No Place Like Homb

Do you know what it means to be trauma aware? In this episode of No Place Like Homb, we welcome back Dusk Liney to chat more about her work, not only supporting survivors of complex trauma through the transition into motherhood, but also providing specialised training in trauma aware care to practitioners. Throughout the journey that is matrescence, a lack of clear communication and understanding from healthcare practitioners can lead to distress and re-traumatisation for survivors of complex trauma and can have long-lasting impact on postpartum recovery. Providing support that honours each individuals story and responds to their specific needs can create an environment where survivors have an opportunity to thrive. *Please note that we bring this episode to you with a trigger warning. We advise listener discretion and have provided links for resources and support services in our show notes. Find out more via ⁠duskliney.com⁠ Share and connect via ⁠deardusk.com⁠ Sexual Assault Services Victoria (formerly CASA Forum)sasvic.org.au⁠ NASASV (National association of services against sexual violence)nasasv.org.au/support-directory⁠ When Survivors Give Birth - Bookpennysimkin.com/shop/when-survivors-give-birth⁠ You can also find a directory for national helplines via;⁠pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers

'Matrescence' is defined as the process of becoming a mother. It's a word that describes the monumental physical, emotional and psychological changes that a person goes through in the process of becoming a mother. This transition can be challenging for anyone, but for survivors of sexual assault or complex trauma, these experiences may bring up unique and deeply personal challenges. That certainly was the case for this weeks guest, Dusk Liney. Dusk joins us on No Place Like Homb to discuss her personal experience of pregnancy, birth and postpartum as a survivor of childhood sexual assault and complex PTSD. *Please note that we bring this episode to you with a trigger waning. We advise listener discretion and have provided links for resources and support services in our show notes. Find out more via duskliney.com Share and connect via deardusk.com Sexual Assault Services Victoria (formerly CASA Forum)sasvic.org.au⁠ NASASV (National association of services against sexual violence)nasasv.org.au/support-directory⁠ When Survivors Give Birth - Bookpennysimkin.com/shop/when-survivors-give-birth⁠ You can also find a directory for national helplines via;⁠pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers

Two Osteos and a pregnant lady walk into a clinic… This week on No Place Like Homb, we welcome back Dr Daniela Aiello to talk about her dedication to understanding the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy and postpartum. The inspiration that drove her and co-founders Ash, and Emma to create their brand Continuall - compression for motherhood. Continuall creates innovative, wearable, and supportive garments to support you on the mother of all journeys. Find out more via ⁠continuallwear.com.au⁠

No matter how educated we are and how much we think we know, sometimes the experiences you are met with through Matrescence and early motherhood can catch you off guard. This week on No Place Like Homb, we chat with Dr Daniela Aiello about her 20 year career in Osteopathy, caring for new mothers and her own experience in pregnancy, birth and postpartum.

In this episode of No Place Like Homb, we’re thrilled to welcome back Midwife, Kelli Zakharoff. Hosts Larissa and Jess speak with Kelli about all of the joys and challenges of her career in midwifery and the major life experiences that formed the inspiration for her new book, Midwife Crisis. You can get your hands on a copy of Kelli's new book, Midwife Crisis via linktr.ee/kellizak

This week on No Place Like home, hosts Larissa and Jess welcome Kelli Zakharoff, a registered midwife with over 20 years experience working in public and private hospitals as well as private practice. Kelli shares her experience as young mum being confronted with the prospect of loosing her baby, before facing life threatening complications herself and how this unfortunate series of events lead to her following a career path that she was destined to go down.

Understanding what is ‘normal’ when it comes to caring for your baby can be challenging - everything is new, you’re navigating uncharted territory and the internet is full of myths, outdated information and old wives tales. On this episode of No Place Like Homb, we chat with Nicole Gleeson, Paediatric Nurse and Founder of Rhythm First Aid, to share information based on years of experience and evidence based research, busting the myths, unpacking the facts, alleviating fears and hopefully inspiring you to book in for that first aid course! https://rhythmfirstaid.com.au/

On this episode of No Place like Homb, Hosts Larissa and Jess welcome Nicole Gleeson, Paediatric Nurse and Founder of Rhythm First Aid, to discuss her personal postpartum experience. Nicole’s story highlights how empowering postpartum can be with the right education, support and preparation. Find out more about Nicole's work; https://rhythmfirstaid.com.au/

The postpartum period is marked by significant and dramatic hormonal, physical, social, and psychological changes that collectively influence a woman's recovery and adaptation to motherhood. Understanding these changes is crucial for both the mother’s physical and mental health and the well-being of her newborn. In this episode of No Place Like Homb, we welcome back Dr Edna Lekgabe, to help us understand the symptoms of perinatal mood disorders and what treatment may look like when intervention is required. Find out more drednalekgabe.com.au If you or someone you know needs support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional. You can also find a directory for national helplines via; pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers

What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist? What is the role of Psychiatry in the perinatal period? When is the right time to seek psychological support? On this episode of No Place Like Homb, we welcome Dr Edna Lekgabe, Perinatal and Reproductive Psychiatrist, to discuss mental health in the perinatal period and the importance of preventative care. Find out more drednalekgabe.com.auIf you need support, speak to a trusted healthcare professional. You can also find a directory for national helplines via; pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers

You know that incessant, never ending and exhausting ‘to do’ list in your head that comes with managing your work, relationship, household and family? This is The Mental Load and the load gets heavier and more complicated when you add babies and children to the list. So, how do we manage The Mental Load? That is the million dollar question that No Place like Homb hosts Larissa and Jess are discussing in this weeks episode. https://www.fairplaylife.com/the-cards

Hyperemesis gravidarum refers to intractable nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, leading to dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, weight loss and volume depletion with severe and debilitating physical and mental impacts. There is no consensus on specific diagnostic criteria and often symptoms are dismissed or minimised due to a lack of knowledge and understanding from peers and health professionals. On this episode of No Place Like Homb, hosts Larissa and Jess welcome back Yanika Flynn to discuss her work in advocacy, education and support for survivors through Hyperemesis Australia. Yanika is working hard to help raise awareness and support Hyperemesis Australia. Every time you purchase from her online store, biglittlethings.store they donate 5% of profits to provide much needed funds to Hyperemesis Australia. The podcast, You, Me & HG is a great resource for any sufferer & survivors with HG. Check it out via youmeandhg.com For resources and more information, visit; https://www.hyperemesisaustralia.org.au/ You can find a directory for national helplines via; pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/pregnancy-helpline-numbers You can also seek support via; https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/ https://panda.org.au/

Have you heard of Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG)? Between 2% and 10% of pregnancies are diagnosed with HG and still very little is known or understood about the condition. This week on No Place Like Homb, we welcome special guest Yanika Flynn, founder of Big Little Things and Board member at Hyperemesis Australia, to speak with hosts Larissa and Jess about her own experience with HG and how living with HG through pregnancy impacted her postpartum recovery. Yanika is working hard to help raise awareness and support Hyperemesis Australia. Every time you purchase from her online store, biglittlethings.store they donate 5% of profits to provide much needed funds to Hyperemesis Australia. The podcast, You, Me & HG is a great resource for any sufferer & survivors with HG. Check it out via youmeandhg.com https://www.mamabirth.au/ https://www.hyperemesisaustralia.org.au/

Happy Birthday to us! Our podcast, No Place Like Homb has been around for 12 months and what a year it has been! We’re so grateful to everyone who has taken the time to listen, share and engage with our content. We’ve loved speaking with all of our incredible guests and sharing their stories and knowledge with you. In this episode hosts Larissa and Jess revisit our purpose, to educate and inform and ultimately changing the way that we think about and approach postpartum care in Australia. All While working towards achieving our vision to ensure that every mother is held so profoundly that instances of Postnatal Anxiety and depression cease to exist. Join us at the postpartum conference; https://www.wellsupportedmotherscollective.xyz/professional-conferences

With 97% of births in Australia taking place in hospitals, we asked the question; Did you consider a home birth? What are the key factors that are influencing our birthing preferences? Our audience had a lot to say on the topic and in today’s episode of No Place like Homb, hosts Larissa and Jess discuss your responses and consider how our birthing preferences and external influences can have a deep impact on your postpartum recovery.

Our vision for Homb is to inspire a movement, a tidal wave of support for new mothers, highlighting the essential need for support, rest and nourishment in postpartum. In this episode of No Place Like Homb, hosts Larissa and Jess discuss the pressure put on women to ‘bounce back’ after giving birth as well as what little currently exists in western culture to combat the persistent numbers of new mothers struggling to navigate symptoms of postnatal depression and anxiety, with the few services that are available focusing on treatment rather than prevention. Our hope is to change the narrative, start a conversation and encourage a culture shift that values self care and acknowledges the monumental physical, psychological and emotional changes that occur and the care required for women to thrive in the journey to motherhood.

This week on No Place Like Homb, Hosts Larissa and Jess welcome back Mariya to discuss how her experience as a first time mum influenced her choices for the birth of her second child, and inspired her to support others through birth and postpartum. Mariya is a qualified paramedic, birth trauma counsellor and co founder of Village Blossom - trauma informed perinatal support.

One of the key findings from the recently released NSW Birth Trauma report was that there needs to be greater emphasis put on educating prospective parents about all aspects of pregnancy and childbirth. With a lack of clear communication, understanding and recognition of trauma informed care contributing to higher rates of birth trauma and subsequent symptoms of postnatal anxiety and depression. In this episode, No Place Like Homb hosts Larissa and speak with Mariya about her personal birth experience. Mariya is a qualified paramedic, birth trauma counsellor and co founder of Village Blossom - trauma informed perinatal support.

How do you fill from an empty cup? We know about the monumental changes that a person goes through in becoming a mother, we've spoken about it so many times on this podcast. It changes you and challenges your sense of self and sometimes forces you to find strength you didn't know you had. What if, at a time when you're already going through this massive life event, you suffered an unimaginable loss? In this episode of No Place Like Homb, we welcome special guest Imren Bayram, Doula and founder of Awakening Postpartum to speak with Hosts Larissa and Jess about her experiences mothering through grief.

Well hello there, it's time for mum chat - Part 2! This week on No Place Like Homb, we welcome back the incomparable Jaz Flowers to continue the conversation about her postpartum journey and ongoing recovery.