Join Krishna Hassomal as she sits down with Tess Jewell-Larsen, certified yoga therapist, mindfulness coach, and somatic healer, for an honest conversation about managing stress, anxiety, and overwhelm during pregnancy and motherhood.

In this episode, Tess shares her personal journey with anxiety from childhood and offers practical, gentle tools for finding balance in the midst of life's challenges.

What You'll Learn:

• The crucial difference between stress and anxiety and why it matters
• How somatic healing works and why it pairs beautifully with yoga
• Simple grounding techniques you can use anywhere (including the finger rolling method)
• Why traditional breathing exercises can sometimes backfire
• Practical ways to feel connected when you're stuck at home
• How to recognize your body's stress signals and work with them, not against them
• The importance of asking for help and reframing it as strength, not weakness

Key Topics Discussed:

• Holistic approaches to women's health and pelvic health
• The mind-body connection and nervous system regulation
• Managing postpartum anxiety and overwhelm
• Finding connection and community as a new parent
• Cultural differences in women's healthcare around the world
• Practical tools for busy moms with limited time and energy

Tess Jewell-Larsen is a certified yoga therapist, mindfulness coach, and somatic healer who empowers women professionals, entrepreneurs, and those juggling it all to go from exhausted and overwhelmed to balanced and thriving. She specializes in women's health, pelvic health, stress and burnout, emphasizing breath support, mindful movement, stress management, and nervous system resiliency. Tess is also a newly graduated Ayurvedic nutrition coach and the author behind the Morning Pause 'n Tea newsletter and blog.

Work with Tess:

Join Tess's Postnatal Yoga and Restorative Yoga Classes inside the Krish Yoga Membership www.krishyoga.com/yoga

Join Tess's supportive community: https://www.tytoniyoga.com/pages/membership

Book a Free Consultation Call with Tess: https://www.tytoniyoga.com/offerings/book?offering=d178e911-6739-4802-875a-c12ac0f86b23&embed=undefined

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Remember: You don't have to navigate pregnancy, birth, and parenthood alone. There are tools, support, and community available to help you thrive during this incredible journey.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with your healthcare provider regarding any health concerns.