Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond

Violence & scary themes in children's stories

26 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Pregnancy Birth and Beyond we delve into the world of children's stories and more specifically about violence and scary themes in book...

New baby? Call in the village.

20 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Jayne Alder, midwife, mother and grandmother, speaks about the three main issues new mother struggle with:sleeping, feeding and thinking they have to ...

"As Long as the Baby is Healthy" - Part 2

14 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We all want a healthy baby, there's no question of that, but Sally believes there are underlying beliefs to the common phrase "As long as the baby is ...

The emotional side of fertility issues

03 Jul 2017

Contributed by Lukas

When you want something, that for many is fundamental to their human existence, a biological drive, to carry a baby and nurture a baby... to raise a ...

The good enough parent; rapture & repair

26 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Are you a good enough parent? With all the demands and expectations of raising babies and children in the modern world, from programs offering promise...

Is your Home making you Sick?

22 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Biotoxins can be produced by the body in response to all sorts of allergens, such as dust and mould.Reine DuBois, naturopath from The Health Lodge, By...

the Changing Landscape of Medicine

16 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Moving from a disease management based model of care and toward a patient-centred model of care Functional Medicine is able to treat disease at its ro...

Adolescence: The Challenges and the Opportunities

09 Jun 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Robin Grille speaks on the era of adolescence, the unique challenges for not only our adolescents in their transformation, but also for us as their pa...

The sharing of positive birth stories with Pam England

31 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Does sharing birth stories actually benefit those preparing for their birthing time? I ask Pam England, "isn't it a good thing to share positive birth...

Our first show on Gender & Sexual Diversity!

28 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Gender 101 with Gopi LevGopi Lev is a queer femme based in the Northern Rivers. Passionate about intersectional feminism, art and the pursuit of justi...

Mothers Moving Mountains and Saving our Birth Services

19 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

At the 2009 Peace Conference in Canada, the Dalai Lama said ‘The world will be saved by the Western Woman’.In towns and suburbs around Australia, ...

When a baby dies; being with death and grief

02 May 2017

Contributed by Lukas

When you are pregnant, for most parents to be it is a time of great joy, anticipation, hopes and dreams of having a baby, and raising a family. Howeve...

Paul Crebar on Parenting for our Planet

26 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Paul Crebar, Production Manager from Renewfest.org.au (6-7 May 2017), among many other things, speaks about the potential for parenting as an investme...

Midwife - with woman

18 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features 'Midwife; being with woman'. In Australia a baby is born every 2 minutes. Midwives, are in ways the unsung hero's of maternity ...

Pam England on Birth as a Hero's Journey

10 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features an interview with Pam England, author, midwife, artist and founder of Birthing From Within. Her first book Birthing From Within...

Mindfulness for Peaceful Parenting

06 Apr 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Christine Berry, mum to three boys, speaks of her experience in bringing mindfulness into her life as a single parent and to support her during the te...

Making our maternity care the best it can be

23 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

The evidence is in, the policies exist yet 92% of Australian women do not have the best form of maternity care - continuity of woman-centred care near...

"As Long as the Baby is Healthy" Part 1

03 Mar 2017

Contributed by Lukas

We all want a healthy baby, there's no question of that, but Sally believes there are underlying beliefs to the common phrase "As long as the baby is ...

The funny and scary world of raising teen daughters

20 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Raising teen girls can be a little hairy at times, and a little bit scary too... but not to fear, this episode we'll be giving you the low down on par...

Extras: Healing from Food Allergies and Sensitivities: One Mother's Path

18 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

From The Belly Show, which airs on BayFM each Monday 12-2pm. Sally's interview with a local mum about her 10 year journey of dealing with her daughter...

Breastfeeding after breast cancer

14 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Breasts we all have them. But what if your breast(s) were trying to kill you and then you went on to nourish your baby. This episode – Healing throu...

The family as ashram: raising teens, step parenting and supporting ourselves

09 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with mother, yoga teacher and speaker Lissie Turner on the opportunities for personal growth that parenting presents us, particularl...

Embodied Feminine Leadership Experience P1

05 Feb 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Lisa Fitzpatrick on the Embodied Feminine Leadership Experience series part one. - What is feminine leadership and how do we embody this. Written by L...

“I sang at the top of my lungs, and found the safest birth care for me and my baby”

31 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

Over 80% of women can expect to give birth normally, given the right support - continuity of care that is founded on the understanding that birth is u...

"Will I be able to have a VBAC"

25 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

"I think I had the sense, at the time, that my body didn't work and I wanted to feel like it did work. At the time, I didn't realise all the ways my b...

Becoming Your Sensual Self - Annalee chats to Dr Saida Desilets & Guests

08 Jan 2017

Contributed by Lukas

You’re with Annalee Atia and my delicious interview with Dr Saida Desilets, which I was honored to record during her weekend workshop in the Byron H...

Benefits of Midwife-Led Continuity of Care

28 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Interview with expectant mums Hayley and Emma about their birthing choices and information about the benefits of continuity of midwifery led care for ...

Extras: Dr Howard Chilton on the Needs of Newborn Babies: CRN Release

21 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's shorter interview with Dr Howard Chilton, Neonatal Paediatrician and author of "Baby on Board" and "Your Cherished Baby" about the needs of ne...

Dr Howard Chilton on the Needs of Newborn Babies

20 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's full interview with Dr Howard Chilton, Neonatal Paediatrician and author of "Baby on Board" and "Your Cherished Baby" about the needs of newbo...

From Couple to Parenthood; In the Blink of a Baby's Eye

15 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

From Couple to Parent (in the Blink of a Baby’s Eye)Getting to Know the new ‘us’Our guest for this episode of the Pregnancy Birth and Beyond Rad...

Erica Nettle-Chik on plants, parenting and Luminous Youth

05 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Erica Nettle-Chik, mother of 4 and founder of the "Luminous Youth Village". www.luminousyouth.comReferences: Susun Weed, "Wise ...

Spoken word; women & mothers with Fleassy Malay

02 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This episode of Pregnancy Birth & Beyond we have guest Fleassy Malay in the studio talking women and mothers claiming their voice through the art of s...

A discussion on Abortion with Annalee Atia, Lisa Fitzpatrick & Angela Fitzgerald

01 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We don’t often hear the word abortion in our daily conversation. It’s a topic that is private, still controversial & often laden with emotional tu...

The Chakras of Pregnancy and Birth with Anna Watts

22 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Spiritual Healer, Childbirth Educator, Doula Trainer and Intrepid World Traveller Anna Watts shares with us her wisdom around the Chakras for Pregnanc...

"At Least You Have a Healthy Baby"

18 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Perinatal Depression and Anxiety Awareness Week is held over one week each November. One in 7 women and one in 10 men suffer from this condition.This...

Pelvic Healthcare for Women with Julia Rossmanith.

10 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond we speak with Julia Rossmanith, a practitioner of The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® and H...

Placenta smoothie anyone? all things placenta.

02 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

The placenta, your baby's first mother, this amazing organ is responsible for keeping your baby well nourished. The placenta during pregnancy sits alo...

Paul Crebar on becoming a father

24 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Paul, 12 months after his initial interview when he was expecting the birth of his child. http://www.spreaker.com/user/pregnanc...

Susun Weed on herbal wisdom and the Wise Woman's Way

24 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally and Erica Nettle-Chick's interview with Susun Weed about herbs for healing and health, the wise woman's way, plant consciousness and so much mor...

Can motherhood and sensuality coexist?

22 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Avalon Darnesh founder of Blossoming Woman shares her insights and knowledge on reclaiming yourself as a mother and whole woman. Here Avalon shares w...

Extras: Byron Shire Mums and Munchkins

18 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with local mum Nerrida about her community initiative "Byron Shire Mums and Munchkins" facebook group where mums can reach out for s...

Trusting within, with Holly Goldberg

10 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Trust. Trust in your body, trust in birth... there are many positive birth affirmations around trusting your body but what does it really mean to trus...

Libby O'Donnell on Post Term Pregnancy

28 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with midwife Libby O'Donnell from The Lismore Birth House on post term pregnancy, induction, weighing up the risks and benefits, alt...

Extras: Maha and Cecile on the Mothers' Centre

24 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Maha al Musa and Cecile Love about the upcoming popup event for families - "The Mothers' Centre" on 26 November at St John's Ha...

A family Afloat

12 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to live a life less ordinary... On the Pregnancy Birth and Beyond Radio show we share the story of the Lauducci family of five aboar...

Angela Fitzgerald on Healing After Birth

19 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Angela Fitzgerald and local mum Kate about the power of sharing birth stories for healing from birth. Includes brief recording...

Connecting children with Nature and Rhythm with Annie Bryant

09 Jul 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Annie Bryant is a storyteller and songwriter who loves nothing more than to transform the joy, laughter, growls and tears of her own family life into ...

Tami Lynn Kent Women's Holistic Pelvic Health

28 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Tami Lynn Kent, mother of 3 boys, physiotherapist and author of 3 books about bringing spiritual awareness to women's pelvic re...

Jacinta McEwan - Ayurvedic Approach to Pregnancy and Post-Natal Wellbeing

27 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Caroline talks to Wise Medicine Woman Jacinta McEwan from Mullum Herbals / Om Healing about the Ayurvedic Approach to Pregnancy, Birt...

Extras: Dr Lauren Tober on Mental Health for Mothers

26 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline interviews Dr Lauren Tober on her Integrated perspective drawn from the traditions of both Clinical Psychology and Ancient Yogic Wisdom, disc...

Helena Norberg-Hodge - The Economics of Happiness

26 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline interviews Localisation Pioneer and Founder of localfutures.org Helena Norberg Hodge, about her life's work based on her many decades working...

Tamar Ben Hur - Self Actualisation

25 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline interviews psychotherapist Tamar Ben Hur on the question of whether self actualisation for women is attainable inside a long term monogamous ...

Hope Medford on motherhood, music and creativity

23 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Hope Medford is a mother, musician and visual artist involved in the healing arts, sustainability education and community health. She has been the per...

Mumpreneur Baylee on Mama + Me Markets

22 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Interview with mumpreneur Baylee founder of the Mama + Me. The Mama + Me blossomed out of my frustrations of trying to raise two children and also th...

Ingrid Pullen Photography and breastfeeding

22 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Interview with Ingrid Pullen, photographer, mother and accidental breastfeeding advocate. Ingrid shares with us her passion and life through the came...

Dana Martin on radical un-schooling and natural learning

22 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an interview with radical unschooling mama Dayna Martin. Dayna has been inspiring families for over a decade through sharing her experien...

Robin Grille on the link between Healthy Birth and a Healthy Earth

21 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Robin Grille, psychologist, author and speaker at the upcoming Healthy Birth Healthy Earth Conference in September 2016 at Find...

Continuity of Care with Byron Community Birthing Service

15 Jun 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Ti Harrison and Cathy Adams from the Northern New South Wales Local Health District about the birth service at Mullumbimby whic...

Dr Oscar Serrallach on Postnatal Depletion

30 May 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Oscar Serrallach about post natal depletion, the social causes, the classic signs, and tips for recovery.www.oscarserrallach.co...

New Conscious Motherhood Magazine - WILLOW, Fi & Sandra.

28 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

We are excited to have the beautiful women behind the recently revealed Willow Magazine, a new one of a kind interactive and digital magazine, created...

Turiya Hanover & Rupda on Healing Trauma through the Nervous System.

26 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Our gusts today, Turiya & Rupda will be talking with us about Somatic Experiencing or SE as its known in the field. The deep understandings and insigh...

Two Midwifery Students talk Birth and Student Life

19 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Gaby Tudor and Ineka Morrosini about being student midwives, what brought them to study midwifery, their understanding of birth...

Moving with the Moon with Ana Davis

06 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline Cowley speaks with Ana Davis from Bliss Baby Yoga about her new book "Moving with the Moon: Nurturing Yoga, Movement and Meditation for every...

Sequoia Krop from the School of Shamanic Womancraft

05 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sequoia Krop from Within Woman talks about travel, birth, sisterhood, and her life's calling towards Shamanic Womancraft, as well as the Red Tent Cere...

Ynte Kylstra on Womanhood and Motherhood

03 Apr 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with local mum Ynte Kylstra on her major influences in womanhood, birth and into motherhood, including "Spiritual Midwifery" by Ina ...

Hope Medford on birth, music & women's well being

30 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Lara's interview with Hope Medford; mother, midwife, solo artist, percussionist for Medicine for the People. Hope shares with us her her wisdom on bi...

Medicine Woman & Herbalist Linda Bates in her home with Annalee Atia

08 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Linda Bates is a fourth-generation Master Herbalist and Medicine Woman. "plants that heal and how to use them, medicine from the garden and from the w...

Annalee and Sally about Arabian Nights Fundraiser

02 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Annalee and Sally speaking about the fundraiser evening for our radio show and for BayFM, why we are wanting to raise funds for the show and how our r...

Angela Fitzgerald on midwifery and women in birth

02 Mar 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with midwife Angela Fitzgerald about the issues women face in birth.Aired on 99.9 BayFM in Byron Bay on 29 February 2016.//angelafit...

Denise Love on Supporting Birthing Women

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with mother, grandmother and doula Denise Love about preparing to be in the birth space as a support person.Recorded in November 201...

Csilla Tottzer on Homeschooling

26 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Csilla Tottzer, mother of 6, who homeschooled 5 of her children and wrote "Love Learn Live" about her family's experiences of h...

Mother and Son: A solo parenting journey

20 Jan 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Sandy Baxter about her experience of raising her son, now 21 yrs, on her own.Sandy says in spite of the enormous challenges of ...

Prem Williams from Sacred Earth, on motherhood.

12 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to Prem Williams, from Australian Music Duo Sacred Earth, talking about motherhood, the sisterhood, relationships, music and her connection to ...

The best way to Cloth Nappy; with Jannine Barron

11 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Jannine Barron, founder of Nature's Child on cloth nappies.Aired on 99.9 BayFM Byron Bay on 7 Dec 2015.www.natureschild.com.auP...

Annie Bryant singer storyteller "Summertime Christmas"

11 Dec 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Annie Bryant about ways to bring meaning to the festive season beyond just consumerism. And she performs live her new song "Su...

From Medical to Home Birth, Annalee interviews her partner Danny on fatherhood.

30 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, my husband and life partner, Danny has graciously agreed to come on the show and talk about his experience with fatherhood. We cha...

Paul Crebar on Expectant Fatherhood

28 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with expectant father, Paul Crebar about his hopes and expectations and the mysteries of parenthood that await him. The two main mys...

Extras: Birthing Service at Murwillumbah - continuity of care, early discharge

05 Nov 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Rachel Bryant and Sally Cusack on ABC North Coast Radio news on Tweed Valley Birthing Service and discharge of women 4-6 hours post birth.Aired 6 Nove...

Raine Sharpe, CalmBirth & Becoming Grandmother + Jennifer Lalor on the Halprin Art/Life Process. Produced and Presented by Annalee Atia.

22 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

our wonderful guests today are Jennifer Lalor and Raine Sharpe.Jennifer Lalor is a somatic (body-based) educator and practitioner with over 17 years e...

Mum writes book about differences to support son with Autism Spectrum Disorder & change perceptions, with Misa Alexander.

14 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Today on the show we have a beautiful guest with us, Misa Alexander, a Canadian that calls our beloved Byron shire, home. Misa is a graphic designer a...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 10 Erica - The Budding of their Wings

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Erica Nettle-Chik, mother, herbalist and founder of Luminous Youth on supporting our children as they unfold to realise their full potential as human ...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 09 Zanni Louise - Fostering Creativity

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Zanni Louise, mother and author on how we can foster our creativity as parents.Segment 6 from the 10 part series "Pearls of Parenting Wisdom" created ...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 08 Paulette Bray-Narai- Parenting with Compassion

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Paulette Bray-Narai, mother and compassionate communication (NVC) instructor parenting with compassion.Segment 8 from the 10 part series "Pearls of Pa...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 07 Annalee Atia - For Mothers, Building Support Around You

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Annalee Atia, mother, presenter on "Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Radio" and health coach on ways to build the support networks we need as parents.Segme...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 06 Star Despres - Caring for Ourselves

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Star Despres, mother and sacred rest specialist on caring for ourselves as mothers.Segment 6 from the 10 part series "Pearls of Parenting Wisdom" crea...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 05 Caroline - Life with 3 Children

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline Cowley, mother, presenter on "Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Radio" and pregnancy yoga instructor on life with three young children.Segment 5 fr...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 04 Annalee Atia on Intuitive + Gentle Parenting

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Annalee Atia, mother, presenter on "Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond Radio" and health coach on intuitive and gentle parenting.Segment 4 from the 10 part s...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 03 Jannine Barron - Caring for our Earth

12 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Jannine Barron, founder of Nature's Child on caring for our earth as we care for our children.Segment 3 from the 10 part series "Pearls of Parenting W...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 02 Darren Mattock - Preparing for Fatherhood

11 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Darren Mattock, founder of Becoming Dad on preparing for fatherhood.Segment 2 from the 10 part series "Pearls of Parenting Wisdom" created by Sally Cu...

Pearls of Parenting Wisdom: Ep. 01 Lara Martin - Preparing for Birth + Series Preview

11 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Lara Martin, mother, doula, broadcaster and childbirth educator on preparing for birth.www.consciousbirth.comCopyright 2015 PBB Media and Sally Cusack...

Monica Elliott on cravings during her pregnancies

05 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Monica Elliott, mother of Ros Elliott from Go Earthcare show on BayFM, shares her experiences with cravings during pregnancy over 60 years ago.Sincere...

Patricia Edmonds PART 2 Home Birth Midwifery & more

05 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Part 2 of Sally's interview with Patricia Edmonds, American homebirth midwife about midwifery, continuity of care and much more. Recorded at Byron Ba...

Nicole Moore on the limbic imprint and our olfactory senses

05 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Nicole Moore from Birth into Being Australia on the impact of smells in our early life and how we carry them into our adult lives, as well as for a mo...

Patricia Edmonds on use of ultrasounds in pregnancy Pt1

04 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Part one of Sally's two part interview with Patricia Edmonds, homebirth midwife from the US about the role of technology such as ultrasounds during pr...

Nicole Moore on emotional healing with water

04 Oct 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Nicole about the use of water in healing from past traumas and 'recoding' our limbic imprint. Aired on BayFM on 28 September 2...

Caroline interviews Jody Vassallo about Balancing The Busy

22 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Jody Vassallo talks about Balancing The Busy, a Womens Health Conference on Oct 10 2015 in Bangalow, NSW, Australia, featuring Dr Libby Weaver as keyn...

Bone Broth and its healing little miracles with Angela and Tami

08 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Annalee speaks with Angela Snow & Tamar Dubb from Soulfull Broths about the benefits of brothing. Bone Broth has been around for mill...

Shayla Plosko and Ritchie Male Student Midwife

02 Sep 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Sally's interview with Shayla Plosko, mum from Canberra who started a petition to have maternity services policies and procedures updated according t...

Murwillumbah Birth Service Update and Jane Hardwicke Collings

31 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Aired on 99.9 BayFM on 31 Aug 2015.Sally's update on campaign to reinstate birthing services at Murwillumbah Hospital and at 7:45 mins her interview w...

Caroline Cowley with Anna Watts - Spiritual Birthing

25 Aug 2015

Contributed by Lukas

Caroline Cowley interviews Anna Watts, Child Birth Educator, Doula Trainer and Spiritual Healer on Spiritual Birthing and the Sacred Feminine. Midway ...