MAMAzine
Interviews and nuance on motherhood, nourishment, and the tender window after birth.
Interviews
The Ritual Is the Pause w/ Rachelle Robinett, Herbalist and Author of Naturally
Herbalist Rachelle Robinett, author of Naturally, talks with Sydney about tea as a two-minute ritual, why a postpartum nervous system needs rebuilding rather than pushing, and where a tired mother can gently begin.
Sydney Bliss · November 3, 2026 · 8 min read
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Twenty Years In w/ Lauren Kaneko-Jones of Mitchell Family Acupuncture
Lauren Kaneko-Jones has spent nearly twenty years practicing Chinese medicine, first as a patient seeking relief, now as the clinical director of Mitchell Family Acupuncture in Berkeley. She talks with Sydney about the postpartum weeks as a germinating season, the herbs and broths she keeps simple, and why community support for a new mother has to bend to who she actually is.
Sydney Bliss · October 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Becoming FRTIL w/ Meghan Mugg
Meghan Mugg is a practitioner, mother, and the visionary founder of FRTIL, creating food-forward, whole-food supplements that bridge pure nature and modern life.
Sydney Bliss · May 31, 2026 · 6 min read
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Taking Pleasure in Nourishment w/ Arielle de Martinez
Sydney Bliss · May 22, 2026 · 6 min read
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Bringing New Families Together w/ Megan Lierley
Sydney Bliss · March 19, 2025 · 3 min read
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Motherhood, A Homecoming w/ Elly Bannon
Sydney Bliss · February 17, 2025 · 6 min read
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Holding Mothers w/ Krista Tarantino of Earth Milk Moon
Krista Tarantino is an experienced Registered Nurse and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant with over ten years of dedicated service to postpartum wellness. As a certified Innate Postpartum Care Provider and educator, she has supported mothers and families across California, in hospitals, homes, and virtually. With a deep reverence for the transformative power of postpartum, Krista embraces the sacred journey of motherhood, recognizing the healing and creativity it brings. Through her work with Earth Milk Moon, Krista and her team provide holistic care to families, guiding mothers back to their intuition with love, nourishment, and support during one of life’s most tender transitions.
Sydney Bliss · February 10, 2025 · 4 min read
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Playful by Design w/ Hannah and Stephan of Stapelstein
Stapelstein was born from the desire to address the growing need for movement and play in children’s lives. With a focus on holistic development and family well-being, their multifunctional, open-ended designs encourage creativity, balance, and active play for all ages. Made with high-quality, sustainable materials, these elements foster a dynamic environment where children and parents can engage in playful movement together. Stapelstein’s products reflect a philosophy of simplicity and elegance, offering solutions that go beyond traditional toys and provide lasting inspiration for families to connect, move, and grow.
Sydney Bliss · February 3, 2025 · 3 min read
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Empowered Birth w/ Caitlin Dyer of Mother Down Under
Caitlin Dyer is a passionate advocate for empowering women through their journey from pregnancy to postpartum. With her background as a Registered Nurse, Certified Hypnobirthing Practitioner, and Postpartum Doula, Caitlin combines expertise with personal experience to guide parents towards a positive birth experience that feels authentic to them. Her approach centers on trust—trusting the body, trusting the process, and ultimately trusting oneself. Through her work, Caitlin aims to provide the tools, support, and reassurance needed to help families transition into parenthood with confidence, all while encouraging a much-needed societal shift toward better recognition and support for the work of motherhood.
Sydney Bliss · January 27, 2025 · 3 min read
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Tending to Your Womb w/ Dr. Anietie “Tia” Ukpe-Wallace
Dr. Anietie "Tia" Ukpe-Wallace is a passionate orthopedic and pelvic health physical therapist based in Oakland, CA. Specializing in guiding individuals through the continuum of care from pregnancy loss to postpartum recovery, Tia emphasizes the importance of self-care in her holistic approach. Her own journey with pelvic health challenges and the emotional toll of multiple miscarriages has deepened her understanding and love for this often-overlooked area of the body. In addition to her physical therapy practice, she curates "Tending to Your Womb" retreats and offers a variety of resources to help women reclaim their well-being. With a background as a yoga teacher, a love for movement, and a deep personal connection to the physical and emotional aspects of motherhood, Tia is committed to nurturing others through education, care, and community support.
Sydney Bliss · January 20, 2025 · 4 min read
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Matrescence w/ Malin Westermann
Malin Westermann, an Oslo-based photographer and mother, brings an extraordinary sensitivity to her work, focusing on the often overlooked beauty and resilience of motherhood. Her photo project Matrescence emerged from her own transformative postpartum experience after an unplanned pregnancy and a harrowing birth. Through her lens, she captures the raw power and quiet sacrifices of mothers, aiming to make them feel seen and celebrated.
Sydney Bliss · January 13, 2025 · 3 min read
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The Mama Gaze w/ Karni Arieli
Karni Arieli, a BAFTA-nominated filmmaker, photographer, and the visionary behind the Eye Mama Project. Launched on Instagram during the pandemic, Eye Mama celebrates the "Mama Gaze"—authentic, intimate portrayals of motherhood by photographer mothers worldwide. Over time, it has grown into an award-winning platform and a stunning photo book featuring more than 200 images of care, imperfection, and resilience. Karni shares how her experiences as a mother of two boys and a creative navigating the duality of motherhood inspired her to curate this powerful collection. "We can't empower the invisible," Karni notes, underscoring the importance of giving visibility to the beauty, complexity, and challenges of maternal care through this project.
Sydney Bliss · January 6, 2025 · 10 min read