Welcome to Partners Beyond Parenthood, hosted by new mother and advocate for personal empowerment in parenting, Saba Bosuener. This podcast is a resource for mothers and fathers navigating the complex journey of maintaining personal identity and relationship dynamics in the face of new parenthood. Each week, Saba shares strategies, stories, and expert insights designed to help overwhelmed parents gain clarity, reconnect with their partners, and embrace their true selves while managing the de ...
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Beyond Brunel - from the South West Infrastructure Partnership (SWIP)
Beyond Brunel - from the South West Infrastructure Partnership (SWIP)
The Beyond Brunel podcast is back for its third season! Beyond Brunel, the podcast from South West Infrastructure Partnership (SWIP) and ICE South West, is back with the launch of its highly anticipated Season 3. Dedicated to exploring the challenges and innovations in creating and maintaining sustainable infrastructure, the podcast promises a deep dive into the pressing issues facing the South West as it strives to achieve its net zero targets by 2050. In Season 3, host Christopher Ackland, ...
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20 | How to Raise Successful Kids: The T.R.I.C.K. Framework
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How do we raise successful, happy children? Parenthood doesn’t come with a manual, but my husband and I have found a powerful guide in the T.R.I.C.K. framework from Esther Wojcicki’s book, How to Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons for Radical Results. In this episode, we break down each of the five components of T.R.I.C.K. and share how we’re …
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S3 Ep1: Infrastructure for Growth
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The Beyond Brunel podcast is back for its third season, and in Episode 1 we ask how does infrastructure directly impact economic growth, particularly in a region like the South West? Civil Engineer & Senior Vice Chair of ICE South West, Christopher Ackland, returns as podcast host and is joined by Jan Ward, Chair of Plymouth and South Devon Freepor…
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19 | Co-Sleeping, Bed Sharing, & Sleep Training: Debunking Myths & Rethinking Your Approach to Sleep w/ Rachael Shepard-Ohta
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Forget what you’ve heard about sleep training — let’s explore a baby-led, flexible approach. Like many parents, Rachael Shepard-Ohta, founder of Hey Sleepy Baby and host of the No One Told Us podcast, discovered that traditional sleep training methods didn’t work for her child. In this episode, we debunk common misconceptions about sleep training a…
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18 | Pregnancy Round Two: Fertility Myths and Mindset shifts
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In this episode of Partners Beyond Parenthood, I’m sharing a personal update on my journey through my second pregnancy. I reflect on the differences between my first pregnancy and this one, from the decision to expand our family to managing pregnancy while raising a toddler, and how my knowledge as a parent has grown. I also dive into common miscon…
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17 | Introducing Solids: Baby Led Weaning vs Purees?
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Ready or thinking about the next step of how to introduce solids to your little one? In this episode of Partners Beyond Parenting, I share my personal journey of navigating baby-led weaning and why it became the main method we chose. If you're approaching your baby's six-month milestone and debating between purees, baby-led weaning, or a mix of bot…
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16 | The Truth About “Bouncing Back:” How to Navigate Postpartum Recovery & Your Fitness Goals w/ Brianna Battles
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“There's so many outdated belief systems associated with birth, recovery and fitness.” In this episode, fitness coach Brianna Battles helps me explore common misconceptions that can create unrealistic expectations and impact women's postpartum recovery. She shares her own traumatic birth and recovery experience, which shed light on the need for bet…
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15 | How to Achieve Financial Freedom as a Parent & Invest in Your Child’s Future w/ Sanskriti Nigam
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Can you achieve financial freedom with the added expense of parenthood? When corporate tax director Sanskriti Nigam became a mother, her approach to money and career took a major turn. In this episode, she shares what she’s doing to reach financial freedom, from launching a side hustle to empower women of color through financial literacy to taking …
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14 | Traveling with a Baby: Road Trips, Air Travel, and Equipment Tips
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You've probably heard of the horror stories when parents travel with their kids and their baby just won't stop crying. Or maybe you've been scarred because this happened to you! In this episode of Partners Beyond Parenthood, host Saba Bosuener discusses traveling with a baby and how to make the experience as smooth as possible. Drawing from her own…
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13 | Navigating Early Childhood Intervention: Speech and Language Development w/ Jill Urbane
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In this episode, I am joined by Jill Urbane, an early childhood interventionist and social worker with over 25 years of experience. Jill shares her unique journey from working in psychiatric units and prisons to becoming a passionate advocate for early childhood development. We delve into her expertise in speech and language development, behavior m…
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12 | Marriage After Kids: Tips on Balancing Partnership & Parenthood w/ Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh
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Life changes in countless ways after having kids, and the relationship with our partner is among the most affected. In this episode, Dr. Lindsay Cavanagh joins me to explore how parenthood impacts marriages and challenges our sense of self. We discuss the communication breakdowns that arise from the overwhelming demands of parenting, outside factor…
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11 | Empower Your Birth Experience: How to Prepare Your Pelvic Floor for Birth & Recovery w/ Sophie Villeneuve
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Do you know how important the pelvic floor is to your health? From pregnancy to postpartum, the pelvic floor plays a critical role in preparing the body for an easier birth and speedy recovery. In this episode, expert Sophie Villeneuve shares insights on when strengthening or relaxing the pelvic floor is necessary, preventing injuries during delive…
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10 | Being a Role Model and fostering healthy habits at home: Drew Griesel’s Holistic Wellness Approach to Parenting and Partnership
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Have you ever wondered how you can show up as the best version of yourself in your busy day-to-day life, knowing that you are your children’s most influential role model? In this episode of Partners Beyond Parenthood, Saba Bosuener welcomes Drew Griesel, a fitness, health, and wellness coach with a background in Krav Maga. Drew shares his journey f…
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Have you been feeling overwhelmed and scared at the thought of taking your first trip with your baby? Worried that your baby will cry throughout the journey and that the trip will end up making you feel even more exhausted? In this episode, I walk you through everything you need to know about traveling with an infant for the first time. Drawing fro…
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8 | From High-Risk Pregnancy to Living in the NICU: A Parent’s Guide to Healing, Partnership, & Parenting a Micro Preemie w/ Parijat Deshpande
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Pregnancy is already a transformative time for parents, but high-risk pregnancies can bring unique challenges that test your spirit and resilience. For Parijat Deshpande, her experiences with preterm labor and loss led to become a leading voice in trauma-informed high-risk pregnancy care. In this episode, she shares her story and how her company, R…
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7 | One Baby, Two Businesses: Navigating Parenthood & Identity as a Military Spouse w/ Rue Spence
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Meet the mom who juggles a podcasting business, creative pursuits and parenting. In this episode, I speak to Rue Spence about how she’s amplifying underrepresented voices in podcasting, her inspiring clothing line for mothers, and navigating entrepreneurship without compromising time with her child. We dive into her experience as a military spouse …
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Have you been struggling to communicate your desires on how involved you want your in-laws to be? In this episode, Saba Bosuener dives into the critical topic of setting boundaries with your partner regarding family visits after the birth of your baby. She explores the dynamics of intercultural relationships, reflecting on her own relationship, and…
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Ever felt that mom guilt or panic at the thought of leaving your little one behind for a trip? Don't worry, you're not alone! In this episode of the Partners Beyond Parenthood podcast, Saba Bosuener takes you on a heartfelt journey as she and her husband embark on a six-night adventure away from their 14-month-old daughter. From the initial waves o…
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4 | Overcoming Obstacles: Practical Self-Care Tips for New Mothers
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This episode of Partners Beyond Parenthood reveals that there is more than mum guilt that can get in the way of claiming time for yourself. I share a personal story of how introspection led to this realisation and what practical steps you can take to make self-care a habit. — Join my Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/partnersbeyondpar…
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3 | How identifying the change in your love language can help you feel more loved after the birth of your child
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This episode delves into the concept of love languages and how understanding them can strengthen your connection with your partner after the birth of your child. Saba emphasizes the importance of knowing each other's love languages to enhance how you both give and receive love, which is crucial in maintaining a strong relationship during the demand…
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2 | How to feel less invisible and not resent your partner
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Almost every parent feels some kind of resentment towards their partner after the birth of their child. You are suddenly responsible for someone other than yourself and often tend to your needs last. Saba discusses the challenges of taking on the invisible work and becoming the "default parent" and how despite these challenges, she was able to main…
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Welcome to the Partners Beyond Parenthood podcast! My name is Saba Bosuener and in this episode, I share a little bit on the who what and why of this podcast. Becoming a parent brings a whole lot of new information, change and choices you have to make. I will address a variety of topics on partnership and parenthood with an open mind so you can mak…
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One of the most drastic changes you will experience in your life is when you suddenly become a parent. It can feel overwhelming as you assume full responsibility for another human being often resulting in losing your sense of self, feeling disconnected from your partner and pushing aside your goals and ambitions. This podcast aims to help new paren…
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S2 Ep6: Can infrastructure help the South West end inequality?
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In S2 Episode 6 of the Beyond Brunel podcast, presenter Chris Ackland poses this challenging question to Peter Radford, Associate Director at Turner & Townsend Infrastructure, and Alicia de Haldevang, Sustainability and Inequalities Consultant at Stantec. Topics they discuss include the role of infrastructure in addressing inequalities, how to meas…
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Does the South West need a rethink on roads?
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The South West has 620 miles of motorway and strategic A-roads as well as one of the largest networks in the UK of local roads, many of which are vital to small, rural communities. In this podcast, Christopher Ackland is joined by Richard Stevens, Managing Director, Plymouth CityBus (Go South West), and Jason Humm, Director of Transport and Highway…
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S2 Ep4: Can infrastructure really be positive for nature in the South West?
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In this podcast, Christopher Ackland is joined by Martin Rule, Lead Adviser, Nature Based Solutions, Environment Agency and Ed Whitelaw, Director of Nature & Neighbourhoods at Real Ideas Organisation to discuss the concept of nature-based solutions and how infrastructure can have a positive impact on nature in the South West. They explore the idea …
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S2 Ep3: Shaping the Future of Southwest Infrastructure
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Christopher Ackland is joined by Katie Farrell, Assistant Planner, KierBAM JV, based at Devonport Dockyard in Plymouth and Lou Dawson-Thomas, Head of Apprenticeship Services, AccXel Construction School in Gloucestershire, to discuss how we can engage with young people in the South West and encourage them to choose careers in infrastructure industri…
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Are South West ports ready for floating offshore wind? That’s the important question posed in Season 2 Episode 2 of the Beyond Brunel podcast. Captain Richard Allan, Chief Executive and Harbour Master, Port of Plymouth and member of the South West Regional Ports Association, and Matt Hodson, Chief Operations Officer, Celtic Sea Power (based in Corn…
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Episode 1 of Season 2 features Matt Wheeldon, Director of Infrastructure Development, Wessex Water, and Dave Turner, Coastal Engineer, Moffat & Nicholl, who discuss how the South West can deal with extreme weather outcomes like drought and flooding, avoid environmental issues caused by storm overflows and create more sustainable, nature-based solut…
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S1 Ep5: Energy Infrastructure in the South West: Unique Challenges and Advantages
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What challenges and opportunities face the energy sector in the South West as it works towards net zero carbon by 2050? In this episode of Beyond Brunel, Christopher Ackland tackles these tough questions with the assistance of Becky Fowell, Energy Market Analyst at Regen, Linda Irwin, Project Manager at Southwest Net Zero Hub and SWIP Energy Sector…
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S1 Ep4: Infrastructure Needs and Implementation for Achieving Net Zero in the South West
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The podcast is dedicated to exploring the future of infrastructure in the South West with a view to achieving net zero by 2050. This episode delves into the infrastructure needs and implementation required to achieve these ambitious targets. Presenter Chris Ackland is joined by industry experts from across the region: David Carter, Deputy Director …
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S1 Ep3: Achieving Net Zero - South West Leading the Way
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How can the South West achieve its goal of reaching net zero by 2050? What role does sustainable infrastructure play? And what are nature-based solutions? All these questions and more are answered in the third episode of the Beyond Brunel podcast, titled “Climate Change & Net Zero”. In this episode, presenter Chris Ackland is joined by Megan Pearce…
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S1 Ep2: Digital and Data Transition
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In Episode 2, our panel of experts discuss digital and data infrastructure across the South West and how they can be used to improve the region's connectivity and transition to a net zero future. Presented by civil engineer, Christopher Ackland, and featuring Kate Doodson, Joint Chief Executive and Digital Transformation Consultant at Cosmic UK, Lu…
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S1 Ep1: Innovation and Productivity
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In Episode 1 of Beyond Brunel, our panel of infrastructure leaders and industry experts from across the South West discuss innovation and productivity and how they can shape the region for the better. They examine what needs to change and how new innovations and ways of thinking can help achieve our 2050 net zero target. Presented by civil engineer…
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