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• Mirror, Mentor, Mother: Nurturing Self-Love and Relationships While Raising Others

  In this heartfelt episode, we dive deep into a topic that often gets lost in the busyness of raising children — self-love and relationships. Host Jen welcomes relationship and self-love coach, Lisa Sarayeldin, to explore how parents can reconnect with themselves while nurturing their family relationships.Lisa Sarayeldin is a relationship and self-love coach, author, and former assistant principal with a deep passion for helping people break free from self-doubt and step into their worth. After years of guiding students and educators, she realised the most important lesson wasn’t found in a curriculum—it was in learning to love, accept, and empower ourselves.Now, through coaching, writing, and speaking, Lisa helps individuals rewrite their inner narrative, embrace self-love, and build relationships from a place of wholeness. Her work is grounded in the belief that self-love isn’t a luxury; it’s the foundation for everything. Having walked her own path of growth, resilience, and self-discovery, she’s here to guide others to do the same.Lisa shares powerful insights on:Why self-love isn't a luxury, but a necessity during the early years of parentingHow small, intentional acts of self-kindness can transform your energy, parenting, and partnershipsRecognising signs of self-neglect and how to rebuild a loving relationship with yourselfPractical NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) strategies to shift mindset, language, and emotional responsesThe ripple effect of self-love on romantic relationships — and how to rebuild connection through tiny, meaningful gesturesUnderstanding emotional triggers, societal conditioning, and how parenthood can be your greatest teacher for personal growthTips for improving communication with your partner and setting healthy boundaries without guiltWe also unpack the myths of 'big' self-care and highlight how the smallest daily rituals — from drinking water to anchoring affirmations — can rebuild your sense of self and resilience.If you're feeling stretched thin, disconnected from yourself, or longing to strengthen your bond with your partner while navigating parenthood, this episode will give you hope, permission, and practical steps to begin.Connect with Lisa SarayeldinInstagram: @lisa.sarayeldinWebsite: www.lfwlifecoaching.comEmail: [email protected]→ Join the waitlist for the Thriving Together Membership ($27/month) to grow your self-trust and parenting confidence with ongoing support, deep-dive resources, and a like-minded community.→ Interested in one-on-one help? Explore the Sleep Godmother Program for 3 weeks of tailored support.Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 60 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow

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• Baby Bitesize: Rhythm Over Routine for Smoother Sleep

  In this bite-sized episode, I’m diving into one of the most powerful tools I’ve found in parenting: working with your baby’s natural rhythm instead of forcing a rigid routine.I’m not here to give you strict nap schedules or set times. This episode is all about understanding your baby’s circadian rhythm—their internal body clock and how aligning with it can make sleep smoother, reduce emotional meltdowns, and bring more ease to your day.Here’s what I’ll cover:What circadian rhythm actually is and why it matters for your child’s sleep, digestion, and moodThe signs that your little one’s rhythm might be off (like early wakings, nap battles, and bedtime chaos)Why rhythm offers more flexibility and peace of mind than routine ever couldThree simple ways how you can support your baby’s rhythm todayI want you to feel less stressed, more connected, and confident in tuning into your child’s needs because when they feel safe in their rhythm, everything becomes easier. Sleep improves. Behaviour softens. And parenting feels lighter.You don’t need to do it perfectly. You just need to start paying attention to the natural flow of your baby’s day—and yours too.→ Join the waitlist for the Thriving Together Membership ($27/month) to grow your self-trust and parenting confidence with ongoing support, deep-dive resources, and a like-minded community.→ Interested in one-on-one help? Explore the Sleep Godmother Program for 3 weeks of tailored support.Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 59 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here. Until next time, Thrivers

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• The Trust Effect: The Missing Piece in Your Parenting Journey

  In this deeply personal and powerful solo episode of Thriving Parent-ing, we explore one of the most underrated yet transformational aspects of the parenting journey: Self-Trust.If you've ever felt overwhelmed, second-guessed your choices, or searched endlessly online for validation, this conversation is for you. Your host unpacks what it truly means to trust yourself as a parent — not just to follow your instincts, but to respond in a way that aligns with your values, your child's unique needs, and your long-term goals.What You'll Learn in This Episode:The difference between instinct and self-trust in parentingHow to build and strengthen your self-trust muscleFour key ways to nurture self-trust:Slow down and truly see your childExperiment and reflect without fear of failureSeek the right kind of validation and supportUnderstand emotional and developmental milestonesWhy self-trust impacts your relationship with your child — and how they feel itHow your confidence as a parent creates emotional security for your little oneReal talk, relatable analogies (like driving for the first time), and a reminder that you don't have to be perfect to be present. Self-trust is your parenting superpower, and it’s built moment by moment — through presence, practice, and grace.📣 Ready to take it deeper?→ Join the waitlist for the Thriving Together Membership ($27/month) to grow your self-trust and parenting confidence with ongoing support, deep-dive resources, and a like-minded community.→ Interested in one-on-one help? Explore the Sleep Godmother Program for 3 weeks of tailored support.Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 58 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here. Until next time, Thrivers

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• Baby Bitesize: Nap Transition Guide & Common Signs of Readiness

  Welcome back to another fortnightly Baby Bite Size episode – where your questions get answered with heart, humour, and heaps of practical support.In this episode, we’re diving deep into one of the most common (and confusing!) parenting challenges: nap transitions. Specifically sparked by a listener's question about the 3-to-2 nap change, we cover all major nap transitions – from three naps to none – helping you understand what’s happening at each stage and how to manage it with confidence. You'll learn:The science behind why naps are essential for learning, memory, and regulationThe average ages when nap transitions typically occurThe 5 key signs it might be time to drop a napCommon pitfalls when transitioning too earlyWhy developmental stages like 12 months and 2 years can temporarily throw nap routines out of whackReal-life insights from hundreds of clients supported through nap transitionsResources:Nap-Transition Guide - https://learn.sleepthrivegrow.com/nap-transition-guideFor other sleep guides check out here: https://sleepthrivegrow.com/essential-sleep-guidesTo learn more about Jen and her services: https://sleepthrivegrow.com/Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 57 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here. Until next time, Thrivers

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• Stop the Battles: How Your Nervous System Shapes Parenting (whether we like it or not)

  In this enlightening episode of Thriving Parenting, we’re joined by Dr Carrie Rigoni - a chiropractor who works with mums and children, to optimise their child’s brain development, and set them up for lifelong health. She loves talking about all things vagus nerve, and all the factors that can influence brain development and function. She has a busy practice in Perth WA and is passionate about optimising the vagus nerve, supporting mums through periods of dysregulation, and helping mums understand what they can do to support their child’s vagal tone too. As a busy mum of 3, she understands how hard the juggle can be!Together, we explore how understanding your nervous system (and your child’s) can completely shift the way you approach parenting.Dr Carrie explains the subconscious patterns we develop from birth, the power of the vagus nerve, why familiar feels safer than regulated, and how simple daily habits can help parents and children thrive emotionally and physically.Dr Carrie is passionate about using the online world to educate mothers on the power of the vagus nerve, and also offers group coaching, 1:1 online consultancy, and a membership all about nervous system regulation. What we cover:What the nervous system actually is – and how it affects your daily parentingWhy 90% of our behaviours are subconscious and shaped in early lifeHow the vagus nerve plays a crucial role in stress regulationThe myth of “fixing” yourself with meditation or yogaWhy control is often a sign of dysregulationSmall, practical tools to build emotional resilience for you and your childThe importance of pausing, co-regulation, and curiosity over reactionHow each child has a unique nervous system and how to parent accordinglyThe truth about healing – it’s slow, individual, and deeply connected to your lived experiencesKey message: You’re not failing — you’re likely just working with the nervous system you were wired with. With support, self-compassion and consistency, your window of tolerance can grow. If this episode resonated with you, please share it with another parent who might need a reminder that thriving starts with understanding ourselves.Would like to access tailored 1:1 sleep support but don’t know where to start? Jump on a FREE sleep clarity session with Jen here https://sleepthrivegrow.com/For more information on this topic, head to the show notes: Episode 56 Show NotesAnd I’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Come and connect with me on Instagram at @sleep_thrive_grow.And click the +Follow button to never miss an episode. New episodes are released every Tuesday!To find out more about how I can support you, visit my website here. Until next time, Thrivers

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