Dr. Gertrude talks with Working Mom Balanced Podcast Host Nelly Alba about creating the life you want as a mother. As an ambitious, career-oriented person, Nelly found the typical work-life balance advice ineffective and negative.  After suffering a breakdown living according to what moms “should do,” she consciously decided to live differently than the blogs suggested. She began her business of blogging, podcasting, and mentoring other working moms while also raising two children and being...

This special solo episode with Dr. Gertrude welcomes the upcoming winter solstice. Instead of fearing or avoiding the darker months ahead, Dr. Gertrude shares ways to embrace, learn from, and even look forward to this darker part of the year.  Dr. Gertrude examines the solstice's inherent feminine power. Just as the womb nurtures, so do the dark months. These metaphors add layers of meaning to the winter as a time of deep introspection and an understanding that the lyrical mystery of the...

Dr. Gertrude welcomes back Elizabeth Tuazon for another coaching interview as Elizabeth reaches the three months of life milestone with her baby, Lyla Rose.  As Lyla grows from newborn to infant, Elizabeth shares her process of marking this important transition with a ritual of her own making. The ritual ceremony unfolded organically one new moon weekend among family and included speeches, visualizations, intentions, a bonfire, and an impactful tarot reading.  As her baby grows, Elizabeth...

Dr. Gertrude speaks with Alexandra Ford, a former trafficking victim turned activist, who after 10 years of personal hardships, recognized her experiences were actually human trafficking. Alexandra tells Dr. Gertrude about the importance of understanding human trafficking whether or not you have children. Hollywood has muddled the public perception of what human trafficking actually is and most people think it is only some version of Taken.  When it comes to teaching children about consent...

The work of Ann-Preston Bosher is three-fold: she’s a pediatric physical therapist, medical advocate, and an emergence coach. On top of her practice as a physical therapist, Ann-Preston is uniquely skilled in helping families identity and process trauma. She also strives to transform the medical profession from the inside by advocating for emotional intelligence in the profession and coaches individual clients in her business, Hyphenate Coaching. In this episode, Ann-Preston shares her...

𝐊𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐫𝐨 is a highly trained and certified holistic health coach with a wealth of experience in empowering women to take control of their health and well-being. Her passion for helping clients transform their lives through personalized whole-person coaching has earned her a reputation as a sought-after expert in balancing hormones and addressing root causes of health issues. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬Kelley explores the power of intuition in parenting, aiming to guide her children...

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲 𝐀𝐝𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐬 is a writing coach and founder of The Book Incubator, a 12-month program to write, revise, and pitch your novel or memoir. She is the author of the novels When You Read This (Indie Next Pick, “Best Book of 2019” by Good Housekeeping and Real Simple), Privilege (Today.com “Best Summer Read,” New York Post “Best Book of the Week”), and Palm Beach (recently named one of the New York Post’s “Best Books of 2021”). Her books have been published in 13 countries, and her essays and...

New motherhood brings countless first encounters, giving joy, as well as pain, new meaning. Dr. Gertrude talks with new mom, Elizabeth Turazon, about her experience of separation pain, traveling with a baby, and how to include extended family on the journey.  Dr. Gertrude checks in with Elizabeth Turazon about what’s new in her motherhood journey as she celebrates the 10-week postpartum milestone. A new child brings many firsts to move through as parents and as individuals, and this...

Jennifer Louden is a personal growth pioneer who helped launch the concept of self-care with her first bestseller, The Woman’s Comfort Book, published in 1992. Since then, she’s written eight additional books on well-being and creative living, including The Woman’s Retreat Book and The Life Organizer, with close to a million copies of her books sold in nine languages.  Jennifer has spoken around the U.S., Canada, and Europe, and has written a national magazine column for Martha Stewart...

In this episode, Dr. Gertrude Lyons reflects on the power of aligning with the seasons and cycles, particularly focusing on the midpoint of the fall season. She explores how different cultures celebrate this time as a way to honor their ancestors and connect with the spirit world. 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬Dr. Gertrude's deep exploration of aligning with the seasons and cycles, revealing the profound guidance they offer for self-discovery and connection.Celebrating the significance of the fall season's...

Perdita Finn is the co-founder, with her husband Clark Strand, of the non-denominational international fellowship The Way of the Rose, which inspired their book The Way of the Rose: The Radical Path of the Divine Feminine Hidden in the Rosary. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 Perdita Finn and Dr. Gertrude discuss the power of the unseen world and the importance of reconnecting with the Divine Feminine.They share personal experiences and anecdotes about the transformative impact of mothering, not only in...

Michelle Yu, MPH, is Co-founder & CEO of Josie. Named after her daughter, Josie’s vision is to transform the working parent experience. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 Michelle Yu discussed alarming statistics regarding working parents' burnout and challenges, especially new mothers.The power of community and overcoming parental isolation was a key focus.Josie’s unique approach integrates coaching, education, and organizational support for working parents.Working parents offer transformational benefits...

Lucy Handley is a freelance journalist and writer, covering topics from sustainability to the stock market. She also writes about her life via her newsletter, The Honesty Box https://thehonestybox.substack.com/  𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬Lucy Hanley's Unconventional Choice: Explore how Lucy courageously chose a child-free life, defying societal expectations.Embracing Self-Discovery: Discover how Lucy embarked on a journey of self-discovery, prioritizing personal growth and happiness.Breaking Free from...

Elizabeth is a professional music and dance performing artist, teacher, and director. In this episode, we delve into the power of vulnerability as Elizabeth reflects on the emotional rollercoaster of early motherhood. Discover how embracing vulnerability allowed her to connect with her own feelings and the unspoken challenges many new mothers face. Learn how vulnerability becomes a source of strength and connection in the journey of nurturing a new life.  𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬Embracing...

As she began to contemplate her experience further, Dr. Lyons came to the realization that joy had been a relatively rare emotion in her life. This revelation prompted her to reflect on her family of origin and the scarcity of joy in her early years. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 A Surprising Encounter: In this episode of "Rewrite the Mother Code," Dr. Gertrude Lyons shares her unexpected reaction when drawing a hummingbird oracle card during a retreat meant to explore joy.Reflecting on Joy: Dr. Lyons...

Yann Dang is an Executive & Life Coach, who leverages over 15 years of international corporate experience integrated with her deep knowledge of Social and Emotional Intelligence as an International Coaching Federation (ICF) Certified Coach to support executives and leaders reach their potential.  𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 Empowering Femininity: Yann's journey of embracing her feminine power.Balancing Act: Navigating the challenges of motherhood and a career.Choosing Independence: Yann's decision...

Nikki Oden is a lawyer and mom mentor who helps working moms battle burnout by teaching them how to own their days and crush their goals—without the mom guilt. After walking away from a lucrative career as a commercial litigator for a prestigious, international law firm to become a stay-at-home mom. Nikki Oden kicks off our conversation by highlighting the significance of self-love in the context of Rewriting the Mother Code. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬: Self-Love and Mom Life: Nikki Oden discusses how...

Elizabeth is a professional music and dance performing artist, teacher, and director. She is also a professional life coach. She is a PCC-certified coach with the International Coaching Federation and has been on a deep journey of personal growth. She also directs, designs, and manages a curriculum specializing in social-emotional intelligence. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:Breaking Motherhood Myths: The blog challenges traditional beliefs of selfless motherhood, emphasizing the importance of self-care and...

Elizabeth is a professional music and dance performing artist, teacher, and director. She is also a professional life coach. She is a PCC-certified coach with the International Coaching Federation and has been on a deep journey of personal growth. She also directs, designs, and manages a curriculum specializing in social-emotional intelligence. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:Breaking Motherhood Myths: The blog challenges traditional beliefs of selfless motherhood, emphasizing the importance of self-care...

Majka Burhardt is a professional climber, conservation entrepreneur, author, and filmmaker. She is the Founder and Executive Director of Legado and the author of the 2023 book More: Life on the Edge of Adventure and Motherhood, a Next Big Idea Club must-read, as well as Vertical Ethiopia: Climbing Toward Possibility in the Horn of Africa, which was short-listed for the Banff Book Award. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:In this candid conversation with Majka Burhardt, we delve into the multifaceted world of...

Elizabeth shared a remarkable part of her birth story that involved a prayer flag. At her garden party, friends and family were invited to write their wishes, inspirations, and words of wisdom on colored construction paper, which were then strung together as a flag. This beautiful act of co-creation was a way for her support team to send their intentions and love, knowing they would be present in spirit during the birth. Elizabeth's request for this flag, even during labor, revealed her...

Elizabeth shared a remarkable part of her birth story that involved a prayer flag. At her garden party, friends and family were invited to write their wishes, inspirations, and words of wisdom on colored construction paper, which were then strung together as a flag. This beautiful act of co-creation was a way for her support team to send their intentions and love, knowing they would be present in spirit during the birth. Elizabeth's request for this flag, even during labor, revealed her...

Dr. Lyons delves into the fascinating work of neuroscientist Jill Bolte Taylor and her discovery of the brain's interconnectedness. The brain's capacity to understand and experience oneness challenges the idea of separation. Dr. Lyons emphasizes that this isn't mere mysticism but a scientifically supported reality. 𝐒𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬Embrace life as your ultimate teacher, allowing the world to impart wisdom and growth.Cultivate a mindful approach to everyday moments, recognizing the potential for...

James Kawainui is a Native Hawaiian Healer, Mentor, and Teacher with family roots going back over 20 generations in Hawaii. His family is the "shaman" of his culture and he brings that ancient wisdom into the work he does. James’ awakening came over 20 years ago when he first heard his Kūpuna (ancestors). "It's time to go home," they said. He listened and walked away from a successful corporate career and moved back to Hawaii. Since then his journey has been to understand his gifts on deeper...