56: How to create space for our children to thrive with Ashtanga Yoga Instructor & surfer Lea Marie Perfetti

Today's guest, renowned Ashtanga Yoga instructor, surfer and mommy of four Lea Marie Perfetti, knows all about having to shed and rebuild our identities as mamas and how motherhood is a rebirth in so many ways. Lea is a mama who knows how to give her children enough love, presence and enough outdoor space to really allow them to thrive. In fact, you'll see pictures of her children roaming the land near their home in Southwest Portugal riding horses, running around barefoot and joining their parents in their surf, yoga and travel adventures. Her and her husband Tarik, who met in 2008, lead reputable OCEAN WYSE YOGA retreats all over the world and create a sacred space for brining their children along for the ride.     Take-Aways from the Episode:   Embracing femininity after becoming a mom  How she believes natural, open space can help kids thrive  How to negotiate working with a partner or spouse  Extended breastfeeding and naysayers    Next IN PERSON Soul Mamma meeting June 9th at 3pm in downtown Santa Barbara. Email [email protected] to save your spot~   Check out my IG lives at approx. 2pm Mondays and Wednesdays for more info! Have you downloaded the new free pdf on 5 Self Care Tips for the New Year!? It's free! Go to the website & pick it up!    Go to https://www.soulmammas.com to receive the PDF, and read more on her story, show notes, take-aways and more! Come on over to the Facebook Group & hear happenings from our community and to meet like minded mamas like yourself!  Please support the podcast by following me on Instagram where you will also receive episode updates, photos & audio clips!