Honest as a Mother

Send us a textAmanda is back with another solo episode where she speaks on the importance of prioritizing your mental health. It is Mental Health Awareness Month and Amanda is trying to raise awareness for moms everywhere.Included in this episode:Amandas battle with Anxiety and how it has effected her along the wayHow you can prioritize your mental healthWhy Amanda feels like people are so uncomfortable talking about the hard thingsFollow Amanda on IG @honest.as.a.mother_

Send us a textAmanda is joined by the beauilfully honest and wonderful Catie Reay today on the podcast. Catie shares her story into motherhood and how after her 3rd child she struggled with Postpartum depression, Anxiety and Pychosis.**TRIGGER WARNING**Catie speaks about harm intrusive thoughts and that she is a sexual exploitation survivor.Included in this episode:Tiktok and how it has allowed Catie to open upHarm intrusive thoughts - what they looked like for CatieHow she spoke up and got help even with the fear of someone trying to take her childrenPostpartum Psychosis - what is this?How Catie is helping moms gain their freedom and come on the other side of mental illnessFollow Catie on Tiktok @catiereay

Send us a textAmanda is joined by Emily Lawson who is a blogger and a mom who has worked her way through being the "Pintrest Perfect Mom".Included in this episode:How Emily always wanted to be the Martha Stewart mom and how motherhood gave her the harsh reality that this is not always possible.Emilys journey to blogging and how she created The Sandbox Academy.How Emily and her husband discussed making time for themselves indvidually and as a couple.Emily shares some self care tips that she lovesFollow Emily on IG @thesandboxacademy

Send us a textAmanda is joined by Brooke Richardson who is a mother, an author and a fierce advocate for mothers and children. Brooke is here to share her story of her experience in the child protection world.**TRIGGER WARNING**This episode does contain conversation surrounding child abuse.Included in this episode:Brooke shares her story of being fasley accused of child abuse involving her infant daughter in 2018.The amount of hoops that Brooke had to jump through to have anyone listen to her.How Brooke is dealing with this situation still to this day.What she is doing now to advovate for mothers and children.Brooke is launching her own book called "Mothering on the Edge" and will be having a book launch on May 24 and is hoping to continue the conversation of child protection.Get your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/mothering-on-the-edge-book-launch-and-conversation-on-child-protection-tickets-605053630697Connect with Brooke: https://www.brookerichardson.ca/homePurchase her book: https://demeterpress.org/books/mothering-on-the-edge-a-critical-examination-of-mothering-within-child-protection-systems/

Send us a textAmanda is joined by parenting coach, speaker and author Michelle McVittie to talk about our mental health and why it is so important to maintain.Included in our episode:Michelles transition into motherhood - what it was like for her.How important is our mental health actually?How can our mental health affect our children?The stigma surrounding mental health. The stigma surrounding medication for both mom and for kids.Ontario's healthcare system. Where does a parent even start if their child id struggling?How can a parent coach help?Follow Michelle on IG @momthemanager

Send us a textAmanda is once again joined by her friend Katie Langdon to have the tough conversation of whats happening in the U.S.** TRIGGER WARNING **Included in this episode:The shooting that happened in Nashville. Where Katie and Amanda both stand in regards to the issue.Follow Katie on IG @katiellangdon and Amanda on IG @honest.as.a.mother_

Send us a textAmanda is joined by Tanisha Shedden who is a liscensed therapist and trauma survivor and she is here to talk childhood trauma and cycle breaking.Included in this episode:Trauma - The importance of trauma and how it can effect youWhy we need to stop comparing traumasTraumatic Birth - What is it and how they impact mothers every single dayCycle Breaking - How Tanisha is breaking cycles from her familyWhat the importance of boundaries areFollow Tanisha on IG @foundbytanisha

Send us a textAmanda is joined by Shelbi Da Silva who is one of the founders of Mamaraderie. Mamaraderie is a moms community that Shelbi and her business partner have created to help other mom find community and friendship. They are currently only inside the Hamilton, Ontario area but have plans this year to expand so stay tuned for your area!Included in this episode:The power of community in motherhood. Why Shelbi feels moms need more support now more than ever.How Mamaraderie works, what is it and why does every mother need a membership?The importance of learning who you are outside of mom.Creating a safe space for moms of all walks of life in this community.Follow Mamarederie on IG at @mama_raderieWant to learn more about the membership?www.mamaraderie.ca

Send us a textAmanda has another solo podcast today and she is discussing the importance of sharing your hard.Included in this episode:The Honest as a Mother Book 2 Manuscript is done! Amanda shares a little of what is to come.Why Amanda feels its so important to share our stories of our struggles. Maternal mental health chatFollow Amanda on IG @honest.as.a.mother_

Send us a textAmanda is joined by Leia Swansburg who is the Founder and CEO of The Candian Fertility Consultation to talk all things surrogacy.Included in this episode:What is surrogacy and why would someone need to use a surrogate?How can someone become a surrogate?Do you have to pay for a surrodate?Leia shares her own experience as a surrogate.If you or someone else is interested in becoming a surrogate or you need a surrogate visit: www.fertilityconsultants.caFollow CFC Families on IG @cfc.families