//podcastplus.net/feed/podcast~e4023af5d050fd5e1982f33c987abe3d46e6d788ab9f1b3ba2ffe5c7b16e1ae8 The online world of motherhood support is broken. It’s overwhelming, misinformed, hard to navigate, and full of judgment, shame, and stress. That’s why we created Kula. As new moms, we know you have to take care of yourself in order to take care of others. And to make it work, you have to find a personal sense of wellbeing that balances your physical, mental, and lifestyle health. Welcome to Kula Conversations - a supportive space to challenge, encourage, inform, and get down and dirty with all things motherhood. Join us for heart-centered, real conversations with moms and credible, impactful interviews with brilliant experts. We dive deep into topics like breastfeeding challenges, overcoming PPD, identity shifts after baby, evidence-based parenting strategies, and so much more. For moms and moms-to-be, we’re your resource for credible, non-judgmental, and real support. Welcome to your modern village. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 04:40:58 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11988468-cultivating-the-parent-child-relationship-and-the-importance-of-those-first-5-years-of-learning-before-they-enter-kindergarten.mp3 Science has proven that 85% of brain development is complete by age 5.  Statistics tell us that 6-out-of-10 kids are not equipped to learn in all areas of the classroom.   This means that supporting our child's development is extremely important before they even make it to their first day in a classroom.  How can parents be best equipped to support their child?  In this episode, we dive right in with expert Cara Tyrrell, an Early Childhood Educator, about the importance of a child's development from birth to 5 years old and how we as parents can best support their growth. Cara Tyrrell is a mom to three girls, an Early Childhood Educator, Conscious Parenting Coach, and founder of Core4Parenting - a body, mind, spirit Collaborative Parenting Methodology for raising truly world and Kindergarten ready kids.  Cara is also the host of the Transforming the Toddler Years podcast for Pandemic moms raising the COVID generation.  She has Bachelor degrees in American Sign Langugae (AS... Sat, 07 Jan 2023 08:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11988468-cultivating-the-parent-child-relationship-and-the-importance-of-those-first-5-years-of-learning-before-they-enter-kindergarten.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11958721-why-every-new-mom-needs-an-occupational-therapist.mp3 We did it, we found a mom's new best friend and most hidden secret.  In this episode, we discover how an occupational therapist can support new moms from pregnancy to postpartum.    This is highly underutilized support that many moms are not familiar with and absolutely should be!  In this episode, we dive right in with expert Alexis Joelle, an Occupational Therapist, about what an Occupational Therapist is and how they can help every new mom.   Alexis Joelle MS. OTR/L, a hospital-based occupational therapist, momma, and CEO of AJoelle Consulting LLC, utilizes her skills to serve as a consultant to occupational therapy (OT) providers - from student to entrepreneur. She guides practitioners through the process of designing their ideal career as well as navigating the challenges of the industry. Alexis also has a passion for making OT accessible globally to consumers. Her ultimate vision is to help decrease hospitalizations while maintaining access to occupations and supporting the quality of ... Mon, 02 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11958721-why-every-new-mom-needs-an-occupational-therapist.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11838894-assessing-your-child-s-development-and-understanding-milestones.mp3 As parents, we are always wanting to provide the best for our children and support their growth and developmental needs.  It can be overwhelming and can sometimes create anxiety as we wonder if our child is hitting their "milestones".  In this episode, we talk to Dr. Shannon Davis, a child development expert and certified autism specialist about baby and toddler development, and the philosophy every parent should incorporate when assessing their child's progress. Dr. Shannon Davis PT, DPT holds both a Doctorate and Masters degree in Physical Therapy. A champion for the physically and cognitively able.   Dr. Shannon PTTM is a MOVE International Trainer for adults and a Certified Autism Specialist. For nearly 15 years, she has provided specialized services to children and adults with developmental and intellectual abilities in schools, day programs and home settings. In addition to her clinical passion, Dr. Shannon PT’s entrepreneurial spirit has led to the creation of Inspiration Physical T... Mon, 12 Dec 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11838894-assessing-your-child-s-development-and-understanding-milestones.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11723530-breastfeeding-challenges-what-to-expect-and-how-to-overcome-them.mp3 While breastfeeding is an incredibly natural process, it also can be extremely difficult, filled with many unexpected challenges.   If you’re having trouble breastfeeding your newborn, you’re not alone.  In this episode, we talk to Kellie Green, a certified lactation counselor, about breastfeeding, the common challenges many moms face, and how to overcome them. Kellie Green is a certified and licensed Speech Pathologist and Lactation Counselor who specializes in infant feeding at her private practice clinic in Columbus, OH. She is the founder of Green Living & Wellness. We also talk about: What is a lactation consultant and why you might want to work with one The most common issues parents have when breastfeeding Challenges with latching and her recommendations to make it easier What is tongue/lip/cheek ties and how they affect breastfeeding Tips for balancing bottle feeding and breastfeeding Kellie's Resources: Check out her website: greenlivingandwellness.com IG... Mon, 28 Nov 2022 10:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11723530-breastfeeding-challenges-what-to-expect-and-how-to-overcome-them.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11428738-fertility-challenges-a-twin-birth-and-juggling-3-kids-under-age-3-with-lindsay-mclain.mp3 Today we are talking with Lindsay McLain about her journey through infertility and becoming a mom of 3, including twins. Lindsay discusses what it was like going through fertility treatments, how it felt eventually becoming pregnant, and what she experienced when she first found out she was having twins in her second pregnancy. We also talk about the transition from 1 to 3 children and how Lindsay juggles a toddler, newborn twins, and maintaining a career.  When Lindsay McLain, a marketing executive in Redondo Beach, California, gave birth to twins last October she and her husband instantly went from 1 to 3 kids, with all three of them being under the age of three. Learn more about her journey, from being told she might not be able to have any kids at all, to managing the day-to-day, and what she's learned (and is still learning) through it all. Join our Kula village: Join the Kula waitlist Find us on IG: @hello.kula Are you an expert?  Come work with us ! Thanks for listening... Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11428738-fertility-challenges-a-twin-birth-and-juggling-3-kids-under-age-3-with-lindsay-mclain.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11336740-your-c-section-scar-is-the-missing-link-in-your-digestive-health-journey.mp3 Did you know that your c-section scar could be the reason why your digestive health issues are persisting? We didn't either. Apparently symptoms like bloating, irregular bowel movements, food intolerances, acid reflux or other gut problems can potentially all be traced back to our scars, whether they are older or newer. In this episode, we talk to Kendra Toothill all about her work in this area, why scars matter, and what can be done about them.  Kendra Toothill is an Athletic Therapist specializing in treating chronic and complex health problems. For over a decade, she has been offering holistic methods to those who are ready to dive deep and transform the way they think, act and feel. Her integrative process is all about putting the client in the driver's seat and heading straight towards their goals by using their pain & symptoms, needs & desires and life story & experiences to create a completely individualized and powerful healing journey. You can learn more about Ken... Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11336740-your-c-section-scar-is-the-missing-link-in-your-digestive-health-journey.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11268839-how-to-retrain-your-brain-to-create-your-life-balance-and-reduce-your-overwhelm-with-adriana-keefe.mp3 The expectations society has on us as mothers is high. We’re told that we’re only good enough if we’re bringing in equal (or more) pay as our partner while also volunteering at the school bake sale and signing our kids up for 47 activities and being expected to attend them all. Add onto that the idea that we’re also supposed to be the ones making dinner, scheduling the doctor’s appointments, cleaning the house, and making time for our own “self-care”. It's no wonder we are feeling burnt out. It’s not possible to be doing all those things and not feel like you’re burning at both ends. In this episode, we talk to Adriana Keefe, a life and manifestation coach, about the concept of neuroplasticity and retraining our brains to reduce negative thought patterns and create better harmony.  Adriana Keefe is an award-winning real estate dropout turned Life and Manifestation Coach who teaches high achieving women how to create life balance without sacrificing their goals. She is a wife an... Tue, 06 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11268839-how-to-retrain-your-brain-to-create-your-life-balance-and-reduce-your-overwhelm-with-adriana-keefe.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11221334-integrative-fertility-what-to-consider-and-look-out-for-when-making-a-baby-with-laura-erlich.mp3 When you decide it’s time to start your family, the do’s and don’ts of how to get the show on the road can be downright overwhelming. Couple that with endless swirling news about friends undergoing IVF and other fertility challenges and the process can get stressful, FAST. In today's episode, we talk to Laura Erlich, an integrative health professional who specializes in fertility optimization, pregnancy, and postpartum care all about factors and considerations that go into fertility and overcoming sub-fertility or infertility. Laura began her career in holistic wellness after studying Traditional Chinese Medicine with an emphasis on fertility and obstetric care. After graduating summa cum laude from Emperor’s College, she founded Mother Nurture Wellness , a Los Angeles-based women’s health practice specializing in fertility optimization, pregnancy, and postpartum care. As an integrative health professional for over 20 years, Laura has helped thousands of families grow by creating a cu... Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11221334-integrative-fertility-what-to-consider-and-look-out-for-when-making-a-baby-with-laura-erlich.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11178976-identity-shifts-after-baby-and-how-to-find-your-authentic-voice-with-jessi-shuraleff.mp3 For many of us, new motherhood can change how we view ourselves and completely shift our idea of who we have always thought we were as we navigate our lives. Identity shifts can be a normal process of the motherhood experience, but it is important that we do not lose ourselves in the process. In today's episode, we talk to Jessi Shuraleff about these shifts in identity and how to advocate for yourself in an authentic and yet still impactful way. An effective storyteller & passionate people-first leader, Jessi spent 13.5 years at Google effectively building and leading strong sales & marketing teams partnering with some of the largest global brands in the world. Creating, building, and maintaining relationships is at the core of who she is and authenticity, vulnerability and storytelling have been the cornerstone of her skillset to get her to where she is today as a leader, a podcaster & a mom. Her mission is to create community & connection through sharing personal stories to empo... Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11178976-identity-shifts-after-baby-and-how-to-find-your-authentic-voice-with-jessi-shuraleff.mp3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11141214-how-to-manage-fighting-and-other-relationship-issues-after-baby-with-allison-lieberman.mp3 It's no secret that having a baby can be a big challenge for your relationship. Many couples report feeling disconnected and unhappy in their relationship in the months following the birth of their child, likely caused by a variety of different changes and challenges that come with being parents of a newborn. In this episode, we talk with Allison Lieberman, a licensed marriage and family therapist, about what is going on for couples in the time period after having a baby and how they can work to become stronger in their relationship during this amazing, but trying time. Allie Lieberman is a licensed marriage and family therapist, perinatal mental health certified, certified Clini-Coach, entrepreneur, wife, and mom of two [3 ½-year-old + 1 1/2 year old]. She is the CEO/Co-Founder of Rooted in Harmony Counseling , a virtual group counseling practice in California, and The New Mama Mentor , a coaching practice dedicated to new moms. We also talk about: The biggest things women strugg... Mon, 15 Aug 2022 15:00:00 +0000 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1940028/11141214-how-to-manage-fighting-and-other-relationship-issues-after-baby-with-allison-lieberman.mp3