3 Kids Under 4, Running A Biz & Not Burned Out - How Hayley Osborne Does It

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Ever wondered how some people seem to do it all—run a successful business, raise a young family, and still look after their health and wellbeing? This week on the podcast, Chris and Filly Functional Medicine catch up with Hayley Osborne, a serial entrepreneur, business strategist, and health brand expert who’s living proof that thriving with three kids under four and a growing company is possible—without burning out.

Let’s unpack Hayley’s top strategies, her honest take on burnout in the health industry, and why compartmentalising, self-care, and smart business practices are the secret sauce for sustainable success. Plus, we’ll share practical wellness tips and resources to help you on your own holistic health and business journey.

Who Is Hayley Osborne?

Hayley Osborne is the founder of hayleyosborne.com, where she empowers Australian health businesses to demystify and simplify their marketing. Featured on Channel 7, radio, and in major publications, Hayley’s mission is all about supporting the backbone of our community: thriving health businesses. But her real superpower? Juggling three little ones under four-and-a-half, a bustling home, and a business that’s growing fast—all while prioritising her own health and wellness.

Running a Home and Business Without Burning Out

At Chris and Filly Functional Medicine, we know that burnout functional medicine isn’t just about fixing symptoms—it’s about creating a life that supports your energy, mood, and whole body health. Hayley’s approach is a masterclass in this philosophy.

Her number one tip? Compartmentalise the “hats” you wear. When she’s working, she’s all in on business. When she’s with her kids, she’s present as mum. This clear boundary helps her avoid the constant mental load and guilt that comes from trying to do everything at once. It’s a classic case of mind body medicine: being present, reducing stress, and letting go of the pressure to “do it all” at every moment.

Letting Go of Mum Guilt

Mum guilt is real, especially for women juggling work and family. Hayley’s advice? Give yourself permission to let go of perfectionism. Accept that some days will be messy, and that’s okay. By embracing holistic wellness and self-compassion, you can be a better mum, business owner, and human.

At Chris and Filly Functional Medicine, we see this as a key step in healing from within—releasing guilt and shame, and embracing self-kindness as part of your wellness journey.

Burnout Trends in the Health Industry

Hayley and the team chat about the worrying burnout trends in the health and wellness space. With so many practitioners and business owners pushing themselves to the brink, it’s never been more important to prioritise preventative health, root cause medicine, and supportive business practices.

Hayley helps health brand business owners run profitable businesses without sacrificing their wellbeing. Her strategies focus on realistic goal-setting, clear boundaries, delegating tasks, and building a support network—essentials for sustainable growth and personal resilience.

Navigating Post-Partum and Prioritising Health

The post-partum period is a notoriously tricky time for health and energy. Hayley shares how she navigated this phase by tuning into her body’s needs, getting support, and letting go of the pressure to “bounce back” instantly. Her approach echoes the Ending Body Burnout Method: listen to your body, honour your limits, and focus on gradual, sustainable recovery.

Nutrition Detox: A Boost for Energy and Focus

One of Hayley’s favourite wellness tools? A nutrition detox to clear out the cobwebs and reset her body. She’s a fan of simple, real food—nothing extreme or punishing. By focusing on whole foods, hydration, and gentle detox practices, she boosts her energy, focus, and momentum for both family and business life.

Want to learn more about Hayley’s approach? Check out her free guide, "The 5 Steps to Boost Your Energy, Focus & Momentum".

Practical Tips for Thriving (Not Just Surviving)

Inspired by Hayley’s story, here are some practical tips you can use to avoid burnout and create a life that feels spacious, energised, and flowful:

1. Compartmentalise Your Roles

Set clear boundaries between work, family, and self-care. Being present with each role reduces overwhelm and helps you recharge.

2. Ditch Perfectionism

Accept that not every day will go to plan. Progress over perfection is the goal—especially in holistic health and business.

3. Prioritise Self-Care

Schedule time for yourself, even if it’s just a few minutes a day. Meditation, journalling, movement, or a walk in nature can work wonders.

4. Delegate and Ask for Help

You don’t have to do it all alone. Build a support network, delegate tasks, and lean on your community.

5. Embrace Preventative Health

Regular check-ins with your body, functional nutrition, and mind body medicine can help you catch burnout before it takes hold.

6. Keep Learning and Growing

Whether it’s business strategy, nutrition, or personal development, ongoing learning keeps you inspired and resilient.

Ready to Create Your Own Wellness Journey?

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just want a roadmap for holistic wellness and business success, Chris and Filly Functional Medicine is here to help. You can book a Discovery Call or connect the dots with us to get personalised support—no sales pitch, just real, practical advice.

And if you want more from Hayley Osborne, head over to hayleyosborne.com and grab "The 5 Steps to Boost Your Energy, Focus & Momentum" for more inspiration and actionable tips.

Remember: thriving with a young family and a business isn’t about being superhuman—it’s about boundaries, self-care, and a willingness to ask for help. With the right strategies and support, you can create a life (and business) that feels energised, purposeful, and joyful.

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Chris & Filipa Bellette are the Founders of multi award-winning health practice Chris & Filly Functional Medicine, which is best known for ending body burnout (for good!) in “busy” people with energy, mood and gut issues. They have worked with over 2,000+ burned-out clients in the past combined 25+ years, with their own passion for ending body burnout coming from their own personal experience of body, mind, family & business breakdown, after a prolonged period of physical and mental stress.

Filipa is an accredited Clinical Nutritionist, Functional Medicine Practitioner, Coach & Trauma Therapist. She is also a Ph.D. Scholar, author & regularly featured the media, such as Forbes, Body+Soul and The Daily Telegraph. Chris is a Burnout Recovery Coach & an accredited Neurolinguistic Programming (NLP) Master Practitioner, with a Bachelor of Human Movement Science. He has existed in high-performance realms of the sporting (think national athlete) & business industries and knows what it takes to get out of hustle-and-grind culture to thriving. 

They were recently awarded as the Tasmanian State Winner & National Finalist for the Telstra Best of Business Awards 2022, and Winner of the Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards 2022.