Hey there! I´m Bek

I’m a Nurse Practitioner, Mother, Business Owner, and Host of Tenderness for Nurses

With 35+ years of nursing experience, I created Tenderness for Nurses as a space where nurses and other healthcare and allied health practitioners feel seen and supported. Through honest conversations, practical resources, and tools to prioritise your wellbeing, I help you navigate the challenges of this demanding profession without losing yourself in the process.
Each week, I unpack the real issues affecting us all – from self-care strategies to professional growth and the emotional toll of caregiving. Every episode features candid discussions and insights from incredible guests making an impact in healthcare, leadership, and advocacy.

Whether you’re new to nursing or have decades of experience, my goal is to support and inspire you while reminding you why you chose this profession in the first place. You deserve care, too – and this space is here to help you find it.

I’m passionate about nurturing wellness through

Support | Self-Care | Growth | Connection

Tune in to Recent Episodes

Real talk and practical tips for nurses, caregivers, and healthcare leaders navigating everyday challenges. Tenderness For Nurses is here to help you beat burnout, protect your wellbeing, and stay connected to the reason you do what you do.

S7 EP1 . Everyone Has Beauty Within

S6 EP11 . Disability Advocacy with Lisa Cox

S6 EP9 . Every Time Choose Health - ETCH

S6 EP6 . Mentorship, Burnout and Nursing with Dr Lendra James

S6 EP2 . Midwife crisis with Kelli Zakharoff

Not a Nurse? Listen anyway. Lessons in love, empathy, acceptance and perspective.

You don’t even have to be a nurse – it’s real life experiences that we all need to hear. Bek is an amazing host and shares her own experiences, whilst talking to her guests in an honest and sate way. It feels like we are all sitting together having a chat. Such valuable conversations and I am grateful to hear them.”

– Kimbohar –

Tenderness for the Soul. This is a podcast for all, created by a brilliant nurse.

A sacred place to listen and learn from different perspectives and their experiences. It’s for everyone’s ears spoken through a tender soul and a nurse extraordinaire beautiful Bek.”

– Vanessa –

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