Personal stories and survival tips for new moms (and anyone who's given birth), in Beverly, MA and the North Shore! We talk about everything from birth trauma and breastfeeding to identity, mental health, and local resources. Our society doesn’t make it easy for moms—so let’s build the kind of community and change we want to see, starting right here in Beverly. Whether you’re a mom yourself or you’ve ever loved one, tune in to laugh, cry, and shake things up with us. Moms brought us ALL into this world…so give us our dang flowers!
This time around, I'd like to tell my own story.
This episode was recorded about a year ago, when I Brought You Into This World was still new and some of the feelings were still a bit raw. I'm sharing it now with more perspective, while leaving the conversation largely as it was.
Joined by my good friend Liz, I reflect on becoming a mom to twins and the complicated postpartum experience that followed—from a mental health crisis and psychiatric hospitalization to a brain bleed, surgery, and my journey toward finding my way back to myself and feeling confident and at home in my new role as mom.
This episode has banter and humor, some anger, and an honest conversation about why sharing a complicated story can feel like “too much,” the gaps between mental and physical healthcare, learning to advocate for yourself, and why making space for these conversations matters.
Content note: This episode discusses postpartum mental health, suicidal statements made during a mental health crisis, psychiatric hospitalization, and medical trauma.
29 Jul 2026
Triple the Fun! (ft. Megan Browne Gauthier)
In this episode, Amanda sits down with Megan Browne Gauthier, badass mom to 2-year-old TRIPLETS (plus a 5-year-old!) to talk about her rollercoaster journey into motherhood.
From falling in love with accounting and dreaming of an even-numbered happy family…to an IVF journey, pregnancy during COVID, complications, and her husband’s health scare, we cover it all while I marvel at her sitting there animated and vibrant. To be this strong yet unafraid to be vulnerable and real….Women are amazing!
Thank you, Megan, for sharing your story. I hope it reaches the parents, especially the fellow triplet moms, who need to hear it!
1 Jul 2026
Mothering Ourselves Mindfully (ft. Sarah Lowell Harmon)
In this episode of I Brought You Into This World, Amanda talks with Sarah Lowell Harmon, creator of Mothering Ourselves Mindfully.
Sarah shares her personal story of growing up, becoming a therapist, navigating a painful estrangement from her own mother, and eventually building a body of work around helping women “mother” themselves with more compassion, steadiness, and care.
Together, Amanda and Sarah explore complicated mother-daughter relationships, grief for the mother you wish you had, cycle-breaking, identity after motherhood, secure attachment, couples therapy, and the importance of modeling self-care rather than self-sacrifice. They also talk about what it means to raise daughters while learning to become the safe, loving presence you may not have received yourself.
This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt the weight of motherhood, the impact of an imperfect maternal relationship, or the desire to feel more alive, grounded, and connected to themselves, not just as a parent, but as a whole person.
For More Info: theschoolofmom.com
3 Jun 2026
The Hearts Behind The Children's Piazza (ft. Charae D'Ambra and Becky Abbott)
We often talk about 'safe spaces' for our kids, but we rarely talk about them for ourselves as parents.
In this episode, I sit down with Charae D'Ambra and Becky Abbott, the owners of The Children's Piazza. We talk about how they integrated their own mental health journeys into their work, why they chose the non-profit path, and how they’ve intentionally built a place where parents can feel just as seen and supported as their children.
https://www.thechildrenspiazza.com/
Find them on Instagram @thechildrenspiazza
6 May 2026
Twin Moms Club (ft. Ashley Parent and Robyn McCarthy)
I can’t begin to tell you how STOKED I am for this one!
This was my first real conversation with another twin mom — never mind two! These are my people.
Robyn and Ashley’s friendship started with @momballbeverly, a super popular softball league just for moms in Beverly. And if you’re like me and have so far missed out because you are sorely unathletic, it turns out they welcome the likes of us, too. So go for it! Just protect that nose.
In this episode, we talk about the unique challenges (to say the least) of twin pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. Did you know it's double the hormones?! We also get into the tremendous personal growth that can come from having twins in a very short period of time: letting go of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and learning how to set healthier boundaries.
And, of course, we talk about the perks. Please don’t tell our friends without twins, but two toddlers can often be easier than one… because they play together! But please, go on thinking we’re super moms, because honestly? We are.
Are you also a twin mom on the North Shore looking to connect? Reach out! :)
Here are a few resources that may be helpful for twin moms and moms on the North Shore:
North Shore Mothers of Multiples - https://www.facebook.com/groups/NSMOM/
North Suburban Parents of Multiples - https://www.facebook.com/groups/nspom
In Person Support Group for Parents of Multiples https://beyondbirthingvillage.com/education-class-directory/twinfinity-and-beyond-multiple-support-group/
Mom Ball- https://www.momball.com/
Beverly Mamas- https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1GsEND61HS/
8 Apr 2026
It's Poetry in Motion (ft. Stephanie Angelini)
This week, I spoke with local mom and poet Stephanie Angelini, who brings honesty and depth to the experience of motherhood. Stay tuned until the end to hear her poignant poems, reflecting the ups and downs of her journey, from loss to birth to raising a daughter.
3 Jan 2026
Moms in Pursuit of Pleasure (ft. Dr. Ayshia)
In this episode, I get into it with my good friend, Ayshia, and we definitely could have kept talking for several more hours!
Dr. Ayshia opens up about why she believes the true purpose of life is pleasure, discovering Buddhism along the way of her IVF journey, and how she rediscovered creativity and her passion for singing postpartum. We also touch on racism and sexism within maternal health and the importance of advocating for yourself. And we wrap it up with some powerful life advice!
I hope you enjoy listening as much as I do!
Check out Ayshia's Music- https://www.youtube.com/@SexyThing
Or follow her on Instagram @SexyThingBand
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
Mothers are, first and foremost, powerful creators. This week, artist, energy healer, and mom Carla Beatrice joins me to talk about what happens to our identity, creativity, and sense of self when we become mothers. We get into it! Birth trauma, feeling lost creatively after having a baby, the slow rediscovery of art and self-expression...and how her own healing journey opened the door to helping others. Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
6 Dec 2025
And It's Time to Get Up and Get Out! (ft. Betsy Collamore)
I had the best time chatting with the wonderful Betsy Collamore! She’s a mom herself who’s been through postpartum challenges, and now she’s passionate about getting moms moving...whether through fitness, socializing, or even a good book club.
How else can we help moms get out of the house, make friends, feel good, and have some fun?
Drop your ideas below! And check out @fit4momnorthshore (https://www.instagram.com/fit4momnorthshore/) to learn more about the incredible work she’s doing to empower moms and bring them together!
23 Nov 2025
Prioritizing Parents (ft. Erin Ronder Neves & Courtney Neill)
I was thrilled to sit down with and get to know Erin Ronder Neves from Beyond Birthing Village and Dr. Courtney Neill from Foundations Family Chiropractic for a powerful conversation about pregnancy, birth, and early motherhood...and the incredible work they’re doing to support women and families across the North Shore!
In this episode, Erin and Courtney open up about their own postpartum journeys, the anxieties and pressures new parents face, and why true support for parents is just as essential as caring for the baby. We explore how community support, informed choices, and compassionate guidance can transform the early parenting experience.
Erin, Courtney, and I are cooking up an entire Beyond Birthing mini-series within I Brought You Intro This World, so stay tuned for that!
https://www.foundationsfamilychiro.com/
https://www.beyondbirthingvillage.com/
Enjoy recent Beyond Birthing and Maternal Wealth Story Slam here- https://youtu.be/u0ZBByytcVg
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
9 Nov 2025
Breaking the Cycle (ft. Natasha Veatch)
This week, Amanda chats with Natasha Veatch about motherhood, identity, and the importance of friendship and connection. Natasha is a fellow toddler mom to her sweet 2-year-old son, Myles. Growing up with a single mom in a big family, she often took on the role of the sometimes overlooked "easy" middle child, and now she's deeply intentional about giving her son the one-on-one attention and support he needs to thrive.
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
26 Oct 2025
And I Need Support (ft. Carol Eliza)
In this episode, I sit down for an open and honest chat with Salem resident Carol Eliza. We dive into the often-overlooked realities of postpartum experiences, including not always recognizing the signs, and the ongoing gaps in women’s healthcare after birth. Carol shares her journey raising neurodivergent children, the challenges and unexpected joys along the way, and the deep need for more community and support for mothers. Whether you're a new mom or just seeking real talk about motherhood, this episode offers compassion, insight, and hard-won wisdom.
Check Carol's LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/Caroleliza (https://linktr.ee/Caroleliza)
To learn more about the local resources discussed in this podcast:
ABA Therapy: https://www.fortahealth.com/
Aspire (for neurodiverse children and adults): https://allinc.org/
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
12 Oct 2025
And Who Am I Now? (ft Heather Magill)
In this episode, Amanda and Heather Magill, a postpartum doula and matrescence educator, explore the identity shifts of new motherhood. We talk about the often-unexpected emotional and mental impacts of postpartum, the importance of community and family support, and what it really means to untangle your sense of self from the role of "mom." Heather also shares the work she’s doing through her Matrescence Support Group, Untangling Motherhood, which helps women navigate this transformation. website: infantconcierge.com (http://infantconcierge.com/), @infantconciege of FB and Instagram
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
27 Sept 2025
And I Matter Too (ft. Whitney Cardosi)
In this episode, I chat with Whitney Cardosi, mom of two, cooking instructor, and founder of Bloom Retreat, a mother–daughter retreat for tween girls. We dive into maternal mental health, the challenges of balancing work and family, and the importance of nourishing yourself as well as your loved ones. We hope this conversation helps new moms move beyond survival mode and back to themselves, while offering plenty of grace along the way!
Check out Whitney Here-
https://www.whitneycardosi.com/bloom-retreat
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
4 Sept 2025
And It Was A Challenge (ft. Simone Wagner)
Host Amanda Hurley catches up with her friend, Simone Wagner, as they introduce the themes of our new podcast- and talk about their own experiences as new moms of toddlers. Matrescence and identity shifts, the dichotomy of being the happiest you've ever been and the most lost at the same time, and the experience of creeping rage when watching other people hold your newborn baby- we cover it all!
Tune in every other Saturday at 7:30 PM for all new episodes! You can find us on YouTube as well as anywhere you get your podcasts...Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc. AND Beverly's public cable channel (Channel 8 & 1071)
And as always, please drop a comment if you have a question about local resources or just share your own advice for new moms. Thanks for listening!
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