Danae Cappalletto, aka Danae Birth Doula, aka the birthing whisperer, has supported hundreds of women in preparation for birth within Australia and abroad. With her experience as a doula, prenatal yoga instructor and nutritional coach, she helps mums-to-be with their preparation, relationships and how they want to approach their own personal birthing journey. Olivia unravels exactly what a doula does, how they differ from other pregnancy support and we get labour pains translated into exactly what’s going on with baby. From optimal maternity positions, labor support training, and pregnancy yoga to c-section prevention, post-partum support, and breech birth. Grab a cuppa (or a cocktail) and settle in for an eye-opening discussion.

Website - https://danaebirthdoula.com.au/

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/danaebirthdoula/

Optimal Maternal Positioning Courses - https://danaebirthdoula.com.au/omp-birth-educator-sydney/

How prepared are you in a medical emergency for one of your children? Intensive Care Paramedic and First Aid Trainer, Michael Covey, has seen it all. And he's here on the poddy to share his best tips for how to stay cool, calm and collected in those critical moments when we are confronted with a stressful situation. From broken bones and burns, to head knocks and choking – everything you need to know to avoid being a panicked parent in one of these frightening moments.

For more information and how to access your exclusive listener discount on any of Shield’s fantastic first aid courses (which you can also take online!), you can find Michael and his team on the gram and online at the following links:

@shieldtac

www.shieldtraining.com.au

In this special edition of the Cold Coffee Hot Mess, the boys have taken over the mics. Nadean and Olivia brought hubs, Ed and Nathan, into the studio to chat with author and fellow girl dad Dr. Chris Scanlon about the joys and challenges of raising girls from a dad’s POV. Chris co-authored ‘Raising Girls Who Like Themselves’ with wife Kasey Edwards, who’s also been a guest on the show. He shares his wisdom on breaking out of the traditional paternal roles with daughters, creating open lines of communication, dealing with female-specific issues, and creating a strong framework for discipline. A must listen for any dad with daughters.

BONUS – 7 Parenting Hacks for Dads - https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/dadhacks

How does she DO it?! In this episode, our Cold Coffee, Hot Mess hosts Nadean and Olivia are joined by special guest Rachael Tagg, a multi-talented photographer, wildlife conservationist, boy mum and work-for-thyself fashion guru. They delve into Rachael's journey of turning her photography hobby into a successful career, balancing family and finding time amidst the challenges and chaos of personal and professional commitments. Rachael shares her tips for other mums looking to start a business and the importance of building a community and asking for help. Plus, we reveal exciting details about the upcoming One Fine Baby expo and share tips on meal prep, personal styling and maintaining that work-life balance. Tune in and find out HOW she does it?!

Seasoned Obstetrician Dr. Hugh Porter, joins Nadean and Olivia on the podcast to talk everything childbirth and postpartum care. They discuss the pros and cons of different delivery methods, the nuances of public vs private healthcare, how social media impacts childbirth choices, and the best time to give birth. Olivia opens up about a recent post-baby self-care initiative, and much more. Strap in and start taking notes, because this one is packed full of juicy insights. Catch you in the Facebook Group!

In this episode, our Cold Coffee Hot Mess mamas Nadean and Olivia are joined by the inspiring Tegan Natoli, mother of three, business owner, and co-host of the "This Glorious Mess" podcast. Tegan shares her struggles and triumphs of juggling a day spa, podcast, beauty business and a household, all while prioritising self-care and family time. She gives us the low down on exactly how she manages her chaotic schedule, what and how she outsources, all her business time management tips and the conversations she has had with her husband. Plus, we've got her best beauty recco's of course! Get ready to peek behind the curtain of how she does it.

For more insights on managing daily business, connect with Fiona on Instagram or explore her 'My Daily Business' podcast

Christmas is a wrap. So pour yourself a fresh cuppa (or a well-earned vino!) and pop your feet up. We've got the best bits of the Cold Coffee, Hot Mess podcast all served up with a collection of our chats with Kiera Rumble, Sally Branson, Ricky Russo, Demi Bryant, Leigh Campbell, and Kasey Edwards.

Get ready for the final departure to Hack Hack city for 2023 and we'll see you on the flip side in January 2024!

On today's Friday Fix, Nadean and Olivia talk about mordern Christmas plans, hosting stress, and share some hilarious Christmas jokes. Olivia and Nadean dished out practical tips and hacks for making the season stress-free and enjoyable. From creative meal ideas to jokes for the kids, it was a non-stop laughter-filled episode. If you're ready to navigate the holidays like a pro, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in and get ready to make this holiday season your best one yet!

Get ready for some seriously cute Christmas tradition ideas! In this episode, hosts Olivia and Nadean share some heartwarming traditions and practical tips to make your holiday season a little easier. They cover everything from getting the kids involved in giving back, to fun games for the whole family, and even provide some handy shortcuts for that Christmas party prep. Join us for some festive inspo for creating unforgettable moments with your loved ones and practical tips to help you get through the holiday season. 

Remember, the Cold Coffee Hot Mess Podcast will be taking a brief break over Christmas, but keep an eye on your podcast app as there will still be some delightful festive episodes dropping during the holidays.

Wishing you all a joyful and heartwarming holiday season. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Cold Coffee Hot Mess Podcast!