I’m writing on Substack...

Instead of a blog, I now have a publication on Substack, called Held. By Lauren Barber, where I write weekly essays, share soothing meditations and yoga nidra practices, and weave together storytelling and community.

You can expect to read anything and everything from messy motherhood, soulful business, mental health and sacred ritual.

If you want to read my words, connect with others and feel held in ‘virtual circle’ - then please do come on over…

If you aren’t sure what Substack is… read on…

What is Substack?

Substack is a beautiful community-based space which supports writers and creatives without adverts and capitalistic algorithms, I joined the platform early in 2023 and have found it to be a peaceful, nourishing, supportive and wholesome space full of inspiration and incredible generosity.

Why join me, and others, on Substack?

This space has been created to celebrate uniqueness and art in many formats. Within Substack you can become part of a conversation in the comments - giving a beautiful sense of connection and community with other kindred spirits. You can curate your own Substack viewing so you only see what you wish to. It is a slower pace than social media… no crazy timelines, no sensory overloads with reels and songs blaring out (it always happens when the baby naps!)… all of it is designed to be way more gentle on the nervous system.

How to read my words on Substack?

You can absolutely sign up and simply receive my weekly newsletters into your inbox… BUT for the best experience I recommend downloading the app and using it like a digital library - you can choose and select what to read and allow yourself spaciousness to consume the content in your own time.

Come and have a look, read some of the archive, and if you like what you see do subscribe.

I hope to see you there...

Some of my most popular posts...

Not The Year I Thought It Would Be

Thoughts and painful truths about the first year as a Mother of two...

Read it here

A love note to my real postpartum

Reflecting on my very real fourth trimester experiences with both babies

Read it here

The Power in Micro Moments of Regulation

How I soothe and settle my nervous system in this season of life and Motherhood

Read it here

  • “Lauren shares the beautiful messiness of motherhood with deep reverence for the path, as well as encouraging tenderness for ourselves. Always very relatable and a balm after a long day (or night!)”

    Lyndsay Kaldor writer of Story & Thread

  • “Lauren is able to cocoon you in her words and provide a safe haven for your journey in motherhood. Even without that experience personally I find myself soothed and cradled in the energy of the space that she holds.”

    Louise Hallam writer o The Wisdom Path

  • “I love Lauren's Yoga Nidras and her nourishing approach to business truly resonates with me. Lauren's offerings and writings are a harmonious blend of mindfulness, motherhood and soulful business, a truly unique and cherished combination.”

    Carmen Luisa writer of ,Rooted

  • “Lauren holds a gentle home for mothers and creatives. Both of which I am. I appreciate her words, her wisdom and her honesty in this space and I'm so appreciative to be a part of her community here.”

    Kat River

  • “I appreciate Lauren's reflections on motherhood, there is something about how she writes so honestly and opening about what it feels like and means to be a mother. I encourage you to check out her work, she often shares meditations or yoga nidras too, which are deeply nourishing.”

    Emma Del Ray writer of Being In Motherhood

  • “Lauren's writing is beautifully crafted and unflinchingly honest. She gracefully navigates the juncture of motherhood and creativity, giving voice to the aspects of myself that often remain in the shadows. Her words consistently strike a chord and I'm genuinely delighted that we've connected here in this space.”

    Sarah Robertson writer of Brand Seasons

  • “I love Lauren's writing. There's no filter here. And Lauren's motherhood journey feels so familiar... the unravelling and surrendering and all of the messy multitudes we inhabit. So happy she's here on Substack, so that I can connect with her writing more deeply and more often.”

    Emine Rushton writer of (More Than) The Crumbs

  • “Lauren shares soul work here. If you're a mother and you're looking to sit in circle this is the ONE place on Substack to go, to feel held, to feel less alone in it all. Lauren's posts are honest and deeply centred - I adore everything she writes.”

    Claire Venus writer of Creatively Conscious

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