Explore every episode of the podcast Newborn Mothers Podcast
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| The future of postpartum support | 27 Jan 2026 | 00:24:04 | |
In this episode I announce a major milestone for Newborn Mothers: internationally recognised postpartum education and care certification, now valid in over 30 countries. Learn why professional recognition matters, how the new 100-hour certification works, and what this means for the future of postpartum care. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| Overcoming hip dysplasia challenges to build a postpartum care business | 12 Jan 2026 | 00:20:56 | |
Julia Jones chats with Dani Potter about her personal journey navigating infant hip dysplasia and the impact it had on her postpartum experience. They explore how Dani transformed those challenges into a heartfelt mission: providing practical support to new mothers by preparing nourishing meals that help ease the early days of motherhood. | |||
| Creating a one-stop hub for holistic maternal support | 16 Dec 2025 | 00:00:23 | |
Julia chats with Kathryn Stoneman, a postpartum doula who launched her business during COVID and later co-founded the Village Collective, a hub where 14 practitioners support women from preconception to postpartum. Kathryn shares her journey across Australia and the UK, the joys and challenges of running a multi-practitioner space, and her vision for bringing rituals, nourishment, and community back to motherhood. | |||
| The power of long-term doula support | 09 Dec 2025 | 00:22:24 | |
Julia Jones talks with a Tucson-based doula about how she has shaped her practice around long-term care, supporting families not just in the first few weeks but for a year or more. She shares how her first client began as a baby shower gift, how she quickly set up her business and created a brand inspired by the desert, and how these extended relationships have become her speciality. They discuss the deep trust built over time, the flexibility of designing a business that truly fits your life, and the unique value of staying alongside families as they grow. | |||
| How a German midwife built a postpartum doula practice in Australia | 18 Nov 2025 | 00:24:26 | |
In this episode, Julia talks with a former midwife who moved from Germany to Australia. Damaris Lee shares the challenges of leaving midwifery behind and creating her practice, Mum’s Oasis, in Sydney. Together they discuss the differences in postpartum care systems between Germany and Australia, the transition from hands-on work to virtual support, and what it’s like to be a doula before becoming a mother herself. | |||
| Balancing midwifery research with a postpartum support business | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:18:35 | |
Julia Jones sits down with research midwife Jessica Mulhall to hear the inspiring story behind her Melbourne-based postpartum support business. They chat about the challenges of balancing a day job with the demands of a growing business. Jessica shares her heartfelt mission to transform traditional baby showers into intimate, mother-centred "nesting parties," helping new parents gather their villages. | |||
| From discarded to held: reviving the lost art of mother-centred care | 29 Sep 2025 | ||
Julia chats with Newborn Mothers graduate Keturah Stoltenberg, a postpartum doula, massage therapist, and bengkung belly binder based in Sydney. Keturah shares how her early experiences of motherhood inspired her to offer the kind of care she wished she had received. Together they explore the emotional impact of mothers feeling “discarded” after birth, the underestimated value of simply being seen and heard, and the cultural importance of reviving traditional postpartum practices. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| Helping breastfeeding mums feel deeply nourished | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:25:27 | |
Julia Jones sits down with Tara Yewdall to hear the inspiring story behind her Sunshine Coast-based breastfeeding support business. They chat about the challenges of rebuilding a career after personal loss while homeschooling and growing a business. Tara shares her heartfelt mission to support depleted breastfeeding mums with practical nutrition and local community care, and her vision of creating a nurturing hub where new mothers can feel truly nourished and seen.
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| From speech pathologist to postpartum professional | 08 Jul 2025 | 00:31:59 | |
Julia Jones chats with Ali Heppell, a postpartum doula, matrescence educator and women's circle facilitator, based in the Dandenong Ranges of Melbourne. We discuss her journey from a career in speech pathology to becoming a postpartum practitioner. At the heart of our conversation is the importance of a sustainable business model. | |||
| Nesting parties: rethinking the baby shower | 30 Jun 2025 | 00:28:03 | |
In this episode, Julia chats with Danielle Liddick from Nest about how “nesting parties” can replace traditional baby showers with practical, meaningful postpartum support. Discover how postpartum professionals can help families prepare for life after birth by building their village before the baby arrives. | |||
| Reimagining postpartum care for expat mothers in Berlin | 23 Jun 2025 | 00:36:15 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Katerina Koukaki from Mothering Days. Together we discuss the realities of working as a postpartum doula in Berlin, why so many of her clients use health insurance to access her services, and how to support parents with realistic expectations around sleep and feeding. At the core of this conversation, we explore the cultural shift needed to move from crisis-based support to proactive, universal postpartum care. | |||
| From registered nursing to family-centred doula support | 06 May 2025 | 00:30:36 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Janine Armfield from Blossom Doula Care. Together we discuss Janine’s transition from nursing to postpartum doula work and the evolution of her business. At the core of this conversation, we explore the importance of educating families, especially grandparents, about newborn care. | |||
| Craniosacral therapy for mothers, babies, and practitioners | 11 Mar 2025 | 00:37:47 | |
I chat with Meaghan Beames from Beames CST. Together we discuss craniosacral therapy, its benefits for babies, and Meaghan’s journey as a solopreneur expanding her practice. At the core of this conversation, we explore how Meaghan’s work enables doulas and midwives to offer infant CST directly to their clients. | |||
| Building connection and business with women’s circles | 03 Mar 2025 | 00:33:13 | |
I chat with Rachael Rose of Together, a women’s circle facilitator training. We discuss her challenging journey into motherhood, doula work, and creating transformative women's circles. At the core of this conversation, we explore the importance of starting imperfectly and learning as you go. | |||
| How embracing imperfection led to a booked-out doula business | 24 Feb 2025 | 00:26:38 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Ashley Wilson from Phlox Postpartum. Together we discuss Ashley's background in yoga and Ayurveda, how she started a postpartum care service, and the unique challenges of working with families. At the core of this conversation, we explore how to help people feel empowered in the work of mothering. | |||
| From massage therapist to postpartum care specialist | 18 Feb 2025 | 00:25:41 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers Ayla Judd from Blossom Motherhood. Together we discuss Ayla's transition from a massage therapist to a postpartum professional, her experience studying with Newborn Mothers, and the development of her business. At the core of this conversation, we explore holistic care that celebrates and nurtures mothers. | |||
| From burnout to balance: redesigning a postpartum business | 28 Jan 2025 | 00:36:55 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Jessica Prescott from Mama Goodness. Together we discuss authoring recipe books, doula photography, and the evolution of Jessica’s business model from meal delivery to postpartum support. At the core of this conversation, we explore the importance of balance in career and life. | |||
| Why I said no to everything this year | 30 Dec 2024 | 00:31:36 | |
Founding director and lead educator, Julia Jones, steps into the spotlight as the guest of her own podcast! This special episode is hosted by Dusk Liney, a Newborn Mothers educator, who invites Julia to reflect on a year filled with transformation and resilience. Together, they explore how the economic downturn shifted Julia's business goals and sparked some fresh insights. Step behind the scenes as we reflect on 2024 and learn how Julia recalibrated business timelines and strategies to navigate unexpected hurdles. At the heart of this discussion lies Julia’s commitment to creating a sustainable business that prioritizes rest, generosity, and community care. | |||
| The soundtrack of matrescence | 29 Mar 2024 | 00:34:47 | |
I chat with singer-songwriter Claire Toni on her debut album ‘Matrescence’. Together we discuss Claire’s experience of matrescence, creativity as a window to ourselves, and reclaiming artistry as mothers. At the core of this conversation, we explore the power of creativity to share the collective story of motherhood. | |||
| Learning how menstrual cycles impact creativity, power, and social change | 01 Mar 2024 | 00:28:23 | |
I chat with Lucy Peach, speaker, educator and author of Period Queen. Together, we discuss menstrual cycles, creativity and inclusive workplaces. At the core of this conversation, we explore how de-stigmatising periods benefits everyone, not just people with periods. | |||
| Trauma-sensitive care for survivors of abuse | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:24:42 | |
I chat with Dusk Liney, the Business Manager at Newborn Mothers and a trauma-sensitive birth/postpartum worker at The Listening Mama. Together we discuss Dusk’s personal experience of postpartum as a survivor and the broader themes that people who have experienced trauma face within motherhood. At the core of this conversation, we explore the importance of trauma-sensitive care and how to support survivors to create safer postpartum experiences. | |||
| Supporting plus size pregnancy in a fatphobic world | 02 Feb 2024 | 00:22:50 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Stephanie O'Brien from Postpartum with Steph. We discuss why BMI shouldn’t be used as a sole indicator of health, what it’s like navigating the hospital system as a plus-size woman, and how Steph’s personal experience led her to become a postpartum doula. We explore how postpartum care providers can better support plus-size women. | |||
| Building a stable doula business | 19 Jan 2024 | 00:35:52 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate, Sami Stewart, from The Hold. Together we discuss the lessons Sami learned in her first year of business as a preconception, pregnancy, loss & postpartum doula. At the core of this conversation, we explore how boundaries and pricing are key to building a stable and secure doula business. | |||
| Behind the scenes with Julia Jones | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:32:09 | |
Newborn Mothers founding director and lead educator, Julia Jones, gets behind the microphone as the guest of her own podcast! This episode is guest-hosted by Dusk Liney, the business manager at Newborn Mothers, inviting Julia to reflect on 2023 and the year of leading Newborn Mothers. In this episode, Julia shares the behind-the-scenes of creating the postpartum education and care professional training, starting a new mastermind and transitioning from a sole trader to a company. At the core of this conversation, we explore overcoming resistance, leading with grace, and building a business where you can care for others AND yourself. | |||
| Two-minute moves that change motherhood | 17 Nov 2023 | 00:26:00 | |
I chat with Lizzie Williamson, founder of Two Minute Moves. Together we discuss Lizzie’s story of finding her way through postpartum depression with movement, the mindset shift to all-or-something, and taking that first step. At the core of this conversation, we explore how to bring movement as a tool for well-being into motherhood in small ways. | |||
| Learning to laugh again through postpartum | 03 Nov 2023 | 00:23:37 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate and Mastermind participant Amy Marshall, the Dietician Doula. Together we discuss Amy’s beautiful story of finding her laugh again through creating a supported postpartum and life. We explore how Amy uses the tools of nourishment and support to help mums take care of their families in the way they want to. | |||
| Writing a new narrative beyond the social construction of motherhood | 13 Oct 2023 | 00:36:03 | |
I chat with motherhood studies sociologist and educator Sophie Brock. Together we discuss ideas like the social construction of motherhood and the perfect caregiver myth, as well as Sophie's own story of navigating motherhood and business. At the core of this conversation, we explore how the world impacts our experience of who we are within motherhood and the nuances of creating our own path. | |||
| Kind and respectful approaches to sleep | 12 Sep 2023 | 00:29:09 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers educator Katie Cortés from Katie’s Babies, who teaches the module on sleep in our Postpartum Education and Care Professional training. Together we discuss the cultural expectations around infant sleep and how they are in tension with baby development. At the core of this conversation, we explore how sleep invites us to begin holding space for our child’s emotions, exploring ways to meet them whilst also respecting ourselves. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| Strengths-based approach to maternal mental health | 28 Aug 2023 | 00:31:49 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers educator Amanda Stinton from Our Fourth Trimester, who teaches the module on mental health in our Postpartum Education and Care Professional training. Together we discuss how we can take a strengths-based approach to support postpartum mothers and caregivers facing challenges. At the core of this conversation, we explore how to shift from a deficit-based approach to one that is respectful of people’s stories, honours their strengths and focuses on long-term solutions that build their capacity and trust in themselves. | |||
| Changing the corporate attitude towards working mothers | 15 Aug 2023 | 00:29:28 | |
I chat with best-selling author, speaker, journalist and matrescence activist, Amy Taylor-Kabbaz from Mama Rising. Together we discuss the challenges that mothers face in returning to work and the systems change required to support their well-being. At the core of this conversation, we explore why the well-being of mothers is influenced by their workplace’s attitude to working mothers. | |||
| Starting a postpartum career: the good, the bad, the ugly! | 26 May 2023 | 00:32:26 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Katie Parker. Together we discuss taking the leap from an established career as a hospital social worker to starting a business in postpartum work. From the struggle to get those first few clients to being overwhelmed with too many clients and putting some boundaries in place. At the core of this conversation, we explore the different seasons of working as a postpartum professional and how to care for yourself within each of them. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| The evolution of postpartum business | 22 May 2023 | 00:26:13 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Naomi Chrisoulakis from Cocoon. Together we discuss the evolution of her postpartum business, moving from postpartum service delivery to postpartum education. At the core of this conversation, we explore how working as a postpartum professional can change over time to suit your season of life and your passions. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| Retreats for mothers as a counter-cultural act of love | 17 May 2023 | 00:39:23 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Rachael Hollinger from NOURIS(her) and The Pause. Together we discuss how we can honour mothers through retreats, caring for them in the way they care for their children. At the core of this conversation, we explore how retreats for mothers are a countercultural act, subverting martyrdom with nourishment. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| Perinatal care for a peaceful world | 03 Mar 2023 | 00:31:00 | |
I chat with fellow advocate and educator Becca De Souza from Peaceful Birth Partnership. Together we discuss the importance of accessible perinatal care for mothers from refugee backgrounds and breaking the cycles of trauma through birth and parenting. At the core of this conversation is how when we really prioritize the women who are most at risk, all women will benefit. Learn more about postpartum care. Visit newbornmothers.com | |||
| The postpartum experience of the Australian Birth Stories | 27 Jan 2023 | 00:30:15 | |
I chat with Sophie Walker, the founder and host of Australian Birth Stories, the podcast with over 8 million downloads. From recording episodes in her car to advocating for change through parliament, this conversation with Sophie is not to be missed. Together, we discuss Sophie's personal journey of starting the podcast and turning it into a business. We explore how Sophie's experience in public health shapes her work and how her passion for birth flowed into postpartum care. At the core of this conversation, we reflect on the importance of bringing who you are and what you're good at together to bring about deep change.
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| Public health meets postpartum in-home care | 13 Jan 2023 | 00:24:26 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Sami Stewart from The Hold. Together we discuss how public health, advocacy and policy intersect with the postpartum experience of mothers and families in their homes. At the core of this conversation, we explore the importance of working with families on the ground, as well as making changes at a systemic level.
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| Making a systemic change in motherhood through education | 23 Dec 2022 | 00:23:42 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Chelsea Robinson from Mama's Modern Village. Together we discuss Chelsea's career change into the motherhood field, her learnings from working 1-1 with mothers and how she's using that to bring about systemic change. At the core of this conversation is the importance of education, social justice and systems change in shifting the maternal experience on an individual level.
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| Practising simplicity by starting where we are | 13 Dec 2022 | 00:30:26 | |
I chat with Jodi Wilson, author of 'Practising Simplicity' and co-author with Sophie Walker of their upcoming book 'The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth'. Together we discuss Jodi's life changing trip caravanning around Australia with four kids for two years, and how this has shaped her practice of simplicity. At the core of this conversation is asking the questions, "What is sustainable for me as a mother and a woman?" and "How can I make choices in my life to make sure that I am enjoying the life I'm living?"
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| Building financial sustainability that honours your life | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:38:16 | |
I chat with Newborn Mothers graduate Charlotte Pickering from Kin by Charlotte. Together we discuss Charlotte's transition from a job into postpartum work, how her offerings have evolved and the impact of working locally. At the core of this conversation is the need to value ourselves and our work, so that we can build financial sustainability in a way that honours our home and family life.
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| Building a doula village | 07 Oct 2022 | 00:52:54 | |
I chat with two graduates Renee and Micka who are the co-founders of Fill Your Cup. Together they now provide work and support for themselves another 5 doulas, plus sell a range of physical products. They share their story of rapid growth, failing fast and how they pivoted during the pandemic to grow a thriving and unexpected business model.
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| Starting a new business overseas | 16 Sep 2022 | 00:31:35 | |
Jojo and I met 7 years ago, when she was running a pregnancy day spa in New Zealand. She has since sold the business and moved to the UK to start a new postpartum business. We talk about the challenges of starting again, including pricing, networking and how to find your ideal client.
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| Midwife working in private postnatal education | 26 Aug 2022 | 00:36:51 | |
Colleen Wilson is a registered midwife for 30 years and the creator of Nurtured Mums. Nurtured Mums’ mission is to provide education to pregnant couples about the postnatal period to come and support the new family for the first 6 weeks following the birth of their baby. It is tailored to meet the unique needs of mum and her baby with an emphasis on evidence-based care along with traditional postpartum practices such as healing nutrition, belly-binding, use of aromatherapy and massage.
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| Rites of Passage for Women | 19 Aug 2022 | 00:25:00 | |
Janelle graduated from Newborn Mothers Collective 5 years ago and in this interview, we check in on how her business is going. She shares her knowledge of rites of passage and feminine rhythms and how they help us prepare and find our way through challenges in the mothering journey.
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| Public Funding After Decades of Experience | 29 Jul 2022 | 00:26:05 | |
We catch up with Julie-Anne from Episode 6 and find out what she's up to now. Julie-Anne talks about new government funding for perinatal care in Canada and how the pandemic impacted her career. She also shares how she has plenty of clients without spending any time on social media (spoiler - she's earning more money than ever!) | |||
| Starting a Doula Agency | 24 Jun 2022 | 00:28:29 | |
Kathryn graduated from the Newborn Mothers Collective way back in 2016, and after working as a postpartum doula for a few years started an agency, One Moon Doula. Kathryn shares the pros and cons for both families and doulas using agencies and different agency models and how they work. | |||
| Physical Aspects of Matrescence | 03 Jun 2022 | 00:33:12 | |
Pelvic Floor Physiotherapist and mum of three, Katherine Baquie, shares how women can better understand and support their bodies through pregnancy and beyond. With over 16 years’ experience in perinatal health, Kath offers practical guidance on pelvic floor care, recovery and fitness for new mums. | |||
| Doula Interview With Jo Bealey | 22 Apr 2022 | 00:22:55 | |
Jo Bealey is a counsellor, postpartum doula & baby massage instructor. She has a background in well-being and is passionate about creating better mental health for mums. Jo works both online and locally allowing the flexibility for mothers to receive support, with a particular interest in working with birth trauma and postpartum anxiety. | |||
| Writing Your Book | 04 Mar 2022 | 00:31:02 | |
Kris Emery is a non-fiction book editor for writers, entrepreneurs and speakers who want to extend beyond their current business services and reach more people with their message by self-publishing. With over a decade of working with words for blue-chip companies to bestsellers, Kris guides first-time authors to write a valuable book that they can feel excited to put out in the world. | |||
| Interview with Emily Writes | 25 Feb 2022 | 00:32:57 | |
Emily is a mother of two and author of the bestselling book Rants in the Dark and Is it Bedtime Yet. She writes about a wide variety of topics, is a fierce activist and uses humour to cope with the challenges of mothering children with disabilities and chronic illness. | |||
| Parental Leave and Childcare | 11 Feb 2022 | 00:29:49 | |
Maddy shares her traumatic first birth story, as well as her healing second birth. Her experience of the impact that different carers have on birth outcomes led her to become a community organiser and she is now Campaign Director for The Parenthood. Parenthood is a community working to make Australia the best place in the world to be a parent. #ParentsUp is their parent-led campaign for better paid parental leave and universal access to childcare. | |||