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Topics covered : Military training, vulnerability, self-belief, resilience, family life.
Ray Goggins served in the Irish Army for 26 years, including 17 years in the Army Ranger Wing and now he spends a lot of his time working with corporate teams in his role as director of training and leadership company ‘Coreskills’.
Originally from Cork, he lives in Kildare with his wife Sinéad and their two kids, Dan who's 13 and Louisa who's 10.
In this conversation we talk about his book ‘Ranger 22’ and the recent success of hit TV show ‘Special Forces -Ultimate Hell Week’; he also shares the best advice he ever got, and he speaks about the power of staying calm, in any situation.
Book – ‘Ranger 22- Lessons from the Front’ available online and in bookshops now.
Shows – ‘Resilience- conquering your inner demons. An evening with Ray Goggins and Rory O’Connor.’
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Topics covered : Miscarriage, guilt, twin pregnancy, the power of letting go.
This month marks 2 years of the podcast and my second conversation with the wonderful Rosanna Davison.
Rosie lives in Dublin with her husband Wes and their three kids, daughter Sophia and identical twin boys Hugo and Oscar.
And this episode is a natural follow on from our first conversation as she shares some of the revelations in her new book ‘When Dreams Come True’ including having another miscarriage in February 2020, just before their twin boys were conceived, and how the number 11 seems to show up whenever she goes.
I suggest listening to our first conversation from July 2020 before listening to this and the miscarriage documentary that Rosie was part of is also still available to watch online. Click here…
Book - ‘When Dreams Come True – The heartbreak and hope on my journey to motherhood’ is available to buy online or instore now.
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Topics covered : Self-worth, empowerment, burn out, anxiety, fear, impact of the pandemic, mindset, career change, finding purpose.
In this conversation, life coach Mark Fennell explains what life coaching is all about and he shares his back story which led him to pursue a career in coaching.
He talks about the difference between a fixed and a growth mindset, managing anxiety, changing careers and lots more.
Useful questions to ask yourself…
* What am I afraid of?
* If I wasn’t afraid, what would I do?
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Topics covered : Grief, regrets, health issues, fear of rejection, self-worth, religion, love, vulnerability, loneliness, self-sabotage, finding purpose.
This week I speak to Rugby pundit, entrepreneur, mental health advocate and author Brent Pope.
Brent has had a difficult few years, from the death of his father in 2019 and now his recent health issues he feels were brought about by a drug he was prescribed.
In this conversation he’s reflective about his regrets in life and his hopes for the future and it was an absolute honour to chat to him.
Brent’s autobiography – ‘If you really knew me’
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Topics covered : The physical, mental and emotional impact of childbirth, hormones, baby blues, post-natal depression, intrusive thoughts, pelvic floor, anxiety/shame/guilt, some hospital bag essentials, body changes, hair loss, placenta encapsulation, sleep, breastfeeding/ bottle feeding/ combination feeding, new-born baby tips, SIDS.
This is the fourth and final episode in my pregnancy miniseries and it’s all about postpartum.
My guest is parenting and baby expert Claire Thompson who goes by the Instagram handle ‘The Newborn Nanny’ and she is a wealth of knowledge.
She lives in Wicklow with her husband Ben and their four kids
(Evie, Emmy, Georgie and Harry) and in this
conversation we delve into the often-unspoken world of postpartum as she takes
us from the moment your baby is born to the hours, days, weeks and months that
follow. And she gives tons of practical advice that I think will really help you
navigate those early days.
You’ll find Claire on Instagram…
https://www.instagram.com/thenewbornnanny/
Tips/things to watch out for
*none of the products/brands mentioned are sponsored/paid for
Pack a small plastic jug in your hospital bag
(the why is explained in the episode!)
Drink plenty of water/fluids
Eat plenty of fibre
Product mentioned : ‘Fybogel’ Natural Fibre Drink
Bleeding : Wear dark clothing, use dark sheets, have plenty of maternity pads at the ready.
Limit visitors – be prepared to say no thanks!
Placenta encapsulation
Cork based company that offer a professional placenta encapsulation service nationwide…
https://placentatlc.ie/
Dr. Harvey Karp’s 5 S’s
https://happiestbaby.co.uk/blogs/baby/the-5-s-s-for-soothing-babies
Muslin cloths
C shaped pregnancy/baby pillows
Baby carriers/slings
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This episode is all about labour and childbirth and my guest is midwife and childbirth educator, Avril Flynn.
She lives in Dublin with her husband Garret, their 3 year old son Felix and their dog Finn!
And in this conversation she takes us from that first contraction right through to that glorious cup of tea and slice toast after you give birth!
We also share our own positive birth experiences making this a valuable listen especially for first timers.
She’s honest and naturally funny and her advice is reassuring, practical and empowering.
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Topics covered : Pregnancy after loss, symptoms, journaling, nesting, affirmations, birth preparation, benefits of water during labour, stepping away from fear.
In this episode we explore the third trimester of pregnancy as I speak to pregnancy and birth educator, Kitty Hackel who goes by the Instagram handle ‘Birth, Baby, Beyond’. In this conversation she offers practical, empowering advice on the third trimester, including preparing yourself as best you can for childbirth.
Some useful resources:
Body work in pregnancy
Spinning babies
https://www.spinningbabies.com/
Hospital stats
Perineal massage video
https://www.instagram.com/tv/CJwY8FmnRDj/?utm_medium=copy_link
Mother Blessing…
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.mother.ly/amp/how-to-have-a-mother-blessing-2628388007
Kitty’s courses/ downloads
https://www.birth-baby-beyond.ie/courses?page=2
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For the next 4 episodes I’ll be talking all things pregnancy with a different guest each week and today we’ll focus on the 1st and 2nd trimesters.
In this episode I speak to Lucianne Hughes, also known as ‘The Sunshine Doula’. She’s married to Chris and they have 2 girls, Daisy who’s 4 and Poppy who’s 2.
She takes us from the moment you find out you’re pregnant up to the end of the second trimester.
We talk about the physical, mental and emotional symptoms of pregnancy, the importance of correct supplementation, what to avoid, what to do, birthing options and the choices available to you, and lots more.
Birth Trauma Recovery:
http://aimsireland.ie/birth-healing/
Helena Tubridy: @helenatubridy https://helenatubridy.com/
Lorraine Lozano: @globebabydoula https://www.globebabydoula.com/ also has a Birth Trauma Recovery programme called "3 Step Rewind"
Tara Whelan: @resilientemotions https://www.resilientemotions.ie/perinatal--emotional-wellbeing/birth-trauma
Birth options in Ireland:
http://aimsireland.ie/choice-in-pregnancy-and-birth-in-ireland/
and
https://www2.hse.ie/wellbeing/child-health/antenatal-and-maternity-care-options/public-care.html
Holles St: http://www.nmh.ie/pregnancy/community-midwifery-service.13604.html
The Coombe: https://www.coombe.ie/domino-early-transfer-home-services
Rotunda https://rotunda.ie/knowledgebase/community-based-midwives/
Antenatal workshops:
Lou Horgan @louhorganyoga https://www.louyoga.com/
Lorraine Lozano @globebabydoula https://www.globebabydoula.com/
- Lorraine has Exploring Birth, Exploring Breastfeeding & Exploring VBAC workshops available
Women's Health Physio - pelvic floor prep:
Elaine Barry @elainebarryphysio https://www.elainebarryphysio.com/
Milltown Physiotherapy: https://milltownphysiotherapy.com/we-treat/womens-health/
The Physio Company - 20 locations in Ireland: https://www.thephysiocompany.com/services/womens-health
Maternity Clothes
Leggings https://www.beautyandthebumpmaternity.com/
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Topics covered : Miscarriage, pregnancy after loss, Covid positive during pregnancy, medically induced coma, hallucinations, drug withdrawals, dramatic birth experience, post-partum.
Originally from Donaghmede in Dublin, Laura Curtis lives in Baldoyle with her boyfriend Robbie and their new-born daughter Demi.
But the past year has been one she’ll never forget.
Having been through a miscarriage she found herself pregnant again and was so looking forward to an uncomplicated pregnancy.
But in March this year, at 20 weeks pregnant, she was diagnosed with Covid.
At 29 years of age and with no underlying health conditions, she ended up in ICU in Beaumont Hospital, in a medically induced coma for 17 days, to try and save her life and that of her unborn daughter.
It’s a remarkable story of survival and overcoming and I am so thankful to Laura for taking the time to sit down and talk to me.
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Topics covered : Painful sex, sex toys and products, libido, menopause and sex, shame.
This is second part of the conversation I had with Ireland’s only clinical sexologist, Emily Power Smith.
In this episode, she answers a selection of your questions that were sent in on Instagram and it starts with advice on how best to speak to our kids and teenagers about their bodies and sex.
I hope by listening to these episodes that you’ll feel a little less alone in your experience and that you find Emily’s advice helpful.
For more, you’ll find her on https://www.empowersme.com
Resources…
‘Yes Organics’ natural vaginal moisturiser and organic coconut oil.
Betty Dodson, artist, author, teacher and PhD sexologist…
https://www.dodsonandross.com/
Emily and I are joining an impressive line-up of 16 international speakers - including medical and scientific experts – for the Menopause Success Summit 2021.
It’s a 1-day virtual event which is happening on Saturday the 25th of September.
Click here for more info…
www.menopausesuccesssummit.com
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Topics covered : The damage of shame, body confidence, libido, porn, sexual trauma.
This week I speak to Ireland’s only clinical sexologist, Emily Power Smith.
We spoke about so much that I’ve decided to split the chat in two as it’s such a huge topic to cover.
In this episode, we discuss our relationship with sexuality here in Ireland, we talk about body confidence, sex drive, porn and we’ll also delve into a few of the questions that were sent in on Instagram which had a lot of common themes, I hope by listening to these episodes that you’ll feel a little less alone in your experience and that you find Emily’s advice helpful.
You’ll find her on https://www.empowersme.com
And Emily and I are joining a stellar line-up of 16 international speakers - including medical and scientific experts - at the Menopause Success Summit 2021, a 1-day virtual event on Saturday September 25th - click here for more info…
www.menopausesuccesssummit.com
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Topics covered : Tragic accident, trauma, grief.
This week I speak to mother, wife and nurse Geraldine Mullan.
Originally from Galway, Geraldine met John Mullan from Moville, Donegal in 2010. 2 years later they were married and lived a very happy life together with their two children Tomás and Amelia, until a devastating accident changed everything.
On the 20th of August last year, a family day out ended in a nightmare when their car crashed into Lough Foyle.
John (49), Tomás (14) and Amelia (6) tragically all lost their lives while Geraldine miraculously survived.
In this conversation she talks about how she misses them every single day, the support from her family, friends and the local community and the ‘Mullan Hope Centre’, which recently opened to honour the memory of her gorgeous family.
This was an incredibly challenging conversation for Geraldine for obvious reasons, but her strength and composure are remarkable.
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Topics covered : Adoption, mental illness, self-worth.
This week I speak to comedian and radio presenter, PJ Gallagher.
PJ lives in Clontarf in Dublin with his two dogs, Wendy and Stella.
He was born in the now infamous Bessborough Mother and Baby Home in Cork, in the 70’s and went on to be adopted and grew up with his mother, father and sister in Raheny in Dublin.
When he was 27 he met his birth parents who went on to marry after he was born and also went on to have 4 more children (2 girls and 2 boys)
(They’re from Roscommon and had named him Dermot at birth)
In this conversation he talks about being adopted, his unconventional upbringing, how he’s more ‘flight than fight’ and how he struggles with feeling of self-worth.
He adores dogs, bikes, Bohemian’s football club and small talk, but isn’t a fan of hugging!
He’s hilarious and searingly honest, and this conversation is as real as it gets.
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Topics covered : Tragic accident, trauma, child loss, grief.
Eileen Loughlin is a wonderful person and someone I’ve wanted to speak to for a long time.
She lives in Delvin in County Westmeath with her husband Enda and their two sons, Senan who’s 16 and TJ who’s almost 9.
And over 2.5 years ago her life changed forever when their 3.5 year old daughter Annabel, died in a freak accident in their home.
Now at 22 weeks pregnant she shares how profound the grieving process is, especially with a new addition on the way; how keeping Annabel’s spirit alive is so important to her and how she feels her presence with her.
This was an extremely challenging conversation for her but I really think that she honoured Annabel’s memory beautifully.
You can follow Eileen on Instagram if you don’t already, you’ll find her @everything.eileen
Other episodes on child loss on ‘Ready to be Real’
Dr. Suzanne McClean April 2020
Ian Lawton May 2021
Irish Times article with current Taoiseach Micheál Martin on child loss…
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Topics covered : Long Covid, breathwork, freediving, mental illness, therapy, self-limiting beliefs, reinvention and overcoming.
This week I speak to champion freediver Claire Walsh.
Originally from Leixlip, she currently lives in Bray with her partner Boudy and she’s been freediving for 6 years now.
She’s competitive and driven, but there’s also a beautiful gentleness about her that allows her to connect to her breath and to the water and achieve what she has already, which is incredible.
She can hold her breath underwater for an impressive 5 minutes 59 seconds and she can dive to 59 meters on one breath alone.
A fan of therapy and regular self-care habits like sea swimming, mindfulness and meditation, this is a fascinating listen as she covers so much from her love and respect of the water from an early age, to struggling with her mental health in her 20’s, and she also talks about her other passions in life; music, drama and performance.
I was hanging onto her every word and I think you will too.
Reference -
Movie ‘Le Grand Bleu/The Big Blue’
* Claire is sponsored by Timewise Systems
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Topics covered : Pregnancy, wedding during Covid restrictions, meningitis, Pride celebrations.
This week I speak to brother and sister, James Patrice and Vanessa Butler.
James is a TV presenter, performer and social media sensation and Vanessa is a classically trained singer, music teacher and has grown her own following on Instagram in recent times too.
Proudly from Malahide, they have always been close, and in this conversation we learn things like 'what their favourite food is', 'who the biggest Diva is' and how their mother Fron, got her name.
But we also discuss the damage of making assumptions about people or situations, a major health scare that shook the whole family when James was only 10, the recent Pride celebrations and how Vanessa is having an uber productive 2021; marrying in a pandemic and being 20 weeks pregnant.
They’re utterly charming and it was a complete tonic to be in their company.
Check out James’ new TV show ’Battle of the Food Trucks’ on the RTE Player now and make sure you follow them both on Instagram, if you don’t already!
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Topics covered : Suicide, grief.
This week I speak to counsellor and psychotherapist Peter Mahony who gives us a deeper insight into therapy; what it is and how we can benefit from it. We talk about the impact the pandemic has had on us and how important it is to mind ourselves and others, as we recover from the past year.
There’s a particular focus on teens and those in their early twenties in this episode. We also tap into self-worth, family dynamics, how friendships have changed during Covid and he also gives practical parenting advice and shares tips on how to be a better friend to someone who needs support.
Book mention…
‘What happened to you? Conversations on Trauma, Resilience and Healing’ by Bruce D. Perry and Oprah Winfrey
To contact Peter, you’ll find him here…
https://www.byyoursidetherapy.com/
And for a full list of all accredited IACP Counsellors/Psychotherapists in Ireland, go to...
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Topics covered : Pregnancy, miscarriage, endometriosis.
This week I speak to grammy nominated, multi-platinum singer/songwriter, producer and artist, RuthAnne.
She’s engaged to Ollie and they live in London with their dog Ruby who they adore.
A gifted artist in her own right, she has also penned hits for the likes of Britney, JoJo, Niall Horan, One Direction and John Legend! And as the founder of ‘Irish Women in Harmony’, she and all the incredible people involved in the beautiful cover of The Cranberries classic ‘Dreams’ have raised over €200,000 for the ‘Safe Ireland’ charity.
On Monday we had a conversation and she covered so much in it.... from her joy at being pregnant, and also how challenging the past few years have been for her, dealing with the pain of miscarriage and crippling endometriosis; we also speak about her relationship with Ollie, the bond she has with her parents, her music career and the importance of looking after yourself.
She’s grounded and humble, supremely talented and hardworking, and is a strong yet gentle soul…simply put, she’s a gorgeous person and I loved chatting to her.
Her new single ‘Safe Place’ is out now and to follow her on Instagram you’ll find her here… https://www.instagram.com/thisisruthanne/?hl=en
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Trigger warning : Fertility, miscarriage, cancer, hysterectomy, IVF, surrogacy.
This week I speak to Dublin woman Audrey O’Hagan who’s married to Dave and their son Hugh is almost a year and a half.
She’s in her thirties and works as a communications officer with Dublin Airport, a job she loves and in this episode, she lets us in on the past four years of her life that have had their fair share of ups and downs. And even though the conversation is deeply emotional and challenging at times, it’s also an uplifting listen too.
Follow Audrey on Instagram…
https://www.instagram.com/audge3000/?hl=en
If you’re concerned about any health issue or if you haven’t had a check-up in a while, perhaps listening to Audrey will encourage you to call your GP or make that appointment you’ve been putting off, or to reach out and ask for help if you’re struggling.
It really is so important to look after ourselves and if you need to talk to someone the Irish Cancer Society have a helpline open 9-5pm Monday to Friday
Call and speak to a Nurse on the Cancer Nurseline on
FREEPHONE 1800 200 700
Visit www.cancer.ie
Or email cancernurseline@irishcancer.ie
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Trigger warning : Disordered eating.
This week I speak to Aoife O’Brien about life with and after an eating disorder.
Originally from County Clare, Aoife now lives in Mayo with her fiancé Damian and their son Liam, who’s nearly 2. She works with the GAA/ Croke Park co-ordinating the Healthy Clubs project which promotes health and wellbeing within clubs.
But for years she was controlled by an eating disorder which went unnoticed for a long time. Now having fully recovered she is passionate about getting the message out that life after disordered eating, is very much possible.
In this conversation, we discuss diet culture, the signs of eating distress and how best to address it.
Podcast mention…
The Marino Therapy Centre
https://www.marinotherapycentre.com/
Helpful questions for journaling…
1. What did I do well today?
2. What did I learn?
3. What would I do differently?
Thanks to Ranae and Jacqueline for helping set up this conversation and of course to Aoife for all the effort she put in, to make it happen.
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