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Prospective parents often find decisions regarding birth route, birth care provider, caring for a newborn, etc. daunting. BabyGym instructor and childbirth educator Cozette Laubser offers guidance on being ready for parenthood, financial concerns, choosing experts wisely, babies’ brain development, skin-to-skin contact, practical decision making, and reducing the stress parenthood brings. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · Sensible birth website · babygym.co.za · Cozette oor wanneer natuurlike geboorte die beste keuse is · Cozette on natural birth and the function of birth pain · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com · BabyGym B-R-A-I-N Model.pdf — PDF (475.7 KB)

Many menopausal and perimenopausal women lack down-to-earth support. Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams explains which hormonal and other changes trigger certain symptoms. She discusses practical solutions - including targeted nutrition - from a holistic and bio-individual viewpoint, bearing in mind the role of stress. Most of all, Anita offers support in affecting these changes step by step. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.myhealingspace.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

South Africa is one of the 5 countries with the highest postpartum depression rates worldwide. The stigma attached to this condition makes it hard for new moms to admit they’re not coping. Counselling psychologist Luricka Fick discusses the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of postnatal depression, the question of “fantasy versus reality”, and sensible steps a mom or her loved ones should take. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · BetterMom · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

What does experiencing reverence for life, nature and your own body really mean? Angel whisperer Belinda Bras-Nel discusses allowing your subtle body to connect with that of other beings or objects; how to honour life as a creative experience facilitating your journey, instead of a struggle for survival; and practical ways to strengthen your subtle energy field. Listen to her talking about her two new wolf pups! www.mariettesnyman.co.za · www.belindabrasnel.co.za · Belinda's episode: How to attract spiritual abundance · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

South Africans are daily plunged into the dark by intermittent electricity supply – but have we been robbed of our inner energy? Rudi Swanepoel explains how we can channel our personal power in a solution-focused way, the benefits of harnessing group energy, and how parents can use their energy to empower their children - in particular the parents of teens and young adults. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · onsvirjou.tv · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Counselling psychologist Doreen Hofmeyr explains how BrainWorking® Recursive Therapy Level 3 targets the psychological aspects and underpinnings of physiological conditions like fibromyalgia. She discusses BWRT Level 1, 2 and 3; how fight/flight triggers are deactivated to create desired responses; and how Level 3 work accomplishes emotional relief and the best possible health outcome. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · doreenh.com · paardevleitherapycentre.co.za · bwrtsa.co.za · www.bwrt-professionals.com · This episode's podcast notes and photographs · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Functional medicine, an individualised approach that treats not by symptom but by cause, leads to more lasting results. Functional medicine health coach Anita Hamilton-Williams discusses its success regarding chronic conditions; its focus on genetics, biochemistry, nutrition, lifestyle and behaviour changes; and why genetics needn’t determine our disease profile. She mentions the tests she uses, case studies, and good news concerning ageing. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.myhealingspace.co.za · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

How have individuals with OCD been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic? Prof. Christine Lochner discusses global research findings regarding the prevalence rates, severity and the risk factors – including being single, a student or having sleep disturbances. Interesting: certain OCD symptoms may have developed to ensure the survival of our ancestors… Learn how to best manage a mental health condition during a pandemic. Sponsored content. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · global-ocd.org · How to recognise and cope with OCD · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Dedicated to Di-Di Hoffman, who passed away a week after this recording. We honour his wisdom, strategic thinking and warm-hearted support enhancing countless lives. Have you discovered the potency and growth potential of mastermind groups? Business development specialist Di-Di Hoffman explains what masterminding is, its objectives and benefits, and how you can start and run a micro-mastermind group successfully. He emphasises mistakes to avoid, the importance of accountability, and the “magic” that happens when a group gels. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · BadassPreneurs Think Tank · badasspreneurs.com · This episode's podcast notes and photograph · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com

Kan dit wees dat élkeen van ons kreatief is en ons skeppendheid deur speelsheid kan herontdek? RSG-programbestuurder en kreatiwiteitsafrigter Kobus Burger verduidelik hoe om struikelblokke in ons pad te systap, vergete drome te herwin, en op moontlikheidsdenke te fokus. Hy gee praktiese wenke om kreatiwiteit maklik en vinnig in ons lewens in te sluit. www.mariettesnyman.co.za · Hierdie episode se notas en foto's. · www.facebook.com · www.instagram.com · www.linkedin.com