Unswaddled

In this episode of the Unswaddled Podcast, Emily and Jamie sit down with long-time client and mom of two, Phoebe Goldsberry. Phoebe shares her transformative journey into motherhood, including her experiences with hypnobirthing, navigating postpartum life with two young children, and finding positivity in the chaos of parenting.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• Phoebe’s Story: Learn how Phoebe's hypnobirthing journey shaped her labor experiences with her two boys, Graham and Miles, and why she became a passionate advocate for this approach.

• The Power of Hypnobirthing: Discover how hypnobirthing works, how it helped Phoebe embrace her natural instincts, and why she recommends it to every expecting parent (yes, even dads!).

• Navigating Differences: Phoebe opens up about the stark contrasts between her two pregnancies and births and how she adapted her parenting approach to meet each child's unique needs.

• Mindfulness in Parenting: Explore how Phoebe applies mindfulness techniques from hypnobirthing to everyday parenting challenges and why she believes positivity is a superpower for moms.

• Let’s Talk Comparison: Hear Phoebe’s honest take on the inevitable comparisons between siblings and how she stays grounded in meeting her kids as individuals.

• Practical Self-Care: From 15-minute resets to creative ways of combining self-care with parenting, Phoebe shares her go-to tips for avoiding burnout.

Resources Mentioned:

• Hypnobirthing: The Mongan Method: Phoebe’s top book recommendation for expecting parents.

• NAPS Pre-Baby Bootcamp: Mindfulness and labor preparation led by Sarah Harmon, a licensed mental health counselor and yoga instructor.

• Wayne Dyer’s Teachings: Inspiration for shifting mindset and embracing positivity. Key Takeaways:

• "You're going to find what you're looking for." Phoebe’s mantra for seeking positivity in parenting and life.

• Mind over body: Trusting your instincts and allowing your body to do what it’s naturally designed for can transform the birthing experience.

• Comparison is the thief of joy: Focus on your unique journey instead of measuring yourself against others.

Whether you’re a first-time mom, preparing for your second, or simply curious about hypnobirthing and mindful parenting, this episode offers relatable stories, actionable tips, and a fresh perspective on embracing the highs and lows of motherhood.

Tune in for inspiration, laughs, and a little dose of positivity to brighten your day!

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