Ep.20: Quick Tools Every Overwhelmed Mom Needs to Stay Calm and Balanced With Bethany Dejarnatt
09/10/24 • 30 min
In this episode, Kaili chats with Bethany, about tools to reduce and regulate the nervous system, especially for adults (that's you mamas!) experiencing sensory overwhelm.
They discuss practical methods like I AM statements, EFT tapping, and specific breathwork techniques to help mamas find calm and confidence amidst the chaos of early motherhood. This conversation is packed with actionable insights for moms looking to enhance their well-being and trust their instincts.
Bethany is a holistic Occupational Therapist passionate about sharing power tools with the world! Power tools include EFT Tapping, Breathwork, Positive Affirmation and somatic release tools. Learning these powerful nervous system supporters and how Bethany has combined them together as "Power Tools" to quickly jumpstart your nervous system into a state of ease, confidence and regulation. Helping overstimulated adults feel empowered through your senses with Sensory Empower.
Key Takeaways:
- How sensory overload and nervous system dysregulation impact moms.
- The power of I Am Statements in boosting confidence and reconnecting with your intuition.
- How to use EFT Tapping to calm your body and mind in moments of stress.
- Practical belly breathing techniques to reset your nervous system.
- The importance of co-regulation between you and your baby.
Don't miss out, grab a cup of tea, and let's dive in together!
00:00 Introduction to Mothering from Within
01:11 Meet Our Guest Expert: Bethany
03:14 Understanding Nervous System Regulation
05:22 The Power of I Am Statements
12:01 Incorporating EFT Tapping
16:47 Breathwork Techniques for Moms
24:51 Rapid Fire Questions with Bethany
29:57 Conclusion
To learn more about the sensory supports that Bethany offers:
Stay in Touch With Kaili
Click here to grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
We want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
In this episode, Kaili chats with Bethany, about tools to reduce and regulate the nervous system, especially for adults (that's you mamas!) experiencing sensory overwhelm.
They discuss practical methods like I AM statements, EFT tapping, and specific breathwork techniques to help mamas find calm and confidence amidst the chaos of early motherhood. This conversation is packed with actionable insights for moms looking to enhance their well-being and trust their instincts.
Bethany is a holistic Occupational Therapist passionate about sharing power tools with the world! Power tools include EFT Tapping, Breathwork, Positive Affirmation and somatic release tools. Learning these powerful nervous system supporters and how Bethany has combined them together as "Power Tools" to quickly jumpstart your nervous system into a state of ease, confidence and regulation. Helping overstimulated adults feel empowered through your senses with Sensory Empower.
Key Takeaways:
- How sensory overload and nervous system dysregulation impact moms.
- The power of I Am Statements in boosting confidence and reconnecting with your intuition.
- How to use EFT Tapping to calm your body and mind in moments of stress.
- Practical belly breathing techniques to reset your nervous system.
- The importance of co-regulation between you and your baby.
Don't miss out, grab a cup of tea, and let's dive in together!
00:00 Introduction to Mothering from Within
01:11 Meet Our Guest Expert: Bethany
03:14 Understanding Nervous System Regulation
05:22 The Power of I Am Statements
12:01 Incorporating EFT Tapping
16:47 Breathwork Techniques for Moms
24:51 Rapid Fire Questions with Bethany
29:57 Conclusion
To learn more about the sensory supports that Bethany offers:
Stay in Touch With Kaili
Click here to grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
We want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Previous Episode
Ep.19: Sleep Strategies For High Needs Kids with Macall Gordon (Part 2)
This episode (19) of 'Mothering From Within,' is part 2 of the interview with Macall Gordon, a seasoned expert with extensive research on temperament and sleep.
Kaili and Macall discuss why high needs or intense children struggle with sleep and why "self-soothing" is not the goal for sleep. They emphasize that it's more about the child's unique system rather than a lack of skills. Macall introduces actionable sleep strategies, to help parents maintain consistency and manage bedtime routines effectively.
The conversation also highlights the importance of understanding temperament traits and provides practical advice for parents feeling overwhelmed. Tune in for invaluable insights into making sleep a better experience for both parents and high needs children.
00:00 Introduction & Welcome
02:38 Diving into Sleep Strategies for High Needs Babies
06:31 Consistency and Patience in Sleep Training
10:03 The Importance of Predictability and Routine
12:34 Special Time and Filling the Attention Bucket
15:11 Adapting Bedtime Routines for Different Ages
17:49 McCall Gordon's New Book: Why Won't You Sleep?
25:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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To learn more about the parenting programs & support that Macall's offers:
- Macall's Website
- Grab Her New Book Here
- Macall's Instagram
Stay in Touch With Kaili
- Kaili's Website
- Kaili's Instagram
- Book a Right Fit Call with Kaili
If today's conversation sparked something inside you and you're eager to dive deeper, my book "Mothering From Within" is waiting to take you on that journey. Like a good friend, therapist, and mentor, this book offers guidance and support to help you navigate motherhood with intuition, grace, and yes, a bit of humor. It's full of evidence-informed, developmentally appropriate, attachment-focused information on developmental milestones, baby sleep, reflux, feeding, mama mental health, and so much more. To grab a copy just head over to Amazon, www.kailiets.com/book, or your favourite online bookstore.
We want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
Video podcast is also available to watch over on Youtube.
Next Episode
Ep.21: Nervous System Regulation for Babies: Why It Matters and How to Help
In this episode of 'Mothering From Within,' Kaili Ets, a mom and pediatric occupational therapist, explores how understanding your baby's nervous system can help create a deeper sense of security and connection. She introduces the polyvagal theory, explaining the different states of the autonomic nervous system—green (safe and connected), red (fight or flight), and blue (shutdown). Kaili offers practical tips for helping your baby navigate these states, such as creating a predictable environment, supporting their vagal tone, and regulating your own nervous system. This episode is packed with valuable insights to help make the early years of motherhood more manageable and rewarding.
00:00 Introduction to Mothering from Within
01:41 Understanding Your Baby's Nervous System
03:03 The Polyvagal Theory Explained
05:13 Applying the Polyvagal Theory to Parenting
11:42 The Importance of Vagal Tone
21:56 Practical Tips for Supporting Your Baby
24:19 Conclusion and Support Resources
Stay in Touch With Kaili
- Kaili's Website
- Kaili's Instagram
- Book a Right Fit Call with Kaili
If you are ready to take a courageous step towards doing motherhood your way, The Mothering From Within Collective is waiting with open arms to help you get curious about your parenting values, tune into your mama instincts, gain clarity about baby sleep, development, reflux and more, so that you can be the confident supermom you have always dreamed of!
We want to hear from you! If this episode inspired you in some way, take a screenshot of you listening on your device and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a signed copy of my book - Mothering From Within.
Please consider rating and reviewing my show! This helps me support more people --- just like you --- move toward more confidence and courage to do motherhood so that you can watch the stress and overwhelm start to melt away. Be sure to let me know what you loved most about this episode!
Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. There is a ton of amazing content coming your way, and if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Follow now.
Video podcast is also available to watch over on Youtube.
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