Parenthood

Solo episodes are back by hot demand and this week you get an insight into our latest tiff.All about - being bloody home for dinner.Who else struggles to wait for their partner to get home, because you’re starving?Who else counts down the minutes before your partner walks through the door?Who else snacks on crackers and vegemite as you wait?If this is you, you’re not alone!To be let in to the organised chaos that is my life behind closed doors, tune in now.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 Melbourne Skydeck.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener:👄  “My best friend’s child constantly picks on my child. How do I navigate this so that it doesn’t impact our friendship?”We chat about:🎙 Pros and cons of resolving kids arguments for them🎙 Setting boundaries when it comes to conflict🎙 How friendships can change when we have kids🎙 Experiencing a near drowningAnd so much more…Enter the Melbourne Skydeck competition to win a $229 family pass. Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod for more details.For more on Melbourne Skydeck visit:Instagram: @melbourneskydeckWebsite: https://www.melbourneskydeck.com.au/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.

Ever had a meltdown and nearly missed your plane?In this solo episode I chat about a recent trip to Sydney.But the drama started well before we got on the plane. If you’re looking for a little laugh and an insight into our family drama, this episode is for you.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.

Discount code iL Tutto: parent20 for 20% offThis week I’m chatting Amelia (The Midwife Mumma) sleep & lactation consultant, midwife and Ambrose loved by all in The Midwife Mumma community. We delve into Amelia’s book ‘The Forth Trimester’ and chat about:🎙 Why the book, why now?🎙 The biggest challenges that parents face in the fourth trimester🎙 If the couple were going to have a 5th child, what they’d do differently🎙 Why mum guilt is a real thingAnd so much more…Shoutout to our episode sponsor iL Tutto. And 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.For more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/Find Amelia on Instagram @themidwifemummaFind 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 iL Tutto.This week Liv and I are discussing a DM that came through from a listener - “What do I do if I’m not attracted to my partner anymore?”We are providing our unsolicited advice on the topic, including:🎙 The 4 elements that make up attraction, no it’s not just physical attraction🎙 Practical tips we can do today to improve attraction🎙 How we feel when it comes to attraction in our own relationships🎙 What if the attraction doesn’t come back?And so much more…Shoutout to our episode sponsor iL Tutto. For 20% off on full priced items at iL Tutto, type in the discount code parent20 at checkout.T&Cs: 20% off full price items only, cannot be used with other promotions. Valid until April 1, 2025. Excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Only at iltutto.com.au.For more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/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.

In this solo episode I’m chatting about a DM that I received from a mum who is run off her feet all of the time – and over it. So what can we do to quieten the chaotic mental noise? I share in some of my ideal habits including:🎙 How a to-do list can really help managing day-to-day activities🎙 What I have decided to say no to this year, to make more space for me🎙 Why setting boundaries is not selfish – it’s self-less🎙 Why journalling keeps me saneAnd 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 chatting Steph Prem, new mum, Olympic athlete, founder of the Studio PP training method and host of the ‘Steph Prem's Mindfulmess' podcast. We chat about:🎙 Life as an Olympic athlete and the accident that changed Steph’s life forever🎙 From planning for a life without kids, to new mum🎙 Relationship lessons and what makes a relationship sustainable🎙 Steph’s approach to a tough pregnancy and love for the newborn stageAnd so much more…Shoutout to our episode sponsor iL Tutto. And 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. T&Cs: 20% off full price items only, cannot be used with other promotions. Valid until April 1, 2025. Excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Only at iltutto.com.au.For more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/Find Steph Prem on Instagram @stephiepremFind Studio PP on Instagram @studiopp_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 iL Tutto.This week I’m giving you all an update on my first detox since pregnancy. Liv & I chat all things:🎙 Feb-fast, a drinking culture and do we even need alcohol?🎙 Ways to get motivated when it comes to exercising regularly🎙 Wellbeing goals for 2025🎙 Needing medical treatment from yelling excessively And so much more…Shoutout to our episode sponsor iL Tutto. To enter the competition to win the iL Tutto Misha Cot and matching chest valued at $1298, visit Instagram @parenthoodpod and see the post pinned to our profile.For more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/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.

Bringing you another life update and some key tips on how to make change in our lives. In this episode I chat about:🎙 My heightened anxiety due to increased crime in Melbourne🎙 Feb-fast, how I’m feeling, has it been hard and is it worth it🎙 Why making a change to our lifestyle can be so difficult🎙 Why being held accountable could be your first step to changeAnd so much more…The supplements mentioned are The Tenth, find them on Instagram @thetenthcoFind 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 chatting to James & Jaimee; owners of Kennedy luxury jewellers about how they (try to) juggle it all. We chat about:🎙 What it’s like to work with your partner and is it quality time together?🎙 Why tenacity is key to business success🎙 The upcoming generation and resilience🎙 Juggling business, a public profile, parenthoodAnd so much more…Shout out to Sener Besim our fashion partner this season. For the month of Feb receive a further 10% off on already reduced items, by using the discount code LEONIExSB10.Website: https://www.senerbesim.com/Instagram: @senerbesimFind Kennedy jewellers on Instagram: @kennedyauofficialFind 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.

We – are – back…!And kicking off the year with a DM that we received: “how you know when you don’t want to have any more kids?”We acknowledge that this is a privileged and sensitive conversation, as so many struggle to fall pregnant. However in answering the question, Liv & I give our 2 cents on the topic including:🎙 All of the factors we would consider when it comes to having another child🎙 Is Leonie really done at 2 children?🎙 Societies new normal around not needing to have kids, or having just 1🎙 How we’re handling swear words with our kiddos at homeAnd so much more…Shout out to @senerbesim our fashion partner this season. For the month of Feb receive a further 10% off on already reduced items, by using the discount code LEONIExSB10.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.

We are back for a new season! Kicking off with this solo episode with me. I download on life to date and the real tea on my feelings by the end of last year, including: 🎙 Why people-pleasing nearly crippled me (and the podcast) 🎙 Facing imposter syndrome – feeling like ‘hell I don’t think I’m good enough’ 🎙 Why we can use hard work and the ‘doing’ to mask our insecurities🎙 My insights from Gabby Bernstein’s Self Help book and other book recommendationsAnd so much more…To tune in to “Solo ep: Season intro, imposter syndrome, Gabby Bernstein’s Self Help book (ep 187)” - click the link in our bio 🎧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.

Brought to you by FitazfkIn this final episode of our 4 part mini-series Tara Pavlovic is answering your questions including:🎙 My hubby & I haven’t had sex in 10 months and I’ve lost my libido – Help!🎙 My mother-in-law is over-stepping – Help!🎙 Where do I start if I want to get fit again? – Help!And so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio or you can find Parenthood on all major podcast apps.Looking to improve your wellbeing in 2025? Check out Fitazfk the number 1 app for busy mums.  👊🏽Sponsored by FitazfkWebsite: https://fitazfk.com/Insta: @fitazfkFollow Tara Pavlovic-ShepherdsonInsta: @tarapavlovicTo listen to episode 1 of the mini-series check out episode 183 🫖 The Tea with Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson – New year, new me; fitness, diet and PCOSTo listen to episode 2 of the mini-series check out episode 184 🫖 The Tea with Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson – Couples therapy, relationships, love and Bachie teaTo listen to episode 3 of the mini-series check out episode 185 🫖 The Tea with Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson – Mental health; post-natal depression & anxiety, timeline therapy, couples therapyParenthood 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 FitazfkHave you ever experience a rock bottom moment in your mental health?What about in your relationship?If you have you’re not alone.In this episode, episode 3 of our 4 part mini-series Tara Pavlovic opens up about the toughest times facing post-natal depression, anxiety and a break down in her relationship. We discuss:🎙 What post-natal depression & anxiety looks like🎙 Ways we can improve our mental health, with fitness playing a huge part🎙 Timeline therapy which was a game-changer for Tara🎙 A family interventionAnd so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio or you can find Parenthood on all major podcast apps.Looking to improve your wellbeing in 2025? Check out @fitazfk the number 1 app for busy mums.  👊🏽Sponsored by FitazfkWebsite: https://fitazfk.com/Insta: @fitazfkFollow Tara Pavlovic-ShepherdsonInsta: @tarapavlovicPsychologist referenced: Nihal: https://nkpsychology.com.au/ To listen to episode 1 of the mini-series check out episode 183 🫖 The Tea with Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson – New year, new me; fitness, diet and PCOSTo listen to episode 2 of the mini-series check out episode 184 🫖 The Tea with Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson – Couples therapy, relationships, love and Bachie teaParenthood 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 FitazfkHave you ever wondered what it’d be like to do couples therapy?Do you feel there’s still a stigma around therapy in general?In this episode, episode 2 of our 4 part mini-series Tara Pavlovic opens up about the toughest times in her relationship which resulted in couples therapy. We chat about:🎙 What led Tara & Nick to go to a couples therapist and how supported them🎙 Behind the scenes tea from Tara’s time on the Bachelor🎙 Tara’s journey to choosing Nick as her forever after🎙 How relationships change after kids & how fitness helped with getting her libido backAnd so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio or you can find Parenthood on all major podcast apps.Looking to improve your wellbeing in 2025? You can start with @fitazfk challenge kicking off on Jan 13th. Check out Fitazfk for more details 👊🏽Sponsored by FitazfkWebsite: https://fitazfk.com/Insta: @fitazfkFollow Tara Pavlovic-ShepherdsonInsta: @tarapavlovicTo listen to episode 1 of the mini-series check out episode 183 🫖 The Tea with Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson – New year, new me; fitness, diet and PCOSParenthood 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 Fitazfk.How many of you are prioritising wellbeing in 2025?Keen to strengthen your physical and mental state?Tara Pavlovic has done just that.Tara joins us for a 4 episode mini-series and in this first episode opens up about her fitness and health journey after being diagnosed with PCOS. We chat about:🎙 How regular exercise (specifically the @fitazfk challenge) transformed Tara’s wellbeing🎙 Being diagnosed with PCOS and the symptoms to look out for🎙 Why diet is so important and where to start🎙 How Tara cultivated unconditional self-compassionAnd so much more…Looking to improve your wellbeing in 2025? You can start with @fitazfk challenge kicking off on Jan 13th. Check out Fitazfk for more details 👊🏽Sponsored by FitazfkWebsite: https://fitazfk.com/Insta: fitazfkFollow Tara Pavlovic-ShepherdsonInsta: @tarapavlovicOur last episode with Tara was episode 158.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 is the final episode in our mini-series with award winning expert in women’s leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina.Megan is answering your burning questions including:🎙 How do I get my partner to take on more of this mental load? – Help!🎙 I’m a dad, and I want to be more involved with my kids, but I feel like my partner doesn’t trust my parenting decisions – Help!🎙 I’m a mum who feels completely overwhelmed by trying to be everything to everyone. How do I start to reclaim my time and energy – Help!And so much more…Sponsored by Women Rising by Megan Dalla CaminaProgram: https://womenrisingco.com/Book: https://womenrisingbook.comInner-Critic Quiz: https://theinnercriticquiz.com/podcast  For more on Megan Dalla-Camina visit Instagram @megandallacaminaParenthood 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.

For our last Real Talk episode of the season, we’re taking a step inside our homes and relationships and sharing with you our hottest tips for relationship maintenance including:🎙 Our fight styles and spicey at home dramas🎙 Hot tips from a relationship therapist🎙 Do you doom scroll too?🎙 To Costco or not to Costco?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.

Do you sometimes feel you’d love a toolkit to help with the thoughts that hold you back?This week asked you, what is keeping you up at night as parents.Then we brought on award winning expert in women’s leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina to help us answer some of your questions, including:🎙 I’m a mum who struggles with feeling like I never do enough for my kids, and it’s draining – Help!🎙 How can I give myself permission to focus on my professional goals while still being present with my kids? – Help!🎙 I’m a mum who’s recently returned to work after maternity leave, and I’m struggling with feeling disconnected from my old career self – Help!And so much more…Sponsored by Women Rising by Megan Dalla CaminaProgram: https://womenrisingco.com/Book: https://womenrisingbook.comInner-Critic Quiz: https://theinnercriticquiz.com/podcast  **(if u are using links in show notes can you use the /podcast version for tracking, but if reading just use the .com please).For more on Megan Dalla-Camina visit Instagram @ megandallacaminaParenthood 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 stronger since having kids?More resilient?This week I’m chatting with Liv Brown (@rattle_style) about exactly this. We discuss her parenting journey including:  🎙 Liv’s experience with couples counselling before children🎙 Juggling her own business Rattle Style and parenthood🎙 How Liv handles having a partner with a very demanding career🎙 Conflict resolution and relationship lessonsAnd so much more…For more on our episode partner & Liv Brown visit:Website: https://rattlestyle.com/Instagram: @rattle_styleFind 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.

Today we’re go deep and get raw about our feelings of loss and mourning the ones we love, we discuss:🎙 What grief looks like and how it impacts us🎙 How we keep the memory of lost ones live in our lives and with our children🎙 The way loss can change your perspective on life🎙 Liv’s birthday reflectionsAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFor more on The Good Mourning podcast visit Instagram @goodmourningpodcastParenthood 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 often hear that little voice in your head critiquing you?Saying things like ‘you’re not good enough/ smart enough/ pretty enough/ together enough’?If you hear it, you’re not alone.This week I’m chatting with award winning expert in women’s leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina about our inner critic that holds us back.Megan is answering your questions including:🎙 As a working mum, I feel like I’m never ‘good enough’—at work or at home. How can I stop these negative self-stories – Help!🎙 I’m a stay-at-home dad, and my inner critic tells me I’m not contributing enough because I’m not bringing in income – Help!🎙 I’m a mum struggling to move my pregnancy weight and constantly comparing myself to others – Help!And so much more…Sponsored by Women Rising by Megan Dalla CaminaProgram: https://womenrisingco.com/Book: https://womenrisingbook.comInner-Critic Quiz: https://theinnercriticquiz.com/podcast  **(if u are using links in show notes can you use the /podcast version for tracking, but if reading just use the .com please).For more on Megan Dalla-Camina visit Instagram @ megandallacaminaParenthood 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 with Lisa Sarayeldin certified relationship & self-love coach about the 5 love languages. We discuss:🎙 Why it’s so important to know our own love language🎙 Why knowing your partner’s love language can save a relationship🎙 Why asking questions and not making assumptions is critical in relationships🎙 The Be-Do-Have model when setting goals for yourselfAnd so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio.See episode 168 for ‘I feel like my partner and I are room-mates’ episode with Lisa.For more on our episode non-profit partner visit:Website: www.thenappycollective.comInstagram: @thenappycollective For more on Lisa Sarayeldin visit Instagram @lisa.sarayeldinFind 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.

Brought to you by our episode sponsor GreenPan.This week I’m chatting with Jessie Stephens, executive editor at @mamamia and host of a number of podcasts including widely known Mamamia Out Load, Cancelled and The Baby Bubble. We chat about parenthood, cultural norms and expectations including:🎙 Do double standards and varied expectations still exist in this day and age when it comes to mums and dads?🎙 Have we terrified new parents and parents-to-be, with all of our ‘truths’ about parenthood?🎙 How much of an impact is the cost of living having on young families?🎙 What surprised Jessie the most about parenthoodAnd so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio.For more on our episode sponsor GreenPan visit:Website: https://www.greenpan.com.auInstagram: @theoriginalgreenpan.anz For more on Jessie Stephens visit Instagram @jessiestephens90Find 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 chatting with award winning expert in women’s leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina about what holds us back from reaching our full potential as. Questions stem from section 1 of the Women Rising book.Questions include:🎙 As a working mum, I often feel that society expects me to be ‘superwoman,’ juggling everything perfectly – Help!🎙 I’m a stay-at-home mum, and I often hear that ‘staying home is easy’ compared to working. It makes me feel undervalued – Help!🎙 I’m a dad and the sole breadwinner, and I feel immense pressure to always provide financially. This makes me feel stuck in a career I don’t enjoy – Help!And so much more…For our previous episode with Megan, see episode 128.Sponsored by Women Rising by Megan Dalla CaminaProgram: https://womenrisingco.com/Book: https://womenrisingbook.comInner-Critic Quiz: https://theinnercriticquiz.com/podcast  For more on Megan Dalla-Camina visit Instagram @megandallacaminaParenthood 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 Hannah (co-host of @ahotminute_withus) and Trent join me on the podcast to talk about their journey including:🎙 Trent’s initial reluctance towards wanting kids🎙 Managing anxiety and perfectionism🎙 How they overcame resentment in the early stages of parenting🎙 Never being too proud to ask for helpAnd so much more…For more on our episode non-profit partner visit:Website: www.thenappycollective.comInstagram: @thenappycollective For more on Hannah visit Instagram @ahotminute_withusFind 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.

Brought to you by our episode sponsor GreenPan.Do you ever have the guilts about your children not doing enough extra-curricular activities, or any at all? You’re not alone. Liv and I chat about:🎙 Whether it’s necessary to do so many activities if any🎙 Why we can feel guilty as parents and compare ourselves to others🎙 How many activities is too many activities?🎙 How is everyone fitting all of this in?And so much more…For more on our episode sponsor GreenPan visit:Website: https://www.greenpan.com.auInstagram: @theoriginalgreenpan.anz 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 bringing you one of our most listened to episodes.Episode 100!Jules answers audience questions and delves into what it’s really like to be a parent and put up with me on the daily 🤪 We hash out:🍾 How our relationship has changed since having kids🍾 Reigniting the relationship flame🍾 How Jules handled my darkest days; when I had pre & post-natal depression🍾 How we run our householdand so much more…References - https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/Thank you to today’s episode sponsor The Nappy Collective - https://www.thenappycollective.com/To watch the full episode and contribute to the conversation go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastWe’d love it if you could rate our podcast on Apple iTunes, it helps us reach more parents. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brought to you by our episode sponsor GreenPan.This week I’m chatting with Megan Dalla-Camina, award-winning expert in women's leadership and empowerment. We delve into:🎙 Megan’s personal journey of separation and becoming a single mother early on in her parenting journey🎙 Megan’s experience with burnout and tips on how we can avoid it🎙 Megan’s book ‘Women Rising’ and how women can thrive in our society🎙 Advice to new parents who feel they’ve lost their identity and purposeAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor GreenPan visit:Website: https://www.greenpan.com.auInstagram: @theoriginalgreenpan.anz For more on Megan Dalla-Camina visit Instagram @ megandallacaminaBuy the Women Rising book at https://womenrisingbook.com/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 is the final episode in our mini-series with Amelia The Midwife Mumma. We are talking all things juggling it all (or trying) including:🎙 What a day in the life with Amelia looks like🎙 Meal planning, readers, morning routines🎙 Self-care time and what this can look like🎙 S* food nightsAnd so much more…See episodes 127 & 128 for - When we hit breaking point (with Amelia and Ambrose) parts 1 + 2Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFind Amelia on Instagram @themidwifemummaFor more on The Midwife Mumma products visit https://themidwifemumma.com.au/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 with Lisa Sarayeldin certified relationship & self-love coach about the one thing that often comes up in my conversations with parents ‘I feel I’ve lost the connection with my partner’. We delve into what we can do in this situation including:🎙 How reconnecting with ourselves can improve our relationship🎙 Why knowing what we want, is the key to re-connection🎙 How Tony Robbins' 6 core needs are critical when it comes to our satisfaction🎙 How we can best communicate to our partners, without coming off as argumentativeAnd so much more…For more on our episode non-profit partner visit:Website: www.thenappycollective.comInstagram: @thenappycollective For more on Lisa Sarayeldin visit Instagram @lisa.sarayeldinFind 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.

Brought to you by Motto Fashions.We have a guest on Real Talk today, the always organised and forever fabulous @toneyatangas. We are chatting about all things getting organised at home, including:🎙 Meal prepping; why it’s so critical and how we do it🎙 Do we shop at multiple supermarkets weekly, is it worth it?🎙 Adult ADHD and the signs to look out for🎙 How we keep within our weekly food budgetsAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor Motto Fashions visit:Instagram @mottofashionshttps://www.motto.com.au/Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFor more on Toneya Tangas visit Instagram @toneyatangasParenthood 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 is episode 3 in our mini-series with Amelia The Midwife Mumma. We are talking all things post-partum including:🎙 Post-natal anxiety what it looks like and tips on how to overcome it🎙 Amelia’s experience with cow’s milk protein intolerance🎙 The critical things that we experience in the first 6 weeks🎙 Why we should always ask for helpSee episodes 127 & 128 for - When we hit breaking point (with Amelia and Ambrose) parts 1 + 2Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFind Amelia on Instagram @themidwifemummaFor more on The Midwife Mumma products visit https://themidwifemumma.com.au/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.

THROWBACK EP - This week we are throwing back to our most listened to couple’s episode to date. With Steph Claire Smith (@stephclairesmith) and her hubby Josh (@itsjoshmiller). In this episode we talk about all things life after children, including:🎙 How our sex lives change after kids🎙 Love languages and how to resolve conflict🎙 Life in the public eye🎙 Jealous moments and celebrity hall passesand so much more..Thank you to our episode sponsor @ergopouchFind 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 chatting with Laura Bentley about their childhood and how it formed her as an adult and parent, we delve into:🎙 The impacts of having an alcoholic parent🎙 Breaking the cycles of our childhood 🎙 How we can better handle criticism from others🎙 Why it’s important to laugh at our experiencesAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor the Splash Blanket visit:Instagram @splashblanketwww.splashblanket.comFor more on Laura Bentley visit Instagram @ _laurabentley_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 is episode 2 in our mini-series with Amelia. We are talking all things sex including:🎙 What Amelia’s sex life is like behind closed doors🎙 Sex guilt after giving birth🎙 Affection in our relationships that can get lost after having children🎙 Juicy confessions from Amelia’s Q&A sex confession boxAnd so much more…See episodes 127 & 128 for - When we hit breaking point (with Amelia and Ambrose) parts 1 + 2Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFind Amelia on Instagram @themidwifemummaFor more on The Midwife Mumma products visit https://themidwifemumma.com.au/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 Motto Fahions.This week I’m chatting with Fiona Falkiner & Hayley Willis, about their relationship and parenting journey. We delve into:🎙 Their experience with rounds of IVF  🎙 Whether they ever feel judged for being lesbian mothers🎙 Adult ADHD, anxiety and mental health🎙 Their experience with couples counsellingAnd so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio.For more on our episode sponsor Motto Fashions visit:Instagram @mottofashionshttps://www.motto.com.au/For more on our guests visit:Fiona Falkiner visit Instagram @fionafalkinerHayley Willis visit Instagram @hayley__willisFind 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.

Do you ever feel like it’s hard to stay present whilst drowning in all of your to dos? We can relate, this week Liv and I chat about:🎙 Leonie’s blow up at the dry cleaners🎙 Do you struggle switching off from work mode at the end of the day?🎙 Are news and current events impacting you too?🎙 Road rage 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 is our first episode in our mini-series with Amelia (@themidwifemumma). We are talking toddler sleep tips including:🎙 How we get toddlers to sleep and to stay asleep🎙 Sleep associations good or bad?🎙 Dummy’s are they really the devil?🎙 Amelia’s Father’s Day meltdownAnd so much more…See episodes 127 & 128 for - When we hit breaking point (with Amelia and Ambrose) parts 1 + 2Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFind Amelia on Instagram @themidwifemummaFor more on The Midwife Mumma products visit https://themidwifemumma.com.au/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 answering your questions from a questions box I put up on Insta. I tackle:🎙 How I try to fit it all in and get organised on the daily🎙 How I set boundaries or try to; because I’m done with being swept of my feet!🎙 How I try to fit in exercise and prioritise me🎙 Lower back issues, perimenopauseAnd so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFind Amelia Lamont on Instagram @themidwifemummaGript Hawthorn was referenced in this email https://www.gript.com.au/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 with Tara Pavlovic about her transformative year when it comes to health and life, we delve into:🎙 How PCOS led to Tara’s rock bottom moment but also greatest health lesson🎙 Why Tara shares her before and after photos on social media 🎙 Tara’s relationship with Nick including their toughest moments🎙 How Tara’s relationships changed after coming off The Bachelor AustraliaAnd so much more…To listen to the full episode, click the link in our bio.The episode is brought to you by iL TuttoFor more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @ iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/DISCOUNT CODE: Enjoy 20% on all full priced items use the discount code parenthood20. Valid until 18 Nov 2024.For more on Tara Pavlovic visit Instagram @tarapavlovicFind 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 chatting with Gen Day (genevieve_day) and Pat about running a business whilst having a 1 year old and I’m getting all of the intel on Gen’s book; The Juggle. We delve into:🎙 What it’s like to work with your partner and trying to leave work at the door🎙 The challenges of the internal pressure we can feel and the great identify crisis🎙 Lessons on how we (try) to juggle it all🎙 Gen’s must read book The Juggle, stories from many well-known Aussie mums and businesswomen on how they mix life and businessAnd so much more…Shout-out to our podcast non-profit partner: Insta @thenappycollectiveFor more on our podcast non-profit partner The Nappy Collective visit:Instagram @ thenappycollectivehttps://www.thenappycollective.com/For more on Gen Day visit Instagram @genevieve_dayFind 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.

Bringing you this bonus episode which is a little different for Parenthood Pod but what I felt was an important conversation. I read about the proposed Family Policy by Lord Mayor candidate Jamal Hakim and wanted to get Jamal and Michael Ray family advocate who also contributed to the policy, on the show to better understand how government can support us with the crazy cost of living. In this chat we discuss:🎙 Having childcare facilities in our workplaces. Can this really work for business?🎙 Local Family Card; to discount council run services. Will this really move the needle?🎙 An overhaul of public spaces to cater for family needs. How critical is this?🎙 Gender inequity that exists in our society. How is it having an impact on parents?🎙 The gender pay gap. It’s implications on who can care for our children.And so much more…For more on Jamal Hakim visit teamhakim.auVisit change.org for Jamal’s petition to change to ‘Parental Health Care Centre’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.

Real Talk is back and Liv & I are giving you all the intel on our break and also what we wish we’d raised at orientation days:🎙 Your top questions to ask during any orientation day🎙 Insta v real life; holiday break intel🎙 Waitlists and soon to sign kids up to daycare, kinder, school🎙 A hot tub incident and car breakdownAnd so much more…For more on our non-profit partner The Nappy Collective, visit:Instagram: @thenappycollectiveWebsite: https://www.thenappycollective.com/Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodFor more episodes on school selection see:Episode 118 Our kids start prep next yearhttps://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/real-talk-our-kids-start-prep-next-year/id1534951122?i=1000638217777Parenthood 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 our episode sponsor iL Tutto.This week I’m chatting with Jayde Couldwell co-host of widely known Beyond the Bump, Beyond the Balls and Behind the Bump and her husband Harry about all things parenting and their relationship to date. We go super deep and discuss🎙 Jayde and Harry’s relationship behind the scenes and their toughest time as a couple🎙 Triumphs and lessons when it came to deciding on whether to have a third child🎙 How individual therapy has supported not only each of them as parents, but also their relationship🎙 How Jayde, became the podcast queen and now supports so many parents And so much more…For more on iL Tutto visit:Instagram: @ iltuttoWebsite: https://www.iltutto.com.au/To enjoy 20% on all full priced items use the discount code parenthood20. Valid until 18 Nov 2024.For more on Jayde Couldwell visit Instagram @londonxbostonFind 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.

We're back tomorrow... In this solo ep we discuss:🎙 Our new format, where we're dropping 2 episodes a week! 🎙 Are you feeling overwhelmed by like everything?🎙 How to set boundaries around the news and world events🎙 Parenthood Pod is an Australian Podcast Awards finalist!and so much more...Follow us on insta @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.

Answering all of your burning questions about travelling with kids in general. Including:🎙 How to deal with jetlag🎙 How to deal with fussy eaters🎙 Travel cot, travel prams, are they necessary? 🎙 My experience with international babysittersAnd so much more…Follow Parenthood on insta @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.

Answering all of your burning questions on flying with children. Including:🎙 Plane accessories I couldn’t live without🎙 Entertaining kids on a plane🎙 How many snacks to pack 🎙 Getting kids to sleep on a planeAnd so much more…Follow Parenthood on insta @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.

We are celebrating our 150th episode with a special guest on the pod; my hubby Jules. We are answering your red hot questions, including:🎙 What we (and most couples) fight about🎙 How to stay connected as a couple🎙 How we segregate household duties 🎙 How to best navigate the cost of living crisisAnd so much more…Follow Parenthood on insta @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.

Ep 149 – I’ve had a heaps of DM’s about travelling with kids, so this is part 1 of our 3 part mini series. In this episode I share:🎙 Carry on luggage - what to take and how exactly I packed our bags🎙 Items I could not live without when travelling🎙 How to prepare kids for long international flights🎙 How many snacks did I take, are travel cots necessary, what about travel pramsAnd so much more…Follow Parenthood on insta @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.