🎙️ Welcome to Don’t Shrink to Fit – the winner of the 2024 Women in Podcasting Award in the Coaching category!

In this enlightening episode of the Don't Shrink to Fit podcast, we’re joined by Mandy Rees, founder of Mother for Life and a passionate advocate for women’s emotional well-being. Together, we dive into the raw realities of pregnancy and motherhood—the excitement, the doubts, the ever-evolving identity, and the crucial need for genuine support. From postpartum depression to the importance of finding a tribe of like-minded moms, Mandy offers expert insights, heartfelt stories, and practical strategies you won’t want to miss.

Whether you’re a mom, a mom-to-be, or someone supporting a mother in your life, this conversation sheds light on both the challenges and joys that come with bringing new life into the world. Tune in to discover how embracing community, understanding our shifting emotions, and practicing self-care can lead to a healthier, more fulfilling journey. Prepare to feel both empowered and inspired—press play and join us for a candid look into the heart of motherhood!

Mandy Rees is a passionate advocate for women's well-being, particularly during the life-changing journey of motherhood. Her work is rooted in personal experience, as she knows first-hand the challenges of navigating the overwhelming emotions of pregnancy and postpartum. After working for over a decade as a commercial real estate lawyer, she made the leap into the wellness space, retraining as a pregnancy and postnatal yoga instructor and eventually creating Mother for Life. Through this platform, she supports women by offering Mother Circles, retreats and workshops - where mothers can openly share their joys and struggles. In 2019 Mandy created the Mother Circle & Retreat Mentorship Programme. Through this, she mentors women as they create Circle and retreats businesses. Over 60 women in 10 countries have participated in this training. She is dedicated to transforming how women connect, collaborate, and thrive. Mandy empowers women to embrace their unique strengths and foster genuine connections that elevate both their careers and personal well-being. www.motherforlife.co.uk www.mandyrees.com

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Have you ever felt like you’re living a life that doesn’t truly belong to you? Maybe you’ve shaped yourself to fit the expectations of your family, your community, or the roles you thought you had to play—only to realize that, in doing so, you’ve lost touch with the real you.

I want to invite you to The art Of Unbecoming retreat coming this April 5th! Spaces are limited. https://claudianoriegabernstein.com/events/one-day-retreat-the-art-of-unbecoming/

You can connect with me at @Claudia_Noriega_Bersntein or at ClaudiaNoriegaBernstein.com to learn about my 1:1 coaching, retretas and training.

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My name is Claudia Noriega-Bernstein. I am an author and I have been an inner- abundance coach for over 15 years, I help overwhelmed moms who feel lost in the daily grind break free from burnout by setting healthy boundaries, reclaiming their identity, and prioritizing themselves without guilt—so they can stop merely surviving and start thriving in a balanced, joyful life.

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