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Welcome to the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneur's Collective podcast, hosted by Niamh Cassidy, the founder of the Collective. Niamh is a childbirth educator and lactation consultant. She initially started her childbirth education business as a side hustle alongside working full time in social care. Starting her own business wasn't easy for Niamh, as she found it hard to fill her classes and get lactation clients, even when she quit her fulltime job. She worried about 'the competition' and ...
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You are a new mum struggling to know how to recover your body after having a baby, then you stumble across my podcast that is going to tell you exactly what you need to do and the truth about what it actually takes. Together we will cut through the bull sh*t messages of the world that make you feel pants about the way your body looks. So that you can.......... Have Dry Knickers and a strong core and body. AND not give two hoots about how your body looks right now so you can......... scoop up ...
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In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m diving into something game-changing for your business—how to use AI tools like ChatGPT. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “But I’m in a people-focused business!”—hear me out. ChatGPT isn’t here to replace your voice or expertise; it’s here to support and ampl…
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To have a fully finctioning pelvic floor you need it to be able to switch on and be strong AND to switch off and relax too. I talk about being curious about your pelvic floor and seeing if you can feel it relax. What to do if you have a tight pelvic floor and what to do to prevent your pelvic floor becoming tight. I discuss four pelvic floor stretc…
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In this episode Niamh brings you through a guided visualization exercise designed to help you envision your future success and the thriving birth or postpartum business you aspire to create. Through deep breathing and imaginative exercises, just like we do with our pregnant clients, you are encouraged to connect with your goals, values, and the leg…
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In this episode, I sit down with Business and Mindset Coach, Amy Crumpton, to explore how birthworkers can safeguard their businesses and income while preparing for maternity leave. Amy has over seven years of experience working with thousands of clients, generating 7-figures in revenue. She recently pivoted her business to help women strategically…
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Welcome back to the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast! After a summer break, your host Niamh Cassidy is back and ready to dive into some seriously game-changing advice for birthworkers. Episode Highlights: Today, Niamh reflects on what she would do differently if she were starting her birthwork business from scratch. Whether yo…
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In this episode I chat with Emma Benyon about that often controversial topic of 'self care and what is it anyway? And what does is mean as a birth or postnatal worker? How can we make sure our tanks are full so we can continue to give to clients? And how do we even fit it in!? Emma breaks it all down for us and gives easy practical tools you can im…
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There are two types of devices that you can use for your pelvic floor recovery. Both you insert into your vagina but one gives you feedback on your squeezes, where as the other releases electrical impulses into your vaginal muscles to stimulate them. But are they useful for pelvic floor recovery? Should you use them or avoid them? I am covering all…
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This is such a fun episode. I start off with some reflections and stories about chaotic postnatal exercise classes which was so much fun to talk about and I reckon you are going to chuckle along too. Then I end with some practical tips on how you can manage the chaos that is Postnatal Exercise with children about. Links I mention in this episode ar…
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In this episode I talk about how it feels to take yourself way out of your comfort zone in relation to belief that you are worth it. have a listen Enrolment for The NEST Programme is now open! Get ready to make 2025 your best year yet and finally give birth to the business you dreamed of. The NEST programme is comprehensive mindset and business gro…
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So you have, or think you have, a pelvic floor prolapse and / or pelvic floor symptoms. You want to exercise to strengthen it - but you don't know how or where to start and it feels scary. This podcast is the perfect place to start. Learn a ton load more about your pelvic floor with my Pelvic Floor Workshop here https://www.karenpostrehab.co.uk/fre…
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These are four things that I see mums do when they try to get strong after having a baby. When I see this happen I want to go and grab their hand and say……. Come on you epic woman you, come with me, let me show you how to do it properly so you can feel strong forever and your body future body will thank you. This isn’t the way - but come with me an…
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During a period of recovery, your body often requires you to rest and let it heal. This is exactly what I needed to do during a three-month period after foot and ankle surgery last year where I couldn’t put weight on my foot and ankle. My body grew bigger, much bigger in a small amount of time. It was hardly recognisable to me. I talked about this …
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Yasmin, 6, ‘Mummy, I hate my body’…… This led me to standing on stages and tell the story about the journey my daughter and I went on after this to freedom from giving two hoots about the way our bodies look. Honestly, FREEDOM! That is what it is. Once you stop giving a second thought about the way your body looks, stop marrying your self worth to …
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If you don't know what a Diastasis Recti is and you have had a baby - you MUST listen to this..... Diastasis Recti is something that happens to our stomach muscles during pregnancy. If it doesn't heal after we have had our baby is can be a major contributing factor in lower back pain, a weak core, pelvic floor weakness and lax stomach muscles. In t…
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I find myself in a season of my life - post-surgery- with a bigger body. Thankfully, I have done the work that I needed to do to be able to disconnect my self-worth from the size of my body. This is the episode of the podcast that I cry! I share with you my thoughts and feelings about the size of my body, how it has changed and how it is likely to …
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In this episode Niamh chats with Mary Tighe, co-owner of Doulacare Ireland. Doulacare Ireland provide training to birth & postpartum doulas and also works together with over 40 Independent Doula Contractors who offer birth and postpartum support to families around Ireland. Mary herself is an experienced birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educat…
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I recieved an email from a mum on my mailing list (If you are not on there already come and join us) asking me whether it is too late for her to start recovering her body after having a baby. I read her lovely worded email and thought how so many of you would resonate with the words she was saying. I thought about all of the thoughts I wanted to sh…
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'I want to get back into my pre-pregnancy clothes'. This is what a mum said to me at the end of a live postnatal exercise class that I held on Zoom. I shared with her my thoughts on this and we ended up having a lovely discussion. If you feel like her this podcast is exactly for you. Listen in....... If you find the messages in this podcast useful …
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In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast, host Niamh Cassidy delves into the world of blogging, uncovering its remarkable potential for birth workers looking to expand their businesses. Niamh explores the undeniable power of blogging in today's digital landscape. Despite the prevalence of social media, she highl…
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GP at your 6 - 8 weeks postnatal check up - 'You are fit for exercise now'. But that leaves so many questions. What exercise is ok for you to do now? How do you do that exercise safely for your postnatal body? Ther answer isn't as quick as - 'At 6 weeks after having a vaginal birth or 10 - 12 weeks after having a c-section you can exercise. There i…
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So you want to loose the baby weight and get back into your pre-pregnancy clothes? Of course, you do. You have been programmed all of your life that your body should be smaller and it should be lighter. Now you find yourself at a part of your life where after growing and birthing a baby your body is heavier and bigger. Of course, losing weight and …
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It is sooooooo tempting to jump into an exercise class and et back to it as soon as possible after having a baby. BUT - there is one thing you really need to do before you start thinking about postnatal exercise. So, hold your horses and listen to this episode BEFORE jumping into that exercise class. For more guidance on how to exercise safely afte…
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Your pelvic floor will thank you for implementing these three toilet hacks. Once you understand how pressure affects your pelvic floor and know how to minimise it you will be able to work hacks out like this for yourself . So keep educating yourself about your pelvic floor. There will be more episodes of this podcast like this to help you understan…
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In this episode your host Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC, Antenatal Educator and business coach & mentor to birth & postpartum workers takes you through what it means to create a mindset of balance and boundaries and how that can help you thrive in business. Do we all have the same 24 hours in the day? Lets find out... Topics -Running a business and being a …
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Join us in this episode of where we dive into the world of content creation and discuss how to elevate your game by avoiding common pitfalls. Host Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC and THE business coach and mentor to birth & postpartum workers, shares valuable insights on crafting content that resonates with your audience, from prioritizing their needs to infu…
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In this episode Niamh chats with Crystal Bantel, affectionately known as Your Tech Fairy. They discuss everything you wanted to know about email marketing and freebie funnels including: What is email marketing? What are the benefits of email marketing? How do you get started? How to nurture your subscribers Using email marketing to book clients Mak…
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Are they limiting beliefs? Imposter syndrome? Or, just temporary thought patterns? We all have mindset issues that hold us back. In this episode I go through the 5 top ones that I see in Birth & Postpartum Workers and how to overcome them. Download the 10 Steps to Stand Out % Get More clients here Enrolment for The NEST Programme is now open! Get r…
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In this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast our host, Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC, chats with Rebecca Reddin about the impact of vicarious trauma on birth & postpartum workers, how to prevent it and how to treat it. Rebecca is a PSI and IACP accredited Counselling Psychologist and Certified Perinatal Specialist and has in…
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Join us in this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast as we tackle a question buzzing in the minds of birth and postpartum professionals – "Should I niche down?" While it might seem like serving pregnant or postnatal families is niche enough, we explore the potential benefits and challenges of getting even more speci…
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In this episode, we delve into a topic every birth and postpartum professional encounters: business lulls. Join Niamh Cassidy, coach and business mentor to Birth & Postpartum Workers, as we explore strategies to not only weather the storm but emerge stronger than ever. Building a Steady Clientele Cultivating Referrals: Discover the power of word of…
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People often ask why I train other birth and postpartum workers to do well in business, well that's the topic of todays conversation with Fiona Rea, IBCLC - training in the competition! Fiona Rea is a mum to 4 beautiful breastfed almost all adult children with experience of birthing 3 at home and 1 in hospital. Since 2011 she is an International Bo…
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In this important episode I discuss the all too little talked about subject of burnout in birthwork. My guest Jennifer Santos is a a former childbirth educator, former doula and current certified nurse-midwife working with parents and birth workers in a state of overwhelm to provide information, support and evidence-supported interventions to move …
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In this unedited episode recorded on New Years Day 2024 I take you through three lessons I learned last year that I think will help you too. It's not easy being a birth & postpartum worker and caring your for own family and all the other responsibilities you have! In the episode I also mention my amazing Balance & Boundaries for Birth & Postpartum …
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In this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast we delve into the secrets of "Building an Award-Winning Business" with the incredible Claire Glynn, the brains behind Clever Little Handies, an award-winning baby sign program based in Kildare, Ireland. Join me as I sit down with Claire to uncover the fascinating journey …
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Welcome to the 'Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast'! In this episode our host Niamh Cassidy tackles the elephant in the room: PRICING! She discusses Hourly Rate Tactics and why you should ditch being a copycat (or it is a scaredy cat?). We discover the pros and cons of value-based pricing and how it's not about hours; it's about…
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In this episode our host Niamh Cassidy discusses the nuances of ethics in the birth and postpartum 'industry' with Christine Staricka, GOLD Academy faculty member and internationally renowned IBCLC. Niamh & Christine touch on the influence of the WHO code but also on how to decide whether an event or a speaking opportunity is compatible with ethica…
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Join us in this episode of "The Pregnancy and Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective" as we delve into our Founder, Niamh's, personal journey through various mentoring experiences, highlighting the pitfalls and successes along the way. From the limitations of generic business mentoring to the eye-opening discovery of an ideal coaching style, Niamh shar…
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In this episode we dive deep into the world of building a business that not only serves your clients but also looks after you. Join host Niamh Cassidy as she chats openly with Annie Frisbie, a seasoned lactation consultant, and creator of the Lactation Private Practice Essential Toolkit. Niamh and Annie discuss their journeys from volunteering to e…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, the go-to resource for birth and postpartum workers looking to elevate their business game! In todays episode we're diving deep into the world of visual storytelling with a special guest who knows the power of video like no other. In this episode, I…
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Are you stuck waiting for confidence to take that leap in your business? It's time to rewrite the narrative! In this invigorating episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, join host Niamh Cassidy, a seasoned childbirth educator, lactation consultant, and business mentor, as she dismantles the myth that you need to be co…
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In this inspiring installment, Niamh engages in conversation with the remarkable Christine Staricka, IBCLC, as they delve into the art of becoming a sought-after speaker in the birth & postpartum world. Christine, a seasoned International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and childbirth educator and the creator of the transformative "First 100 H…
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Are you ready to unlock the secret to transforming clients into your most passionate advocates? In this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, host Niamh Cassidy, childbirth educator, lactation consultant, and business mentor, unveils the strategies that will supercharge your client relationships. Discover how to mak…
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In this episode Niamh discusses creating balance in your life as an entrepreneur, parent, volunteer, employee, spouse or any other responsibilities you have with HR expert and entrepreneur Katy Murray. Both Katy & Niamh wear multiple hats in their lives and provide insight in how they each managed going from overwhelm to a place of calm and content…
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Are you currently working full or part time as an employee and working on the side as a doula, yoga teacher, lactation consultant or any birth or postpartum worker? Do you dream of someday doing that work exclusively but don't know how you'll manage without that regular pay check? Then this is the episode for you. Get help in meeting your goals wit…
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Join host Niamh Cassidy on another episode of "The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast" as she delves into the world of artificial intelligence. In this episode, Niamh explores the practical applications of OpenAI's ChatGPT in running a successful birth and postpartum business. Discover how ChatGPT, a powerful language model, can…
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In this episode of The Pregnancy Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast, we explore the power of storytelling in building a successful business. Niamh discusses how storytelling can be a valuable tool for connecting with potential clients and building trust and authority in your business. She gives examples of how sharing your own personal stor…
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In this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast, we delve into the common and challenging experience of imposter syndrome. While we always highlight that parents are the experts in their own bodies and experiences, as Birth & Postnatal workers we often find ourselves in positions where we are expected to provide expert…
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As birth and postnatal workers, we have the same goal of supporting families through an important time in their lives. It's important to remember that we're not in competition with each other, and when we work together and support each other, everyone benefits. In this episode host, Niamh Cassidy, discusses how recent life events have reminded her …
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In this episode, we will explore the importance of consistency in building the "know, like, and trust" factor with potential clients, especially in the context of serving pregnant and postnatal families. We discuss how entrepreneurs in this space have a shorter lead time to build a client base and need to establish trust quickly with potential clie…
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I know how challenging it can be to juggle clients, admin tasks and volunteer and family commitments while still growing your business. That's why in this episode we will look at how to set realistic goals to help you reach your business goals but without all the overwhelm. We will also look at how you can structure tasks to balance work and family…
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