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Pregnancy, birth and postpartum can be some of the most transformative and vulnerable seasons of a mother’s life. But no mother was ever meant to do it all alone.

In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with Deyana Salib, Midwife, Owner & Director of Pregnancy Practice Perth, for a heartfelt conversation about why mothers need a village before, during and after birth.

Deyana shares her journey as a midwife and the inspiration behind Pregnancy Practice Perth , a community-focused model designed to support women from early pregnancy through birth and into postpartum.

Together, Donna and Deyana talk about:
• Why pregnancy support needs to begin from the moment you find out you’re pregnant
• The importance of continuous midwife-led care throughout pregnancy and birth
• Why postpartum support is just as important as pregnancy and birth preparation
• The mental load, anxiety and loneliness many new mothers experience
• Why mothers need practical help, emotional support and sometimes simply someone to give them a hug
• The importance of building a genuine “village” around mothers
• Birth support, breastfeeding, newborn sleep and the professionals who can help
• Supporting mothers who have experienced miscarriage, infertility or difficult births
• The impact of isolation and the growing need for connection in modern motherhood
• Deyana’s charity I’m With You, supporting vulnerable pregnant and postpartum women
• The role of spirituality, faith, hope and surrendering fear during motherhood

One of the biggest messages from this conversation is simple: you are not failing, you are not meant to do this alone.

Whether you are pregnant, preparing for birth, navigating those early newborn weeks, or supporting a new mum in your life, this episode is a reminder that mothers deserve to be cared for too.

If this episode resonates with you, subscribe to The Parenting Collective Podcast, share it with a mum who needs to hear it, and let us know in the comments: Who is in your village?

Follow Deyana Salib:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deyana-salib-b0a4ab24a/
Website: https://pregnancypracticeperth.com.au/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560860396055
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pregnancypracticeperth/

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Why do so many children lose their authentic selves and what can parents do to protect them?
In this powerful episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, Donna Moala sits down with Alexander Kopelman, social entrepreneur, advocate, whole-being coach, and author of For Real: Helping Children Remain Their Authentic Selves in a Limiting World, to explore how modern parenting can either nurture or unintentionally suppress a child's true identity.
As the founding President and CEO of the Children's Arts Guild, Alexander helped build a nonprofit dedicated to helping children discover, express, and develop their authentic selves through creativity, connection, and personal growth.
Together, Donna and Alexander unpack why children often disconnect from who they truly are, how shame and generational patterns quietly shape our parenting, and why raising emotionally secure children starts with our own self-awareness. They also discuss practical ways parents can respond instead of react, support children through difficult emotions, and create an environment where kids feel safe to be fully themselves.
In this episode, you will learn:
* Why children lose their authentic self
* How generational patterns influence parenting
* The hidden impact of shame on child development
* Why your child's behaviour may be reflecting your own triggers
* How to build emotional safety and stronger parent-child connection
* Practical ways to raise confident, emotionally resilient children
Whether you're parenting a toddler, teenager, or somewhere in between, this conversation offers practical insights to help you foster connection, emotional wellbeing, and authenticity in your family.
Follow Alexander Kopelman:
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-kopelman-701547
Website: http://authenticityworks.org
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/childrensartsguild
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/childrensartsguild
Buy the book: https://forrealbook.org/

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In this powerful episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, host Donna Moala sits down with @Annabel Karmel MBE, the world's best-selling children's cookbook author, entrepreneur, and one of the most influential voices in child nutrition.
Annabel shares the deeply personal story that changed her life forever. After the heartbreaking loss of her baby daughter, Natasha, she transformed unimaginable grief into a mission that has helped millions of families around the world feed their children with confidence. Today, her books have sold more than 5 million copies, and her advice has shaped the way parents approach baby nutrition, toddler meals, fussy eating, and healthy family food.
In this inspiring conversation, Donna and Annabel discuss:
Annabel's journey from devastating loss to global impact
The story behind her best-selling children's cookbooks
Practical tips for raising healthy eaters
How to manage fussy eaters without mealtime battles
Baby nutrition and introducing nutritious foods with confidence
Healthy toddler meals for busy families
Why food habits developed in early childhood matter
Building a successful business while raising a family
Finding purpose through life's greatest challenges
Whether you're navigating starting solids, struggling with a picky eater, looking for healthy toddler meal ideas, or simply wanting to raise confident, healthy kids, this episode is packed with practical parenting wisdom and heartfelt inspiration.
Follow Annabel Karmel MBE:
Website: https://www.annabelkarmel.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/annabelkarmeluk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annabelkarmel/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@annabelkarmel

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What if raising emotionally resilient children begins with transforming ourselves first?
In this episode of Parenting Collective Podcast, Conscious Parenting Coach Donna Moala explores the power of mindfulness, emotional awareness, and conscious parenting with special guests Mayra Clay, author of The Boy and the Pink Light, and Marc Krusin.
Mayra and Marc are meditation teachers with The Bright Path Ishayas and independent publishers through BookPath, where they share books and tools designed to support emotional wellbeing, self-awareness, and conscious living.
Together, Donna, Mayra, and Marc discuss how conscious parenting can help parents:
✨ Understand their child’s emotions instead of simply reacting to behaviour
✨ Build stronger emotional connections with their children
✨ Regulate their own nervous system during challenging parenting moments
✨ Break generational patterns and create healthier family relationships
✨ Support children in developing mindfulness, self-awareness, and emotional resilience
Parenting is not about being perfect. It’s about becoming more present, aware, and connected,  learning how our own emotions, beliefs, and reactions influence the way we show up for our children.
Through meditation, mindfulness, and conscious awareness, parents can create a calmer home environment and help children feel safe, understood, and emotionally supported.
If you’re a parent wanting to raise confident, emotionally healthy children while growing alongside them, this conversation is for you.

Follow Mayra Clay:
Website: http://mayraclay.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mayrasclayb/
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Follow Marc Krusin
Website:  https://www.marckrusin.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marckrusin

Follow The Bright Path
Website: http://thebrightpath.com
Exercises on The Pink Light Technique: https://www.thebrightpath.com/en/exercises/#pink-light

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Are you a working parent struggling to balance career, family life, and your own wellbeing?
You are not alone.
In this episode of the Parenting Collective Podcast, Donna Moala sits down with workplace and family wellbeing expert Dr Rosina McAlpine to explore the hidden crisis facing working parents today: burnout, stress, mental load, and the impossible pressure to "do it all."
With more families than ever relying on two working parents, many mums and dads are finding themselves overwhelmed by work demands, school commitments, childcare responsibilities, sporting schedules, technology challenges, and the emotional labour of modern parenting.
In this episode, you will learn:
✔ Why modern parenting feels harder than ever
✔ The real causes of parental burnout and stress
✔ Why work-life balance feels impossible for many families
✔ How workplace culture impacts family wellbeing
✔ Practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve family life
✔ What employers can do to better support working parents
✔ How parents can create healthier boundaries between work and home
✔ Why supporting parents benefits workplaces, businesses, and society as a whole
Dr Rosina McAlpine is an internationally recognised researcher, speaker, and founder of Win Win Parenting, helping organisations create family-friendly workplaces that support both employees and business success.
Whether you are a working mum, working dad, business owner, HR leader, manager, or parent navigating the challenges of modern family life, this conversation will give you practical insights, validation, and hope.
👇 We would love to hear from you in the comments:
What is your biggest challenge as a working parent right now?

Follow Dr. Rosina McAlpine
Website:  https://www.drrosina.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drrosina/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drrosina
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drrosinamcalpine/
Follow Win Win Parenting:
Website: https://www.winwinparenting.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/winwinparenting/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/winwinparenting/

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