Hey beautiful Newborn mummas 👋💛Do you feel like your newborn will never sleep unless they are on you? 😅 You are not alone. In this heartfelt chat, I sit down with beautiful new mum Dani (@danielle_jenkinson17), who went from contact naps, reflux, and sleepless nights, to calm, connected, and blissful sleep, all with nurturing, supportive & gentle support. 🌙We unpack what is really going on in those early weeks, how to trust your mumma instincts, and why Google is NOT always your best friend at 3am 😉✨ Watch this episode to learn:How to help your baby sleep better with refluxWhat gentle newborn sleep looks like (no harsh methods!)How to build secure, connected sleep foundationsTips to help YOU rest and feel confident again⏱️ Timestamps0:00 – Welcome & Dani’s story 1:32 – The sleepless nights: reflux, crying, and contact naps 4:15 – Why Googling at 3am makes it harder (and what to do instead) 6:40 – The moment things started to change 9:22 – Gentle, responsive sleep support explained 12:05 – Tips for new mums feeling overwhelmed 14:45 – How to build calm, secure sleep foundations 17:10 – Dani’s advice to other new mums 19:00 – Donna’s closing thoughts: you’re not alone 💛Let’s get you enjoying motherhood (and a hot cuppa ☕) again.I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au. I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala Parenting Collective SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷 For your daily walks, coffee's & travel CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO 🩷 Favourite room darkening product CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...
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Raising Girls And Boys Who Like Themselves l Kasey Edwards, Bestselling Author
Donna Moala and bestselling author Kasey Edwards (@kaseyedwardswriter) unpack why your relationship with yourself is the foundation for calm, connected parenting. 💛Together, they dive deep into how self-love builds confidence, connection, and calm, not just for mums, but for the whole family. You will hear real, evidence-based insights on raising children who genuinely like themselves, and why letting go of perfectionism and people pleasing is one of the greatest gifts you can give your kids. 💛💬 In this episode:✨ How your self-worth influences your parenting style✨ The link between confidence, resilience, and emotional well-being in kids✨ Moving from control to connection✨ Letting go of “good girl” conditioning and reclaiming your power✨ Practical ways to model self-love every dayIf you’ve ever felt like you are doing all the right things but still doubt yourself as a mum, this conversation will remind you that being kind to yourself is the most powerful parenting tool you have.🎧 Tune in, reflect, and rediscover the peace that comes when you parent from self-love, not self-judgment. ✨00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview01:33 Kasey's Parenting Journey03:02 Raising Girls Who Like Themselves04:32 Raising Boys Who Like Themselves06:24 Conscious Parenting and Personal Growth10:33 Challenges of Parenting Different Personalities18:55 Social Media and Mental Health25:16 Social Media Rules for Kids25:55 The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health26:45 Parental Guidance and Social Media30:05 The Pressure of Academic Achievement31:12 Conscious Parenting and Discipline42:16 Emotional Bravery in Boys44:54 Conclusion and ResourcesLearn more about Kasey at kaseyedwards.com.Interested in buying her books? Visit kidswholikethemselves.com.I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au. I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala Parenting Collective SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷 For your daily walks, coffee's & travel CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO 🩷 Favourite room darkening product CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...
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Redefining Success: How to Find Fulfillment in Your Career After Motherhood
Ever felt stuck in your career after becoming a mum? You’re not alone. In this episode, Donna Moala chats with career counsellor Anna Black (www.strategiccc.com.au), who helps women and mid-career professionals rediscover what truly lights them up — and create a work life that fits who they are now.Together, they dive into:✨ How motherhood shifts your sense of purpose and priorities✨ Why “work–life balance” is a myth (and what actually works)✨ How to confidently change direction without starting over✨ Making career decisions that align with your values, family, and goals✨ The power of clarity, confidence, and redefining success on your own terms⏱️ Episode Menu (Timestamps)00:00 – Welcome & intro with Donna Moala02:10 – Meet Anna Black: from mining to career counselling06:45 – The reality of mid-career burnout and motherhood10:30 – How motherhood changes your definition of success15:50 – The myth of work–life balance21:00 – How to explore career options with clarity27:20 – Confidence, identity, and the power of reflection33:00 – Real talk: guilt, self-doubt, and letting go of perfection38:15 – Steps to redefine success in your 30s, 40s & beyond44:00 – How to connect with Anna & final thoughts✨ Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more real conversations on motherhood, career transitions, safety culture, and personal growth.💕I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au. I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala Parenting Collective SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷 For your daily walks, coffee's & travel CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO 🩷 Favourite room darkening product CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...
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Redefining Success: How to Find Fulfillment in Your Career After Motherhood
Ever felt stuck in your career after becoming a mum? You’re not alone. In this episode, Donna Moala chats with career counsellor Anna Black (@annablackcareers), who helps women and mid-career professionals rediscover what truly lights them up — and create a work life that fits who they are now.Together, they dive into:✨ How motherhood shifts your sense of purpose and priorities✨ Why “work–life balance” is a myth (and what actually works)✨ How to confidently change direction without starting over✨ Making career decisions that align with your values, family, and goals✨ The power of clarity, confidence, and redefining success on your own terms⏱️ Episode Menu (Timestamps)00:00 – Welcome & intro with Donna Moala02:10 – Meet Anna Black: from mining to career counselling06:45 – The reality of mid-career burnout and motherhood10:30 – How motherhood changes your definition of success15:50 – The myth of work–life balance21:00 – How to explore career options with clarity27:20 – Confidence, identity, and the power of reflection33:00 – Real talk: guilt, self-doubt, and letting go of perfection38:15 – Steps to redefine success in your 30s, 40s & beyond44:00 – How to connect with Anna & final thoughts✨ Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more real conversations on motherhood, career transitions, safety culture, and personal growth.💕I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au. I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala Parenting Collective SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷 For your daily walks, coffee's & travel CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO 🩷 Favourite room darkening product CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...
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✨ From Corporate Burnout to Business Owner: A Journey Through Motherhood & Safety Culture ✨
Are you a career mum juggling work, family, and purpose? In this episode, join me and my very special guest, Amanda Amaral - @gotsafem - as we dive into the inspiring journey from corporate burnout to becoming a business owner and how motherhood sparked a mission to transform workplace safety culture.You’ll hear powerful insights on:✅ Balancing career and motherhood in high-pressure industries like mining, oil & gas, and logistics✅ Overcoming the mental load and challenges of being a working mum✅ Building a purpose-driven business after leaving corporate life✅ Transforming workplace safety communication to truly engage frontline teams✅ Redefining success while staying grounded in family valuesIf you have ever struggled with work-life balance, FIFO life, or the dream of starting your own business, this episode will encourage and empower you.Timestamps:00:00 – Introduction | Parenting Collective Podcast01:00 – What is GotSafe Media? | Transforming Workplace Safety Communication03:00 – Safety in Mining & Oil and Gas | Why Culture and Engagement Matter05:00 – Motherhood & Corporate Burnout | The Struggles of Career Mums07:00 – Work-Life Balance Challenges | Mental Load, Exhaustion & Support Gaps09:00 – The Missing Village | Community, Family & Motherhood Today12:00 – Leaving Corporate Life | Preparing for Business Ownership14:00 – Career Mum Advice | Finances, Learning & Taking the Leap16:00 – Daycare & Sick Kids | The Reality for Working Mothers18:00 – Building GotSafe Media | Mission, Vision & Growth20:00 – Final Reflections | Motherhood, Purpose & Creating Impact✨ I’d love to hear from you in the comments:✨ Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more real conversations on motherhood, career transitions, safety culture, and personal growth.💕I would appreciate it greatly if you could please LIKE and FOLLOW this podcast and if you are not following me over on instagram, head over there for all of my top tips and advice around sleep and parenting @parentingcollective.au. I also offer a free 15 minute phone chat to run through all your questions CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat Much Love 💞 Donna Moala Parenting Collective SLEEP & PARENTING ESSENTIALS 🩷 For your daily walks, coffee's & travel CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE COZIGO 🩷 Favourite room darkening product CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE SLEEPY SUNDAYS 🩷 Favourite Goat's Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE LITTLE OAK FORMULA. 🩷 Favourite Rice Milk Formula CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE ...
Hey beautiful parents, welcome to the Parenting Collective Podcast! I am your host, Donna Moala and around here we believe it takes a village, so I have brought to you a village of experts who give you all the tools around anything parenting and beyond.Each episode, I invite brilliant minds in parenting, health, relationships, and beyond to share their knowledge and support you in creating calmer homes, stronger connections and more rested nights. Think of this as your weekly coffee date with people who really get it and who can give you the tools to thrive, not just survive.I am Certified Secure Sleep and Conscious Parenting Coach, certified with the incredible Dr Shefali Institute, wife & mother of 3 teenage girls. Empowering and supporting families throughout the WORLD with my 1:1 guidance, via in home consults or zoom. Nurturing & supportive and NEVER Cry It Out. Working with expectant parents through to children 10 years old. I am the founder @parentingcollective.auReach out for your free 15 minute phone chat CLICK here to book your FREE 15 minute chat
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