Motherhood Uncorked Podcast

Two Under Two: Trauma, Healing & Reclaiming Yourself Through Yoga With Hayley From Happy Moon Yoga

Motherhood can stretch us in ways we never expect, physically, emotionally, and mentally. And for many mums, the postnatal period becomes less about “bouncing back” and more about finding a way back to themselves at all. Today I’m joined by Hayley, founder of Happy Moon Yoga, a perinatal yoga specialist and mum of two under two. Rather than focusing on the details of birth, this conversation centres on what came after, how yoga supported Hayley in her postnatal healing, helped her reconnect with her body, and gave her tools to regulate her nervous system during an incredibly intense season of life. We talk about gentle movement, self-compassion, showing up imperfectly, and why Hayley created her online yoga club, a safe, accessible space for mums who might be struggling, overwhelmed, or simply craving a softer way to heal alongside their babies. This episode is for any mum who feels tender, nervous, or unsure, and needs permission to take things slowly. Have a dilemma, toddler whine or question to ask? Email us at motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com [motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com] to be featured on Season Three! Follow us on all our social channels @motherhooduncorkedpodcast

Walking Beside You: Trust, Advocacy & Holding Space in Birth With Emma, A Doula

Birth can be empowering, overwhelming, beautiful, and frightening, sometimes all at once. What often makes the biggest difference is who is beside you. In this episode, I’m joined by Emma, a doula whose own experiences of pregnancy and birth led her to support other women with compassion, trust, and deep understanding. We talk about advocacy, emotional safety, and the role of a doula in helping women feel seen, heard, and respected. This conversation centres on trust, in yourself, in your body, and in the support you choose around you. Have a dilemma, toddler whine or question to ask? Email us at motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com [motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com] Follow us on all our social channels @motherhooduncorkedpodcast

Normal Infant Sleep, Nervous Systems & Releasing the Guilt With Amanda From North Start Nurture

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing something wrong because your baby won’t sleep the way the internet says they should, this episode is for you. I’m joined by Amanda from North Star Nurture, a neuroscience-informed practitioner who supports families with infant sleep, nervous system care, and parental regulation. Together, we unpack what normal infant sleep actually looks like, why so many parents feel overwhelmed and guilty, and how understanding the parental brain can bring compassion and relief. This is a myth-busting, nervous-system-soothing conversation for parents who are exhausted and craving reassurance. Have a dilemma, toddler whine or question to ask? Email us at motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com [motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com] Follow us on all our social channels @motherhooduncorkedpodcast

Freezing Time: Why Photographs Matter More Than We Realise With Photographer Julie

Motherhood moves fast, faster than we ever expect. One minute you’re in survival mode, the next you’re wondering how time slipped through your fingers. In this episode, I’m joined by Julie, a photographer who specialises in capturing warm, nostalgic, real-life moments for couples and families. From weddings to newborn days, Julie talks about why photographs aren’t about posing perfectly, they’re about preserving feeling, connection, and the chapters we’re living through. We explore why mums often avoid being in photos, how memories shift over time, and why documenting life as it is - messy, joyful, imperfect - matters more than we think. Have a dilemma, toddler whine or question to ask? Email us at motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com [motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com] Follow us on all our social channels @motherhooduncorkedpodcast

Beyond the Pool: Why Confidence, Safety & Trust Start In The Water With Hannah From Water Babies

Swimming lessons aren’t just about learning to float or kick, they’re about confidence, safety, and building trust from the very beginning. Today I’m joined by Hannah from Water Babies North Yorkshire, a programme backed by research and powered by passion. Together, we explore why early experiences in water go far beyond the pool, shaping children’s confidence, resilience, and life skills. We talk about parental anxiety, water safety, why some babies cry in lessons, and how swimming can be a powerful shared experience, not a performance. This episode is for any parent who’s ever wondered whether baby swimming is “worth it”, and what really matters in those early splashy moments. Have a dilemma, toddler whine or question to ask? Email us at motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com [motherhooduncorkedpodcast@gmail.com] Follow us on all our social channels @motherhooduncorkedpodcast