Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums

In this episode Amanda talks about her feelings (past and present) towards the concept of Self Care. She discusses why now she actually believes that it is essential in order for us to thrive in the chaotic world of motherhood and gives three ways that you can choose help to integrate self care a little more in to your life.

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Welcome to the very first of the Happy Thriving Mum interview episodes! In this episode Amanda speaks with her good friend Issy Garrard. Issy is the owner of Issy Health Fitness Yoga. Issy is passionate about healthy living and embodies this in her approach to helping her clients to manage their mental and physical well-being as well as providing a healthy balance in life.

In this conversation Amanda and Issy discuss the challenges in balancing how you want to show up as a mum against running a business, looking after everyone in the house and then also finding time for you too. They also speak about the importance of community and support throughout motherhood, solitude, reflection and celebration on how far you have come in your endeavours. 

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Website: https://www.issyhealthfitnessyoga.co.uk/home

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In this episode Amanda talks about the importance of energy as a mum and her jealousy of her kids having an infinite amount! She questions if it is just the case that we have a finite amount of energy that we just use up over time and discusses the importance of good nutrition to maintain our energy levels for as much of the day as possible.

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In this episode Amanda talks about the winter blues, the myth of Blue Monday and different ways that you can attempt to keep them at bay.

This episode does contain some discussion on the symptoms of SAD syndrome and depression. If you think you have symptoms of SAD syndrome, depression and/ or are struggling to cope you should see your GP as soon as possible as there are lots of things they can suggest to help you get through this time.

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Further info on today’s topics can be found here:

Samaritans Brew Monday: https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/brew-monday/ 

Why Blue Monday is a myth: https://news.sky.com/story/what-is-blue-monday-and-what-makes-it-the-most-depressing-day-of-the-year-12787873

SAD syndrome: https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/overview/

In this episode Amanda talks about why New Year’s Resolutions fail and how to make yours stick. She also suggests three ways (and a couple of bonus ideas 🌟) that you can really set yourself up for success.

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Further info on the psychology behind New Year’s Resolutions can be found here: https://www.bps.org.uk/news/psychology-behind-making-new-years-resolutions-stick

https://www.lboro.ac.uk/news-events/news/2023/january/new-year-resolutions-conversation/

Welcome to Happy Thriving Mums!

This is the first episode under the new name!

I hope you love it! 💖

In this episode Amanda talks about her mission to help as many mothers as possible to be Happy Thriving Mums and a bit on her journey to where she is today!

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The podcast has had a rebrand! From January 2025 it is now the Happy Thriving Mums podcast. This episode was recorded in it's original format of the Radiate Fitness Podcast! Enjoy!

In this episode Amanda talks about Christmas chaos and expectations and how we need to lean into the fact really things never go as expected!

Amanda is also REALLY EXCITED to announce the podcast is rebranding! From January it will be the: 

Happy Thriving Mums Podcast!

Yay! 

It will continue to have weekly episodes discussing a range of things linked to fitness, nutrition, habits, routines and happiness amongst the throes of motherhood but with some amazing guests too as well as mini Happy Thriving Mum coaching sessions for you the listener that will be recorded and played out on the podcast too.

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Get in touch! You can find Amanda at:

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The podcast has had a rebrand! From January 2025 it is now the Happy Thriving Mums podcast. This episode was recorded in it's original format of the Radiate Fitness Podcast! Enjoy!

In this episode Amanda talks about the contentious issue of sleep! As a parent, sleep is probably one of the things you talk about the most, especially in the early stages. But as children get older, sleep patterns change for everyone for numerous reasons. This episode discusses the importance of sleep, how you can improve your chances of getting some quality sleep and how the idea of ‘sleep when your baby sleeps’ for Amanda was preposterous!

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NHS Every mind matters- Sleep Problems: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-health-issues/sleep/#hours

NHS Every mind matters- How to fall asleep faster and sleep better: https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/mental-wellbeing-tips/how-to-fall-asleep-faster-and-sleep-better/

Loughborough University- Sleep in the city project: https://www.lboro.ac.uk/research/sleep-in-the-city/about/ 

The sleep foundation- why do we need sleep?

https://www.sleepfoundation.org/how-sleep-works/why-do-we-need-sleep 

The podcast has had a rebrand! From January 2025 it is now the Happy Thriving Mums podcast. This episode was recorded in it's original format of the Radiate Fitness Podcast! Enjoy!

In this episode Amanda talks about how Christmas can be the most wonderful time of the year but with so much going on, it can be overwhelming. She reminisces about Christmas traditions and suggests three ways that you can keep your sparkle throughout the festive season.

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Get in touch! You can find Amanda at:

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Website: www.radiatefitness

The podcast has had a rebrand! From January 2025 it is now the Happy Thriving Mums podcast. This episode was recorded in it's original format of the Radiate Fitness Podcast! Enjoy!

In this episode Amanda talks about her weekly exercise routine. How she structures her week and why she uses these particular workouts to help her feel strong mentally and physically. She also invites you to think about your relationship with exercise.

Try my free Small changes BIG wins, 7 day kickstarter programme:

happiness.radiatefitness.co.uk/small-changes 

Want a more personalised approach?

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A personalised 4 week plan to help you get over the overwhelm of motherhood and feel healthier and happier:

happiness.radiatefitness.co.uk/mum-o-t

Get in touch! You can find Amanda at:

Instagram: www.instagram.com/radiatefitnessuk   

Email: [email protected]  

Website: www.radiatefitness.co.uk