
Parenthood
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Melina Sarris & Jono Laquinto on can we have it all; navigating career after kids
👄 REAL TALK - Our survival guide for school holiday travel
Dr Joseph Sgroi on fertility, labour, birth & beyond, your questions answered
Rachel & Jayson Watts on parenting, ambition and life after Yummy Mummies
Solo ep - Acts of service is my love language – when our roles reversed
👄 REAL TALK - Do you have repeat arguments with your partner too?
Solo ep - Are we room mates or married?
Kath Carlin on miscarraige, motherhood and life behind the comedy
Solo ep - 39 years old and what I’ve learnt about relationships, self-trust, hard work & backing yourself
👄 REAL TALK - Have your friendships changed since kids?
Ella Ding on motherhood, social media critics & success and being authentically you
Emma Memma & Olly on life after the Wiggles, our love story and the ultimate start-up
Solo ep - Reflections after 300 episodes on building a business
Jules (my husband) is in the studio! Our relationship challenges & wins, parenting styles and more…
Solo ep - How I survived engorged breasts
Krystal Giardina on separation, re-partnering with a female, living authentically - extended special
Olivia Molly Rogers on pregnancy, infertility, egg freezing, divorce, love and trusting the process
👄 REAL TALK - So do you feel safe? Talking crime in Melbourne.
Solo ep - Are we doing to many extra-curricular activities?
Steph & Gian Ottavio on life after The Block, birth trauma, IVF & finding purpose
👄 REAL TALK - Why date night doesn’t fix everything

S10 Ep 289Solo ep - Anxiety, rising petrol prices, flights cancelled, school holidays and a full moon
This week I'm bringing you my real-time thoughts on my realities when it relatees to the global climate. I want to acknowledge anyone directly impacted by the war and my thoughts go out to you. On the home front, I'm bringing you some intel on my anxiety peaking, navigating rising prices, the impact on the construction industry, Qatar airlines cancelling flights, the mental load of school holidays and how I try to stay above water when our external environment can feel a little heavy.Follow Parenthood Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 288Tully Smyth on pregnant at 38, 10 years single, egg freezing, love & loss
This week I chat to Tully Smyth, all about being pregnant at 38. We talk all things, being a single female in your 30s, the society pressure and mixed emotions that can bring. The day Tully found out she was pregnant and her announcement to her partner. Waves of grief returning once pregnant after the loss of Tully’s mum, parenting expectations, how we can keep our memories of loved ones alive and so much more. A big thank you to our episode sponsors Lacevo and Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense.LacevoInstagram: @lacevoofficialWebsite: lacevo.com Baby Sensory and Toddler SenseInstagram: @babysensorytoddlersenseaunzWebsite: babysensory.com.au InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFollow Tully Smyth on Instagram @tee_smyth ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 285Solo ep - How we manage work travel & resentment
This week’s solo ep is about arguing with your parter when you feel unseen.You know that feeling when your partner walks back in from a work trip and says: “Missed you guys! So nice to be home.” And you’re thinking… Must be nice. Because while they were:• At dinners• In meetings• Sleeping uninterrupted You were:• Managing bedtime solo• Packing school bags• Working• Breaking up sibling wars• And answering 74 “Muuuuum” calls before 8am And you feel resentful. Let’s talk about that. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 286👄 REAL TALK - The social media ban; protection or control?
Are you feeling nervy about social media impacts on your children? In this week’s Real Talk episode we’re reflecting on the social media ban, now that it’s been in play for a few months. We discuss what the ban is, is it actually working, stories from tweens, what more needs to be done and your thoughts on the ban from Insta polls we put up. We also delve into our own experiences with managing technology with our kids; screen time boundaries, space watches, Road Blocks, parental controls and more. If you’re keen to hear all about how we as a society are navigating the beast that is technology for our kids, this one is for you. A big thank you to our episode sponsors Lacevo and Baby Sensory and Toddler Sense. LacevoInstagram: @lacevoofficialWebsite: lacevo.com Baby Sensory and Toddler SenseInstagram: @babysensorytoddlersenseaunzWebsite: babysensory.com.au InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod Episode with Nick & Rozalia Russianhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/2tY9SNCh2kRFknlXAG77Br?si=3bf8b6b36c004ca3 ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 285Solo ep - Ambitious mum guilt and why 70% is enough
Do you ever feel like you’re giving 70% everywhere… and 100% nowhere? When I’m at work, I’m thinking about the kids.When I’m with the kids, I’m thinking about work.When I finally sit down at night, I’m thinking about what I didn’t do. It’s this constant, quiet guilt of:“I could have done more.” This week’s solo episode is about the myth of giving everything 100%. Because maybe the goal isn’t perfection. Maybe it’s being intentional in the season you’re in. If you’ve ever felt split in a thousand directions… you’re not alone. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 284Dr Nicole Highet on mental health challenges after birth – Part 2
After talking about mental health before birth, we’re now unpacking what can happen after the baby arrives. Postnatal depression.Postnatal anxiety.Rage.Intrusive thoughts.Feeling disconnected.Feeling like you should be happier. In this episode, I sit down with Dr Nicole to talk honestly about: • Why postnatal depression doesn’t always look like sadness• The anxiety no one prepares you for• When baby blues cross into something more• And where to seek support Motherhood can be beautiful…and brutally overwhelming. If you’ve ever thought, “Why am I not coping the way I thought I would?” This conversation is for you 🤍 A big thank you to our episode sponsors Tommee Tippee. Find Tommee Tippee at:Instagram @tommeetippeeaustraliahttps://www.tommeetippee.com/en-au/ Find Cope at:Instagram @cope.org.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/Ready to Cope guide https://www.cope.org.au/ready-to-copeSelf-checks https://www.cope.org.au/depression-anxiety-and-stress-self-checks Find Parenthood at:Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 283Tayla Broad on life after motherhood; valuing our bodies, privacy and village
This week I sit down with Tayla Broad to chat all things life after motherhood.We delve into body dysmorphia, how we can teach our children to treasure their bodies and value. We discuss why Tayla feels it’s so important to maintain privacy when it comes to sharing her daughter online, what building a new village can look like, feeling touched out and so much more.A big thank you to our episode sponsor Tommee Tippee and our charity partner The Nappy Collective. Tommee TippeeInstagram @tommeetippeeaustraliahttps://www.tommeetippee.comThe Nappy CollectiveInstagram @thenappycollectivehttps://www.thenappycollective.com/ FollowTayla Broad on Instagram @tayla.broadParenthood on Instagram @parenthoopodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 282Solo ep - The fight about the container
This episode is all about the fight my husband and I had over a container, during the highest pressure cooker time of the day – dinner time. But we all know it’s never just about the container. I hope that this episode makes you feel a little less alone in the chaotic randomness that is life with kids. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 281Dr Nicole Highet on mental health challenges from conception to pregnancy – Part 1
Before the baby arrives… there’s often a whole invisible chapter no one talks about. In this episode, I sit down with a psychologist to unpack the mental health challenges that can show up before birth — infertility, prenatal anxiety, depression during pregnancy… and the quiet shame that can sit alongside it all. Because you can be deeply grateful…and deeply struggling. We talk about:• The emotional toll of trying to conceive• Anxiety that doesn’t magically disappear once you’re pregnant• Why prenatal depression is more common than we realise• How to get support early (without feeling dramatic) If this season of life felt heavier than it “should have”, this conversation is for you 🤍 You are not failing. You are human. A big thank you to our episode sponsors Tommee Tippee. Find Tommee Tippee at:Instagram @tommeetippeeaustraliahttps://www.tommeetippee.com/en-au/ Find Cope at:Instagram @cope.org.auhttps://www.cope.org.au/Ready to Cope guide https://www.cope.org.au/ready-to-copeSelf-checks https://www.cope.org.au/depression-anxiety-and-stress-self-checks Find Parenthood at:Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 280👄 REAL TALK - How often parents are having sex
In this week’s Real Talk episode we’re chatting all things intimacy and sex. We asked you how often you’re having sex, when you’re having it and we’re ready to share. We chat, bedtime routine sex handbrakes, feeling touched out, erotic novels, guilt around lack of sex and getting our heads in the clouds. If you’ve ever wondered about other people’s sex lives, this one is for you. A big thank you to our episode sponsors Tommee Tippee and our charity partner The Nappy Collective.Tommee TippeeInstagram @tommeetippeeaustralia - Check out their latest campaign You’ve got this. We’ve got you.https://www.tommeetippee.comThe Nappy CollectiveInstagram @thenappycollectivehttps://www.thenappycollective.com/ FollowParenthood on Instagram @parenthoopodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 279Solo ep - School mums and my insecurities
At a recent school event, I felt like – was I too much? Too high energy, too loud, too bubbly. Should I have been more reserved? Would I polarise people being too 'Leonie'? In this episode, I delve into my social insecurities and whether what people think of us is really any of our business. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 278Morgan Mitchell on parenting twins while chasing the Olympics
Giving birth to twins and then getting back to training for the Olympics.It’s not something you see everyday, but Morgan Mitchell is living proof that goals are to be chased.In this chat with Australia’s very own Olympic sprinter Morgan Mitchell (and my ultimate girl crush) we discuss everything from how we can resilience to our children. Balancing our dreams, commitments and parenthood. Why we should always give back. Voms, poonamies and everything in between. A big thank you to our episode sponsors Tommee Tippee and HelloFresh HelloFresh Discount code: Until 16 March use the code PARENTHOOD at HelloFresh for up to $240 off across six boxesInstagram @hellofreshauhttps://www.hellofresh.com.au/pages/inspiration-delivered?c=PARENTHOOD&discount_comm_id=8c02a3c1-ec40-4740-bc20-dff29d2abf16 Tommee TippeeInstagram @tommeetippeeaustraliahttps://www.tommeetippee.com FollowMorgan Mitchell on Instagram @morganmitchParenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 277Solo ep - Finding time for homework
Nothing tests a marriage, a sibling relationship and your nervous system like homework. One child finishes in 6 minutes.The other is suddenly illiterate. If you’ve ever said “just focus” while questioning your life choices… this episode is for you. We’re unpacking:✨ Why homework hits so hard✨ Why snack + decompression matters✨ When it’s okay to just… skip it Because we’re not raising perfect students. We’re raising emotionally regulated humans.InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuingconnection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 276👄 REAL TALK - When both parents work full time; what really gives
In this week’s Real Talk episode we’re chatting all things working full time and parenting. How do we (try to) juggle it all? We have some hot tips including shared calendars, Sunday admin, getting into a routine, outsourcing, sharing the load, finding your village and more. If you’re keen to improve the juggle (and your sanity), this one is for you. and so much more… A big thank you to our episode sponsors Tommee Tippee and HelloFresh. CompetitionWin $1,030 in prizes from our episode sponsors Tommee Tippee and HelloFresh, see the post pinned to our Insta grid (@parenthoodpod) to enter the competition! Competition ends 9 March 2026. Tommee TippeeInstagram @tommeetippeeaustraliahttps://www.tommeetippee.com HelloFreshInstagram @hellofreshauhttps://www.hellofresh.com.au/pages/inspiration-delivered?c=PARENTHOOD&discount_comm_id=8c02a3c1-ec40-4740-bc20-dff29d2abf16 FollowParenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod Episode with Sam & Snez Woodhttps://open.spotify.com/episode/4xY6kB5HwYsRBjkssfMVtN?si=c2dd563753ab4199 ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 275Solo ep - Discipline without losing your mind, how are we doing it?
This week’s solo episode is all about how I (try to) discipline my kids. I reflect on whether yelling is worth my energy or time and does it have the impact I was hoping for. Whether reward systems actually work and how I’m using them to instil positive habits. Why mapping out the day and key activities ahead of time has been a game-changer. Whether bribery is a necessary evil, why empty threats are so easy to give and so much more. If you’re keen to get your kids to do what you want them to do – or try to – this one is for you. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuingconnection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past,present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 274Tiff Hall & Ed Kavalee on career ambition vs reality as parents and bouncing forward
This week I’m chatting to Tiff Hall & Ed Kavalee about how they juggle it all, including:🎙 The pressure of the ‘bounce back’ culture - and why Tiff is all about ‘bouncing forward'🎙 Realisations around career ambition vs reality, when you’re a new parent🎙 Why telling your kids to ‘ask you anything’ and you’ll find the answer, isn’t always a clever move🎙 The Amazing Race recapand so much more…A big thank you to our episode sponsors iL Tutto & Healthy Life.Healthy Life - Discount codeInstagram @healthylifeauhttps://www.healthylife.com.au/discover/baby-kids-saleGet up to 40% off across pre-conception, pregnancy, baby, toddler and kids essentials during the Healthy Life Bump to Bub sale.AND for our Parenthood Pod community use the code PARENT20 at checkout to receive a further 20% off both full price and already reduced sale items.Offer ends 2 March 2026.iL Tutto - Discount codeInstagram @iltuttohttps://www.iltutto.com.au/Receive 20% off on full priced items by using the code parent20 at checkout.Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards.Offer ends 2 March 2026.FollowTiff Hall on Instagram @tiffhall_xoEd Kavalee on Instagram @therealedkavaleeParenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 273Solo ep - When one child eats everything, the other eats nothing
This week’s solo episode is all about my anxiety around meal time. Specifically my kid’s meal time. One kid is a bottomless pit and the other has a beige diet preference. Meaning one eats us out of the house and we’re lucky if we get 2 spoons of rice into our other kid. In this episode I talk about how I’m trying to get my kid to finish a meal and have a well-balanced diet. Whilst not comparing my kids to every other kid who’s eating raw capsicums. If your life also feels a lil stress around the kid food front,this one is for you. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuingconnection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past,present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 272👄 REAL TALK - Starting prep, separation anxiety, school parent judgment, schedules and more
In this week’s Real Talk episode we’re chatting all things starting prep. Separation anxiety, school parent judgment, schedules and more . We go deep on Liv’s first day experience and why it was not Insta worthy. If you’re experiencing new chapters with your kid, are feelingall the feels about the year ahead, this one is for you. A big thank you to our episode sponsors iL Tutto & Healthy Life. Healthy Life - Discount codeInstagram @healthylifeauhttps://www.healthylife.com.au/discover/baby-kids-saleGet up to 40% off across pre-conception, pregnancy, baby, toddler and kids essentials during the Healthy Life Bump to Bub sale.AND for our Parenthood Pod community use the code PARENT20 at checkout to receive a further 20% off both full price and already reduced sale items.Offer ends 2 March 2026. iL Tutto - Discount codeInstagram @iltuttohttps://www.iltutto.com.au/Receive 20% off on full priced items by using the code parent20 at checkout.Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards.Offer ends 2 March 2026. InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod Episode with Kyla Kirkpatrick - Champagne Damehttps://open.spotify.com/episode/5fyKwzdMr5tMDCfW5UIHSD?si=7d98b27c8b534016 ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuingconnection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past,present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Solo ep - 2 schools and the mental load overload
This week’s solo episode is all about how I’m (trying to) juggle it all. You name it; 2 schools, 2 jobs, separation anxiety, mental overload, my own anxiety and more. I spill tea on how I’m surviving and what is a life-saver for me in managing the chaos. If your life also feels a lil organised-chaotic, this one is for you.InstagramFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of theland on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection toland, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 270Rhi Disljenkovic on healthy habits, fertility prep, self-confidence (part 2)
This week I’m chatting with Rhi Disljenkovic about what we’re doing differently in 2026, this is part 2 of our chat. We discuss: 🎙 Rhi’s fertility journey🎙 How we can foster more self confidence day to day🎙 What to do if your partner doesn’t have similar lifestyle habits🎙 Chocolate bingeing and so much more…A big thank you to our episode sponsors iL Tutto & Healthy Life.Healthy Life - Discount codeInstagram @healthylifeauhttps://www.healthylife.com.au/discover/baby-kids-saleGet up to 40% off across pre-conception, pregnancy, baby, toddler and kids essentials during the Healthy Life Bump to Bub sale.AND for our Parenthood Pod community use the code PARENT20 at checkout to receive a further 20% off both full price and already reduced sale items.Offer ends 2 March 2026.iL Tutto - Discount codeInstagram @iltuttohttps://www.iltutto.com.au/Receive 20% off on full priced items by using the code parent20 at checkout.Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards.Offer ends 2 March 2026.FollowRhi Disljenkovic on Instagram @rhidisljenkovicParenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 269Solo ep - The quiet relief no one talks about after age 5
Solo episodes are back for 2026 and I'm chatting all things summer holidays, sleep-ins, demanding children and the year ahead. Find Parenthood on Insta @parenthoodpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 268Rhi Disljenkovic on what I refuse to apologise for in 2026. Channeling sexy, confidence, self-care, healthy lifestyle (part 1 of 2)
This week I’m bringing Rhi Disljenkovic on the show to chat about what we’re doing differently in 2026, including:🎙 Out: People pleasing. In: Being true to myself.🎙 Out: Saying yes to everything. In: Setting boundaries🎙 Out: Constant phone activity. In: Staying mindful.🎙 Out: Training like your punishing yourself. In: Exercising with purposeand so much more… A big thank you to our episode sponsors iL Tutto & Healthy Life.CompetitionWin $2,499 in prizes from our episode sponsors iL Tutto & Healthy Life, see the post pinned to our Insta grid (@parenthoodpod) to enter the competition! Competition ends 9 Feb 2026.Healthy Life - Discount codeInstagram @healthylifeauhttps://www.healthylife.com.au/discover/baby-kids-saleGet up to 40% off across pre-conception, pregnancy, baby, toddler and kids essentials during the Healthy Life Bump to Bub sale.AND for our Parenthood Pod community use the code PARENT20 at checkout to receive a further 20% off both full price and already reduced sale items. Offer ends 2 March 2026.iL Tutto - Discount codeInstagram @iltuttohttps://www.iltutto.com.au/ Receive 20% off on full priced items by using the code parent20 at checkout.Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Offer ends 2 March 2026.FollowRhi Disljenkovic on Instagram @rhidisljenkovicParenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 267Jacquie Ward (psychologist) answering your back to school questions (Envisage Families part 2 of 2 mini-series)
This week I’m joined by Jacquie Ward, a psychologist who works with children, adolescents & their families. Jacquie answers your questions including:🎙 What to say when our children don’t want to go to school🎙 When a child’s reluctance is more than ‘just nerves’ and could be social anxiety, neuro-divergence etc.🎙 How to balance tech and homework🎙 Are we putting too much pressure on our children vs how we can build resilienceAnd so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/For more on Jacquie Ward visit Instagram @jacquie_ward_For more on Parenthood visit Instagram @parenthoodpodWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 266Anika Parr on back to school transitions & parenting in a neurodiverse family (Envisage Families part 1 of 2 mini-series)
This week I’m joined by one Anika Parr and as mums of 2, we are discussing the ins and outs of back to school transitions, including:🎙 How we can best handle over stimulated children as they transition to school🎙 Why it’s never too early to reach out to the new year’s teacher and build a relationship🎙 How much can we expect from our school systems, when we have children with different needs🎙 Shoes being thrown out of car windows, managing tantrums, navigating friendshipsAnd so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @ envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/We’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 265👄 REAL TALK - Christmas & those who judge
Tis the season to ... bite your tongueWe're talking keeping the peace at Christmas - aka surviving the annual festival of unsolicited parenting advice.Topics include:🎙 The uncle who buys your children inappropriate gifts🎙 The pressure to be the 'chill parent'🎙 Why your kid having iPad time is really nobody's business🎙 How to politely ignore everyone while protecting your sanityA festival blend of real talk, humour and parenting solidarity.And so much more…Shout out to our episode sponsor Nanit.Website: https://getnanit.com.auInstagram: @nanit_auFind Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 264Solo ep - Life behind Parenthood - big goals, big anxiety, bigger lessons
This week’s solo episode is basically a debrief of the year where I thought I could “have it all”… and instead had goals bigger than my patience, sacrifices bigger than my sleep, and anxiety bigger than my to-do list.I’m spilling the truth about what I aimed for, what I learned the hard way, and why next year I will not be signing up for the Olympic sport of Overcommitting.2026 motto? Balance, baby.More calm, less chaos. More joy, fewer mental spirals.If your year was also “a little bit wow but also… why?”, this one’s for you.Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 263Lisa De Sanctis on navigating miscarriage with two children
*Trigger warning: This episode discusses miscarriage, pregnancy loss, medical experiences and emotional grief.This week Lisa De Sanctis joins me on the couch and opens up about her recent pregnancy loss. We talk:🎙 Conceiving journeys and how they can vary with each pregnancy🎙 The unfiltered truth of navigating a miscarriage during her third pregnancy🎙 Lisa's decision to share the experience with her community and the feedback that she received🎙 What 'moving forward' looks like after lossAnd so much more...Shout out to our episode sponsor Nanit.Website: https://getnanit.com.auInstagram: @nanit_auFind Lisa De Sanctis on Instagram @lisa_desanctisFind Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 262Solo ep - Another school event? When the juggle & parent guilt hits before 9am.
Welcome to another episode of “I’m Doing My Best, Please Clap.”Today we’re talking chaotic mornings, missing school activities, and the emotional gut-punch of parent guilt.If you’ve ever sent your kid to school in the wrong uniform, forgotten a permission slip, or arrived at an event halfway through because… life — pull up a chair.You’re in good company and we’re unpacking it all.Follow us on Insta: @parenthoodpodWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

S10 Ep 261👄 REAL TALK - Stress and the impact on our relationship
We're both stressed... but only one of us is dramatic.This week we're unpacking stress - the silent third wheel in every relationship. You know, the one who shows up uninvited, eats all your snacks and whispers,'Pick a fight about something tiny... do it... DO IT!'We talk:🎙 Why you snap at your partner for breathing too loudly🎙 How stress turns us into passive-aggressive Olympians🎙 Why your love language becomes 'please don't talk to me'🎙 And how to get back on the same teamHit play while your washing the dishes, hiding from your kids or pretending to fold the laundry. 😂Shout out to our episode sponsor Nanit.Website: https://getnanit.com.auInstagram: @nanit_auFind Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.