Welcome to "Where It All Started," the podcast that delves into the transformative journey of hypnobirthing and the remarkable story of the inception of The Ellie's Gift app. Join your host Lucy Livesey as she sits down with the visionary behind it all, Tamara Cianfini.

Join us in this episode as Lucy and Tamara share their inspiring journey, exploring the incredible potential of the mind, tools, and techniques that empower individuals to manage anxiety, reclaim control.

In 2007, Tamara stumbled upon the world of hypnobirthing and little did she know, this chance encounter would shape the trajectory of her life forever. With a passion that ignited instantly, Tamara embarked on a journey to explore, teach, and empower countless parents on their birthing paths. A Mother of two, Nurse, Hypnotherapist, Birth Doula, Teacher, and Midwife Trainer, Tamara's expertise has been a guiding light for many families.

As the former Chair of UK HypnoBirthing and the Founder of World Hypnobirthing Day on March 21st, Tamara's impact on the birthing community is immeasurable. Her book, "The Birth Path," stands as a testament to her dedication and wisdom.

Lucy Livesey, your podcast host, became an advocate for hypnobirthing after experiencing its transformative power firsthand. Under Tamara's guidance, Lucy used the Wise Hippo Birthing Programme for her own birthing journey with her daughter Ellie, even in the face of a tragic loss. The bond between Lucy and Tamara grew stronger, as Lucy continued her training under Tamara's mentorship. Today, Lucy incorporates these techniques into her work to support families navigating the challenging journey of baby loss.

For more information about Tamara visit: www.hypnobirth.co.uk

For more information about the Wise Hippo visit: www.thewisehippo.com

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

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Welcome to Episode 6 of "Holding Space" - a podcast hosted by Lucy Livesey, a grief and mindfulness expert. In this profoundly enriching conversation titled "Blame, Trauma & Compassion," Lucy opens her heart and creates a safe space as she invites the insightful and compassionate guest, Soo Strong.

As a seasoned coach, Soo Strong specialises in helping individuals reconnect with their inner strength, joy, and resilience. Together, Lucy and Soo delve into the depths of profound themes, addressing blame, trauma, and the power of compassion.

The conversation takes a touching turn as Soo Strong discusses how touch can be an incredibly potent tool in the process of healing after loss and trauma within the body. Lucy shares her own heart-wrenching experience of tfmr (termination for medical reasons) with Ellie, bravely opening up about her journey and coping mechanisms, which are sure to resonate with those who have experienced loss

Soo is a self - employed holistic well-being coach, using her Mindfulness teaching and training, Somatics, NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming), EFT (Emotional Freedom Tapping Technique) through a trauma sensitive lens of life changing support.

For support or inspiration Soo can be contacted :

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soostrongwellbeingcoach/

Website: www.soostrong.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/soostrongcoachingcourses/

Email : soostrongcoaching@gmail.com

Testimonials: https://www.soostrong.com/appreciations

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk

Welcome to "Holding Space - Anxiety, Baby Loss & Breathwork, Self-Help Insights". In this captivating episode, we are thrilled to introduce Tom Granger, an award-winning author and the creator of a ground-breaking breathwork app that combines breath with music. (links to his work below). Tom is a renowned expert in the field of breathwork, and his work has been featured in esteemed media outlets, including the BBC and many others.

Together, we explore the intricate connections between anxiety, baby loss, and the profound practice of breathwork. Tom unveils the hidden superpower that resides within each of us, waiting to be unearthed. Through heartfelt conversations and insightful anecdotes, you will gain a deeper understanding of how grief, breathwork, and baby loss intertwine.

Discover the transformative potential of breathwork as Tom shares his personal journey and reveals how he stumbled upon the immense healing power of the breath during his own battle with anxiety. Unleash your true potential as Tom empowers you to harness the power of your breath, providing practical insights and techniques that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and connected to your emotional well-being.

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Find out more about Tom and is newest creation here - Tom Granger – Breathwork Innovation (breathewithtom.com)
Find out more about Tom's book here - Draw Breath

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk

In this deeply moving episode, we have the privilege of hearing Farah Ellis's powerful story of using hypnobirthing techniques during her baby loss birthing experience with her son Michael. Farah courageously shares her experience, discussing how hypnobirthing became an essential part of her journey through this heart breaking event.

Farah opens up about the profound impact hypnobirthing had on her during the birth, providing her with a sense of calm, empowerment, and control in the face of unimaginable circumstances. She recounts the ways in which hypnobirthing techniques, such as focused breathing and visualisation, helped her cope with the physical and emotional challenges of childbirth and baby loss.

Throughout the conversation, Farah emphasises the importance of acknowledging and processing grief, as well as the role of self-care and support in the healing process. She offers insights into how hypnobirthing can serve as a source of strength and resilience during such a devastating experience. Farah's story serves as a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is hope for healing and the possibility of finding inner strength through the power of hypnobirthing.

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk

Welcome to the "Holding Space" podcast. In this episode, we hear from Emma, a guest who shares her story of losing her baby girl Polly under traumatic circumstances. Emma opens up about the difficulties she faced in the aftermath of her loss and how she was able to navigate her way through the grieving process with the help of the Ellie's Gift Project.

Emma speaks about the benefits of participating in the weekly baby loss mindfulness circles and the eight-week mindfulness in grief course offered by the Ellie's Gift Project. She discusses how these programs helped her to cope with her grief and find a sense of peace and healing in the wake of her loss.

Listeners will hear Emma's first hand account of the transformative power of mindfulness in navigating the journey of grief and loss. Her story is a testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, and a reminder of the importance of support and community in the healing process.

Through this episode, listeners will gain insight into the ways that mindfulness and other holistic therapies can be used as powerful tools for coping with loss and finding a sense of peace and healing in difficult times. We hope that Emma's story will inspire and comfort those who are struggling with the loss of a child and offer hope.

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk

In this episode of Holding Space, Lucy Livesey speaks with Katie Sheen, a Breathworks Accredited Teacher specializing in mindfulness for health. Katie Sheen shares her personal journey with mindfulness, which began after the death of her brother-in-law in 2006 and her own cancer treatment in 2015. She discusses how mindfulness has provided her with the anchor she needed to cope with difficult thoughts and emotions during these challenging times, as well as enhance the joyful moments of life.

This episode, shares insights into how mindfulness can help individuals navigate the complex emotions associated with these experiences. Katie Sheen also shares her expertise as a course leader for Plum Village UK, teaching in the tradition of Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh, as well as her work with corporate clients, offering regular mindfulness webinars and workshops.

Throughout the conversation, Katie Sheen offers practical advice for listeners looking to incorporate mindfulness into their own lives. She emphasizes the importance of holding space for difficult emotions and thoughts, rather than pushing them away, and offers strategies for cultivating compassion and self-care.

To learn more about Katie Sheen and her work, visit her socials at

https://www.soulnutrition.org/.
Katie Sheen Mindfulness Teacher and Speaker | Stockport | Facebook
Katie Sheen (@SoulNutrition1) / Twitter
Katie Sheen (@soulnutrition1)

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk

The first episode of this podcast features a guest named Jessica Kenny, a 36-year-old woman living in Cambridge, UK, who shares her story of losing her daughter Lyra in February 2022 at 33 weeks. Jessica, who works as an NHS manager for NHS England in the London Region, talks about the struggles she faced in finding support from the NHS or counselling charities in the aftermath of her loss.

In this episode, Jessica also shares how mindfulness has helped her cope with the loss of her baby and how the Ellie's Gift Project, a baby loss wellbeing intervention not-for-profit organisation, has helped her learn and practice mindfulness. The episode is titled "Holding Space: Mindfulness & Baby Loss - Jess's Story" and focuses on the concept of holding space, which refers to being present and supportive for someone going through a difficult time. Listeners will hear Jessica's first hand experience of how she has been able to use mindfulness to cope with the grief and trauma of losing a child. She discusses the importance of being mindful and present in the moment, as well as the benefits of learning and practicing mindfulness techniques, such as meditation and deep breathing exercises. Through her story, Jessica hopes to inspire others who have experienced the loss of a child to consider mindfulness as a tool for coping and healing. The episode is a powerful and moving testament to the strength and resilience of the human spirit in the face of tragedy, and a reminder of the importance of support and mindfulness in the grieving process.

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk

Introducing Lucy Livesey, the host of a powerful new podcast that explores mental health and the impact of baby loss on families. Lucy is not only a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, but also a mother who has experienced the tragic loss of her daughter Ellie in 2017.

Despite her devastating loss, Lucy has channelled her grief into a positive force for change. She founded The Ellies Gift Project, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to providing baby loss wellbeing interventions and support to families.

One of the key initiatives of The Ellies Gift Project is the development of a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App. This app is specifically designed to provide mindfulness-based support to parents who have experienced the loss of a baby. Currently under pilot in the NHS, the app is set to have a significant impact on the way we provide support to families who have experienced this kind of loss.

Through her work with The Ellies Gift Project and her own personal experience, Lucy has become a leading voice in the field of baby loss support. Her podcast offers a unique perspective on this difficult topic, exploring the emotional impact of baby loss on families and the ways in which mindfulness and mental health support can help to alleviate some of the pain and suffering.

Lucy's passion for this work is evident in every episode of the podcast, as she shares her own experiences and the insights she has gained through her work with The Ellies Gift Project. Her guests, who are experts in their respective fields, offer valuable insights and perspectives on this challenging topic, making the podcast a valuable resource for anyone who has experienced the loss of a baby or who works in the field of baby loss support.

Overall, Lucy Livesey's podcast is a powerful and important contribution to the conversation about baby loss and mental health support. Through her work with The Ellies Gift Project, she is helping to create a world where families can find the support they need to navigate this difficult journey, and her podcast is an important part of that effort.

Relax with Lucy & Co is a UK-based not for profit organisation that provides support and resources for families who have experienced the loss of a baby. The organisation is founded by Lucy Livesey, who is a mental health nurse and mindfulness teacher, as well as a mother who has experienced the loss of her own daughter, Ellie. Lucy runs the organisation with her colleagues, Michelle & Rachel. The organisation specialises in providing baby loss support through mindfulness-based approaches. In addition to their in-person support services, Relax with Lucy & Co also provides online resources and a free baby loss app, known as the Ellies Gift App.

Instagram: elliesgiftproject

Facebook: Relax With Lucy & Co | Rochdale | Facebook

To donate: Donate (paypal.com)

Download our free baby loss app & join weekly mindfulness in Grief sessions for free- The Ellie's Gift App:
The Ellie's Gift Project Baby Loss Support — Relax with Lucy & Co CIC

Send us a message: support@relaxwithlucy.co.uk