Fri, 06 Mar 2026 11:49:58 -0500 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2229096 en-us © 2026 Equestrian Mum 101 yes a5c810c5-108d-5d89-b0b0-251d3d1687a7 info@oliviatowersdressage.com Olivia episodic false Ever wondered how woman juggle their passion for horses and motherhood? Whether it be whilst pregnant, with a newborn, and beyond. I always have and it was made even more important when I found out I was pregnant for the first time.

This podcast is for anyone who has children, is expecting, or is just curious about how it could all work in the future when the time is right, and lastly, if you are a young adult with horses who struggles with the emotional rollercoaster of having your parents involved. Hosted by myself Olivia Kelly (Towers) a professional equestrian of 14 years, coach, and recently turned military wife.

So join us if you are looking for a place to discuss all the topics, the 'what ifs', the worries, and the stories that come along. A place you can listen along and not feel so alone or unsure. I am well known for my openness and this podcast will be no different, ill take you through each stage of pregnancy and then into motherhood with a variety of guests joining me to talk about their experiences too. 

 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) equestrian,equestrian mum,motherhood, Olivia info@oliviatowersdressage.com https://storage.buzzsprout.com/g1omxynvlearz2930zxqsk8oboeg?.jpg Olivia Kelly Guest podcast episode with Equestrian Mum Club | Ep.12 Firstly, apologies! This was meant to be uploaded before baby Perrin arrived but I will let myself off considering I was prepping for my first little human to arrive into the world! 

This episode is from the Equestrian Mum Club podcast and the lovely Katie Allen Clark and Sophie Conway who are equally passionate about talking all things equestrian and motherhood. 

We cover so many topics in this and I had so much fun recording it! 

]]> Firstly, apologies! This was meant to be uploaded before baby Perrin arrived but I will let myself off considering I was prepping for my first little human to arrive into the world! 

This episode is from the Equestrian Mum Club podcast and the lovely Katie Allen Clark and Sophie Conway who are equally passionate about talking all things equestrian and motherhood. 

We cover so many topics in this and I had so much fun recording it! 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-15393180 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 13:00:00 -0400 4085 10 12 full false The rocky road to learning to Breastfeed | Ep.11 In this episode, we talk all about that magical milk bar! 
I had always planned to breastfeed and ever since I can remember it's been important to me. 

After a traumatic birth, I really wanted to be able to do this for my baby but also for myself. We had a very rocky start and there were so many moments I didn't think I would be able to continue but as I post this podcast we are 3 months into exclusively breastfeeding and I am thankful for every day my body and baby continue to work together. 

This is my own personal story of our journey and what we learnt along the way. Enjoy! 

]]> In this episode, we talk all about that magical milk bar! 
I had always planned to breastfeed and ever since I can remember it's been important to me. 

After a traumatic birth, I really wanted to be able to do this for my baby but also for myself. We had a very rocky start and there were so many moments I didn't think I would be able to continue but as I post this podcast we are 3 months into exclusively breastfeeding and I am thankful for every day my body and baby continue to work together. 

This is my own personal story of our journey and what we learnt along the way. Enjoy! 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-15393078 Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:00:00 -0400 2186 1 11 full false Navigating the first few days after birth | Ep.10 In this episode, I chat about the first week post-birth within the hospital and also going home. It was a rollercoster for me after a not so ideal birth and a steep learning curve. 

I would love to hear your thoughts and please do share on socials when you listen. 

]]> In this episode, I chat about the first week post-birth within the hospital and also going home. It was a rollercoster for me after a not so ideal birth and a steep learning curve. 

I would love to hear your thoughts and please do share on socials when you listen. 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-15360817 Thu, 04 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2530 1 10 full false Our Birth Story | Ep. 9 We have made it to the other side and our beautiful boy has arrived! 

In this podcast, I take you through our birth story which definitely didn't go to plan but this is very common when it comes to birth! I walk you through from the start of our induction through to an emergency C-section. 

*Trigger Warning* this podcast does discuss some upsetting areas around birth and listener's discretion is advised. 

]]> We have made it to the other side and our beautiful boy has arrived! 

In this podcast, I take you through our birth story which definitely didn't go to plan but this is very common when it comes to birth! I walk you through from the start of our induction through to an emergency C-section. 

*Trigger Warning* this podcast does discuss some upsetting areas around birth and listener's discretion is advised. 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-15295906 Sun, 23 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400 2103 1 9 full false 39 weeks and counting | Ep.8 Olivia Buzzsprout-15230218 Tue, 11 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1746 full false 34 week update | Ep. 7 In this episode, we have a catch up of how the pregnancy is going and navigating how things are changing with the horses. I also chat a bit about how I've prepped so far for baby boy's arrival. 

Enjoy and make sure to share when you are listening.

]]> In this episode, we have a catch up of how the pregnancy is going and navigating how things are changing with the horses. I also chat a bit about how I've prepped so far for baby boy's arrival. 

Enjoy and make sure to share when you are listening.

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-14794196 Fri, 29 Mar 2024 17:00:00 -0400 1782 1 7 full false When should I stop riding in pregnancy? | Ep.6 In this episode, I chat through my thoughts about riding whilst pregnant. This is of course a very controversial topic for obvious reasons but it is also so important to talk about as many women who ride and become pregnant struggle with what's best to do. 

I can only come from my perspective on this and every body, pregnancy, and experience is different. Would love to know your thoughts after listening to this. Enjoy and please rate and review the podcast to help us keep growing. 

]]> In this episode, I chat through my thoughts about riding whilst pregnant. This is of course a very controversial topic for obvious reasons but it is also so important to talk about as many women who ride and become pregnant struggle with what's best to do. 

I can only come from my perspective on this and every body, pregnancy, and experience is different. Would love to know your thoughts after listening to this. Enjoy and please rate and review the podcast to help us keep growing. 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-14363931 Tue, 23 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500 1830 full false Chatting all things birth, babies and country life with Girl about the yard | Ep. 5 In this episode, we chat with our first-ever guest and it is with the charming Verena also known on social media as Girl about the yard. We had a great chat about her experience with Motherhood, and how she navigated pregnancy,  birth, and early motherhood alongside horses (and her loveable donkey!). 
Grab a cup of tea and enjoy! Also do share on social media if you are listening and let us know your thoughts. 

]]> In this episode, we chat with our first-ever guest and it is with the charming Verena also known on social media as Girl about the yard. We had a great chat about her experience with Motherhood, and how she navigated pregnancy,  birth, and early motherhood alongside horses (and her loveable donkey!). 
Grab a cup of tea and enjoy! Also do share on social media if you are listening and let us know your thoughts. 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-14280377 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 14:00:00 -0500 3477 full false Gender Reveal | Ep.4 In this episode, I tell you the gender of our baby! I also talk about when I planned on telling people about the pregnancy and also how I am finding working with horses and the changes I am making. 

I must have had baby brain making this one as didn't close the episode up but still lots shared! Enjoy and please do share, rate, and review. 

]]> In this episode, I tell you the gender of our baby! I also talk about when I planned on telling people about the pregnancy and also how I am finding working with horses and the changes I am making. 

I must have had baby brain making this one as didn't close the episode up but still lots shared! Enjoy and please do share, rate, and review. 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-14187406 Thu, 21 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1293 full false Heightened emotions! | Ep.3 In this episode, I update you on my pregnancy symptoms and how I am feeling. We also go into how it has heightened things I have been struggling with the past few years. 

]]> In this episode, I update you on my pregnancy symptoms and how I am feeling. We also go into how it has heightened things I have been struggling with the past few years. 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-14134332 Tue, 12 Dec 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1672 full false The two week wait & Pregnancy Rage! | Ep. 2 In this episode, I talk about my impatience for waiting to see if I was pregnant and also the struggles with feeling so angry for absolutely no reason which led to shame. If you enjoy this episode please do share it on social media and let me know what you think by tagging me in your stories/posts! 

]]> In this episode, I talk about my impatience for waiting to see if I was pregnant and also the struggles with feeling so angry for absolutely no reason which led to shame. If you enjoy this episode please do share it on social media and let me know what you think by tagging me in your stories/posts! 

]]> Olivia Buzzsprout-14085707 Mon, 04 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500 1461 full false I am pregnant! | Ep.1 Our first episode of this very special journey! A little introduction into myself and the plans for this podcast. Enjoy! 

]]> Our first episode of this very special journey! A little introduction into myself and the plans for this podcast. Enjoy! 

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