In this powerful and insightful episode, Matt sits down with renowned parenting expert Lael Stone, an educator, author, TEDx speaker, and the founder of Woodline Primary School — a pioneering institution built on the principles of emotional wellbeing, conscious education, and trauma-informed care.
Together, Matt and Lael explore the profound ways in which our own early experiences — especially birth and childhood trauma — shape the way we parent. Lael shares wisdom from her background in birth work and parenting education, and offers practical, heartfelt guidance on how parents can begin to heal their own wounds in order to show up as emotionally attuned, regulated caregivers.
This episode is essential listening for anyone on the parenting journey, as well as therapists, educators, or anyone working with children and families.
Topics Covered:
Lael’s personal journey from birth work to parenting education
How birth trauma impacts a mother’s experience and connection with her child
Why emotional safety and attunement are vital in early childhood
Understanding intergenerational trauma and how it’s passed on
The healing power of rupture and repair in relationships
Emotional regulation and presence as a foundation for conscious parenting
How trauma-informed education can transform the lives of children and families
✨ Key Takeaways:
Birth experiences leave lasting imprints — healing begins with awareness
Unresolved trauma can be unconsciously passed down to our children
Children thrive when parents can hold space for big feelings with compassion
Parenting isn't about perfection — it’s about presence, repair, and connection
Emotionally-aware parenting and education have the power to change generational patterns
🌐 Connect with Lael Stone:
🔗 www.laelstone.com.au
🔗 Woodline Primary School
