Decision Fatigue in Motherhood: Kelsey's Story On Loss of Control & The Mental Load | 012

Mountain Meditation

Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault continues this series of short bonus episodes from Reclaim the Pink Within, created to offer grounding tools and restorative moments of pause for mothers navigating the demands and emotional shifts of everyday life. In this meditation, she guides listeners through a calming mountain meditation designed to cultivate resilience, stability, and inner stillness through breathwork and visualization. Using the imagery of a mountain standing strong through changing weather, this practice encourages mindfulness, emotional grounding, and a deeper connection to the steady presence within yourself. About The Host: Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a family physician with a clinical focus on aesthetic medicine, women’s health, and psycho-education. Her work is grounded in a holistic, whole-person approach that integrates medical science with a deep appreciation of the mind–body connection. Alongside her clinical practice, she is deeply committed to medical education and mentors the next generation of family physicians through her work with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is the founder of Reclaim The Pink Within, a community created to support women through life’s most profound transitions. This project was born from personal experience. After becoming a mother, Dr. Oliver-Dussault became aware of a quiet but profound shift in her sense of self, one she had long observed in her patients, yet only fully understood once she lived it herself. What had once been a clinical observation became a deeply personal insight, shaping the lens through which she now supports and guides other women. You can connect with her on Instagram at @drchristellemd [https://www.instagram.com/drchristellemd/] and @reclaimthepinkwithin [https://www.instagram.com/reclaimthepinkwithin/] Website: www.getyourpinkbackproject.com [https://www.getyourpinkbackproject.com/] Email: info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com [info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com] Medical Disclaimer The Reclaim The Pink Within podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared in this podcast reflects the personal views and professional experiences of the host and guests and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a licensed physician, this podcast does not constitute a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have heard on this podcast. Thank You for Listening Thank you for spending your time with us and for being part of the Reclaim The Pink Within community. This space exists because of women who are willing to listen, reflect, and engage in conversations that are often kept private. Whether you are in the midst of transition, questioning who you are becoming, or simply seeking connection, your presence here matters. Your willingness to show up—for yourself and for others—is what makes this project possible. Subscribe to the Podcast If these conversations resonate with you, be sure to subscribe to the Reclaim The Pink Within podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Subscribing ensures you never miss an episode and helps support the continued creation of thoughtful, meaningful content for women navigating identity, change, and reconnection. New episodes are released regularly, each offering insight, reflection, and shared experience. Leave Us a Review If you found value in today’s episode, we would be grateful if you took a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps this podcast reach more women who may be quietly navigating similar experiences and wondering if they are alone. Reviews not only support the growth of the podcast, but they also help normalize these conversations and bring them out of the shadows—where they belong.

Decision Fatigue in Motherhood: Kelsey's Story On Loss of Control & The Mental Load | 012

There’s a quiet weight that comes with the constant decisions, expectations, and identity shifts that unfold in early motherhood. In my conversation with Kelsey, we explore what it looks like to navigate that season while trying to stay connected to yourself. From becoming a mother during COVID to returning to work just a few months postpartum, Kelsey shares how quickly life changed and how those changes brought both growth and internal tension. We talk about the mental load of decision fatigue, the pressure to meet external expectations, and the guilt that can creep in no matter what choices you make. Kelsey opens up about how faith, community, and simple practices like journaling helped her stay grounded and reconnect with small moments of joy. Her story is a reminder that self-discovery doesn’t happen all at once it unfolds slowly, in the middle of the chaos, as we learn to release control and trust ourselves a little more. Key Takeaways * Decision fatigue can quietly impact mental health and requires intentional awareness * Personal reflection practices can help shift focus from overwhelm to appreciation * Support systems look different for everyone, and finding what works for you matters most * Letting go of control can create more space for presence and emotional balance About The Guest: Kelsey Magnuson is a mom of 2 (ages 3 and 5) and lives outside Boston, Massachusetts. She has her Masters in Public Health and works full time as the Community Benefits Manager for a local non-profit health system. In addition to working, she leads a local mom group at her church once a month where moms come together to share in their experiences and deepen their faith. She is also in the process of launching a new podcast called Find Your Feathers which you can find on Instagram @findyourfeatherspodcast [https://www.instagram.com/findyourfeatherspodcast/]. She enjoys spending time with family, focusing on her health through fitness and nutrition and being active outside. About The Host: Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a family physician with a clinical focus on aesthetic medicine, women’s health, and psycho-education. Her work is grounded in a holistic, whole-person approach that integrates medical science with a deep appreciation of the mind–body connection. Alongside her clinical practice, she is deeply committed to medical education and mentors the next generation of family physicians through her work with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is the founder of Reclaim The Pink Within, a community created to support women through life’s most profound transitions. This project was born from personal experience. After becoming a mother, Dr. Oliver-Dussault became aware of a quiet but profound shift in her sense of self, one she had long observed in her patients, yet only fully understood once she lived it herself. What had once been a clinical observation became a deeply personal insight, shaping the lens through which she now supports and guides other women. You can connect with her on Instagram at @drchristellemd [https://www.instagram.com/drchristellemd/] and @reclaimthepinkwithin [https://www.instagram.com/reclaimthepinkwithin/] Website: www.getyourpinkbackproject.com [https://www.getyourpinkbackproject.com/] Email: info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com [info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com] Medical Disclaimer The Reclaim The Pink Within podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared in this podcast reflects the personal views and professional experiences of the host and guests and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a licensed physician, this podcast does not constitute a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have heard on this podcast. Thank You for Listening Thank you for spending your time with us and for being part of the Reclaim The Pink Within community. This space exists because of women who are willing to listen, reflect, and engage in conversations that are often kept private. Whether you are in the midst of transition, questioning who you are becoming, or simply seeking connection, your presence here matters. Your willingness to show up—for yourself and for others—is what makes this project possible. Subscribe to the Podcast If these conversations resonate with you, be sure to subscribe to the Reclaim The Pink Within podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Subscribing ensures you never miss an episode and helps support the continued creation of thoughtful, meaningful content for women navigating identity, change, and reconnection. New episodes are released regularly, each offering insight, reflection, and shared experience. Leave Us a Review If you found value in today’s episode, we would be grateful if you took a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps this podcast reach more women who may be quietly navigating similar experiences and wondering if they are alone. Reviews not only support the growth of the podcast, but they also help normalize these conversations and bring them out of the shadows—where they belong.

Marketing To Motherhood: How Amelie Hemberger Is Building A Supportive Community For Mothers | 011

Becoming a mother has a way of reshaping not just your day-to-day life, but your sense of direction and possibility. In my conversation with Amelie Hemberger, we talk about what it really looks like to hold onto ambition while stepping into this new chapter. She shares how her identity evolved after having children, and how she learned to honor both her role as a mother and her desire to keep building something of her own. Amelie opens up about the internal and external pressures to “choose” between family and career, and how she decided to carve out a path that feels aligned instead. Through creating Lumira, a platform designed to bring mothers together in honest and meaningful ways, she’s building the kind of community she once needed. This conversation is about trusting yourself, embracing reinvention, and giving yourself permission to grow in more than one direction at once. Key Takeaways * You don’t have to follow a traditional path to create a fulfilling balance between work and family * Building something meaningful often comes from recognizing what’s missing in your own experience * Growth in motherhood can expand your vision rather than limit it * Alignment matters more than external validation when making life and career decisions About the Guest: Amelie Hemberger is a mother of two, event expert, and the founder of Luamira, a live virtual platform that helps women, especially mothers, reconnect with themselves through meaningful evening experiences. Alongside building Luamira, she continues to work in marketing and communication, bringing her experience from both corporate and entrepreneurial worlds into everything she creates. After more than 15 years of designing events around the world, from Buenos Aires to Kyoto, and now living between Germany and France, her life shifted into a very different rhythm. Evenings became quieter, often spent at home after long days with her children. While she deeply values motherhood, she also felt something many women experience but rarely put into words. The longing for inspiration, for real conversations, and for a sense of self beyond everyday roles. Luamira was born from that moment. A simple question. What if evenings at home could become something more again. Today, Amelie creates live, intimate spaces where women can pause, reflect, exchange, and rediscover parts of themselves that often get lost in the busyness of daily life. No pressure, no performance, just real moments of connection from their own living rooms. Her work is rooted in the belief that mothers don’t need more to consume, but spaces where they can feel present, inspired, and seen. With her global experience and her own journey into motherhood, she is quietly reshaping what evenings can look and feel like. www.luamira.com [http://www.luamira.com/] About The Host: Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a family physician with a clinical focus on aesthetic medicine, women’s health, and psycho-education. Her work is grounded in a holistic, whole-person approach that integrates medical science with a deep appreciation of the mind–body connection. Alongside her clinical practice, she is deeply committed to medical education and mentors the next generation of family physicians through her work with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is the founder of Reclaim The Pink Within, a community created to support women through life’s most profound transitions. This project was born from personal experience. After becoming a mother, Dr. Oliver-Dussault became aware of a quiet but profound shift in her sense of self, one she had long observed in her patients, yet only fully understood once she lived it herself. What had once been a clinical observation became a deeply personal insight, shaping the lens through which she now supports and guides other women. You can connect with her on Instagram at @drchristellemd [https://www.instagram.com/drchristellemd/] and @reclaimthepinkwithin [https://www.instagram.com/reclaimthepinkwithin/] Website: www.getyourpinkbackproject.com [https://www.getyourpinkbackproject.com/] Email: info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com [info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com] Medical Disclaimer The Reclaim The Pink Within podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared in this podcast reflects the personal views and professional experiences of the host and guests and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a licensed physician, this podcast does not constitute a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have heard on this podcast. Thank You for Listening Thank you for spending your time with us and for being part of the Reclaim The Pink Within community. This space exists because of women who are willing to listen, reflect, and engage in conversations that are often kept private. Whether you are in the midst of transition, questioning who you are becoming, or simply seeking connection, your presence here matters. Your willingness to show up—for yourself and for others—is what makes this project possible. Subscribe to the Podcast If these conversations resonate with you, be sure to subscribe to the Reclaim The Pink Within podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Subscribing ensures you never miss an episode and helps support the continued creation of thoughtful, meaningful content for women navigating identity, change, and reconnection. New episodes are released regularly, each offering insight, reflection, and shared experience. Leave Us a Review If you found value in today’s episode, we would be grateful if you took a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps this podcast reach more women who may be quietly navigating similar experiences and wondering if they are alone. Reviews not only support the growth of the podcast, but they also help normalize these conversations and bring them out of the shadows—where they belong.

5-4-3-2-1

Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault continues this series of short bonus episodes from Reclaim the Pink Within, designed to offer grounding tools and gentle moments of pause for mothers navigating the demands of everyday life. In this episode, she introduces the “5-4-3-2-1” grounding technique, a simple yet powerful sensory practice to help regulate emotions, restore focus, and bring you back to the present moment—whether used on your own or shared as a calming exercise with your children. About The Host: Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a family physician with a clinical focus on aesthetic medicine, women’s health, and psycho-education. Her work is grounded in a holistic, whole-person approach that integrates medical science with a deep appreciation of the mind–body connection. Alongside her clinical practice, she is deeply committed to medical education and mentors the next generation of family physicians through her work with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is the founder of Reclaim The Pink Within, a community created to support women through life’s most profound transitions. This project was born from personal experience. After becoming a mother, Dr. Oliver-Dussault became aware of a quiet but profound shift in her sense of self, one she had long observed in her patients, yet only fully understood once she lived it herself. What had once been a clinical observation became a deeply personal insight, shaping the lens through which she now supports and guides other women. You can connect with her on Instagram at @drchristellemd [https://www.instagram.com/drchristellemd/] and @reclaimthepinkwithin [https://www.instagram.com/reclaimthepinkwithin/] Website: www.getyourpinkbackproject.com [https://www.getyourpinkbackproject.com/] Email: info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com [info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com] Medical Disclaimer The Reclaim The Pink Within podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared in this podcast reflects the personal views and professional experiences of the host and guests and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a licensed physician, this podcast does not constitute a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have heard on this podcast. Thank You for Listening Thank you for spending your time with us and for being part of the Reclaim The Pink Within community. This space exists because of women who are willing to listen, reflect, and engage in conversations that are often kept private. Whether you are in the midst of transition, questioning who you are becoming, or simply seeking connection, your presence here matters. Your willingness to show up—for yourself and for others—is what makes this project possible. Subscribe to the Podcast If these conversations resonate with you, be sure to subscribe to the Reclaim The Pink Within podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Subscribing ensures you never miss an episode and helps support the continued creation of thoughtful, meaningful content for women navigating identity, change, and reconnection. New episodes are released regularly, each offering insight, reflection, and shared experience. Leave Us a Review If you found value in today’s episode, we would be grateful if you took a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps this podcast reach more women who may be quietly navigating similar experiences and wondering if they are alone. Reviews not only support the growth of the podcast, but they also help normalize these conversations and bring them out of the shadows—where they belong.

The Power of Compassion in Motherhood: Hana Hein's Journey | 010

Motherhood has a way of reshaping not only our routines, but our entire sense of self. In my conversation with Hana, we explore the quiet and often complicated transition that happens when the life we once knew no longer fits the woman we are becoming. Hana opens up about the identity shifts that followed motherhood, the grief of letting go of parts of her former life, and the emotional weight that many mothers carry but rarely speak about openly. As we talk, Hana shares how hitting a personal low point eventually led her toward healing through yoga, somatic practices, and learning to approach herself with more compassion. Rather than striving for perfection, she began creating space—space to feel, to process, and to rebuild her relationship with herself. Our conversation is a reminder that motherhood is not just about raising children; it is also about learning to hold ourselves with gentleness as we grow and change. Key Takeaways * Healing often begins when we allow ourselves to slow down rather than push harder. * Grief can be a natural part of identity transitions, even during joyful life stages. * Somatic practices can help reconnect the body and mind after periods of stress or emotional overwhelm. * Creating intentional space for rest and reflection can strengthen resilience in motherhood. About the Guest: Hana Hein is a somatic business coach and strategist helping soul-led women build profitable, aligned businesses from the inside out. With over 20 years of experience bringing her clients back into their body (beginning as a registered massage therapist and yoga teacher working with professional athletes and Olympians) Hana has developed a uniquely integrated approach that refuses to separate nervous system work from real business strategy. Because one without the other simply doesn't hold. She is the founder of The Embodied Entrepreneur, a group coaching program for women who are ready to stop stalling at their own ceiling and start building businesses that are as sustainable as they are fulfilling. She also hosts Nourish Your Soul retreats and creates accessible nervous system education and embodied experiences through her programs and workshops. Hana is an E-RYT 500 and somatic practitioner, and serves as faculty in yoga teacher training — teaching the business module, naturally. She lives in British Columbia with her husband and young two sons. Her work lives at the intersection of self-leadership, nervous system capacity, and strategic clarity, because ambitious women don't need more hustle. They need a business that can hold them. Links: The Embodied Entrepreneur Program [https://hanahein.com/the-embodied-entrepreneur] FREE Private Podcast: Somatic Success [https://hanahein.com/somatic-success] IG: @iamhanahein [https://www.instagram.com/iamhanahein/] About The Host: Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a family physician with a clinical focus on aesthetic medicine, women’s health, and psycho-education. Her work is grounded in a holistic, whole-person approach that integrates medical science with a deep appreciation of the mind–body connection. Alongside her clinical practice, she is deeply committed to medical education and mentors the next generation of family physicians through her work with the Department of Family Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is the founder of Reclaim The Pink Within, a community created to support women through life’s most profound transitions. This project was born from personal experience. After becoming a mother, Dr. Oliver-Dussault became aware of a quiet but profound shift in her sense of self, one she had long observed in her patients, yet only fully understood once she lived it herself. What had once been a clinical observation became a deeply personal insight, shaping the lens through which she now supports and guides other women. You can connect with her on Instagram at @drchristellemd [https://www.instagram.com/drchristellemd/] and @reclaimthepinkwithin [https://www.instagram.com/reclaimthepinkwithin/] Website: www.getyourpinkbackproject.com [https://www.getyourpinkbackproject.com/] Email: info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com [info@reclaimthepinkwithin.com] Medical Disclaimer The Reclaim The Pink Within podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only. The content shared in this podcast reflects the personal views and professional experiences of the host and guests and is not intended to replace medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Dr. Christelle Oliver-Dussault is a licensed physician, this podcast does not constitute a doctor–patient relationship. Always seek the advice of your own qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical or mental health concerns, diagnoses, or treatment decisions. Never disregard or delay seeking professional medical advice because of something you have heard on this podcast. Thank You for Listening Thank you for spending your time with us and for being part of the Reclaim The Pink Within community. This space exists because of women who are willing to listen, reflect, and engage in conversations that are often kept private. Whether you are in the midst of transition, questioning who you are becoming, or simply seeking connection, your presence here matters. Your willingness to show up—for yourself and for others—is what makes this project possible. Subscribe to the Podcast If these conversations resonate with you, be sure to subscribe to the Reclaim The Pink Within podcast wherever you listen to your podcasts. Subscribing ensures you never miss an episode and helps support the continued creation of thoughtful, meaningful content for women navigating identity, change, and reconnection. New episodes are released regularly, each offering insight, reflection, and shared experience. Leave Us a Review If you found value in today’s episode, we would be grateful if you took a moment to leave a review. Your feedback helps this podcast reach more women who may be quietly navigating similar experiences and wondering if they are alone. Reviews not only support the growth of the podcast, but they also help normalize these conversations and bring them out of the shadows—where they belong.