How to Be a More Minimalist Mama: Dr. Emily Knell Spaeth on Parenting with Purpose
- How to Be a More Minimalist Mama: Dr. Emily Knell Spaeth on Parenting with Purpose Rev. Yugen Bond 23:56
Learn how to simplify the beautiful chaos of parenthood. Our guest is Dr. Emily Spaeth, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, specializing in pelvic health, neonatal physical therapy, and body alignment. As the founder of Be Well Baby PDX, Emily brings her expertise in bodywork, Yoga, and perinatal care to guide families through the most transformative time of their lives—pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Emily shares her minimalist philosophy on parenting, emphasizing connection over clutter and intention over feeling overwhelmed. She explains how the simplest tools (i.e. breathing) can create profound Growth for you and your baby. Together, we’ll discuss how to shift from purchasing “all the things” to prioritizing mindful connection and self-trust as parents.
We also explore:
- Why less stuff and more support lead to a stronger start for your baby.
- The myths around labor and postpartum that leave many parents unprepared.
- How trusting your body and intuition can simplify even the most overwhelming moments.
Whether you’re a new parent, expecting, or simply curious about a minimalist approach to family life, may you find something valuable in our conversation.
ABOUT THE PODCAST: This minimalist wants more. Enough-ism is about having enough, already. This podcast about mindfulness, Meditation, and Minimalism is your modern toolkit to keep your spirit right and your soul bright. One candle can light a fire.
ABOUT THE HOST: Rev. Yugen Bond, producer and host of The Enough-ism Podcast, has two decades of experience as a health and life sciences journalist and editor covering topics like Mental Health and wellness, and as a university and college professor. She lives in Boston.
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Learn more about Emily here: https://www.bewellbabypdx.com/