Parenthood

This week’s solo episode is dedicated to that special time of life when stress hits so hard your body taps out and your diet turns into whatever-is-within-reach cuisine.Yep… we’re talking stress eating, snack sabotage, and that moment you realise your body is sending you notifications more aggressively than your emails.I’m unpacking how a hectic season had me inhaling food like I was preparing for hibernation, why my back suddenly aged 20 years overnight and why our body delays with all the feels.Grab a snack and let’s chat.Follow Parenthood 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.

This week I’m chatting to Bonnie Anderson (singer & former Neighbours star) & Sam about life after 2 children, we delve into:🎙 Protecting our children in the social media age🎙 Choosing a daycare centre🎙 Parenting styles🎙 Colic, wet towels, maintaining intimacyAnd 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.

Planning for a European summer, but grocery prices are rallying against me 😂This week’s solo episode is about how I’m cutting costs, saving for a holiday, while still feeding a family. 😅Grab your headphones and a loyalty card - we’re budgeting, baby 🎧💳Tune in for my unfiltered money hacks, bulk buying and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week Liv & I are giving the tea on our relationships so that you can all have a laugh at the ridiculousness of our arguments. We spill the tea on:🎙 Does society really support working parents?🎙 How can we set boundaries and work and at home so we don’t break down!🎙 What can we expect from organisations when it comes to flexibility and career acceleration?🎙 Do we put too much pressure on ourselves; work like we don’t have children and parent like we don’t have jobs? And so much more…Follow Parenthood on Instagram at @parenthoodpodFor more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/DISCOUNT CODE: We wanted to share the love so we’re giving you 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto. Just type in the discount code parent20 at checkout. Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards.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.

🚗💥 Ever had one of those ‘are you kidding me?!’ moments?Mine came on Halloween during trick or treating, when a speeding driver hit my parked car and tried to drive away.Spoiler: they didn’t get far. 👀In this week’s solo episode, I unpack the whole thing - the shock, the chase and how sometimes life forces you to play detective when you’d rather be eating lollies with the kids 🍬🎧 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m chatting to Tarrah & Alexander about their 3 year journey and 10 IVF rounds to conceive their son Aspen. We explore:🎙 Why Tarrah felt compelled to share their fertility struggles publicly and the response from the community🎙 The impact IVF has; mentally, physically, emotionally, financially🎙 Did the couple ever just want to give up on the dream to become parents?🎙 What this journey has taught them and words of support for others struggling And so much more…For more on Tarrah visit Instagram @tarrah_jordanFind Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFor more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/DISCOUNT CODE: We wanted to share the love so we’re giving you 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto. Just type in the discount code parent20 at checkout. Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards.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.

Do you feel like a hot mess recently too?If you do you’re not alone. In this solo episode I chat everything:🎙 Thinking I’d lost my license - false alarm (I hope!)🎙 Toilet paper down bathroom sinks🎙 Dinner time resentment 🎙 Car failuresAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week Liv & I are giving the tea on our relationships so that you can all have a laugh at the ridiculousness of our arguments. We spill the tea on:🎙 Our latest arguments with our partners at home🎙 Work travel and how that can breed resentment🎙 What we learn from conflict and is conflict really that bad?🎙 Petrol tanks not being filled, souvlaki demands not been met And so much more…Shout out to our episode sponsor iL Tutto.For more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/DISCOUNT CODE: We wanted to share the love so we’re giving you 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto. Just type in the discount code parent20 at checkout. Disclaimer: The discount excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is anyone else feeling frenetic energy recently?Like many of you, it’s been an incredibly chaotic period with work and life recently.So this week I’ve taken to the pod for a solo episode, to fill you in on what I do to keep me sane during busy periods including:🎙 Why sleep is a non-negotiable for my mental health🎙 Why supplements are typically not for me but how Askle has been influential in how I feel atm inside & out🎙 Ways to avoid binge eating chocolates in the pantry🎙 My change in diet which is supporting my mindsetAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFor more on Askle visit: https://askle.co/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.

This week I’m joined by one of Melbourne’s most hilarious & adored mums Lorinska along with hubby Andrew. Between a heck of a lot of laughs we chat about:🎙 Keeping the spark alive and sex hand-breaks🎙 Why work hustle is essential even when you have a profile and audience🎙 Different parenting styles and life behind the scenes on @melbourneyummums🎙 How they met and are we having another child anytime soonAnd so much more …Find Lorinska Merrington on Instagram @lorinskaFor more on our podcast sponsor iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win iL Tutto Luca Cot and mattress with the Theo Chest valued at $2,397. Head to our Instagram now @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 27 October 2025.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.

We have just hit 250 episodes! Today I'm chatting about the things that tripped me up along the way, including:🎙 The benefits and shadow side of comparison🎙 Why showing kindness goes a long way🎙 Why treating everyone equal is so important, your reputation is everything🎙 Why business is a marathon not a sprintAnd so much more...Thank you to everyone who has listened and supported us along this journey. I'm so grateful!Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week Liv & I are talking all things schools, including:🎙 Our boys starting new schools next year, in prep and our journey to date🎙 School entrance interviews🎙 Hot tips on getting out the door quickly on school days🎙 New school parents, who’s who in the zoo And so much more…Shout out to our episode sponsor Frida Mom.For more on our podcast sponsor Frida Mom visit:Instagram: @frida.auWebsite: shopfrida.com.auCOMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win the Frida Mom labour and delivery post-partum recovery kit valued at $280.Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 16 October 2025.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.

Does anyone else struggle with getting organised over school holidays?You’re not alone!In this solo episode I chat about our latest tiff at home, including:🎙 How tensions can be high when there is so much to juggle when you’re not away for school holidays🎙 When you just need to be right and validated damn it!🎙 The morning Mexican stand-off🎙 How I (try to) stay organised and calmAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week I’m joined by Kyla, the Champagne Dame, founder of Australia’s largest online champagne retailer, Emperor Champagne and the women behind the most decadent champagne experiences. In this raw conversation we chat about:🎙 Kyla’s somewhat traumatic experience on the Real Housewives of Melb🎙 Relationship breakdown & the impact of marriage counselling🎙 Kyla’s open and honest relationship with her daughter and how she teaches the value of money🎙 Business partnering with Brad Pitt, resilience as a single mum and handling outside opinionsAnd so much more …Find Kyla Kirkpatrick on Instagram @thechampagnedameShout out to our episode sponsor Frida Mom.For more on our episode sponsor Frida Mom visit:Instagram: @frida.auWebsite: shopfrida.com.auCOMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win the Frida Mom labour and delivery post-partum recovery kit valued at $280.Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 16 October 2025.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.

Hate being sick?I can relate.After going the entire year without illness, it was my time to shine - or quite the opposite . In this solo episode I chat about:🎙 Why adrenaline and cold & flu isn't always the road to success🎙 Why we often feel we don't have time to be sick 🎙 What pausing for a hot minute taught me🎙 Do we need to clear our schedules a lil more?And so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

Have you experienced any toxic behaviour on the sporting ground?This week Liv & I delve into just that, including: 🎙 Our experience with inappropriate behaviour on the sporting field by both children and adults🎙 Hip & shouldering, F bombs, coach fury 🎙 What is appropriate for a little league game? 🎙 Missing diamonds found in the rubbish   And so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor Baby Jogger visit:Instagram: @babyjoggerauWebsite: https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.auDISCOUNT CODE -  We’re giving you 20% off on all full priced Baby Jogger® items state wide. Head to https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.au and type in the code PARENTHOOD20 at checkout to save. Offer ends midnight 30 September 2025.Find 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.

Keen to build a following online, to promote your brand and/or business?I can relate. After nearly 5 years of focusing on just that, I thought I'd give you some of the hot tips on what has helped me.In this solo episode I chat about:🎙 How often I found I needed to post to get traction🎙 Why it can feel like success is a slow burn🎙 Why making friends online is a great place to start 🎙 Content pillars and how they keep me focusedAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week I sit down with Tess first time mum, model personality, content creator, presenter and podcaster. We delve into🎙 Ways we can support our conceiving journey🎙 What if you don’t have a village to support you?🎙 Why nurturing the mum after birth is critical for sound mental health🎙 Moving house 5 times in the first 2 months of motherhoodAnd so much more …Find Tess Shanahan on Instagram @tessshanahanFor more on our podcast sponsor Baby Jogger visit:Instagram: @babyjoggerauWebsite: https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.auDISCOUNT CODE -  We’re giving you 20% off on all full priced Baby Jogger® items state wide. Head to https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.au and type in the code PARENTHOOD20 at checkout to save. Offer ends midnight 30 September 2025.Find 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.

R U Ok day (@ruokanyday) can bring up a lot of feels for people. It reminds us to check in on ourselves and each other. In this solo ep I chat this and more, including:🎙 Why people can put on a great game face and look ‘ok’ on the outside 🎙 When I was anything but ok🎙 The dead mouse 🎙 Frazzled momentsAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week we’re answering one of Liv’s burning questions; how do we feel about sleepovers? We delve into:🎙 Do we need a blanket ‘yes’ or ‘no’ rule when it comes to sleepovers?🎙 What to do when you have conflicting views from your partner when it comes to sleepovers🎙 What age are we more likely to be ready for sleepovers🎙 Why ‘late-overs’ are becoming popular   And so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor Baby Jogger visit:Instagram: @babyjoggerauWebsite: https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.auDISCOUNT CODE -  We’re giving you 20% off on all full priced Baby Jogger® items state wide. Head to https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.au and type in the code PARENTHOOD20 at checkout to save. Offer ends midnight 30 September 2025.Find 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.

Bringing you the tea this week on life in the trenches and relationship challenges. Tune in to hear all about:🎙 My current hibernation🎙 The fight about the souvlaki🎙 Why our partner’s cop our stress the most🎙 How we can empty our platesAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week I sit down with Sam Wood & Snezana Wood from The Bachelor Australia. We delve into:🎙 How their relationship has evolved after 4 children 🎙 Their different parenting styles🎙 Juggling parenthood & business🎙 Why it’s so important to cherish the chaos  And so much more …Find Sam Wood on Instagram @samjameswoodFind Snez Wood on Instagram @snezanawoodFor more on our podcast sponsor Baby Jogger visit:Instagram: @babyjoggerauWebsite: https://babyjoggerstrollers.com.auCOMPETITION - Until 5 September 2025 we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win over $1,300 worth of prizes, including receiving the Baby Jogger® city mini® GT3 stroller valued at $1,049 for free along with 2 Adult Memberships for Zoo’s Victoria value at $318. To enter head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod and see the competition pinned to our grid.Find 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.

This week I’m joined by Connected Parenting founder Gen Muir and we are answering all of your burning questions, including:🎙 How am I supposed to juggle it all (therapy appointments, paperwork, managing NDIS plan, navigating school/kinder etc) when I also have a full time job?🎙 What should we do when stress over our child's care is affecting our relationship?🎙 Is there a best time or age to start therapies/interventions?🎙 How am I supposed to balance my attention between my child with additional needs and their siblings?And so much more …Find Gen Muir on Instagram @connectedparentingauFor more on our podcast sponsor Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win an $1,000 Westfield voucher simply by tagging friends in the Envisage Families post. Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 29 August 2025.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.

This week Liv and I are discussing how we can best support friends and family, who may be experiencing a diagnosis for their child. We delve into:🎙 Why trying to be the expert can backfire🎙 The best things to say and how we can best support🎙 Why giving our friend grace during this period is crucial🎙 Envisage Families program and how it can support parents  And so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win an $1,000 Westfield voucher simply by tagging friends in the Envisage Families post. Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 29 August 2025.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.

This week I’m joined by mum of 2, parenting in a neuro-diverse family. In this conversation we delve into:🎙 Finding out that your child is autistic and the diagnosis experience🎙 Challenges surrounding varied opinions and judgement🎙 The challenges a diagnosis can bring on our own mental health and relationship🎙 Envisage Families program and how it can support parents  And so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win an $1,000 Westfield voucher simply by tagging friends in the Envisage Families post. Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 29 August 2025.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.

*Tigger warning: Suicide and other graphic depictions of violence contained in this content.This week I’m joined by mum of 2, former AFLW star, business woman and full time carer for her sister Vinny, Moana Hope. In this conversation we delve into:🎙 The beauties and challenges of being a full time carer🎙 Challenges surrounding mental health and how we can combat them🎙 Why Mo chooses to keep private her reasons for divorce🎙 Why the setup for independent living for those requiring full time care is unfair  And so much more …Find Moana Hope on Instagram @moanahopeFor more on our podcast sponsor Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win an $1,000 Westfield voucher simply by tagging friends in the Envisage Families post. Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 29 August 2025.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.

This week I’m giving you the intel on technology I can’t live without. I dive into:🎙 The feedback from you all re my last solo episode on trying to juggle it all🎙 How I keep on top of my schedule and text messages🎙 Why Chat GPT has been a game changer🎙 Spotify AI, my obsession with trying to beat Google maps And so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

This week on Real Talk Liv and I are sharing all of your dating icks. You know the random things that turn you off a person. We delve into:🎙 Our own dating icks, delving in the archives of our past dating experiences🎙 Your feedback on icks and why they don’t discriminate🎙 Why the nice guy doesn’t always finish last🎙 Is there an inappropriate time to eat yogurt?  And so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/Find Parenthood on Instagram: @parenthoodpodDISCOUNT CODE: We’re giving you 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto until 31 August. Just type in the discount code parent20 at checkout to saveWe’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.

Bringing you my thoughts around how I'm unsuccessfully juggling it all. In this solo episode I dive into:🎙 A busy period and the constant overwhelm and anxiety that comes with that🎙 How I'm trying to maintain connection with my kids and not be 'shouty' mum 🎙 When work, study, parenting collide🎙 Hot tips on making our evenings more efficientAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

I’m joined by Sam; mum and CEO of lingerie and sleepwear brand Samaralovesus to chat about her experience in the early months of motherhood. In this solo episode I delve into:🎙 Facing a hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis weeks after giving birth🎙 Juggling cancer, a newborn and a business🎙 Why our health shouldn’t be taken for granted🎙 Ways we can help others who are struggling with an illness And so much more …Find Sam Bando on Instagram @ssban.samaralovesusFind Samaralovesus on Instagram @samaralovesusFor more on our podcast sponsor iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/DISCOUNT CODE: We’re giving you 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto until 31 August. Just type in the discount code parent20 at checkout to saveWe’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.

Ever had the most ridiculous fights, like over nothing? Yep, you’re preaching to the choir. This one was over a photo. So I thought why not share my embarrassing moments with you all. In this solo episode I delve into:🎙 Why it’s never just about a photo🎙 Why anything but vertical photos are an epic fail🎙 Why storming off down a winery road is an epic fail🎙 Why finding the right light is everything  And so much more …Find 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.

This week on Real Talk Liv and I are bringing you all of the tea on what you all are fighting about with your partners. We delve into:🎙 The key topics that most couples fight about🎙 How technology and our phones are playing a part in the turmoil🎙 Does everyone feel under-appreciated?🎙 Considering moving to Queensland  And so much more …For more on our podcast sponsor iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/Find Parenthood on Instagram: @parenthoodpodDISCOUNT CODE: We’re giving you 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto until 31 August. Just type in the discount code parent20 at checkout to saveWe’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.

Back from holiday and checking in this week, chatting all things:🎙 The horrific childcare crisis and my thoughts🎙 The universe sending a message by tapping, knocking and then slapping 🎙 Why I wasn’t listening to my body and how damaging that can be🎙 Why won’t kids just bloody follow instructions?!And so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.

I’m joined by high-profile fashion influencer Rozalia and nightlife entrepreneur Nick Russian to chat about how they juggle it all. We delve into:🎙 How the couple juggle family and business demands🎙 Arguments in the early days🎙 Thoughts on social media for kids🎙 Whether they plan for any more kids And so much more …Find Rozalia Russian on Instagram @rozalia_russianFind Nick Russion on Instagram @nick_russianFor more on our podcast sponsor iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/COMPETITION: To WIN the @iltutto Chelsea Electric Recliner Glider Chair with USB in the brand new colour Latte valued at $1,249, simply visit our Insta @parenthoodpod and enter via the post pinned to our grid.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.

This week I’m joined by Jazz Kostov, mum of 2 and sleep consultant to answer all of your burning sleep questions:🎙 What’s a healthy cut-off time for screens before bed?🎙 How can parents balance emotional reassurance with firm boundaries at bedtime?🎙 Thoughts on co-sleeping and how we can do it safely?🎙 What’s one small change parents can make tonight to improve sleep?And so much more …To listen to the full episode ‘Episode 226 – 🫖The Tea on sleep for kids with Jazz Kostov’ check out the link in our bio or find Parenthood on all major podcast apps.Find Jazz Kostov on Instagram @lets__sleepFor Jazz’s book https://www.letssleep.com.au/bookFor more on our podcast sponsor Alula Toddler visit:Instagram: @alula_toddlerWebsite: https://www.meandmychild.com.au/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win 6 month supply of Alula Advance+ Toddler Milk Drink valued at $720! Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 22 July 2025.For more on screen time for kids - https://www.rchpoll.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ACHP-Poll7_Detailed-Report-June21.pdfWe’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.

This week I’m joined by Sarah Pound, mum of 3, nutritionist, Good Food columnist & co-founder of Simply Wholesome Pantry to chat all things food when it comes to kids. We are answering your questions including:🎙 My toddler is on the ‘the beige diet’. Any tips on offering nutrients during this phase?🎙 Any tips on how we can change up our meals, but not break the bank?🎙 How much should parents worry about sugar or processed foods?🎙 Thoughts on offering a backup meal, or should children eat only what’s served?And so much more …To listen to the full episode ‘Episode 225 – 🫖The Tea on food for kids with Sarah Pound’ check out the link in our bio or find Parenthood on all major podcast apps.Find Sarah Pound on Instagram @wholesomebysarahFor more on our podcast sponsor Alula Toddler visit:Instagram: @alula_toddlerWebsite: https://www.meandmychild.com.au/COMPETITION - For a limited time only we’re running a competition on Instagram where you can win 6 month supply of Alula Advance+ Toddler Milk Drink valued at $720! Head to our Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter. Competition ends on 22 July 2025.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.

Brought to you by Axton Finance.This week we get the tea on Liv’s recent trip to Vietnam and as life would have it, it didn’t all go smoothly! We delve into Liv’s experiences, including:🎙 Being separated from your family and not allowed in the country🎙 All of the things that went wrong, going wrong🎙 What it’s like to travel with 20+ people🎙 Snakes joining our hotel rooms And so much more…Shoutout to our episode sponsor Axton Finance. To celebrate this partnership, you can enter in our competition to win a $1,000 Chadstone gift voucher. Visit Instagram @parenthoodpod and see the post pinned to our profile.For more on Axton Finance visit:Instagram: @axtonfinanceWebsite: www.axtonfinance.com.auWe’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.

Filling you in this week on a sequence of epic fails in my life – falling into a jar of nuttela was not one of them. In this solo episode I chat about:🎙 Being on the verge of burnout and what we can do turn this around🎙 My greatest bug bear; people being late🎙 Storming out of a day spa🎙 When everything goes horribly wrong – like oftenAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood 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.We’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brought to you by Axton Finance.This week we are answering all of your finance related questions, with help from  Adam Piper & Clint Waters from the award winning Axton Finance (my very own mortgage brokers). We answer your questions including :🎙 “We need to access more cash, how hard is it to re-finance?”🎙 “How do I start a family budget?”🎙 “How do I save in this climate?”  🎙 “How can a mortgage broker save me time and money?”And so much more…For more on our podcast sponsor Axton Finance visit:Instagram: @axtonfinanceWebsite: www.axtonfinance.com.auContact Axton Finance today for a discover call to determine how you can better manage your personal finances and save. Competition  – For a limited time only go into the draw to win $1,000 at Chadstone. Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter.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.

This week I’m sharing all about a run-in I had with another school mum. Not my finest hour, but so many lessons which I had to bring to you all. So I give you the juice on:🎙 How the hell I managed to get into an argument with another school mum over nothing🎙 Why we shouldn’t get involved in our kid’s arguments (if they are minor)🎙 How I’m trying to patch up this relationship after the fact🎙 Killing people with kindnessAnd so much more …Find 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.

Brought to you by Axton Finance.This week we’re answering a DM from an audience member who is stressed out finances as cost of living rises – preach! We delve into:🎙 How we are (trying to) save in this economy🎙 How we manage our family budgets🎙 Lifestyle changes to accommodate for the increasing cost of living🎙 Stranger danger experience and what we’re teaching our kids And so much more…Shoutout to our episode sponsor Axton Finance. To celebrate this partnership, you can enter in our competition to win a $1,000 Chadstone gift voucher. Visit Instagram @parenthoodpod and see the post pinned to our profile.For more on Axton Finance visit:Instagram: @axtonfinanceWebsite: www.axtonfinance.com.auWe’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.

I’m often asked to share on hot tips when it comes to business. I’m no business guru, just a Melbourne mum who had an idea to start a podcast, turned it into a business and had so many stumbles along the way. So this week I’m sharing some of my lessons including:🎙 What I do when I fall into a heap and want to give up🎙 Why it’s important to remember the wins and not get caught up in the rejection🎙 Why having advocates has been critical to my motivation🎙 Why I can’t live without Nutella (@nutella_anz)And so much more …To listen to the full episode 219 ‘Solo Ep – How I grew my business’ check out the link in our bio or find Parenthood on all major podcast apps.Find 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.

Brought to you by Axton Finance.This week I chat to Erin Phillips AFLW Hall of Fame star & Olympian about themes throughout her latest book Inside and Out. We delve into:🎙 Parenting tips on building motivation and resilience🎙 What if our kids don’t fit into society’s stereotypes?🎙 Why our greatest challenges are our greatest lessons 🎙 Tips on saving as a family of fourAnd so much more…Find Erin Phillips on Instagram @erinphillips131For more on our podcast sponsor Axton Finance visit:Instagram: @axtonfinanceWebsite: www.axtonfinance.com.auCompetition – For a limited time only go into the draw to win $1,000 at Chadstone. Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod to enter.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.

This week I’m sharing the ugly details about a recent fight that we had in our household. The pressure was on, stress at an all-time high and behaviour at an all-time low. So I thought who better to share this with than all of you? I delve into all of my mistakes including:🎙 Why my ‘tone of voice’ always gets me in trouble🎙 Why point scoring is an epic fail🎙 Why involving others in an argument is an epic fail🎙 Why not walking away in the heat of the argument is an epic failAnd so much more …Find 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.

Brought to you by Tommee Tippee.This week I chat to Ash Pollard, radio & TV personality and fan favourite with so many Aussie parents. We delve into:🎙 Surprise pregnancies and falling pregnant again with a 4 month old🎙 Relationship challenges and the benefit of couples therapy🎙 Mental health battles and the no f*s given mindset  🎙 Night nurses, imposter syndrome, the Gottman Method, Gucci shoesAnd so much more…Find Ash Pollard on Instagram @ashpollard__For more on Tommee Tippee visit:Instagram: @tommeetippeeaustraliaWebsite: https://www.tommeetippee.com/en-au/Discount code – For a limited time only Tommee Tippee is offering 20% off on all full priced products (excluding bundles) to the Parenthood audience. Just type in the code Parent20 at checkout to save.Find 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.

I’ve been holding out on you. There’s something that we’ve been dealing with in our household that I wasn’t even sure I’d bring to the pod.But in the spirit of over-sharing and as a public service announcement to you all, I’ll divulge.For this one you’ll need to tune in to get the ugly deets.Find 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.

Brought to you by Tommee Tippee.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener👄 “My wife tells our kids off in public and makes a scene. It’s embarrassing! - HELP”We chat about:🎙 What we can do when our partner has as a different parenting approach🎙 How we can best communicate in relationships when it comes to sensitive topics🎙 When it IS necessary to scream in public🎙 Wisdom from an 85 year old in the Virgin Lounge on marriageAnd so much more…Dry Cleaning episode – episode 161 👄 Real Talk – A blow-up at the dry cleaners and do you find it hard to switch offFor more on Tommee Tippee visit:Instagram: @tommeetippeeaustraliaWebsite: https://www.tommeetippee.com/en-au/Discount code – For a limited time only Tommee Tippee is offering 20% off on all full priced products (excluding bundles) to the Parenthood audience. Just type in the code Parent20 at checkout to save.Find 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.

Are you where you want to be?Do you ever feel the pressure of reflecting on your achievements during life milestones?Like birthdays?If you do, you’re not alone. I’m hitting the mic this week to chat about where I’m at as I turn 38, including:🎙 The issue with putting pressure on ourselves to reach a milestone by a certain point in life🎙 How we can deal with uncertainty that life brings🎙 How gratitude plays a big part🎙 Loosing podcast audioAnd so much more …Find 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.

Brought to you by Tommy Tippee.This week I have Melina Sarris, award winning 7NEWS reporter & Jonathan, on the podcast. We chat about:🎙 The couple’s struggle to fall pregnant a second time, experiencing multiple miscarriages🎙 Why they felt compelled to share their story with the world🎙 How IVF supported them🎙 Their advice to others who are struggling to conceiveAnd so much more…For more on Melina Sarris visit Instagram @melinasarrisFor more on Tommee Tippee visit:Instagram: @tommeetippeeaustraliaWebsite: https://www.tommeetippee.com/en-au/Competition - Enter the Tommee Tippee competition to win the Tommee Tippee All Stars Bundle including a bottle steriliser, bottle and pouch warmer, 6 individual bottles and a nappy disposal bin valued at just over $524 if bought separately. Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod for more details.Find 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.

Do you believe in the power of manifesting? I recently went to Gabby Bernstein’s Self Help workshop all about manifesting the life that you desire. So I’m spilling the beans of some of her key tips including🎙 Gabby’s 4 step check-in method, to return to self and maximise your manifesting powers🎙 What blocks us from manifesting what we desire🎙 Why our beliefs, protectors and checking-out can get in the way🎙 Why having fun is criticalAnd so much more …Find 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.