Parenthood

So I’m home and here to fill you in on my thoughts and reflections including:🎙 Do we hang on too tightly as mums?🎙 Thoughts on delegating and sharing the load🎙 Feedback from a mother’s group about drowning in the mental load 🎙 How my children went during my time away, did my preparation work?And 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.

In my last episode I spoke all about my experience with being at CNBC TV and also recording a podcast with them. This week’s episode is the podcast that we recorded. Sit back and enjoy (and DM me on your thoughts on whether you think my voice is husky or A-OK…)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.

I just got back to NYC from Florida and I’m excited to give you updates. I spent the day in Florida filming on day time TV and speaking all things parenthood. It would only be fair that I immediately jump on the pod and fill you all in on my behind the scenes thoughts. So this is another unfiltered episode where I chat all things:🎙 Having no voice just hours before going on TV🎙 Manifesting; is it real, does it work? 🎙 The worst avo on toast I’ve ever hadAnd 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.

I’m in NYC and bringing you updates from a day of walking the streets speaking to parents. Yes, team, just me, a microphone and videographer tapping randoms on the shoulder and asking them to go deep. In this episode I spill the tea on:🎙 The most common theme that US parents spoke about🎙 Thoughts on patience and releasing expectations as parents🎙 When ‘mama bear’ attitude kicks inAnd 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.

I’ve made it to the big apple and what a destination it is. So I’m sharing my observations when it comes to the fine city of New York including:🎙 Observations on homelessness and personal security🎙 Nannies out in full force and US maternity leave observations🎙 Police enforcement and racial stereotypesAnd 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.

It’s another day in sunny Austin Texas and I have so many observations. So in this episode you’ll get my (unfiltered) thoughts on this really everything on my mind including:🎙 Where are all of the cowboy hats and boots?🎙 Observations on the republican state including abortion laws🎙 Some success on the US media opportunity frontAnd 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.

Ok team, so I’ve just arrived in Austin Texas and what a whirlwind it’s been already. My trip here was truly eventful and I’m (oversharing) on what happened behind the scenes including:🎙 Can you take a paperclip and tongue scrapper on an international flight?🎙 Has anyone else tried the tequila + sleeping pills combo (..do not recommend)🎙 Public service announcement about toilets at airports (or lack there-of)🎙 Nearly passing out and internally exploding at US customsAnd 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.

Welcome to the first episode from our Parenthood On Tour series. I’m giving you updates from the day before I leave for the US on my solo trip, chatting about:🎙 How I’m preparing my kids for my trip away🎙 The mum guilt that is SO real🎙 My goals and challenges with media opportunities in the USAnd 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.

Brought to you by @bambimini.coThis is our final episode before our mini break. We are answering our audience’s top question; how is everyone juggling it all? We certainly are no experts and we drop balls all the time, but in this Real Talk episode we discuss:🎙 Leonie’s solo trip to the US, preparing the kids and taking her mic with her🎙 What our typical routines look like and how we fit it all in (or don’t)🎙 Do we baby our husbands?🎙 Meal prep ideas, hiding veggiesAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor Bambi Mini Co visit:Instagram @bambiminicohttps://bambiminico.com.au/Follow 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.

Want to know what we were like in high school? Well Liv and I just had our 20 year reunion and are sharing all the tee, including:🎙 Our high school personalities and yes we were as cool as you think…🎙 What we’ve learnt from our parents way of parenting🎙 Msn messenger, Linx Africa, passion pop reflections🎙 Debating meetings sponsored by WoodstockAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor Bambi Mini Co visit:Instagram @bambiminicohttps://bambiminico.com.au/Follow 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 Bambi Mini Co.This week I’m chatting with Dr Golly and he is answering your burning questions including:🎙 Why the early years of parenting can be tough on relationships🎙 How to navigate fussy eaters🎙 Why screen time isn’t all that bad🎙 How to empower toddlers when baby number 2 arrivesAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor Bambi Mini Co visit:Instagram @bambiminicohttps://bambiminico.com.au/Follow Dr Golly on Instagram @drgollyTo get $20 off on all Dr Golly online programs enter the discount code pp20 at checkout. Expires 30 June 2024. https://drgolly.com/bundle-others/Follow 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 Bambi Mini Co.This week I’m chatting with Dr Golly and he is answering your burning questions including:🎙 How we can best plan for kids🎙 Overcoming mental health challenges as parents🎙 Why my 4 year old’s tantrums were worse than the terrible 2’s and 3’s🎙 How Dr Golly felt when he first became a dadAnd so much more…For more on our episode sponsor Bambi Mini Co visit:Instagram @bambiminicohttps://bambiminico.com.au/Follow Dr Golly on Instagram @drgollyTo get $20 off on all Dr Golly online programs enter the discount code pp20 at checkout. Expires 30 June 2024. https://drgolly.com/bundle-others/Follow 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 @elan.houseofwellness.This week we lend our voices to the many people who are speaking up about female violence. We discuss:🎙 Our thoughts on media reports re female violence🎙 What more we think needs to be done and🎙 How gender inequality as playing out in organisations🎙 What we can do to shift the needle, as mother’s to boysAnd so much more…To tune in, click the link in our bio 🎧Visit @elan.houseofwellness to enjoy 20% savings for Mother’s Day.IG handle: @elan.houseofwellnessTo follow Parenthood on insta, IG handle: @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 Elan House of Wellness.Back by popular demand, this week it’s part 2 of our conversation with Melbourne mum and Kic co-founder Steph Claire Smith. We answer your questions including:🎙 Low sex drive since becoming a parent🎙 Inequality when it comes to the household🎙 Handling endless business rejection🎙 Hustle vs restAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor Elan House of Wellness.Visit Elan online for the Mother’s Day offer: https://elan.house/IG handle: @elan.houseofwellnessAbout our guest:IG handle: @stephclairesmithEnjoy your first month FREE of Kic with our code PARENTHOOD1Head to https://app.kicapp.com/onboarding , and sign up to their monthly subscription. Enter the code and once you’re all signed up, download the app and log in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Parenthood Mother's Day Special - Brought to you by Elan House of Wellness. Back by popular demand, this week to celebrate Mother’s Day we are chatting with Melbourne mum and Kic co-founder Steph Claire Smith. We go deep and discuss:🎙 Steph’s current focus on inner work, authenticity and blocking out other’s expectations🎙 Thoughts on violence against woman🎙 Lessons from starting a multi-million dollar business🎙 Hustle vs restAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor Elan House of Wellness:Visit Elan online for the Mother’s Day offer: https://elan.house/IG handle: @elan.houseofwellnessAbout our guest:IG handle: @stephclairesmithEnjoy your first month FREE of Kic with our code PARENTHOOD1Head to https://app.kicapp.com/onboarding , and sign up to their monthly subscription. Enter the code and once you’re all signed up, download the app and log in!To follow Parenthood on insta:IG handle: @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.

Episode 127 - This week I chat with well-known Melbourne artist Bobby and business owner Steve to discuss what their relationship looks like behind closed doors. The couple are so open and raw about some of the real challenges they’ve faced including:🎙 A journey to conceive baby number 2🎙 The challenges when juggling business and parenthood🎙 How they navigate their different personality styles; the scheduler & the free spirit🎙 Why couples counselling was a great supportAnd so much more…For more on Bobby, follow @bobbyclark____ on Instagram.For more on Parenthood Podcast, follow @parenthoodpod on Instagram.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 we’re going airing our dirty laundry, about what we disagree on behind closed door. We spill the tea on:🎙 A 48 hour Mexican stand-off in Leonie’s household🎙 Who waves the white flag first in an argument?🎙 A call-in from a listener re growing apart from her husband🎙 Why fighting means we’re communicating and passion means we careAnd 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.

This week I chat to Emily Stone, co-founder of BabyBee. Emily answers all of your pram questions and delves into her own personal struggles with juggling parenthood and work. We chat about:🎙 Emily’s personal challenges with running an international business whilst being a mum🎙 What do we look for when shopping for a new pram? What accessories do I need?🎙 Does a more expensive pram really mean a better one?🎙 Car seat or capsule?🎙 How Babybee can provide higher quality at a more affordable price pointAnd so much more…Brought to you by Babybee; award-winning designer prams & baby essentials.Babybee: https://babybeeonline.com/The Babybee ultimate pram guide: https://babybeeonline.com/pages/the-ultimate-pram-guideFollow 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.

This episode is a solo chat filling you in on my house move, reflections on burnout and extensive mental load and how I'm approaching the year to date. Follow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpod and if you love the pod please rate us and share us 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.

After 2 years of searching for the right property, I bought a family home! During this Real Talk episode, Liv and I discuss all the tea on the house purchase, including:🎙 The 2 year buying experience🎙 Why I used a buyer’s advocate🎙 The anxiety riddling auction🎙 Home improvements and DIY curtain & blind optionsAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor @thecurtainandblindcoFollow 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.

This is part 2 of our conversation with Amelia (@themidwifemumma) and husband Ambrose. See episode 127 for part 1. In this chat we delve into:🎙 Navigating an unexpected death as a parent🎙 House renovations🎙 The most stressful year of the couple’s life🎙 Whether they are done at 4 kidsAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor Gaia.Website gaiaskinnaturals.comFor more on Amelia, follow @themidwifemumma on Instagram.For more on Parenthood Podcast, follow @parenthoodpod on Instagram.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.

So excited to bring you this episode with Amelia (@themidwifemumma) and husband Ambrose. Most well known for her expertise on sleep and all things baby, Amelia is well loved across Australia for her raw and honest content. The couple don’t hold back in this exclusive interview delving into:🎙 Sex and what keeps their relationship alive after nearly 20 years together🎙 Juggling businesses whilst having 4 children🎙 What nearly broke them as a couple🎙 Resentment-ville and how we can get out of itAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor ErgoBaby.Instagram @ergobaby_aunzWebsite www.ergobaby.com.auFor more on Amelia, follow @themidwifemumma on Instagram.For more on Parenthood Podcast, follow @parenthoodpod on Instagram.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.

Real Talk is back and our kiddos have started prep and kinder this year. So Liv & I chat about what it’s really like to be school mums, including:🎙 Handling separation anxiety🎙 Using roll-play to get your kids to listen to you!🎙 School parent clicks & finding your crew🎙 Lunch box tips + bribing with chocolateAnd 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.

Episode 125 - This week I chat with sisters Krystal (@houseofharvee) & Steph, well known via social media for their insane fashion, vibrant personalities and always on point design aesthetic . We delve into:🎙 How being brought up in a single parent household shaped them🎙 Steph’s life updates on egg freezing, dating and advice to other single women in their 30’s🎙 Krystal’s challenges around being a boy mum and how her identity has shifted🎙 How their first ever family getaway with their mum shaped them and their life prioritiesAnd 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 124 – Bringing you part 2 of last week’s conversation and delving into Liv’s Ins and Outs for 2024, specifically:🎙 Doom scrolling, can you relate?🎙 Are we people pleasing again this year?🎙 How to better navigate the work/ family juggle🎙 Is bad wine just cheap wine?And 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 123 - Our Real Talk segment is back! Because we had SO much to discuss, this is part 1 of a 2 part conversation. We chat about:🎙 Our summer holidays and was it really a holiday?🎙 Burnout and the beauty in the breakdown🎙 Am I living the way I want to, what needs to change?🎙 A heart breaking reality check for LeonieAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor @taktiktennisFollow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpodReferences: The Daily Stoic by Ryan Holiday, Let Go by Huge Van CuylenburgParenthood 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 for season 8!Episode 122 - Sponsored by @babybeeprams; award-winning designer prams & baby essentials.This week I chat with Geelong Cat premiership player Gary Rohan and his wife Madi about their conceiving and pregnancy journey to date. We delve into:🎙 Experiencing a miscarriage and the loss of a newborn🎙 Living with a mum with Huntington’s disease🎙 Experiencing hyperemesis gravidarum during early pregnancy🎙 Pregnancy announcements and why then can be triggeringAnd so much more…To listen to the episode the link is in our bio 🎧For more on our episode sponsor Babybee visit https://babybeeonline.com/For more on Madi visit insta @madirohan_For more on Gary visit insta @garyrohan16Follow 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.

I am on the Growing Podcast.--In today’s episode of Growing, host Beth Ryan is joined by relationship and parenting coach Leonie Akhidenor to discuss the challenges couples face in their relationships after having kids. Drawing on questions and concerns submitted by their online community, they explore topics such as the mental load, communication, lack of libido, resentment, and self-care.Leonie provides valuable insights on how to share the mental load, communicate effectively, and delegate tasks to create a more balanced partnership. They also discuss the importance of prioritizing self-care, finding ways to maintain intimacy, and addressing any underlying feelings of resentment.Whether you're a new parent or an experienced one, this episode is full of practical tips and advice for navigating the ups and downs of relationships after kids. Tune in now to learn more!For more on Growing visit https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/growing/id1651577229 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bringing you an episode where I was a guest on KicBump.--You’re exhausted from feeding all night and your partner is playing golf. If you’re currently in the depths of the newborn phase, and resenting your partner for going back to their normal life, you’re not alone. Mum of two, relationship coach, and host of the ‘Parenthood’ podcast Leonie Akhidenor has heard it all (and worse) so we asked for her help to answer your questions.Steph & Leonie discuss the resentment that parents can feel when they’re taking on more of the load than their partner & how to manage it, what non-feeding partners can do to feel useful and how common it is to feel disconnected from your baby in the early days.Check out: KICPOD: @kicpod on InstagramKic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.comSteph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLeonie: @leonie.akhidenor on Instagram, @parenthoodpod on InstagramJoin our virtual mothers' group in the the KICBUMP Facebook group. Search 'KICBUMP Community'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 119 – I caught up with to discuss all things the tween years (8-12 years old). We hash out:🎙The puberty box; what it is and why you’d have one🎙Social media boundaries🎙Body image and friendship challenges🎙Handling the trollsAnd so much more…To listen to the episode the link is in our bio 🎧For more on Olivia White visit instagram @oliviawhiteFor more on Parenthood Podcast visit instagram @parenthoodpodThe 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.

For the last episode of the season Liv and I reflect on the year that was and what’s to come in 2024. We hash out:🎙 How we’re preparing our kids for school (prep next year)🎙 How we’re feeling about the next chapter (I’m not crying, you’re crying)🎙 What made us choose the schools that our kids are going to🎙 Birthdays, end of chapters, start of new onesAnd so much more…To join in the conversation follow us on instagram @parenthoodpodTo listen to REAL TALK - Everything you need to know when choosing your child's school: see episode 81 released on 18 AprThe 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.

So many transitions happening with one kid going into prep next year and the other leaving daycare for ELC.So I took to the podcast to reflect on the year that has been in this bonus SOLO episode. I chat (to myself) about:🎙 School mum life; my tips and experiences🎙 Why I burnt out this year🎙 Why we need to be patient with our goals🎙 Handling continuous meltdowns - they should call it the terrible 3’s and 4’sand much more...To join in the conversation visit 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.

Episode 116 - This week I chat to one of my fabulous mentors, Zoe Marshall (@zoebmarshall). We discuss her existential crisis in May and how that has changed her forever. We delve into:🎙 Feeling ‘meh’ about life and not knowing if we can go on🎙 Being obsessed with the ‘doing’ and ‘success’ until we reach burnout🎙 How a health crisis led to reframing what’s important in life🎙 Is rest really lazy?And so much more…To listen to the episode the link is in our bio 🎧For more on Zoe visit insta @zoebmarshallZoe's podcast The Deep - https://www.zoemarshall.com/thedeepZoe Marshall on Straight Talk podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/94-beyond-the-surface-zoe-marshalls-journey-through/id1572546872?i=1000625450914Follow 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.

A solo chat to myself (and you!) on what I've learnt after 5 years of parenting.To join the conversation follow us on Insta @parenthoodpodParenthood Pod 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 had a dad DM us, about his wife saying that she does not feel he pulls his weight at home. So the Real Talk gang had a stab at providing some unsolicited advice and hash out:🎙 How we set expectations in our own households🎙 How we (try to) share the household tasks🎙 What we have resentment over in our relationships🎙 Reaching boiling point over dinner And so much more…If you loved this episode please share it with a friend!Follow Parenthood Podcast on Insta @parenthoodpodFor more on Bouchee Foods visit https://bouchee.com.au/Parenthood Podcast acknowledges 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 sat down with Sam Squiers, award winning sports presenter and ambassador for the Miracle Babies Foundation to discuss her premature journey. Her daughter Immi was born at 32 weeks. We chat about:🎙 Sam’s journey with pre-eclampsia🎙 Sam's harrowing birth story; both Sam and Immi nearly didn’t survive🎙 Mum guilt and the mixed emotions of being a premature parent🎙 The greatest lessons from Sam's premature journeyand so much more…For more on Sam visit Instagram @samsquiersA huge shout out to our episode sponsor @waterwipes - the world's purest baby wipes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m joined by Scott Stuart and wife Mel to explore our gender bias, judgements and how we can get a handle on them. We delve into:🎙 Our childhoods and where our bias stems from🎙 Handling other people’s judgement and opinions🎙 Encouraging ‘positive’ friendships for our kids🎙 A productive approach to setting boundariesAnd so much more…For more on Scott see Instagram @scottcreatesFor more on Mel see Instagram @mels_loudlife Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brought to you by WaterWipes™ and the Miracle Babies Foundation.On World Prematurity Day, I sat down with Megan Schutt, Australian cricketer and Miracle Babies Foundation ambassador to chat about her and her wife Jess’ experience when having their daughter Rylee. Rylee was born premature at 28 weeks. We hash out:🎙 What it’s like to have a high risk pregnancy🎙 What happens after you give birth to a premature baby🎙 How to support your partner and your own mental health during tough times🎙 The greatest lessons and regrets during Megan's premature journeyand so much more…For more on today's sponsor WaterWipes™ - the world's purest baby wipes, visit https://www.waterwipes.com/au/enFor more on Miracle Babies Foundation visit https://www.miraclebabies.org.au/For more on Megan Schutt see Instagram @megan_schutt3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Real Talk is back and we’re responding to a DM that we received from a 30 year old single woman, who is panicking, because at this age she expected to be married with kids. She asks; what the hell went wrong? So Liv & I reflect on our own panic years and delve into:🎙 How we felt massive society pressure at 30🎙 Our journeys to getting married and having babies🎙 The panic that can set in about career, promotions and money🎙 The best advice Leonie ever received when datingAnd so much more…A huge shoutout to The Nappy Collective our episode partner.To donate your unused nappies today, at one of the collection points across Australia visit https://www.thenappycollective.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I’m joined by Maggie Chretien (@thepeninsulamumma) to discuss how parenting changed her relationship. As always Maggie is an open book and we delve into:🎙 6 months without sex🎙 What they mainly fight about; resentment, inequality and all those fun feelings🎙 Couples counselling and what it’s really like🎙 Differing parenting styles 🎙 Do you have a ‘splash blanket’?And so much more…To listen to the episode the link is in our bio 🎧Find out more about Maggie check out her insta @thepeninsulamumma Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Real Talk is BACK! We’re coming in hot with our money hacks, because let’s face it – how is everyone affording everything?! We hash out:🎙 Money hacks from our audience and own experiences🎙 How we structure our bank accounts – shout out to The Bare foot Investor🎙 Consolidating our expenses🎙 FB budget groupsAnd much more…For more on our episode sponsor TakTik Tennis visit instagram @taktiktennis or https://www.taktik-tennis.com/Broker mentioned: Tom Nightingale at https://www.nfinance.com.au/about/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I sat down with Ross and Jack (@rossandrewartha) before they head off to the US to meet their second baby, due in a few weeks time! We delved into:🎙 Their journey with international surrogacy 🎙 Navigating homophobic comments🎙 How to handle the ‘where’s your mummy’ questions🎙 Racing to their first child Oli's birth in the US during Melbourne covid lockdownand so much more…Find out more about Ross + Jack on Insta @rossandrewartha Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this last episode for the season Liv and I are chatting judgement; judgy parents, friends and basically anyone around us, we hash out:🎙 What we judge people about (don’t judge us!)🎙 What we feel judged about, particularly when it comes to our parenting🎙 That guy on the plane who had SO much to say about my kids🎙 People in the supermarket having opinions about usand so much more…To listen to the full episode the link is in our bio 🎧A huge thank you to today’s sponsor Ergo Pouch. Visit https://www.ergopouch.com.au/ to receive 20% off their entire collection. Discount code: PARENTHOOD20. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I’m chatting with Aliza and hubby Stuart about all things life before and after kids. Aliza was based in Sydney when she met Stuart, who was living in South Africa. Their journey to raising a family is so beautiful and unique and we delve into:🎙 How 2 people from very different cultures and backgrounds make a relationship work🎙 Navigating a traumatic birth🎙 Can we make time for each other when our careers are so demanding🎙 Parenting styles and any clashesand so much more…A huge thank you to today’s sponsor. Visit https://www.ergopouch.com.au/ to get 20% off their entire collection. Discount code: PARENTHOOD20.Shout out to Bouchee Foods. Visit https://bouchee.com.au/ for delicious and healthy meals for your kiddos.To find out more about Aliza visit @bumpnbub on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today’s Real Talk segment, Liv and I are chatting parenting styles, specifically:🎙 So what are parenting styles and do we just have 1?🎙 Is our parenting style what we had hoped it’d be?🎙 What our hubbies parenting styles are and where we clash🎙 Are our homes more calm when we’re not around?and so much more…A huge thank you to today’s sponsor @melbournemuseumTo 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.

Today I’m chatting to Immi and her hubby Ben about their most challenging experience of their lives. We hash out:🎙 What life looks like when you loose a parent whilst in the newborn bubble🎙 What they fight about and how they resolve🎙 Traumatic births🎙 Differing parenting stylesand so much more..To listen to the full episode the link is in our bio 🎧Thank you to today’s episode sponsor @stkildamumsFor more on Imogen visit @goodmourningpodcast on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today I’m chatting to Steph Claire Smith (co-founder of Kic app, model and fellow podcaster) and her hubby Josh re all things life after children, we hash out:🎙 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..Reference:Find out more about Steph on Instagram @stephclairesmithFind out more about Josh on Instagram @itsjoshmillerListen to Steph’s podcast KicBump and KicPod:Apple podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/kicpod/id1457667995Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2M7qMqeBYjhvHmpFwTrYCIThank you to today’s episode sponsor ergoPouch - https://www.ergopouch.com.au/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.

In today’s Real Talk segment, we’re talking all things depression pre and post kids. Leonie delves into her own experiences with pregnancy and early parenting and the girls hash out:🎙 What pre-natal depression looks like🎙 What post-natal depression looks like🎙 What got Leonie through it🎙 Not crying in the therapist’s officeand so much more…References: The Gidget Foundation - https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/Today’s partner: 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.

We’ve made it to 100 episodes!!Here to celebrate with me on the pod is my biggest supporter (and partner in life) my hubby Jules. 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.

Today I’m chatting to author, content creator and media personality Sean Szeps. Sean dives into his journey as a queer parent having migrated to Australia when his twins were newborns. We hash out: 🎙 What life is like when you don’t have your village🎙 What mental health battles look like and what to look out for🎙 Is the mental load as big of an issue for same sex couples?🎙 Poo-namis and a plan to escape to Mexicoand so much more..Reference: Book: Not like other dads by Sean SzepsPost natal support: TresillianFind out more about Sean on Instagram @seanszepsThank 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/parenthoodpodcast We’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.