The Soul Mama Podcast

Welcome to the final episode of season 3! In this solo episode of the Soul Mama Podcast, I dive deep into maternal burnout and the journey of reclaiming your vitality and sensuality. We explore the challenges of motherhood, from low libido and postpartum sex to the overwhelming guilt of not having it all together. I share insights around tapping into the nurturing power of nature to revitalise your energy, using elements like fire and water, and somatic exercises that reignite your inner passion. I also discuss grounding practices, affirmations and the importance of breathwork in overcoming stress. Tune in for a holistic approach to healing and rejuvenation, and learn about my upcoming "Burnout to Breakthrough" program designed for burnt-out Mamas. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review. Your support is appreciated! Useful Links Interested in the next Soul Mama retreat? Interested in working with Nehanda? Read the Full Show notes Watch on Youtube Follow the conversation on Instagram @soulmamajourney

Welcome to another episode of The Soul Mama Podcast. Today I am extremely excited to be joined by Layla F. Saad, New York Times bestselling author, speaker, and cultural worker for justice. In this conversation Layla and I delve into the multifaceted nature of activism, the challenges of raising black and brown children, and the importance of sustainable and gentle parenting in today's world. From discussing the critical need for age-appropriate conversations about racism and discrimination to navigating historical injustices, we deeply explore balancing activism and motherhood. This episode is a must-listen for any parent looking to empower their children with a sense of cultural pride, accountability, and resilience. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review. Your support is appreciated! Useful Links Interested in the next Soul Mama retreat? Interested in working with Nehanda? Read the Full Show notes Watch on Youtube Follow the conversation on Instagram @soulmamajourney Check out Layla's writing group and website here Connect with Layla on Instagram

Today on the Soul Mama Podcast, I have the pleasure of speaking with Kemi Johnson, an experienced birth keeper and advocate for natural childbirth, and conscious motherhood. In this episode, Kemi shares invaluable insights on advocating for home births, the critical role of skilled help in the home, and the challenges faced by women in the maternity healthcare system. Kemi also discusses her work on "Unleash Your VBAC Power," a podcast dedicated to debunking myths around cesarean births and empowering women to birth without intervention. Join us for a powerful conversation that underscores the significance of confidence, self-belief, and a supportive environment in the birthing journey. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review. Your support is appreciated! Useful Links Interested in the next Soul Mama retreat? Interested in working with Nehanda? Read the Full Show notes Watch on Youtube Follow the conversation on Instagram @soulmamajourney Connect with Kemi on Instagram Work with Kemi

Join us for another episode of the Soul Mama Podcast with our special guest Jazreena Harlow, a visionary sound healer and human design reader, as we dive deeply into the transformative realms of motherhood, spirituality, and self-discovery. This episode explores how mothers can harness the power of human design to rejuvenate their sense of self, particularly focusing on postpartum identity, balancing maternal roles, and enhancing relationship dynamics. Jazreena shares invaluable insights on aligning your career with personal passions, helping us understand issues, like low libido and postpartum sex, that mothers frequently navigate. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review. Your support is appreciated! Useful Links Interested in the next Soul Mama retreat? Interested in working with Nehanda? Read the Full Show notes Watch on Youtube Follow the conversation on Instagram @soulmamajourney Connect with Jazreena on Instagram Work with Jazreena

In this week's episode, I am joined by Amanda Baumann, Fertility Coach and founder of Fertility Rising, as we discuss the power of understanding and harnessing the menstrual cycle. We delve into the dangers of using hormonal birth control, the importance of detoxing from the pill, and the journey of reclaiming our power and wisdom. Amanda explains the fertility awareness method and addresses the resistance some women have in committing to tracking their cycles. We explore how to communicate with partners about fertility awareness and the benefits of deepening intimacy through shared responsibility. This conversation highlights the significance of living in harmony with our cyclical nature as Amanda shares her personal journey of motherhood and the lessons she has learned. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review. Your support is appreciated! Useful Links Interested in the next Soul Mama retreat? Interested in working with Nehanda? Read full show notes Watch on Youtube Follow the conversation on Instagram @soulmamajourney Fertility Rising Work with Amanda @fertility_rising

In this episode, I interview Tamu Thomas, a transformational life coach and former social worker. We discuss the concept of toxic productivity and the need for compensation in social impact work. Tamu also shares insights from her upcoming book, 'Women Who Work Too Much,' which explores the importance of rest and balance. We delve into the generational patterns and inherited beliefs that affect our relationship with work and rest. The conversation highlights the need for healing through the body and community. We also discuss the power of connecting with ancestors and the potential for post-traumatic growth. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe and leave us a 5-star review. Your support is appreciated! Useful Links Interested in the next Soul Mama retreat? Interested in working with Nehanda? Read the Full Show notes Watch on Youtube Follow the conversation on Instagram @soulmamajourney Connect with Tamu on Instagram Buy Tamu's book here

We are at the end of Season 2! I end with this solo episode where I reflect on what rest is, what it isn't, why its so important, why we find it so hard as women and mothers and some ways we might begin reframing rest as a sacred practice rather than something linked to guilt and shame. Full shownotes at www.soulmamajourney.com/podcast Follow me on instagram @soulmamacoach

QUEEN AFUA is a Master Holistic Healer and Herbalist, Polarity Practitioner, and a lay midwife. She is the author of seven bestselling wellness books, including SACRED WOMAN known as the “Woman’s Bible” by readers around the world, for Queen’s guidance and wisdom on self-healing, holistic wellness, and spiritual practices. As part of the 20thAnniversary Edition this year, Queen and I discuss what I took to write this book and what it means to be a sacred woman today. Full show notes on www.soulmamajourney.com/podcast Follow me to comment on this episode @soulmmacoach.

Alex Elle is an author & wellness consultant, and mother of three. Writing came into her life by way of therapy and the exploration of healing through journaling. Alex assists others in finding their voices through storytelling, poetry, and narrative writing rooted in truth without shame. Her mission is to build community & self-care practices through literature & language. She is the author of multiple books and journals, most recently After the Rain, Today I Affirm: A Journal That Nurtures Self-Care. She also hosts the hey, girl. podcast. In this first part of our conversation, Alex shares about what it was like to experience single motherhood as a young woman and then to experience a 2 year infertility and IVF journey before going on to conceive her two younger daughters. Full shownotes on www.soulmamajourney.com/podcast And on instagram @soulmamacoach

Mimi Young is a witch, a shamanic intuitive, spirit communicator, and founder of Ceremonie, an esoteric brand focusing on education, Shamanic Readings, and plant medicines for skin and aura. Mimi's purpose is to help people connect with their spirits. She does this by integrating core shamanism, plant spirit healing, dream symbol interpretation, and Chinese esoterics in a deeply healing way. Though possessing psychic gifts her whole life, Mimi stepped into this work when she had a profound shamanic experience while on bedrest for 5 months during her pregnancy with her second child. She sees her experience as a way to bridge modern living with ancestral living, to be in full relationship with the seen and unseen worlds, and to break the stale moulds of existing structures that no longer serve us. Check www.soulmamajourney.com/podcast for full show notes. Follow me on Instagram @soulmamacoach

Donna Lancastar is a healer, facilitator and cofounder of The Bridge Retreat which has recently been featured in the documentary film Loved. Donna is passionate about the subject of grief and the grieving process which she believes offers the missing link for many in their search for wholeness. In this episode she speaks of her early life and how the ‘depression’ she was labelled with was actually unprocessed grief. Donna and I speak about how her personal journey influenced her professional journey, and the ways she includes ancient ritual and modern practices to support people to truly heal. Visit www.soulmamapodcast.com.podcast for full show notes. Follow me on instagram @soulmamacoach

Pheonix Wild is a mother of three, writer, content creator and world traveler. Pheonix describes her life’s mission as creating new paradigms and inspiration through travel experiences and motherhood. She moved to the Hawaiian island of Kauai where she lived with her family for the past four years. In this first part of our conversation, we speak about what motivated Phoenix to head to Hawaii with 2 small babies, no plan and 200 dollars in the bank. Visit www.soulmamajourney.com/podcast for full show notes. Follow me on instagram @soulmamacoach

Anisah Amat is a writer a poet, world traveller and meditator.. Anisah believes a part of her purpose is to guide women to, not only recognizing the light within them, but also recognizing the power within their voice. She encourages women that it is their birth right to speak up and against anything that does not serve their higher selves. She currently works as a Meditation guide for the Expectful platform; composing meditations to support women through fertility, pregnancy and motherhood. She resides in Denver with her husband and their baby girl. In this conversation we speak about the fear that can arise when you first find out your pregnant, and we talk about how important it is to cultivate nourishing conscious partnerships and what it looks like too say yest to what your body needs during pregnancy. Visit www.soulmamajourney.com/podcast for full show notes. Follow me on instagram @soulmamacoach