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The Place for Connection
Welcome to The Place for Connection, where I believe that connection is the CURE – the podcast where soul meets science, and healing takes centre stage.
Hosted by psychologist, breathwork practitioner, and all-around vibe curator, Melissa Beaton, this podcast dives deep into the art and science of connection – to yourself, your community, and the big beautiful world around you.
Each episode is a juicy mix of expert wisdom and heartfelt stories from healers of ALL kinds: psychologists, bodyworkers, doulas, yogis, spiritual guides, and even the ones who heal with music, art, and a bit of magic. We’re here to inspire, uplift, and get real about what it takes to live a connected, purpose-driven life.
This isn’t your average self-help podcast. It’s a space where radical authenticity meets practical tools, where curiosity replaces judgment, and where the real work feels less like a chore and more like a calling.
Why listen?
Because you’ll leave every episode feeling seen, heard, and ready to take the next step in your own healing journey. Whether you’re a professional, a healer, someone seeking growth, or just here for the good vibes – this is the place for you.
Want to work with Melissa?
Reach out via the website contact page at www.zensohouse.com or instagram @zensohouse
The Place for Connection
Breastfeeding, Sleep, and Sanity: The New Mama Survival Guide with Melissa Hays from Cocoon and Cradle
In the very first episode of The Place for Connection, I am thrilled to welcome Melissa Hays from Cocoon and Cradle! Together, we explore the messy, magical paradoxes of motherhood and how to navigate this wild journey of breast feeding, sleep and sanity with a bit more grace, intuition, and self-compassion.
Join us on a heartfelt journey with Melissa Hays, an internationally certified lactation consultant and sleep expert, as she shares her candid experiences from the world of midwifery to the realities of motherhood. Melissa opens up about the challenges she faced, including the traumatic birth of her first child and the pervasive misinformation surrounding early motherhood. Her experiences led her to embrace holistic approaches to parenting, empowering herself and others to trust their instincts in navigating infant sleep and feeding.
Discover how Melissa's personal struggles with traditional sleep training methods ignited her passion for promoting evidence-based, intuitive practices. She unveils the overwhelming pressure new parents often feel from social media's misleading advice and emphasises creating supportive communities where mothers can share genuine, resonant insights. By normalising alternative parenting practices and emphasising the importance of intuition, Melissa aims to help parents navigate the complexities of raising their children with confidence and heart.
In this episode, we also discuss the paradoxes of motherhood—balancing unrealistic expectations with self-compassion and acceptance. Melissa provides reassurance through personal anecdotes, encouraging mothers to embrace mixed emotions without guilt and to cherish the fleeting moments of parenting. By highlighting the significance of community support and the power of intuition, this episode offers a nurturing space for listeners to reflect on their own parenting journeys and find solace in shared experiences.
Tune in as we unravel ways to honour the path of motherhood by embracing the contradictions and learning to follow our instincts.
This is a beautiful, heartfelt chat that’s as real as it gets.
Listen now, subscribe, and be sure to leave a review to help other mums find these conversations. Your feedback makes a huge difference in growing our community!
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@zensohouse
@cocoonandcradle
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www.zensohouse.com
www.cocoonandcradle.com
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