This episode is a heart-to-heart and real talk about this whole idea of the "perfect mother."

More than half of parents feel that they are failing in their first few years of parenthood. And our society has so many "rules" and things they deem right and wrong, so it is hard not to feel like you are failing if you aren't meeting those things. You feel like you are failing when you stress about every little decision whether it is around feeding or carrying for the tiny, helpless human in front of you.

No wonder we are stressed, overwhelmed, always feeling like we are failing and why exorbitant rates of PMADs in our culture.

The thing is, this "perfect mother" doesn't really exist.

Tune in for a shift in perspective and a big metaphorical hug!


00:00 Welcome to Mothering from Within

00:22 The Heart of Parenting: Exploring Motherhood

00:52 A Gentle Disclaimer: Not Medical Advice

01:10 The Seven Cs of Motherhood: Building Blocks for Your Journey

02:03 Courage: The First Building Block

02:52 Comfort: Responding to Our Children's Needs

03:29 Connection: The Essence of Love and Bonding

04:35 Clarity: Understanding Your Baby's World

06:02 Consistency: The Key to Progress and Development

07:13 Compassion: Embracing Imperfection and Self-Care

08:25 Confidence: Trusting Yourself in Motherhood

10:43 Join the Mothering from Within Collective

11:37 Closing Thoughts and Invitation

Stay in Touch With Kaili

• Kaili's Website
• Kaili's Instagram

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!

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.

Embracing the Emotional Rollercoaster of New Parenthood

In this episode #3 of 'Mothering From Within', host Kaili Ets, a pediatric occupational therapist and mother of two, dives into the complexities and emotional rollercoasters of early parenthood.

With guest expert Karen McWilliams, a seasoned birth and postnatal doula with over 20 years of experience, the conversation explores how making mistakes is essential for growth as parents, the impact of birth trauma, and the societal pressures on new parents.

We discuss strategies for coping with the overwhelming array of emotions new parents face, emphasizing self-compassion, the importance of rest, and the value of reallocating societal expectations to embrace instinctual parenting.

We encourage listeners to seek support, prioritize self-care through mindfulness practices like yoga nidra, and highlight the importance of viewing your children as teachers in the journey of parenthood.

The episode is an invitation for mothers to lean into curiosity, gain clarity on their parenting journey, and confidently embrace motherhood their way, free from guilt.

00:00 Embracing Mistakes in Parenting

00:17 Welcome to Mothering From Within

01:24 Meet Karen McWilliams: A Journey into Motherhood Support

05:06 The Emotional Rollercoaster of New Parenthood

13:05 Navigating the Complexities of Motherhood

26:23 Rapid Fire Questions with Karen McWilliams

30:42 Closing Thoughts and Resources

Listen in and head over to learn more about the parenting programs that Karen offers:

• Karen's Website
• Karen's Instagram

Stay in Touch With Kaili

• Kaili's Website
• Kaili's Instagram

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.

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.

In today's episode #2, I am excited to talk about 7 core concepts that I like to call the building blocks or foundation of doing motherhood your way. You can think of them as the 7 C's of motherhood.

These building blocks are ultimately what help you move from that state of overwhelm and confusion to feeling confident and as though you’ve got this whole motherhood thing. They're the pillars that can hold us up even on those days when we feel like everything else is just too much.

As we dive in, I want you to imagine these concepts as tools in your mothering toolkit, and keep them in the back of your mind as you come back to the Mothering From Within podcast each week. These concepts help you navigate this wild ride called motherhood with a bit more ease and a lot more joy.

Let me know which C resonates the most with you! Take a screenshot of you listening on your device (and let me know which C resonated most) and post it to your Instagram Stories and tag me, @theholisticbabyguru. Every month I choose a lucky listener to win a copy of my book - Mothering From Within.


00:00 Welcome to Mothering from Within

00:22 The Heart of Parenting: Exploring Motherhood

00:52 A Gentle Disclaimer: Educational Purposes Only

01:10 The Seven Cs of Motherhood: Building Blocks for Your Journey

02:03 Courage: The First Building Block

02:52 Comfort: Responding to Our Children's Needs

03:29 Connection: The Essence of Love and Bonding

04:35 Clarity: Understanding Your Baby's Needs

06:02 Consistency: The Key to Progress

07:13 Compassion: Embracing Imperfection

08:25 Confidence: Trusting Yourself in Motherhood

09:55 Closing Thoughts: Embracing Your Motherhood Journey

Grab your free hypnosis meditation to help you reconnect with that inner wisdom and trust yourself to navigate motherhood with ease.
Or DM me the word MEDITATION on Instagram @theholisticbabyguru for your copy.


And if you need a little more love and support on your motherhood journey, come and join us inside the Mothering From Within Collective 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!


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.

Congratulations on becoming a mama! Whether you have a fresh newborn or an active toddler, know that I’ve been where you are, and I’m here for you.

For this very first episode of Mothering From Within, I wanted to tell you a little bit more about me, so that you can feel like you know me, this voice in your ear while you feed your baby, go for walks while they nap in the stroller or carrier, or when your driving around to all your baby classes and appointments.

So grab a cup of tea, tuck those little ones in friend nap, or bring them along for the ride.

It's time to get curious, gain clarity and unleash your courage to do motherhood your way.


00:00 Welcome to Mothering From Within

01:24 Meet Your Host: Kaili Ets

03:39 The Realities of Motherhood: Kaili's Personal Journey

07:46 From Overwhelmed to Empowered: Transforming Motherhood

10:29 Getting to Know Kaili: 10 Fun Facts

12:38 Closing Thoughts and Invitation

Stay in Touch With Kaili

• Kaili's Website
• Kaili's Instagram

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!

If you found this podcast helpful, please subscribe to the podcast more nurturing insights. Share this episode with a friend, and please review our show on the listening app of your choice to help it grow! 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. And don’t forget to tag me on socials @‌TheHolisticBabyGuru.

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.

Hello and welcome to ‘Mothering From Within’ — the podcast where we dive into the heart of parenting during those magical, yet challenging first few years. If you are a mama who has ever found herself googling "is this normal?" at three in the morning, this podcast is for you.

Sleep deprivation, feeding difficulties, the comparison game, parenting challenges, and the endless advice from others - it can be overwhelming. But, what if you could connect with a supportive community, learn from a trusted expert, and gain the confidence to embrace motherhood on your own terms?

That is what this podcast is all about.

So, grab a cup of tea, tuck those little ones in for a nap or bring them along for the ride. It's time to get curious, gain clarity, and unleash your courage to do motherhood your way.

Officially launching on Mother's Day (May 12, 2024)

See you soon,
Kaili