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Selfdom

Dominique Elissa 194 Episodes Oct 13, 2026

Selfdom is a personal development podcast hosted by Dominique Elissa, exploring the meaning of self and the journey of self-discovery. Elissa shares her own life experiences, discussing how adversity and unavoidable change can lead to personal growth. The show aims to inspire listeners to live their best lives and remind them that they are not alone in their struggles. Episodes likely blend personal storytelling with practical advice for overcoming challenges and embracing change.

Episodes

Next Self: What No One Tells You About Labour with Melanie the Midwife
Next Self: What No One Tells You About Labour with Melanie the Midwife Oct 13, 2026 3472 How much choice do we actually have when it comes to giving birth? In this episode of Next Self, I sit down with Dr Melanie Jackson, better known as Melanie the Midwife, to unpack the birth options every woman deserves to understand. We talk physiological birth vs medical intervention, choosing between midwifery and obstetric care,  C-sections, birth plans, informed consent and how to advocate for
What’s Actually in Your Perfume? The Truth About “Natural” with Tulita Founder Lucy Bradshaw
What’s Actually in Your Perfume? The Truth About “Natural” with Tulita Founder Lucy Bradshaw Oct 11, 2026 3237 After 16 years working for some of the world’s biggest luxury beauty brands, Tulita founder Lucy Bradshaw found herself burnt out, disconnected from purpose and questioning the products she was using every day. In this episode, we unpack what’s actually inside our perfume, why fragrance formulations have traditionally been so secretive, and whether the fear around fragrance, hormones and fertility
Next Self: Preparing for Conception & Pregnancy Nutrition with Naturopath Ema Taylor
Next Self: Preparing for Conception & Pregnancy Nutrition with Naturopath Ema Taylor Oct 6, 2026 3722 Trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or simply wanting to better understand your hormones? This episode is for you. Today I'm joined by degree-qualified naturopath, clinical nutritionist, certified fertility awareness educator and co-founder of Mother Natal, Ema Taylor. With over a decade of experience supporting women through preconception, pregnancy and postpartum, Ema shares evidence-based,
Why Biohacking Doesn’t Need to Be Expensive & the Future of Wellness with Radek Sali | Episode 138
Why Biohacking Doesn’t Need to Be Expensive & the Future of Wellness with Radek Sali | Episode 138 Oct 4, 2026 2994 In this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and investor Radek Sali to unpack why wellness doesn’t need to be expensive or complicated, and why community might be one of our most powerful health tools. We talk conscious capitalism, greenwashing, the future of wellness and what Radek looks for when investing in brands through Light Warrior.  Upcoming Wanderlust Events: https://wanderlust.com.au/e
Next Self: How to Prepare for Labour & Birth: A Doula's Guide with Anna Maria Boelskov
Next Self: How to Prepare for Labour & Birth: A Doula's Guide with Anna Maria Boelskov Sep 29, 2026 4031 Birth is one of the most transformative experiences a woman can go through, yet for so many of us, it's also one of the least understood. In today's episode, I'm joined by my incredible doula, Anna Maria Boelskov. Anna Maria is a naturopath, herbalist and experienced doula who has spent more than 15 years supporting women through pregnancy and birth. As a first-time mum, meeting Anna Maria complet
Why Are So Many Women Iron Deficient? Dr Libby Weaver on Hormones & Women’s Health | Selfdom Ep. 137
Why Are So Many Women Iron Deficient? Dr Libby Weaver on Hormones & Women’s Health | Selfdom Ep. 137 Sep 27, 2026 4044 Why are so many women iron deficient, and are we overlooking the signs our bodies are giving us? Today on Selfdom, I’m joined by leading nutritional biochemist Dr Libby Weaver to unpack one of the most common health issues affecting women: iron deficiency. We explore the difference between low ferritin, iron deficiency and anaemia, the symptoms women often dismiss as “normal,” and the role of mens
Next Self: Debunking Pregnancy Nutrition Myths with Sheridan Joy Austin, Founder of Foraged For You
Next Self: Debunking Pregnancy Nutrition Myths with Sheridan Joy Austin, Founder of Foraged For You Sep 22, 2026 4099 Joining me today is Sheridan Joy Austin, qualified nutritionist, GAPS practitioner and founder of Foraged For You, a brand dedicated to supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum with nutrient-dense, thoughtfully formulated products. Pregnancy nutrition can feel incredibly overwhelming. One expert tells you to avoid certain foods, another encourages them, and social media is filled with con
Building Loco Love with Emica Penklis | Selfdom Ep.  136
Building Loco Love with Emica Penklis | Selfdom Ep. 136 Sep 20, 2026 2391 How do you turn something you genuinely love into a brand that reaches millions of people? Today on Selfdom, I’m joined by Emica Penklis, naturopath, nutritionist and founder of Loco Love, to hear the story behind one of Australia’s most loved conscious chocolate brands. Long before Loco Love became the brand it is today, Emica’s own health journey led her to study naturopathy and nutrition, explo
10 Things Pregnancy Taught Me About Health, Happiness & Letting Go of Perfection
10 Things Pregnancy Taught Me About Health, Happiness & Letting Go of Perfection Sep 16, 2026 1274 As I near the end of my pregnancy, I’m sharing 10 of the biggest lessons the past nine months have taught me, and surprisingly, most of them have very little to do with pregnancy. From redefining what it actually means to be “healthy” and letting go of perfection, to learning to slow down, ask for help, prioritise sleep and move my body without aesthetics being the goal, pregnancy has completely c
Next Self: The Truth About Newborn Sleep & The Postpartum Advice Every Mum Needs with Dr. Golly
Next Self: The Truth About Newborn Sleep & The Postpartum Advice Every Mum Needs with Dr. Golly Sep 15, 2026 3210 Bringing home a newborn can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to sleep. In this episode, paediatrician Dr Daniel Golshevsky (Dr Golly) shares the number one thing every new parent should know before their baby arrives, practical newborn sleep hacks that actually work, and how to build healthy sleep habits without fear or unrealistic expectations. We also dive into why putting the mother
Why I’m Not Making a Birth Plan + Preparing for Baby | Selfdom Ep. 135
Why I’m Not Making a Birth Plan + Preparing for Baby | Selfdom Ep. 135 Sep 13, 2026 1535 I’m officially 35 weeks pregnant, and things are starting to feel very real! In this solo episode, I’m sitting down for a big pregnancy Q&A and life update as we enter the final few weeks before Baby Bull arrives. I’m sharing everything from our baby shower and why we chose meaningful keepsakes over traditional games, to my iron infusion, nesting mode and turning our house upside down getting rea
Balancing a Successful Podcast & Motherhood with Erika De Pellegrin | Selfdom Ep. 134
Balancing a Successful Podcast & Motherhood with Erika De Pellegrin | Selfdom Ep. 134 Sep 6, 2026 3146 Erika De Pellegrin, founder and host of The Balance Theory, joins me to chat about her journey from a lawyer to building one of Australia’s leading wellness podcasts. We dive into how she started and grew The Balance Theory, the realities of building a successful podcast and personal brand, and the lessons she’s learnt along the way. We also explore motherhood, ambition, identity, comparison and h

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