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Have Yourself a Minimalist Christmas

With Christmas fast approaching, I’ve been thinking a lot about what this season truly means to me. Last month, my book club read Have Yourself a Minimalist Christmas by Meg …

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Johanna Canady
Johanna Canady

"Hi, and welcome to The Doula Johanna Podcast! I'm Johanna, a birth doula, university coordinator, and mom of three based in Munich, Germany. Life here is beautifully chaotic as I juggle supporting families, raising my own, and exploring new paths like end-of-life doula work. This podcast is about doulaing yourself in every phase of life with compassion and kindness. I’m so glad you’re here!

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Build Resilient Kids: How To Co-regulate Their Pai Build Resilient Kids: How To Co-regulate Their Pain
Explore the profound impact of empathetic witnessing and co-regulation in building resilience in children. We delve into how presence and support, rather than quick fixes, empower kids to navigate challenges. Discover the essence of a doula's work and the importance of being attuned and present during life's storms, fostering a sense of 'we can do hard things'. #CoRegulation #ParentingTips #ChildDevelopment #ResilienceBuilding #EmotionalSupport #EmpathyInParenting #DoulaLife #GaborMate #MentalHealth #ParentingJourney
Let Kids FEEL! Don't Shield Them From Life's Emoti Let Kids FEEL! Don't Shield Them From Life's Emotions
We explore the vital importance of letting children freely experience all emotions, including heartbreak, sadness, and frustration. Discover how we can support them without shielding them from discomfort, offering a safe haven during tough times. #ChildhoodEmotions #ParentingTips #EmotionalSupport #KidsMentalHealth #RaisingKids #FeelingsAreValid #SafeLandingSpot #ParentingAdvice #ChildrensWellbeing #FamilyLife
Build Resilience: A Guide to Co-regulation with Yo Build Resilience: A Guide to Co-regulation with Your Kids
Discover how children build resilience through co-regulation! We explore the power of a trusted adult staying calm and connected during emotional moments. We'll learn to see, acknowledge, and support others through pain, just like doulas and good friends do. It's about empathy and understanding! #CoRegulation #Resilience #ChildDevelopment #EmotionalSupport #ParentingTips #Empathy #MentalHealth #KidsHealth #PositiveParenting #FamilySupport
Life-Changing Teacher: Trusting Our Child's Fate 🙏
My child was deeply upset about her friend moving to another country , so much that she wanted to switch schools. And I struggled with how to be there for her. My conversation with the teacher was a turning point. She helped me see my  daughter's resourcefulness. I learned to trust her, understanding her feelings and the importance of being supportive without solving everything. Watch the full episode following the link in my Linktree. #ParentingWisdom #ChildDevelopment #TrustYourChild #EmotionalSupport #Resilience #SevenYearOlds #Friendship #FamilyMatters #PerspectiveShift #LearningFromChildren
Sometimes, the hardest part of parenting is stayin Sometimes, the hardest part of parenting is staying calm when your child is falling apart.⁠
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Not fixing.⁠
Not distracting.⁠
Just being there. Present. Grounded. Soft but strong.⁠
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This is not easy work. My whole nervous system wants to jump in, fix the pain, make it go away. But I’m learning — slowly — to sit beside it instead.⁠
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I’m so grateful for the wise women who help me find my footing again when I lose it.⁠
Like my daughter’s teacher, who reminded me that kids can face hard things — if we believe in them.⁠
Or my dear friend Elyse, who introduced me to the Visible Child approach and always knows what to say when I feel overwhelmed by my own emotions.⁠
And all the other powerful voices in my life who help me be my own life doula.⁠
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Because we are not meant to parent alone.⁠
We need other women and men — friends, mentors, teachers — who guide us back to trust when we’re spinning in fear.⁠
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✨Let’s raise our children with presence.⁠
✨Let’s raise ourselves with kindness.⁠
✨Let’s raise each other.⁠
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🧡 Thank you to @doulaheart_photography for this photo of me and my girls that means so much.⁠
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New episode of The Doula Johanna Podcast is out now: a raw and honest reflection on how we can show up for our children when they’re hurting. You’ll find it wherever you get your podcasts and in my linktree. I you haven't subscribed to it yet, do it now ;)⁠
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Who are the people who help you feel grounded when your child is in crisis?⁠
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Tag a friend who holds you up when parenting gets hard. Let’s celebrate those bonds.⁠
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#visiblechild #gentleparenting #doulajohanna #motherhoodjourney #emotionalresilience #consciousparenting #lifedoula #podcastformoms #groundedgrownups #stayingcalm #montessori
Revive Your Relationship: The Power of Consistent Revive Your Relationship: The Power of Consistent Choice
Discover why choosing each other is a daily practice, not a one-time decision! We explore the importance of tending to relationships and returning to the table when life gets overwhelming. Learn how to navigate conflict and maintain connection.  Watch the whole epsiode inmy Linktree :) #RelationshipAdvice #RelationshipGoals #RelationshipAdvice #CommunicationSkills #LoveAndRelationships #HealthyRelationships #CoupleGoals #EstherPerel #RelationshipTips #ChoosingEachOther #MarriageCounseling
💔 Coming Back to the Table On conflict, disconn 💔 Coming Back to the Table
On conflict, disconnection & loving each other through the mess

Last week, when I was about to record my weekly podcast episode, I had a particularly hard morning.
The topic itself — how we stay connected in our relationships during hard times — already felt tender. But that day, I really wasn’t myself. I was running on empty, feeling raw and overwhelmed. And one can tell.

The audio is a bit of a shitshow. My mic wasn’t properly connected, and in trying to fix the echo, I ended up sounding like a robot on the verge of tears.
But I decided to publish the episode anyway.

For one, because I know I’m not the only one who struggles to stay present and loving with their partner when life feels too heavy. And two, because being your own life doula means holding yourself through the mess, not waiting for perfection.

It means saying:
This is where I am right now. And I trust that it’s enough.

In this episode of The Doula Johanna Podcast, I share a personal story of disconnection in my marriage — and how channeling my inner Esther Perel helped me find my way back to curiosity, presence, and compassion.
Not just for my partner, but also for myself.

Esther says,
"It's not what you're fighting about that matters most — it's how you repair."

If you’re in a hard moment, in your relationship or just with yourself, maybe this episode will offer you a small breath of relief.
You’re not alone. We all fall apart. And we can come back together, again and again.

Listen now wherever you get your podcasts — follow the link in my linktree 🥰

Inspired by “Mating in Captivity” by Esther Perel — affiliate link in bio.

And yes, I really sound like a robot who’s about to cry. You’ve been warned.

#marriagethroughmotherhood #doula #estherperel #matingincaptivity #theinnerwork #relationshiptruth #momlife #selfcompassion #vulnerability #imperfectandreal #emotionalhonesty #lifedoula #MarriageStruggles 
#RelationshipRealTalk  #ResentmentInMarriage 
#OverwhelmedAndDisconnected 
#ModernMarriage  #MarriageInMotherhood  #EmotionalLabor 
#PodcastForMothers  #RelationshipRepair  #BeingYourOwnLifeDoula 
#MarriageIsHard  #RealMarriageMoments
Manifest Your Dreams! Action Is The Secret! (Law O Manifest Your Dreams! Action Is The Secret! (Law Of Attraction)
Discover the transformative power of the Law of Attraction! We explore how our thoughts and actions co-create our lives, highlighting the importance of action, aligning energy with desires, and nurturing your dreams. Learn how manifestation is an active practice, not just a wish list. Embrace hope and strategic action for success! #LawOfAttraction #Manifestation #CoCreateYourLife #PositiveThinking #Affirmations #Mindset #SuccessMindset #ActionableSteps #DreamBig #Motivation
Manifestation: Does It REALLY Work? 🤔✨ Ever m Manifestation: Does It REALLY Work? 🤔✨
Ever manifested something and had it work, or completely fail? We explore the Law of Attraction: beliefs, science, and personal stories. Is it powerful, or toxic positivity? #Manifestation #LawOfAttraction #SelfHelp #Mindfulness #PersonalDevelopment #Spirituality #PositiveThinking #SuccessMindset #BeliefSystem #Motivation
Do you believe in the law of attraction?⁠ And if Do you believe in the law of attraction?⁠
And if you do—how do you make sense of it when something terrible happens?⁠
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I’ve been thinking about this a lot lately. The conversation about manifestation is popping up everywhere around me, in every friend group.⁠
I’m way more open to things I can’t explain than I ever used to be.⁠
But I still love understanding things, if possible.⁠
It’s kind of like birth: I’m a big believer in evidence-based medicine,⁠
and I also know that there are forces at play during every birth⁠
that we don’t fully understand—yet.⁠
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I don’t think manifestation is about blaming yourself when life is hard.⁠
But I do believe there’s real power in focusing your attention,⁠
getting clear on what matters to you,⁠
and planting seeds for the life you want—⁠
even if you don’t know when or how they’ll grow.⁠
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In a world that often feels random,⁠
this mindset helps me feel less like I’m being thrown around—⁠
and more like I’m grounded in something.⁠
Not control, but agency. And that makes all the difference to me.⁠
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I talk about all of this (the science, the doubt, the stories) in the latest episode of the Doula Johanna Podcast.⁠
Check out my Linktree to watch the full episode ❤️⁠
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Picture by @doulaheart_photography
Moms Need This on Their Kid's Birthday (You Should Moms Need This on Their Kid's Birthday (You Should Do It!)
Discover the heartfelt importance of acknowledging mothers on their child's birthday! As we emphasize, a simple 'Happy Birthing Day' can mean the world. Join our community and spread the love! #MothersDayEveryday #Motherhood #Parenting #HappyBirthday #BirthingDay #WomensCircle #SupportMoms #CelebrateMoms #MomLife #ParentingTips #Kindness
Birthday Blues: Why Moms Secretly Grieve (You're N Birthday Blues: Why Moms Secretly Grieve (You're Not Alone!)
Explore 'Grief and Letting Go' as we navigate motherhood's emotional landscape. Acknowledge emotions, embrace gratitude amidst grief, and normalize birthday blues. Discover ambiguous grief and find solace in shared experiences. Great things deserve extra effort! #MotherhoodJourney #MotherhoodJourney #GriefAndGratitude #BirthdayBlues #EmotionalWellbeing #ParentingStruggles #AmbiguousGrief #MentalHealth #MomLife #FamilySupport #Parenting101
Feel EVERYTHING! 💪 Embrace Emotions, Transform Feel EVERYTHING! 💪 Embrace Emotions, Transform Life! ✨
Stop hiding! We explore feeling every emotion – joy, grief, overwhelm – allowing it to shape our lives. Mark each day your way, valuing every moment. Let's connect! #EmotionsMatter #FeelEverything #EmotionalGrowth #MentalWellness #EmbraceEmotions #SelfCare #Mindfulness #PersonalGrowth #BePresent #LiveAuthentically
Every time one of my daughters turns a year older, Every time one of my daughters turns a year older, something shifts in me. It’s like time pauses for a breath. There’s so much joy, of course. But also this deep wave of emotion — a mix of gratitude, grief, pride, and tenderness.⁠
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Birthdays mark more than just another year for our kids — they’re also markers of how we have changed as mothers. The baby years slowly slipping away, the stretch of letting go as our children grow more independent… it’s beautiful, and it’s hard.⁠
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I feel so lucky to have other mothers in my life who see me in those moments. Who say things like, “Happy birthing day to you, Mama.” Words that hold so much more than they seem to — they validate the labor, the love, the invisible work.⁠
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Not everyone has a circle to doula them through these emotional milestones. So I made something for you:⁠
💗 A new podcast episode all about what it means to feel around your child’s birthday.⁠
🧘‍♀️ And a gentle, free guided meditation you can listen to whenever you need to — available on Insight Timer from June 18, 2025.⁠
https://insighttimer.com/doulajohanna⁠
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If you’ve got a birthday coming up and you’re feeling all the things, I hope this little offering helps you feel less alone — and gives you permission to feel exactly what you feel.⁠
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You're doing so beautifully, Mama.⁠
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#matrescence #motherhoodjourney #birthingday #mothersupport #mindfulmotherhood #doulalife #honestmotherhood #emotionalmilestones #birthkeeper #motherscircle #podcastforparents #firstbirthday #childsbirthday #birthdayblues #doulalove #womensupportinwomen #debrapascalibonaro
My dear friend @johannaschade came to see us for a My dear friend @johannaschade came to see us for a couple of days — and I instantly knew I wanted to record an episode with her. Even though daycare was closed. Even though we were completely surrounded by little kids. Even though we were interrupted at least a hundred times. 😅⁠
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Because I know how inspiring her story is.⁠
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Seeing her so radiant and happy after welcoming her second baby just before turning 41 filled my heart. And I thought… maybe this conversation could give someone out there a little hope. Especially someone who’s on the fence — wondering if they should really start over again, change diapers while your other kids are maybe alredy in school, surrender to the sleepless nights… and if they’ll ever feel like themselves again, let alone reconnect with their sensuality.⁠
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Johanna and I have been friends for over 20 years — never living in the same city, always picking up right where we left off. My heart breaks a little every time we say goodbye. And at the same time, I’m just so grateful she’s in my life at all. Her buzzing energy. Her playfulness. Her deep presence. Her zest for life.⁠
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Yes, we were interrupted constantly. Yes, many sentences are left unfinished. But the love, honesty, and insight are all there.⁠
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Listen in if you want to hear:⁠
✨ What it’s really like to have a second baby in your 40s⁠
✨ What changes — in your body, your mindset, your marriage⁠
✨ And how to keep that spark alive even when you're sleep-deprived and knee-deep in motherhood⁠
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Real, raw, beautiful. I'm proud we pulled it off. 💛⁠
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#doulamama #motherhoodinyour40s #secondbaby #sexafterkids #femininity #sensuality #thehonesttruth #lifedoula #motherhoodjourney #motherhoodunplugged #mamaisadancer #jungsmama #havinganotherbaby #pregnantinyour40s
Facing something big? Here’s what birth taught m Facing something big? Here’s what birth taught me about preparing for the unknown without losing yourself in fear. Hope deeply, but hold it lightly. Watch the whole episode now on Youtube following the link in my Linktree. #BirthJourney #PositiveBirth #EmpoweredBirth #TrustTheProcess #MindfulBirth #BirthPreparation #LaborAndDelivery #PregnancyWisdom #MotherhoodJourney #FlexibleBirthPlan
Say YES to Your Dreams, Even When Life Feels Overw Say YES to Your Dreams, Even When Life Feels Overwhelming!
Discover how to say YES to your calling, even when overwhelmed! We share tips on balancing life's demands while pursuing your dreams. Learn to manage responsibilities and follow your inner voice for a fulfilling journey. Watch the full episode following the Link in my Linktee. #SayYes #FollowYourDreams #SayYes #FollowYourDreams #Inspiration #Motivation #PersonalGrowth #OvercomingObstacles #InnerCalling #Balance #SelfImprovement #AchieveYourGoals
Today, I want to use my moment on the internet to Today, I want to use my moment on the internet to remind you:⁠
Just because you feel overwhelmed with life already⁠
does not mean there’s no space for your dreams.⁠
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My wise friend @douladarby once said something like:⁠
“The more we have to do, the more important it is to do a lot of things that light us up.”⁠
(Forgive me, Darby, if I totally butchered that quote 😅 — but it stuck with me because I fully agree.)⁠
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And it came to me again recently as I sat in the waiting room before my hospice training interview.⁠
Nervous. Heart pounding.⁠
Thinking, Am I really doing this? On top of everything else? What if it doesn't work out? What if it does?⁠
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I left that room feeling elated. Grateful.⁠
Not because it will be easy — but because it felt meaningful.⁠
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Here’s the truth:⁠
Doing a lot for something that matters to you⁠
is not the same as doing even a little for something that doesn’t.⁠
(Staying up till midnight to bake cakes for your schools bakesale is not the same as staying up to write your first novel; unless baking is your thing 😉)⁠
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So if you’re stretched thin — time-wise, energy-wise, money-wise —⁠
but there’s something tugging at your heart,⁠
I hope you don’t push it away.⁠
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Let it take up some space.⁠
Even just a little.⁠
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Believe me, the more you say yes to the things that really make you shine, the better you will get at saying no to the things that drain you.⁠
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I talk more about this in the newest podcast episode —⁠
how I moved through my own doubts and fears,⁠
and why following a calling isn’t about stretching yourself even thinner, but about recharging your soul.⁠
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Follow the link in my linktee to watch the full episode.⁠
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Is there soemthing inside you, a dream, trying to get your attention? I would love to hear about it and be your cheerleader for your first babystep towards it!⁠
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#motherhood #calling #lifedoula #endoflifecare #mothersdreams #matrescence #carework #doulajohanna #sacredwork #trustyourself #womenwhoserve #sayyes #hospice #noregrets
AI Doula? The Future of Birth and Human Connection AI Doula? The Future of Birth and Human Connection
Will AI replace human connection in childbirth? Exploring the irreplaceable role of a doula and the future of birthing. Discover why human support matters. Watch the whole epsiode following the link in my linktree! #AIDoula #FutureOfBirth #HumanConnection #DoulaSupport #Childbirth #AIandHumanity #BirthTech #LaborSupport #Midwifery #BirthExperience
Gen Z's AI World: Why I'm Grateful For My Kids! Am Gen Z's AI World: Why I'm Grateful For My Kids!
Amidst life's storms, we find gratitude for grounding work and our children's resilience. They embrace the AI world fearlessly, equipped with strength, critical thinking, and connection. We believe in their bright future! #Gratitude #Resilience #Gratitude #Resilience #AIworld #NextGeneration #CriticalThinking #Connection #Parenting #FutureIsBright #Children #Inspiration
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