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Never Been Old B4Turning Your Life Into LiteratureIn this episode, Marie talks with James Chatham, founder and teacher of the Turning Your Life into Literature workshop series. Special guests Stephen and Mayhan will also join Marie to discuss what they gained from their experience working with Jim and the unexpected bonds that emerged.Jim is a retired Presbyterian pastor and author. He has led churches in Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, and Kentucky, with special devotion to race relations and refugee resettlement.Personal story writing was always a major pursuit, and in retirement, he established his storytelling workshops to motivate others...
2023-11-1545 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingTouched Out and the Impact of Motherhood on Autonomy with Amanda MonteiCW: brief mention of sexual assault. Have you ever felt the kind of overwhelmed, overstimulated, or triggered that we might call being “all touched out”? Maybe you’ve even felt guilty about not being available to your kids or spouse, or surprised by the intensity of your feelings. If you ever wondered why your body doesn’t feel like your own, if you are grappling with how to parent in a post-Roe, post #MeToo world, you might be realizing how much bigger this is than just you. Amanda Montei is here to talk about the h...
2023-09-2553 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingMindfulness Together: Easing Transitions for Yourself and Your Child with The Ready ListHave you ever yelled “CALM DOWN”? How effective was it? Today, I’m teaching a simple four-step process: for more ease and less yelling. It works by rebooting your nervous system - and children can learn it too! This week, episode 47 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing mindfulness together: easing transitions for yourself and your child with The Ready List! Want to know more about what to do to take care of yourself when you’re tense, stressed, or overstimulated? Bookmark my free Nervous System Slowdown playlist to build some bite-sized...
2023-06-2622 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingHow to Unstick Your Shoulders from Your Ears (Guided Audio)Do you get knots in that area between your neck and shoulders? Well, who doesn't, right? If you are struggling with this, listen up because this one is for you. This will be a guided audio you can do sitting or standing. One of my favorite places to do it is sitting in the car after I drop my kid off at school.This is a gentle reminder to be gentle with ourselves. It’s a practice we can use to help us unhunch, unscrunch, and take up more space....
2023-06-0509 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingNeurodivergent Parenting with Chronic Pain with Graeson Harris-YoungThe world of parenting is full of stereotypes and toxic narratives, which can be even harder to deal with when you’re a parent managing chronic pain, neurodivergence, or anything that doesn’t fit the mold of “normal”. Learning strategies and methods of coping that work for your needs will help smooth out the journey of parenthood. This week, episode 45 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is about parenting with chronic pain and self-regulation as a parent! Want to know more about what to do to take care of yourself when you’re tense, stressed, or overstimula...
2023-05-151h 00
The Milk Minute- A Lactation PodcastPopping On and Off the Breast: What gives?!One of the most common breastfeeding problems is when baby just won’t stay latched! Popping on and off through feeds is frustrating for both parent and baby. Today Maureen and Heather chat about how they manage this issue in consultation and what some possible causes and solutions are. This problem is complex, but your friends at the Milk Minute are here to help!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO OUR...
2023-02-031h 01
Poised & Powerful ParentingI Can Connect {Day 5 of 5 Self-Care Challenge}Welcome to day 5 of the 5-day challenge. Today’s mantra is I CAN CONNECT. Check my Instagram highlights for keeping track of and sharing your progress.Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be hard to find that time to take care of yourself. Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tension in our necks, back, and shoulders. Clear your mind so you’ll feel reset and re-energized for yourself and your family. Drop into the online Sunday night group: Restore on the...
2022-12-0905 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingI Can Release {Day 4 of 5 Self-Care Challenge}Welcome to day 4 of the 5-day challenge. Today’s mantra is I CAN RELEASE. Check my Instagram highlights for keeping track of and sharing your progress.Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be hard to find the time to take care of yourself. Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tension in our necks, back, and shoulders. Clear your mind so you’ll feel reset and re-energized for yourself and your family. Drop into the online Sunday night group: Restore on the...
2022-12-0805 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingI Can Do Less {Day 3 of 5 Self-Care Challenge}Welcome to day 3 of the 5-day challenge. Today’s mantra is I CAN DO LESS. Check my Instagram highlights for keeping track of and sharing your progress.Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be hard to find that time to take care of yourself. Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tension in our necks, back, and shoulders. Clear your mind so you’ll feel reset and re-energized for yourself and your family. Drop into the online Sunday...
2022-12-0705 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingI Can Breathe {Day 2 of 5 Self-Care Challenge}Welcome to day 2 of the 5-day challenge. Today’s mantra is I CAN BREATHE. Check my Instagram highlights for keeping track of and sharing your progress.Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be hard to find that time to take care of yourself. Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tension in our necks, back, and shoulders. Clear your mind so you’ll feel reset and re-energized for yourself and your family. Drop into the online Sunday night group: Restore on the...
2022-12-0605 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingI Can Pause {Day 1 of 5 Self-Care Challenge}Welcome to day 1 of the 5-day challenge. Today’s mantra is I CAN PAUSE. Check my Instagram highlights for keeping track of and sharing your progress.Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from your weekend or time to prepare your mind and body for the week ahead? Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tension in our necks, back, and shoulders. Clear your mind so you’ll feel reset and re-energized for yourself and your family. Drop into the online Sunday night group: Restore on the Fl...
2022-12-0505 minThe Milk Minute- A Lactation PodcastBetter Breastfeeding Positioning for Mom & Baby: Interview with Body Mechanics Expert Sarah MayhanThis week the Milk Minute welcomes Sarah Mayhan of Poised & Powerful Parenthood. Sarah teaches mind-body awareness, movement, alignment, and empowerment through the Alexander Technique. She is a mother, podcast host, and educator who we are so lucky to have on the show! Want to get rid of those pregnancy and breastfeeding aches and pains? Tune in today to learn more!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU, PATRONS!Susan from Kansas, and...
2022-12-021h 00Poised & Powerful ParentingTravel Tips to Make your Body Feel OK {REPLAY}We are going on a family vacation soon, and due to the pandemic, I am a little out of practice with traveling with a little one. It’s pretty common for travelers to leave our bodies a bit out of sorts, even on vacations or travels that are supposed to be fun. Every bit of energy and tip to making an experience more enjoyable counts. This week, episode 44 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing tips to make traveling as a family more enjoyable and less stressful! Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from you...
2022-11-2122 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingSpooky Skeleton Standing Alignment (Guided Visualization)How often do you think about your bones? Bones are your structure. Using visualization around our bones and skeletons can change our experience of being in our bodies. This week, in episode 43 of the Poised & Powerful Podcast, I’m sharing a guided skeleton standing alignment visualization! With this practice we can use a lot less muscular tension by using this guided practice. Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from your weekend or time to prepare your mind and body for the week ahead? Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tensi...
2022-10-3107 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingHolistic Healing after Pregnancy Loss with Dr. Anietie “Tia” Ukpe-Wallace {REPLAY}Content Warning: pregnancy loss and miscarriage are mentioned throughout this episode. Find mental health support for pregnancy loss at Postpartum Support International.Pregnancy loss isn’t talked about enough, but it’s just as important to hear those stories as it is to hear birth stories. Many women struggle with their pregnancy loss alone and in secret. If we can all have a better understanding of what to expect and how to find support for ourselves or support those around us, we will all be better for it. Episode 42 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the...
2022-10-031h 04
Poised & Powerful ParentingBeing Your Child’s First Teacher with Amanda Blair MacDonaldBeing responsible for your children’s education can feel high pressure - from fostering brain development to choosing schools. Today’s guest will help you zoom out from the details to help you focus on what’s important to you as you incorporate learning in your home. Children’s learning is a whole-self activity, and you might be surprised at the simplicity of the things you can do together that help them grow and develop! This week, episode 41 of Poised & Powerful Podcast reassures you that you have what you need to be your child’s first teacher! Feeding a...
2022-09-191h 13
Poised & Powerful ParentingAlexander Technique and Motherhood on the Woven Podcast with Evelyn CorreaIn parenthood, we realize so much is out of our control - how do we cope when things don’t go as planned? I recently had the honor of being a guest on the Woven podcast talking about my journey using the Alexander Technique as a practice during early parenthood to deal with physical and emotional stresses. This week, episode 40 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is a replay of my conversation with Evelyn Correa on her podcast, Woven! Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be hard to...
2022-09-0535 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingMinisode: Preventing Common Wrist Conditions PostpartumI bet your hands are very busy! So busy it might lead to some common conditions of postpartum or new parenting. This week, I have a bonus episode of the Poised & Powerful Podcast, and I’m sharing common conditions affecting the wrist and how to cope with and prevent them in doing your everyday activities! Some of these conditions include wrist pain, carpal tunnel and “Mommy Thumb”. Remember to tune into yourself: Pause, Exhale, Lighten Up.Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be h...
2022-09-0216 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingA Journey of Extended Breastfeeding with Shanti GeiserSo often, in early parenthood, we talk about putting the baby first. Today’s guest has a fresh approach to her journey in breastfeeding that we can all learn from. This week, episode 39 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the story of two different breastfeeding journeys! Feeding and caring for young children can do a number on your body - and it can be hard to find that time to take care of yourself. Join me for a restorative practice where we’ll release tension in our necks, back, and shoulders. Clear your mind so you’ll feel...
2022-08-2242 min
Poised & Powerful ParentingComparison Traps in New Motherhood Around Breastfeeding and Pumping with Allison Tolman, LPN“How do I know if my baby is getting enough to eat?” is a common worry for new and even seasoned moms. Especially if you’re new to breastfeeding, you might be feeling unsure. Now, there are data-tracking apps and pumps that can help you keep exact measurements and monitor feeding schedules for your infant. But are these helpful or stressful? Are we stuck in a comparison trap unlike any other? This week, episode 38 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the importance of trusting the breastfeeding process! Feeding and caring for young children can do a number...
2022-08-0855 minPoised & Powerful ParentingUnplanned Parenthood with Michelle HartneyListener Warning: This episode discusses topics like sexual assault and abusive relationships as well as suicide and depression.Unplanned Parenthood: Letters to an Army of Millions is an installation about the history of birth control in America that addresses Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger’s racism. It is a mixed media installation centered on the stories of these people who longed for reproductive justice—and reminding us of the urgency of retaining our control over our destinies. This week, episode 37 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing about unplanned parenthood! Do you find yours...
2022-07-2522 minPoised & Powerful ParentingTravel Tips to Make your Body Feel OKWe are going on a family vacation soon and due to the pandemic, I am a little out of practice with travels with a little one. It’s pretty common for travel to leave our bodies a bit out of sorts, even vacations or travels that are supposed to be fun. Every bit of energy and tip with making an experience more enjoyable, counts. This week, episode 36 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing tips to make traveling as a family more enjoyable and less stressful! Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from your wee...
2022-07-1122 minPoised & Powerful ParentingGuided Audio: Pelvic Floor AwarenessToday’s episode is an embodied meditation all about the pelvic floor. This pause is going to help us take time to connect with a part of the body which we may not normally be aware of. I hope you’ll come away with some key facts and greater confidence in your own body. Grab some pillows and let’s pause together! This week, episode 35 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing a short guided meditation around your pelvic floor!Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from your weekend or time to prepare your mind a...
2022-06-2014 minPoised & Powerful ParentingLindsey Vestal Talks Pelvic Floor Care Without ShameDo you know where your pelvic floor is, and why should you care about it? That’s exactly what we dive into in today’s episode with Lindsey Vestal. Lindsey is an occupational therapist with a focus on pelvic health, and today she joins us (from Paris!) to talk about the pelvic floor, and how this structure supports our essential functions. This week, episode 34 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing inside knowledge on pelvic floor care! Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from your weekend or time to prepare your mind and body for t...
2022-06-0636 minPoised & Powerful ParentingWhat to Do When You're Losing it with Your Kids with AT Teacher, Morgan RysdonWe love our kids - but wow, they can press our buttons. How do you keep your cool with your children when dealing with daily frustrations and stresses? I posed this question to Morgan Rysdon, AT teacher and parent. We talk about mindful skills that can help you - but also, you don’t have to be a perfectly calm parent all the time. This week, episode 33 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing what to do when we are losing it with our kids! Do you find yourself needing extra time to recover from your weekend or...
2022-05-2340 minPoised & Powerful ParentingAsking for Help as a New Mom with Hannah Lee, LSWDo you feel like you have to just grit your teeth and power through to get through challenging situations? The reality is, we all need help and kindness. Our society could do a better job of supporting parents - a first step might be recognizing that we are not alone in our struggles. This week, episode 32 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the importance of supporting your mental health, through pregnancy, postpartum, and into parenting. Want to support your mind and body during pregnancy? In my upcoming class, Stress Less in Pregnancy, you (and your partner!) can l...
2022-05-0952 minPoised & Powerful ParentingPandemic Parenting with Chronic Illness with Sarah and JeffreyI’ve been wanting to talk about parenting with chronic illness for some time, since it’s a big part of my everyday life. I’m sitting down with myself and my husband to talk about his experiences with fibromyalgia, and what it’s like raising the most energetic four-year-old boy. This week, episode 31 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing how we handled pandemic parenting with chronic illness! When getting ready for a baby, it’s so easy for YOU to get lost in the shuffle. This is why I want to share with you my parent...
2022-04-2548 minPoised & Powerful ParentingCreating a Birth Plan with Jarriel CampbellYou’ve been told to create a birth plan; now what? A lot of times a birth plan can bring up a lot of your own feelings or other people’s - maybe you’ve heard that you don’t need to waste time writing it because it all goes out the window anyway. It can also be really overwhelming to decide what you need in your own plan. We decided to bring on a doula to ask about birth plans so you know what to expect and how to create your own. Episode 30 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing...
2022-04-0454 minPoised & Powerful ParentingA Colorful Companion For Pregnancy with Eugenia VitiWhen you have a huge, life-changing experience, don’t you just need a friend who’s been there before to hold your hand and tell you’ll be ok? Today’s guest Eugenia Viti channeled the experiences of pregnancy and new motherhood into her new book Be Pregnant: An Illustrated Companion for Moms-To-Be - and it feels just like a friend giving you the inside scoop. Whether you’re currently Googling your symptoms, up all night with an infant, or just remember those experiences vividly - this comical, illustrated book will resonate with you! Episode 29 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing...
2022-03-2154 minPoised & Powerful ParentingHow to Keep House While Drowning with KC Davis, LPC, of Struggle CareCW: There are some swears, so please use headphones if you need to. Have you ever felt overwhelmed about or ashamed of being “behind” or “failing” at life basics like cooking, cleaning, household management, or hygiene? Why doesn’t “just try harder” ever seem to work to get us organized and “together”? What if, instead of trying to fix ourselves, we could treat ourselves with more compassion and find systems that work for us? Episode 28 of Poised & Powerful Parenting Podcast is sharing the importance of establishing a foundation of care, with KC Davis of Struggle Care! Do you find you...
2022-03-071h 11Poised & Powerful ParentingThe Importance of a Strong Postpartum Plan with Postpartum Doula Allegra Marino ShmulevskyAllegra Marino Shmulevsky is helping us reflect on Jewish traditions and rituals across the world, and how leaning into your faith during this time of transition through birth and postpartum can enrich your own birth story and post-birth experience. Episode 27 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the importance of a strong postpartum plan, especially with other children at home! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive h...
2022-02-2152 minPoised & Powerful ParentingTips to Relieve Mom Posture and the Mom HunchI get asked a lot of questions about “mom posture”, also known as the mom hunch. Today, I wanted to address these questions for those looking to carry your body differently. Nothing could have prepared me for the physical intensity of the newborn phase, but this posture can happen for anyone caring for smaller children or those who work at the computer a lot. Episode 26 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing tips to relieve the “mom hunch”! When getting ready for a baby, it’s so easy for YOU to get lost in the shuffle. This is why I wa...
2022-01-2423 minPoised & Powerful ParentingBite Sized Breathing Relaxation for Anxiety & StressHave you ever found yourself holding your breath? It’s easy to get caught up in what’s happening in the now and forget to give your body what it needs. This week, Episode 25 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing some breathing tips to help with anxiety and stress! Holding your breath doesn’t help you deal with whatever unknowns you face. Instead, take a long and slow exhale and just allow the inhale to come in gently through your nose. Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about wo...
2022-01-1006 minPoised & Powerful ParentingTips to Relieve Pregnancy Aches & Pains - and What to Look Out ForI remember as a preteen, there was this book in our house called “What’s Happening To My Body,” and when I was pregnant, I remembered this feeling. Today's episode provides background and useful tips for dealing with these changes. Episode 23 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing changes your body goes through during pregnancy! When getting ready for a baby, it’s so easy for YOU to get lost in the shuffle. This is why I want to share with you my parent-centered pregnancy class. Let’s support your ongoing well-being as a parent: re...
2021-12-2041 minPoised & Powerful ParentingThe Best Advice for Surviving Your First Year With Twins: Update with RhondaThe first birthday for your baby (or babies!) is a milestone and we want you to own it! Rhonda was on our podcast quite a few episodes ago explaining her pandemic pregnancy with twins, and she’s back for an update on life with twin toddlers. Episode 23 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing: how to survive the first year as a twin mom! When getting ready for a baby, it’s so easy for YOU to get lost in the shuffle. This is why I want to share with you my parent-centered pregnancy class...
2021-12-0640 minPoised & Powerful Parenting{REPLAY} Rhonda's roller-coaster pandemic pregnancy with TWINSBecoming a mom can feel like magic - and a marathon without a finish line. Let’s show some gratitude to the incredible things our bodies can do. This episode of Poised & Powerful Parenting is sharing Rhonda's roller-coaster pandemic pregnancy with TWINS! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move lik...
2021-12-061h 03Poised & Powerful ParentingIntentional Parenting for Imperfect People with Lindsay GarrettWith so many different parenting strategies out there, it can be easy to get overwhelmed. This week, we’re cutting the overwhelm so you can focus on what you value. Yes, even you: the Type A, the perfectionists, the overthinkers, and over-planners! This week, episode 22 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the questions you should ask yourself (and your partner) to be emotionally prepared for parenthood - and able to figure out what approaches work for you!This episode is sponsored by my upcoming online class: Stress Less In Pregnancy. Learn skills th...
2021-11-2258 minPoised & Powerful ParentingSimple Practices from the Alexander Technique for Easier Postpartum with Nicola Hanefeld, PhDContent note: we are not meant to just handle it on our own when it comes to the stresses of the postpartum period. Many parents struggle. You are not alone. Please see support resources at Postpartum Support International. Why is the postpartum period under-studied for women and people who give birth? This week’s guest tackled this issue of the neglected postpartum period. We’ll hear about new research findings on postpartum - and talk about ways to make this time a more easeful and empowering experience. This week, episode 21 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing some simpl...
2021-11-081h 07Poised & Powerful ParentingHolistic Healing after Pregnancy Loss with Dr. Anietie “Tia” Ukpe-WallaceContent Warning: pregnancy loss and miscarriage are mentioned throughout this episode. Find mental health support for pregnancy loss at Postpartum Support International.Pregnancy loss isn’t talked about enough, but it’s just as important to hear those stories as it is to hear birth stories. Many women struggle with their pregnancy loss alone and in secret. If we can all have a better understanding of what to expect and how to find support for ourselves or support those around us, we will all be better for it. Episode 20 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the...
2021-10-251h 04Poised & Powerful ParentingREPLAY: Fathers Need Mental Health Support Too! with Fabrice LubinIt’s been a mental health week over here, and so in light of that, I wanted to offer a replay of a very important conversation with a father we had on the podcast a few months ago. I learn something new every time I listen to this episode and I hope you do too! If we can open ourselves up to curiosity and creativity, it can help us navigate the complexities and difficult emotions that come with parenthood. In episode 10 of Poised & Powerful Podcast, clinical psychologist Fabrice Lubin shares his story of fatherhood and self-discovery! Fa...
2021-10-1145 minPoised & Powerful ParentingMinisode: Guided Imagery Audio with Kateri GormleyThis week’s minisode is a guided imagery audio that can be used during a constructive rest practice.Katerina and I both had babies who were, let's say inconsistent nappers. So we dealt with both a lot of regular fatigue, but also decision fatigue when our kiddos actually did nap, especially because we weren't sure how much free time we were going to have and what to do with that free time. In this situation, Katerina and I both discovered that setting an intention to do a constructive rest practice as soon as the baby was down fo...
2021-09-2717 minPoised & Powerful ParentingGiving Yourself Grace Postpartum with Kateri Gormley, m.AmSATKateri Gormley is back at just five months postpartum to share her journey into motherhood and the changes that have happened for her as a new mom. This week, episode 18 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing part two of Kateri’s pregnancy to the postpartum journey! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will lea...
2021-09-2744 minPoised & Powerful ParentingListening to What Your Body Needs in Pregnancy with Kateri Gormley, m.AmSATPregnancy can be a time full of to-do lists, birth classes, and advice from all around. It’s important that you determine who you are going to let into your space for information. There's too much of a temptation to compare yourself to others and not focus on what works for you. Episode 17 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the importance of listening to your body during your pregnancy! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting par...
2021-09-1352 minPoised & Powerful ParentingGrounding Body Meditation for UncertaintyThis is a simple grounding body meditation that you can do while standing. If you are someone who likes to walk or exercise, this would be a great reset to implement beforehand.Remember - stand like a person!Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a...
2021-08-2307 minPoised & Powerful ParentingFrom Art to Advocacy in Maternal Healthcare Issues with Michelle HartneyListener Warning: This episode discusses how Obstetric Violence and Sexual Assault are interconnected through language and physical touch.When a doctor repeatedly told artist Michelle Hartney, “lie on your back” during the birth of her second child– not in Michelle’s birth plan, and not medically indicated – this got her thinking, and took her work in a new direction. What happens when care violates trust and consent? And how can we inspire new conversations in order to make a change? Episode 16 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is linking art to advocacy in maternal healthcare issues!
2021-08-2347 minPoised & Powerful ParentingThe "Incompetent" Cervix and the "Good" Mother with Madeleine MichalikCW: premature birth, pregnancy loss At what point does a medical term go from useful and clarifying, to a detrimental word that can lead to guilt, shame, and “what ifs” in the minds of parents? Today we chat with Madeleine Michalik who expresses how being told her baby was born prematurely due to an “incompetent cervix” changed her life - and how she plans on changing the lives of others through her advocacy. Episode 15 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing about Early Cervical Opening! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn m...
2021-08-0937 minPoised & Powerful ParentingGuided Audio: 360 BreathingThis is a guided audio practice you can put into your day whenever you'd like a little break, or a chance to come back to yourself. Episode 14 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is a guided breathing exercise to supplement the last episode with Pelvic Organ Party. These two episodes are intended to answer some commonly asked questions about the core and breathing. Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and b...
2021-07-2622 minPoised & Powerful ParentingPelvic Floor Myths vs. Facts with Pelvic Organ PartyWhen it comes to our own bodies, and how they work, knowledge is power! There are a lot of myths that have circulated about our pelvic floors, core muscles, and changing bodies. This week, Episode 13 of Poised & Powerful Podcast with Denise Gittins of the Pelvic Organ Party is sharing some of the *core misconceptions* around the pelvic floor and accompanying organs! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parenting will have a framework for considering and bu...
2021-07-121h 00Poised & Powerful ParentingMinisode: Poem about new Motherhood by Kathryn HoltThe transition to becoming a parent can involve many mixed and complicated emotions, and naming those emotions can help us navigate and understand them. Kathryn wrote this poem about becoming a mother - new motherhood is already an isolating and demanding experience for so many of us, and this was compounded by the isolation and losses of the pandemic period. Kathryn shares her poem with us today, and I hope it inspires you to pause, reflect, and find your own words to express yourself. Sending special love to all those who became parents during COVID, those who m...
2021-07-1208 minPoised & Powerful ParentingThe Next Right Decision with Heather Stegmaier, m. AmSATTW: Pregnancy LossFrom conception to birth plans to postpartum - the parenthood journey can throw a lot of curveballs. It’s important to understand what’s important to you, and make choices step by step. In episode 12 of Poised & Powerful Podcast, Heather Stegmaier shares her process of making the next right decision for her at each moment, relying on her sense of agency through infertility and an unexpected cesarean birth. Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for ex...
2021-06-2849 minPoised & Powerful ParentingCuriosity & Creativity in Fatherhood with Fabrice LubinIf we can open ourselves up to curiosity and creativity, it can help us navigate the complexities and difficult emotions that come with parenthood. In episode 10 of Poised & Powerful Podcast, clinical psychologist Fabrice Lubin shares his story of fatherhood and self-discovery! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parentings will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a...
2021-06-1445 minPoised & Powerful ParentingWhat is Alexander Technique????I’m getting vulnerable today and telling some of my story, and why I believe you are the expert of your own body. Minisode #4 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing my journey from “stressed out floating head” to comfortable in my own skin, with some help from the Alexander Technique! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yoursel...
2021-05-3134 minPoised & Powerful ParentingHannah’s Transformative Cesarean Birth Story30% of people giving birth this year in the U.S. will birth via Cesarean section. This week, Episode 10 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is about Hannah Villhauer is sharing her transformative cesarean birth story! CW: Baby experiencing respiratory distress at birth, and being separated from newborn after birth. Everyone ends up healthy. Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parentings will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby...
2021-05-311h 05Poised & Powerful ParentingSlowing Down to Listen to Children with Erin HuangThe responsibilities of parenthood can feel overwhelming. Today my guest and I are discussing a process of connecting with yourself so that you can engage meaningfully with your children and enjoy more moments together - rather than getting bogged down in “shoulds.” Episode 9 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the importance of slowing down to listen to children! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. “You need every bit of energy you can get - I teach skills...
2021-05-1743 minPoised & Powerful ParentingDancing about Motherhood w/ Sarah MauneyWhat if the thing that unifies us as mothers is the fact that not one of us has the exact same experience? This week, episode 08 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing Sarah’s dance thesis project about motherhood and how it is a direct reflection of her own experience! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parentings will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New...
2021-05-0359 minPoised & Powerful ParentingMinisode: Guided Practice: Relax Up for SittingIt is so common for us to find ourselves hunching over while doing everyday tasks. Let us take some time to focus on ourselves and our bodies as I walk you through this guided practice. Minisode 3 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing guided practice: relaxing up for sitting! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New p...
2021-04-1913 minPoised & Powerful ParentingRhonda's roller-coaster pandemic pregnancy with TWINSBecoming a mom can feel like magic - and a marathon without a finish line. Let’s show some gratitude to the incredible things our bodies can do. This week, episode 7 of Poised & Powerful Parenting is sharing Rhonda's roller-coaster pandemic pregnancy with TWINS! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to mov...
2021-04-191h 03Poised & Powerful ParentingPostpartum Recovery and Healing with Abby WaychoffContent Warning: This episode includes content around birth injury and birth trauma. We don’t always know how many aspects of life will affect our postpartum recovery until we experience them. It is vital to have the support you need as you transition through this time. In Episode 06 of Poised & Powerful Podcast, my guest is sharing her story of healing and the importance of moms supporting moms! In this episode of Poised & Powerful Podcast, my guest Abby Waychoff and I discuss the following:Building communities of parents, for mothers to shar...
2021-04-0548 minPoised & Powerful ParentingMinisode: Your Guided Daily ResetHere’s a guided practice to help you press pause in the middle of a busy day. My guest and I have referenced doing a constructive rest or “lie down” as a way to tune in with ourselves. Here’s an easy way to start.You can try this: if your baby is napping but you can’t quite fall asleep, to rest your back when it’s tired, to slow down your breathing when you’re feeling anxious. You will need a firm, yet comfortable surface to lie down on (like a carpeted floor, yoga mat, or su...
2021-03-2211 minPoised & Powerful ParentingTuning into Yourself with Fanny LoraJust because you are pregnant does not mean you stop feeling or being who you are. Can you shake off expectations and stereotypes to navigate your own path through the ups and downs? That's why Episode 05 of the Poised & Powerful Parenting Podcast is sharing the importance of tuning into yourself through pregnancy and the newborn period (and how to build these skills if you’re feeling lost). In this episode of Poised & Powerful Parenting Podcast, Fanny and I discuss the following:Practical tools for body and breathing that she used to deal with the fears and anx...
2021-03-2240 minPoised & Powerful ParentingInfertility Journey to Adoption with Gina Totten, LMTInfertility and Adoption are a journey many families take. Episode 04 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing Gina’s journey of infertility and adoption! Gina Totten, LMT has been a massage therapist, running her own practice for 15 years. She and her husband became parents to their dream baby through adoption in November 2019 after trying for 12 years to start their family in one way or another.In this episode of Poised & Powerful Podcast, my guest and I discuss the following:Navigating the process of infertility The years it took to be approved for adoption and how that...
2021-03-0848 minPoised & Powerful ParentingSelf-Regulation as Parents During a Pandemic with David OromanerParenting has really amped up a notch during the current state of the world. Episode 03 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing how David Oromaner has used self-regulation and the Alexander technique to navigate life as a parent in the middle of a pandemic! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to m...
2021-02-2242 minPoised & Powerful ParentingMinisode: Guided Mindfulness Practice for Constructive Rest during PregnancyUse this guided mindfulness practice during constructive rest during Pregnancy.Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a kid again, so you have more energy for what matters.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post...
2021-02-2213 minPoised & Powerful ParentingDifferences between Carrying, Birthing, and Parenting Each Child with Kristin CarlsonWhat I love about Kristin’s story is that it once again reminds us that every birth is different and there is no way to TRULY plan ahead for it. Episode 02 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the story of how Kristin became a mom and then having another baby! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also you...
2021-02-2231 minPoised & Powerful ParentingPregnancy and Home Birth Story with Sarah and RichardToday you’ll get to hear about how one couple was able to use the Alexander Technique for their pregnancy and home birth. Episode 01 of Poised & Powerful Podcast is sharing the story of Sarah and Richard! Book your FREE 15-minute virtual consult to learn more about working with Sarah! She offers virtual sessions for expecting and new parents. Expecting parents will have a framework for considering and building positive habits for not just the baby - but also yourself. New parents will learn how to move like a kid again, so you hav...
2021-02-2245 minPoised & Powerful ParentingIntroducing Poised & Powerful ParentingPoised & Powerful Parenting, hosted by Sarah Mayhan, supports new parents in the physical and mental transformation of new parenthood. A teacher of alignment, movement, and the mind-body connection, she believes everyone deserves the empowerment that comes from understanding themselves and how their body works. Tune in every other week to hear episodes that will help you be mindful in the present & open to the future. Learn more about Sarah and Poised Powerful Parenting at https://poisedpowerfulparenthood.com/interviews
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Business Leaders PodcastButler Snow: Your Guide To Legal Matters with Dave Mayhan, Sarah O’ Brien, and Guest Co-Host Meranda Vieyra Butler Snow is one of the best law firms that is committed to help and provide value and client satisfaction with over twenty offices nationwide. Dave Mayhan and Sarah O’ Brien are attorneys in Butler Snow specializing in litigation, particularly in defense of real estate and construction professionals. They share the typical challenges their clients face and how they are engaging with them, as well as walk us through their expertise in real estate and construction legalities.—Butler Snow: Your Guide To Legal Matters with Dave Mayhan, Sarah O’ Br...
2019-06-0648 minBusiness Leaders PodcastButler Snow: Your Guide To Legal Matters with Dave Mayhan, Sarah O’ Brien, and Guest Co-Host Meranda Vieyra Butler Snow is one of the best law firms that is committed to help and provide value and client satisfaction with over twenty offices nationwide. Dave Mayhan and Sarah O’ Brien are attorneys in Butler Snow specializing in litigation, particularly in defense of real estate and construction professionals. They share the typical challenges their clients face and how they are engaging with them, as well as walk us through their expertise in real estate and construction legalities.—Butler Snow: Your Guide To Legal Matters with Dave Mayhan, Sarah O’ Br...
2019-06-0648 min