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My Mama Dreams
Hosted by Anna Doula, this podcast is designed to truly support and empower families in Barcelona and across Spain, especially expat families navigating pregnancy and early parenthood away from home. Through expert guidance on pregnancy, breastfeeding, and gentle baby sleep, each episode offers practical tools, reassurance, and honest conversations to help parents feel more confident, informed, and supported throughout their journey.
Episodes
22 episodes
#21 Travelling with Little Ones: How to Protect Sleep Without Missing the Fun
Travelling with babies and toddlers doesn't have to mean sleepless nights or losing all the progress you've made at home. ☀️In this episode, I share practical and gentle tips to help you protect your little one's sleep while travelling. ...
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#20 You're Not Meant to Give Birth Alone: The Heart of a Doula's Support
What does a doula really do, and why do so many families say they couldn't imagine giving birth without one?In this personal episode, I take you behind the scenes of my work as a doula and share why I chose this path. We talk about what ...
#19 Summer Sleep: Helping Your Baby Sleep Through Light, Heat & Changing Routines
Summer can bring unexpected sleep challenges for babies and toddlers. Longer daylight hours, warmer temperatures, holidays, and changes to your routine can all affect your little one's sleep. ☀️In this episode, I explain why sleep often ...
#18 From Newborn Nights to Toddler Sleep: One Family's Story
In this episode, I'm joined by Kalina, a mum I've had the pleasure of supporting since her daughter Nina was just a few weeks old. Together, we reflect on their journey through newborn sleep, sleep regressions, toddler sleep, and the different ...
#17 A Wild and Fast Natural Birth: An Expat Mother’s Story in Barcelona
In this episode, I am joined by Katherine, a Canadian mum living in Barcelona, who shares her experience of pregnancy, birth, and the transition into motherhood as an expat in Spain 🤍We talk about preparing for birth, having support thro...
#16 New Baby, New Paperwork: Navigating Baby Admin in Spain
In this episode, I talk about the most important administrative steps to take after your baby is born in Spain, including birth registration, healthcare registration, paediatrician appointments, maternity leave, and other essential paperwork fo...
#15 What Every Parent Wants to Ask a Paediatrician About Babies
In this episode, I am joined by paediatrician Sarah for an informative conversation about some of the most common health concerns parents face during their baby's first years 🌿Together, we discuss colic, digestive discomfort, skin rashes...
#14 Finding Your Calm Place - A Guided Hypnobirthing Visualisation
In this episode, I guide you through a calming hypnobirthing visualisation designed to help you create your own peaceful place within 🌿Using gentle visualisation and anchoring techniques inspired by hypnobirthing and NLP, this exercise h...
#13 Understanding Newborn Sleep: Less Stress, More Confidence
In this episode, I talk about newborn sleep, what is actually normal during the early weeks, and why this stage can feel so overwhelming for many parents 🤍I also share realistic expectations around newborn sleep, wake windows, overtiredn...
#12 Is It Time to Night Wean? A Gentle Approach for Babies and Toddlers
In this episode, I talk about night weaning, what is developmentally normal at different ages, and how to approach this transition in a calm and supportive way. I also share my own personal experience with night weaning and why this stage can b...
#11 Why Is My Baby Suddenly Sleeping Worse? Understanding Sleep Regressions
In this episode, I gently explain what sleep regressions really are, why they happen, and how sleep changes during important developmental stages like the 4-month regression. I also share how I support babies through these transitio...
#10 Can Baby Sleep Improve Without Tears? A Real Story
In this episode, I’m joined by Matilda, a mum I supported through her baby’s sleep journey, as she shares her honest experience of navigating sleep challenges and gently improving nights.From frequent wakings to calmer sleep, this story ...
#9 Breastfeeding Basics: A Gentle Guide for New Mothers in Barcelona
In this episode, I gently guide you through the foundations of breastfeeding, especially if you are navigating those early days as a new mum in Barcelona, perhaps far from your usual support system.Through a calm and honest approach, I s...
#8 Night Wakings: What’s Normal and How to Gently Improve Sleep
In this episode, Anna gently explores night wakings and what is truly normal across different stages, from newborns to toddlers. Through a calm and supportive approach, she helps parents better understand their child’s sleep and how to navigate...
#7 Bedtime Resistance: Why It Happens and How to Gently Solve It
In Episode 7 of the My Mama Dreams Podcast, Anna gently explores why bedtime can suddenly become a struggle, especially after the recent time change. From resistance and longer bedtimes to children who simply don’t seem tired, she s...
#14 Finding Your Calm Place - A Guided Hypnobirthing Visualisation
In this episode, I guide you through a calming hypnobirthing visualisation designed to help you create your own peaceful place within 🌿Using gentle visualisation and anchoring techniques inspired by hypnobirthing and NLP, this exercise h...
#6 A Beautiful Natural Birth: An Expat Mother’s Story in Barcelona
In this episode, Anna holds space for a heartfelt conversation with Rachel, an expat mother in Barcelona, as she shares her calm and empowering natural birth story. From pregnancy far from home to feeling supported, safe, and deeply connected d...
#5 From Sleepless Nights to Calm Routines: From Newborn to Infant
In this episode, Anna breaks down baby sleep and explains why it’s not random, but a natural part of development. From newborns to toddlers, she shares what’s normal at each stage, how to gently create healthy sleep routines, and the 4 key pill...
#4 Postpartum for Expats in Barcelona: What to Expect in the First Days
Postpartum as an expat can feel like stepping into the unknown… but the right guidance can change everything ✨In this episode, Anna shares what to expect in the first days after birth in Barcelona, from those first moments with your baby...
#3 Birth Is Intense: How to Navigate Labour with Confidence and Calm
Birth is intense, but understanding what is happening in the body can change the way labour is experienced.In this episode, Anna talks about how labour may begin, how contractions gradually build, and how women can navigate the intensity...
#2 How to Prepare for Motherhood in Barcelona
Preparing for motherhood in Barcelona can feel exciting, but also overwhelming, especially for expat families navigating a new healthcare system, language, and culture. In this episode, Anna shares a gentle guide to help you feel ca...