In this episode, we sit down with Cayla Solomon, the compassionate and knowledgeable founder of Sleeping Beauties. Cayla is dedicated to transforming sleep for individuals and families through her unique, holistic approach. Her philosophy centers on addressing the root causes of sleep disruptions while considering family dynamics and paramedical factors, offering a truly bespoke and sustainable path to better rest.

• The Science of Sleep: Cayla shares key insights into why sleep challenges occur and how they impact overall well-being.

• Holistic Solutions: Discover how Cayla’s approach goes beyond conventional sleep training to address every aspect of a family’s life, ensuring no root issue is overlooked.

• Empowering Families: Hear real-life stories of how Cayla has supported families in regaining control of their sleep and mental health.

• Practical Advice: Get tips and actionable strategies for improving sleep, even in complex or unique situations.

• Parents struggling with their child’s sleep patterns.

• Individuals experiencing personal sleep challenges.

• Anyone curious about the connection between sleep, mental health, and family dynamics.

Cayla Solomon is a sleep expert with a difference. Through Sleeping Beauties, she offers unbiased, tailored support that avoids one-size-fits-all solutions. Cayla’s dedication to empowering families and addressing the deeper causes of sleep disruption has made her a trusted guide for achieving long-lasting change.

• 🌐 Visit her website: Sleeping Beauties

• 📸 Follow her on Instagram: @OfficialSleepingBeauties

• 📧 Connect with Cayla: Send her a message

• A downloadable sleep progression guide: Get Your Free Guide Here

• Workbook: Transform Contact to Independent Sleep. Get yours for only $27 Here

We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode!

• Join the Conversation: Share your sleep challenges or breakthroughs by tagging us on Instagram @sound.births

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Tune in now and unlock the secrets to a good night's sleep! 🌙

In this insightful episode, we sit down with Kirsten Werner, RMT, owner of Cumberland Village Wellness and founder of Wellness Business Coaching. Kirsten shares her inspiring journey from certified aromatherapy massage practitioner in 2001 to becoming a Registered Massage Therapist in 2008, and how she has built a thriving practice deeply rooted in the Comox Valley community.

We dive into her unique offerings, including infant and toddler massage classes, post-surgical care for mastectomy, top surgery and c-section patients. Kirsten also reveals her passion for teaching—helping parents connect through touch and guiding wellness practitioners to create sustainable, successful businesses.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• The incredible benefits of baby and toddler massage for connection, development, and relaxation.
• How Kirsten supports clients recovering from surgeries, including her specialized training for mastectomy care.
• The role of therapeutic c-section massage in postpartum recovery and wellness.
• Kirsten’s approach to helping wellness practitioners build aligned, profitable practices.
• Her connection to the community fuels her work.

Connect with Kirsten Werner:

• Website: Cumberland Village Wellness
• Instagram: @cumberlandvillagewellness & @wellnessbusinesscoaching
• Wellness Business Coaching: Learn more here

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• Mastectomy Guide for Health Professionals training
• Infant Massage classes and workshops

Get Involved:
Love this episode? Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with your community. Let us know what resonated most by tagging us on Instagram @sound.births.

Let Kirsten’s passion and expertise inspire your journey in wellness, whether you’re seeking healing touch for yourself or tools to build a fulfilling business.

Tune in and let the healing begin!

In this episode, we delve into the critical but often overlooked topic of perinatal mental health, discussing the challenges faced by both parents during the perinatal period. We'll explore perinatal mood disorders, such as postpartum depression and anxiety, and how they impact not only mothers but fathers and partners as well.

Our special guest, Tasha Page, a registered social worker specializing in perinatal mental health, gives us an inside look at what a typical counseling session looks like with her. She shares her approach to providing compassionate, personalized care and guiding parents through their emotional struggles during infertility, pregnancy and postpartum.

Tasha also talks about her fertility support group, which provides a safe, supportive space for individuals and couples navigating the often difficult and emotionally taxing journey of infertility.

Whether you're a parent, parent-to-be, or someone facing fertility challenges, this episode offers valuable insights and resources for mental health and emotional well-being during the perinatal period.

Tune in to learn more about how you can prioritize mental health during one of life’s most transformative experiences.

Credits:

Produced by: Pamela Tessmann

Music by: PK Tessmann

Contact info:

Tasha Page - www.glaciercounselling.com, hello@glaciercounselling.com

Pamela Tessmann - www.soundbirths.ca, info@soundbirths.ca

Books Recommendations:

• I had a miscarriage Jessica Zucker

• Good Moms have Scary Thoughts- Karen Klieman

For something a little more academic:

• In (M)other Words, Andrea O'Reily

• How to Keep House While Drowning, KC Davis

The book Tasha is working on is slated to be called Barren: An Exploration of the Journey to Parenthood and will be published by Demeter press next year (2025).

They have a number of amazing books on the experience of mothering, pregnancy loss, etc

https://demeterpress.org/

Recommended Resources to Have Listed Nearby:

Emergency Mental Health 9-88 Call or text 24/7

Crisis Line

Text: 250-800-3806 6pm – 10pm 7 days per week

Call: 1-888-494-3888 24/7

Postpartum Support International

www.postpartum.net

helpline for access to resources: 1.800.944.4773

- Access to online resources in multiple languages

- Online support groups on a wide variety of topics

- Local support and specialized coordinators

- Directory of therapists with training specific to perinatal mental health

Pacific Post Partum Support Society

www.postpartum.org

Help line to speak to a support Counselor: 1-855-255-7999

- Online support groups.

- Excellent online resources with information about perinatal mental health for all members of the family in multiple languages.