Equestrian Mama

Lucy Courchaine

Equestrian Mama is the podcast for horse girls who grew up and became mothers. Hosted & produced by Grand Prix dressage rider, pro trainer and mom of two: Lucy Courchaine. We share honest stories from the barn and beyond; topics include riding while pregnant, postpartum recovery, parenting, staying connected to the rider within, and much more. With guest interviews and solo episodes, this show is for anyone balancing babies, older kids, big goals, and barn life. New episodes as often as mom-life allows. Subscribe to the show to never miss an episode! Find even more at www.equestrianmama.com.

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May 11 · 1 hr 3 min
36. IVF, Identity Shifts & Life After Pro Grooming: Sarah Farrell
This week, I’m joined by Sarah Farrell (@annietheoneeyedhunter) for a conversation about identity shifts, infertility, horses, and finding your footing in a completely new season of life. Sarah shares her journey from professional groom to amateur rider, and how that transition unexpectedly opened the door to something new. We talk candidly about her path to motherhood through six rounds of IUI and IVF, the emotional realities of trying to conceive, and the life that follows. We also dive into her new venture, Groom School, resources designed to help amateur riders feel more confident caring for and managing their own horses. This episode is honest, thoughtful, funny, and incredibly relatable for anyone who’s ever had to rebuild their identity inside or outside the barn. You can find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
April 13 · 58 min
35. The 40-Something Dressage Diva: Marcela Pomphrey
If you’ve ever felt like you came to this sport “too late”… or wondered how you'll manage horses and motherhood, this episode is going to hit home. This week, Lucy is joined by Marcela Pomphrey, better known as the “40-something dressage diva,” whose refreshingly honest take on riding, ambition, and progress has resonated with amateur riders around the world. In this conversation, they dive into what it actually looks like to buy your first horse at age 40, how to balance horses with motherhood, and why it’s not only possible—but powerful—to take your riding seriously at any stage of life. Whether you’re getting back in the saddle after time away, chasing new levels with your current horse, or quietly holding onto bigger dreams… this episode will remind you that your riding still matters. 🎧 Listen now let us know what you think! Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
March 29 · 1 hr 1 min
34. When A Rancher Finds Polo: Lee Evans Lee
In this episode, Lucy talks with Lee Evans Lee, founder of Mrs Momma Bear, about what it really looks like to have the courage to make changes in your life, both big and small. Lee shares her perspective on the quiet strength that motherhood builds, and why moms are often more powerful than they give themselves credit for. From navigating identity shifts to trusting your instincts to appreciating each phase of parenting, this conversation is a reminder that you don’t need to have everything figured out to take the next step forward. Lucy and Lee also dive into the idea that sometimes the simplest things can bring us back to ourselves, and why “touching grass” might be more than just a saying when life feels overwhelming. This episode is for the mom who knows she’s capable of more, even if she’s still figuring out what that looks like. Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
March 22 · 41 min
33. Finding Wins at WEF and in Motherhood: Syd Shulman
In this episode of Equestrian Mama, Lucy talks with professional show jumper (currently on a hot streak of wins!) and mom of two, Syd Shulman Desiderio. Currently competing at the top levels of the sport, Syd shares what it looks like to balance high-performance riding at WEF with raising two young boys. She opens up about the self-awareness that has allowed her to find her own “sweet spot” in both motherhood and competition, and how her perspective on winning has evolved in this season of life. Lucy and Syd also dive into the powerful influence of Syd’s own mother, a professional rider who shaped her upbringing and continues to impact the way she approaches motherhood today. Syd’s admiration for her mom is both tangible and inspiring, offering a glimpse into the kind of legacy many mothers hope to create. This conversation goes beyond the highlight reel to explore identity, goals, and the reality of doing both, without doing it all. Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
March 15 · 1 hr 24 min
32. The Voice Behind the Ponies: Liz Hill Heiber
On this episode of Equestrian Mama, Lucy sits down with voiceover artist, musician, horse girl, and mom of two Liz Hill Heiber, known online as @Voiceoversandponies. Just two weeks after welcoming her second baby at home, Liz joins the show to talk about her unconventional path through the music industry, the horse that unexpectedly helped her meet her husband, and what life really looks like raising babies in a house full of horses. From voiceover booths to barn aisles, Liz shares her journey through creativity, motherhood, home birth, and building a life that blends it all together. Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
March 8 · 41 min
31. Staying Legally Sound: Andrea Wise
In this episode, Lucy sits down with Andrea Wise, founder of Legally Sound, a law practice dedicated to serving the equestrian community. Andrea shares her own horse girl beginnings and the path that led her to building a legal practice focused entirely on our industry. We talk about the contracts, agreements, and tricky situations that riders, trainers, and horse owners often face, and how having the right legal structure in place can protect both your business and your peace of mind. We also dive into what it looks like to be both an equestrian professional and an influencer in today’s online world, including Andrea's experiences in the early days of online entrepreneurship. Andrea also opens up about navigating motherhood while running a business, including the experience of sending her first child to kindergarten during the uncertainty of the COVID years. This conversation is full of practical insight, honest reflections, and a reminder that protecting your work and your family life often starts with asking the right questions and putting the right agreements in place. Whether you're a rider, trainer, business owner, or equestrian content creator, this episode will give you a clearer picture of how to stay legally sound in the horse world. Find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
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March 1 · 1 hr 28 min
30. Horses, Healing and Becoming Her Again: Erin Lane.
Motherhood changes everything. Your body. Your priorities. Your ambition. The way you move through the barn. The way you see yourself. In this deeply honest conversation, Erin Lane shares her journey through a career in horses, pregnancy, pregnancy loss, and the quiet, complicated process of finding herself again on the other side of motherhood. We talk about: Building a life and identity around horses Experiencing pregnancy and loss while still showing up professionally The grief no one quite knows how to talk about in our industry How motherhood reshaped her career goals and daily priorities What she’s choosing to focus on, consume, and protect in this season of life And what “healing” actually looks like when you’re still in the middle of it This is a long-form, unfiltered 90-minute conversation about ambition, grief, resilience, and the version of yourself you become after everything shifts. If you’ve ever felt like you’re rebuilding your identity in the saddle while raising children at home, this episode is for you. — If you’d like early access to upcoming episodes and exclusive content, make sure you’re on the Equestrian Mama email list. Sign up and check out all we are working on at www.equestrianmama.com. And if this conversation resonates, share it with another equestrian mama who needs to hear it.
Oct 27, 2025 · 58 min
29. Living the Comparison Detox: Helen Abrams of Life Equestrian
In this episode, Lucy talks with Helen Abrams of Life Equestrian. Helen is an equestrian influencer based in California and brings a fresh perspective of gratitude surrounding all the changes that motherhood can bring to one's life. Helen and Lucy chat all things body changes, anxiety, comparing (or not comparing) on social media, and so much more. So many gems of advice and validation in this episode....enjoy! Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com, and find Lucy on Instagram @lucyintheskywithsapphires
Sep 8, 2025 · 47 min
28. Positive Hospital Birth Stories!
A sequel to our Empowering Home Births, this episode of Equestrian Mama is a collection of three positive birth stories that took place in a hospital. Fellow equestrian mamas including artist Georgie Turner, FEI trainer Alexa Derr, and our own host, Lucy Courchaine tell their happy ending birth stories. Meant to inspire, empower and entertain, these stories are full of love and joy - have your tissues handy! You can find more resources and support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
Jul 29, 2025 · 58 min
27. On Natural Horsemanship & Newborns: Amy Bowers
In this episode, Lucy sits down with widely known and revered natural horsemanship and eventing trainer, Amy Bowers. Amy recently had her first baby after a challenging pregnancy and delivery experience, and she and Lucy cover all the details of life as a professional and Equestrian Mama. Amy's interesting history, family relationship to Pat Parelli, real talk on life in the newborn trenches and rider body image postpartum make this a fascinating episode. If you like this episode, please leave a positive rating and review! You can find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
Jul 11, 2025 · 1 hr 14 min
26. Pregnancy After Miscarriage: Caroline Culbertson of Horse Person Podcast
In this episode, Lucy sits down with acclaimed podcast host, Caroline Culbertson of Horse Person Podcast. Following their previous episode on pregnancy loss, Lucy and Caroline share their individual experiences with pregnancy after a miscarriage. Lucy and Caroline dive into the emotions, recovery, and conversations that need to be shared surrounding this topic. They chat about talking to older kids about loss, moving forward mentally and physically, and so much more. We hope you enjoy this episode with an open heart, and help us share the message of understanding in whatever way this episode resonates with you. Find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com
May 28, 2025 · 47 min
25. Ranch Life, Real Talk: Jessie Jarvis of Of The West
What does real ranch life look like when you're balancing cattle, kids, and building a business? In this episode, Lucy sits down with Jessie Jarvis — ranching mama, entrepreneur, and founder of Of The West — to talk about the unfiltered reality of life in the ag world. We chat about what it's like raising a family on the land, how she’s championing western industry careers through her job platform, and what the rest of us can learn from ranch life, even if we've never touched a pair of cowboy boots. This conversation is fascinating, funny, and honestly just cool — much like Jessie herself. Love this episode? Subscribe to never miss a thing! You can also find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com.
May 19, 2025 · 57 min
24. Horses in Hollywood: Carlotta Montanari of Four Legs on Set
In this episode of Equestrian Mama, Lucy sits down to chat with Carlotta Montanari of the elite horse rental company, Four Legs on Set. They chat about Carlotta's history and experiences with horses, how she started her business, the famous people who have hired her horses for their projects, and of course, her journey in motherhood. Love this episode? Please leave a positive rating or review! You can find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com.
May 12, 2025 · 1 hr
23. Riding a Rack & Bouncing Back: Brittany Chaffee
In this episode, Lucy chats with writer and saddleseat rider, Brittany Chaffee. They discuss everything from Saddlebreds in the horse industry to riding while pregnant to parenting small kids, all from a true horse girl perspective. Brittany is warm and kind and listening to this episode is like visiting with an old friend - you don't want to miss it! Love this episode? Leave us a positive rating and review! You can find cool products and more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com.
Apr 8, 2025 · 50 min
22. The Accidental Home Birth! And More Empowering Home Birth Stories
This is the first episode in a new collection of positive birth stories from other Equestrian Mamas. These three Home Birth stories (from Hannah Childs, Megan Muscarella and Johanna Kremberg) will make you laugh, cry, and gasp in amazement at the strength of women, especially during the absolute miracle that is human birth. Anyone can enjoy these stories; as visualization for something you hope for…for remembering the magical experience of the birth of your own children, or simply listening and connecting to the power of female energy during one of our strongest moments in life. This episode, specifically, features home births, therefore unmedicated, both planned and unexpected! Birth stories of all kinds will be explored and shared in upcoming episodes (stay tuned for Positive Hospital Birth Stories coming up next). Love this episode? Subscribe, leave a positive rating or review! More support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood can be found at www.equestrianmama.com.
Mar 30, 2025 · 47 min
21. Intentional Choices: Megan Muscarella of Solid Citizen Equestrian
Lucy chats with Megan Muscarella, California-based fit model and founder of Solid Citizen Equestrian. Megan talks about all the very intentional choices she made for herself and her baby before, during and after recent pregnancy. The cover so many parts of Megan's life and motherhood journey, including: health & nutrition, creating capsule clothing collections from scratch, movement during pregnancy, support during postpartum and more. Love this episode? Visit www.equestrianmama.com to find more resources and support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood.
Mar 20, 2025 · 51 min
20. Handbags & Hustle: Jill Tweedy of Tucker Tweed
In this episode, Lucy talks with Jill Tweedy, founder of the beloved equestrian lifestyle brand Tucker Tweed. Jill shares her journey from horse lover to business owner, how she raised two boys, built a successful brand, and her best tips for juggling motherhood, business, and barn time. If you're an equestrian mom (or a busy multitasker trying to do it all), you won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation! 🔹 Jill’s background & how she started Tucker Tweed🔹 Motherhood & raising kids as a horsewoman🔹 Time management tips for moms wearing all the hats🔹 Advice for equestrian entrepreneurs balancing work, family, and horses Love this episode? Leave us a rating and review! Find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at ⁠EquestrianMama.com⁠.
Mar 14, 2025 · 53 min
19. Raising Kids With Grit: Alli Addison of Milton Menasco
In this episode, Lucy chats with the woman behind the Milton Menasco brand, Alli Addison. Alli is a rider in both the English and Western worlds and a working ranch mom of two kids. Along with talking about the brand and Alli’s own experiences in the horse world, Lucy and Alli dive into chatting about raising kids who have access to nice horses, keeping kids humble and engaged, teaching financial responsibility in the horse world at a young age, and more. Love this episode? Leave us a rating and review! Find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at EquestrianMama.com.
Mar 8, 2025 · 40 min
18. High Fashion Down Under: Bec Christian of Vala Equestrian
In this episode, Lucy talks to the founder of VALA Equestrian, Bec Christian. Bec developed this Australian brand after returning to riding postpartum, frustrated with the uncomfortable riding clothes options on the market at the time. She navigated starting a clothing brand from scratch while raising her young daughter, Arabella. Lucy chats with Bec about her life with horses, her brand’s story, and of course, her journey in motherhood. Love this episode? You can find more support for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com.
Feb 21, 2025 · 39 min
17. Behind the Lens: Shawna Whitty of SAS Equestrian
In this episode, Lucy talks to the founder of SAS Equestrian, Shawna Whitty. Shawna is a renowned equine photographer with a base in Toronto during the summer and Wellington, Florida, in the winter. Her photography business is highly sought after, specializing in equine portraits, black-and-white backgrounds, and capturing the essence of the equestrian lifestyle. Beyond her professional achievements, Shawna is a proud mother of two young children: a 2½-year-old son and a 15-month-old daughter. The discussion highlights Shawna's background in horses and photography prior to motherhood, the evolution of her career since, the shared experiences of working moms, and her efforts to balance it all. Love this episode? Find more resources for equestrians in pregnancy, postpartum and parenthood at www.equestrianmama.com.

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