4. Who’s Voices Should You Be Listening To As A Mama ?

01/31/24 • 21 min

In this episode, Sarah Norris introduces Mama Island, a safe and supportive space for mothers and mothers-to-be. She discusses the challenges of decision-making during pregnancy and motherhood and the importance of listening to our own instincts. Sarah shares her strategy for recognizing and understanding our inner voices, including the vulnerable, survivor, cynical, and glorious aspects of ourselves. She emphasizes the need to create a healthy support network and surround ourselves with people who uplift and support us. Sarah concludes by encouraging listeners to live a happy and fulfilled life by making clear choices and organizing their lives according to their own desires and routines.
You can find out more about Sarah and how to work with her by clicking on the links below:
https://www.instagram.com/thebabydetective/
https://www.babydetective.co.uk
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You can find out more about Sarah and how to work with her by clicking on the links below:
https://www.instagram.com/thebabydetective/
https://www.babydetective.co.uk
https://www.facebook.com/babydetective/

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3. How Mama Island Works

In this episode, Sarah Norris introduces the concept of Mama Island, a metaphorical place where mothers can explore and challenge themselves. She explains that the island represents a space of self-reliance, problem-solving, and reflection. Sarah also introduces the term 'Mummers' as a way to make all mothers feel welcome on the island. Throughout the episode, she emphasizes the importance of letting go of expectations, creating space for reflection, and thinking for oneself. Sarah encourages vulnerability and practical problem-solving, and she looks forward to engaging with the audience and learning from others.
Key takeaways from this episode:

Mama Island represents a space of self-reliance, problem-solving, and reflection for mothers.
Letting go of expectations and embracing vulnerability are key to finding happiness as a mother.
Practical problem-solving skills developed on the island can be applied to off-island life.
Engaging with the audience and learning from others is an important aspect of Mama Island.

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5.The Myths and Marvels of Routines

In this episode of Mama Island, Sarah Norris discusses the importance of routines in a mama's life. She debunks the myths surrounding routines and emphasizes the benefits they provide. Sarah explains the difference between routines and schedules and highlights the flexibility and support that routines offer. She also explores the role of routines in the natural world and how they can be tailored to fit a mama's individual needs. Sarah concludes by encouraging listeners to prioritize themselves and seek help in establishing routines that can bring balance and ease to their baby life.
Key takeaways from this episode.

Routines are beneficial for mamas and babies, providing stability, predictability, and ease in daily life.
Routines should be flexible and tailored to fit a mama's individual needs and circumstances.
Routines can be temporary or vary based on different days or activities.
Ignoring routines can lead to chaos, confusion, and stress in a mama's life.

Mama Island - 4. Who’s Voices Should You Be Listening To As A Mama ?

Transcript

Sarah Norris - The Baby Detective (00:00)
Hello and welcome to Mama Island episode four, Dealing with the Noise. This is your safe, quiet and positive space where you matter and where mamas and mamas to be come together to learn about ourselves and our babies and to help and support each other unconditionally. I hope you've listened to the first three brief introductory episodes so you know why we're here and what we're trying to do.
And if not, you can pop back and check them out. Okay,