The Connected Mother

In this episode I share parts of my birth story and what I experienced.  *** There is a trigger warning regarding Birth Related Trauma. I talk about how I prepared for birth, my lack of continuity of care, confusion for birth choices, what happened post birth and some of my treatment (from both outside and inside the hospital walls) and how it has effected me long term. I recorded the podcast on Ngadjuri Country when visiting my sister. As I re-listen and re-tell the story, I forgot to mention that when I suggest the MGP or homebirth...this is from my experience. I 100% support the idea of women birthing unassisted and in their own power. Do what feels best for you. The NSW Parliamentary Enquiry into Birth Trauma (Australia Wide - started by MP @emma.hurst) is happening at the time I recorded this episode, but closes on Tuesday the 15th of August 2023.  If you know that what your experienced during your birth did not feel right, or something you witnessed felt off, then this is the TIME TO SUBMIT. If that sounds/feels overwhelming for you - there are a few options (I see you - this shit it TOUGH): INSTAGRAM ACCOUNTS- @janehardwickecollings is offering a 20 minute FREE call to help support you in your submission. - @betterbirthsillawarra has so MANY great posts, reels and resources to help assist and can ALSO help you submit anonymously. - @hygieiahealthltd are there to support anyone who needs help with submissions.- @maternity_consumer_network can help you make submissions and can also recommend a Perinatal Psychologist who specialises in Birth Trauma if you need. - @annacusackpostpartum has an offer that says 'DM me 1-2 minutes of audio OR your draft written submission by Monday the 14th of August and I will do the rest for you' - MESSAGE HER! ORGANISATIONSCOPE.ORG.AU - @cope.org.au is a not-for-profit organisation devoted to reducing the impacts of emotional and mental health problems in the pre and postnatal periods. Head to their website to find an accredited professional with the e-COPE Directory.PANDA.ORG.AU @pandanational is dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of expecting, new and growing families. Through a range of information, services and programs they support parents and families during pregnancy and the first 12 months of welcoming a new baby.HYGIEIAHEALTH.ORG - @hygieiahealthltd are an incredible non-profit organisation dedicated to preventing birth trauma They are devoted to women, babies and birth workers and can support you to get the help you need.LIFELINE.ORG.AU - https://www.lifeline.org.au/ - 13 11 14 Crisis Support - Lifeline are a national charity providing all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services. They exist so that no person in Australia has to face their darkest moments alone.If you've made a submission - YOU ARE SO BRAVE. I hope this podcast can help just one person feel seen, heard and confident enough to seek the help they need to heal. ***There are sections that sound different due to location change.Thankyou for listening!

In today's episode I chat about making new friends as a mum and how I did not expect to feel introverted in those early stages, being such an extrovert before. I had to 're-learn' how to socialise again with my babe in toe, and it's been a really interesting experience. I give a few tips on how to navigate this if you are feeling a similair way and that when I moved to a new area recently, I used the app for mamas called PEANUT. It's like tinder for mums. I have made one great friend on it and I'm even playing netball again because of the friend I met through the app.I then chat about how important a good GP is and about my recent experience finding a local GP where I live.I also introduce the rad collection of resources I have curated for all the new mummas out there.  It's extremely valuable and they helped me so much in my first year of becoming a mum. You can download it HERE for free! There is a bonus video edition (& audio only) where I explain why I recommended each resource. The PDF is also clickable and linked to the websites or books I recommend. I hope you have a beautiful week and enjoy this episode. Don't forget to follow, rate & review the podcast! 

In episode 3, I share two quite significant things that have happened recently in my motherhood 'journey' to help me move closer to connection to myself and to my loved ones and becoming more aligned with the person I want to be.  Let me know what you think and what you will do in the future to help connect more deeply with yourself and your loved ones. I do acknowledge that this ep is layered with privilege and may bring up some negative/uncomfortable feelings for people. You can always contact PANDA on 1300 726 306 to chat to a professional about what is coming up for you.    Connect with me @theconnectioncove on instagram or FB or email me at sheridan@theconnectioncove.com and share where you are at with getting your needs met! I'd love to hear from you. I hope you have a wonderful weekend. 

In this episode I share 12 (or more) of the lesson's I learnt in the first 12 months of being a mother. From doing what feels right for you to how your relationships will change, I cover a number of different topics which in the end, could probably have their own podcast episode. The book (audiobook) I refer to is the Postnatal Depletion Cure by Dr. Oscar SellerachI listen to it on Audible but here is a link to the hardcopy from Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-postnatal-depletion-cure-dr-oscar-serrallach/book/9780733640322.htmlI also cover if things are feeling really overwhelmed and the ability to control your emotions has started to negatively effect your life, to seek professional help from a counsellor/therapist/psychologist. I have included PANDA's information below. PANDA’S NATIONAL PERINATAL MENTAL HEALTH HELPLINEWebsite: https://panda.org.au/articles/pandas-national-perinatal-mental-health-helplinePhone contact: 1300 726 306 I hope you enjoy the episode and if you haven't already, follow me on socials @theconnectioncove .I would be so grateful if you could rate and review this podcast too. It makes it easier for others to find! Have a beautiful day. 

This is the first episode of The Connected Mother and I couldn't be more excited. This has been on my heart for a while now and it feels great to have it out in the world after recently celebrating my first year of being a mother and the 1st birthday of my beautiful daughter. In this episode, I explain who I am, what I do and the 'WHY' of the poddy and what my hopes are for it (and for you listening). If you enjoyed the episode, I would appreciate you giving it a review if you have a moment and make sure you subscribe too (and share it with your other mum friends). You can find me @theconnectioncove on social media. Follow on as I transition towards creating more content/courses for all the new mummas out there. You're my inspiration and doing an awesome job. Thankyou for being here.