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#45 An October catch up (inc. a welcome for baby Ruby!) | Equestrian Mums Club
What did October look like for us? Curious to find out?
In this episode of the Equestrian Mums Club podcast, we catch listeners up on our lives, discussing our children, horses, and recent experiences. Sophie introduces us all to baby Ruby, gives a summary of her birth experience for the second time round and tells us how she's adjusting to equestrian parenting life with two children under 2! Plus, Katie tells us more about how her ever-growing herd of horses is faring, as well as an update on son, Rafe.
TLDR? Get to know us a little bit more, as well as some updates on how the Equestrian Mums Club is changing over the next few months.
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#44 Bringing the winning mindset - for medals & motherhood | Chat with Natasha Baker
Ever wondered how Paralympians approach parenthood? How about navigating the world of newborns and toddlers?!
In this episode, we were graced with the presence of Paralympic powerhouse, Natasha Baker (OBE - in case you were wondering!). We had the pleasure of sitting down with her over a good brew, where she gave us all the goss - including...
➡️ How she juggles her athletic ambitions and being mum to Joshua
➡️ Insight into the support team behind her medals
➡️ The Team GB dynamics at the Paris Paralympics 2024 (inc. who they really are behind the scenes!)
➡️ The importance of horse and rider partnerships in para sport - and what we can all learn from that
➡️ Mindset as the ultimate secret to her success
➡️ Her new perspective (and goals) for life after Paris
➡️ The importance of representing disabled individuals in our media - in sport and beyond
Plus so, so much more!
This was such a fun chat for us - meeting one of the UK's most beloved Paralympians, and one of our absolute idols. She is exactly the person you think she is, in real life (& it's fair to say... we fangirled *ahem* quite a bit)!
We hope this episode gives you lots of food for thought, and that it encourages plenty of conversation in your households around mindset, representation the partnership you seek with your own horses.
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#43 Lessons learned: Juggling family life & freelance coaching | Chat with Emily Breeze
Have you ever considered relocating to the opposite side of the world?! In this episode, Katie is talking to one lady that has done just that…
Emily Breeze went travelling from the UK to Australia in search of “something better” than the day-to-day grind. From an unsuspected travelling trip… she’s met her life partner, had a beautiful baby boy and found a fulfilling career in the process.
This conversation touches on...
➡️ Emily’s journey and motivation to move from the UK to Australia
➡️ Her coaching experiences working in the Australian equestrian industry so far - including running an equine centre in Canberra, gaining her Aussie coaching qualifications, and taking it freelance
➡️ Emily’s family life and dynamic with 22-month-old, Henry and husband, AJ
➡️ The motivation to move to freelance coaching, alongside the building her social media presence to form her freelance client base
➡️ Navigating maternity leave as a self-employed individual
➡️ The challenges in personal growth once you start a family
This was SUCH a great episode - with so many gems in for those of us working solo. Thank you to Emily for her candid and frank discussions - we’re so grateful.
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#42 The power in understanding horse & human behaviour | Chat with Louise Einchcomb
Have you ever considered the differences in how you and your horse process the world? How do you think this works in terms of a harmonious partnership?
In this episode, we're going to find out... as we're talking to supermum, Louise Einchcomb - a lady of many, many talents. Centre Manager for her local Riding for the Disabled Association centre, BHS coach and NLP practitioner.
As well as all her previous achievements and accolades, she owns Rider Mentality - an equestrian coaching business, specialising in both horse behaviour and rider mindset. Through her deep knowledge in Equine Science and hands-on practical experience with horses - as well as her human coaching qualifications - she's hoping to bridge the gap for us, so we can treat our horses in the way they need to cared for... in order for us all to reach a harmonious relationship.
This conversation touches on...
➡️ Louise's family life - including her son, Finley and her horse, Oz
➡️ Her work at the RDA centre and the crucial role horses play in therapy for those with disabilities
➡️ The Paris Paralympics 2024 and the importance of inclusivity in sport
➡️ The increasing difficulty in finding suitable horses for RDA centres
➡️ The power in understanding both horse & human behaviours for positive performance
➡️ The story behind starting her business, Rider Mentality and the online courses she offers to equestrians
This was such a fascinating conversation for us - we're so grateful to Louise for sharing her world and experience with us. We hope you enjoy!
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#41 A September catch up | Equestrian Mums Club
What did September look like for us? Curious to find out?
In this episode of the Equestrian Mums Club podcast, we catch listeners up on our lives, discussing our children, horses, and recent experiences. Katie updates listeners on some new arrivals(!), her lack of riding lately and some baby-related capers of recent days... AND, Sophie tells us all about how her second pregnancy is feeling - with less than 3 weeks to go until her due date (eek)!
The conversation also touches upon; birth plans and important decisions, the unequivocal pressure we put upon ourselves as mothers to "bounce back" and the fun of keeping toddlers entertained with daily life! Plus, we discuss plans for hosting the podcast as Sophie looks to welcome another family member.
TLDR? Get to know us a little bit more, as well as some updates on how the Equestrian Mums Club is changing over the next few months.
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Hello! Welcome to the Equestrian Mums Club. We're THE community hub for parents with horses and children. We're your hosts, Katie Allen-Clarke and Sophie Conway - UK-based equestrians who happen to be parents. From pregnancy to the first 2 years of your little bundle’s life (and beyond!), we’re creating content you can laugh at, cry at and resonate with.
Parenthood is a major change in anyone’s life - but with four-legged dependents, too, the pressure and guilt can be even greater. But, you are not alone...
Join us as we navigate the world of ponies and parenting, together.