On this week's episode of Motherhood Confessions we chat to a Mum who is struggling with the transition back to work after maternity leave. We discuss the challenges modern day women are faced with by being expected to "have it all" uncomplainingly, with no support. We chat about this Mum's experience re-entering the workforce after her second period of maternity leave, feeling like she isn't coping with the juggle of mum life, home life and corporate life. We also chat about this Mum's experien...
Aug 30, 2023•35 min
Get ready to spice up your home life with some amazing cleaning, cooking and organisation hacks from the incredible Caity Robertson! Caity who may be better known as @living.the.abundant.way on Instagram, is an expert in organisation and meal planning, and was previously a Chef! Caity shares some of her ultimate Mum hacks to make tasks around the home easy, efficient, and dare I say fun!? This chat will leave you feeling keen to get on top of those overflowing laundry piles, old toys, cluttered ...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 1 min
We're asking the big questions this week and chatting with the incredible Krista, from Baby Sleep School. We're talking about when babies will usually sleep through the night (if ever!?), what factors play into this and what changes we can make to help our little ones sleep through. In this episode we also chat about sleep training in general, and share our own experiences with baby sleep and sleep guidance. Krista shares some insights from recent studies on the effects of sleep training, and we...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 3 min
We're so excited to share this chat with the beautiful Keira Rumble, who came on the podcast this week to talk about her conception, pregnancy and parenting journey. Keira has two gorgeous babies born via IVF, and also has three businesses amongst the Mum life juggle! We chat about her conception journey, the challenges of IVF, having HG through both pregnancies as well as balancing small businesses with babies. This is such a beautiful, raw and honest chat which we think you will all love! To f...
Aug 14, 2023•41 min
This week we're chatting all things Gestational Diabetes with the incredible dietician Renee Jennings! Renee Jennings is a clinical dietitian and nutritionist specialising in pregnancy and postpartum. She is a mum of two and co-author of Nurture the Seed; Your evidence-based guide to prenatal nutrition. We discuss what gestational diabetes is, what the causes are, then dive into how our diet can affect this common pregnancy condition. Renee gives us some tips on how we could possibly lower our c...
Aug 07, 2023•56 min
On this week's episode of Motherhood Confessions we chat to a Mum who had a traumatic entrance to Motherhood, with her baby receiving a serious diagnosis 2 days after birth, then emergency life saving surgery a week later. The first few months of her daughter's life were filled with surgeries, appointments, tube feeding and pumping. We discuss navigating the medical system and the trauma that comes with watching your child receive medical treatments at such a young age. We also discuss the compl...
Aug 02, 2023•43 min
Is anyone else getting smashed with sickness this winter, or just us?? After multiple colds, flu, gastro, you name it, we've called in the big guns to give us some tips on how we can boost our kids immunity naturally. Our expert guest this week is Melissa Kupsch, Homeopath and Founder & Director of RMDY Collective. Melissa is a qualified Homeopath & Naturopath with a special interest in Fertility, Women's & Children's Health. In this episode we have a fascinating chat about what Home...
Jul 31, 2023•44 min
This week we're talking all things periods, and how to live in alignment with the different phases of your menstrual cycle! We're chatting with the incredible Claire Baker, Founder of Cycle Coach School and author of "50 things you need to know about periods". In this episode we discuss what the menstrual cycle is, and what different phases we experience hormonally each month. Claire tells us about some of the best ways to live in alignment with these phases and the natural cycles of your body. ...
Jul 24, 2023•43 min
This week's mum gave birth to her two girls at the age of 36 and 38. She didn't plan either pregnancy but took the role of becoming a mother very seriously and loves being a mum. This Mum made the tough decision to leave her husband after being treated poorly, knowing this would sadly mean she wouldn't see her daughters for 50% of the time. She chats to us about the challenges of bringing up two teenage girls in a shared care situation, especially when your ex partner has a different parenting s...
Jul 19, 2023•22 min
Our bodies go through so many changes during pregnancy and postpartum, and it's easy to feel self conscious or vulnerable during these seasons - we certainly have! In this week's episode we're chatting with the incredible Rose Oates, a body acceptance advocate and Mum of four. Rose chats to us about what body acceptance is, and what this means for her. We also discuss tips and tricks on how to be more loving and accepting towards your body especially during the postpartum period. If you'd like t...
Jul 17, 2023•39 min
Have you ever been curious about homeschooling, and what this might look like? Is this something you'd possibly consider, or just something you're interested in hearing more about? In this week's episode we're chatting to the beautiful Kasey, Mum of four, who has been homeschooling three of her children. Kasey shares her insights on what homeschooling is, the benefits, setting up a homeschooling environment, finding resources, and what a typical homeschooling day looks like. If you want to follo...
Jul 10, 2023•45 min
In this week's episode of Motherhood Confessions, we chat to one of our beautiful listeners who shares her experience of postnatal depression after a traumatic first birth. After being induced and having interventions leading to a c section, she decided to take control of her second birth, be as prepared as she could be and was able to have a healing VBAC with her daughter. In this episode we discuss having two babies close together, working through birth trauma, and shedding trauma around the w...
Jul 05, 2023•27 min
Do you remember being overwhelmed or nervous about introducing allergens to your bub? Or are you yet to cross this bridge and want to feel more prepared before you start? Enter the amazing Dietitian Katie Ferraro, who is our guest this week and shares her expert insights on how and when to introduce allergenic foods. In this episode we discuss what the main allergens are, how and when to safely introduce these, what are the signs of an allergic reaction and what to do if your child has an allerg...
Jul 03, 2023•44 min
This week's episode is a much needed chat around the prevalence of eating disorders and disordered eating during pregnancy and postpartum. This season is such a vulnerable time for many, with hormonal fluctuations and body changes which can be the catalyst for some women to experience body image struggles. In this chat we interview Callie and Catrina - friends, Social Workers and Mums. Callie and Catrina are the Founders of Lotus ED support and both have a lived experience of eating disorders, d...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 5 min
This week's Mum hadn’t met the right guy and wanted to have a family, so decided to take things into her own hands. At the age of 31, she went to a fertility specialist to find out more about her biological clock and was told it would be very unlikely to be able to conceive with a low AMH and suspected Endometriosis. When she was further diagnosed formally with endometriosis she also found out she had blocked tubes. She commenced an IVF journey to be a single mother, was successful on the first ...
Jun 21, 2023•25 min
Hello and welcome to the second trimester diaries!! This week we're sharing little snippets we've recorded over the past few months to follow along Emma's pregnancy journey in her second trimester. In this episode we chat about how Emma's been feeling, the struggle of parenting a toddler while pregnant, big nipples, peeing yourself every time you cough, scans, blood tests and so much more! This is a hilarious and real update on pregnancy which we hope you can all relate to. We also discuss Emma'...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Have you found planning for your birth overwhelming? Do you want to map out some birth preferences but don't quite know where to start? This is an amazing chat with Midwife and Maternal Child Health Nurse Claire Andrews on tips for planning your ideal birth. An "ideal birth" will look different for everyone, but these tips and insights are applicable to all types of birth scenarios, from c sections to home births and everything in between. We left this chat feeling informed and inspired, and we ...
Jun 12, 2023•56 min
*Trigger warning* In this episode we discuss termination of pregnancy and miscarriage This week's Mum is sharing her experience of being diagnosed with stage 3 cervical cancer during her second pregnancy. At this time her first child was 18 months old, and she had just launched her own business. She lost her second baby and is now unable to have any more children. This Mum is coming on the podcast to share her experience and talk about the Mum guilt she has had around working and not being able ...
Jun 07, 2023•29 min
Join us for a catch up episode while we talk sh!t about some very random topics! We're sharing some outrageous ghost stories and talking all things pregnancy fashion! We're looking at current trends and sharing our thoughts, what we wore (and are wearing) during pregnancy and some new looks that we definitely couldn't pull off! Emma gives us a toddler sleep update and Hannah's hosting a teenage birthday party with 30 kids, what could go wrong right? Join us for some spooky tales and of course lo...
Jun 05, 2023•51 min
This week we're chatting all about the pelvic floor! These incredible amazing muscles that can at times come with challenges during pregnancy and birth. Rachel Andrew joins us to discuss what the pelvic floor is, common issues that may occur in the pelvic floor during pregnancy and postpartum, tips for strengthening these muscles, what to do if sex has become painful and so much more! Rachel is a titled APA Continence and Women’s Health Physiotherapist who works with women during pregnancy and a...
May 29, 2023•50 min
This week's mum shares her story of raising her son who has a disability as a result of a rare genetic condition. Despite knowing from birth that something wasn't right, it took four years to get the diagnosis. Her son is only the 11th in the world to be diagnosed with this disability, and after his diagnosis she went through IVF to ensure her next baby isn't affected by this rare condition. This Mum is coming on the podcast to discuss the anxiety and pressure she's experienced in her parenting ...
May 24, 2023•26 min
This week we're talking all things screen time! A hot topic in most households and very relevant to children of all ages. In this episode we have the incredible Ash Brandin on with us to chat about the benefits of screen time, if there is an ideal age to introduce it, how to set boundaries with your children and so much more! Ash is a middle school educator who believes gaming and screens can be part of kids lives without being the center of their lives. Over on their Instagram page @TheGamerEdu...
May 22, 2023•52 min
Did you have "morning sickness" during your pregnancy? Did you ever feel like maybe it was a bit more than just "morning sickness"? Were you gaslit about how hard that period was, or told to drink ginger and get on with it? In line with HG awareness day which is the 15th of May 2023, we interviewed the amazing and hilarious Caitlin Kay-Smith, Founder of Hyperemesis Australia. Caitlin was a HG sufferer herself and started this incredible organisation to raise awareness and offer support to anyone...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 16 min
In this week's episode of Motherhood Confessions, one of our listeners shares her story as a first time mum going into spontaneous labour at 30 weeks pregnant when he waters unexpectedly broke. She birthed her daughter within 3 hours then was immediately separated for the next 7 weeks with her daughter in NICU. She tells us about her experience of trying to bond with a baby that didn’t feel like hers, all while being told she might not make it. Then once finally being able to take her daughter h...
May 10, 2023•26 min
This week we're joined by Perinatal and Infant Mental Health Clinician Lisiane Latouche to discuss what postnatal depression and anxiety is, and what some of the signs and symptoms are. We know this can affect both women and men after the birth of their baby, and in some cases even during pregnancy. This is unfortunately a common condition which is why discussions like these are so important to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms, and how to best support someone with perinatal depression a...
May 08, 2023•42 min
We are so honoured to be joined this week by Mundanara Bayles, an Aboriginal woman living on Gubbi Gubbi country on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast. Mundanara is the Managing Director and co-founder of BlackCard , a 100% Aboriginal owned business providing cultural capability training and consultancy services to enable people and organisations to work effectively with members of the Aboriginal community. Mundanara is also the host of the amazing podcast Black Magic Woman, sharing stories about thing...
May 01, 2023•1 hr 21 min
In this week's episode of Motherhood Confessions, our Mum tells us of her experience having two sons but always wanting a daughter. She shares with us her highs, lows and misconceptions of what she describes as gender disappointment. She had always dreamed of what she thought was considered the “perfect family” the “pigeon pair” and she shares with us how she has had to navigate a life that she never dreamed she would have. If you have a story you'd like to tell anonymously, we'd love to hear fr...
Apr 26, 2023•27 min
This week we have the absolute honour of chatting with Ness Galleghan a Mum to five children within her blended family, and Mother of Bobby who is currently undergoing treatment for a rare form of Leukaemia. Just around Bobby's second birthday, about 17 months ago, he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of cancer; T-Cell Lymphoblastic Leukaemia. This turned their families world upside down, and both Ness and her partner have stopped working to care for Bobby and their other children. T...
Apr 24, 2023•57 min
You may know her as the founder and host of She's On The Money podcast, retired Financial Advisor, millennial money expert, Founder and Director of the award winning finance company Zella, animal lover, and just all round amazing human, **drumroll please** it's Victoria Devine! And GUESS WHAT! This week Victoria is chatting to us about financial planning for families! She shares some incredible tips on creating budgets without feeling restricted, starting an emergency fund, saving for your famil...
Apr 17, 2023•50 min
In our sixth episode of Motherhood Confessions we're anonymously interviewing one of our beautiful listeners who is a single mum navigating parenthood solo with an Autistic child who also has ADHD. She shares her experience of parenting solo and having to give up her career to be a full time mum and carer just so her child could attend school. She had a challenging entrance to Motherhood experiencing postnatal depression with little support during this period. This is a beautiful chat that sheds...
Apr 12, 2023•28 min
