Walnut Wednesday

This week I get to chat with Hannah, from the New Zealand Brand, Bear & Moo. We real-talk about business, cloth nappies and everything in between! Hannah says: I am the Founder & Director of Bear & Moo, an online store based in Hamilton for your everyday family.  As a new Mum, I found there were lots of little costs that added up.  One of the things that I used to hate spending money on was nappies, so I looked into cloth nappies. They just made sense to me and so I wanted to find a way to make them more accessible to kiwi families. Since launching Bear & Moo in 2018 we've also created our own kids clothing range called Hello Poppet and added a huge number of products to the Bear & Moo range like change mats, bibs, wet bags, day bags and recently silicone toys. My husband Richard and I now have 3 kids, 4 including Bear & Moo, and our youngest has just toilet trained so we are no longer a cloth nappy family but I absolutely adore helping other families get started and save a ton of money.I've built an epic community of wonderful customers and love sharing the behind the scenes of running a business, juggling parenthood and trying to squeeze a moment in there for me too!Shop at: www.bearandmoo.co.nz

I am so excited to be speaking with the gorgeous Vee, this week! We talk all about creating a social media platform, editing, books and some of Vee's favourite reads.Vee is an indie editor and all things book lover. She loves working with her authors to bring their stories to the next level while fangirling with them at the same time.Check out Vee on her website: https://www.veerieedits.com/ - Tiktok: @vees.reads - Instagram: @readswithvee

I AM BACK AND FEELING FRESH after an afternoon getting out of the house with a sunshine and rainbow safe space friend.The quote I could not remember on this episode was: "Insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results," Check out some of my bookish templates and review journals www.walnutwednesday.com/bookish/

I'm so excited to be having this chat with the beauty behind Little Rose! We tallk all about starting her brand, I get to ask my burning questions about her amazing low tox products and what it's like to live a low tox life.@littlerose_natural website: www.littlerose.nz At Little Rose our mission is to empower families and individuals through the power of natural, low-tox living.

The beautiful Kate is back and IN PERSON with me! Welcome to another fly-on-the-wall chat about communicating and who comms are actually easier for. We talk about comprehension and pressure and where that leaves us in conversations.Connect with Kate on Instagram @misskbromley and if you are in the UK, check out her documentary on Amazon Prime "Where The Tracks Lead"

I'm just calling myself out in this episode. At the end I thank you for listening to my "garbage" and then redact the statement. I'm just going through it right now, Walnut; and trying to figure out where all the versions of myself can flow and exist together - it's a bit hard!www.walnutwednesday.com/link-in-bio/

This week's overshare is about how I did an exercise where I was asked to think of "my happy place" and interestingly enough, what came to mind was... MY OWN BED!

This episode is a reflection of the relief I felt when I came home from a walnutting - Louie and I went out (again). I felt the dread from everything I said and I felt the squishiness of not wanting to go back to normal. I am finding it very hard to try and be brave and get out there, while also just enjoy being present and in our little bubble - because I know, I will blink, and I'll be "back to normal"

This week I was reflecting on an episode where I was actually triggered by being called nice. I talked about how kindness isn't a weakness and went to great passionate lengths (which I still stand by) about being called nice. But after going through the condition and since being a mother, being called nice doesn't upset me anymore and would not be received in the way I did back then. My kindness is a flex - there are plenty of people who don't have it.I'm so far away from the girl who got called nice and got upset because SHE made it mean she was weak/not good enough. During the condition/where I'm at now came this huge ego death, where I've had to ask and accept help and speak when I need to and I have to trust so deeply that I'm doing ok while thinking of everything that could possibly go wrong - I can do that AND still be kind. and it's a forking flex!

This week I am so excited to be having a chat with the gorgeous Jen, from Way She Goes Clothes. I basically love bombed Jen ever since my first purchase and have never looked back... sorry Jen! We talk all about starting a business and all of the thought that has gone into this brand.Jen is the co-founder of Way She Goes Clothes and a lifelong book lover. She's created this brand to craft durable, stylish, and cozy loungewear—perfect for curling up with a good book or tackling your next adventure!Use code: WALNUT15 for a discount when you're visiting www.wayshegoesclothes.com

Your voice matters, my voice matters and a little slither of feminism scattered into this short and sweet podcast episode.

This week we speak with Jess, a mid-thirties, rural living, homeschooling mama of three wild boys aged six and under who is learning to balance being a coordinator of chaos while doing healing work and parenting.Jess has had two birthing centre births (one with interventions) and a homebirth. Jess says that "lots of my journey over the past ten years has been around addressing my trauma and mental health and creating a life for myself and my children that feels right for us." Jess is currently in the process of setting up a second Instagram page to share her thoughts on motherhood publicly.Check out Jess's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/MotherofChaos/

I ATTENDED A MUMS AND BUBS YOGA CLASS! I felt fear, I felt nervous, but I did one tick box at a time and got my little butt - and my bubba's butt - to the class! Mums and Bubs at Wild Wellbeing in Kapiti

This week I have author, Stephanie visiting us, where we talked all about her book "Pretend For Me" (and those coming soon). We had a chat about postpartum, marriage and creating despite going through hard things. A theme I really enjoyed during our conversation was how two things can be true at the same time! Stephanie is a storyteller blessed (and sometimes cursed) with an overactive imagination. She loves creating complex characters navigating flawed worlds, crafting stories that make people feel. Connect with Stephanie on socials @snapolitanowrites

I have attended another social event as a new mom and discovered being social gives me dread akin to hangxiety!

Just doing some reflecting today and looking at the baskets I want to put more of my eggs in!

I'd been quietly removing a pump each day, trying to regulate my nervy system (& boobies) into not pumping anymore. Breastfeeding/pumping/mixed feeding comes with so much extra baggage as the Mother of the Vampire, no matter how logically you think about it, it still hits you in your worthiness centre sore spots. The Master, Louie, is no longer a Vampire and this was his last bottle of my breast milk. My baby is no longer a "newborn" we made it to 12 weeks. And so, marks the end of my breastfeeding/milking journey.

I got my first period. It makes me feel like I'm another step closer to "going back to normal" and it makes me uncomfortable because I feel so far from "normal"

Something new I'm trying because my relationship is taking a hit postpartum - being selfless in the name of being selfish.

The theme of this episode is about being happy instead of right and letting things reveal themselves to us. Connect with Kate on Instagram @misskbromley or in my free Facebook Group, The Walnut Tree.

Following episodes #262 and #266 this episode is part three of Vampire Louie's Birth Story: about developing anxiety and my breastfeeding journey.

Coming at you from a neutral place where "I don't feel like a person" www.walnutwednesday.com/podcast/

I have taken Vampire Louie on two outings BY MYSELF! I was anxious and scared but I did it anyway! www.walnutwednesday.com/podcast/

Following episode #262 this episode is part two of Vampire Louie's Birth Story: the two days at the Birthing Unit and coming home. I will have to do part three about developing anxiety and my breastfeeding journey. If you'd like to share your story and be a guest visit www.walnutwednesday.com/podcast/ and fill out the form.

I googled what is Mom Math: "Mom math" is the formula for the complicated equation that equals simply running an errand, or leaving the house for any task at all. www.walnutwednesday.com/podcast/

Life is short - full stop.

The Fourth Trimester... what a ride! hemorrhoids. That is all.

WALNUT WEDNESDAY TURNS FIVE TODAY! Please screenshot, share & tag me @walnutwednesday to celebrate with me. This episode is Vampire Louie's Birth Story xo

My first episode post-vampire! the only way through it, is THROUGH it Sleep deprivation is a form of torture say yes, receive and bask in grattitude ask for what you need www.walnutwednesday.com

I'm so grateful to have one of my gorgeous friends, Steph, visit the podcast after chatting to her about all things condition related. We talk about her birth story, how I am trying to milk myself, post natal depression and my fear of losing my identity. Steph is a mum to a one year old who struggled with becoming Steph again and thought she was prepared for motherhood and the emotional side, she was not. You can connect with Steph on Instagram @stephburchmore

The Beauty is back! We welcome Kate back to the podcast and this time we took up the challenge to talk mid-menty-b rather than on reflections and the lessons that have come with it. We discuss how to keep going when you're "in it" - what we are both doing, how we are both struggling to make choices at the moment and how we feel like we are simply just "existing" at the moment. DON'T GIVE UP, WALNUT, WE'VE GOT THIS! Connect with Kate on Instagram @misskbromley or in my free Facebook Group, The Walnut Tree.

Walnut, I've had such resistance to all things "baby" related, like a baby shower and babymoon - and this episode is my story time, just documention what absolute bliss my "babymoon" actually was and how needed it was for both Jordy and I! Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

Welcome back Tessa Hope! This week we talk all about her greatest walnutting to date, where Tessa decided to leave teaching. We talk all about accountability with no responsibility, teenagers, the five stages of dying and how "your calling" could be seen as a motivator. Tessa is a Palmy-born Wellington-based 34 year old ex-teacher. After studying in Wellington for 4 years, she worked as an English Teacher and Dean for 9 years before stepping into a role at a local university. Tessa is a passionate Feminist who believes the first step to finding your joy is being honest with yourself. She lives in Tawa with her husband and her cat, and is currently perfectly fulfilled without children, thank you very much. Connect with Tessa on Instagram @honkytonkwoman

This week my walnutting is simply sharing with you that I feel unworthy of all the kindness, love and gifts that have been coming my way. I have received all of this with so much guilt, apprehention and feelings like I "don't deserve" any of this. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This week, I'm talking about a situation that deeply disappointed me, where I was not able to have a conversation in the heat of the moment and time smoothed it over. I still held myself accountable to the fact that I wanted to have a discussion and this is my reflection on Walnut Communication after the fact, when emotions have simmered down and it is easier to simply sweep things under the rug. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

The title of this episode says it all, Walnut, I'm feeling very vulnerable in my condition and find it incredibly hard to ask for what I need right now. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This week is a carry on with the theme of saying "no" and backing myself (again). I also shared something I learned about the different ways we communicate. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This week, I had to set a boundary and say no. On reflection, it brought up old feelings that made me feel anger in justice for Past Lazz who always deemed herself un-worthy. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This is a follow up from the micro-walnuttings in episode 250, where I am still feeling squishy and I had two polarising examples from the preparation I did to calm my nervous system from last week. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This week I am noticing the squishy feelings coming back up and I share three mini things I've done to get through it. Also, cue the tears as I get distracted and my brain falls out of my butt, when I lose my train of thought and end the episode in tears... my apologies but WE CARRY ON! Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This week, I've called in sick - and it is crazy to me that this still makes me feel guilty, depsite that is what a sick day is for! Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

I have two examples this week, Walnut, where I've felt cringe and done it anyway... that's the moral of this episode. Nothing more and nothing less. Be bold, be brave, be YOU! and just give it a go! Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

Wanlut, this week I felt a little bit stuck with what I want to talk about and got confronted with the specifics for what it is I actually want for Walnut Wednesday, my life and my identitity. Card pull this week - IMAGINATION "imagination now sets me free. Divine ones, I send my thanks to thee. "If "anything can happen" - what do you actually want? Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

Short and sweet episode this week, Walnut, where I've had a moment of frustration that I cannot do things like I normally would be able to. I've had to take my second 12-week challenge down a notch instead of progress further in the final weeks due to my condition and listening to my body. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

The theme of this week is GO WITH THE FLOW. I talk all about my Personal Assistant / Sister Birthday Trip where this theme was strong. Everything "went wrong" from flight cancellations to the bakery I wanted to go to being closed and how we just relaxed into the "roadtrip vibe". The bookstore mentioned: https://www.mystiquebookstore.co.nz/ The book by Elliott Rose mentioned: https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CPHZP6S9 Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

I feel so special to be having this conversation with Victoria Faith, this week. We talked about creating content on social media and how she started on her content journey through makeup artistry. Later, we deep dive into her cancer diagnosis at the age of 35 and how this has impacted her life and Tori's intentions with sharing her journey through this. Meet Victoria Lomaloma, a 35-year-old from Wellington. She's a dedicated mum, wife, graphic designer, illustrator, and content creator. Recently, Victoria received a  breast cancer diagnosis, a new challenge she's tackling with grace and courage. Through it all, she remains focused on inspiring others with her creativity and determination. Victoria is deeply passionate about fitness and Throughout her breast cancer journey, she has leaned on F-45 for both community support, physical and mental well-being. Victoria finds strength and solace in her fitness routine, using it as a powerful tool to navigate this challenging time in her life. She hopes to inspire others to take care of themselves for general well-being but also as a safe guard if difficult times arise.  Follow her on Instagram: @victoriafaith.co.nz or through her website www.victoriafaith.co.nz

This week, I have been reflecting on the people in my life and noticed that I don't show my appreciation for the ones closer to home as much as I'd like to. I've assigned myself some homework, to try and vocally give my appreciation (and why that is) to my nearest and dearest this week! Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

My (micro)walnutting this week is that I LOVE MY OUTFIT TODAY and I am celebrating that! Check out my workshop SNACK HACKS: https://www.walnutwednesday.com/product-page/snack-hacks-the-workshop @lilikoibikini is where my shirt is from! Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

Walnut, I had another menty-B (in-front of people) at work this week. I took myself home and I had a nap. Tips I saw on the internet that work: If you feel like you hate everyone, EAT If you feel like everyone hates you, SLEEP If you feel like you hate yourself, SHOWER If you feel like everyone hates everyone, GO OUTSIDE Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book

This week, we welcome back Kate for a discussion on recovering people pleaser-ship, how we are perceived by others and the idea that friendships aren't always convinient. We disucss finding a middle ground when it comes to vulnerability and how we can still remain assertive to a degree. Connect with Kate on Instagram @misskbromley or in my free Facebook Group, The Walnut Tree

I found out what flavour my vampire is! It felt like the moment you flip a coin and while it's in the air, you know what you want your decision to be. I had my village of women come back to me with feedback that "gender disappointment is a thing" and tell me that all my feelings are valid and normal. Connect with me further at www.walnutwednesday.com/link-in-bio FB Group: The Walnut Tree IG: @walnutwednesday Book: Walnut Wednesday the book