Ever had a bride stand on the pedestal for 30 minutes and tell you things she hasn’t told anyone else?
Bridal seamstresses joke that our fittings are basically therapy sessions, so this week I brought in an actual therapist! In this episode, Nadine sits down with Anansia Leslie-Bailey, a registered psychotherapist who specializes in couples and the wedding industry. They walk through the real situations seamstresses face in the fitting room and how to respond with care, without overstepping. Then they turn the conversation to us, and to what wedding season is doing to our own wellbeing.
In this episode:
Why “it makes sense” lands better than “that’s normal” when a bride is overwhelmed before the wedding
What to say when she’s stuck with a difficult bridesmaid (hint: not everyone has to be in the inner circle)
How to handle an overbearing mom or mother-in-law and stay “team bride” while still respecting her guest
What to do when you’re worried about a bride’s relationship, and why it’s not our role to say so
The wellness resource list every bridal seamstress should hand to every bride
The 7-area self-care “battery” check for wedding pros, and why small 1% shifts work better than trying to hit 100%
Busy season isn’t temporary; it’s your work. How to spot burnout by asking “how did I get here?”
If you’re using the slower season to plan how next year will look different, this one’s a must-listen. Grab a notebook, because you’ll want to start your own wellness referral list before your first spring fitting!
Connect with Anansia:
Website: www.ido-therapy.com
Email: info@ido-therapy.com
Instagram: @anansa_bailey
Connect with Nadine:
Get your ticket to the first SBS National Conference, Monday, March 8, 2027, in Asheville: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/retreats-1
Learn more about the SBS membership: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/membership
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