode we discuss:How did Belle get into doing spirit baby readings? THIS STORY BLEW MY MIND!Her fertility journey ,receiving the message that her son wanted to be conceived via IVF and her incredible birth story where she literally went into another world to birth her son hereWhat exactly is a spirit baby and a star-seed? What are the other realms or “worlds” they come from and are these world actual worlds or just energy worlds? How many realms are there that we know of?What is multidimensional reality? What does it mean that we are going from 3D to 5D reality?Are all children born spirit babies/star-seeds? How do we know who is/isn't?What kind of info and messaging can we obtain from the spirits? How they want to be conceive, birthed, treated etc How specific are their goals on earth?Have you ever had someone who had no spirit babies?What happens to the sprint babies in Miscarriages and Stillborns ? ⚠️ **Trigger warning here**⚠️What if we choose not to act on our spirits calling ?Can you find out info after child is born what spirit realm?How are the spirit babies born after 2020 contributing to fixing the worlds status right now?How do we know how if spirits are trying to communicate with us?How to work with Belle and her amazing offerings Find Belle on instagram @surfthewildwomanWebsite: https://surfthewildwoman.com/  

Dr. Vanessa is a registered psychologist, speaker, author, parenting educator, and a mom to two growing boys.She's been preaching her work and messages for over 20 years now and "Discippline without Damage" is still the no.1 requested topic and in this podcast, you'll see why!We chat about certain topics & tips in the book such as:What happened when her 3 half yr old son punched her in the nose at a a play centre in front of a line up of other mums and how she handled itHow to escape the discipline vortex. How important  connection between big people and children is and what that looks likeWhy and how stop using the disconnect as a disciplinary techniqueHow toddlers can only hold 1 significant idea in their mind at a  time and what this meansDiscipline is not something you do, as it something you be (See it, feel it, be it ) Intuitive boundaries …How to set one and how to know when to let a boundary go ? Dropping a flag and why this might just be the best tool you can use  How to actually creating TRULY independent children What she thinks about the common phrase “sharing is caring”How to deal with mum guilt and trying to be the perfect parentGo to https://drvanessalapointe.com/ or follow her @dr.vanessalapointe on instagram to connect with her and her many offerings!

Jo recently did an health audit on my home and I was blown away by the report and just the wealth of knowledge she has, so had to get her on the podcast.Jo Lia is a “healthy home specialist” and owner of “Notoxrox” based in Bondi, Syd. She is a qualified Building Biologist, a certified Electromagnetic Radiation (EMR) consultant and an IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician.She specialises in creating healthy indoor environments where children can thrive (love this).In this episode we chat all about “Creating a Healthy Home during Pregnancy and Baby's First Years” because I feel this is so overlooked and yet so important.We discuss:Why everyone should prioritise their indoor environment but especially during their pregnancyWhat to consider before painting the nursery and buying baby items/furniture and even before washing your babyWhy it's important to drink filtered water during pregnancy (and beyond)How to choose the best personal care products and why you should care about what you're putting on your skin and body (and your babies too!)Why you should avoid over using anti-bacterials and hand sanitisersThe importance of airing out your homeHow to identify and avoid mould in your homeThe harmful effects of Wifi, cordless and EMF's and Wireless baby monitors and what to do about themHow to carefully design your babies room environment for the maximum health plus much more!So much insight & guidance in taking the right steps to the healthiest home possible which really should be a priority for all mums in my opinion.Visit Jo's website here: https://www.notoxrox.com/ Instagram: @notoxrox Use the CODE:strongmamas to get a discount on e-booksGet a $50 discount off home audits if you mention this podcast

If you feel like you've “done the work” but still aren't living your desired life, then THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU! You guys know I've been working with Julie-Anne that last 12 months and I'm low key obsessed with her HAHA. But seriously, her coaching , support and guidance has been a huge catalyst for the BIG MOVES I've made in my business and personal life and I just HAD to get her on the podcast to chat.This episode will give you front row access to her energy, wisdom and magic and educate you on why kinesiology and using our emotions as guide to access unconscious stories and behaviours and patterns running our life is SO POWERFUL.We discuss:What is kinesiology and what is an emotional coach?What does it mean to hold space? How our emotions get stored and trapped in the body by certain events and then run our unconscious behaviours and patternsWhat a typical ZOOM session with Julie-Anne looks likeThe 8 week spiral processNormalised dreadWhat happens when you're expecting your partner to “do the work”The power in asking for what you want in lifeHuman design the benefits of knowing it both personally and business Julie-Anne's strategy or relationship to social media and marketing for her business and how she uses human design to enhance her business strategiesJulie-Anne's journey into motherhood and what lessons her children have taught her so far She also is offering anyone who books a 60 or 90 minute session with her a 20% discount if you use the code: RACHEL at checkout!Follow her @julieannekellywellbeingWebsite: https://www.julieannekelly.com.au/ 

Ok so this episode should actually be called "THE GOSS" episode

Ok - I think it's pretty obvious I can't get enough of hearing & sharing empowering birth stories - but this chat has to be "up there" on my list of empowering birth stories..Madeleine birthed her beautiful baby girl, Florence, at home in an incredibly magic "free birth" of which is where babies are born without medical assistance at home. Her previous 2 births were somewhat traumatic which inspired her to do this pregnancy & birth on her own terms. .This podcast is ultimately a story about the power of women trusting their bodies.We discussed:how having a free birth actually "works"healing from past traumatic births leaning into the pain & intensity of childbirthusing birth as a transformative portal into another realmBeing spiritually connected to your baby in the wombthe power in the primal roar during childbirth and eliminating the shame about having a vocal birth Changing your relationship to pain during childbirth How to let go of being the “good girl” during your pregnancy and birthThe power of storytelling PLUS SO MUCH MORE JUICY GOODNESS.This is just a feel good episode! Enjoy x Follow Madeleine on instagram @madeleineallgoodFollow me @_thestrongmama

Jane Palmer has been a private midwife located in Sydney, Australia for over 28 years with the majority of her midwifery practice has been outside of the hospital system, supporting women birthing at home. In June 2021 Jane has stopped attending births, however, with additional qualifications as a childbirth educator and lactation consultant, Jane continues to provide antenatal care, childbirth education, postnatal care and lactation services all over Sydney and the world through her online services.In this chat we delve deeper into so many topics around  "the importance of preparing mothers for birth".  We both agreed there is simply not enough empowering conversation and information being shared for women to listen to and be excited for birth.We spoke about:- How to prepare for childbirth whether it's your first birth or a subsequent birth- The differences between public & private hospitals and homebirth care and how to have an empowering birth NO MATTER where you choose to birth- The most important contributors to successful birth outcomes- Where woman go wrong when choosing a care provider for their pregnancy and birth- The AMAZING hormonal response ALL women can have during labour if they feel they are in a "safe" space- How to create a "safe" birthing space to optimise your chances of a natural, unassisted birth- How to find the right care provider for you and what to look for- Commons "myths" women are told during pregnancy and labour and the real truth behind what you may have been told or heard- How to educate your partner and support teamPLUS SO MUCH MOREBUY HER BOOK HERE: https://birthinternational.com/product/preparing-for-birth-mothers/Other resources: https://www.janepalmer.com.au/ https://birthinternational.com/jane-palmer/https://www.pregnancy.com.au/ https://birthinternational.com/

Another life update sharing some of my vulnerable, intimate thoughts about everything going on in the world right now and some of the feelings/breakthroughs I have been moving through that hopefully you can relate to or seek inspiration from.FOLLOW @_thestrongmama

So if you are a women you MUST listen to this episode and allow yourself to be blown away with how important & integral our pelvic floors and to know this information before, during and/or after pregnancy and beyond.Caitlin is a new mum & a highly experience pelvic floor therapist with a huge passion for women's health in general who shares so much empowering insight, information all things pelvic floor and so much more including:When a women should see a pelvic floor physio and whyWhat the role and function of the pelvic floor isPelvic floor dysfunction & signs and symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction to be aware ofWhat is an overactive or tight pelvic floorWhat  the stats like around pelvic floor dysfunction BEFORE women even fall pregnant What the stats of pelvic floor dysfunction for mumsWhat would be an ideal pelvic floor physio engagement during the pregnancy & post-natal period The 6 week check up  - what's the process with a pelvic floor physio and why is it important to see a physio & not your GPHow to exercise appropriately during & after pregnancy for optimum pelvic floor health and so much more!FOLLOW CAITLIN @pelvicfloorwithcaitlin SHOP HER GUIDE: https://thepelvicfloorproject.com/our-programs  

After a little break, I'm back with a life update during the current NSW lockdown!I share a bit about:- My thoughts about lockdowns and the whole covid madness- My post 'spiral' breakthrough/breakdown of this new "dream life" I have manifested and not knowing how to get there- How i've dealt with lockdown second time round & pivoted my business during this time- My mask-free confidence & freedom- My view on health and immunity- My thoughts about homeschooling- The newest book I'm reading and LOVING- Pockets of wisdom and inspiration that's on my heart right now.Follow me: @_thestrongmama

If you are someone (& especially a mum) who has been thinking about starting a business but terrified to take the plunge - THIS EPISODE IS FOR YOU!This episode gives a beautiful insight in to the creation and growth of Bud the Label - a super cute & high quality clothing label for kids created by Aussie sister-in-laws Brianna and Belle - right in the thick of motherhood AND during a worldwide pandemic.We touch on:Where the idea of "Bud the Label" came fromWhat it's been like starting a business whilst in the midst of motherhoodThe strategies, tools & tricks to organic social media growthHow to use your customers feedback to enhance your sales & product successThe importance of pivoting & using failures as lessons andInspirational advice for mums wanting to start businesses in the midst of motherhood plus so much more!FOLLOW BUD THE LABEL @bud_thelabelSHOP :www.budthelabel.com 

This episode is perfect for someone new to "doing the work" and starting out on their very own self-development.Blake Worrall Thompson is an absolute legend  & a phenomenal lifestyle and performance coach with a background in the health & fitness space for the last 15 years. He is also someone I've worked with closely over the last 2 years who has been a huge inspiration and help in my own self development journey as a mother, wife and women's coach. In the episode we chat about some super important and fascination aspects of self development such as:Where should someone start when wanting to “do the work” Why  “doing the work” important in a relationship , as parents and as a business ownerWhat are triggers and what do they reveal within us? What do we do with our triggers?How can someone figure out their core values and why are they important ?How do we create new neural pathways in our brain?The reticular activating systemThe imprint years and how they shape our values & core beliefsIntegration”– the missing piece for many. Why it is so important to integrate and how we can do thisPlus so much more!Find Blake on instagram @blakeworrallthompson or https://www.blakeworrallthompson.comFind me on instagram @_thestrongmama

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Another episode about ME ! This time I go into much greater detail of my post-natal "rock bottom" briefly mentioned to in episode 1.*Trigger warning* this is an episode that is very deep, raw and vulnerable into my mental health struggles over the last 5 years. I share all about:The depth of what my first year as a mum was likeMy breastfeeding issues ( tongue & lip tied baby)Our sleep issues and various sleep training attemptsMy struggles with accepting the baby I hadThe defining "rock bottom" moment where I knew I needed I needed to change ( my "dark soul of the night" moment)And the best bit....

This episode is a MUST for anyone who has children or works with children, and especially toddlers.Dr Siggie is Child Development Expert with over 35 years of experience working with children and families of all kinds as well as being a mum of 3 boys (well they are men now). She shares a tonne of practical advice and support on her instagram every day - and, of course, in this podcast -  leaving parents feeling inspired and empowered, which I is exactly why I wanted to get her to speak on this podcast.We chat all about: Dr Siggie's brand new Toddler GuideHow 2020 changed parenting worldwideThe pendulum of parenting How to set boundaries for your children with confidence & loveBehaviours & Emotions (and why you need to seperate the two when responding to children)Tantrum Tips***GET 15% OFF DR SIGGIE'S TODDLER GUIDE*** HERE: Find Dr Siggie on instagram @dr.siggie

In this episode I share 10 simple tips to making exercise something you love and a regular part of your life - effortlessly and easily!If you're someone starting out on your health & fitness journey or someone who's really struggled to stay active consistently - this episode is for you!The 10 Tips I talk about are:Defining your whySetting macro goal and then micro goalsStart small Find a style of exercise that's fun Understand motivation vs discipline Change your perspective to exerciseDon't compare to others Understand exercise doesn't always equal fat loss Find an accountability partnerSet your intention the night before FOLLOW ME & FIND ME HERE:@_thestrongmama@strongmamas_aus www.strongmamas.com.au

In this episode I share about a highly requested topic close to my heart and what I feel every person - especially parents - needs to be educated and aware about! It will change your LIFE and your parenting game: CONSCIOUS PARENTING!*trigger warning: if you have had a traumatic childhood this may bring up triggers for you*I talk a bit about:What is conscious parenting?Why is it important?The imprint year of childhood How the way you were raised will show up in the way you parentWhere to start when trying to become a more conscious parent Book mentioned: “The Conscious Parent” - Dr Shefali TsabaryRecommend pages to follow on instagram:@FOLLOW ME & FIND ME HERE:@_thestrongmama@strongmamas_aus

A little bit about your host, ME! My story,  deepest pains & passions and the real goals for this podcast!I touch on...- my childhood health issues- my struggle to fall pregnant- my postnatal rock bottom- why I became a PT- why I question "the norm"- my love for conscious parenting+ so much moreRAW, REAL, DEEP as always!.Follow me:@strongmamas_aus@_thestrongmama.Please share, rate & review if you feel moved by this podcast in any way!

Welcome to the Strong Mamas podcast, I'm your host Rachel Giampietro, also known as "The Strong Mama". This is the podcast for the mums and women who just want MORE. More for themselves, their children, their relationships and their day-to-day lives. In this podcast, I will go deep, real & raw on all things close to my heart and happening in my world, drawing from my experience in this lifetime as a mother, business owner and pre & post natal women's coach, ! From solo chats to guest speakers covering an array of topics from fitness to nutrition, pregnancy to birth, parenting to relationships, self development to spirituality - plus -so much more. I am willing to have the uncomfortable conversations to share what needs to be said and I won't hold back on getting to the juice of each conversation so you walk away educated & inspired every single time ! My mission is to raise myself up and inspire those around me to do the same so we can all live our most fully aligned and purposeful life. Let's get strong mamas.