The Conscious Project

Parenting is the hardest job in the world, and often we are unable to stand back and see what needs to change to break the circuit in moments of trickiness- moments like meal time, sleep time.

Today I'm joined by Sarah, founder of Secure Foundations to chat all things parenting, mum rage, sibling dynamics, bedtime battles and offer some practical tips to help, as well as some mindset shifts around parenting.

This episode comes with all love, and no shame or judgment. We all do the very best with what we know and have available to us. I hope this helps.

Sarah offers e-courses and mentorship to support parents. Find Sarah on IG @securefoundations and @bedtimebattles and check out her website www.securefoundations.com.au.

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The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

You all want to know, what is it really like to be an influencer, well today, I spill all.

This is part 2 of my chat with my bestie where we discuss having my kids online, how to hire an influencer for small businesses, the emotional toll of being online, building the podcast and how I feel about it all!

Part 1 covers: How I started, going viral, making and breaking partnerships and how I make money.

Part 2 covers: Having the kids online, how to hire an influencer, the emotional toll, building the podcast and how I feel about it all!

Thank you to Jemma for being my cohost this week! You can find Jem on IG @jemma.oconnor

Here is Part 2, enjoy!

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I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

You all want to know, what is it really like to be an influencer, well today, I spill all.

I sat down and spoke with my bestie and we chatted all things influencer life; how I make money, how I choose brands to work with, how I started and my tips for those wanting to be an influencer and those wanting to work with them. We spoke so long, I've split this episode into two parts. Part 2 will be released next week.

Part 1 covers: How I started, going viral, making and breaking partnerships and how I make money.

Part 2 covers: Having the kids online, how to hire an influencer, the emotional toll, building the podcast and how I feel about it all!

Thank you to Jemma for being my cohost this week! You can find Jem on IG @jemma.oconnor

Here is Part 1, enjoy!

Follow Sarah:

I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

There is so much that goes unspoken when caring for a child with an illness or disability.

So many “yeah good, thanks” responses when the truth is to exhausting to even mutter.

Erin’s daughter Luella is a beautiful 2.5yr old little girl with the most mesmerising eyes. She suffers with uncontrollable epilepsy that consumes her life, and her families life.

Erin bravely shares her and Lulus story over on Instagram and today she shared with me a little look into their situation and the heartbreaking decision around allowing doctors to go ahead with a huge surgery that involves removing half of Luella’s brain next month.

Erin is the epitome of strength, courage, vulnerability and love in motherhood.

Follow Erin and Luella’s story on Instagram @little.Lulu.love

To help with care post surgery, please donate at gofundme.com

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I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Hi! I’m so glad you’re here! I felt it was a little weird to jump straight into season 3 after my lengthy absence.

So jump in the car, pour a hot cuppa or grab that pile of washing that’s been begging to be folded and come say hi as I sit in my walk-in robe podcast studio and pretend you are all here with me!

Welcome to season 3.

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I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Claire is an artist, and her Instagram feed is filled with her most beautiful art. But behind the art is a family who have faced more than their fair share of significant health issues, and a woman who despite all the difficult moments bravely rises to the challenge day in and day out. Come meet Claire and hear her story.

Find Claire on Instagram @thenewdevine and her website www.thenewdevine.com

This episode is proudly brought to you by The New Devine. Use code SARAH20 for 20% off and free postage at www.thenewdevine.com.

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The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Today I'm joined by Kayelene Kerr, a former police officer with 24 years experience in law enforcement investigating sexual crimes. Kayelene is highly experienced, educated and is recognised as one of Western Australia’s most experienced providers of Child Protection workshops.

Through her company, eSafe kids, Kayelene provides national and international workshops and webinars to children. She also educates parents, teachers and other professionals on how to talk with children, young people and vulnerable adults about protective behaviours and body safety.

This conversation is based around the terrifying statistic that children on average are being exposed to pornography between 8-10 years old. It is an important one for parents of all age children but specifically those of primary aged children. It is also full of simple and practical tips to minimise risks of the internet.

Content warning: this episode discusses sexual themes and pornography. This episode is not suitable for little ears.

Need Support?

Connect with Kayelene at www.esafekids.com.au and shop her recommended books and resources at www.esafekids.com.au/shop.

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I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

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The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Tamara has been an early childhood educator for the past 15 years. Today we sat down to chat about school readiness and what educators look for when they advise parents on whether to send or hold back their children for school.

Tam is one half of a team of twin sisters who create and sell emotional regulation resources, learning resources and sensory activities. Tamara may sound familiar as her twin, Nadine was our first guest on the podcast titled ‘The Brooklyn Way’.

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I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it's that we need to be adaptable and willing to change our work situations at the drop of a hat. So many people are chasing a better work/life balance and for some, that means owning your own business.

Working for yourself sounds amazing, but so overwhelming; where do you even start?

Tammi is the owner and designer of The Milk Boutique, a maternity/breastfeeding active wear company. She created her brand and business while pregnant, working her 9-5 and raising her 2yr old. You may know her as the raw and hilarious influencer Tammi TMB, but there is so much more to her. She’s driven, intelligent and today she tells us her story on how she started TMB and what made her, and her fiancé Jason pack up and move across Australia leaving everything they knew for the sunny coast life.

This episode is proudly brought to you by The Milk Boutique. Use code CONSCIOUS15 at www.themilkboutique.com for 15% off storewide.

Find Tammi:

IG: @tammi.tmb @themilkboutique

Website: www.themilkboutique.com

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I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

Have you ever wondered what FIFO (fly in/ fly out) life would be like? When one person in the family literally flies or drives to work and doesn’t return for a week, two weeks or even more at a time?

How do the families cope that are left behind? How does the worker cope, living at work for most of their lives?

Meet Bron. Mum of 2 young boys and partner of Tony, a FIFO worker on a 3/1 roster. That's 3 weeks at work, 1 week home.

Bron opens up about their family life, intimacy and how they make things work, all while going through fertility treatments.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode discusses infertility, pregnancy loss and suicide.

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This episode is proudly brought to you by Chain Valley Gifts. Use code TCP10 at www.chainvalleygifts.com.au for 10% off.

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Follow Sarah:

I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram @theconsciousprojectpodcast

If you enjoyed this episode, please hit subscribe and share on your socials! (Don’t forget to tag me so I can see!)

The Conscious Project is produced by Joanne Helder.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, the Darkinjung People, and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.