Parenthood

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.

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👄 “I always thought my family who live nearby would help when I had children. They don’t and I feel resentful. - HELP”We chat about:🎙 How we can best communicate when we need help🎙 Re-adjusting our expectations when it comes to help with our children🎙 How to build your own tribe🎙 Benefits of not having over-bearing parentsAnd so much more…For 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.

Brought to you by Comfy Koalas.I’m so obsessed with Married at first sight (MAFS) that I had to bring my fav cast member; Rhi Disljenkovic, on Parenthood to share in all the juice behind the scenes. This is part 2 of a 2 part series and we dive into:🎙 Is MAFS scripted?🎙 How do the Commitment Ceremonies and Dinner Parties actually work BTS?🎙 Friendships for life, lessons learnt, thoughts on the haters🎙 What’s next for Rhi & Jeff and thoughts on parenthoodAnd so much more…Find Rhi Disljenkovic on Instagram @rhidisljenkovicFor more on our podcast sponsor Comfy Koalas visit:Instagram: @comfykoalasWebsite: www.comfykoalas.com.auWIN - And remember to enter our competition with @comfykoalas to win 3 month’s worth of FREE Comfy Koalas Eco Nappies & Wipes valued at just over $482. See the competition pinned our grid to enter today!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 Comfy Koalas.I’m so obsessed with Married at first sight (MAFS) that I had to bring my fav cast member; Rhi Disljenkovic, on Parenthood to share in all the juice behind the scenes. This is part 1 of a 2 part series and we dive into:🎙 Thoughts on the final dates and if Rhi & Jeff would have stayed together🎙 How Rhi got cast on MAFS and did Rhi know Jeff would be on the show?🎙 Life living with cameras, the tasks and ‘sorry dad’ moments🎙 The toughest tasks, cringe momentsAnd so much more…Find Rhi Disljenkovic on Instagram @rhidisljenkovicFor more on our podcast sponsor Comfy Koalas visit:Instagram: @comfykoalasWebsite: www.comfykoalas.com.auWIN - And remember to enter our competition with @comfykoalas to win 3 month’s worth of FREE Comfy Koalas Eco Nappies & Wipes valued at just over $482. See the competition pinned our grid to enter today!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 ergoPouch.This week I chat to Morgan Mitchell Olympic sprinter & Tom, as they gear up to have their first children, twins. We delve into:🎙 How the couple met and their faster than expected entry into parenthood🎙 Resilience and how humble beginnings can breed incredible motivation🎙 Silent racism does it still exist?🎙 What Morgan & Tom are both excited and terrified about when it comes to parenthoodAnd so much more…For more on ergoPouch visit:Instagram: @ergopouchWebsite: https://www.ergopouch.com.au/Discount code: ergoPouch is offering 20% off on all full priced items in May. Just type in the code PPOD at checkout to save.The offer excludes online Gift Cards, Lyra Convertible Cot, Deluxe Cot Mattress, Multi Buys, Bundle Packs and Sale Products, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotion.Find Morgan Mitchell on Instagram @morganmitchFind 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 Envisage Families.This week I have Rachel De Oliveira content creator and beauty influencer, on the podcast to chat about:🎙 How couples counselling supported her relationship in the early years🎙 Why our relationships can be put to the test after kids🎙 Juggling career and children🎙 Soccer mum anticsAnd so much more…For more on the Envisage Families visit:Instagram: @envisage.communityWebsite: https://envisage.community/Find Rachel De Oliveira on Instagram @rachel_de_oliveiraFind 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 ergoPouch.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener👄 “How are we handling arguments at home between siblings? Any hot tips?”We chat about:🎙 Strategies to handle sibling arguments🎙 How we’re discipling our kiddos; ipad time boundaries, time-out & more🎙 Strategies on handling the mighty tantrum🎙 Smoothie gate or the great smoothie debarkleAnd so much more…Discount code: ergoPouch is offering 20% off on all full priced items in May. Just type in the code PPOD at checkout to save.The offer excludes online Gift Cards, Lyra Convertible Cot, Deluxe Cot Mattress, Multi Buys, Bundle Packs and Sale Products, and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotion.For more on ergoPouch visit:Instagram: @ergopouchWebsite: https://www.ergopouch.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.

I received a DM from someone who is dealing with drama and it’s impacting them hugely. It’s all they can think about. Preach – I too struggle to handle drama and managing life. So I took to the mic in this solo ep to give advice including:🎙 The greatest friendship drama I’ve faced and how it almost crippled me🎙 Coming to the realisation that there are friends for a season, reason and lifetime🎙 Why we may need to start re-setting our expectations of people🎙 Why setting boundaries around where we place our energy and how much we invest in relationships is critical for our wellbeingAnd 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 Toniebox.This week I have Phoebe Simmonds & Kate Casey, co-founders of The Memo; the retail store with the best brands in the babysphere, on the podcast. We chat about:🎙 What made The Memo so successful so quickly🎙 Juggling work and parenthood. The guilt that can come with the two.🎙 Comparison culture and how we navigate it🎙 Relationships and how they change after kidsAnd so much more…Enter our competition to win $300 worth of tonies products (huggable musical storybox) plus $200 to spend at The Memo (the retail store with the best brands in the babysphere). Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod for more details.For more on the Toniebox visit:Instagram: @tonies_anzWebsite: http://tonies.com/Find The Memo on Instagram @fromthememoFind 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.

We’ve reached 200 episodes (I can’t believe it!) and we’re reflecting in this solo ep, where I delve into:🎙 Starting the podcast with 0 audience or followers and building it to what it is today🎙 What drives me after 200 episodes🎙 Why celebrating the small moments is critical to our motivation – shout out to my coach Kris (@insideoutwithkris) for her insights here🎙 My greatest insecurities to date and the re-frameAnd so much more …Shout-out to everyone who has tuned in to episodes, followed us on Instagram, watched us on Youtube. To every guest, sponsor and contributor. Parenthood would not be where it is today without every single one of you.To our audience, I feel so honoured to play a small part in your lives. It’s a privilege I don’t take for granted.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 Toniebox.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener.👄  “At a recent kids birthday party one of the parents got quite drunk… it’s not the first time. Now I’m hesitant having my child in their care – Help!”We chat about:🎙 Leonie’s reflections on 200 episodes of the Parenthood podcast🎙 Melbourne’s school parent party culture🎙 What to do, if we don’t jell with another parent, but our kids love their kids🎙 Are we just judgey?And so much more…Enter our competition to win $300 worth of tonies products (huggable musical storybox) plus $200 to spend at The Memo (the retail store with the best brands in the babysphere). Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod for more details.For more on the Toniebox visit:Instagram: @tonies_anzWebsite: http://tonies.com/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 find school holidays stressful too?You’re not alone! In this solo episode I chat about how I (try to) manage school holidays whilst working full time, including:🎙 Why my relationship is put under the test during school holidays🎙 Why planning each day of school holidays ahead of time helps my anxiety🎙 How cost of living is impacting our ability to seek the support that we need🎙 Why screen time is in full use during the holidays and no – I feel no guiltAnd 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.

Brought to you by Melbourne SkydeckThis week I’m chatting Nat Kringoudis, founder of Melbourne’s #1 women’s natural health clinic, author, podcaster and THE Hormone Revolutionist. Nat’s answering your burning questions including:🎙 “I’m 38 years old, how do I best prepare for menopause?” – Help!🎙 “I had gut issues pre-kids, pregnancy cleared them up, but I’m starting to bloat again” – Help!🎙 “Since pregnancy my hair has fallen out more than ever” – Help!And so much more…Enter the Melbourne Skydeck competition to win a $229 family pass. Check out Instagram @parenthoodpod and see our pinned post to enter.For more on Melbourne Skydeck visit:Instagram: @melbourneskydeckWebsite: https://www.melbourneskydeck.com.au/Find Nat on Instagram @natkringoudisFind 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.

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.