My Mama Dreams

In this episode, I’m asking a question almost every pregnant woman thinks about: What kind of birth do I want? ✨ Natural birth, epidural, water or as little intervention as possible? How are you supposed to know what you’ll want when you’ve never experienced birth before? I’m talking about birth preferences, pain relief and preparing for birth while leaving room for the unexpected, and I’m also sharing what I learned from having two very different births. 🤍 If you’re pregnant and preparing fo...

In this episode, I’m talking about why you don’t need to know everything before your baby arrives. From preparing for birth and understanding your options to feeding your baby, newborn sleep, postpartum recovery and knowing when to ask for help, I’m sharing the foundations that can help you feel more informed and confident during pregnancy. If you’re pregnant and looking for practical birth preparation, antenatal education, newborn care and postpartum support, this episode will help you under...

In this episode, I’m sharing five essential things I believe every parent should prepare for before their baby arrives. From preparing for birth and understanding your options to thinking about feeding, newborn sleep, your own recovery and the support you’ll need during those first weeks. I also talk about the importance of building your support network, especially if you’re having your baby abroad and don’t have your usual family and friends nearby. If you’re pregnant and want to feel more i...

In this episode, I’m talking about what I wish every parent knew about newborn sleep before their baby arrived. Newborn sleep can look very different from what we expect. Babies can move, grunt, squeak, open their eyes and even make little cries while they are still asleep. I’m sharing why learning to pause, observe and understand your baby’s sleep cues can make those early weeks feel much less overwhelming. I also talk about newborn wake windows, early sleepy cues and why rocking, feeding, c...

In this episode, I’m talking about the things nobody tells you to prepare for before your baby arrives. From preparing for birth and understanding your options to thinking about postpartum, feeding, your partner and the support you’ll need as you become a parent. I also share some of the practical things to consider when giving birth in Spain, especially if you’re living here as an expat and navigating the healthcare system in a language that isn’t your first. If you’re expecting a baby in Sp...