It's so good to be back with you here on The Mother's Embrace! I am an author! In today's episode, we are warmly welcoming The CPTSD Journal into the world. I am sharing about the bridge I have crossed over the last three years on my healing journey. In today's show, I share, "Why can I not live into the joy I've worked so hard to create?" What hap…

Welcome to the show! Today we are sitting down and pulling up a chair with Jamie Javed, RN, BSN + Transformational Health Coach. Jamie had an 8-year career as a nurse in the ER + Critical Care Unit prior to her journey today. She got to experience what the gift of Western medicine can do, but then realized, alongside her husband who is a critical c…

Hey everyone! In today's episode I'm here to give an update. I talk about the future of the podcast, expanding the goals of the community, the pursuit of dreams in motherhood, and the much-needed upcoming break. Tune in this episode to hear more! Let’s dive in! Let’s Write Your Instagram Bio FREE Download Learn more about working with Rachel: rache…

As an entrepreneur, bestselling author, and mother, Kate Northrup has built a multimedia digital platform called The Origin Company that reaches hundreds of thousands globally. She’s committed to supporting ambitious women to light up the world without burning themselves out. Kate teaches data and soul-driven time and energy management practices th…

We're back for another Bonus Episode! Today, I'm leaning in with you around a very important question if you are growing your business and brand. The question is: "What do you need to grow?" I'm also sharing some real numbers because it's powerful. In 6 months of working 3 days a week, I have made over $10K in sales just from my group coaching prog…

Welcome to back to the show for this Bonus Episode all about the real real of the vulnerability of being seen in your new way when you make a shift or change. You might be putting yourself in a new place or even just refreshing what you have, and you can get locked up by straddling the line of old and new. As a brand and business educator, I work w…

Hey everyone! In today's episode of the Mother Embrace podcast, we’re doing a catch-up episode! I talk about the inward Spring, using tribulation to produce endurance, and looking at what goes on under the surface. I also talk about how 2023 is the year of support, my exciting new membership, and building a life of our dreams as creatives. Tune in …

With over 14 years of experience in physical therapy, Alison is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics and holds both a Master of Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Texas Woman's University. She began her career in Houston, TX before relocating to Southern California where she received her Pilates Instructor Certificat…

Are you in the thick of the work of being seen, growing your belief in yourself, and growing your business and brand? Rachel Camfield has over 10 years of experience in writing, design, coaching, sales, marketing, speaking, and teaching. She has worked with the novice up to six-figure and multi-million dollar brands. She lives outside of Richmond, …

Welcome to Season 3! We are diving right in with a very intimate conversation today about creating your life. I am here with Sandy Critides, and we are holding nothing back as we dive into our motherhood and life journeys. If you’re looking for a conversation about having the power to choose differently, this show is for you. Together, we are very …

After experiencing an unforeseen illness for 40 days, I am back with you and am so happy to be here. Let’s dive right in. In this episode you’ll learn: 12:09 My top 3 lessons from the 40 days 13:53 Fear of letting people down or disappointing people 17:45 It’s going to take what it takes. 20:07 As horrible as the 40 days were, why I would not go ba…

Leah is a family photographer, working mother, coach, and the Founder of Firefly Photography. She focuses on teaching others to blend the intentionality of business with grace and art. Leah holds a Masters Degree in Education. Hey everyone! In today's episode of the Mother Embrace podcast, I'm here with Leah O’Connell! Leah and I talk about finding…

Where shall we begin? I loved taking time to tap into my 3 top lessons in the last days of being 33 before I step into year 34. So today, we will dive into those as a lot of things have shifted, big time, for me this year. Also, if you’ve ever felt a little sad around your birthday, you are not alone. I’m opening up about what feels like one of the…

I used to think that podcasting was unreachable for me — that other people could do it, but it wasn’t something that I could figure out, afford, or do myself. Well today, I have a Top 10% podcast! So I’m sharing everything I use, my philosophy on podcasting, how I create 2 shows a month, the most frequently asked questions I receive, the benefits I…

Could your soul use a warm bath of permission, storytelling, and love? Just in time for the start of September, you will not want to miss today’s show! I'm here with Molly Crouch. Molly and I talk about her experience of realizing the pace of her family’s life needed to change. We dig into making the right decisions for yourself and/or your family …

I have a little something to say about this online world of ours because you know what, I believe in you. After a 10-year career in marketing and sales, writing and speaking, teaching and making art, all while growing my family, I can tell you we are living in a very unique time in the world. I believe there are people who want to see you, who want…

Welcome to this Bonus Episode! I’m Rachel Camfield, and I’m your creative bestie and back pocket cheerleader. I am your host of this special podcast right here, an artist, and a coach. I work with creative entrepreneurs, coaches, and makers, and I believe you can get paid to be yourself as you put your work out into the world, bravely and with joy.…

Today's episode is dedicated to the new moms and future moms out there. We are talking about "reinventing who you are" after the baby. We are talking openly about fighting the lies that depression and anxiety tell you day in and day out. This is a mental health episode today, and I always say the same thing: It's sometimes really helpful to hear th…

Do you believe your life is and can be your own work of art? Have you ever wondered how a regular, real-life person has worked online for over 5 years? Well in today’s show, I am diving in to what it’s been like working for myself, building out businesses to replace my full-time income within my first month of stepping out on my own, and how I have…

“We really feel strongly and passionately that our most important job as her parents is to give her the biggest piece of paper we can find and let her write her own story.” Welcome, everyone! In today's episode, we have the honor and gift of sharing Story’s story. Story was diagnosed with MED12, a very rare genetic disorder that is not commonly pre…

You will want to listen in if you need a dose of FIRE for how you show up in your world and in your pursuits. I see you leaning into the conversations around taking good care of yourself and purposefully transforming into the person you're called to be. To me, I believe you are mothering yourself in ways, and today’s conversation is for the boldnes…

Joyful, jubilant, accepting, encouraging — this is Paige. It is a huge hope that this conversation brings encouragement, inclusivity, and light to our school-aged children and to parents and to anyone who feels vulnerable showing up as them. Today’s show is like talking with an old friend and one that is going to tell you exactly what she went thro…

Welcome to the show! I have the absolute joy of getting to share a conversation with my dear friend and incredible artist and businesswoman, Maghon Taylor. Maghon talks to us about how it is okay to get our hopes up, how she found her own way to healing after heartbreak, and we also celebrate Maghon's grand opening of her brick and mortar studio in…

Hello and welcome! Today, we are celebrating one year of The Mother Embrace Podcast, and I want to give back to you amazing listeners that have been incredible throughout the year and that kept me going. I am wishing you a Happy Mother’s Day to you if you celebrate and lots of love from me your host Rachel. In this episode, I put together a worksho…

I think we need doulas for living life. I think it would actually aid in the living process! You might feel the same way after listening to today’s show. I love this conversation so much. In this episode, I am gathering with Keisha Graham for our first doula episode. I have had the honor of experiencing doulas in my births as rooted in wisdom, joy,…

Whitney Goodman and is a radically honest psychotherapist behind the hugely popular Instagram account Sit with Whit. She's the author of Toxic Positivity, the owner of the Collaborative Counseling Centre, which is a private therapy practice in Miami, FL. She helps people who want to improve their relationships and emotional awareness. Whitney earne…

Today, I am going to be sharing a rather personal story from last year. I think this will resonate with quite a few women because we need to be open to talking about this more, instead of brushing it under the rug and minimizing our experiences. My hope for this show, is to continue to share our stories in an unedited and welcoming way. I have put …

Think about your childhood moments around your table, think about the table you are sitting at with your family today, and let’s dive into a conversation about mealtime connections. Kathleen Ferguson has more than 30 years of experience as a speech language pathologist with an expertise in feeding and swallowing therapy. Kathleen received her under…

Divorce, marriage, and motherhood all come with unexpected ups and downs. Andy Arbie helps faith-filled women move forward with vision, clarity, and confidence after divorce. She is a single mother to two amazing girls. She says divorce is not the end, it can be a beautiful beginning. Professionally she is a trained Christian life coach and an entr…

Welcome to Season 2 of The Mother’s Embrace Podcast! This started out as a podcast to talk about motherhood, and it still is, but we’ve journeyed into understanding that we’re actually about the love from embrace; where motherhood stands for growth, growing pains, messing up, heartbreaks, triumphs, proud moments, and accomplishments. Not just for o…

Welcome to the final episode of season one! I'm sharing three of the biggest takeaways and lessons I've learned with starting the podcast. First, when you're working on a project, make sure that you're absolutely passionate about it. If your passion somehow fades away, take a step back and realize that you may need some space. My second takeaway is…

Today I’m with my former life coach, who I worked with solidly for three years. Laurel is someone with who we connected at a heart level the moment we met. This episode is all about how essential it is to navigate your own inner world, communication, and relationships. First, Laurel opens up about her story and how she built her family. Plus, we sp…

I am honored to share this episode with this fantastic, strong, optimistic, and loving mother. Her name is Leslie, and we are both from the same small hometown. Our parenting and motherhood journeys have gone alongside each other; we both have an older son and baby daughters. It has been so sweet and pleasant to track alongside one another. You’ll …

This episode will shed light on a whole different perspective and journey on the motherhood experience. Stephanie is a courageous, strong, and brave mother who shares her story with us. I was lucky to meet Stephanie at Virginia Tech. She was a few years older than me, but we were both fitness instructors. Stephanie has many chapters to her motherho…

Does perfection stop you? Perfection is a shield that I have held up for a very long time, thinking it would keep me safe. Six years ago, I realized that perfection wasn’t keeping me safe; instead, it was breaking my heart. This episode celebrates our fifth month of the podcast, and I am talking about ditching perfection for happiness. Plus, I dive…

This is such a helpful episode as it contrasts two different birth experiences. In our conversation, a lot comes to light about this idea of a continuation of care. If you are pregnant, if you are thinking about becoming pregnant, or if you're thinking about growing your family, this episode will bring to light the contrast of our experiences and i…

Today, we are going to be connecting with my first mom of multiples here on the podcast. Kayla so beautifully and transparently explains the process for her as a brand new mom of spontaneous triplets. Kayla openly speaks about her stay within the hospital when she was admitted for five and a half weeks of bed rest. If you have somebody in your life…

Amber Lilyestrom is a transformational branding strategist and business coach, author and speaker. She has been featured by Forbes, Entrepreneur and Working Mother Magazine. She is the host of The Amber Lilyestrom Show podcast, which has over 100,000 monthly downloads. and the creator of the Ignite Your Soul Summit, an annual live event in Portsmou…

Lauryn Laszczak is a devoted wife, mom, entrepreneur, storyteller, and healer at heart. Lauryn's mission is to help women reclaim their power to heal the world with the gifts only they have, and to hold space for those on a healing journey of their own. She is the Co-Founder of Meadows Realty Group, Detroit Mobile Bar, and Retreat to Reclaim. She h…

I have my first in-person live guest with me today, Mr. Camfield himself. We will be interviewing together and sharing a bit about parenthood along this journey since this is my true 50% partner here. We talk about growing our family and the most challenging parts of fatherhood and motherhood. Brain reveals the most unexpected part of being a dad a…

I am here today with an amazing mom and friend, Ashten O'Malley. In this episode, Ashten speaks about going through IVF, which led to her son's birth on June 13, 2020. Tune in as Ashten dives deep into her birth story and gives the scoop on her infertility journey. Ashten went through the wringer to get pregnant, and she went through the wringer af…

Today is a special episode; we hear the story of our first international mother. Sabrina Howell Philip is coming all the way from India. A loving heads up that she will be sharing her story, which includes the birth of her stillborn son. While Sabrina may never fully understand the purpose behind her son’s birth story, she does understand that ther…

In this episode, Bailey Henry describes her journey with infertility, including five miscarriages, marriage, grief, and love. Bailey's journey with infertility made her feel very alone. So, she wrote the book Having a Baby & Other Things I'm Bad At as a valiant effort to comfort herself and others. Bailey dives deep into her story and explains how …

Ali is the mom of two little girls. As a recovering perfectionist, motherhood humbled Ali and continues to humble her. In this episode, we discuss mental health; if you're sensitive to the nature of this subject or topic, you might want to come back to this episode. Ali always wanted to be a mother, so when she became a mother, she felt joy, excite…

I'm actually going to be sharing my story with you today. I will give a little bit more of my backstory and share a few things with you all - we're going to really get to know each other well pretty quickly. In this episode, I will share my birth story with Rosie; this is my second child, my second pregnancy, and my second birth. I will say I strug…

In this episode, Calla Talman shares her story with all of the nuances and different starting points, stopping points, and insights. We have a transparent conversation, and Calla explains that it's okay to decide and find the confidence around knowing when your family is complete. It doesn't matter what your reason is, as long as it's authentic to …

I love that this podcast is launching the week of Mother's Day. It's so special to get to think about motherhood, speak to it, and connect with people on it. Many of us dreamed of growing up and being moms. I can't wait to share stories of women who didn't dream of that and became moms. There are all different sizes, shapes, and shades of motherhoo…