The Other Side Of Perfect

On this episode I hope to help those of you juggling work and family life at home. I’m joined by the wonderful Lucy Wolfe, a Sleep Consultant, Co Creational Parent and Relationship Mentor, and mum of four children. Lucy is also the author of the bestselling book The Baby Sleep Solution, All About Baby Sleep, and Creator of the 100% natural Sleep Through brand which I'm a massive fan of. Over the next hour we discuss Lucy’s explorative and diverse career path, the parenting routines and techniques that helped her along the way, and how we have a chance to ‘parent’ ourselves as we bring up our children. Dealing with separation anxiety (which is a big issue for those in lockdown with children returning to school), becoming more conscious, and of course Lucy’s top tips for better sleep.
Lucy Wolfe https://sleepmatters.ie/
Sponsor https://www.cleancutmeals.ie/
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On Episode 12 (the final episode in Series 1) we have the patient ambassador for DEBRA Ireland, Emma Fogarty. Emma suffers from RDEB, also known as Recessive Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa. EB is a rare, genetic skin condition which causes the skin to blister at the slightest touch. These wounds, some of which will never heal, occur both internally and externally and are constantly at risk of severe infection. Children that are born with EB are highly susceptible to a very aggressive form of skin cancer from as early as their teenage years and there is currently no cure for EB. Emma has an extraordinary life, and has experienced pain most humans can’t even fathom. This remarkable woman is everything The Other Side Of Perfect is about because, she’s not defined by her struggle, instead her strength. In this episode we discuss in detail, what it’s like living with EB, life outside the condition, the incredible people Emma has met on her journey, and why fundraising is so important.
On the topic of fundraising, DEBRA Ireland is the only charity devoted solely to the care and cure of EB. DEBRA supports patients and their families living with the devastating effects of this condition and helps them cope with all the challenges that it brings. DEBRA provides this through their in-home EB Community Care Programme as well as advancing research both nationally and internationally. In February 2020 I will be taking part in the DEBRA Ireland Arctic Challenge. My mission is to survive in the harsh environment of Northern Finland, 150km above the Arctic Circle, totally off grid with no running water or electricity. The aim is to learn new skills and survive the extreme cold of the arctic regions whilst raising money for children living with EB. Last year the trip raised just under €250,000 from just 35 participants. In 2020 there's 36 of us heading and it's the first year men will be joining the mission. I know you will take a huge amount from this episode and I urge you to use the emotion and empathy experienced to make just a small donation where 100% of the proceeds from my Arctic fundraising go directly to DEBRA Ireland.
DONATIONS https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/joannelarby
Arctic Challenge https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i0AnSVhxHVE
DEBRA Ireland https://debraireland.org/
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On Episode 7 we have mental health activist Caroline McMenamin, also known as The Red Dutchess on social media. Caroline has a degree in counselling and drama, a post grad in CBT and over 15 years of voluntary work and training. Caroline is also the founder of Replenish, a non-clinical mental health organisation aimed at educating, empowering and equipping individuals with the resources and support needed to manage their mental health. Caroline takes us on a journey from her OCD diagnosis to CBT training, and we cover mental health topics including anxiety, trauma, PTSD, relationship abuse and removing the stigma around seeking help or getting therapy. Caroline has a wonderful way with words, an incredibly insightful approach to dealing with clients and is truly passionate about helping people get better.

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Samaritans https://www.samaritans.org
Replenish https://www.replenish.online/
Caroline McMenamin https://www.instagram.com/red_dutchess/

Hello and welcome to The Other Side Of Perfect Podcast. I have been so excited and itching to launch this passion project. I’m your host Joanne Larby and you may know me as a content creator on social media, potentially you’ve tried my beauty products, or even read my book. From break ups and body image to the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, and the struggles we face in a society where social media is digested quicker than I can get through a jar of Nutella (and that is pretty quick). I have some really exciting and inspirational guests lined up over the next few months and there will also be the odd episode where little old me, will be in her pjs will be discussing topics you, as the listener send in (probably eating said jar of Nutella). So join me on a journey to The Other Side Of Perfect...
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Hello and welcome back to The Other Side Of Perfect. On today’s show I speak to the extremely creative and talented Emma Flynn, also known in the digital space as This Mama Doodles. Emma is a mum of three, artist, illustrator, writer and creator who’s words and imagery have touched the lives of mothers across the globe. Emma is also a maternal mental health advocate ,and to highlight Maternal Mental Health month, she is undoubtedly the person to have this conversation with.
Did you know 1 in 5 women experience mental health concerns during and after childbirth, but these symptoms go undetected and untreated. Common symptoms of mental health concerns can mirror typical postpartum symptoms, and include changes to weight, energy, sleep, libido, and emotions - which is why I feel it’s so hard for mothers to open up, reach out and ask for help.
During this episode, we cover candid subjects including mother-baby bonding, postpartum emotions, loss of identity, and relationship changes. Emma is wonderful at highlighting these struggles in such an honest and sensitive way on her own platform, and so I hope this discussion helps some of you feel less alone as we unite in the complexity that is motherhood.
This Mama Doodles https://thismamadoodles.com/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/this_mama_doodles/