Welcome to the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneur's Collective podcast, hosted by Niamh Cassidy, the founder of the Collective. Niamh is a childbirth educator and lactation consultant. She initially started her childbirth education business as a side hustle alongside working full time in social care. Starting her own business wasn't easy for Niamh, as she found it hard to fill her classes and get lactation clients, even when she quit her fulltime job. She worried about 'the competition' and ...
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From College Dropout to 75 Employees: The Courage to Build Something Bigger
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35:48In this episode, I’m joined by Carson J. Wagner, founder of Lifetime of Love Nannies, a US-based childcare agency offering inclusive, personalised, 24/7 in-home care. Carson started her business at just 19, left college, ignored every voice telling her she was crazy… and went on to build a company with over 75 employees across three locations (and …
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The Parenting Copywriter on Telling Your Story & Selling Without the Ick
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38:46Do you ever sit staring at your website or Instagram post wondering how to actually put into words what you do? Or maybe you’ve been told to “share your story” but aren’t sure how to do that without feeling boastful? In this week’s episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m joined by Sarah Davis — The Parenting Copyw…
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Why Your Summer Slowdown Doesn’t Mean You’ve Failed (and How to Reset for September)
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21:52If your summer felt slow, you’re not alone. Many birthworkers experience a summer slump — enquiries dip, classes don’t fill, clients go quiet, and social media engagement drops. It can feel like you’ve lost momentum or even failed… but the truth is, this is simply the rhythm of birthwork. In this episode, I’m catching you up with a quick life updat…
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Working With Your Cycle: Boost Productivity & Balance in Your Business
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33:21In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m joined by Tayba Azim, counsellor, psychotherapist, and Mizan therapist. Together, we explore how understanding your menstrual cycle and its inner seasons can help you thrive as a woman in business. We dive into: 🌸 What Mizan therapy is and how it supports reproductiv…
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Making the Shift: Navigating Career Change into Birthwork
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34:42In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with the brilliant Anke Roth — a postpartum doula and parenting coach, to hear her amazing and inspiring story of leaving a high-flying corporate job to follow her heart into birthwork. Anke spent over 25 years working in the tech industry, managing global tea…
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Behind the Biz: Your Questions Answered on Policies, Dream Clients & Paying Yourself
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17:02Are you second-guessing the ‘business bits’ of your birthwork practice? In this behind-the-scenes episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m giving you a taster of the kind of real-world, no-fluff support we offer inside Your Birth Biz – The Membership. I’m answering three brilliant and very relatable questions from …
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The Gut-Health Reset for Burnt-Out Birthworkers
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32:05Are you constantly giving to others but struggling to prioritise your own wellbeing? In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m joined by wellness coach and founder of Live Life Well, Jo Bibby, for a powerful chat on how gut health can impact your mood, energy, hormones—and your business success. Jo shares he…
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Spilling the Tea - The Personal Story Behind My Work in Birth and Business Support
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30:34In this week’s episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m pulling back the curtain and sharing something a little more personal than usual—my own story. From an unexpected pregnancy in 2012 to becoming a fully booked lactation consultant, childbirth educator, and a business mentor for birthworkers, I’m walking you th…
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How to Build Strength Without Burnout: Mindset, Movement & Motivation for Busy Birthworkers
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35:45In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with women's wellness coach and nutritionist Louise O’Brien, founder of Badass Coaching, to talk about how birthworkers and busy women can build strength, boost energy, and care for their bodies—without burning out. With over 17 years’ experience in coaching w…
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In this episode of the Pregnancy and Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast, host Niamh Cassidy addresses various questions from listeners, focusing on common challenges faced by those in the pregnancy and postnatal industry. Topics include overcoming feelings of inadequacy as a new teacher, the importance of networking to attract clients, prep…
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From Solo Doula to Agency Founder: Building a Birthwork Business
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33:30In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m joined by the brilliant Kristin Revere, founder of Gold Coast Doulas, co-author of Supported: Your Guide to Birth and Baby, and seasoned doula business owner based in Michigan. We dive into the real story of how Kristin went from working in political fundraising to r…
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Three Simple Ways to Get More Clients as a New Birth Worker
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14:31Are you a new doula, lactation consultant, antenatal educator, or birth worker feeling stuck when it comes to getting clients? Or maybe you’ve been in business for a while but bookings have slowed right down — and you're wondering what you're doing wrong. In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, Niamh Cassidy —…
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From Passion to Profit: How to Make Your Birthwork Business Financially Sustainable
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39:47Are you struggling to turn your passion into a profitable business? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with Rachel Smith, founder of the Get More Clients Academy and a transformational business coach helping female entrepreneurs scale to consistent £5K months. Rachel shares he…
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Do you ever feel like time just slips away? Do tasks take far longer than you expected, leaving you overwhelmed and behind schedule? You’re not alone! In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I dive into the struggle of time blindness—a common challenge for birthworkers, business owners, and anyone juggling mul…
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Breaking Through Self-Doubt & Limiting Beliefs in Business
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36:16If you’ve ever felt stuck in your birthwork business—struggling with time, self-belief, or money mindset blocks—this episode is for you! I'm joined by self-belief business coach Vicky Shilling, author of Just Start Now, to dive deep into the mindset shifts that truly move the needle in your business. We’re covering: ✅ Why strategy alone isn’t enoug…
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50th Episode Celebration: Reflecting on the Podcast Journey & Exciting Future Plans
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21:32Wow—this is a BIG milestone! In this special 50th episode, I’m reflecting on the journey of this podcast, from a spontaneous idea to a thriving resource for birth and postpartum workers. Did you know that less than 50% of podcasts make it past episode 10 and only 8.5% reach episode 50? So, this is truly something to celebrate! 🥳 What You’ll Hear in…
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EP. 49: Self-Compassion, Shame & Sustainable Business
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41:23In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Jenny Turner, a clinical psychologist and founder of Mind Body Soul Psychology. Jenny shares her journey from working in the NHS to starting her private practice, how she overcame fears around running a business, and the role of self-compassion in pre…
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EP. 48: The Fear of Putting Yourself Out There (and How to Overcome It)
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11:35Are you afraid of putting yourself out there? Whether you're a brand-new birth worker or have been in the industry for years, visibility can feel terrifying. In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I tackle the fear of being seen, particularly on social media, and how it might be holding you back from growing …
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Ep: 47. Starting a Podcast as a Birth Worker
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37:08In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I chat with Katy Bolton, host of The Mother Gaia Birthy Pod, about her journey into podcasting. Katy shares how her personal birth experiences led her to birth work, why she started her podcast, and how she manages podcasting alongside her business and family life. If yo…
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EP: 46. Balancing Volunteering and Your Birth Work Business
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22:42Volunteering can be an incredibly rewarding experience, but when you’re also running a business—especially as a woman—it’s not always easy to find the balance. In this episode, I’m sharing my honest take on navigating the complexities of volunteering while maintaining your business, mental health, and financial stability. I’ll open up about my own …
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In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, Niamh Cassidy chats with Globebaby Doula Lorraine Lozano, a full-spectrum doula, about the often-overlooked importance of self-care and reflection for birth workers. Lorraine opens up about her journey into the world of doula work, the challenges she has faced—including …
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In this powerful episode, Ros Drake opens up about her 25-year journey as a chiropractor, her experiences with pregnancy and childbirth, and the insights she's gained along the way. From the challenges of her first birth to the healing experience of her second, Ros shares how these moments shaped her passion for maternal health. She highlights the …
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EP. 43: Is It All In Your Head? Mastering your Mindset
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14:29Welcome to the Pregnancy and Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, hosted by Niamh Cassidy. In this episode, we dive into one of the most transformative lessons from The NEST Programme: Mastering Your Mindset. What We Cover in This Episode: Why mindset matters: Tackling mindset blocks is the foundation for business growth. Without this work, …
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EP. 42: F**k Resolutions, Do This Instead
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13:58In this episode, I’m chatting about why traditional New Year’s resolutions often fall flat and sharing a fresh perspective for approaching 2025. Instead of vague, uninspiring goals, I’m diving into the power of setting clear intentions that truly connect with what drives you. I’ll let you in on a bit of my own journey—how understanding the “why” be…
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EP. 41: Looking Back, Moving Forward: Lessons from 2024 to bring into 2025
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14:03In this episode, Niamh, a antenatl educator, IBCLC and business coach, reflects on the lessons learned from the past year, emphasizing the importance of personal growth, health, and planning. She shares her journey of overcoming challenges, prioritizing well-being, and the significance of making time for what truly matters in life. Niamh encourages…
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In this episode, Niamh Cassidy discusses the concept of the 'golden thread' in birth work businesses, emphasizing the importance of uncovering unique qualities, understanding personal motivations, defining ideal clients, and crafting clear messaging. She encourages listeners to reflect on their unique attributes and how these can be woven into thei…
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EP. 39: How to Use CHATGPT as a Birth Worker
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14:28In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, I’m diving into something game-changing for your business—how to use AI tools like ChatGPT. Now, before you roll your eyes and think, “But I’m in a people-focused business!”—hear me out. ChatGPT isn’t here to replace your voice or expertise; it’s here to support and ampl…
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Ep. 38: Visualizing Success: A Guided Journey
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8:26In this episode Niamh brings you through a guided visualization exercise designed to help you envision your future success and the thriving birth or postpartum business you aspire to create. Through deep breathing and imaginative exercises, just like we do with our pregnant clients, you are encouraged to connect with your goals, values, and the leg…
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Ep. 37: Safeguarding Your Business when Pregnant or Planning a Pregnancy
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29:52In this episode, I sit down with Business and Mindset Coach, Amy Crumpton, to explore how birthworkers can safeguard their businesses and income while preparing for maternity leave. Amy has over seven years of experience working with thousands of clients, generating 7-figures in revenue. She recently pivoted her business to help women strategically…
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Ep. 36: If I started From Scratch, this is what I'd do....
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14:41Welcome back to the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast! After a summer break, your host Niamh Cassidy is back and ready to dive into some seriously game-changing advice for birthworkers. Episode Highlights: Today, Niamh reflects on what she would do differently if she were starting her birthwork business from scratch. Whether yo…
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In this episode I chat with Emma Benyon about that often controversial topic of 'self care and what is it anyway? And what does is mean as a birth or postnatal worker? How can we make sure our tanks are full so we can continue to give to clients? And how do we even fit it in!? Emma breaks it all down for us and gives easy practical tools you can im…
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EP. 34: The Uncomfortableness of Investing in Yourself
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29:24In this episode I talk about how it feels to take yourself way out of your comfort zone in relation to belief that you are worth it. have a listen Free Guide Follow me Instagram Facebook Linked In Join our free Facebook GroupBy Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC
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From Solopreneur to Ireland's First Doula Company
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35:59In this episode Niamh chats with Mary Tighe, co-owner of Doulacare Ireland. Doulacare Ireland provide training to birth & postpartum doulas and also works together with over 40 Independent Doula Contractors who offer birth and postpartum support to families around Ireland. Mary herself is an experienced birth and postpartum doula, childbirth educat…
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In this episode of The Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective podcast, host Niamh Cassidy delves into the world of blogging, uncovering its remarkable potential for birth workers looking to expand their businesses. Niamh explores the undeniable power of blogging in today's digital landscape. Despite the prevalence of social media, she highl…
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In this episode your host Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC, Antenatal Educator and business coach & mentor to birth & postpartum workers takes you through what it means to create a mindset of balance and boundaries and how that can help you thrive in business. Do we all have the same 24 hours in the day? Lets find out... Topics -Running a business and being a …
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Join us in this episode of where we dive into the world of content creation and discuss how to elevate your game by avoiding common pitfalls. Host Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC and THE business coach and mentor to birth & postpartum workers, shares valuable insights on crafting content that resonates with your audience, from prioritizing their needs to infu…
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In this episode Niamh chats with Crystal Bantel, affectionately known as Your Tech Fairy. They discuss everything you wanted to know about email marketing and freebie funnels including: What is email marketing? What are the benefits of email marketing? How do you get started? How to nurture your subscribers Using email marketing to book clients Mak…
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Are they limiting beliefs? Imposter syndrome? Or, just temporary thought patterns? We all have mindset issues that hold us back. In this episode I go through the 5 top ones that I see in Birth & Postpartum Workers and how to overcome them. Download the 10 Steps to Stand Out % Get More clients here Follow me Instagram Facebook Linked In Join our fre…
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In this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast our host, Niamh Cassidy, IBCLC, chats with Rebecca Reddin about the impact of vicarious trauma on birth & postpartum workers, how to prevent it and how to treat it. Rebecca is a PSI and IACP accredited Counselling Psychologist and Certified Perinatal Specialist and has in…
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To Niche or Not to Niche: Unpacking the Pros and Cons
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13:43Join us in this episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast as we tackle a question buzzing in the minds of birth and postpartum professionals – "Should I niche down?" While it might seem like serving pregnant or postnatal families is niche enough, we explore the potential benefits and challenges of getting even more speci…
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What to do When there's a Lull in Business
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14:53In this episode, we delve into a topic every birth and postpartum professional encounters: business lulls. Join Niamh Cassidy, coach and business mentor to Birth & Postpartum Workers, as we explore strategies to not only weather the storm but emerge stronger than ever. Building a Steady Clientele Cultivating Referrals: Discover the power of word of…
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People often ask why I train other birth and postpartum workers to do well in business, well that's the topic of todays conversation with Fiona Rea, IBCLC - training in the competition! Fiona Rea is a mum to 4 beautiful breastfed almost all adult children with experience of birthing 3 at home and 1 in hospital. Since 2011 she is an International Bo…
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In this important episode I discuss the all too little talked about subject of burnout in birthwork. My guest Jennifer Santos is a a former childbirth educator, former doula and current certified nurse-midwife working with parents and birth workers in a state of overwhelm to provide information, support and evidence-supported interventions to move …
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3 Important Lessons I Learned (that can help you too)
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17:18In this unedited episode recorded on New Years Day 2024 I take you through three lessons I learned last year that I think will help you too. It's not easy being a birth & postpartum worker and caring your for own family and all the other responsibilities you have! In the episode I also mention my amazing Balance & Boundaries for Birth & Postpartum …
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Welcome to the 'Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast'! In this episode our host Niamh Cassidy tackles the elephant in the room: PRICING! She discusses Hourly Rate Tactics and why you should ditch being a copycat (or it is a scaredy cat?). We discover the pros and cons of value-based pricing and how it's not about hours; it's about…
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In this episode our host Niamh Cassidy discusses the nuances of ethics in the birth and postpartum 'industry' with Christine Staricka, GOLD Academy faculty member and internationally renowned IBCLC. Niamh & Christine touch on the influence of the WHO code but also on how to decide whether an event or a speaking opportunity is compatible with ethica…
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Mentoring and Coaching: My Journey and What It Means for You
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10:17Join us in this episode of "The Pregnancy and Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective" as we delve into our Founder, Niamh's, personal journey through various mentoring experiences, highlighting the pitfalls and successes along the way. From the limitations of generic business mentoring to the eye-opening discovery of an ideal coaching style, Niamh shar…
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Creating a Business that Takes Care of You
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39:10In this episode we dive deep into the world of building a business that not only serves your clients but also looks after you. Join host Niamh Cassidy as she chats openly with Annie Frisbie, a seasoned lactation consultant, and creator of the Lactation Private Practice Essential Toolkit. Niamh and Annie discuss their journeys from volunteering to e…
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Welcome to another insightful episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, the go-to resource for birth and postpartum workers looking to elevate their business game! In todays episode we're diving deep into the world of visual storytelling with a special guest who knows the power of video like no other. In this episode, I…
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Are you stuck waiting for confidence to take that leap in your business? It's time to rewrite the narrative! In this invigorating episode of the Pregnancy & Postnatal Entrepreneurs Collective Podcast, join host Niamh Cassidy, a seasoned childbirth educator, lactation consultant, and business mentor, as she dismantles the myth that you need to be co…
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