In today’s Naptime Chat, I’m sitting down with Carlie Byrom — mum of three, bookkeeper, and founder of Life Brain Training — to talk about something so many of us feel but rarely get practical support for: our nervous system.

Before kids, Carlie worked long days in television. When motherhood came along, she knew 12+ hour days on set weren’t compatible with the kind of parent she wanted to be, so she retrained as a bookkeeper to create more flexibility.

But it was her experience parenting a highly sensitive daughter — navigating long, intense meltdowns, feeling helpless, and trying everything — that eventually led her to discover NeurOptimal neurofeedback. What started as something to help her own mental health and her daughter’s emotional regulation has now become a business that supports families Australia-wide.

In this episode, we chat about:


Carlie’s journey from TV to bookkeeping to running a neurofeedback business around her three kids


What NeurOptimal neurofeedback actually is, in real-world language (no science degree required)


How brain training supports emotional resilience, regulation and capacity for both mums and kids


The reality of parenting a child with big emotions, and what changed when her daughter could finally self-regulate


How caring for our nervous system changes the way we show up in business — decision making, stress, and those “too much on my plate” days


Simple, real-life ways to build tiny moments of presence into busy days (yes, even if you’re juggling multiple businesses and activities)


Why looking after yourself isn’t “optional” if you want a sustainable business and a connected family life


Carlie’s gentle advice for mums starting out in business: trust the process and loosen your grip on the outcome

If you’ve been feeling overloaded, reactive, or like your capacity never quite matches the size of your to-do list, this conversation will give you both language and hope — plus a really interesting peek into a tool you may never have heard of.

Links + Resources
→ Connect with Carlie on Facebook or learn more about NeurOptimal on Carlie's website
→ Come say hi on Instagram: @‌balancedbizmama
→ Join The Balanced Biz Mama Circle (monthly coaching + community for mums in business)
→ Subscribe to never miss an episode!

In today&rsquo;s Naptime Chat, I&rsquo;m sitting down with Carlie Byrom &mdash; mum of three, bookkeeper, and founder of Life Brain Training &mdash; to talk about something so many of us feel but rarely get practical support for: our nervous system.
Before kids, Carlie worked long days in television. When motherhood came along, she knew 12+ hour days on set weren&rsquo;t compatible with the kind of parent she wanted to be, so she retrained as a bookkeeper to create more flexibility.
But it was her experience parenting a highly sensitive daughter &mdash; navigating long, intense meltdowns, feeling helpless, and trying everything &mdash; that eventually led her to discover NeurOptimal neurofeedback. What started as something to help her own mental health and her daughter&rsquo;s emotional regulation has now become a business that supports families Australia-wide.
In this episode, we chat about:
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Carlie&rsquo;s journey from TV to bookkeeping to running a neurofeedback business around her three kids
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What NeurOptimal neurofeedback actually is, in real-world language (no science degree required)
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How brain training supports emotional resilience, regulation and capacity for both mums and kids
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The reality of parenting a child with big emotions, and what changed when her daughter could finally self-regulate
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How caring for our nervous system changes the way we show up in business &mdash; decision making, stress, and those &ldquo;too much on my plate&rdquo; days
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Simple, real-life ways to build tiny moments of presence into busy days (yes, even if you&rsquo;re juggling multiple businesses and activities)
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Why looking after yourself isn&rsquo;t &ldquo;optional&rdquo; if you want a sustainable business and a connected family life
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Carlie&rsquo;s gentle advice for mums starting out in business: trust the process and loosen your grip on the outcome
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If you&rsquo;ve been feeling overloaded, reactive, or like your capacity never quite matches the size of your to-do list, this conversation will give you both language and hope &mdash; plus a really interesting peek into a tool you may never have heard of.
Links + Resources &rarr; Connect with Carlie on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/lifebraintraining">Facebook</a>&nbsp;or learn more about NeurOptimal on Carlie's <a href="https://www.lifebraintraining.com.au">website</a> &rarr; Come say hi on Instagram: <a href="https://instagram.com/balancedbizmama" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">@&zwnj;balancedbizmama</a> &rarr; Join <a href="https://balancedbizmama.com.au/bbm-circle" data-testid="link-with-safety" data-renderer-mark="true">The Balanced Biz Mama Circle</a> (monthly coaching + community for mums in business) &rarr; Subscribe to never miss an episode!

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Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

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Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Naptime, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree - mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to find your balance between business and your family, creating your dream life during naptime, or in those precious in-between moments when you're a work from home parent. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from overwhelmed to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of - for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
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Coffee, Clients & Naptime

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood & Working From Home

Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree—mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.

Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.

If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you’ve always dreamed of—for yourself and your family.

So, grab your coffee, and let’s make it happen!

 

Follow along on Instagram: 

https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/ 

Visit us online:

https://balancedbizmama.com.au

A Mama's Guide To Balancing Parenthood &amp; Working From Home
Coffee, Clients, and Nap-time, the ultimate podcast for ambitious parents ready to build a fulfilling business while raising their families. Hosted by Sarah Maree&mdash;mother, entrepreneur, and mentor with 15 years of experience in building successful businesses.
Learn how to attract clients during nap-time, after school drop-off, or in those precious in-between moments of parenting meeting your business dreams. We share practical tools and proven methods to help you transition from corporate life to running a successful business on your own terms.
If you're a parent looking to replace the 9-to-5 with flexibility, freedom, and purpose, this podcast is for you. This is the support you need to create the life you&rsquo;ve always dreamed of&mdash;for yourself and your family.
So, grab your coffee, and let&rsquo;s make it happen!
&nbsp;
Follow along on Instagram:&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/">https://www.instagram.com/balancedbizmama/</a>&nbsp;
Visit us online:
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