Beyond the Bump

How can I parent a big personality without dulling their shine? - with Gen Muir

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1100

We have brought back a Beyond the Bump favourite, Gen Muir (parenting coach, social worker and mum to 4 boys) to help us out with a personal parenting pickle. How do you raise children with BIG personalities without dulling their sparkle? We discuss…

Jayde shares her own worries about how this dynamic plays out in her household
Gen dives into how our own childhood may be triggered by our children
Introverted vs extroverted personalities and how they may exist within a family
How do we set a firm boundary even when their big personality rebels against it?
Using communication strategies to help unpack your child’s feelings or behaviours
Catering to the individual personalities and needs of your family so that we can connect with less resentment
When a behaviour is actually a call for help
Have we confused caring about our kids' feelings with thinking we are responsible for fixing them?
The importance of being kind to yourself as a self-regulation tool

This episode is proudly sponsored by Rommer.

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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Bumpie Group Chat: dare we say… haemorrhoids and could this be the start of our singing careers?!

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1100

The Bumpie Group Chat (Unfiltered) is back and we are living up to the unfiltered part of the name 😅 We jump straight into…

Sophie made the trek through Melbourne Airport solo with the 3 kids and the price she’s paying comes in the form of hemorrhoids
Jayde’s booking in some important health checks
Harry and Jayde had their second couple’s counseling session and came in hot off the back of a communication blunder
A new therapy technique was put into practise and worked!
Soph and Nick realised they’d missed an important assembly at school - relatable!
Jayde is following Sophie’s musical hobby hunt - will she be the next Beyonce? And are we having a BTB Sing Off!?

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“I landed on my baby”... how do you move past mum guilt when a nightmare becomes reality? - with Abi Draycott

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +1100

Abi, mum of 3 and a friend of Sophie’s, is speaking with us about her story. In this very emotional and vulnerable episode, Abi describes her journey into motherhood, the day their world shifted after a fall devastatingly impacted their newborn and the family’s road to recovery. Despite everything, Abi’s sense of humour and optimism had us in awe! We discuss…

Moving from the UK to Australia and how to keep the grandparents involved
How an ADHD diagnosis transpired after becoming a mum
Being a first time parent and how bitter-sweet hindsight can be
How the intrusive thought so many new parents have became a reality and the terrifying moments that unfolded
How guilt felt selfish and Abi’s strength in dealing with the accident
Navigating their daughter’s recovery
When a random pregnancy test turned into their next big chapter (much earlier than expected!)
How life is now looking for Abi’s family

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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How do I know if I’m done? 8 adults, 1 powerful conversation - with the whole BTB team

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

A topic that comes up in the Beyond the Bump community daily is the big question, “how do you know when you’re done?” Yep - are you planning on having more children? And do we all get that feeling of knowing our family is complete? Or is that a myth?

This is a round table style episode where we sat down with the eight members of the Beyond the Bump team on our team weekend away and dived into our own unique perspectives. Spoiler alert, about half of us cry! We discuss…

Those of us who feel ‘done’ and how we know
Does your children’s gender influence your desire for more kids?
Soaking up a pregnancy knowing it is your ‘last’ - is this meaningful or just another milestone that actually makes us feel guilty?
Grappling with the pressures of modern day life when your heart wishes for more children
How our previous challenges impact our decisions
That feeling of finding yourself and your ‘new normal’ after pregnancy
Hannah, our audio editor, doesn’t have a partner or children and shares honestly how family planning is a constant pressure
How fertility issues, relationship breakdowns and mental health play a part
Is it harder to lean on your ‘village’ when you have multiple children?
…and so much more!

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

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How can I get this brain of mine to breathe? Simplifying for the sake of our nervous system with Jodi Wilson

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

The “nervous system” has been mentioned a lot lately and for good reason! Life is busy and our body wasn’t designed to be dealing with this level of stress 24/7. So today, we speak to Jodi Wilson, bestselling author, yoga teacher and postpartum doula, about her latest book, A Brain that Breathes: essential habits for an overwhelming world. We discuss…

What even is the nervous system and how can we slow down?
How the constant mental load, multitasking and being chronically online all contribute to an overwhelmed nervous system
Small daily habits that we can use to help calm ourselves down (the real self-care!)
The ‘switch cost effect’ and how it is really impacting mothers
Children’s innate ability to be present
Our biological need to rest in order for our brain to function productively
How ‘the infinite scroll’ and picking up our phones keeps us in fight/flight
5 strategies to use when you’re overwhelmed

Links mentioned in this episode:

Read Jodi’s book here

Find Jodi on Substack here or on Instagram at @practisingimplicity

This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies. Check out the range, including the new Cuddle Tonies here.

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

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Bumpie Group Chat: Is it couple’s therapy or co host therapy? And thanks to the Bumpies for keeping us sane!

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

The Bumpie Group Chat is back and Sophie reveals her vulnerability hangover. After being literally inundated with messages from Bumpies who could relate to her worries about school, Sophie shares her current reflections on how life might look like for her family. We also dive into…

Is it more acceptable to share you need time away from your kids than to say that you want to be with them as much as possible?
Could hybrid learning be the answer to Sophie’s concerns?
Sophie and Nick have made the decision to unenrol Pearl from pre-school and the relief is tangible
Jayde shares how her and Harry’s first marriage counselling session went down. To Jayde’s surprise, it was NOT what she expected
How do your attachment styles and communication strategies impact your relationship?
There’s nothing like wrapping up the episode by trying a therapy technique on air with each other while sharing a single microphone!

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

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Anyone else struggling with drops offs? Separation anxiety, resilience & more with Orlanda, teacher, psychology dress & mother

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

The school year has well and truly started but that doesn’t mean separation anxiety, tough drop offs and big feelings have come to an end. We spoke to Orlanda (@mybrain.books) all about how we can support our children when it comes to starting formal care, whether that be daycare, pre-school or school itself. We chatted to her all about…

What factors influence separation anxiety or difficult drop offs?
When might it be our own anxiety or when is it our gut telling us something might need to change?
How can a child’s cognitive development or readiness impact these transitions?
Building resilience through support and safety and equipping our kids with language around their emotions
What strategies can help us with drop offs?
Distressed children, school refusal and when separation anxiety might need further support
The importance of communicating, finding supportive educators and doing what’s right for your family

Orlanda is a mother of two boys, an experienced primary school teacher with a psychology degree and the founder of My Brain Books. She is passionate about nurturing children's mental health, resilience and emotional intelligence.

Links mentioned in this episode were:

www.mybrainbooks.com

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

Bumpie Group Chat: is Sophie going back to homeschooling and who else is keen on a foot job?

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

As always Bumpies, when one of us is up, the other is down! We kick off the latest Bumpie Group Chat episode with…

Jayde and Harry have made big changes in the bedroom
Sophie unveils her perfect feet and Jayde confesses she loves a foot job
Pearl has had another tough week at pre-school and Sophie is reflecting on her readiness
The daily grind and back-to-school routines are hitting Sophie’s family hard after a tight-knit year in the caravan - is mainstream school always the right option for everyone?
Jayde shares a Rude or Fabulous - would you clean a random school bag and share the lunchbox contents on a Facebook forum? Type A energy or overkill?

This episode is proudly sponsored by Once Upon. Get 25% off with the code BTB25 at checkout, valid until 6 March 2026. Download the app here and get creating!

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

Come say hey over on
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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

Will becoming a mum ruin my career? Or will it be a superpower? - with Michelle Battersby

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

It’s been a busy 2 or so years for Michelle Battersby (@michellebattersby) who has grown and birthed two boys 17 months apart, all while selling her tech start-up Sunroom and beginning the role of President at global app, Peanut. We dived into her journey to chat more about…

Life before children as a woman carving a path in male-dominated boardrooms
Her career progression and moving to LA to found her own tech start up
Navigating pregnancy in her workplace and reflecting on how motherhood and career would look for Michelle
How she reframed the changes she underwent as a mother as a positive instead of worrying she’d “lost” herself
Having two kids with a close age gap - the pros and the cons!
Michelle explains Peanut - from connecting 6 million mums, tracking pregnancy, parenting advice to scheduling online mother’s group meet ups, it’s an amazing tool for mums

This episode is proudly sponsored by Once Upon. Get 25% off with the code BTB25 at checkout, valid until 6 March 2026. Download the app here and get creating!

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

Come say hey over on
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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

Bumpie Group Chat: the school year is already catching up on us and so is our age

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

The Bumpie Group Chat is back and it’s a bit of a different vibe to earlier in the week. Reality is sinking in and we need to talk about it…

Pearl had a tough time starting pre-school and not only is it heart-breaking, it’s making Sophie wonder how she is actually going to get work done
Jayde is finally feeling her age and we dive into aging mentally and physically. Greys, fine lines and chin hairs - are we embracing them? Are we chasing beauty standards because we actually want to or is it social pressure!?
Sophie asks Jayde to share candidly how she frames her Botox appointments with her daughters
Kids can be brutal to each other - how do we help them navigate social challenges and peer pressure?

This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto. Check out their new Trend Collection and use our code BUMP20

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

Come say hey over on
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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

New year, new us? Couple’s therapy, starting school and a new BTB era incoming 👀

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +1100

We are back, Bumpies! New year, new us? After sharing way too many digestive details, looks like we’re still the same. After a 6 week break, we had A LOT to catch up on…

How is Sophie adjusting to life back home after her lap of Australia?
Jayde shares how scary navigating sick kids, a snow storm and an international health system was
Goldie and Mia start new school journeys and it’s a rollercoaster of emotions
Sophie’s addicted to her phone (but actually, who isn’t!?)
Jayde discusses her phone usage rules for her tweens
One of the girls is starting couple’s therapy and taking us along for the ride
How do you actually socialise without drinking?
Anddddd we’ve got some exciting things in store for BTB and we need YOUR help!

Links mentioned in this episode were:

Getbrick
Life360

This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto. Check out their new Trend Collection and use our code BUMP20

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)

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Maybe you’re a dad or want some advice for a man in your life. Check out @beyondtheballs.podcast

If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.

We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

REPLAY: Soph’s PREGNANT, so how’s the first trimester REALLY been? Week by week pregnancy diaries with Sophie and Jayde

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1100

This week we are replaying Sophie's pregnancy diaries through her first trimester with baby number 3!

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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REPLAY: Anyone else feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Being compassionate with ourselves - with Belinda Haan

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1100

This week we are replaying this episode which contains honest, personal discussions about difficult emotions such as rage and anger. Motherhood provides plenty of experiences of joy, love and gratitude but it also contains frustration, exhaustion, anger and overwhelm among many other emotional states.

When we know that difficult emotions are an inherent part of motherhood, and being human, it can help us feel less alone or prevent us from experiencing shame. Emotions are an automatic response to internal or external stimuli. We don’t get to choose what arises but we can learn to work with what comes up and how to meet our needs to feel okay.

There were a few ideas shared on how to work with difficult emotions on this episode and there are plenty more in The Emotional Support for Mothers toolkit. However, we all know that the reality is that it can be hard to experience and make sense of these emotions on our own.

If you are experiencing persistent painful feelings you need and deserve love, care and support. Please contact your doctor to discuss how to get the compassionate support you deserve.

Here are some free resources that may support you:

Postnatal Rage: Centre for Perinatal Excellence (COPE)
Gidget Foundation
PANDA
Beyond Blue
Working with our triggers: free guided reflection coming soon - sign up here.

The Emotional Support for Mothers toolkit

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REPLAY: What happens when none of it goes how you expected? IVF, terminally ill mum, returning to Shameless and more - with Michelle Andrews

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re replaying our chat with Michelle Andrews. From navigating the emotional highs and lows of IVF, to facing the heartbreak of a terminally ill mum, Michelle shares with raw honesty and warmth. Please note that since this episode was recorded Michelle's beautiful mum has since passed and we send so much love and condolences to her family.

Throughout the chat we also dive into her return to the hit podcast Shameless, exploring what it means to juggle personal challenges with a public career. It’s a conversation about resilience, grief, and finding light when the path twists unexpectedly.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Il Tutto!

REPLAY: What we wish we knew as a first time mum with Jayde and Sophie

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re replaying getting real about all the things we wish we knew as first-time mums! Sophie and Jayde chat about the surprises, the struggles, and the game-changing lessons they’ve learned along the way. And as always we hope you love the episode as much as we did!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Guess who’s back together?!

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week Soph pulls off the ultimate surprise - joining Jayde in person for the first time in 12 months to record the last episode of the year!

Back in the same room, we reflect on what it’s been like recording long-distance, what it's like for Soph being back in her hometown and just how different the energy feels when they’re face to face again.

We also dive into the next stages of parenthood, with Jayde reflecting on the reality of heading into parenting a high schooler and how quickly this chapter has arrived. Together, they talk about evolving identities as mums, and why the 'just you wait' conversation surrounding parenting teenage girls isn't always accurate...

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Little Urchin.

Head to www.littleurchin.com.au and use our code BTB20 for 20% off site wide!

How did this year change us? A reflection on growth, motherhood, podcasting & the year that was - with Jayde and Sophie

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1100

As the year wraps up, we sit down for a special end-of-year recap episode of Beyond the Bump, joined by a very familiar voice behind the scenes - Clare, the EA who helps keep BTB running smoothly.

In this episode, we reflect on the highs, the challenges and the moments of parenthood that defined the year.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce.

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💙 BYTB: Girl Dad vs Boy Dad: Is there a difference? With Nick Pearce, dad of 3 girls & Chi Lo, dad of 2 boys

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This is a 1:1 chat with Nick Pearce! Nick is Sophie’s husband, father of 3 wonderful girls, outdoorsman & all-round frother. Chi & Nick unpack what their experiences raising their children has been like, their core values, what the future holds and much much more. Is there a difference to raising boys vs girls from a dad’s perspective? Tune in to find out!

Resource links:

https://www.instagram.com/recipearce/

Nick Couldwell's Episode

Beyond the Balls is a fatherhood podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo, a Beyond The Bump production. This podcast is targeted at dads, dads to be, their partners and anyone interested in the journey of fatherhood.

We believe that every dad wants to be the best they can be so our purpose is to entertain, educate and empower our audience. We promise to have open and honest discussions in the hope to leave you feeling more supported after every listen. Join us in celebrating the ups and downs of fatherhood today!

Yeah the dads!

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies!

How can we have a fun but safe summer with little ones? - with paediatric nurse, Penny from Sick Happens

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week we're joined by Penny from Sick Happens for a super practical chat all about keeping our families safe during the Aussie summer. From long days at the beach to mozzie-filled evenings and everything in between, Penny breaks down what parents really need to know, without the fear-mongering.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Peters Lil' Pops.

Great things now come in small packages! These little pops are mighty fun, and with nine in a box, there will be plenty to go around.

Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Jayde made the mistake of reading tattle and Sophie doesn’t know who she is anymore

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Jayde opens up about falling down the rabbit hole of Tattle Life...yes, she went there... And shares why she searched, and why at the end of the day it doesn't reallllly matter what people say online.

Meanwhile, Sophie reflects on how a year of caravan life has shifted her priorities in unexpected ways. From what now matters to her day-to-day, to the things she no longer loves (or maybe never did?).

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce.

Head to www.bounceinc.com.au purchase your tickets and gift cards!

WTF it’s almost Xmas!? 4 mum’s festive tips, tricks & funny bits to help reduce the mental load - with Jayde, Sophie, Clare & Joy

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:18:00 +1100

It’s beginning to look a lot like… absolute mayhem! This week Sophie and Jayde are joined by Clare and Joy from the Bumpie team to chat all things Christmas - from smarter shopping and avoiding the overwhelm, to setting healthy boundaries with family during the festive rush. They also tackle the highs and lows of Elf on the Shelf, sharing easy ideas that won’t leave you scrambling at 10pm.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Il Tutto.

We have a discount for our Bumpies use BUMP20 for 20% off all full priced items including the Trend Collection at iltutto.com.au (Not used with other promos, valid until 21 December 2025, and it excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards.)

Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - To post or not to post your kids online? Do butterflies really only live 24hrs and tips on how NOT to record a podcast.

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Recording this episode was truly a comedy of errors in tech land - think mics dropping out, Wi-Fi giving up on life, and Jayde forgetting how headphones work. But! Amongst the chaos, we dive into a super honest chat about something many parents grapple with: sharing their kids online.

Sophie opens up about why she’s stepped back from posting images of her little ones, from privacy worries to the weirdness of strangers recognising them. Jayde shares the flip side: why she still feels comfortable posting her kids and how she navigates it in a way that feels safe and right for her family. No judgement, no rules - just two friends unpacking a very modern parenting dilemma.

And because it wouldn’t be a without a little chaos… we also get into the intrusive repeative thoughts. From everyday “what ifs” to Jayde’s completely unhinged scenario involving a butterfly and inhaling an entire cake... yep, you read that right!

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Sound Slam!

So much more than a card game! Based on the Science of Reading research, Sound Slam develops phonological awareness setting the foundation for learning to read. Before phonics comes Sound Slam! Check it out at soundslam.com.au

Is this normal mum worry or post natal anxiety? Where can I turn for help? - with PANDA CEO & clinical psychologist, Julie Borninkhof

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In honour of Perinatal Mental Health Week, this episode we’re joined by the incredible Julie Borninkhof, CEO of PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia).

Julie helps us unpack the real experiences so many parents go through, often silently. We chat about why perinatal mental health is everyone’s business, what signs we should be looking out for in ourselves and in the people we love, and why reaching out for support is a strength, not a weakness.

If you are an expecting parent, new parent, or support person looking for safe, caring, and confidential space to talk, the PANDA National Helpline is available on:

1300 726 306
Monday to Friday, 9am - 7.30pm
Saturday, 9am – 4pm (AEST/AEDT)

If you are having suicidal thoughts or are feeling disoriented it’s important to get help immediately. PANDA is not a crisis service, if you need immediate support call Lifeline 13 11 14 (24/7).

CALL 000 for police and ambulance if you or someone else are in immediate danger

- You can find the PANDA website here: www.panda.org.au
- Book mentioned: 'Living With It: a Survivor's Guide to Overcoming Panic and Anxiety' By Bev Aisbett
Understanding Intrusive Thoughts: https://www.panda.org.au/articles/intrusive-thoughts

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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💙 BYTB: Resilience: How do we nurture it in our children? with Dr. Billy Garvey from Pop Culture Parenting

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This is a chat with Dr Billy Garvey! Billy is a dad, podcaster, author and a developmental paediatrician with over 20 years’ experience working with children and families in a number of settings. He is passionate about helping those who care for kids and we were lucky enough to sit down with him to talk all things resilience - in both children and parents.

Resource links:

https://www.guidinggrowingminds.com/

https://www.popcultureparenting.com/

Yeah the dads!

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What does a Hollywood career look like when family comes first!? Actor & mother of 6 Teresa Palmer

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week we're chatting with the beautiful Teresa Palmer - actor, author, mum of six, and all round legend. Teresa opens up about what life really looks like behind the scenes: from navigating blended family dynamics as a step-mum, to juggling a busy career with an even busier household.

We chat about how she first met her husband (spoiler: maybe twitter app if you want to find love!), what guided her transition into veganism, having a water birth in an airbnb and the unexpected reactions from Hollywood peers of her desire to have a big family.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Embarrassing IN LAW stories, a year long secret exposed, mum guilt (again), trialing progesterone & more!

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This Bump Group Chat we’re diving into a bit of everything, from hilarious in-law encounters, trialing progesterone, to one of us finally revealing a year long secret...

Plus, we also chat about the never-ending beast that is mum guilt, and why sometimes the more time you spend with your kids the more guilty you feel.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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The trip around Australia is coming to an end, how are we feeling? - with Sophie & Nick

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode, Sophie is joined by her husband Nick as they reflect on their massive adventure travelling around Australia with the 3 kids, and what life will feel like when it all comes to an end. What they have learned from caravan life, the freedom, the chaos, the sunsets… and how they will be bringing that off road magic back home with them when they return to routine.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Hormones, periods & anxiety = we are not ok this week. Type B tips for Type As & “is it fine for my FIL to kiss my baby while I’m breastfeeding?”

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week we are deep in the trenches of hormones, anxiety and the general emotional rollercoaster that comes with being a woman. We chat about the emotional whiplash of hormones, how anxiety can hitch a ride on the cycle, and how it seems to be the time of year for generally not feeling the best.

Plus, we dive into a very specific but surprisingly hilarious/horrifying situation: kissing a baby on the head while they’re breastfeeding. Is it okay? Is it an absolutely not okay? And does it really just depend on who the smooch is coming from...

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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What does FIFO work look like for your family? - with Ellie Hinkley

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re chatting all things FIFO life with mum of two, Ellie Hinkley. If your partner works away, or you’ve ever wondered how families make FIFO (fly-in fly-out) work — this episode is for you!

Ellie opens up about the realities behind the roster: the solo parenting stretches, the emotional ups and downs of goodbyes and homecomings, and the small things that help her family stay connected when her partner’s away. She also shares the unexpected positives, the independence, the community building and the appreciation that comes with time apart.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - How can I be a little more type A?! Please don't snatch or talk back! Mum hacks & more!

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Bumpie Group Chat is back! From wishing they had just a touch more Type A energy, to tackling those moments when your little one snatches or talks back, we have a lot to catch up on... Plus get your notes app open cause we have a whole lot of Mum hacks coming your way!

To finish we've got another parenting dilemma about kids birthday parties to unpack. And surprise surprise, we have opposite thoughts on the situation!

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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How has being adopted impacted your experience of motherhood? - with Sarah Davidson

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode, we chat with the beautiful Sarah Davidson, who many of you might know as Spoonful of Sarah.

Sarah opens up about everything from her experiences of being adopted from South Korea yet growing up in a very typical Caucasian Aussie household, to having a miscarriage, and how both of those experiences have shaped the way she approaches life, work, family and now motherhood. Plus she explores why there is so much more to family than biology, and how statistics of loss actually helped her through grief.

You can find more about Sarah HERE.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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💙 BYTB: What does dad’s perinatal depression & anxiety actually look & feel like? With Craig Anderson, Gidget Angel

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This is a chat with the legend Craig Anderson. Craig is a passionate mental health advocate, Gidget Angel and father of three.

Craig spent the early months of fatherhood caring for his wife Rebecca, who experienced significant post-natal depression. Little did he know in the coming months it would be him that would require assistance dealing with a post-natal anxiety disorder.

Craig walks us through the ups and downs of his experience as well as breaking down in simplicity what it felt like for him. His experience is one many dad’s will go through and we thank him for his time and vulnerability.

Resource links:

https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/
Lifeline: 13 11 14 or https://www.lifeline.org.au/

BYTB’s Twin Dad Episode

Gidget Foundation Australia support for dads - Support For Dads

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What does birth trauma look like? - with Helen, midwife specialising in perinatal trauma

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In this episode we’re joined by Helen, a midwife and perinatal trauma specialist, for an incredibly open and powerful chat about what birth trauma really looks like, and why it’s not always what you’d expect.

Helen opens up about developing PTSD following her own trauma, and how that shapes her work supporting others. Plus she shares her thoughts on birth plans and the importance of consistency in care in the lead up to birth.

Whether you've experienced a challenging birth, are preparing for one, or simply want to understand and support others better, this episode is for you.

You can find more about Helen HERE.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - more grocery porn chat and what's your thoughts on this baby name dilemma?

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

From a failed click and collect that left us snackless, to a broken fridge that had us questioning every life choice, this week had it's fair share of domestic disasters!

Plus we went down the rabbit hole of grocery chat again, because comparing trolleys and hunting deals is basically our new sport.

And we couldn't finish the episode without a good baby name dilemma that has us seriously divided. How close is too close, when you name your baby something similar to a friend?

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Keen to get ahead? Charles Darwin University's Summer Semester is your chance to boost your studies and fast-track your future, without carrying a full-time study load.

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Why am I constantly burnt out? with Dr Mel Taitimu, psychologist

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week we’re chatting all things burnout. That feeling when your brain’s running on 1% battery, your to-do list is still screaming at you and everything is overwhelming.

We’re joined by the wonderful Dr Mel Taitimu, a psychologist who’s here to help us unpack what burnout really is (spoiler: it’s not just being tired), and why it’s so common for women and parents. Plus, most importantly she shares the tools get back to feeling like yourself.

If you’ve been feeling like you’re running on fumes, this episode is your permission slip to slow down, breathe, and remember that you can’t pour from an empty cup.

You can check out Mel's instagram HERE

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered): in car conversations that benefit the whole family! - with Gen Muir, parent educator

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week's Bump Group Chat we are joined by parent educator Gen Muir to talk all things in car conversations! We cover the power of short, low-pressure chats, simple prompts that invite sharing (without pressure), what to do with one-word answers, how to handle after-school meltdowns, and ways to use those small drive-time moments to build connection.

In our busy lives, with places to always be we may as well make the most of our many hours spent in the car right?

It’s practical reassuring and yes, there are some hilarious moments too. For more from Gen, head to her website - https://www.connectedparenting.com.au/

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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How can I reduce the mental load around grocery shopping? - with Nabula from Supermarket Swap

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by Nabula El Mourid, the creator of Supermarket Swap helping families take the stress out of the weekly shop.

Together we chat about the mental load of feeding a family, making food choices that actually work for your household, and why healthier doesn’t have to mean more expensive. Nabula shares practical tips for simplifying meal planning, shopping smarter (without overthinking), and finding that balance between convenience and care.

This episode is full of honest, realistic advice for everyday families. So if you're looking for more affordable options, or items that are a little bit better for you, Nabs has got you sorted! You can check out her incredible page Supermarket Swap HERE.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered): The impermanence of childhood, but the unspoken beauty of parenting older kids

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Bumpie Group Chat (Unfiltered), we share the little moments that feel big when you watch your kids getting older, but the joys that come from each stage of parenting. Plus, how do you juggle everyones extracurricular activities, and know how many to have?

Always we hope you enjoy!

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What does being 'not maternal' look like as a mum? From 2-3 kids, work and everything in between - with Loz from Ready or Not

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week we have Loz Treweek on the show. She's a mum of 3, and the co-host of Ready or Not, a motherhood and career podcast for mums who make work, work! We explore what it's like to be a 'not maternal' mum, the jump from 2 to 3 kids and getting back to work after becoming from a parent.

If you want to hear mum hacks, Loz has got plenty of them, sharing her tips for navigating re-entering the workforce, finding flexibility and asking for what you want. You can check out Loz HERE and Ready or Not HERE.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – Dealing with death, d*cks and dumb tattoos

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Bumpie Group Chat (Unfiltered), we get real about grief and how that journey can begin before you have even lost someone. Plus, the tattoo chat continues with us sharing some of the most wild ones you shared with us after last weeks ep! Raw, relatable and refreshingly honest - just how we like it.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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Parenting a child with a disability, what has Bonnie taught you so far? - with Kate Mason

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond The Bump we are joined by mum of two (with another on the way) Kate, who along with her husband are sharing their life on the road around Australia. When their first daughter Bonnie was born with a rare genetic condition, they were thrown into the deep end of learning how to parent a child with disabilities.

From the intensive therapies and the importance of finding your community, to the joy of travel and the decision to grow their family, Kate shares her incredible journey in motherhood and what we can all learn from people living with disabilities. You can check out Kate's amazing insta HERE.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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What's the etiquette with fake snakes in camp grounds? Sleep training your adult self. Caught "in the act" confessions and if not me, why?

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Beyond the Bump Unfiltered, we’re diving into the weird, the wild, and the wonderfully awkward. From fake snake campground etiquette to the art of sleep training your adult self, nothing is off-limits. We share hilarious “caught in the act” confessions and unpack the big question: if not me, why? Expect laughs, honesty, and plenty of unfiltered banter.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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But HOW do I make friends as a mum? - with Kimberly Kay, founder of Mum Walk

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Making friends as a mum can feel harder than it should be – between sleepless nights, endless nappies, and juggling life, it’s tricky to find your people. In this episode, we chat with Kimberly Kay, founder of Mum Walk about the ups, downs, and awkward in-betweens of building connections in motherhood. From breaking the ice to letting go of mum guilt when you need support, we share honest stories and helpful tips to remind you that you’re not alone. Whether you’re craving deeper friendships, or just wondering how to start, this episode will give you the encouragement to put yourself out there and find your village.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – You can shove whimsy up your a$$. FAFO parenting method - we are onboard. The winning lotto theory & benefits of a worry diary!

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Bumpie Group Chat (Unfiltered), we dive into why you can shove whimsy up your a$$, and why the FAFO parenting method has our full support. We unpack the winning lotto theory and how it shapes the way we tackle life’s chaos, plus explore the surprising benefits of keeping a worry diary. Raw, relatable and refreshingly honest—just how we like it.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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How can I decrease the anxiety around allergies/allergens? With Paediatrician Dr Rob and GP Dr Mariam

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Allergies and allergens can be a huge source of worry for parents — but it doesn’t have to be that way. In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by Paediatrician Dr Rob and GP Dr Mariam to explore how we can ease the anxiety that often comes with the topic. They share practical tips, answer common questions, and offer reassurance for navigating this tricky space. Whether you’re a new parent or simply curious, this chat is all about making allergies feel a little less overwhelming and a lot more manageable.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – Jealous of your partner and child’s bond? Why we all need more whimsy in our life, the reality of school camp & YES, it’s more than fine to sleep in different beds!

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Bumpie Group Chat (Unfiltered), we dive into the tricky feels of being jealous of your partner and child’s bond, why adding a little whimsy can make the chaos lighter, and the unglamorous truth of school camp life. Plus, we unpack the stigma around couples sleeping in separate beds (spoiler: it’s more than okay!). Raw, relatable and refreshingly honest—just how we like it.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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Quadruplets?! Where do we even begin? - with Taylah Tudehope-Glachan

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the incredible Taylah Tudehope-Glachan, mum to quadruplets! Taylah takes us through the jaw-dropping moment she found out she was expecting four babies, her birth story, and what life really looks like with four newborns at once.

From endless feeds and sleepless nights to the village it takes to raise multiples, Taylah shares both the chaos and the joy. She opens up about the emotional rollercoaster, the surprising silver linings, and the love that makes it all worth it. It’s a wild, honest, and heartwarming peek into parenting times four.

And as always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – When bribery backfires, how many times did we say Lafufu? High school orientations, debating family values around phones & would you snoop a celeb’s texts?

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on the Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered), we’re chatting about bribery gone wrong, counting just how many times “Lafufu” popped up, and the ins and outs of high school orientations. We also dive into family values around phone use and ask the big question—would you snoop a celeb’s texts? Tune in for laughs, honesty, and all the Bumpie banter.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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What if the hardest choice ends up being the right one? Relationship breakdown, single parenting & finding love again- with mum of 4, Georgia Fox

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Georgia Fox, a mum of four, about navigating life when things don’t go to plan. Georgia opens up about the challenges of a relationship breakdown, the realities of single parenting, and what it’s like to rebuild life on your own terms.

We explore the strength it takes to make tough decisions, how to keep going when things feel overwhelming, and the possibility of finding love again. If you’ve ever faced big changes or wondered how to come out stronger on the other side, this one’s for you.

And as always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – Jet lag, Texas rodeos, space dreams & WOW, three really is a crowd!

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week, the Bumpie Group Chat goes fully unfiltered. We’re talking jet lag that just won’t quit, Texas rodeos (yes, really!), and those big space dreams that make you wonder. Plus, navigating the reality that sometimes three really is a crowd.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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What are 10 things you wish everyone knew about postpartum (& pregnancy)? - with Sophie Walker from Australian Birth Stories

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by Sophie Walker from Australian Birth Stories to explore the things people often don’t tell you about pregnancy and postpartum. Drawing on her own journey and the countless stories she’s heard, Sophie shares valuable insights, gentle reminders, and honest reflections on this transformative stage of life.

Whether you’re expecting, navigating life after birth, or supporting someone who is, this episode will leave you with reassurance and perspective.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Australian Birth Stories

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – What’s this impending doom? Homesick kids and those “oooohhh now i get it” parenting moments

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week, the Bumpie Group Chat goes fully unfiltered. We’re talking that creeping sense of “impending doom” only parents seem to understand, homesick kiddos (and the heartstrings they pull), and those lightbulb “Oooohhh, now I get it” parenting moments that hit out of nowhere.

Always we hope you enjoy!

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What happens when none of it goes how you expected? IVF, terminally ill mum, returning to Shameless and more - with Michelle Andrews

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Beyond the Bump, we sit down with Michelle Andrews to unpack a journey that’s been anything but predictable. From navigating the emotional highs and lows of IVF, to facing the heartbreak of a terminally ill mum, Michelle shares with raw honesty and warmth.

We also dive into her return to the hit podcast Shameless, exploring what it means to juggle personal challenges with a public career. It’s a conversation about resilience, grief, and finding light when the path twists unexpectedly.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – relationship confessions, missing your own mum & how our Bumpies met (LOL)

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week’s Bumpie Ground Chat is live and it’s a goodie (do we say that every week?). We chat relationship confessions, that ache of missing your own mum in motherhood, and how some of you Bumpies met your partners. Let’s just say we were not expecting some of these!

It’s warm, funny, a little emotional, and as always, completely unfiltered, and as always we hope you enjoy!

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How do I deal with the overwhelm of motherhood? - with Sarah Ashton, mental health OT for mothers

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Sarah Ashton, a mental health occupational therapist who supports mothers navigating the chaos and overwhelm of motherhood.

Sarah shares practical strategies for managing mental load, building resilience, and finding calm in the everyday. Whether you're a new mum or deep in the trenches, this episode offers reassurance and real-life tools to help you feel more in control and less alone.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Why did no one warn me about this? The ways parenting has changed us for better & worse with Chi, Sophie & Jayde - Part 2

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 16:00:00 +1000

We're back with Part 2 of our honest conversation on how parenting has shaped us. Jayde, Sophie, and Chi sit down for an open and honest chat about how parenting has changed them — in ways they expected, and plenty they didn’t.

They explore the shifts, the surprises, the highs and lows, and everything in between. It’s raw, it’s real, and might just make you feel a little less alone in whatever season you’re in.

**bonus butthole chat may or may not be included

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Listen to Beyond the Balls

Follow Beyond the Balls IG: @beyondtheballs.podcast

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Why did no one warn me about this? The ways parenting has changed us for better & worse with Chi, Sophie & Jayde - Part 1

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this week’s episode, Jayde, Sophie, and Chi sit down for an open and honest chat about how parenting has changed them — in ways they expected, and plenty they didn’t.

They explore the shifts, the surprises, the highs and lows, and everything in between. It’s raw, it’s real, and might just make you feel a little less alone in whatever season you’re in.

There was so much to say on this topic, we decided to make it a two-parter — stay tuned for Part 2 next week!

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Listen to Beyond the Balls

Follow Beyond the Balls IG: @beyondtheballs.podcast

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) - Dear family, what about me!?

Fri, 25 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Jayde airs out some dirty laundry post Bali with her family & what does it take for Sophie to get a standing ovation from hers!? - tune on in as the girls unpack it all.

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What’s motherhood like when your neighbour is a paddock & the shops are an hour away? - rural living realities with Stephanie from Motherland

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week, we explore the highs and lows of rural motherhood with Stephanie Trethewey, founder of Motherland. What’s it really like raising kids when your neighbour is a paddock and the shops are an hour away?

Motherland is a national charity that connects rural mums across Australia, reducing isolation and improving mental health outcomes for women on the land. Launched in 2019, it has since grown quickly into a national organisation and multiple support services including the Motherland Podcast, Motherland Village Program, Scholarship Fund, Motherland Connect health platform, and Motherland Events.

Whether you're raising kids in the bush or the 'burbs, this episode is a reminder of the strength found in motherhood—no matter the postcode.

As always, we hope you enjoy!

Resource links:

motherlandaustralia.com.au

Follow @motherlandaustralia on IG

Follow @motherlandaustralia on FB

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – Wait… who am I outside of being a mum?

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on the poddy, our beautiful VA Clare joins us for a chat about identity, and all the different versions of ourselves—before kids, during mum life, and who we’re still becoming. Jayde asks Clare and Sophie some questions about who they are both inside and outside of being a mum, and it sparked such a real and honest convo.

It’s raw and relatable, and as always we hope you enjoy! 💛

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How can I keep my kids safe without them missing out? - with Victoria Barendsen, psychologist (in sexual abuse prevention)

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Just a heads-up: we do talk about child sexual abuse in this chat, so please skip this one if it feels like too much right now.

In this episode, we chat with the lovely Victoria Barendsen, a psychologist who specialises in sexual abuse prevention, about how we can keep our kids safe without them missing out on all the fun stuff—like sleepovers and playdates. Vic shares simple, age-appropriate ways to talk to our kids about body safety, boundaries, and consent. She also gives us some great tips on what to look out for in different settings, and how to empower our children with knowledge—without scaring them. It’s a really important convo we think all parents and carers should hear.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Follow Victoria on IG: @thesafekidsproject

Link to Free Playdates and Sleepovers Checklist (referred to in the podcast)

Link to website: thesafekidsproject.com

Links for support AUS:

1800RESPECT

Phone: 1800 737 732 (24/7)

Website: www.1800respect.org.au

Services: 24/7 confidential counselling, information, and referrals for people impacted by sexual assault, domestic or family violence.

Bravehearts

Phone: 1800 272 831

Website: www.bravehearts.org.au

Services: Support and advocacy for child sexual abuse prevention and survivor support.

Kids Helpline

Phone: 1800 55 1800 (24/7)

Website: www.kidshelpline.com.au

Services: Free, private and confidential phone and online counselling for young people aged 5 to 25.

Links for support NZ:

Safe to Talk – Sexual Harm Helpline

Phone: 0800 044 334 (24/7) or Text: 4334

Online chat: www.safetotalk.nz

Email: support@safetotalk.nz

Services: Free, confidential support for anyone affected by sexual harm — survivors, friends, whānau, and professionals. Available 24/7.

HELP Auckland

Website: www.helpauckland.org.nz

Phone (24/7): 0800 623 1700

Services: Crisis support and long-term therapy for survivors of sexual abuse and assault in the Auckland region.

ACC Sensitive Claims

Website: www.acc.co.nz/im-injured/what-we-cover/sensitive-claims/

Services: Covers therapy and support for people who have experienced sexual abuse or assault in New Zealand — past or recent.

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – we ask Kristi McVee, child abuse expert & educator, your questions from this week

Fri, 04 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This was a last-minute recording for Friday’s Bumpie Group Chat with @kristimcvee, but one we knew we needed to have 💛

Kristi is a child abuse educator and former detective, and after the awful news this week, we wanted to bring you a conversation that could help answer some of your questions and offer support instead of fear. We cover how on earth this happened, signs to look out for, questions to ask your child care centers, why it is not your fault and changes that should be made going forward. It’s heavy, but it’s important, and Kristi shares it all with calm, clarity and care.

If you are concerned that your family may be directly impacted by this new, a dedicated phone line has been created for families in order to access advice, support and services - 1800 791 241 (staffed 8AM - 9PM Mon-Fri and 9AM - 5PM Sat - Sun)

More general information about this awful news can be found at vic.gov.au/childcare-centre-investigation

Resource links:

Follow Kristi on IG: @kristimcvee

1800 Respect National Helpline: 1800 737 732

Lifeline (24-hour crisis line): 131 114

Full Stop Australia: 1800 385 578

Bravehearts: counselling and support abuse: 1800 272 831

Child Wise: counselling provider: 1800 991 099

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Um, where is my “village”? Tips on finding modern day support - with Leila, Village For Mama

Tue, 01 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode, we chat with Leila, from Village For Mama, about the age-old saying, “it takes a village to raise a child” — but where is the village today? We dive into how we can rebuild this essential support system, not because it’s trending, but because it’s truly needed. We explore ways to create connection, find support, and foster a strong parenting community in our fast-paced world. Plus, we share what you, our lovely Bumpies, are doing to bring that village vibe back.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Village for Mama Book

Village for Postpartum Australian Postpartum Directory

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Bumpie Group Chat (unfiltered) – on a Friday?! We are here to stay!

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to the very first ep of The Bumpie Group Chat Unfiltered – your new Friday fave where nothing’s off-limits. This week, Jayde opens up about her post-surgery period, Sophie gives us an IUD update, and there’s a surprise hypnotherapy giveaway thrown in (because Jayde’s feeling generous).

Plus, Jayde shares her two cents on Sophie’s big plan to sail around Australia on a boat… and so much more.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Are we there yet!? What parenting & caravan life has really been like with kids on the road! - with Nick & Sophie

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, it’s just Sophie and Nick on the mic as they dive into all your burning questions about their family road trip around Australia. From the toughest challenges of life on the move to the biggest lessons learned, they share the highs, lows, and everything in between. Whether you're dreaming of hitting the road with kids or just curious about their journey, this episode gives an honest, behind-the-scenes look at van life with a family of five.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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Bumpies on Board with Brooke - Postnatal Insomnia, Depression & Anxiety Leading to a Mental Health Admission

Tue, 17 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week, we chat with the beautiful Brooke — a first-time mum who shares her raw and real experience with postnatal depression and anxiety. Brooke’s story is one we haven’t heard before, and it’s a powerful reminder that every path through motherhood is different.

We’re so thankful to Brooke for trusting us with her story, and we hope you take something from this episode — whether it’s comfort, understanding, or simply knowing you're not alone.

Trigger warning: This episode touches on PND and PNA, so please listen in a way that feels right for you.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

belmontprivate.com.au

gidgetfoundation.org.au

panda.org.au

feelgoodpsych.com.au

petalsperinatalpsychology.com

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Why am I feeling the pressure to bounce back? Turning down the noise on pregnancy and post partum body image - with Dr. Pree, prenatal psychologist

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Why do we feel so much pressure to “bounce back” after having a baby? This week on Beyond the Bump, we chat with the lovely Dr. Pree, a prenatal psychologist, all about the unrealistic expectations around pregnancy and postpartum body image. We talk about where this pressure comes from, why it’s so damn hard to ignore, and how we can start tuning it out. Dr. Pree shares real, practical tips to help you feel more at home in your body—no matter what stage you’re in. If you’ve ever looked in the mirror and felt the weight of “getting your body back,” this one’s for you. It’s honest, supportive, and just the reminder we all need.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Free body self compassion meditation on my website: shespeakspsychology.com.au/free-body-self-compassion-meditation

PANDA article about body image in the perinatal period: panda.org.au/articles/body-image

General info about body image and disordered eating: cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/Disordered-Eating

CBT thought diary - for reframing unhelpful thoughts: cci.health.wa.gov.au/~/media/CCI/Consumer-Modules/Back-from-The-Bluez/Back-from-the-Bluez---04---The-ABC-Analysis.pdf

PANDA - 1300 726 306 Mon-Sat
Butterfly Foundation Helpline - 1800 334 673

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💙 BYTB: Beers with the lads, what is it actually costing you? Talking sobriety & being a sober curious dad with Hamish Adams-Cairns

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP21 of Beyond The Balls!

This is a chat with the legendary Hamish Adams-Cairns from the Sober Awkward podcast on all things drinking & dad pub culture.

Hamish has been sober for 3 years and having run a podcast on his adventures in sobriety, knows a thing or two about the experience of giving up alcohol. He also presents a wonderfully balanced and non-judgemental view on whether you drink or not.

This is an amazing, thoughtful and vulnerable chat about dads & their relationship with alcohol as well as what it means to be sober curious. We delve into the dark side of when men refuse to give up their life before kids and take responsibility, addiction and what alcohol is really costing you. Chi opens up on some of his struggles with alcohol and we share plenty of laughs along the way. Whether you’re a sober curious dad or a mother who thinks their partner might have a tough relationship with alcohol, we hope you enjoy and take something from this episode.

We thank Hamish for his time!

Resource links:

Hamish’s Instagram: @hamishadamscairns

Sober Awkward Instagram: @soberawkward

Sober Awkward Website: https://www.soberawkward.com

30 day Sober Guide: https://www.soberawkward.com/theguide

Vic's books: https://www.soberawkward.com/store

Vic’s episode on Beyond The Bump

Yeah the dads!

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Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo

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What topic didn't we spiral into? Health anxiety, finding your style again postpartum, transition to 2 kids & a hell of a lot more – with Liv Brown, stylist

Tue, 03 Jun 2025 06:30:00 +1000

This week on the pod, we’re joined by the lovely Liv Brown from @rattle_style – and what a chat it was! We originally invited Liv on to talk about finding your style again postpartum, but in true Beyond the Bump fashion, we spiraled into so much more (in the best way).

We ended up diving deep into topics like postnatal depression (PND), postnatal anxiety (PNA), health anxiety, navigating a bub who’s unwell, coping when your own mum is unwell, and the big transition to two kids.

It’s raw, real, and full of heart. You don’t want to miss this one!

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Follow Liv on IG: @rattle_style

Online Colour Analysis: @colourlabstylist

Renee Reader | Home Organisation Expert: @gracefulguidance_

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Are my kids ungrateful or can we call this developmental? — with Gen Muir

Tue, 27 May 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This one was a ripper! In this episode, we chat with Gen Muir — and yes, we know we say every episode is a ripper, but this one really hit home.

Sophie felt like her kids were on the trip of a lifetime, but they didn’t really seem all that grateful for it. Gen’s insights on kids and gratitude have really helped us approach the situation with more compassion, kindness, and patience.

Most importantly, it helped us realise it’s not just a "them" issue — and that took away a lot of the shame around this topic.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Follow Gen on IG: @connectedparentingau

connectedparenting.com.au

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WTF is my cycle doing? A dummies guide to cyclical living - with Madeleine Murray

Tue, 20 May 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by the brilliant Madeleine Murray to answer the question so many of us have: “WTF is my cycle doing?” Madeleine breaks down the menstrual cycle using the concept of the four ‘seasons’—winter, spring, summer, and autumn—to help us better understand the natural shifts in our energy, mood, and needs throughout the month. From period pain to productivity slumps, this dummies guide to cyclical living will leave you feeling more in tune with your body and how to work with it, not against it.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

thecycles.com.au

1:1 Coaching with Madeleine HERE

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BUMPIES ON BOARD: with Joy – Miscarriage, transition from 1–2 kids, the highs and lows of motherhood and everything in between

Tue, 13 May 2025 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode, we chat with Joy—our wonderful Beyond the Bump newsletter editor—about her experiences with miscarriage, the transition from one to two kids, and the everyday highs and lows of motherhood. Joy brings honesty, warmth, and humour to a conversation that’s as real as it is relatable. It was truly a 'joy' having her on.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

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💙 BYTB: Because 1990s Parenting Doesn't Work Anymore... Parenting This Generation - With Gen Muir

Thu, 08 May 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP20 of Beyond The Balls!

This is a chat with the legendary Gen Muir on Millennial fatherhood and what’s changed over the generations.

Gen is an experienced Parent Educator, Author, Podcaster, Obstetric Social Worker and mum to four boys who has worked with over 40,000 parents to date! Her aim is to help you understand the principles, tools and strategies that boost connection, even in tricky moments, so you become the expert on your child.

We talk about how fatherhood has changed over time, how the role of fathers has changed including what society expects and how men are asking to be more present than ever. We talk about discipline, about tantrums & how to interpret what your child is trying to tell you by their actions: I promise you’ll leave this one feeling more knowledgeable than ever.

We thank Gen for her time!

Resource links:

Book: Little People, Big Feelings

Website: connectedparenting.com.au

Instagram: @connectedparentingau

Yeah the dads!

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Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo

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How do you mother once you find out you’re going to lose yours? - a journey through grief with Claire Andrews

Tue, 06 May 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by the lovely Clare Andrews — a maternal child health nurse, mum, and all-round legend. Clare’s no stranger to the poddy, and today she opens up about an incredibly personal journey: earlier this year, her mum was diagnosed with terminal cancer.

Clare shares how she’s navigating the juggle of being both a mum and a daughter during such an emotional time. We talk about the mental, physical, and emotional load, and how grief can begin even before a loved one passes. It’s a raw and heartfelt chat about anticipatory grief, showing up for your family, and finding space for yourself amidst it all.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Download Claire’s free Thrive Parenthood app: iPhones (iOS) here or Android phones (via Google Play) here

safehandsparenting.com.au

Inherited - Michelle Andrews on the very best and worst of life

Inherited - Vicky Andrews on cherishing the time she has left

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How do we get comfortable with failing as a parent? - with Vic Vanstone

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re thrilled to welcome back the beautiful Vicki! A few weeks ago, we chatted with Vic about sobriety — but this time, we’re diving into something different: failing as a mum. We talk about what failure can look like, how we can make peace with it, and why we’re still more than enough despite our stumbles. It’s a raw, real, and reassuring conversation for every parent.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

drunkmummysobermummy.com

Follow Victoria on IG: @drunkmummysobermummy

Pre-order Mumming here

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💙 BYTB: Growing from boy to father - when will you be ready? Navigating your rite of passage, with Jason from Raising Fathers

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP19 of Beyond The Balls!

This is a chat with the amazing Jason Seeman from Raising Fathers on the rite of passage that is growing from boy to man then a father.

Jason is a fatherhood guide, educator, and facilitator with over a decade of experience creating programs like Raising Fathers, The Rites of Passage Institute and The Man Cave.

Whether he’s helping men embrace the challenges of fatherhood, designing bespoke rites of passage, or sharing his reflections through Raising Fathers, Jason is driven by a singular purpose: to elevate fatherhood and help men step into this sacred role with confidence, intention, and heart; something Beyond The Balls is completely on board with!

We talk about what it means to transition to fatherhood in an unhealthy manner, including the situation every father has been in, which is giving up who he once was, knowing that time at the pub might be a bit more scarce - but that’s OK! Fatherhood is to be celebrated and it is ok to mourn who you once were, in order to accept and celebrate who you now are.

We thank Jason for his time, YA LEGEND!

Resource links:

Website: www.raising-fathers.com

Instagram: @raising_fathers

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Is my child highly sensitive and what can I do to support them?! - with psychologist, Rachel Samson

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by the lovely Rachel—aka @australianpsychologist on Instagram! Rachel helps parents raise happy, emotionally healthy kids, and in this episode, we dive into the topic of highly sensitive children. What does “highly sensitive” really mean? Is it a real thing? Could your child be one? And most importantly, how can we support them? Tune in for a warm and insightful chat full of practical tips and reassurance.

As always, we hope you enjoy! 💛

Resource links:

Follow Rachel on IG: @australianpsychologist

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Is ‘Mummy Wine Culture’ making parenting harder? - talking sobriety & being sober curious with Vic Vanstone

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1000

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by the lovely Vic for a super honest and uplifting chat all about sobriety and motherhood. We dive into the whole “mummy wine culture” — is it a harmless escape or doing more harm than good? Jayde opens up about her own journey with drinking and sobriety, while Sophie shares her thoughts on being sober curious. Whether you’re on your own sober path or just wondering what it’s all about, this episode is a warm, non-judgy space to explore it.

Resource links:

Follow Vic on IG: @drunkmummysobermummy

A Thousand Wasted Sundays

Sober Awkward

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What do you wish you knew as a first time mum? - with Sophie & Jayde

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re getting real about all the things we wish we knew as first-time mums! Sophie and Jayde chat about the surprises, the struggles, and the game-changing lessons they’ve learned along the way. And as always we hope you love the episode as much as we did!

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💙 BYTB: Grief. Turning the loss of your child into a beautiful legacy with Jonny Casella from Mackenzie’s Mission

Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to EP18 of Beyond The Balls!

This is a chat with the amazing Jonny Casella on grief, loss, love and dealing with this worst tragedy any parent could face. Jonny’s first child Mackenzie was a perfect little baby – the picture of health but at 10 weeks old, she was diagnosed with a condition called spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) – a severe inherited neuromuscular condition without a cure.

Jonny and his wife Rachael were shattered by the news. The couple had no family history of genetic conditions and undertook all the recommended preparations to have a healthy child. They had never heard of SMA and were not aware that they were both genetic carriers for the condition. As ‘carriers’, the couple do not have the condition themselves, but have an increased chance of having a child with SMA.

In October 2017, Mackenzie Casella passed away at just seven months and 11 days old. Believing no couple should face this tragedy, the Casellas launched a campaign calling for reproductive genetic carrier screening to be routine and free for all prospective parents in Australia. This would become Mackenzie’s Mission.

What they have achieved through adversity is one of the most inspiring stories you will listen to. We thank Jonny for his time, vulnerability and willingness to share his story.

Resource links:

Mackenzie’s Mission

Rachael’s Episode on Beyond The Bump

Lumi Health

Jonny’s Instagram

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Our good friends at Comfy Koalas are offering a $35 discount on your first box of nappies or wipes for a limited time only. Use code BEYOND35 at checkout.

So, what’s the going rate from the tooth fairy nowadays? An entertaining Q&A all about teeth, with the Tooth Fairy Dr Beth

Tue, 25 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Today on the poddy, we chat with the lovely Dr. Beth—aka the Tooth Fairy! (Heads up: there’s some tooth fairy talk in this one.) We never imagined a conversation about teeth and dentistry could be so fun, but we learned so much! Many parents feel ashamed or anxious about their kids’ teeth, worried about being judged at the dentist. Dr. Beth shares practical tips and reassurance to help ease those fears and make dental visits less daunting.

We hope this episode gives you confidence and puts your mind at ease. And as always we hope you love the episode as much as we did!

Resources links:
drbethanystoothtales.com

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Is Sophie a secret slob? Shaking off the ‘shoulds’ of motherhood - with Fiona from Mama Matters

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Today on the poddy, we welcome back the amazing Fiona from Mama Matters! If you haven’t heard of her, you’re in for a treat—we highly recommend giving her a follow. In this episode, we dive into the pressures of motherhood and how to shake off the “shoulds” to focus on what truly matters to you. It’s all about tuning into your values and letting go of unrealistic expectations.

We hope you love this chat as much as we did—enjoy the episode!

Resources links:
mamamatters.com.au

Follow Fiona on IG: @mamamatter.au

Listen to our episode with Kacey Edwards: How can we raise our girls to like themselves?

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💙 BYTB: Doctor! My partner is pregnant, what can I do to help? A Q&A with Dr. Hugh Porter, obstetrician

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to EP17 of Beyond The Balls!

Dr. Hugh Porter is an obstetrician, husband, legend and father of two!

He’s experienced an amazingly varied career and quite a lot of life, so we thought there was no one more qualified to help us out with some Q&A from our audience.

We answer questions as sticky as ‘my wife wants a Caesarean but I think she can do it naturally’ all the way to ‘what’s the weirdest pregnancy craving you’ve heard of?’ with entertaining results.

We thank Dr. Porter for his time and I can guarantee you he’ll be back for round 2! This was an amazing interview and he blew us away with his knowledge, candour and approach to obstetrics. Thank you to all the Ballers who submitted questions via Instagram.

Resource links:

Dr. Hugh Porter’s Instagram

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Bubka Breastfeeding Essentials for Aussie Mums.

Bubka is an Aussie family business helping new mums regain their independence by making pumping simple. Bubka have just released Breast Pump Eco Wipes which are the ultimate on-the-go cleaning solution for breastfeeding mums.

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ADHDiversary! Jayde, how are you feeling a year on from diagnosis? with Jane, from ADHD Mums

Tue, 11 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Today on the poddy, we welcome back the fabulous Jane from ADHD Mums! It’s been about a year since Jayde had her big ADHD lightbulb moment, so we thought, what better way to mark her one-year ADHDiversary than to get Jane back on for a recap?

As always, we hope you enjoy the episode!

Resources links:
adhdmums.com.au

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What do you wish you knew before your elective c-section and becoming a FTM? - with Konnie, newborn mama

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 07:00:00 +1100

We are so excited to have the beautiful Konnie on the poddy! Konnie is Jayde’s long-time friend (what a legend!), and we’ve managed to pull her out of her newborn bubble to chat with us all about her experience with an elective caesarean.

She dives into why she chose this birth option but also shares how hard it was to find information about it—so much out there focuses on vaginal births or emergency C-sections! Konnie spills all the things she wishes she had known before her C-section and the little gems of wisdom she’s picked up as a first-time mum. If you’re considering an elective C-section or just love a good, honest birth chat, this one’s for you!

And as always, we hope you enjoy!

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💙 BYTB: Terminal Illness. Parenting with resilience & grace in the face of the worst possible news - with parents Jeff Jenkins & Sarah Rigg

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to EP16 of Beyond The Balls!

Jeff is 38, a father of two beautiful children and has Motor Neurone Disease (MND). He was diagnosed 7 months ago and his body is robbing him of his life with his family.

Chi’s father also passed away at 68 from MND (Also known as ALS / Lou Gehrig’s). It’s a terrible disease which shuts down your nerves, but leaves you in full faculty of everything happening around you - including what’s being taken away. That includes your movement, your speech, your dignity and ultimately your breathing.

It sadly is a disease that is becoming much too common. It is also incredibly poorly understood. We don’t know what causes it and there is no cure, with average life expectancy from diagnosis being 2 years.

So when we got introduced to Jeff and his wife Sarah, we agreed we would try to change that, to increase awareness of the disease.

Jeff & Sarah came on the podcast to talk about what they’re going through and it is one of the most profound, inspiring and heartbreaking pieces of work we could ever hope to be a part of.

Jeff talks about resilience. About being grateful for a life well lived. About love. About his family. The grace in which he & Sarah have approached his diagnosis is truly, truly astounding. They are by all definitions, incredible human beings, dealt the most unfair hand in life.

We hope you can be inspired by this difficult interview.

Resource links:

Jeff & Sarah’s GoFundMe
Learn more about MND on FightMND

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Tommee Tippee! Happy 60th Anniversary!

Tommee Tippee’s award-winning bottles have been trusted by parents for over 60 years. From the self-sterilising bottle range for ultimate convenience, to the #1 Natural Start Bottle designed to make switching between breast and bottle effortless, to the Advanced Anti-Colic Bottle that’s proven to ease colic, gas, and reflux, their scientifically-backed bottles support every stage of your feeding journey. Loved by parents, and we know you’ll love them too.

Daycare, where do you even begin? Daycare Diaries from 3 mums (9 kids!) - with Roisin, from @geebungalow

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100

We’re so excited to have the beautiful Roisin back on the poddy! This time, we’re chatting all about daycare transitions as her twins recently started. She shares how this experience has been different from when her eldest began, the emotional rollercoaster of returning to work, and, of course, mum guilt.

We also dive into practical tips for making the transition smoother, what’s worked for Roisin’s family, and how to feel more confident about this big change. If you’re in the middle of daycare drop-offs or preparing for the future, we hope this episode gives you some reassurance and helpful insights.

Resources links:
Care for Kids Australia
Starting Blocks

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Has your child just started school? How are you all going? The ups and downs and lessons learnt with Jayde, Clare and Sophie

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In this episode of Beyond the Bump, our beautiful VA Clare jumps on the poddy with us! Both Clare and Jayde have just sent their little ones off to school for the first time, and we’re chatting all about what that transition has been like—the nerves, the tears (from kids and parents), the wins, and the wobbles.

We share our honest experiences, a few tips that helped, and the little surprises we weren’t expecting. If you’re in the thick of this big change or it’s just around the corner, this one’s for you!

Join us for a real, raw, and reassuring chat—you’re not alone in this wild ride. We hope you enjoy!

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💙 BYTB: Welcome back legends! How well do we really know each other? With Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome back legends! Here we are kicking off another year of Beyond The Balls. In this episode we give you an update on some big changes including Chi’s wife finishing maternity leave and him taking on solo primary care. We play a bit of a ‘get to know each other’ game as well as discuss what’s on the horizon for 2025. We couldn’t be more thrilled to be back!

Resource links:

Chi’s first episode on Beyond The Bump talking about being a SAHD

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Stokke!

To celebrate, Stokke are offering Beyond The Balls and Beyond The Bump audiences a unique never before discount code on the full range - from Tripp Trapp to Flexibath to YOYO Pram - BTB15 with some Ts & Cs you can read on the website. Go to stokkeshop.com.au to look at the range!

Can a work/life balance exist for mothers or are we setting ourselves up to fail? - with Lucinda McKimm from Ready or Not Podcast

Tue, 11 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode, we’re joined by Lucinda from the Ready or Not podcast—a show all about women returning to work and making it work. We cover everything from navigating careers after kids to the chaos of parenting two little ones. Honestly, we chat about everything—motherhood, work, and all the in-between moments. It’s a good old-fashioned gasbag session, full of laughs, insights, and real talk. Tune in for a fun and honest convo!

As always, we hope you enjoy this episode!

Resource links:

Get 20% off Lucinda and Lauren’s Go To Guides with code: BEYONDTHEBUMP

Follow the Ready of Not Podcast on IG: @readyornot.pod

Listen to the Ready of Not Podcast on Apple or Spotify

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Did I just give birth to… myself? Betty Beef Curtains & Jayde 2.0 are back with a summer break recap

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 07:00:00 +1100

We missed you, Bumpies! After a long summer break, Farmer Jayde and Trucker Sophie are back in your earholes, ready to kick off another year of Beyond the Bump. In this episode, we’re catching you up on all the highs, lows, and hilarious moments from our summer break. From family chaos to much-needed downtime, we’re sharing it all!

As always, we hope you enjoy this episode!

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Replay: Why being a ’Good Enough’ Mother is more than good enough - debunking the perfect parent myth with Dr Sophie Brock, sociologist

Tue, 28 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re revisiting Episode 146 with Dr. Sophie Brock, a sociologist who unpacks the ‘perfect mother myth.’ She explains why being a 'good enough' mother is not only okay but often better for us and our kids.

We discuss how social media amplifies motherhood pressures, the anger-guilt trap, and how much attention kids really need each day. Dr. Brock also shares what real self-care looks like—practical ways to care for ourselves without adding more stress.

Follow Dr. Sophie Brock on Instagram at @drsophiebrock for more insights and check out her podcast The Good Enough Mother

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Replay: So what do I actually have to avoid when pregnant?? Pregnancy myths vs. facts - with Dr Timmy, obstetrician, gynaecologist and fertility specialist

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re replaying Episode 171—a fan favourite featuring the one and only Dr. Timmy! He’s back in the poddy pod to bust myths and separate fact from fiction when it comes to pregnancy.

Can you drink coffee while pregnant? What about sushi or soft serve? Is heartburn really a sign your bub will have lots of hair? And what about those old wives’ tales—does carrying low mean you’re having a boy? Dr. Timmy covers it all!

Whether you’re hearing this episode for the first time or diving in again, this conversation is packed with practical advice, myth-busting facts, and plenty of laughs.

Resource Links:

Quit Centre - Pregnancy and Maternal Health

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Replay: A Mother’s Mental Load

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 07:00:00 +1100

This week on Beyond the Bump, we’re revisiting one of our most-loved episodes: Episode 72, where we dive into the mental load of mothers. It’s something so many of us face daily—relentless, all-consuming, and often invisible. In this conversation, we explore what the mental load looks like, why it matters, and how we can better manage it.

Whether you’re tuning in for the first time or giving this episode another listen, we hope it resonates with you as much as it did with us and our listeners the first time around.

We hope you LOVE this replay episode as much as we do! 💛

Goodies mentioned:

Calm – The #1 App for Meditation and Sleep

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What's the dirt on 2024? A trucker Soph & farmer Jayde recap

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode of Beyond the Bump, we reflect on the highs, lows, and lessons of 2024. Sophie shares her exciting plans to travel Australia in an RV with her family, while Jayde talks about her journey into farming—and so much more! From personal growth to funny moments and unexpected challenges, tune in for a lighthearted recap of the year and a sneak peek at what’s ahead in 2025.

Thanks for joining us for the last episode of 2024 legends, and for all your love and support this year—we can’t wait to see what 2025 brings!

As always we hope you enjoy this episode!

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‘Bogged’ down in toilet training? We’re here to help! - with paediatric OTs, Alex & Bel

Tue, 03 Dec 2024 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re joined by paediatric nurses Alex and Bel to tackle toilet training. We chat about signs your little one is ready, why sensory issues like smells and splashes might hold them back, and even what constipation looks like in kids. Plus, we adults might just learn a thing or two about better bathroom habits ourselves! Whether you’re starting the journey or just curious, this episode is full of practical tips to help build confidence and make the transition smoother.

Thanks for joining us, legends and as always we hope you enjoy this episode!

Resource links:

IKEA bathroom stool

Website: theindependencehub.com.au

Make your child their own toilet story: theindependencehub.com.au/toilet-training-toolkit/

Bottom WipingGuide: theindependencehub.com.au/bottom-wiping-guide/

Instagram: @theindependencehub

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Ecosa!

Bumpies if you are in the market for a new mattress for your little ones—or just want to sleep better knowing they’re cozy and safe—this one from Ecosa is just for you.

💙 BYTB: Retrospect. A mental health journey with Nick Couldwell

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

This episode is a chat with Nick aka Harry Couldwell, father of three and Jayde’s partner. Nick was only 22 when they welcomed their first daughter into the world, safe to say he has done a lot of growing as a father, husband and individual and it’s taken many years to look back at the story of his life as a young dad. Nick sits down with Chi and talks about all things mental health related, from how to bring your mates barriers down, the ‘taboo’ topic of dad rage and how to support a partner through tough times. Nick is an absolute legend and we thank him for his time!

Resource links:

Shedding some light during the darkness of depression - with Jayde and her brain

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How has being an amputee impacted your journey as a mum? - with Jess Quinn

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the amazing Jess Quinn—a Kiwi amputee mama with an incredible story. Jess shares how she had part of her leg removed as a child, the challenges her family faced, and how this journey has influenced her life and motherhood. Her resilience and raw honesty will leave you inspired, and we’re so grateful she’s sharing her story with us.

Thanks for joining us, legends and as always we hope you enjoy this episode!

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Banana Boat!

You can find the Banana Boat sunscreen range pretty much everywhere; Woolworths, Coles, Chemist Warehouse and leading retailers nationally. For more information, visit www.bananaboat.com.au

We’ve also teamed up with Banana Boat for an awesome giveaway! It’s coming soon, so keep an eye on our Instagram—you won’t want to miss it!

💙 BYTB: BLIND! Parenting through adversity with Ben Pettingill

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

This episode is a chat with Ben Pettingill, blind dad of two. When Ben was 16 he lost his eyesight overnight but he never let that hold him back and has achieved incredible things, including being a wonderful father. We have a chat on Ben’s amazing outlook on life and how he never takes anything for granted, nor focuses on what he cannot change. His tale will not only blow you away but inspire you in so many ways. If you thought parenting was hard, test doing it with your eyes closed! Ben is an absolute legend and we thank him for his time.

Resource links:

If you are keen to learn more about Ben, his speaking and what he gets up to, check out

www.benpettingill.com

Follow Ben on socials –

Insta: Ben Pettingill (@benpettingill) • Instagram photos and videos

Facebook - Ben Pettingill | Facebook

TikTok

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Why is my toddler only eating beige food? Help! - with Luka, from Boob to Food

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode of Beyond the Bump, the beautiful Luka McCabe from Boob to Food is back on the poddy! We’re chatting all about toddlers eating family meals and sharing loads of tips and tricks that are super approachable and not too overwhelming. We get it—so many parents feel shame or guilt around what their toddlers eat (or don’t eat!), and this episode is all about easing that pressure. Tune in for practical advice, plenty of laughs, and a fresh perspective on tackling toddler mealtimes with confidence!

Thanks for joining us, legends and as always we hope you enjoy this episode!

Resource Links:

Boob to Food

Chip & Dip Tray

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Head over to iltutto.com.au. Use Presale20 before November 19th for the exclusive listener discount, or catch the big sale starting on the 20th. But don’t wait too long—this is one of those sales where things fly off the shelves!

💙 BYTB: COMMUNICATION! Maintaining your relationship when you have kids - with Nahum Kozac, Relationship Counsellor

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

This episode is a chat with Nahum Kozac, senior psychologist & relationship counsellor at Lighthouse Relationships. We have an incredible chat on techniques to maintain and improve your communication, something that we know 99% of parents struggle with! Nahum takes us through the Four Horsemen of communication and how to avoid these pitfalls and the importance of men naming and being open with their feelings. This is a cracker of an episode and we thank Nahum for his time!

Resource links:

Follow Lighthouse Relationships on IG: @lighthouse_relationships

lighthouserelationships.com.auMegan Kozak’s Episode on Beyond the Bump: When is it time to do couples therapy? - with couple’s therapist Megan Kozak

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This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bounce!

How did you find yourself again? Chatting identity loss when going from career woman to working mum - with Genevieve Day

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

In today’s episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the inspiring Genevieve Day about navigating identity loss when transitioning from career woman to working mum. Genevieve opens up about the struggles of balancing personal ambitions with motherhood and shares the raw realities and unexpected joys she discovered along the way. If you’ve ever felt like you’ve lost a piece of yourself in the shuffle of motherhood, this one’s for you. Thanks for joining us, legends and as always we hope you enjoy this episode!

Resource Links:

The Juggle by Genevieve Day on Amazon or Brio Books

Follow Gen on IG: @genevieve_day

Listen to Clare’s episode: Bumpies on Board with Clare Watson - mum of 2, CMPA, tongue ties, PND & PNA

Listen to our episode on identity loss: Mum guilt, losing our identity & expectations - with Yara from Life After Birth Psychology

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Goodstart Early Learning!

Head to https://bit.ly/Goodstart-BeyondtheBump and start exploring childcare options, obligation free with Goodstart Early Learning- there's truly nothing to lose!

💙 BYTB: SEX! Setting expectations during conception, pregnancy, postpartum & beyond - with Chantelle Otten, Sexologist

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

This episode is a chat with Chantelle Otten, sexologist & relationship specialist. We have an open chat about all things sex: Sex during conception, during pregnancy, the postpartum period and beyond as your kids grow. Chantelle does an amazing job walking us through what dads can expect and we cover many different tips on working through each stage and ways to communicate for better sex! This is an amazing episode and we thank Chantelle for her time!

Resource links:

Follow Chantelle on IG: @chantelle_otten_sexologist

The Sexual Self Esteem Course

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This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored Bounce!

Tantrums, WTAF? Understanding big emotions in our little people - with Gen Muir, parent educator & mum of 4

Tue, 05 Nov 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 269 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we’re thrilled to chat with the wonderful Gen Muir from Connected Parenting Australia about all things tantrums. To all the amazing toddler mums out there managing meltdowns and running low on patience—this one’s for you! We hope you enjoy this insightful and uplifting conversation. And as always thanks for listening, legends!!

Resource Links:

connectedparenting.com.au

Little People, Big Feelings by Gen Muir

Follow Gen on IG: @connectedparentingau

Gaia Retreat: Code: BUMP15 for 15% off your stay

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Krumbled & Mini & Me!

For our Bumpies who want to try it out, we’ve got a little treat for you—use code BUMPIES20 at krumbledfoods.com for 20% off

💙 BYTB: Primary carer! A dad’s journey - with Chris

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

This episode is a chat with Chris, who took on a primary carer role for fifteen months. We talk about the highs and the lows of his experience, both the amazing bond he formed with his son but also the struggles he faced along the way. Chris opened his heart to us and we reflect on some tips that will help any dad looking to take on more when it comes to parenting, or any mum looking to empower their partner. We thank Chris for his vulnerability and bravery in sharing his story, ya legend!

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Sign up by clicking this link. Ballers you gotta get onto this one and share it around, seriously this chance is too good to miss!

What’s the reality of raising a neurodivergent child? - with Leah Williams

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 267 of Beyond the Bump!

We're excited to have the wonderful Leah Williams back on the show. Last time, Leah shared her journey through birth trauma, and now she’s here to talk about life with a child who is neurodivergent. From navigating autism to embracing the unique joys and challenges, Leah’s insights are both heartfelt and empowering.

We hope you enjoy this meaningful conversation, legends!

Resource Links:

Some Brains by Nelly Thomas - A good one that covers all different types of brains & neurodiversity as a whole.

Remarkable Remy by Melanie Hayworth - Autism specific & talks about a girl and her autistic friend Remy.

The Brain Forest by Sandhya Menon - Covers neurodiversity and all the different brains in the world

Learn more about Leah’s broadcast channel for ND mums and mums with ND kids by heading to the link in her bio @leahwwilliams_

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BONUS: Is traveling with kids even worth it? Raw truths, tips and learnings - with Sophie & Jayde

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 14:09:49 +1100

Welcome to BONUS Episode 266 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we dive into the highs and lows of traveling with kids, fresh off Sophie’s return from her overseas trip. You Bumpies sent in your burning questions, and we’re here with some raw truths, helpful tips, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. We hope you enjoy!

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Use code MHBTB20 for 20% off gold & silver at Michael Hill, including all pendant bar chains, charms & connectors.

💙 BYTB: WORK! Why should dad take parental leave? - with Blake Woodward from Dads&

Thu, 24 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to EP09 of Beyond The Balls!

This episode is a chat with Blake Woodward from Dads&. Blake has established two social enterprises (Dads& and Suit Tie Stroller) to support fathers lean into caring, find work-life balance and become the dad they want to be and has an amazing perspective on why it’s important for Dad to take parental leave. We talk about the benefits by the actual statistics as well as some tips on navigating tricky conversations in the workplace. Thanks for your time Blake ya legend!

Resource links:

Follow Suit Tie Stroller on IG: @suittiestroller

Follow Dads& on IG: @dadsand_

suittiesstroller.com

dads-and.com

The Making of the Modern Family by Edward Shorter

Yeah the dads!

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This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by 28 by Sam Wood!

Sign up by clicking this link. Ballers you gotta get onto this one and share it around, seriously this chance is too good to miss!

How do you share the load with 3 under 2? - with Roisin, working toddler & twin mama

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 264 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're thrilled to chat with the lovely Roisin, aka @geebungalow on Instagram and TikTok! While we originally planned to dive into maternity leave, we ended up exploring so many different, exciting topics. Roisin’s positive mindset is contagious, and the way she approaches life and parenting is just beautiful. We absolutely loved hearing her fresh perspective and can’t wait for you to experience it too. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode legends.

Resource Links:

Follow Roisin on IG: @geebungalow

Listen to A Mother’s Mental Load on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

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💙 BYTB: SLEEP! How can dad help with settling baby? with Lauren Beeten from The Conscious Parenting Co

Thu, 17 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

This episode is a chat with founder of The Conscious Parenting Co, Lauren Beeten. Lauren is a gentle sleep consultant and parenting coach and brings a wealth of information on how dads can get involved with settling their babies from years of helping parents. We talk about the realities of sleep deprivation and share some great tips and tricks on getting a better night’s sleep. Thanks Lauren you legend!

Resource links:

Discount code Use code BALLERS15 for 15% off any remote sleep & parenting service or product available to book at The Conscious Parenting Co

Instagram - @theconsciousparentingco

Yeah the dads!

Follow Jayde on Instagram: @londonxboston

Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo

Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!

This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by ergoPouch!

With 15 years of experience, you know they’ve perfected it. It’s not just about sleepwear; it’s about peace of mind. To celebrate their 15th year, they are offering 15% off storewide until October 20th. Ts&Cs apply and it excludes bundles, packs, lyra, sale and gift vouchers.

From partners to parents - How did having kids change your relationship? Answering your dilemmas with Leonie, relationship coach

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 261 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we’re joined by the lovely Leonie, host of the Parenthood Pod, to tackle some of your most asked questions about relationships after kids. From common challenges, like the "tit for tat" dynamic, to the loss of connection, Leonie shares her insights on navigating it all. This chat felt so relatable, and we hope you find comfort and laughter in knowing you're not alone in the ups and downs of parenthood. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode!

Resource Links:

Follow Parenthood Pod on IG: @parenthoodpod

Listen to Parenthood Pod on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Listen to Jayde and Harry’s episode on Parenthood Pod on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Sign up to the Beyond the Bump newsletter HERE

Listen to Beyond the Balls on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Fair Play | The Cards

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This episode of Beyond the Bump is proudly sponsored by Care for Kids!

We’ve teamed up with Care for Kids to host their Childcare Virtual Open Day for another year! It’s a full week of workshops where you’ll get all the info you need about choosing the right childcare for your little ones and all the ins and outs in between. From understanding the different types of care, sleep routines, school readiness, building immunity to getting all tips from the experts, BASICALLY this is the ultimate guide for parents.

It’s completely FREE to register! And it's only short workshops in the evenings from Sunday 20th - Thursday 24th October with the superstar line up of panelists answering all your questions as well!!

Bumpies if you’re ready to feel more confident about navigating childcare and want to get some expert tips along the way, head over to www.careforkids.com.au/open-day, register for free, and get access to it all.

💙 BYTB: Birth! How can I be a great birth partner? - Part 2 with Dr. Pickering & Midwife Kearn

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to EP07 of Beyond The Balls! We’re excited to bring you this two part episode about how to be a great birth partner, part 1 is a chat between Jayde Couldwell, Chi Lo and Sophie Pearce, co-host of Beyond The Bump.

Part 2 will feature the professionals, with Jayde & Chi having a chat with an obstetrician, Dr. Pickering and midwife Bryony Kearn.

In this episode we chat about how birth partners can be better involved and build relationships with professionals, whether in the public or private system. We go through knowledge shared from 1000s of babies birthed by these two legends as well as some laughs along the way

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This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co!

Next time you’re at Chemist Warehouse—or shopping online—make sure you check out Bambi Mini Co. Trust us, your kids will thank you!

💙 BYTB: Birth! How can I be a great birth partner? - Part 1 with Sophie Pearce

Thu, 03 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP06 of Beyond The Balls!

We’re excited to bring you this two part episode about how to be a great birth partner, part 1 is a chat between Jayde Couldwell, Chi Lo and Sophie Pearce, co-host of Beyond The Bump.

Part 2 will feature the professionals, with Jayde & Chi having a chat with an obstetrician and midwife.

In this episode we chat about our birth experiences from eight children collectively, including reflections and laughs about the do’s and don’ts of being a birth partner.

Yeah the dads!

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Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!

This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co!

Next time you’re at Chemist Warehouse—or shopping online—make sure you check out Bambi Mini Co. Trust us, your kids will thank you!

How can you do shift work as a parent?? Is an au pair essential? - with Millie, paramedic

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 259 of Beyond the Bump!

We weren’t going to drop an episode this week (hello school holidays!), but we just couldn’t wait to share this one with you! We had the pleasure of chatting with the lovely Millie, a paramedic and mum, all about the juggle of motherhood and shift work, and the added challenges that it presents.

We’ll be taking a little break next week to soak up the chaos and joy of the school holidays, but we didn’t want to hold onto this episode any longer!

If you’ve made it through the holidays – well done! If you’re just starting – good luck!

And as always, we hope you enjoy this episode!

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BONUS: Um, how do you even get out of the house with kids? Our personal tips & tricks - with Sophie & Jayde

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to BONUS Episode 258 of Beyond the Bump!

In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest parenting challenges — getting out of the house with kids! We share some real-life tips and tricks that have worked for us, from managing the chaos of getting the kids dressed in the morning to making the whole process a bit smoother. It’s never perfect, but we’ve picked up a few things along the way that might help. Thanks for sending in your questions, and we hope you enjoy this fun and honest chat!

Resource links:

Polynesian Spa

Imogen Heap - The Happy Song

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From nappies with 12 hour protection day and night that keep those pesky leaks at bay, to wipes that do it all, CUB is here to help you protect and care for your little one as they play, learn, and grow.

Bumpies, whether you’re just starting out or looking for something new, CUB’s range is definitely worth checking out, exclusively available at Coles. Trust us, you won’t know how you lived without it.

💙 BYTB: Dad, you got this! Empowering dads to support mums (and themselves) postpartum - with Dr. Golly

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP05 of Beyond The Balls!

This episode is a chat between hosts Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo and noted paediatrician and father of three, Dr. Golly. We talk about the challenges new parents face, especially in the fourth trimester. Dr. Golly goes through some amazing practical tips on how dads can best support mum and navigate this strenuous time. We also talk about the realities of male postpartum depression and how many men it will impact and where to go for help. We are grateful for his amazing input both professional and personal!

Resource links:

Find Dr Golly resources at drgolly.com (Use code BEYOND20 for $20 off all Dr Golly Sleep Programs!)
Dr Golly and the experts podcast
Episode 22: Postnatal anxiety in dads - with Michael Brunelli and Martha Kalifatidis

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This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bounce!

Ballers if you’re ever thinking, ‘what can we do today?’ just hit up BOUNCE! It’s one of those places where you walk in and the next thing you know, hours have passed and you’re all just happy-tired. And really, who doesn’t need more of that?

And added bonus, the kids may just have a nap in the car on the way home. Another Dad hack for you. But seriously—next time you’re looking for something fun to do, BOUNCE is where it’s at.

Bumpies On Board With Odette - Mum Of 4, Twin Pregnancy, Down Syndrome Diagnosis & Open Heart Surgery

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 252 of Beyond the Bump!

In this special Bumpie on Board episode, we chat with the lovely Odette, a mum of four whose third and fourth babies were twins. One of her twins was diagnosed with Down syndrome and also has a heart condition.

Odette shares her incredible journey with so much grace, and we don't want to spoil anything—her story speaks for itself. A huge thank you to Odette for opening up and sharing with us.

And as always, we hope you enjoy this heartfelt episode!

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💙 BYTB: R U OK? Shattering the silence on men’s mental health - with twin dad, Luke O’Brien

Thu, 19 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP04 of Beyond The Balls!

This episode is a chat between hosts Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo and father of twins Luke O’Brien on his journey with mental health. We talk about male postpartum depression and tips on coping, what to expect when expecting and how to better prepare for children. Luke opened up his heart to us on the difficulties of being a father of twins and the depression that came with it. His bravery in wanting his story to help others is something we are grateful to share.

Trigger Warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics, including depression and suicide. If these themes are distressing for you, we encourage you to prioritise your mental well-being. For support, contact Lifeline Australia at 13 11 14 or visit their website (https://www.lifeline.org.au/) for additional resources.

Resource Links:

Luke’s Twin Dad Community: www.twindads.life. Use code BALLER for 3 months free membership (All proceeds go to NICU charities & twin parent support charities)
Luke’s Instagram @doubledadda

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Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo

Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!

This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co!

Ballers AND Bumpies (I know you're listening) whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just want to refresh your little one’s wardrobe, Bambi Mini Co. has got you covered.

We’re thrilled to have them on board and can’t wait to share more about their products with you.

What’s it like to fall pregnant unexpectedly? Talking termination - with Laksmi Wilson

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 251 of Beyond the Bump!

This week, we’re diving into a topic that is often overlooked but deeply important—termination. We sit down with Laksmi Wilson to have an open and honest conversation about this complex decision, hoping it resonates with those who may have experienced it, know someone who has, or might face it in the future.

Termination is a deeply personal and difficult choice. We acknowledge the strength and courage it takes for women to make decisions about their bodies, health, and futures. Everyone’s journey is unique, and it’s not our place to judge, but rather to support and understand.

We hope this episode sheds some light on this under-discussed topic. Thank you for tuning in, and we hope you get something out of this episode!

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💙 BYTB: Mum Vs Dad: What Is Your Mental Load?

Thu, 12 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP03 of Beyond The Balls.

This episode is a frank chat between hosts Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo about a mother’s mental load and also how better understanding of this by dad can only lead to good things. We also explore dad guilt and how it differs from mum guilt. Along the way we relate some stories about how we improved our own communication with our partners and some of the stumbling blocks new parents might encounter. We hope you enjoy this as much as we did and there’s much more to discuss on this topic so stay tuned!

Resource links:

Fair Play Cards

Beyond the Bump episode with Chi, SAHD - Is it the same as being a SAHM?! - with Chi Shurn Lo

Yeah the dads!

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Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo

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This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co!

Ballers AND Bumpies (I know you're listening) whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just want to refresh your little one’s wardrobe, Bambi Mini Co. has got you covered.

We’re thrilled to have them on board and can’t wait to share more about their products with you.

You’ve made the decision to separate, now what? - with Rebecca Thompson, Family Lawyer

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 250 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we chat with family lawyer Rebecca Thompson about all things separation. We dive into what you need to consider if you're going through a divorce, but also what to know before you tie the knot. With nearly 50% of marriages ending in divorce, it's important to think about the practical stuff—finances, custody, and more. Rebecca also busts some common myths around separation. We hope you find this episode both enlightening and reassuring. Thanks for listening, and as always, enjoy!

Resource Links:

wire.org.au

1800 RESPECT

White Ribbon Australia

Fair Family Law

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💙 BYTB: Myth Busting! Breaking down fatherhood myths - with Rob Sturrock

Thu, 05 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to EP02 of Beyond the Balls. This week, hosts Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo chat with the amazing Rob Sturrock, author of Man Raises Boy, about debunking fatherhood myths:

“You can’t help at all at the start because you can’t breastfeed.”
“Pregnancy means a horny wife.”
“You have a kid now; welcome to no-sex land.”
“You probably won’t bond with your kid until later.”
“Welcome to your new dad bod.”
“Taking paternity leave is career suicide.”
“Your favorite pub has burned down.”
“You can’t do as good a job as Mom at parenting.”

Listen in to see what we think is true and what isn’t.

Resource links:

Man Raises Boy, by Rob Sturrock on Amazon and Allen & Unwin
Australian Breastfeeding Association
Lifeline: The Push-Up Challenge
Follow Rob Sturrock on LinkedIn

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Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo

Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!

This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co!

Ballers AND Bumpies (I know you're listening) whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just want to refresh your little one’s wardrobe, Bambi Mini Co. has got you covered.

We’re thrilled to have them on board and can’t wait to share more about their products with you.

Mum guilt, am I the only one feeling this way? - with Dr Sophie Brock, motherhood sociologist

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 249 of Beyond the Bump!

This week, we dive deep into the topic of mum guilt—a feeling so many new mothers know all too well. Sophie Brock joins us to explore where this guilt comes from, why it affects us so deeply, and how societal expectations can play a role. This conversation is both eye-opening and comforting, as we tackle an emotion that’s often left unspoken but deeply felt.

We hope you find it enlightening and reassuring and as always, we hope you enjoy!!

Resource Links:

Release Working Mum Guilt - use code 'beyondthebump' for a 70% discount for Mums in paid work who are looking for help with guilt.

Good Enough Mother podcast

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💙 BYTB: Welcome to Beyond the Balls!

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to the debut episode of Beyond the Balls!

In this episode of Beyond the Balls, hosts Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo, together with guest Sophie Pearce (co-host of Beyond the Bump), dive into what this podcast is all about—creating a space for dads, dads-to-be, and their partners to have real, open, and honest conversations.

They chat about the lack of resources for dads and how this podcast aims to fill that gap by combining education, humour, and heartfelt discussions. The trio highlights the importance of supporting each other through the challenges of fatherhood, covering topics like mental load, postpartum life, and the evolving role of dads today.

Tune in for a refreshing take on fatherhood that’s relatable, fun, and genuinely supportive!

Resource links:

Beyond the Bump episode with Chi, SAHD - Is it the same as being a SAHM?! - with Chi Shurn Lo

Yeah the dads!

This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by our Besties at Betty's Burgers!

Betty's Burgers is the perfect place to create memories with Dad this Father's day, so for the perfect parenting hack, head into your local Betty's restaurant and leave the cooking to the experts!

How Can We Teach Our Toddlers, Tweens And Teens About Boundaries, Respect And Healthy Connections? - With The Big Sister Experience, Bianca And Kritz

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 248 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we’re joined by the incredible Bianca and Kritz from The Big Sister Experience. We're chatting about how to help our kids recognize what healthy connections and relationships look like—whether it’s spotting signs of jealousy or possessiveness, or trusting their gut when it comes to friendships. There’s so much packed into this episode, and we’re excited to share it with you!

As always, we hope you love it!

Resource Links:

The Big Sister Experience

Beyond Blue

1800 RESPECT

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Bumpies On Board With Sophie - Cystic Fibrosis, PND & PNA Requiring Admission And ect.

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 247 of Beyond the Bump! In this Bumpie on Board episode, we sit down with Sophie to hear her powerful story of living with cystic fibrosis and her experiences with postnatal depression (PND) and postnatal anxiety (PNA). Sophie bravely shares the challenges and dark moments she's faced along the way.

A huge shoutout to Sophie for her vulnerability and openness. We hope you enjoy this episode, legends!

Trigger warning: This episode discusses PND, PNA, and the emotional struggles tied to these conditions.

Resource Links:

Lifeline - call 131114

Beyond Blue

PANDA

Gidget Foundation

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How Can We Help Our Kids Handle Criticism? - With Kasey Edwards, Author

Tue, 13 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 246 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we're back with the fabulous Kasey for round three, and if you loved her last episodes (which were total BANGERS!!), you're in for a treat. This time, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of handling criticism—because let’s face it, we all get it, and it’s no fun! But don’t worry, we’ve got tips on how to help our little ones tackle it like pros too.

We hope you enjoy legends!

Resources mentioned:

Raising Girls Who Like Themselves

Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves

Listen to previous BTB episodes with Kasey:

A FREE mini-course to teach your child to handle criticism (in just 10 minutes!)

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Germs, Bugs, Sickness - When Does It End? Talking Winter Bugs - With Penny, Paediatric Nurse

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 245 of Beyond the Bump!

This week, we have the pleasure of chatting with the wonderful Penny from Sick Happens. If you don't follow her on social media yet, Penny is an incredible resource for parents and a dedicated paediatric nurse.

We dive into the sick season, discussing common illnesses, how to prepare, and handling that nerve-wracking first day of daycare. Penny also shares practical tips to help you manage sickness before it becomes overwhelming. We had a great time, and we hope you find this episode as helpful and enjoyable as we did!

Resources mentioned:

sickhappens.com.au

Follow Penny on IG: @sick.happens

Health Direct: 1800 022 222

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Who Even Am I? - With Yara, Psychologist

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 244 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we're excited to catch up with the wonderful Yara, a psychologist who specialises in motherhood. We've had the pleasure of chatting with her a few times before. Yara runs Life After Birth Psychology, and today, we're diving into the topic of identity loss—a feeling many of us experience but don't always know how to put into words. Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation about navigating this part of the motherhood journey.

We hope you enjoy legends and we’re so happy to be back!!!

Resources mentioned:

fairplaylife.com

lifeafterbirth.com.au

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One And Done - Am I Truly Done?! - With Hayley, Mother Of One

Tue, 02 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 243 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we chat with the incredible Hayley about her choice to be "one and done." This is a topic many of you have requested, and we were thrilled to hear Hayley’s refreshing perspective and her unapologetic attitude towards her family's decision.

We absolutely loved this conversation and hope you will too!

Enjoy the episode!

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Code Red: Why Has My Period Changed Since Having A Baby? Are My Hormones Okay? - With Dr Preeya Alexander

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 06:33:29 +1000

Welcome to Episode 242 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we had an amazing chat with Dr. Preeya Alexander. Dr Preeya is a GP and we brought her on because we've both noticed that our periods and cycles have changed so much since having kids, and we wanted to understand why. Dr. Alexander breaks it all down for us, explaining what's going on with our bodies and what we can do about it.

We learned so much from this conversation and hope you will too.

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Bumpies On Board With Nikeesha - Solo Mum By Choice, Sperm Donation, Chronic Illness And More

Tue, 18 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 241 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we’re excited to chat with Nikeesha, another amazing Bumpie. In this special Bumpie on Board episode, Nikeesha shares her inspiring journey as a solo mum by choice. She discusses selecting a sperm donor, navigating IVF alone, and managing her chronic illness throughout the process. Nikeesha’s story is truly a breath of fresh air. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode!

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4 Year Olds, Is Everything Okay?! - With Child & Family Therapist, Sarah Bolitho

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 240 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we’re talking to Sarah all about four-year-olds—how they're doing, and perhaps more importantly, how their parents are holding up. Tune in for an insightful discussion filled with tips, advice, and reassurance for navigating this pivotal stage of childhood.

As always, we hope you enjoy!!!

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Work & Parenthood, Can We Juggle It All? - With Erica, Psychologist & Career Coach

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 239 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we’re thrilled to chat with the amazing Erica, a psychologist, HR expert, and career coach. Join us as we delve into the complexities of balancing work and parenting. Can we truly excel at both, or does one inevitably suffer? Erica shares her professional insights and practical tips on how to manage these dual roles effectively.

As always, we hope you enjoy!!!

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Is this really a Fair Play game? Divvy up the mental load with Harry & Jayde

Tue, 28 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 237 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we have another round of Fair Play cards, and if you missed the first episode, it's all about divvying up the mental load in the household, out and about, travel, kids, you as a couple, cleaning, and everything in between—except this time we’ve flipped the participants and it’s Jayde and Harry’s turn!!

Resource Links:

Fair Play Cards

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Bumpies on Board with Clare Watson - mum of 2, CMPA, tongue ties, PND & PNA

Tue, 21 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 236 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we're excited to kick off our first Bumpies on Board episode with our lovely VA, Clare Watson. Clare shares her heartfelt journey as a mum of two, discussing everything from CMPA (Cow's Milk Protein Allergy) and tongue ties to her struggles with postnatal anxiety and depression. Her honesty and warmth make this episode truly special. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!

Resource Links:

Fair Play Cards

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Hey Google, Should I have a third child?! - with Maggie Chretien

Tue, 14 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 236 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we chatted to Maggie Chretien about a much requested topic: how do you know when to add another child to your family, whether it's going from two to three or any other number for that matter?

Things got a bit heated during this episode, and to be honest, we're not sure where we landed on the issue. But hey, we hope you enjoy it!!

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Would you say this is a raw dogging episode?! - with Sophie & Jayde

Tue, 07 May 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome back to all our beautiful Bumpies listening! We hope you’ve missed us. This episode is going to be an absolute mixed bag—or as we like to call it, "raw dogging it"!

You guys have sent us some questions you want answered as we discuss some topics we're eager to dive into. It’s been a while since we've given an update, and we suppose not much and yet everything has changed for both of us since then.

As always, we hope you enjoy this episode!

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Sex toys: where do we even begin?! - with Rach, from LBDO

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 234 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're chatting with Rachel Baker, the founder of LBDO, all about sex and intimacy. We reckon these topics are huge parts of parenthood often brushed under the rug, leading to heaps of shame and guilt.

Our Bumpies have flooded us with questions about sex and intimacy, so we're tackling them head-on. Questions like, "Help! I feel like I've totally lost my libido post-kids. Will it ever come back?" Or "What do you do when you and your partner have mismatched sex drives?"

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Resources:

LBDO

Emily Nagoski

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If I choose not to sleep train, will my baby ever sleep? - with Tracey, Holistic Sleep Mumma

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode 233 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're chatting with Tracey from Holistic Sleep Mumma. This time around, we're diving into the world of coping with sleep deprivation without going down the sleep training route. We'll explore those in-between options, because hey, you don't have to suffer through exhaustion, and you don't have to jump straight into sleep training either. There's a middle ground, and we're here to help you find it!

Hope you enjoy this episode!

Resources:

Holistic Sleep Mumma

Co-sleeping with your baby | Red Nose Australia

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💜 BHTB: SEASON 1 FINALE: How can we emotionally cope with miscarriage, IVF & infertility? - with Ceci Jeffries

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today’s very special season finale we sit down with Ceci Jeffries, and ask her all the questions you want to know about emotional health when trying to conceive yourself, and how to help your friend who is going through a rough time when TTC!

What is a good response to “at least you know you can get pregnant”?

How can we emotionally take care of ourselves after bad news: a negative test, a failed transfer, a miscarriage?

How does secondary infertility feel different to primary?

How can we keep our intimacy/sex life going when dealing with prolonged TTC?

How can we cope in the TWW?

What is the best way to support a friend in the trenches?

What’s the most considerate way to share your pregnancy news with a friend who is struggling to fall pregnant?

And so much more!

Hosts: La & Sophie

A huge thank you to all our incredibly brave guests this season, and our legendary, supportive audience - the bumpies! We will be back after this short break!

Resources:

The Fertility Collective

Pink Elephants Support Network

Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Behind the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Behind The Bump is the podcast for you.

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How do I find my style again as a mum? - with stylist, Liv Brown

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 231 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're chatting with Liv Brown from Rattle Style. We've had lots of Bumpies asking for an episode on postpartum and mom style, so we're excited to dive in — we discussed general fashion and gathered practical style tips. Plus, we had the chance to choose our top three style words and received a ton of fun tips along the way.

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Resources:

Rattle (Use code ‘bumpies’ for Mami Mode launching 1st of April!*)

iamibu.com

Where it Well by Allison Bornstein

Shameless Media

Clothing brands mentioned: Zara, H&M, Zulu & Zephyr, UNIQLO, Nat V

Goodbyes

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💜 BHTB: What was it like to adopt from another country? - with Tracey

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we are treated to an incredible tale of perseverance and triumph. Tracey, mama of two, shares with us the ride of her life falling in love with two babies in Rodrigues, after years of infertility. Unforseeably separated from her husband and family, sometimes without water, Tracey’s journey to become their forever mum gives shape to the words love and courage.

Hosts: Soph & La

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Is the mental load fair in your relationship?! Doing the Fair Play cards - with Nick and Sophie

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 227 of Beyond the Bump! In today's episode, Nick and I took a unique approach as we delved into the mental load Fair Play Cards.

We'll provide a proper update on our progress once we've had more time with it, but I must say, it's already making a world of difference. Although having said this, my plants are looking a little limp, so we may need to redistribute that card (haha!). But aside from that, things have been going very well and I can’t wait to do this with Jayde and Harry soon.

It's important to remember that every family's dynamics vary, but our experience has been positive, and we're excited to share it with you. Here's to hoping you find it as beneficial as we have!

Resources:

Plants in a Box

recipearce.com

The Fair Play Cards

The Fair Play Book

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💜 BHTB: How did you go on after two second trimester losses? - with Alyssa

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we have the absolute privilege of hearing from mama, Alyssa Movick. Alyssa has endured an unbelievably testing path creating her family and she speaks with humour and honesty as she unveils it all.

In honour of all her children, both here and passed, we speak their names: Louis, Vincent, Iluka, Lottie and we invite our listeners to do the same.

Hosts: La & Jayde

Resources:

My Midwives Brisbane

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How to feed your kids and not feel crap about it - with food scientist, Dr Emma

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 227 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're joined by the amazing Dr. Emma, a food scientist, and we dive into the fascinating world of kids and food.

In this episode, Dr. Emma enlightens us on what our kids 'should' be eating and how to navigate the guilt and shame often associated with what our kids are eating or not eating. She also shares practical tips and tricks for achieving a balanced diet for our children while also alleviating the pressure at the table.

Tune in for a refreshing perspective on nourishing our little ones and fostering a healthy relationship with food. We hope you enjoy!

Resources:

Follow Dr Emma on IG: @dremmabeckett

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💜 BHTB: How did you get pregnant AFTER having a hysterectomy?! Australia’s first uterus transplant story - with Kirsty Bryant

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today’s episode we hear from an incredible mama, who also happens to be Australia’s very first uterus transplant recipient!

Why did you need a hysterectomy?

Who donated a uterus to you?

What are the risks?

What was the cost?

Do you get a period?

Will you have it removed during birth?

We ask these and so much more! An incredibly riveting, jaw-to-the-floor journey!

Hosts: La & Sophie

Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Before the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Before The Bump is the poddy for you.

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What do you do when you're "not in labour" but you actually are? - with Haidee, proud Kamilaroi woman

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 225 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we've got the amazing Haidee with us. Haidee is a proud Kamilaroi person and she shares her experience having a pregnancy through the Aboriginal midwifery program. She also delves into the details of her childbirth; she discusses the challenges of feeling unheard during labour and the confusion when you're told you're not in labour but might actually be.

Tune in and soak up Haidee's story—it's raw, real, and relatable. We hope you enjoy!

Resources:

Listen to our episode with Ellen the HR specialist on Apple or Spotify

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💜 BHTB: What are the myths vs facts of fertility and IVF? - Your questions answered part 2 - with Dr. Timmy

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we keep our chat going with Dr. Timmy - Obstetrician, Fertility & IVF expert AND Sophie’s dad!

Should we freeze our eggs?
How often should we have sex when ttc?
Is ovulation tracking important?
Are eggs or sperm more commonly the issue?
When should we move to IVF?
How important is embryo grading?
What are the IVF success rates?

We ask Dr. Timmy these questions and so, so much more! An absolutely riveting and thoroughly informative chat!

Hosts: La & Jayde

Resources:

Follow Dr Timmy on Instagram: @timmychippin (Let’s get him to 1,000 followers Bumpies!!!)

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Anyone else feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Being compassionate with ourselves - with Belinda Haan

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 223 of Beyond the Bump!

This episode contains honest, personal discussions about difficult emotions such as rage and anger. Motherhood provides plenty of experiences of joy, love and gratitude but it also contains frustration, exhaustion, anger and overwhelm among many other emotional states.

If you are experiencing persistent painful feelings you need and deserve love, care and support. Please contact your doctor to discuss how to get the compassionate support you deserve.

Here are some free resources that may support you:

Postnatal Rage: Centre for Perinatal Excellence (COPE)
Gidget Foundation
PANDA
Beyond Blue
Working with our triggers: free guided reflection coming soon - sign up here.

The Emotional Support for Mothers toolkit (Coupon Code: BTB10)

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💜 BHTB: What are the myths vs facts of miscarriage and infertility? Your questions answered Part 1 - with Dr. Timmy

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we chat with Dr. Timmy - Obstetrician, Fertility and IVF expert AND Sophie’s dad!

What’s the most common reason for having a miscarriage?

Why do missed miscarriages happen?

Can stress/exercise/gluten cause miscarriage?

Is there any link between falling pregnant easily and recurrent miscarriage?

Is it possible to miscarry only a certain gender?

What is the best way to prepare your body for falling pregnant?

Can we improve egg quality?

How common is secondary infertility and WHY does it happen?

We ask these and SO much more! An incredibly in depth and informative chat.

Hosts: La & Jayde

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Boss Mama: how did you juggle HG with running small businesses? PND, PNA, IVF and so much more - with Keira Rumble

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 221 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're joined by the incredible Keira Rumble, owner of Krumbled, Habitual Beauty, and Mini + Me—a true powerhouse!

In this episode, we cover a range of topics from recurrent miscarriage and IVF to hyperemesis. Keira shares insights into building businesses and navigating postnatal challenges like anxiety, depression, and postpartum rage.

A massive thank you to Keira for her openness and honesty. We hope you enjoy this raw and insightful conversation, finding connection and inspiration in Keira's journey!

Resources:

Mini + Me

Krumbled Foods

Habitual Beauty

Hyperemesis Australia

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💜 BHTB: What does infertility feel like for a man? - with Jon Summers

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - Ever wondered what the hell is going through your partner's mind when trying to conceive with IVF? Jon opens up about the incredible journey he has been on, trying to make a family with his wife after an unfortunate illness left him, or so he thought, infertile. He calls himself The Infertility Man. We call him a legend.

Hosts: La & Jayde

Resources:

The Work by Byron Katie

The Man’s Guide to Infertility by Jon and Laura Summers

Keys to the Kingdom by Alison A. Armstrong

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So what can I put on my face? Talking pregnancy & postpartum skincare - with Ellie, Skincare Expert

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to Episode 219 of Beyond the Bump! Join us as we sit down with Ellie, a skincare expert from Dermalogica. Today, we're delving into the nitty-gritty of pregnancy, postpartum, and breastfeeding skincare.

Ellie breaks down the do's and don'ts, separating skincare myths from reality. Forget the overwhelming 15-step routines – we're here to uncover what truly works. Whether you're rocking a baby bump or already knee-deep in motherhood, Ellie's got the inside scoop on the essentials.

We hope you enjoy!

Resources:

Dermalogica

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💜 BHTB: How did you cope with another woman carrying your child? - with Lisa Clements

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - Today we interview Lisa Clements as she achingly shares her road to surrogacy, a story she never imagined would be hers. Spanning many years and continents we are privy to the most epic journey of love, loss and surrender as Lisa faces miscarriage, infertility, IVF and eventually the grief and joy that simultaneously swells as her daughter is carried by a surrogate.

Hosts: La & Sophie

Resources:

Complete Surrogacy Solutions - Surrogacy Agency

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SAHD - Is it the same as being a SAHM?! - with Chi Shurn Lo

Tue, 13 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to episode 217 of Beyond the Bump where we chat with Chi, a stay-at-home dad of two. Join us as we dive into the pros, cons, praise, pressure, isolation, and everything in-between of being a SAHD.

Ever wondered about the difference between being a stay-at-home dad and mum? We're spilling the beans on daily routines, the mental load, and even tackling parental preference. Stick around as Chi also dishes out some fantastic advice on how dads can up their involvement game with the little ones.

We hope you enjoy!

Resources:

Follow Chi on IG: @yummmchi

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💜 BHTB: Why would you risk terminating to get a second baby? - with Melissa Barker

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - Today we interview the candid Melissa Barker as she generously shares her story of secondary infertility, repeat miscarriages and a genetic diagnosis which led to a heart-wrenching risk.

Hosts: La & Jayde

Topics discussed: secondary infertility, recurrent miscarriage, emotional wellbeing, IVF, Fragile X Syndrome, TFMR (Termination For Medical Reasons).

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1 year of Pearl: How has it been having three kids?! - with Sophie & Jayde

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:59:39 +1100

Welcome to episode 215 of Beyond the Bump where we delve into Pearly girl's first year of life.

Join us as Sophie dives into heartfelt discussions on transitioning from two to three girls, explores what they did differently with Pearl, and experiences the bittersweet emotions of embracing her as the final addition to their family.

We hope you enjoy!

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💜 BHTB: After multiple miscarriages and IVF, how did you get a baby “for free? - with Katie Farrell

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 07:00:00 +1100

BEHIND THE BUMP - Today we interview Katie Farrell, a beautiful teacher and mum of 1, who expertly shares her story with recurrent miscarriage, Gestational Trophoblastic Disease, IVF and a really bad flu which changed Katie’s life in a wondrous way.

Hosts: La & Sophie

Topics discussed: recurrent miscarriage, chemical pregnancy, molar pregnancy, chemotherapy, pregnancy after loss, IVF, Natural Killer Cells, sperm motility.

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Guess Who's Back From Holidays?! Starting School, Having ADHD, Travel With Kids (And More Importantly, Without) And A New Mini Series! - With Sophie & Jayde

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 07:00:00 +1100

Hey Bumpies! We're back in the poddy pod, bursting with excitement for the very first episode of the year.

Join us as we dive into the details of our recent travels in the past few weeks— our festive season trips to Melbourne, Sophie's family adventure in Japan, and Jayde's Bali getaway with girlfriends.

In a vulnerable moment, Jayde also shares her recent ADHD diagnosis, offering a glimpse into her personal journey. Meanwhile, Sophie gets emotional about Poppy starting big school, Goldie in preschool, and baby Pearl gearing up for her first birthday!

We've missed you, and to make up for it, we're doubling up on content with the launch of our new podcast, "Behind the Bump." Tune in this Thursday, February 1, for the first episode of our mini-series exploring the myriad ways people become parents.

Thanks for being part of our journey, Bumpies! We love you!!!

Resources:

Join the Behind the Bump Facebook group HERE

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Raising three boys, challenging sibling adjustments, some exciting BTB news ... what didn’t we cover - with Laksmi Wilson

Tue, 19 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to episode 212 of Beyond the Bump - our final episode for 2023!!!! Join us as we chat with the amazing Laksmi Wilson all about the chaos and charm of raising three boys and tackling sibling adjustments.

The title says it all, so kick back, and enjoy our last hurrah of the year. Wishing everyone a joyous Merry Christmas (for those celebrating) and a fantastic New Year! We'll catch you back here, same time, same place in 2024!

Oh, and we've also got some pretty exciting news to spill! If you're missing us over the festive break, no worries – we're coming back with double the BTB goodness for the first bit of 2024!!!

We love you Bumpies!!!

Resources:

Follow @drowningindudes

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Feeling stressed about your bub’s first Christmas?? Lowering the pressure and some tips and tricks - with Claire Andrews, MCHN

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to episode 211 of Beyond the Bump! In this festive edition, we're joined (once again!) by Claire Andrews, a maternal child health nurse and midwife, and we delve into the ins and outs of navigating your baby's first Christmas and holiday season.

The holidays can be overwhelming, especially when you're still adjusting to your new bundle of joy, managing routines, and dealing with well-intentioned opinions.

Our discussion today is filled with personal anecdotes along with Claire's professional advice - from handling the holiday chaos to finding joy in the midst of stress, join us as we aim to simmer down the Christmas pressure and reignite the spirit of joy during this special season.

We hope you enjoy!!

Resources:

Follow @safehandsparenting

Listen to @themoment.podcast

Feed Safe app

Cloud Baby Monitor app

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Child loss - how do you go on when your child dies? Discussing genetic screening and Mackenzie’s Mission - with Rachael Casella

Tue, 05 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to episode 210 of Beyond the Bump! We sit down with Rachael Casella all about child loss - from finding out her daughter's diagnosis to navigating through the loss. We also chat about genetic carrier screening and Mackenzie's Mission.

It's a genuine and touching conversation, and we're grateful to Rachael for letting us in on her story as well as sharing Mackenzie's journey with us.

To learn more about Mackenzie's Mission - mackenziesmission.org.au

To learn more about Lumi Health - lumihealth.com.au

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The mental load of Christmas - are you letting out your inner elf or grinch this year? - with Sophie & Jayde

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to our CHRISTMAS BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're chatting all about the mental load of Christmas – because let's be real, nothing quite says burnout for a mum like the end of November and start of December!

Join us as we navigate the challenges and share experiences, aiming to make you feel less alone during the festive season.'Tis the season for real talk on the merry, messy side of motherhood!

We hope you enjoy!!!

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ADHD - is it mum overwhelm or could it be something more? Talking ADHD in women - with Jane McFadden from ADHD Mums

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to episode 208 of Beyond the Bump! Today we chat to Jane McFadden, the amazing mama behind the podcast, ADHD Mums.

As a mother recently diagnosed with ADHD, Jane sheds light on the surge in awareness, especially among women and mothers. Join us as we explore the reasons behind the uptick in diagnoses, the prevalent misconceptions surrounding ADHD, and the unique manifestations in girls, women, and moms that defy stereotypical expectations.

The episode then takes an intriguing turn as Jayde reflects on how these symptoms resonate with her own experiences, turning the discussion into a delightful journey of self-discovery.

We hope you enjoy!!!

Resource links:

Listen to Jane's podcast: ADHD Mums

Contact Jane: jane@adhdmums.com.au

Follow ADHD Mum’s on IG: @adhd_mums

If you are keen to be assessed for ADHD and don’t know where to start listen to Jane’s episode is here

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Did you experience the 4 month dip or the 8 month drop? Cause we sure did!! - with Claire Andrews, MCHN and midwife

Tue, 21 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +1100

We've got the incredible Claire Andrews, a maternal child health nurse and midwife, talking all about the four-month dip and the eight-month drop. Have you ever felt like you hit a bit of a lull in the newborn phase and wondered if it's just you? Claire's breaking down some of the unexpected moments at the start of mum-life that often fly under the radar. Join us for an eye-opening conversation as we navigate the unspoken aspects of early parenthood. We hope you enjoy!!!

Resource links:

@safehandsparenting

@themoment.podcast

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TWEENS: What is going on? - with Michelle Mitchell, parenting educator

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to the latest episode of Beyond the Bump! In Episode 206, we're chatting all about tweens - a phase that might not always get the spotlight it deserves amid the abundance of resources for toddlers and young kids.

Join us for a chat as we explore the ins and outs of tweenhood. What makes this stage so special? When is the right time to dive into discussions about periods, the birds and the bees, and the ever-evolving digital landscape? Plus, we'll share some laughs and insights into the delightful (and sometimes challenging) shift in parent-child dynamics.

Tune in for insightful discussions and expert advice on navigating the complexities of parenting beyond the toddler years!

Resource links:

www.michellemitchell.org

Follow Michelle on Facebook: Michelle Mitchell - Author-Educator-Speaker

Follow Michelle on Instagram: @michellemitchellauthor

Michelle’s book recommendations:

TWEENS: What kids need NOW before the teenage years

A Girl’s Guide to Puberty

A Guy’s Guide to Puberty

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BONUS EP - 4 years of BTB, have we learnt anything?! - with Sophie and Jayde

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to a special BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump! We can't believe it's been almost four incredible years since we embarked on this podcasting journey, and we're beyond thrilled to celebrate over 6 million downloads with you, our amazing listeners.

In this episode, we're answering some of the questions you've sent in. How did we meet? Why did we decide to start a podcast? Are we besties? Plus, we'll explore whether envy ever creeps into our relationship? And if we have any regrets or things we'd do differently if we could turn back time?

To wrap things up, we'll take a trip down memory lane by revisiting some of our first episodes, where the audio quality was... let's say, less than ideal.

Most importantly, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who've stuck with us for these four incredible years. Your support means the world to us, and we couldn't have done it without you. We love you Bumpies!!!!

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Food for thought: how can we raise kids with a healthy relationship with food and body image? - with Lyndi Cohen, nutritionist and dietician

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 07:00:00 +1100

On Episode 204 of Beyond the Bump, we're joined by Lyndi Cohen. Lyndi is a nutritionist and dietician and in this episode, we're redefining how we approach food when it comes to feeding our little ones.

But it's not just about what's on the plate; we're reshaping the conversation — unlearning those '90s/early noughties food myths and embracing a fresh perspective on nourishment.

Trigger warning! This episode touches on disordered eating and eating disorders – so hit pause if that's a sensitive topic for you.

Resource links:

Instagram @nude_nutritionist

No Wellness Wankery Podcast

lyndicohen.com

Free 5-day course to stop binge eating

Your Weight Is Not The Problem

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School readiness - what does being ready for school even look like? - with Andrea, from Leor

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100

On Episode 203 of Beyond the Bump, we're joined by Andrea from Leor to delve into the topic of school readiness. When Soph posted that Poppy was starting school, a lot of our listeners wrote in asking, How do you know if your little one is ready for school?

We understand that school readiness is child dependent, and not everyone has a choice. However, our episode aims to provide insights and practical tools for those embarking on this important transition.

Join us for a discussion as we explore ways to assess your child's readiness for school and help them prepare for this exciting new chapter.

Resource links:

leor.com.au

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Parental Preference - why does my child only want one of us? - with child psychologist, Emily

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Welcome to episode 202 of Beyond the Bump! In today's chat, we're diving into the fascinating world of parental preference with child psychologist, Emily, from the @theplayfulpsychologist.

We'll be chatting all about what parental preference is and why it can happen. We hope you enjoy!!

Resource links:

theplayfulpsychologist.com

Follow Emily on Instagram: @theplayfulpsychologist

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Is pocket money okay? How to teach our kids the value of money - with Frances Cook, financial journalist

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Join us for episode 201 of Beyond the Bump as we welcome back the delightful Frances Cook to the poddy. Frances is a financial journalist and today we are chatting all about how to discuss money with our kids.

From the age-old debate of pocket money to the pros and cons of paying kids for chores, we explore various aspects of teaching financial responsibility to the next generation. We also touch on the significance of kids buying things for themselves and how these experiences can shape their understanding of money.

We hope you are all being kind to yourself this week and can find some lightness in this episode.

Resource links:

Rich Dad Poor Dad

Making Money Simple Course

Follow Frances on Instagram @francescool.nz

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The snip! What actually happens in a vasectomy?? - with urologist, Dr Gideon Blecher

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100

Join us for episode 200 of Beyond the Bump as we sit down with urologist, Dr. Gideon Blecher. Dr. Gideon chats to us all about vasectomies - What exactly is a vasectomy? How does the procedure work? What's the recovery process like? And so much more. We hope you enjoy!

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How can we set better boundaries as a mum? - with Yara, Life After Birth Psychology

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In episode 199 of Beyond the Bump, Yara, from Life After Birth Psychology, is in the poddy and together we dive into the crucial topic of boundaries, with a focus on motherhood.

Join us as we explore the art of setting boundaries while juggling parenthood and family responsibilities. In a world where the term "boundaries" is often overused, we dissect its true significance; as well as discover how to maintain personal boundaries without isolating ourselves from our tribe.

Resource links:

lifeafterbirth.com.au

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How can I create a flexible work life post kids? - with Ellen Hooper, HR Coach

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 198th episode of Beyond the Bump, we're thrilled to have Ellen Hooper, an experienced HR coach, join us. Ellen shares her wealth of HR knowledge as we dive into the world of post-baby work arrangements. Whether you're a new parent returning to work or already in the workforce, this episode is packed with insights on negotiating flexible work arrangements.

We explore part-time roles, job sharing, and the benefits of working from home. Tune in for valuable tips on achieving work-life balance in the modern workplace.

Resource links:

@ellen.hooper.consulting @growthcollectiveau

www.ellenhooper.com
www.growthcollective.com.au

Follow Paula Kuka on IG: @common_wild

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How do you navigate a breast cancer diagnosis when you have small kids? - with Holly Schleich

Mon, 18 Sep 2023 20:45:00 +1000

In our 197th episode of Beyond the Bump, we are joined by the remarkable Holly, who shares her courageous journey of battling breast cancer over the past year and a half. We won't give too much away here because Holly's storytelling is nothing short of beautiful, so you'll want to hear it in her own words.

Please be aware that this episode contains discussions about cancer, so consider this a trigger warning. We hope you find Holly's story valuable and impactful.

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What can we tell from the poos and spews of a bub? - with paediatrician, Dr Golly

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Join us on Beyond the Bump podcast for Episode 196, where we're joined by paediatrician, Dr. Golly.

Dr. Golly answers all your burning questions about baby's poop and spit-up. Discover the secrets behind baby's digestive adventures, including what different poos mean, when spit-up is a concern, and practical tips for parents. Don't miss this insightful journey into the world of parenting with a trusted expert, Dr. Golly.

Resource links:

Listen to our previous episodes with Dr Golly:

Bristol Stool Chart

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What does it mean if your bub has a cleft lip or palate? - with mama, Hannah King

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Get ready for an eye-opening journey on episode 195 of Beyond the Bump podcast!

In this heartwarming conversation with Hannah King, we delve into her incredible story of resilience when her firstborn was diagnosed with a cleft palate and cleft lip.

It's a topic that is often overlooked, but we feel is one that will resonate with many parents - even if you haven't experienced it personally, you'll still find it incredibly informative.

She also shares her courageous journey through miscarriages, reminding us that we're never alone in our struggles.

Resource links:

Listen to We Don’t Have Time For This podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

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How can we be smarter with our money once we start a family? - with Frances Cook, financial journalist

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Tune in to episode 194 of Beyond the Bump as we sit down with Frances Cook, a former self-proclaimed financial hot mess turned financial advisor and journalist. Get ready as we dive into the current economic landscape, exploring soaring prices and mortgage rates, and uncovering paths to financial freedom.

Join us as Frances provides guidance on how to make smarter financial decisions for your family, including preparing for maternity leave and securing your financial future, especially for stay-at-home parents. Learn practical day-to-day money-saving tips and discover efficient ways for parents to invest in their children's futures.

Whether you're a financial novice or looking to make wiser money choices, this episode has something for everyone. Tune in now for a wealth of financial wisdom.

Resource links:

Follow Frances Cook on Instagram @francescooknz

Your Money Your Future by Frances Cook

Listen to Cooking the Books with Frances Cook podcast on Apple or Spotify

Money Smart

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What’s life like now that Pearl is 6 months old? - with Sophie

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Dive into episode 193 of Beyond the Bump as we explore 6 months with little Pearly girl. We tackle questions on eating, sleeping, teething, transitions, self-care, relationships and SO MUCH more!

Resource links:

Le Puree

Download the Feed Safe app on Apple or Android

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How do you go on when you discover one of your twins is ”incompatible with life”? - with Amie Rohan

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Tune in to episode 192 of Beyond the Bump as we sit down with the incredible Amie. Amie chats to us about her journey being pregnant with twins, and the shocking twist of finding out one of her twins was not compatible with life. Get ready for some real talk about heartache, healing, and the courage to try again.

Just a heads up: This episode delves into the sensitive subject of infant loss. If you're not in the right space for it right now, no worries at all. Your well-being comes first.

Resource links:

Red Nose Australia

Follow Amie on Instagram: @amierohan_

Blake Worrall-Thompson - Lifestyle and Mindset Coach

If You Were Here by Elisabeth Sophia

Angel Tutu Dress by Amie Rohan - all proceeds go to Red Nose

Baby Loss Affirmation Cards by Priyanka Saha

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Our first live podcast recording!! What are some common newborn myths? - with Clare, midwife

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Join us for our first ever LIVE podcast recording on Beyond the Bump.

In our 191st episode on Beyond the Bump, we are joined by the beautiful Clare from @the.womb.rooms, an educational platform on IG. Clare is a midwife and together, we debunk newborn myths versus facts, helping you navigate and sift through the noise of newborn knowledge. Don't miss this epic episode!

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Mixed feeding, what actually is it and how do you do it? - with Susie Prout, lactation consultant

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 190th episode of Beyond the Bump, we delve into the world of mixed feeding with lactation consultant, Susie Prout. Addressing common concerns and uncertainties, Susie's guidance brings clarity to the mixed feeding journey. Whether you're wondering where to start or fear making mistakes, this episode empowers you with the tools and knowledge to embrace mixed feeding confidently.

Join us for a heartwarming discussion on nurturing connections and finding joy in the beautiful moments of feeding your little one!

Resource links:

Susie Prout | Lactation

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What’s it like to have hyperemesis? Chatting HG - with Caitlin & Yanika from Hyperemesis Australia

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Join us for our 189th episode of Beyond the Bump. This time, we're delving into the challenging world of hyperemesis gravidarum. Join in on our conversation with Caitlin from HG Australia and Yanika from biglittlethings as we share our experiences with HG, offer insights on how friends and family can provide support, and discuss preparation for future HG pregnancies and post partums.

Trigger warning! We do talk about pregnancy termination and suicidal thoughts in this episode!

Resource links:

Hyperemesis Australia

Biglittlethings.store

biglittlegifting.com

Listen to Caitlin and Yakinka’s podcast, you, me & hg

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How do we bring up boys who like themselves? - with Kasey Edwards

Tue, 04 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Join us for our 188th episode of Beyond the Bump, as we welcome the incredible Kasey Edwards back to the show. After our recent conversation with Kasey about raising girls who like themselves, we couldn't ignore the overwhelming demand from our boy mamas: 'When is the boy episode coming?' Well, the wait is over!

Join us as Kasey, an author and mum, dives into the research from her latest book, 'Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves.' We asked her all your burning questions about raising empathetic and kind boys who remain resilient and strong.

This episode isn't exclusively for parents of boys. There are just as many valuable tips and insights from this conversation as there are from our girl episode – it's all about raising kids who genuinely like themselves!

P.S. We will be going on a two week midyear podcast break after this episode. Enjoy, and we'll see you soon!

Resource links:

Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves

Raising Girls to Like Themselves

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So you’re thinking about a sea change? Navigating motherhood away from your family and making new friends in a new place - with Erin, founder of Le Purée

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Join us in our 187th BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump as we dive into the exciting world of motherhood and living away from family. In this episode, we sit down with Erin, a remarkable mama to three girls and the founder of Le Puree. Get ready for a lively discussion as Erin shares her insights on the perks, drawbacks, and unexpected realities of living away from family. Discover how she navigates the challenges and finds support in a different country. From the value of independence to the quest for assistance, we explore it all in this eye-opening conversation.

In this engaging episode, we also hear from Jayde, who moved to a different state after becoming a mother, and Sophie, who relocated before starting her family. Together, we all reflect on our personal experiences and shed light on the unique aspects of living away from family. Whether you're contemplating a big move or curious about the joys and drawbacks of being away from your support network, this discussion will provide valuable insights and plenty of laughter along the way.

And as always, we hope you enjoy!

Resource links:

Listen to Beyond the Bump Episode 68: Making Friends as a Mama on Spotify or Apple Podcasts

Join our Facebook group: BTB MAMA MATES MEET UPS

Le Puree

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Being a Dad for a decade: how has fatherhood changed and shaped your life? - with Nick (Harry) Couldwell

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +1000

Join us in our 186th episode of Beyond the Bump, as we chat with Nick (Harry) Couldwell all about hitting a very big milestone: 10 years of parenthood!!! We go back to the very beginning, from the thrill of finding out they were expecting to the challenges of postnatal depression and relationship hurdles, we explore it all. Brace yourself for raw emotions, unexpected twists, and inspiring insights on growth, love, and resilience. Don't miss this milestone celebration episode - it's a rollercoaster ride of emotions you won't want to miss!

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I’ve brought my newborn bub home, now what?1? - with midwife Clare

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 185th BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Clare. Clare is a midwife and a mother of three and today she answers all your newborn questions:

What can we expect over the first few days after having a baby?
How long does it take for our milk to come through?
Why is there such a varied amount of time that people stay in hospital after a ‘straightforward’ birth?
Words of advice for first time mums when taking their newborn home for the first time?
What are some things we can do to prepare for the coming home process while we’re waiting for bub to arrive?
What should be the first thing we do when we walk through the door with a newborn?
What should we expect in terms of sleep in a newborn?
How can we reassure ourself when bub is sleeping that they’re actually okay?
Why do so many bubs not like sleeping in a bassinet but will sleep on us?
Is it advised to swaddle all newborns or do some just not like it?
When should we move to a sleepsuit?
Should we be timing our feeds?
Should we be breastfeeding off both sides?
What’s the difference between oversupply and mastitis? And some tips to manage both.
What about low supply, what are some things we can do?
If we are exclusively breastfeeding how do we know our baby is getting enough?
Are some bubs burpers and others just not?
What’s the general poo journey of a newborn and when should we be concerned?
How much bleeding is to be expected after birth and when should we be concerned?
Let’s bloody talk about after birth pains!! And some tips on how to manage them!
How long should we wait to bath our bubs? And what’s the benefit of waiting a little bit?
How do we know if our bub is dressed correctly for the weather?
Advice on getting family to give us some space after giving birth.
Thoughts on having visitors at the hospital?
What are some general health red flags for mum and bub that we should look out for?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Resource links:

The Womb Rooms

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Why does no one talk about termination for medical reasons? (TFMR) - with Isobel, mama of angel baby, Ollie

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 184th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Isobel. She chats to us about her journey going through termination for medical reasons (TFMR). Please note that this is a very personal story and is in no way medical advice.

Trigger warning for anyone who has gone through infant loss, still birth, or miscarriage, you may find this episode difficult to listen to.

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Winter bugs, how do we cope and when do they end?! - with Dr Golly, paediatrician

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 183rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Dr Golly and he gives us a brilliant rundown of winter bugs. We hope you enjoy!!!

Are people getting more sick post Covid or is it our brains’ tricking us and Winter has always been this bad?
Eastern versus Western medicine practices.
What are the most common illnesses in kids during Winter?
How do you treat lice? And is there any way to prevent it?
What are some red flags we should look out for in our kids when it comes to winter illnesses?
What does Dr Golly have in his medicine kit at home that’s worth parents having?
What’s a normal amount of illnesses per year?
Should we be sending our kids to daycare to build a stronger immune systems?
Do immunisations help with all the illnesses?
Thoughts on kids under five years old getting the flu vaccination?
How long is someone contagious for when they have the flu?
Should we be using humidifiers when our kids have upper respiratory tract infections?
Is it a myth or a fact that being cold makes you sick?
How should we dress our kids when they have a fever?
Does the colour of kids snot mean anything?
Viral versus bacterial. What are the differences between the two and which is more common?
Should we be giving probiotics together with antibiotics?
Tips for children who will not take medication.
How cautious do we need to be about keeping toddlers away from newborns? And should we pull our little one out of daycare when a newborn arrives?
Are there certain foods we should avoid feeding ourselves and our bubs after a gastro virus?
Why do bubs under 3 months who have a fever need to see the doctor?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Resources:

Listen to Dr Golly & the Experts podcast on Apple or Spotify

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What has postpartum with twins looked like for you? - with Leila, Postpartum Doula

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 182nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Leila. Leila is a postpartum doula from Village for Mama and she has recently had twins. She chats to us all about her twin pregnancy, her twin postpartum and everything in between. We hope you enjoy!!!

How did you know you were ready to try for baby number two?
What was it like finding out you were pregnant with twins?
Were you more sick while pregnant with your twins or your singleton?
How did you get through having hyperemesis with a young child?
How did you find ways to nourish your body while struggling with hyperemesis?
How was it carrying twins? How does it feel on your body?
Tips for getting through that mental game of waiting when you’re overdue.
What’s the reality of postpartum with twins?
What does a typical day look like for you?
What support did you put in place that practically helped you in your postpartum with twins?
How do you go about dividing your time between your four year old and your 7-week old twins?
What are things you should not say to a twin mum?
What are some newborn essentials for twins?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Resources:

Listen to Leila’s episode on The Boob to Food Podcast

Listen to Rana’s episode on Beyond the Bump

themealtrain.com

Follow Leila on Instagram: @villageformama

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How can we raise our girls to like themselves? - with author, Kasey Edwards

Tue, 30 May 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 181st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Kasey Edwards. Kasey is a researcher and coauthor of the book, Raising Girls Who Like Themselves – that’s all we need to say and we hope you enjoy!!!

Should we be raising our girls and boys differently?
How can we teach our daughters body love and acceptance?
What is the key to body confidence?
Should we be avoiding Barbie TV shows, fairytales and old school Disney princess movies?
How do we respond to our daughters when they ask us why we are putting on make-up or shaving our legs?
How do we tackle conversations with our kids when they’re wearing clothing that is inappropriate or want to be nude?
How do we help our kids make their own choices and decisions?
How do we teach our children what a good friend is?
Social media – when do we know that they're ready for it and how do we prepare them for it?
What’s the best way to teach our kids about consent and sex? And at what age should this start?
What if our daughter (four years old) is flirtatious and loves attention from older boys? Should we be worried?
How do we foster having independent, assertive and fierce girls, but still being able to parent them without squashing their self esteem?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Resources:

Raising Girls Who Like Themselves

Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves

Help your daughter choose friends who are good for her: https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/friend

Body confidence family health check: https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/healthcheck

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How is Pearl already 3 months old?!? Chatting about the fourth trimester with Sophie and Nick

Tue, 23 May 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 180th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Sophie and Nick and they answer all your questions about the fourth trimester with Pearl – how it’s been, how being a family of three has been, the hard parts, the good parts etc.

Which has been the hardest transition, 0-1 kids, 1-2 kids or 2-3 kids?
Tips for finding balance as well as time for yourself with three kids?
What’s your favourite part about having three kids?
What was harder, the first 12 weeks of pregnancy or the first 12 weeks having a newborn?
How has Pearl’s postpartum compared to the other two?
Sophie, how do you go about asking Nick for help?
How do you find time for each other amongst the chaos?
What do you do each day just for yourselves?
Top tips for preparing older kids for a new sibling.
How did you handle visitors in the newborn days? Did you have any set boundaries?
How is Pearl’s sleep at 12 weeks and is she in a routine?
What are the sleeping arrangements? And what does bedtime look like with three kids?
Top tips for sleep deprivation and how to remain optimistic during the newborn haze?
Are you sure you won't have a fourth?
Sophie, have you recovered physically? And how are you feeling about your postpartum body?
What baby items can Sophie not live without?
Is there anything they wish they had done differently in the newborn days?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Resource links:

Bednest Bedside Bassinet Co Sleeper

Beyond by BabyLove nappies

BabyDink Carrier Code: SOPHIE10

Baby loungers: Snuggle Me Organic or Linen Social

Bath Support from The Memo

The Essential Milk Bra (leakproof): MILK LABEL

Haakka Ladybug Code: SVPEARCE10

Modibodi Undies

Disposable Postpartum Underwear: Bubba Bump Baby

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Does dummy/thumb sucking deserve the bad rap? with Speech Pathologist, Jess

Tue, 16 May 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 179th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Jess. Jess is a speech pathologist and we chat to her all about thumb sucking and dummy use. This can be a pretty heated topic where parents have so many questions like, ‘what damage am I causing?’ versus ‘I need to use this to survive!’

Dummy versus thumb sucking. Is one better than the other?
Is there anything we can do to encourage thumb sucking? Or are some kids just into it and others aren’t?
Conversely, should we discourage thumb sucking and use a dummy instead?
What are the main concerns with thumb/finger sucking?
How would we go about weaning thumb/finger sucking? And how do we do it at night?
Everyone seems to be getting braces when they’re older nowadays, so why does it matter if our bubs move their teeth around with their thumbs?
What can we do if their thumbs keep getting blistered and sore?
Dummies — do they deserve the bad rap that they get?
What are the pros and cons of dummies?
When should we introduce the dummy?
Do dummies reduce the risk of SIDS?
If our bubs are less than one year old, what is the best way to wean a dummy?
How often are we supposed to be replacing and/or sterilising dummies?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How can I get my kid to play for more than two minutes? - with Erica, from Chronicles of Play

Tue, 02 May 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 178th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Erica from Chronicles of Play. Erica is a primary school teacher and a play enthusiast and we chatted all about the best kids toys, what we can get longevity out of, how to encourage independent play, imagination, creativity and so much more!!! We hope you enjoy!!!

What is ‘normal’ play for each age group/development?
Tips for those who feel embarrassed singing to their bubs.
What are the main things that we’re looking for when choosing toys for our kids?
What is open-ended play?
Why do children always play with things that are not toys?
Are lighter, bright, loud toys bad for our babies?
Will our kids be more creative if they learn to play with wooden, natural toys?
How do we know when a child has outgrown a toy?
What are toy libraries? And how do they work?
What are some examples of long-term toys?
How important is playing with our kids? What amount of time should be with us versus independent play?
Advice for mums who are struggling to play with their sons and stereotypical boy toys.
When we’re playing with our kids, should we be thinking about entertainment or education?
Tips for learning to play with other kids. And at what age is it important for this to start happening?
How can we help encourage independent play?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Resources mentioned:

DUPLO

Listen to, So let’s talk screen time - with Brad, Child Psychologist of Unplugged Psychologist on Apple Podcast and Spotify

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why don’t I love my baby? Pre and post-natal depression - with Annette

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 177th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Annette. Annette shares with us her experience and journey with postnatal depression after having her second child. We hope you enjoy!!!

Resource links:

In a crisis call Lifeline: 13 11 14

PANDA hotline: 1300 726 306

Panda.org.au

Follow PANDA Australia on Instagram @pandanational

Gidget Foundation

Beyond Blue

Butterfly Foundation

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS episode - what’s your parenting porkie?

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 176th BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re talking all things parenting porkies – whether that be little white lies that you tell your kids or maybe just full blown lies that your parents told you! We hope you enjoy!!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What actually happens in an induction? - with midwife, Beth

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 175th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Beth Ryan from @birthwithbeth_. Beth is a midwife and founder of PowerBirth online courses and today she talks to us all about inductions! We hope you enjoy!!!

Beth talks about her online course, Positive Induction of Labour, and why she decided to put it together
What is an induction? And would a stretch and sweep be considered one?
What are the most common reasons that people will get induced?
Can you get induced for a VBAC?
What about big babies? What questions should we be asking if we are being recommended to have an induction due to the size of our bub?
Can you just opt for an induction for any reason?
Are there different types of inductions?
Is induction more painful than natural contractions?
Is there benefit after you get your waters broken, waiting a while to see if that puts you into labour?
If we want an epidural, at what point in the induction process is it recommended?
Once the drip is up and we're in established labour, can the drip then be turned off?
Do you have to have continuous monitoring with an induction?
Cascade of intervention – what does that mean and is it a legitimate thing?
Is the negative stigma surrounding inductions justified?
And so MUCH MORE?

Resource links:

Birthwithbeth.com.au

Follow Beth on Instagram @birthwithbeth_

Take Beth’s online birth course PowerBirth

Take Beth’s online Positive Induction of Labour course

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s the mental load of IVF? 5 years of IVF, bipolar, donor sperm, eggs and so much more! - with Jossie Williams

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 174th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Jossie. Jossie reached out to us saying that she has been going through IVF for over 5 years - she has such a layered story with elements that we feel all our listeners can relate to. We hope you enjoy!!!

Jossie talks about being a gay woman who is with a transgender male partner.
Were there any hard times during Jossie’s teen years due to her sexuality?
When did Jossie’s reproductive journey begin? And when did she know that she needed IVF?
What’s the difference between IUI and IVF?
Jossie talks about having bi-polar and endometriosis and going through IVF
What is the difference between an IVF cycle versus a transfer?
What's it like living with bi-polar? And does Jossie ever have manic episodes?
Jossie talks about that excruciating two-week wait after an IVF transfer
What does the process of choosing a sperm donor entail?
What’s the process of egg donation? And was it something Jossie had ever considered?
Does Jossie and her partner plan on raising their child gender neutral?
What is social infertility?
What is the best way you can support someone going through IVF and/or infertility issues?
And so MUCH MORE

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Where are you Pelvic Floor? (post-partum pelvic floor issues) - with Ruth, physiotherapist

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In our 173rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Ruth. Ruth is a physio from Exhale Physiotherapy and she chats to us all about postpartum pelvic floor - what’s normal, what to look out for, what are issues and what can be done about them! We hope you enjoy!!!

Is it called the pelvic floor because it feels like our insides are on the floor postpartum?
What is the pelvic floor?
What if your pelvic floor is tight before giving birth, is that going to make you tear faster during birth?
Does anyone go from a ‘normal’ pelvic floor to a ‘too tight’ one postpartum?
We all know that our pelvic floor feels very foreign postpartum, but how do we know what it’s meant to feel like after giving birth versus being concerned because what we’re experiencing is outside what should be expected postpartum?
What are some things in birth that can put us at greater risk of having pelvic floor trauma?
The word episiotomy is thrown around a lot — why are they done and how do we recover from them?
Is our pelvic floor completely intact post c-section?
Should we all see a pelvic floor physio postpartum? And approx. how much would it cost?
Should everyone be doing their kegel exercises? And how do we know we’re doing them correctly?
Prolapse — what is it and what are we looking for?
There’s conflicting information regarding menstrual cups and what the suction can do to our cervix? Should we be avoiding them postpartum?
If we have a mild prolapse but it’s not severe enough to have surgery, are there any tools we can use to make us feel more comfortable day to day?
Why is surgery controversial when it comes to prolapse?
Bladder leakage — what are realistic expectations?
Stress incontinence — what can we do?
Top tips for getting back into exercise postpartum
Tips for enjoying sex again postpartum
Abdominal separation — is this something we should be worried about?
And so MUCH MORE!

Resources mentioned:

Bowl shaped menstrual cups:

www.exhalephysio.com.au

@exhale_physiotherapy

Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski Ph.D

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How does one return back to work after baby? - with Naomi, writer & postpartum doula

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 172nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Naomi. Naomi is a postpartum doula and she talks to us all about returning to work after having bub and how to make the transition that little bit easier. We hope you enjoy!!!

How can we be motivated to go back to work when over half our salary is going to go straight towards childcare?
Currently what are parents entitled to in terms of maternity and paternity leave after having a baby?
If you were working full time before you went on maternity leave but after 12 months you decide to go back part time, is the employer obliged to accept that or not?
What are ways to make a workplace more flexible? What are some examples of things we can request?
How to have those discussions and set those boundaries so that part time is actually part time?
Returning to work and being ignored for promotions while others that are less qualified and experienced are moving up the ranks! What to do?
What happens if you’re returning to work but want to have another baby soon?
If we are in the position to choose when to go back to work, how do we know when is the right time?
How do we find passion in our work when all we want to do is be home with our kid/s?
How do we juggle the mental load when returning to work?
Tips for getting out of the house in the mornings?
How to deal with mum guilt when returning to work?
How do we navigate pumping and/or feeding when returning to work?
How on earth can we get a job done when we’re constantly having to pick up our sick kid/s from daycare?
If we feel like we have baby brain/brain fog, how on earth do we return to work?
And so MUCH MORE?

Resource links:

Follow Naomi on IG: @cocoonbynaomi

‘Returning to work without losing your mind’ course

Drop the Ball: Achieving More by Doing Less by Tiffany Dufu

Esther Perel: Your Guide to Relational Intelligence

Fair Work Commission | Australia

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

So what do I actually have to avoid when pregnant?? Pregnancy myths vs. facts - with Dr Timmy, obstetrician, gynaecologist and fertility specialist

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 171st episode of Beyond the Bump, Dr Timmy is back in the poddy pod!! And he’s here to talk about pregnancy myths versus facts. We hope you enjoy!!!

When I’m pregnant, I can’t:
- Drink coffee
- Eat soft serves
- Eat sushi? And I can’t eat seafood because of the mercury
- Eat deli meats and soft cheese
- Eat runny eggs and/or eggs in general
Pineapples can cause miscarriages so I should avoid them in pregnancy
Avoiding foods during pregnancy leads to a greater risk of bub being allergic to that food
I can have tiny bits of alcohol when I’m pregnant
If I take Ondansetron or Zofran during pregnancy it increases the risk of my child being born with a cleft lip/palate
Ultrasounds are bad for the baby
I have to sleep on my side, not on my back during pregnancy
Your baby’s gender is impacted by the time in the cycle that you have sex
Nausea is worse if you’re having a girl
There are different cravings during pregnancy based on gender? Sweet it’s a girl. Savoury if it’s a boy
Carrying low means you’re having a boy
A faster heart rate is likely to be a girl and a slower one a boy
Heartburn means your bub has lots of hair
It’s a good sign if I have nausea at the start of my pregnancy
I should not do high intensity exercise during my pregnancy
Hot baths, saunas and spas are dangerous when I’m pregnant
I should be weighted at every antenatal appointment
Can I do laser hair removal when pregnant? What about Botox and/or other cosmetic procedures?
Can I dye or bleach my hair?
Can I smoke/vape during pregnancy?

Resource links

Quit Centre - Pregnancy and Maternal Health

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Is sibling fighting normal & when do we step in? - with child psychologist Emily from the Playful Psychologist

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 170th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Emily from the Playful Psychologist all about sibling rivalry and sibling fighting. Our listeners have been asking for this topic for a while now and we ourselves feel like we could do with some tips and tricks too! We hope you enjoy!

If we have an only child, how do we ensure we teach our kids the same social developmental skills as those kids with siblings?
If you have more than one child, what is considered a ‘normal’ amount of fighting?
Are there any kinds of behaviours to look out for that may indicate this has gone too far? How far is too far?
What do you do in the situations when one of your children is always dobbing on the other?
Is there a certain age gap where fighting and rivalry is worse? Or is it pretty much going to happen with all siblings?
When should we intervene? And how do we intervene so that it doesn’t come across as us favouring one child over the other?
At what age are children expected to be able to share?
Does it matter whose fault it is?
How do we teach our kids that not everything is a competition?
What to do if the older kid is a little too forceful towards the younger sibling?
How do we respond to our older child if they’re saying they, 'Hate their brother or sister!' or 'Can my brother and sister go back now!’
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How was your THIRD birth?!? Pearl’s birth story - with Sophie

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 169th episode of Beyond the Bump, Sophie FINALLY tells us about her birth with baby Pearl! We hope you enjoy!!

You can listen to Sophie's previous two birth stories: EP12: Sophie's two rapid births and the jump from one to two, on Apple Podcasts and Spotify

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What does pleasure mean to a mother? - with Regan Figg

Tue, 28 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 168th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Regan Figg all about finding pleasure in parenthood!

What is a Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) practitioner?
Why does pleasure not always equate to sexuality?
How did Regan get into the domain of pleasure? And why did she feel it was important enough to write a book about it?
How important is it to create awareness around what our thoughts are actually saying and consciously changing those narratives?
What are some examples of pleasurable things we can do around our kids, but not for our kids?
How can we prioritise pleasure when when we have that to-do list at the back of our minds?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you enjoy!!

Resource links:

A Mother’s Pleasure by Regan Figg

Link to the BTB Newsletter

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What are the steps in freezing your embryos? Are you living your back-up career? & so much more! - with Lola Berry

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 167th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to the incredible Lola Berry all about her experience with freezing her eggs! As always, when we have personal stories on the pod we do not want them to be treated as medical advice. We are also aware that everyone’s experience with freezing their eggs is going to be unique to them — so please take this as Lola’s story!

We hope you enjoy!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What have we been up to? Well, Sophie had a baby and Jayde had a colonic…

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 166th episode of Beyond the Bump, we thought that because we’ve been gone for a while – there’s new listeners, there’s a new member of the podcast family – we would get acquainted with things. We asked you guys to send in your questions about our life updates, and we answer them!! We hope you enjoy!!

Your questions:

I’m a new listener, can you please give a brief get to know you!
How is the transition from two to three kids?
I definitely want a third child, but my husband definitely does not. What should we do?
When did the nausea ease up for Soph during her pregnancy?
Soph, did you have much sex during your pregnancy?
The people want to know about your Bali trip, Jayde! How did it go? And how did you overcome mum guilt?
How is the juggle with bedtime going, Soph?
Give us the details on your colonic, Jayde? What was involved? And how do you feel?
Did you end up tidying up the vag before Pearl was born, Soph?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How did you start a podcast? And so much more - with Australian Birth Stories host, Sophie Walker!

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +1100

In our 165th episode of Beyond the Bump, we have Sophie Walker on the pod. Sophie is a fellow podcast host, @australianbithstories, and we chat to her a little bit about podcasting, a little bit about birth and most excitingly her NEW book!!!

What is Australian Birth Stories all about? What led to it? And how long has it been around for?
How many applications has Sophie received for Australian Birth Stories? And how does she choose which story to air?
How have people’s openness to talking about their birth stories changed over the years?
How does Sophie find talking about birth all the time? Given that birth stories can be quite a controversial topic at times.
Has Sophie ever recorded an episode that she then decided not to publish?
Pros and cons of having a co-host versus working solo. How does Sophie juggle it all?
Sophie has spoken to 100s of women about their births – what are the top three things that she recommends someone should do while they’re pregnant to prepare for birth?
Did Sophie ever experience gender disappointment having birthed three boys?
Now that Sophie has spoken to so many women on Australian Birth Stories, would she go back and do things differently for her births?
What can listeners expect from Sophie’s new book, The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Important links:

Head to australianbirthstories.com to pre-order Sophie’s new book, The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth

Memorable episodes on Australian Birth Stories:

Episode 180: Natalia Baechtold

Episode 163: Jodi Wilson

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Did things get better for you in the third trimester? - Third trimester diaries with Sophie

Thu, 02 Feb 2023 07:00:00 +1100

We’re back!!! And happy 2023 to our Beyond the Bump community!!!

We have so much in store for you this year and we cannot wait to dive right into your ear holes and overshare absolutely everything with you.

We’re gonna kick off this year with an episode we've been working on for the last 10 or so weeks – we slipped up a little bit along the way but this is Sophie’s third trimester diary.

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Did we answer your Christmas pickle!? (Not for little ears) - with Jayde and Sophie

Tue, 20 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 163rd and final episode of Beyond the Bump for 2022 we answer all your Christmas related questions and pickles!!

Questions:

What are your Christmas day routines?
How do you go about Santa? Any close calls?
How do you do gifting in the house? Does Santa give the big gifts or the small ones?
Can you tell a family member what to buy/what not to buy your kids for Christmas?
Did your kids ever do swimming lessons as babies and/or toddlers?
What does 2023 have in store for you both and Beyond the bump?

Pickles:

Gifts for parents and in-laws who “don’t want you to spend money”?
What to get a mother-in-law who has it all?
We have a big religious family and we’re the only ones that do Santa. How do I respond to my kids when their cousins spill the beans about Santa?
Every year my parent’s family play the ‘Gran is getting old card’, so we have to have Christmas with them. What would you do?
Kids with big age gaps, do you spend the same amount of money on the gift or the same number of gifts?
My mum is a bad drunk on Christmas, do I keep her as sober as I can? Or let her have fun but then everyone else suffers?
First Christmas with a baby, how do I juggle naps?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How did couple’s counselling save your relationship (and your sex life)? - with Maggie @thepeninsulamumma

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 162nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Maggie – you may already follow her on Instagram @thepeninsulamumma. Maggie talks all about how her relationship with her partner changed postpartum, the ups and downs, and how marriage counseling has been super helpful.

Tell us about your journey to motherhood. What was your relationship like before you had kids and when did you know you wanted to have kids?
What were the biggest shocks to motherhood for you?
Maggie opens up about her postpartum anxiety.
When did you know you were ready for a second bub?
Maggie talks about her and her partner’s lack of intimacy postpartum.
How did Maggie and her partner deal with having different parenting styles?
What prompted Maggie and her partner to start seeing a couples therapist?
What were some tips that Maggie and her partner were given from their therapist?
If we wanted to spice up our sex life, where do we start?
How do you find the time to prioritise sex?
For any of our listeners who feel like their relationship could be better, what are some tips and first steps for that?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Goodies mentioned:

Follow Maggie on Instagram @thepeninsulamumma

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP - Triplets?! Just, how? - with Tori Sevier

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 13:39:15 +1100

In our 161st BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Tori. Tori is not only a triplet mumma but she had a singleton first. She is an absolute powerhouse, and we all just want to know how? Just how?

Content warning! Tori does briefly speak about foetal reduction and what that is. If you find this might be triggering for you it might be best to skip this episode.

So you find out you’re pregnant with TRIPLETS. What happened next?
What is selective reduction?
What’s the difference between fraternal and identical multiples?
Do triplets run in the family?
Did you have morning sickness? How were you feeling with three babies in your tummy?
Can you have a vaginal birth with triplets?
What is preeclampsia?
What were the main things the triplets were in the NICU for?
How do you figure out who you’re feeding at what time? And did you breastfeed or bottle feed?
Was there anything you did/read about in preparation of having triplets?
How are there enough hours in the day to pump, feed, and put them to sleep?
How did your first born deal with the arrival of triplets?
How many hours of sleep were you averaging per night, when you first came home from the hospital?
Did you have to buy a new car to fit four capsules?
Are there triplet prams?
How was it starting back at work? And how did you get into the juggle of mumming and working?
How does the care look? Does one nanny happily look after all three triplets?
What are the most annoying things that people say to you out in public with triplets?
If you have a loved one that’s about to be a parent of multiples, what are things that can be really helpful to them?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What do we even call this episode?! Talking upbringing, past relationships, religion, pregnancy, fertility, birth journey & so much more!!! - with Saci Magree

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 160th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Saci Magree. This is probably one of the most chaotic, craziest, funniest episodes we’ve ever had. We can’t really tell you what it’s about, but we can tell you that we’ve never laughed so hard during an episode before. We hope you enjoy Legends!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What is Antenatal Depression and Anxiety? - with perinatal psychiatrist, Dr Fran

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 159th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Dr Fran. Dr Fran is a perinatal psychiatrist and we chat all about antenatal depression and anxiety. This topic is very close to both our hearts and we feel it’s such an important conversation to let as many mums and parents know that they aren’t alone in their feelings!

What is antenatal depression?
How common is antenatal depression?
If you have antenatal depression during your first, second or third trimester, what is the process to help the situation? How can we best manage it?
What is the cause of antenatal depression? Is it hormones?
What is the likelihood of postnatal depression if you had antenatal depression?
Does antenatal depression affect the baby?
How to deal with anxiety around pregnancy if you’ve had multiple losses
Tips coping with gender disappointment and being afraid that the sadness with trigger antenatal depression
How can we explain feelings of depression and anxiety to the people around us?
How can we best support someone we think has antenatal depression?

Important links:

If you find this episode triggering or feel that you have perinatal anxiety or depression you can speak to someone at PANDA 1300 726 306

To check out Dr Fran's Dopamine dressing, follow her on Instagram on @dreams.of.colour

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How did you recover from your 13 year long Eating Disorder (and so much more)? - with Rochelle Currie

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 158th episode of Beyond the Bump, Rochelle Currie is back in the pod. In this episode, Rochelle opens up about her journey with having disordered eating for most of her life and some of the triggers of that.

Trigger warning in this episode we talk about disordered eating as well as sexual child abuse!!

Important resources:

Lifeline 13 11 14

Butterfly Foundation 1800 33 4673

Rise Up + Recovery: An Eating Disorder Monitoring and Management Tool for Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge Eating and EDNOS

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP - What on earth are our kids actually thinking? Jayde asks her girls the hard hitting questions!

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our BONUS 157th episode of Beyond the Bump, Jayde’s two oldest girls, Mia and Billie, are in the pod and answer all your questions!!!

What does Mum and Sophie do for a job?
What do you think makes a good mum?
What does it feel like when mum hugs you?
If you could do anything today, where would you go and what would you do?
What makes you feel safe?
If you could be a parent for a day, what rules would you have?
What is the best way to make a fort/tent inside?
Do you think it’s possible to think of nothing? What is mindfulness?
Do you know where babies come from?
If a friend asked you to keep a secret that you didn’t feel comfortable keeping, what would you do?
What do you want to be when you grow up?
Do you believe in ghosts, fairies or Santa?
Would you guys like another brother or sister?
Do you think humans have a responsibility to look after the planet?
What do you think about social media
Do you think mum’s can be both happy and sad at the same time?
Should we always follow the rules even if they lead to danger?
What’s the difference between adults and children?
Do you think the world would be a better place if the kids where in charge? And why?
How do you guys feel when mum and dad disagree on something?
What is your favourite holiday?
What does mum do when she gets frustrated?
What scares you the most?
What’s your favourite thing about dad?
Why do you love your mum?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Are you stressing over bub’s sleep? Letting go of the mainstream rules - with Fiona from Mama Matters

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 156th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Fiona from Mama Matters. Fiona chats all about how sleep training is not the only way to get sleep in your household – it’s basically a chat about doing what feels right for you and your family and not following what everyone else is doing!!

How can we switch our mindsets, so we aren’t so obsessed with the ‘sleeping through the night’ narrative?
How can we have conversations with others about unrealistic expectations regarding our bubs sleep?
Is cuddling newborns to sleep, okay?
What are some ‘rules’or the things to think about if we are going to have a bub in bed with us?
Do dads have the instinct that mums do, that if they rolled over in a deep sleep, they would realise there is a baby there?
Is it possible to night wean, or for your bub to end up sleeping through the night when they are co-sleeping?
Tips for sleep deprivation!
If co-sleeping doesn’t work for your family, what are ways that we can have our baby’s needs met, while them still being in a separate sleep space?
Is self-settling a taught skill? Or will all kids eventually learn how to do it?
Tips for getting through sleep regression! And is it true that the 4-month sleep regression is a permanent one?
Is it true that when your baby appears tired, then they’re overtired?
What if we still feed our bub to sleep/have other sleep associations, but they’re about to start daycare or about to be looked after by someone else, how can we deal with that transition?
How can we keep our bubs in their cot without leaving them to cry?
How do we co-sleep with a baby who is on the move?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Goodies mentioned:

Australian Podcast Awards link

Fiona's website

Blog post by Fiona on Biologically "Normal" Sleep

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

So has the second trimester been sunshine and rainbows?! - with Sophie and Jayde

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 155th episode of Beyond the Bump, Sophie shares with us how her second trimester has been, and it’s been a wild ride.

Have you still got hyperemesis and are you still vomiting?
Why Sophie thinks she may have a prolapse? And the importance of seeing a women’s health physio for pelvic floor exercises.
How has this pregnancy differed from her other pregnancies?
How do you feel mentally in the second trimester versus the first trimester?
How on earth do you parent two kids while pregnant?
How do you deal with unsolicited comments about your pregnant body? And what comments have you been getting?
Do you compare your bump to others in the same gestation?
Have you been able to exercise this trimester?
Sex during pregnancy! How are you feeling? How’s Nick going and is he freaked out?
How’s the sleep going? Do you use a pregnancy pillow? And any specific sleeping positions?
When did you start feeling bub move?
Are you scared of having another child? And how do you think you will honestly cope?
What are you doing to prepare for the birth and postpartum period?
And SO MUCH MORE!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Have you heard about postnatal depletion? Tips for the fourth trimester - with Dr Oscar Serrallach

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 154th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the incredible Dr Oscar Serrallach. He is a functional GP and an expert in postnatal depletion, and we chat to him all about how to better prepare for the postnatal period.

Oscar talks about his struggle in finding resources and information about depletion and what women were going through!
What is ‘normal’ within the postpartum period?
How can we distinguish ‘normal’ postnatal fatigue versus postnatal depletion?
Is postnatal depletion like a spectrum? If you’ve got postnatal depletion, are you on your way to postnatal depression and/or anxiety?
Why something traumatic happing during your pregnancy could have a significant impact on a women’s fourth trimester
What are some things, at a societal, family, or individual level, that we can put into place to make a significant difference during the postpartum period?
How can we, in our very isolated homes and fast-paced lives, introduce some of these more traditional practices in a realistic way?
Is postpartum depletion worse in those women that stay at home versus those that go back to work?
Does vaginal birth or having a caesarean make a difference in postpartum depletion?
If we feel like we are depleted is there a test that we can do to confirm it?
Postpartum hair loss!! Why does it happen? Is there anything we can do to avoid and/or manage it? And is it linked to depletion?
Are there any supplements or nutrients women should take postpartum?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

When is it time to do couples therapy? - with couple’s therapist Megan Kozak

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 153rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Megan Kozak. Megan is a couple’s therapist and she answers all your relationship questions. You guys have been asking for this for a while and we totally get it – relationships are f*%@ing hard. So, we hope you find as much value in this chat as we did!

How does a couple find a good couple’s therapist?
What are some signs that may indicate that therapy may be beneficial to your relationship?
How do you know the difference between ‘I am not in love with my partner anymore’ versus ‘I am just in burnout’? Especially postpartum!
A lot of people say that the first year of marriage is really hard. Is this true and why does this happen?
How do you approach your partner if you think the relationship would benefit from therapy without them taking offence to it?
Do you think it’s possible for couples to get over infidelity?
If a partnership is planning on having a baby or are already pregnant, what are some important things to discuss?
Can you get a feel for what kind of parenting style your partner will have before becoming a parent? Or is this hard to predict?
Is it true that you will parent as your parents did or do the polar opposite?
Is both partners really wanting the partnership to work all it takes? Or sometimes does the partnership just have to come to an end?
If one partner feels that something is wrong and therapy is needed and the other partner doesn’t, where do you go from there?
If one partner is taking on more of the ‘stay at home’ role and the other partner is taking on more of the ‘working role’, how can we better explain to our partners that feelings of resentment are creeping in?
What to do if sex drives don’t match up?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What are Newborn Must-haves vs. Don’t-Needs? - with Sophie, Jayde and their unsolicited opinions.

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +1100

In our 152nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re talking all newborn essentials and how not to get swept up in the need to pre-purchase everything!

DISCLAIMER!!! We are not judging any first-time pregnant mums out there who are excited and want to buy all the things – we’ve been there, done that!

You’re a first-time mum and you’re planning on breastfeeding, what do you need and what do you not need?
- Do you need formula and bottles before baby is born?
- Do you need pre-purchase a breast pump before baby is born?
- What about nipple shields and breast pads?
- What about dummies? Is it necessary to have heaps of them?
What underwear do you need post birth?
Thoughts on having a nursey set up before baby is born.
Are caddy stations around the house necessary for feeding? And what are some essentials?
Clothes!! How do you know what to get and how many of each size?
Does your baby need a going-home outfit for your going home pictures?
How to know that your baby is dressed in sufficient amount of clothing?
Swaddles versus sleep suits?
Nappies and wipes? How much is sufficient?
When it comes to bassinets, what are we looking for? And is the Snoo worth it?
To capsule or not to capsule? And can you go straight to a car seat?
What to consider when choosing a pram.
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Goodies mentioned:

Barrier/Nipple cream – Lanolin

Haaka pump

Adult Diaper / Tena Disposable panties

ModieBodi post-partum undies

Susukoshi - baby clothing brand

BONDS zippys

Glow Dreaming

Love to Dream Swaddle

Bassinet co-sleeper

Snoo

Stokke Tripp Trapp highchair

Pram suggestions

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s it like being able to share the pregnancy, birthing and breastfeeding load? with same sex couple Moana Hope & Bella Carlstrom

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 12:32:00 +1100

In our 151st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Moana Hope and Bella Carlstrom. Moana and Bella are a beautiful same-sex couple who have just welcomed their second baby into their family. Bella gave birth to their first child and Moana to their second, and in this episode we chat all about their different experiences of pregnancy and birth!

When did Bella and Moana first meet and how quickly did they decide they wanted kids together?
How did Bella and Moana decide who was going to fall pregnant first?
What is the difference between IUI and IVF?
What is the process of choosing a sperm donor? And did they pick the same donor for both their kids?
How was Bella’s pregnancy? And did feelings of resentment ever creep up towards Moana?
Advice to partners who won’t experience birth or pregnancy.
What is their co-sleeping arrangement?
Having seen Bella go through pregnancy and birth, was Moana more excited or more hesitant?
How did Bella and Moana know they were ready to try for another baby?
What was Mo’s pregnancy and birth like?
Did Bella and Mo ever have fears around having favourites based on which child they birthed?
Being a professional athlete, how has Moana found the postpartum period?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

Resources:

Newsletter Chat for BTB legends

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Shedding some light during the darkness of depression - with Jayde and her brain

Tue, 27 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 150th episode of Beyond the Bump, Jayde sheds some light on her depression. We were going to skip a week of recording because Jayde has been going through another round of mental gymnastics, but Jayde thought it would be a good idea to get vulnerable and open up about things when she’s feeling down and out rather than when she’s her normal self.

If this episode is triggering for you please contact Lifeline Australia on 131114 or PANDA on 1300 726 306.

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How on earth do I wean my baby/child?! - with lactation consultant, Susie Prout

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 149th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Susie Prout. Susan is an international lactation consultant as well as a registered midwife and nurse, and we chat to her all about how to wean our bubs – both from the breast and the bottle!

Tips if you’re wanting to wean but your bub will just not take the bottle.
If a baby’s had a dummy, are they more likely to take a bottle?
When is it realistic to think a child can night wean and some tips on this.
Is there an optimal time to consider weaning our bubs?
How can we minimise the guilt when we’re completely touched out but bub still wants to feed on the boob?
Is there anything we can do in the lead up to weaning to minimise post-weaning anxiety and depression?
Practical tips for women who would like to wean an older child?
If our bub is over 12 months, is it necessary to replace a feed with a bottle?
Let’s talk about bottle weaning!!!
If we’ve recently weaned our little one and we have another one on the way, do we need to prep our child that we are going to be breastfeeding another baby?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Susie's FREE Breastfeeding Success Masterclass

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP - Fiji, our honest reviews of our family holidays!

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 148th BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat all things Fiji!!!

We want to preface this episode with, we understand the world is very expensive right now and travel is a luxury, but we both had a blast on our trips – we THRIVED and we think Fiji is the perfect family-friendly holiday.

Why we didn’t just survive our Fiji trips… we THRIVED!!!
Things to consider when planning and researching your trip to Fiji?
Staying on the mainland versus staying on one of the islands?
Packing essentials!!! What to pack and what not to pack (for you and the kids!)
Thoughts on going to Fiji whilst being pregnant.
Can you drink the tap water? And why you should bring a water bottle for each of your family members.
What PJs do you bring? Summer or winter?
What kind of swimmers to pack for the kids?
What could Jayde have done at the airport to make her life a little easier? (hint: ensure your name on your passport and vaccination certificate match!!!)
What kind of Covid tests do you need when you arrive in Fiji?
How long is the flight to Fiji? And some tips on flying with kids.
Transfer options from the airport to the island or mainland resorts.
Nannies and the kids club when on vacation in Fiji.
Things we would do differently next time.
And SO MUCH MORE!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s UP with blood pressure in pregnancy? - with Dr Timmy

Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 147th episode of Beyond the Bump, Dr Timmy is back!!! We’re chatting all about blood pressure issues in pregnancy and Dr Timmy is here to tell us everything we need to know!

Even if blood pressure issues aren’t something that you have experienced for yourself, this is still a super educational episode about something that can be super common in pregnancy!

Is it common for women to experience low blood pressure during pregnancy and if so, why?
Is the change in blood volume in pregnancy that what leads to shortness of breath, even early in the pregnancy?
How can you tell if someone has high blood pressure in pregnancy versus hypertension caused by anxiety/stress?
What is hypertension?
What is considered high blood pressure?
Is there anything that can be done to keep blood pressure down during pregnancy?
Is bed rest still something that is recommended for high blood pressure during pregnancy?
What causes the increase of blood pressure during the end of pregnancy? And can this be a sign that you’re about to go into labour?
What is preeclampsia? How common is it? And what are the most common symptoms?
How much does preeclampsia affect the unborn child?
What is HELLP syndrome?
If someone has preeclampsia, are they more likely to have a cesarian?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why being a ’Good Enough’ Mother is more than good enough - debunking the perfect parent myth with Dr Sophie Brock, sociologist

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 146th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Dr Sophie Brock. Sophie is a sociologist and we talk all about why being a 'good enough' mother is good enough or better than striving to be the 'perfect' mother!!!

What is the ‘perfect mother myth’?
Why is it NOT beneficial to our kids if we are the so-called ‘perfect mother’?
Do you think social media highlights the pressures of being the perfect mother more so than in the past?
The importance of having conversations about what it means to be a mother in today’s day and age.
How much attention/one-on-one time do our kids actually need each day?
Sophie speaks to the anger-guilt trap!
What does self-care actually look like? And how can we self-care in a way that actually feels good and doesn’t just lead to greater stress and expectations?
And SO MUCH MORE!

If you want to follow Dr Sophie Brock on instagram, you can find her (and all her wisdom) at @drsophiebrock . She also has a podcast that you can listen to here and if you want to know more about anger-guilt trap, she has a free training here.

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How has it really been?! Pregnancy and relationship Q&A Part 2 - with Sophie & Nick

Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 145th episode of Beyond the Bump, Nick and Sophie answer all of your relationship and baby #3 pregnancy questions. This is part 2 of a two-part series.

How did Sophie know she was ready for another hyperemesis pregnancy, without the fear of missing out on Poppy and Goldie's life?
How can you get your partner to understand that you’re struggling and hormonal and not just a raging bitch?
How does Sophie feel about her changing body?
What were Nick’s 'sex-pectations' during Soph’s pregnancy?
What did Sophie eat on her worse days versus what she can eat now?
Has Soph had any cravings during this pregnancy?
What were some helpful things that Nick did to help Soph feel better?
Does Soph feel jealous seeing other women ‘swim’ through pregnancy?
What model of care have Sophie and Nick chosen? Is it Dr Timmy????
Does Sophie think she’ll have an induction again?
Will Poppy and Goldie be at the birth?
Will Sophie take maternity leave? Will you still be releasing poddy episodes during the post partum period?
What's the baby’s name?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s really going on inside your child’s mind!? Emotional behaviour/intelligence - with Emily, child psychologist

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 144th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Emily from Playful Psychologist. Emily is a child psychologist, and we chat to her all about the buzz phrase at the moment, ‘emotional regulation’.

What is classed as ‘normal’ behaviour versus behaviour we need to look a little more into?
At what age can we teach emotional self-regulation techniques to a child?
If our child is having a melt-down and they’re not listening, they’re shouting, you can’t talk to them, you can’t reason with them, what do we do?
Are we to blame if our child is experiencing explosive behaviour?
If our kids are saying things like, ‘I hate you’ or ‘you’re not my best friend anymore’, how should we react?
Should we be putting our kids in timeout?
How to manage the situation is your child is having a violent tantrum?
What to do when your kids are harming themselves during a tantrum (e.g. headbutting the floor!)
Do we need a diagnosis before seeing a child psychologist?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child

Listen to The Imperfects episode, Lael Stone - Creating Emotionally Intelligent Humans

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Bloody great period stories! - sent in by you!

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 143rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we share some of your bloody great period stories - there is an absolute mixed bag in this episode, from first periods, relationship awkies, hectic hookups, all the way down to what our kids say about our periods!!!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How has it been really? Pregnancy and relationship Q&A Part 1 - with Sophie & Nick

Tue, 16 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 142nd episode of Beyond the Bump, Nick and Sophie answer all of your relationship and baby #3 pregnancy questions. This is part 1 of a two-part series.

How have the past few months been? (from Nick’s perspective)
Did Nick have any anxiety around Sophie being pregnant? And advice for dad’s who are experiencing anxiety.
Are they having a boy or a girl?
Did Nick and Sophie experience any gender disappointment?
Are Soph and Nick scared for the teen years?
How did Sophie and Nick know that they wanted a third child? And how did you agree on it?
How long did it take to conceive all three kids?
Why were Sophie and Nick using the pull-out method as contraception?
What are Sophie and Nick’s thoughts on waiting 12 weeks to announce?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Listen to the Pregnancy Diaries episode:

Apple Podcasts
Spotify

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How can we raise eco-aware kids while avoiding eco-anxiety? - with Amanda McKenzie co-founder of the Climate Council

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 141st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Amanda Mckenzie. Amanda is the CEO of Climate Council and she chats to us all about how we can raise eco-aware kids without causing eco-anxiety.

Where are we at when it comes to climate change?
What hope do the future generations in Australia have?
What needs to happen for changes to be made?
How can we help with change in our homes and in our communities?
What’s the best way to explain climate change to our children? And what’s the best age to start?
How can we raise our kids to be environmental stewards without making them unnecessarily anxious?
What are things that we can swap out at the supermarket that will actually make a difference? (especially in the expensive world we are currently living in!!!)
How many kids is too many kids?
How do we explain to our kids about food wastage?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Resources for kids:

You Can Change the World by Lucy Bell
The Lorax by Dr Seuss
Greta and the Giants by Zoe Tucker
Old Enough to Save the Planet by Loll Kirby
The Fog by Kyo Maclear
Stand Up! Speak Up! by Andrew Joyner
The Great Barrier Thief by Dr Suzie Starfish

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Should I go public or private? MGP? What are the different models of care for pregnancy? with midwife, Beth Ryan of @birthwithbeth_

Tue, 02 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 140th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with midwife, Beth Ryan. Beth runs a beautiful Instagram page called @birthwithbeth_ and we chat to her all about the different models of care.

You’ve just found out you’re pregnant, what do you do first?
What are the main differences between private care vs. public care in pregnancy?
What does it mean if you hold private health insurance but you’re in a public hospital? Why would you do that?
What’s the ballpark figure on public vs private?
Does private health insurance cover outpatient care?
How to go about choosing a private obstetrician that’s right for you?
If you’re considered moderate to high risk, is it better to go with private care?
Is it true that private doctors also deliver at public hospitals?
What is midwifery group practice (MGP)? And how do you get a place in one?
If it’s not indicated for medical reasons, is an elective cesarian an option in public care?
If you are wanting a VBAC is there a certain route that is best?
Where does a doula fit into the birthing room and are they generally “allowed” in all births?
Where does a private midwife fit in if you are birthing in a private hospital? And what is the benefit of having a private midwife?
And SO MUCH MORE

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Soph’s PREGNANT, so how’s the first trimester REALLY been? Week by week pregnancy diaries with Sophie and Jayde

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +1000

Guest what?! SOPHIE IS PREGNANT!!!! In our 139th BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump, Sophie shares with us her pregnancy diaries through her first trimester with baby number 3.

Is it a boy? Is it a girl? Listen to find out!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why won’t you sleep?! For kids 3-8 years - with paediatrician, professor and sleep expert Harriet Hiscock

Tue, 26 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 138th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Harriet Hiscock. Harriet is a professor, pediatrician and sleep expert and we chat to her all about why our kids (ages 3 – 8 years) may be having sleep issue.

What are some common issues that may affect a child’s sleep?
What’s the science behind Harriet’s books?
Is sleep a skill that needs to be taught over and over again?
When should kids be sleeping through the night? Or is it very normal for everyone to wake up during the night?
How common is frequent night waking? And why does this occur?
Teeth grinding? Is it common, why do kids do it and is it an issue?
Is bed wetting common and why does it happen?
How can we support a child who sleepwalks and talks?
What’s the difference between nightmare and night terrors?
Why do some kids have trouble waking in the morning/after a nap?
If a child is over the age of five and is struggling to stay away during the day is that a sign that there might be something else going on?
How do we know if our child has behavioural sleep issues or medical sleep issues?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Head to sleepwithkip.com to find out more about Harriet’s books. Use BTB20 for 20% off the books.

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How do you go on when your husband dies then your daughter is diagnosed with cancer? - with Brooke

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 137th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Brooke. Brooke talks to us about her journey of losing her husband to cancer, and then having her daughter soon after diagnosed with cancer.

We gained so much from this episode in terms of life perspective, grief, and having compassion for others and we hope you do too!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How do I know if my little one is ready for school? - with teacher & author, Danielle Murray

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our 136th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Danielle Murray. Danielle is a school teacher and author and we speak to her all about school readiness. We found this chat really interesting as we think that this is an area that can be quite stressful but not talked about often.

What are some pros in sending your child to school early?
What are the cons of a child being bored in daycare? Can it be detrimental?
If you are financially able to hold your child back, what are some of the pros of your child starting school that bit later?
Is stamina something to consider when deciding whether to send your child to school early?
How do we as parents juggle the work-school balance, especially in that first week of school/prep?
If parents are not getting a gut instinct, what are some things to consider when deciding whether your kid is ready for school or not?
How concerned should we be about speech? How do we know that they’re ready to go to school if they’re not all there with their speech?
Does my kid need to know how to write their name before starting school?
Is it okay if that first year at school/prep is a child’s first time in care?
How can we help our kids (emotionally sensitive or not) prepare for school?
Is it a myth that boys are ready for school later than girls?
Does bullying occur at such an early age as prep? And how do we prepare our children if we are not there to protect them?
How do we know if a teacher isn’t right for our child?
How can we prepare ourselves for our child to start school?
And SO MUUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Danielle's book, Before Big School: A Practical Parent's Guide to School Readiness

Listen to Ep 131, Thinking of conceiving? What you need to know about Pre-conception Genetic Testing - with Zoe, genetic counsellor from Eugene on Apple Podcasts or on Spotify

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How do you deal with Endometriosis? - with Meghan King & Hayley Anderson (@haylsa)

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 07:00:00 +1000

In our BONUS 135th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with two guests, Meg King and Hayley Anderson, all about their endometriosis journeys. Endometriosis is a condition that affects so many women; we couldn’t speak about it from our personal experience, so we thought why not bring two amazing guests to share their personal stories with you!

At what age did Meg get her first period? And when did they start becoming problematic for her?
What is endometriosis?
How do you know you have endometriosis? And how do you get a diagnosis?
How did Meg’s first endometriosis laparoscopy go?
Was Meg’s symptoms mainly cyclical when she was menstruating?
Words of advice to women who are also suffering with endometriosis. What has worked for Meg?
What are some ways we can help loved ones who are suffering from endometriosis?
When did Hayley get her first period? And when did her periods start to cause her problems?
What are some ways that Hayley managed her pain?
Is there a cure for endometriosis?
The difference between excision versus ablation when removing endometriosis
How long was Hayley pain-free after her first surgery?
Contraception and managing endometriosis
And so much MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Women’s Wellness Wisdom – Dr Libby Weaver

How to Endo – by Bridget Hustwaite

In the FLO – Alisa Vitti

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How does Ash do 2 under 2!? - with Ash “queen of reality tv” Pollard

Tue, 05 Jul 2022 07:11:00 +1000

In our 134th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the "queen of reality tv", Ash Pollard all about having two kids well under two. If you currently have one kid and you're asking yourself 'How the F*#$ do I go to two?' then this episode is for you!!

Why and how did Ash decide to have two bubs 15 months apart?
The realities of motherhood in the TV industry but also in industry in general
What’s it like having a baby and being pregnant at the same time? How do you do it?
The importance of relying on others for help, whether that be family, friends our outsourcing it!
How does your body feel after having two bubs in such quick succession?
Did Ash have any guilt towards the end of your second pregnancy that she was having another child so soon?
How did Ash introduce her second bub to her first bub?
Have there been any moments of jealousy that Ash has had to deal with, and if so, how has she split her time between the two of her daughters?
Sleep deprivation. How do we deal with it when you have two under two?
Ash talks about Masada Private Sleep School
How to juggle sleep schedules and bath time with two bubs
Ash opens up about how having two bubs has impacted her relationship
And so much MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Masada Private Sleep School

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Wanna get to know us better? If you don’t, good on ya - with Sophie & Jayde

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 07:00:00 +1000

Our 133rd episode of Beyond the Bump, is proudly sponsored by us!! You asked us questions and we answer them:

How did you guys meet and how did your friendship blossom?
How do you start a podcast and make is successful?
How did you navigate the shift in the relationship with partner and new baby?
What was your first ever job?
Do you girls ever fight, disagree, or argue?
Did you change any online habits after the kid’s cyber safety episode?
Where is your line when it comes to stag/bucks’ night? (ie strip clubs)
Have you seen each other naked?
How did Sophie and Gemma from We Don’t Have Time For This podcast meet?
What did Jayde do before the podcast and kids?
Do you see or speak to any of your ex-boyfriends?
Be honest, how lively is your sex life?
What is the one thing you love about one another?
And so much more!!

Goodies mentioned:

Listen to our episode about kid’s cyber safety: Are out kids safe online? – with Sarah from Secure Foundations

Listen to We Don’t Have Time For This with Gemma Peanut and Kate Reeves

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why is my bub so unsettled? - with paediatrician, Dr Golly

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 132nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Dr Golly all about unsettled bubs! As always, if whatever you’re doing is working, then keep doing that… but if you are looking for some help then this episode is for you!

What is colic, reflux and reflux disease and when should we be worried?
Do things like probiotics and colic drops help with an unsettled baby?
Why is there so much noise and controversy around burping?
If you are burping and it’s just not working, what are some tips for better active burping?
Witching Hour!! Why does it have to exists and are there ways to prevent it?
If you do have an unsettled baby, what are some signs to look out for that it may be allergies or intolerances?
As a breastfeeding mother, are there any intolerances that commonly get cut out?
Tips for unsettled bubs in cars
And SO MUCH MORE!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Thinking of conceiving? What you need to know about Pre-conception Genetic Testing - with Zoe, genetic counsellor, from Eugene

Mon, 30 May 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 131st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Zoë Milgrom from Eugene. Zoë is a trained genetic counsellor and she answers all our question about pre-conception genetic testing.

What is a genetic counsellor?
What is Eugene? And what prompted Zoe to start Eugene?
What exactly is pre-conception genetic testing/genetic carrier screening?
Is family history a good predictor of whether or not you’re likely to have a child with an inherited genetic condition?
What does genetic testing look for? And why are some of the things not detectable/tested?
If you do a genetic test and discover that your child might be a carrier of a particular genetic condition, what happens next?
Is the father/sperm donor always tested?
How does genetic carrier screening differ from the NIPT Harmony Test? And should you do both?
What is the cost of pre-conception genetic testing/genetic carrier screening?
Does preconception genetic testing/genetic carrier screening have any impact on life insurance/health insurance?
If you’re already doing IVF, is pre-conception genetic testing/genetic carrier screening still necessary?
And SO MUCH MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

Eugene

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Are you OK? Chatting mental health - with Chelsea Pottenger

Mon, 23 May 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 130th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Chelsea Pottenger. Chelsea is an author, mindfulness and meditation coach, as well as the founder of EQ Minds, a company that empowers and educates people to take care of their mental health and performance.

Chelsea talks about her journey from corporate to psychology student
Both Jayde and Chelsea talk about the importance of accepting and owning your anxiety
Had Chelsea experienced anxiety and depression before her PND and PNA?
Both Jayde and Chelsea open up about how they were unaware of the connection between their historical anxiety and depression and their PND and PNA
What is the Gidget Foundation and what do they do?
The stigma behind mental illness medications!! Why self-care, meditation and mindfulness are important for the prevention of some mental illnesses, BUT how sometimes when need more
The difficulty of slowing down and taking care of our mental health when we have big dreams and goals we’re working towards
How to start meditating especially if you find it intimidating
The dangers of toxic positivity that we often see on social media
There are so many overlaps with symptoms of ‘normal’ post partum and feelings of PND and PNA. How do we know if what we’re feeling is okay or we need to seek professional help?
Chelsea talks about her new book, The Mindful High Performer

Trigger warning!! Chelsea touches on her previous suicidal ideations in this episode, so if you’re in a vulnerable space right now perhaps give this episode a skip!

Goodies mentioned:

EQ Minds

Chelsea’s podcast, EQ MINDS, Recharge Your Mental Health

Gidget Foundation

Mediation Apps: Calm, Headspace, Insight Timer

Pre-order Chelsea’s book, The Mindful High Performer by Chelsea

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP - Ovaries. Talk about them - with Camilla Freeman-Topper of Camilla & Marc

Thu, 19 May 2022 15:00:00 +1000

Today's BONUS 129th episode of Beyond the Bump is a little more on the serious side!We chat with the beautiful Camilla Freeman-Topper, the creative director of Camilla and Marc, all about their campaign to raise awareness for ovarian cancer!

The mission and purpose behind the Ovaries.Talk About Them campaign
A common misconception about early detection tests for ovarian cancer?
What was the drive for Camilla and Marc to start the Talk About Them campaign?
Tips on juggling mum-life and work-life
It’s currently fashion week in Sydney!! What are some up-and-coming fashion trends for 2022?
Tips for working our wardrobe to make us feel good!!! Especially women who don't really feel like themselves post partum
Tips for trying to look our best when we are time poor
And so much MORE!

Goodies mentioned:

You can buy the Ovaries. Talk About Them merch at your nearest Camilla and Marc boutique or online at camillaandmarc.com

Ovaries. Talk About Them donation page

Tracy Anderson

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What was it like discovering you’re gay while being married with kids!? - with Gemma Gillard

Mon, 16 May 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 128th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Gemma Gillard. Jayde met Gemma at an event a few weeks ago where she learnt about her incredible story. This is such an important conversation and there are so many layers to it - whether you're questioning your sexuality, going through a separation, or in a post partum funk, this episode is for you!

Gemma talks about growing up with a father who was not openly gay
Gemma talks about her experience having sex in a heterosexual relationship
Gemma talks about the initial conversation she had with her then male partner about being gay and his responses
Gemma talks about hitting rock bottom - giving up her mortgage and all per possessions and moving into her mum’s spare room with her kids
Does Gemma have sole custody of the kids?
Gemma talks about struggling to find a house as a single mum after moving out of her mum’s spare room
Gemma talks about coming out to her parents
How can we raise our kids to not just see heterosexuality as the default?
For listeners who may be in similar situations as your, what were the feelings throughout your life that really made you feel that you were gay?
Gemma talks about thinking she was a bisexual asexual for a part of her life
When Gemma started having sex with women, was that intimidating? Like how do you know where to begin?
For whatever reason, if any of our listeners are in relationships that aren’t right and separation is on the cards, what tips does Gemma have for them
Goes Gemma think she’ll have any more kids in the future?

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP - We tell YOUR Monster-In-Law WTF moments - with Sophie and Jayde

Thu, 12 May 2022 18:58:27 +1000

We are here with the very first BONUS episode of 2022!

This has been demanded for a lonnnnggg time!!! We asked you guys to send in your in-law stories and as always (because we can't help it) we're gong to give you our two cents worth and maybe even dish out some advice - take it or leave it.

These are going to be ABSOLUTE RIPPERS and we hope you enjoy!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Are our kids safe online? - with Sarah from Secure Foundations

Mon, 09 May 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 126th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Sara Bolitho from Secure Foundations. We've had Sarah on the poddy before where we spoke about body autonomy and speaking to our kids about consent (EP106 is you haven’t already listened!) However, this episode focuses purely on our kids' online safety.

Now we have to admit, this is episode quite a hectic one, and you may not step away feeling ‘lighter than you did before’, but it's still an important conversation to be had.

We know that there is some dark shit out there on the internet - that's no surprise to anyone. Our aim for this episode is to give people permission to use this information as they will; we definitely do NOT want to make anyone feel guilty if their kids have screen-time as we know how difficult parenting is and sometimes that is your only break for the day.

Trigger warning!! There are discussions about child abuse, online child abuse material and suicide, so if you're already feeling like you're in a very vulnerable position of parenting we give you complete permission to not listen to this episode - we will not be offended.

Is there an age that we should we be giving our kids a phone?
What about Kids YouTube? Is that secure or not?
Is it best to have an honest conversation with our kids about the potential dangers they could come across online? Or is it best to just keep them innocent?
What kinds of things should we be telling our kids when it comes to talking to them about their online safety?
Why doesn’t Sarah have her kids on the internet or social media? And questions Sarah want’s our audience to consider when it comes to posting our kids online.
Does Sarah see a positive outcome for our children and the internet?
When should we talk to our kids about pornography, internet safety and sexting? And some examples of how to have this conversation.
What can we do as parents to keep our kids safe online and on social media?
What about Facebook Kids?
What warning signs should we be looking out for? When should we be alarmed?
If our kids are using devices, do those restricted access type things work? And at what age do you stop controlling and monitoring their devices?
How can you help a child after a traumatic event?

Goodies mentioned

@securefoundations

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

So how is it reallllly travelling overseas with a toddler post covid!? ⁃ with fashion influencer @lisadanielle on motherhood, her c-section, travel, social media and so much more!

Mon, 02 May 2022 17:30:49 +1000

In our 125th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Lisa Danielle all about motherhood and her recent travels overseas with her almost 2-year-old. We know a lot of you are starting to book trips now that international travel has opened again, and a lot of you have written to us recently asking for tips on travelling with kids - so here you go!

How did Lisa know when she ready to have a baby given her very aspirational lifestyle? Was she worried that having a baby would drop a bomb on that?
Was Lisa pregnant when Covid hit?
Did Lisa have a planned c-section?
How can friends and family help during c-section recovery?
Did Lisa ever toy with the idea of not showing her baby’s face on social media?
Is Lisa as 'put together' as she appears on social media?
Did breastfeeding come easy to Lisa?
Lisa talks about travelling with a bub; what are some worthwhile things to pack for a flight
How did Lisa deal with jet lag and her bub's sleep schedule?
How does Lisa feel about having a second child?
And SOO MUCH MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Shame on you snap back culture! How can we ACCEPT our bodies in different stages of life!? - with Jen of MumSafe

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 124th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Jen, the founder of MumSafe, all about postpartum body issues and this idea of snapping back to our pre-baby bodies and looking like we've never had children!

When it comes to mass media and general conversations about “real” postpartum and “real” mum life, are we heading in the right direction or is it getting worse?
Why does society always compliment someone when they lose weight, when in reality, the weight loss could be a reason being stress and/or postnatal depression?
The unhealthy and unrealistic mindset of “snapping back” to our pre-baby body.
Advice to women who have always been affected by body image and are terrified of what their body will look like after birth.
Is it okay to have wishes to look smaller and leaner?
Why we need to shift our focus from body-love to body-acceptance.
C-sections!!! Advice to women who are struggling with insecurities over their c-section scars as well as the inability to exercise.
How and when to know when we can safely return to movement and exercise postpartum.
Tips for pregnant women who are worried about this next stage of life.
And so much MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
@mumsafe.com.au
FREE exercise program for a safe return to exercise

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Gender stereotypes! How can we be kinder and more accepting human beings? - with Scott

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 123rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Scott all about gender stereotypes and how we can be kinder and more accepting human beings.

Scott talks about when his son first decided that he wanted to wear dresses
How to overcome those feelings of discomfort as parents when our children don’t fit into the ‘typical’ gender stereotypes?
How can we educate the older generation that gender stereotypes shouldn’t exist anymore?
How to respond to people who pass judgement on allowing our children to do things that may not be within their gender stereotype?
How do we discuss gender and pronouns with our kids?
How do we respond to our kids when they ask us to label whether someone is a man or woman?
How do we raise our kids to be more accepting?
And MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s the reality of being a neurodivergent mama & how can we better understand those with Autism/ADHD? - with Annie Crowe

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 121st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Annie, a disabled, Autistic lawyer who has ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphia.

Trigger warning! We touch on eating disorders and suicidal ideation in this episode!!!

What is neurodiversity? And when is someone classified a neurodivergent?
What is person-first vs identity-first language? And why do a lot of Autistic adults not like person-first language?
What is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)? And what was Annie’s journey in getting diagnosed with EDS?
Why the ‘Autistic spectrum’ is not a continuum of severity?
What is one of the biggest reasons why girls and women with Autism go undiagnosed?
What are Annie’s thoughts on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) as a treatment option for autism?
What is a ‘refrigerator mum’ and why did they blame these mum’s for having Autistic kids in the past?
What are some typical Autistic traits? And what should you do if you’re undiagnosed and think you may have it?
What is interoception and proprioception? And why is interoception very common for autistic adults?
Did Annie have any reservations about becoming a mother?
The likelihood of Autistic women developing pre-natal and post-natal depression.
The ramifications of the lack of understanding, diagnosis, support, and acceptance when it comes to neurodivergent people.
How can we as parents raise our neurotypical kids to have greater compassion and understanding for neurodivergent kids?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
The Highly Sensitive Person by Elaine Aron
MealBoard App
Loop Earplugs
Annie’s Instagram - @nd.millennial

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How the heck do you travel around Aus with kids!? - with Bec Lorrimer aka @tripinavan

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 15:00:00 +1000

In our 121st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Bec from Trip in a Van all about the adventurous life that she lives. Bec has been on the road travelling Australia with her family for the past 6 years!!

In terms of family logistics and admin, what needs to be sorted out first before you can just pack up your entire life?
Is the cost of living on the road more expensive than living in a house?
What adjustments did Bec have to make to be around her three kids and partner all the time?
How do Bec and her partner find the time (and space!) to have sex?
What about on-the-road schooling? How does Bec and her partner make it work?
What happens when you or one of the kids gets sick on the road?
How often does Bec hit a maintenance/repair snag?
What to look out for in a four-wheel drive/caravan? And what are the must-haves inside a caravan that you cannot live without?
What is the toilet set up and what is the emptying like?
What are the sleeping arrangements? Especially when the kids were younger?
What are some products Bec thought she needed on the road and ended up not needing at all?
What are some popular remote jobs that you can do on the road?
And MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
tripinavan.com
@tripinavan
TIAV eBooks + Itineraries

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Does your partner need to listen to this!? - A mother’s mental labour - with psychologist, Elyse

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 120th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with psychologist, Elyse about the mental load that mothers typically experience and some things we can do to start improving that in our relationship.

How can we better explain to our partners what a mother’s mental load actually looks and feels like?
Are there differences between the female and male mind?
How do you help your partner understand what’s valuable to you even if they do see any value in it?
How do you explain to your partner that work mental load is not the same thing as kid-house mental load?
Do we need to lower our expectations if we want help from our partners?
What are some constructive ways we can self-regulate our emotions and frustrations when communicating with our partner?
What is ‘intensive mothering’?
The psychology behind being ‘touched out’?
Do you have advice for mums who are struggling with mental health now and who can’t wait 2-4 months for a psychologist appointment?
And so MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
Lifeline
Panda
Elyse's website Share to Thrive (there you'll also find more about her soon-to-be launched course on Mental Labour!)
@sharetothrive

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Should my baby be ___ yet? First year milestones - with paediatric physio, Nicole

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 119th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with paediatric physio, Nicole all about why not to worry about reaching those gross motor milestone with our little ones!!

When it comes to gross motor skills, why is it that kids can differ so much?
Let’s get real about milestones! What are milestones and when should parents be concerned about them?
How often should we be doing tummy time? And how do we get our babies to not hate it?
Is there too much time for a baby to spend in a carrier? And does that hinder development?
How do you know if your child has hip dysplasia?
Are there any concerns if your baby hits their milestones too early?
How can your toddlers fall so much and still be okay?
What is plagiocefalie? And are there things we can do to avoid it?
Should our children learn to walk in shoes or bare feet?
What about knock-knees and bow-legged?
And soooo MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Baby play academy
Baby wearers association
The Wonder Weeks App

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How on earth did you handle being pregnant with a toddler & navigating a breakup during Covid? - with Greta Couldwell (Jayde’s sister-in-law)

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 118th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Jayde’s sister-in-law and best friend Greta. We have Greta in the poddy today because of her strength - she became a single mum last year while she was pregnant with her second child. We hope this episode inspires and motivates women who are in relationships that they no longer want to be in.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodie mentioned:
Social worker at Centrelink
1800RESPECT
BTB single mamas club!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

WTF is happening to my skin? Pregnancy skin concerns – with dermatology nurse Emily

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 117th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with dermatology nurse Emily all about different pregnancy skin concerns:

Is it common to get skin changes during pregnancy?
Do pregnancy skin changes tend to be flare-ups of skin conditions that you’ve already suffered from in the past?
Does it tend to be that if you suffered from a certain skin condition in one pregnancy, you’ll probably have the same skin condition in another pregnancy?
Do most of these skin conditions resolve postpartum?
Are melasma and hyperpigmentation the same thing? And how do you treat them?
What changes should you make to our skin care regime if you’ve just found out you’re pregnant?
What are the benefits of LED?
Is there anything you can do to avoid skin issues during pregnancy?
Is there a difference between eczema and dermatitis? And is it genetic?
Are there any supplements for pregnancy hair loss/postpartum hair regrowth? Or is this something you just have to ride out?
Stretch marks! For those who want to avoid or decrease them, are there any oils/treatments that work?
And MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Who am I? Identity changes with motherhood - with Catie Allen

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 116th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with one of Sophie’s best mates, Catie, all about her experience through pregnancy, childbirth and post partum. We chat a lot about identity, particularly our change in identity during this time.

This is an incredible episode. It’s a little bit different to our typical episodes but this one is really genuine and down to earth and we hope you enjoy!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Say what?!? Understanding our little ones’ speech and language - with paediatric speech pathologist, Jamie

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 115th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with paediatric speech pathologist, Jamie. Jamie answers all your speech and language development questions:

What is speech? What is language? And how do these differ?
What are some of the reasons that our children may have difficulties with speech sounds?
Do tongue ties really influence speech?
How do dummies and thumb sucking affect speech?
What about sippy cups? Are they a yay or a nay?
Does screen time affect speech?
Does living in a multilingual household confuse kids speech or improve their speech?
Is it true that boys are generally slower than girls at starting to talk?
How can we encourage speaking? Is it better to talk to our kids in baby talk or normally?
Should we correct our kids when they mispronounce words (even if it’s super cute!)?
What age should we start putting emphasis on manners?
What are some causes of language and speech delays?
What’s the go with lisps?
And MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Follow Jamie on IG @nourished.babes

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s it like to be a supermodel and mama, no not us - with Georgia Fowler

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 114th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with supermodel and a new mama, Georgia Fowler.

Has Georgia experienced any sleep regression with her new bub?
Did Georgie experience any morning sickness during her pregnancy?
Is the modelling industry changing and becoming more accepting of different body shapes and sizes?
How does Georgia feel about going back to modelling after having a baby?
Advice for anyone struggling with their pregnant or postpartum bodies
What happens behind the scenes of a Victoria secret fashion show?
Did Georgia go into the birth with any expectations?
Did Georgia and her partner choose to find out the gender of the baby or was it a surprise?
How was Georgia’s recovery from an episiotomy?
How’s Georgia’s sex life postpartum?
And MUCH MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
Aquamamma

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How to know our worth at work and ask for more $$$ (as women and post partum mamas)? - with Meggie from PepTalkHer

Mon, 07 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 113th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Meggie from PepTalkHer. Meggie is an Australian expat that lives in New York. She runs a business that’s all about empowering women to know their worth financially!!!

What is the gender pay gap in the developed world? And what are the reasons for the gender pay gap?
How can we juggle being a good mother, lover, and employee? Can we really do it all or do we need to lower our expectations?
How do companies get away with paying women less than men?
Why we should start talking more openly about money!
How to not take ‘desperate energy’ into a new job (if you are feeling desperate!)
What is the great resignation?
If we want a promotion, how often should we be asking for it?
What are some ways we can increase our confidence?
Do we need to disclose that we are pregnant when applying for a new job?
Tips on adjusting to part-time work when we’ve always worked full-time
Where can women seek help and ideas for a potential career change?
And MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode! Goodies mentioned:
peptalkher.com
Free PepTalkHer App (Apple)
Free PepTalkHer App (Android)
Follow @peptalkher on IG Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Am I the only one with mum rage? - with Yara from Life After Birth Psychology

Mon, 31 Jan 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 112th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Yara, from Life After Birth Psychology. Yara is a psychologist who specialises in women during pregnancy but especially postpartum who are dealing with identity changes and becoming a mother. In this episode, we speak to Yara all about mum rage!

What is mum rage? Is it common and is it normal?
What is the difference between anger and rage?
Some practical strategies to help with mum rage
What happens when we suppress anger?
Is mum rage a primary or secondary emotion?
How breathwork can be so powerful in helping you manage your mum rage
How do you know if your mum rage has gone a little bit too far? And does it mean that you’re depressed?
How to cope with rage towards your partner
How can we help defuse/deescalate our partner's rage?

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Why Am I So Angry? Workshop with Yara
PANDA – Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia
https://www.lifeline.org.au/
The Tapping Solution

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How can we spice up our sex life? - with sexologist Juliet Allen

Mon, 24 Jan 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 111th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with sexologist, Juliet Allen. We ask her all your questions about spicing up the bedroom.

How can mother and lover coexist?
Is there a shortcut for parent parents to fast-track stimulation if they don’t have time for foreplay?
Tips on having sex when you co-sleep or share a room with your baby/toddler
How can you help your partner increase their sex drive to match yours if you have a higher libido than them?
Why it’s completely "normal" to have lulls in your sex life!
Tips for whoever is still trying to get their head around their partner watching porn
Is there a time when porn can become an issue in a relationship?
Are threesomes beneficial or detrimental to relationships and how can one go about having a threesome with their partner?
Do lubricants help with libido and should we be using them all the time?
How would you recommend using The Juliet Pleasure Wand™?
And MORE!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode! We also hope it gives you a bit of a laugh because (Jayde especially!) opened up about some absolute pearlers in this one!

Goodies mentioned:
The Juliet Pleasure Wand™
Lubricants
Pleasure School

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Did you miss us? Wait, don’t answer that! - with Sophie and Jayde

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 15:00:00 +1100

In our 110th episode of Beyond the Bump, we do a bit of a recap of what we've been up to over the festive break.

We asked you guys to send in any stories of your festive season. There were highs, there were lows, there were gifting disasters, there were all sorts of things.

So, know that if you had highs, you're not alone. If you had lows, you're not alone. If you had COVID, you're definitely not alone because there was a lot of that.

And yeah, we hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Just a quick warning, in this episode, we do talk about the mythology of Santa! There is also a lot of piss and poo talk too. So yeah, if you're feeling generally queasy, maybe steer clear!

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Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Did we just answer your parenting pickle!? - with non experts, us and our husbands

Mon, 20 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 109th episode of Beyond the Bump, we have two very special guests on the poddy to finish the year off with a bang... our husbands!

You sent in your parenting pickles (aka awkward situations with your kids, in-laws or just in being parents) and we answer them!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Can anyone get gestational diabetes? - with Dr Timmy

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 108th episode of Beyond the Bump, Dr Timmy is back and this time he's answering all your questions about gestational diabetes!

What is gestational diabetes?
If you have gestational diabetes in one pregnancy how likely are you to have it in subsequent pregnancies?
What is the glucose tolerance test and what will you go through to get the test?
Why is gestational diabetes only tested at 28 weeks?
Can you develop gestational diabetes after a normal glucose test?
Why is gestational diabetes even tested? Like why do we need to know if we have it?
If you have undiagnosed/unmanaged gestational diabetes will your baby come out bigger than he/she would have if you had diagnosed/managed it?
Can we do anything to reduce our chances of getting gestational diabetes?
Is gestational diabetes just 'for now' and not forever?
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Um stars, reckon you could help me out here? - with astrologer Kristy Gray

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Our Bonus 107th episode of Beyond the Bump is a little bit of a different one - it's not necessarily parenting related, but we feel like the things we talk about can get taken and adapted to parenthood and life in general.

We chat with astrologer Kristy Gray. Kristy went through ours and our husbands’ natal charts and told us all about what our star signs, our sun and our moon says about us as people, our current state, and our future!

The stars are aligning people. So, get on board and have a listen. We hope you enjoy!

Goodies mentioned:
kristygray.com

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How can we talk to our kids about consent and safety? - with Sarah from Secure Foundations

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Our 106th episode of Beyond the Bump is a little bit more serious than normal. Trigger warning, we do talk about child abuse and sexual assault.

In this episode, we chat with Sara from Secure Foundations. Sarah has a background as a child practitioner and sexual abuse investigator. Now she is an online parenting coach helping parents raise emotionally intelligent and resilient little humans.

We chat all about, risk reduction in terms of child safety and how we can have open communication with our kids about their bodies and consent:

What can we do to teach our little ones about consent and body autonomy?
Should we name genitalia by their proper name?
When is it time to put nickers/swimwear on when friends are over and wanting to have a bath/shower together?
How can we teach our kids about stranger danger without freaking them out?
How to not dismiss our children’s feelings if they don’t want to go to daycare/school because they feel uncomfortable/don’t like their teacher?
When there is someone who you are suspicious of in your child’s life what are some things you can do to delve a bit deeper?
Is it okay to ask your child, ‘Does anyone touch your vagina/penis?’ or should we not randomly prompt it?
What about secrets? Can we tell secrets as a fun activity in our families?
What is the ‘safety network’ and ‘the hand’?
How do we know when to believe our children when we feel like your child is always telling fibs?
Should we allow our kids to go to sleepovers?
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How do we know when to take our little ones to emergency? - with Penny, paediatric nurse

Mon, 29 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 105th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with paediatric nurse, Penny. Penny shares some tips and tricks on how to help manage our kids at home, but then also red flags and signs to look out for when things might need a little bit more help.

What to do if you are a bit of a hypochondriac and feel like you are continuously at the hospital with your kids?
What are some essentials that are good to have at home?
Any tips on getting your kids to actually take medication at home?
Are suppositories alright?
Is it true that if your child’s fever is about 40C that means they are really really sick?
What are fibral convulsions and what to do if your child has them?
What is a hair tourniquet?
How do we know when our little ones have gastro-type symptoms?
How do we know if a rash is something to be concerned about?
What to do about head knocks and concussions?
How do we know if our child has a broken bone and whether we should get it seen to?
What are some of the red flags when it comes to breathing troubles/respiratory issues?
Is it okay to give your child antihistamines to help with hayfever?
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Penny's Instagram @sick.happens
Penny's website sickhappens.com.au
FREE 'sick child symptom checklist'
Poisons Hotline 131126

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why do we get morning (every hour of the day/night) sickness? - with Dr Timmy

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 104th episode of Beyond the Bump, Dr Timmy is back and we’re talking all things morning sickness and hyperemesis:

What is hyperemesis?
When does morning sickness end and hyperemesis begin?
The importance of having understanding and compassion for women who are experiencing morning sickness
Do we know what causes morning sickness?
Why is there almost an abject refusal to give pregnant females medication or treatment for morning sickness or hyperemesis?
Why is it called ‘morning sickness' if it doesn’t just happen in the morning?
How do we ensure we are giving our unborn baby enough nutrients if we have severe morning sickness?
What supplements and medications can we take to ease nausea in pregnancy?
What is the best thing Dr Timmy recommends to counteract pregnancy constipation?
When does someone need to go to the hospital for hyperemesis?
Alternative options to treating nausea in pregnancy
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What is the process with surrogacy? - with dads, Ross and Jack

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 103rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with dads, Ross and Jack. They tell us all about their journey through surrogacy to have their beautiful little girl, Oli:

Why did they choose surrogacy over adoption or fostering?
Is the adoption waitlist longer for a homosexual couple in Australia?
Why did Ross and Jack decide to do their commercial surrogacy journey in California, America?
How did they decide whose sperm they would use?
Was the egg the surrogate’s egg or a donor’s egg?
How much did their surrogacy journey cost?
Did Ross and Jack have any gender preference?
How has having a baby affected your relationship?
Tips, tricks and words of advice for any parents about to start down the surrogacy or IVF process
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned
The SNOO
@rossandrewartha

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP - I’m a great parent but... with Sophie and Jayde

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 16:00:00 +1100

We think our bonus 102nd episode of Beyond the Bump is going to be a funny one! We asked you guys to send in your parenting confessions, you know, the things that are maybe frowned upon in public, and we read out some of our absolute favourites.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

How can we grieve as a parent or help those that are grieving? - with Krista, widow and grief expert

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 101st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Krista. Krista is a widow and grief expert

We ask her all your questions about how we can find space to grieve as a mother:

What are the mental stages that one goes through when they lose a loved one?
Are the 5 stages of grief a real thing?
Does grief get smaller over time?
How can we as adults talk about death and grief?
How can we get over the awkwardness of grief and actually be helpful to someone who has lost a loved one?
How do we discuss death and grief with our children?
Is there an appropriate amount of grief to show our children?
What is EFT Tapping?
How can you make a lost loved one a part of your children’s life now that they’re no longer ‘here’?
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
The Tapping Solution App
I Miss You by Pat Thomas
Gorilla Thumps and Bear Hugs by Alex Ortner
The Invisible String by Patrice Karst
Krista’s podcast, The Widowed Mom Podcast
Grief Out Loud Podcast
The Dougy Center

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Being a blind mother of 4 under 4, how do you do it? - with Ebony

Mon, 01 Nov 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 100th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Ebony. Ebony is the mum of 4 under 4. She is also blind – she has retinitis pigmentosa and has progressively lost her sight since birth!

We chat with her about her perspective of motherhood, which is obviously different to ours, but actually very similar in other ways:

What is retinitis pigmentosa (RP) and at what age did Ebony get diagnosed?
Can RP get passed on to your children?
Did Ebony learn braille?
When did Ebony meet her partner and what’s it like dating when you have very little vision?
What’s it like being blind and being a mother?
How does Ebony feel about getting out and about with her kids on her own?
How does it feel not knowing what your children look like?
How does Ebony tell her twins apart?
Is there anything that Ebony thinks could be done to make motherhood or life in general more accessible for mothers/people who are vision impaired?
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
Modibodi.com

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why does it feel like it’s hanging out of me?? Talking prolapses with physios, Sam and Jenna

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 99th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with physios, Jenna and Sam all about prolapse, particularly postpartum prolapse:

What is prolapse?
How do you know if you have a prolapse?
The difference between incontinence and prolapse
Are you using different muscles when holding in your bladder versus doing pelvic floor exercises?
What are the different grades of prolapse?
Should all postpartum women be checked for prolapse?
Will you forever have to manage a prolapse?
What is the importance of doing pelvic floor exercises and should you do them whilst you’re pregnant?
Is there anything else we can do other than pelvic floor exercises to try and decrease the risk of developing a prolapse?
What are pessaries?
Are prolapses more common in women carrying twins and triplets?
Can symptoms of prolapse happen after your 6-week check?
How do women know if they need to be operated on?
Does hyperemesis increase your risk of prolapse?
Can menstrual cups lead to prolapse?
And MORE!!!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Modibodi.com

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Why is this taking so long? A tale of IVF and reciprocal pregnancy – with Alana

Mon, 18 Oct 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 98th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Alana from @mummyplusmumma. She is the mum of Leo and is part of a same sex relationship.

Alana talks to us about her and her partner’s very long journey of IVF to conceive their beautiful little bub.

How to pick a doner? What’s the difference between anonymous and de-identified donors and what’s the laws in Australia around this? The realities of IVF? How was Alana’s birth experience? Was there gender disappointment? The legalities around not being the biological mum of your child and MORE!
Trigger warning! We do speak about IVF, miscarriage, and genetic testing in this episode. We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people. Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Hi, can we be your best friends? Real mum chat - with Claire Holt

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 97th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the incredible Claire Holt – you may know her from H2O: Just Add Water, Vampire Diaries, The Originals, and Pretty Little Liars.

We had such a blast talking to her all about her motherhood journey:

What is it like having a 17-month age gap between kids?
How can you help a friend who is going through a miscarriage?
Claire’s talks about her difficulties with breastfeeding
What were both of Claire’s birth experiences and post-partum periods like?
Being in the spotlight, did Claire feel any unrealistic expectations on her post-partum body?
Has motherhood changed Claire’s career?

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

@emilyskyefit

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

What’s the latest evidence on our little ones’ mental wellbeing? - with Derek from raisingchildren.net.au

Mon, 04 Oct 2021 15:00:00 +1100

In our 96th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Derek from raisingchildren.net.au. We ask him all your questions about our little ones' mental wellbeing:

Who are the main people accessing raisingchildren.net.au?
Have the recent lockdowns in Australia exacerbated parent’s reaching out for help?
Does increased screen time play a part in children's mental health?
Is there any information on the impact of masks on kids’ mental health and social abilities going forward?
Does leaving babies to cry/self-settle have an impact on their future mental health?
Is an anxious child born an anxious child? Is there anything we can do when our kids are young to reduce their risk of having mental child issues later on?
Is childcare generally beneficial or negative for kids’ mental health?
There’s a real move towards ‘gentle parenting’ at the moment, is there hard evidence around ‘gentle parenting’ vs ‘disciplinary parenting’?
Is there research around whether or not bum smacking can negatively impact children's mental health?
At what age should we start speaking to our children about mental health issues?
What is separation anxiety and what’s normal vs. requires some professional assistance?
What helps build a child’s resilience?
And MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

raisingchildren.net.au

Raising Healthy Minds App

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

What’s involved in a home birth? - with doula, Charlotte Squires

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +1000

In our 95th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Charlotte all about her recent home birth experience:

What was Charlotte’s decision and reasoning behind having a home birth?
How did Charlotte go about picking a doula?
What is the average cost of home birth in Australia?
What does the preparation involve?
What happens if something goes wrong during a home birth?
What happens after and who cleans up? What kind of pain relief/monitoring can you receive?
Advice for women who are considering a home birth but feel they are getting other people’s fears projected on them and MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Follow Charlotte on instagram at @thelivingdoula

Birth Time: the Documentary

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Is your child a fussy/cautious eater? Tonnes of tips with speech pathologist, Jamie

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +1000

In our 94th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with speech pathologist, Jamie from @nourish.babes. We ask her all your questions about your fussy/cautious little eaters:

Is it ever too late to start implementing healthier eating habits?
Is it a good idea to “hide” vegetables in meals?
Is there anything we can do when we’re first introducing food to our bubs to decrease the chance of them being fussy eaters later on?
How can we stop our children from throwing food?
Thoughts on feeding your kids in front of the tv/iPad?
How much food is too much food?
Tips for keeping them at the table during mealtime, healthy snack ideas and MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Ellyn Satter’s Division of Responsibility in Feeding

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

BONUS EP: Mum brain - where has my brain gone? - with Sophie and Jayde

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Our bonus, 93rd episode of Beyond the Bump is an absolute ripper of an episode – we chat all about MUM BRAIN. We share some of our listeners’ best mum brain stories and we think it's going to leave a lot of women feeling supported and understood!

To all the mum's out there feeling like they've lost their brain, this is for you!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Would you choose your child’s sex? Sex selection - with Kate & Joff

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 92nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we talk to Kate and Joff, a beautiful couple who decided with their third child to go down the route of sex selection.

We know this is a bit of a controversial topic; however, we think that Kate and Joff speak about it very eloquently, openly, and honestly. We totally understand that people are going to have mixed opinions about this episode so we ask that anyone that comments, please keep things respectful.

We hope you enjoy!

Are you suffering from parental burnout? – with psychologist and family coach, Hélène

Mon, 06 Sep 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 91st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with award-winning international psychologist, family coach, child educator and nanny, Hélène all about parental burnout. We felt this chat was very timely given the state of Australia and many parents feeling just completely over the whole gig.

Just a quick trigger warning that we touch very briefly on suicidal thoughts and child abuse in this episode!

We ask Hélène all your questions about burnout:

What is the difference between parental burnout and depression?
Is it common for parental burnout to come and go?
What are the risks involved?
Is mum rage a sign of parental burnout?
Are stay at home parents more at risk of parental burnout?
Tips for parental burnout in lockdown! How can we communicate parental burnout with our partner and to the older generation?
Advice to parents who are in parental burnout. When does it end?
And SO MUCH MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Schedule a Burnout Test with Helene - https://www.helenegatland.com.au/

To take the Burnout Test - https://en.burnoutparental.com/suis-je-en-burnout

Join Hélène’s FaceBook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/925895748143972

Will I ever feel like having sex again? Talking post partum sex - with sexologist, Juliet Allen

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 90th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with sexologist, Juliet Allen. We ask her all of your sex questions with a specific focus on past partum sex:

What are some tips to keep the spark alive when you are trying for a baby?
How can we enjoy sex while pregnant? Will having sex for the first time post partum hurt no matter what?
Is it “normal” to have no sex drive post partum and is this greater if the mum is breastfeeding?
What is vaginismus?
Is it normal for your orgasms to change after having a baby?
Should you fake it if you’re not feeling it, but your partner is?
Is it bad if you’re needing a vibrator to orgasm? Tips for getting an orgasm through penetrative sex.
And so much MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

What’s Your Love Language™? Quiz

Juliet’s Pleasure School

How do I get my toddler to sleep? - with The Sleep Teacher, Kristy

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 89th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Kristy, The Sleep Teacher and ask her all of your toddler sleep questions:

How to transition from 2 to 1 naps? How to deal with an early-riser toddler? Do rewards charts work? When do you know it’s the right time to transition from a cot to a big bed? When should you start using blankets at pillows? How to overcome bedtime stalling? Is snoring normal? And MORE!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Was there a reason you decided to have a planned c-section & opted to bottle feed? Making choices that work for YOU - with Montarna Pitt

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 88th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Montarna Pitt - we chat all about her decision to choose to have a caesarian section and to formula feed her babies as well as everything in between.

Montarna is a businesswoman powerhouse, so we also talk a bit about that mum-work juggle.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

What is the process of adopting or fostering a child!? - with Jonica

Mon, 09 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our e87th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Jonica, the beautiful lady behind @the.wandertwins. Jonica talks about her journey with having biological children, adopted children and foster children -- is the love any different between children? What is the adoption process in Vanuatu vs. Australia? Adoption vs. fostering and more!

Jonica is such an inspiration and we hope you absolutely love this episode!

Follow Jonica on Instagram @the.wandertwins

Any tips for getting your family ready for another little member? - Alex Emms of Kids Flourish

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 86th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with parent coach, Alex Emms from Kids Flourish all about getting your family ready for a new little member!

We talk all about what can we do to get a toddler or child ready before a newborn arrives? Expectations about how our toddlers ‘should’ react when meeting a newborn for the first time. What is a somewhat manageable age gap between kids? How to deal with jealousy? Tips on your child having parent preferences and SO MUCH MORE!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Follow Alex on Instagram @kidsflourish

Goodies mentioned:

To learn more about Alex’s workshops head to kidsflourish.net/workshops

Alex’s Freebie – Managing Behaviours Respectfully Script

Baby on the Way

BONUS EP - Are we really gonna post this? Unfiltered Q&A with Jayde and Sophie

Fri, 30 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our BONUS, 85th episode of Beyond the Bump, we are coming to you with an unfiltered Q + A that we have been promising for such a long time. You guys sent in your questions and we answered them - some were a bit more get to know us and others were a bit juicier!

We even play a round of Never Have I Ever (Mum Edition!) So, pour yourself some bubbles or a cup of tea and ENJOY!

How does she do it!? Conceiving, parenting and caring for three daughters (including a set of twins) when your partner has a spinal cord injury - with Teigan McKinnon

Mon, 26 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 84th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Teigan McKinnon. She is the wife of Alex McKinnon and the mama of toddler, Harriet, and fresh newborn twins.

We talk all about what it's like to have a partner who has a spinal cord injury and the challenges that arise because of that. We also chat about the realities of having twins, which is a whole other topic in itself.

We absolutely loved chatting with Tiegan and we hope you guys enjoy it as much as we did.

Can I have a VBAC? - with Midwife Mandz

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 83rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we have midwife Mandz back on the poddy. We are talking all about VBACs -- there's a little bit of evidence, a little bit of anecdote, a little bit of birth story, a little bit of questioning and we hope you enjoy it!

Why does this keep happening? Recurrent miscarriages with Laksmi

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 82nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with a friend of Jayde's, Lakshmi. She takes us on her journey behind motherhood which involved several miscarriages. She also touches on her separation with one of her partners.

We genuinely feel like this is one of our biggest, most powerful episodes we've had so far, and we really hope everyone enjoy!

We do want to say that we speak about miscarriage and infant loss in this episode; we also semi touch on themes of self-harm. So, trigger warning if you would like to continue listening or not.

How can a dad/partner be helpful? - with Kyle Graham

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 81st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with a mate of Sophie’s, Kyle. We thought it was time to get a dad back on the podcast, but we were bored of our own husbands and whatever they had to say. So, we've brought in some fresh dad meat.

We ask Kyle your questions -- things that maybe you want your partner to hear, how a dad/partner can be helpful, or ways to communicate things to your partner.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

What’s the “norm” with a newborn - with paediatrician Dr Golly

Mon, 28 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 80th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with paediatrician Dr Golly - he answers all your newborn questions. Should everyone have a pediatrician? Colic versus reflux? What is the most common cause of witching hour? What are tongue and lip ties and should you cut them? What’s the go with circumcisions? What’s the deal with height and weight charts? Dr Golly’s professional opinion of breastfeeding vs formula feeding, vaccinations, poop and SO MUCH MORE!

To learn more about Dr Golly’s program click HERE. PLUS, Beyond the Bump listeners can access an exclusive discount. Use promocode: BTB20 to get $20 off any of the 6 aged based programs. Expires 30/6/21.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Wait, does everyone have Botox? Plus your questions answered on a personal experience with peri menopause! - with cosmetic RN Brooke

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Our 79th episode of Beyond the Bump is a bit different - the main portion of it we are actually talking about Botox, which isn't particularly conception, birth, pregnancy, postpartum related.

We chat with Brooke, a cosmetic RN. She answers all your questions about Botox, is Botox safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding? Should you use Botox as a prevention or a cure? Who should you go to get Botox? Are there any long-term side effects of Botox? Does it hurt? And sooo much more!

In no way shape or form are we trying to pressure you into having Botox or thinking that you need to get it. We just like our listeners to be informed and we thought that this chat was extremely informative.

Brooke has a lot of knowledge in the industry, but the main reason we actually had her on the show was to talk about perimenopause. We just want to say that Botox and perimenopause are not related! It just so happened that Brooke has a personal experience of perimenopause, and she knows a shitload about Botox.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

So what actually happens in an induction? – with Dr Timmy

Mon, 14 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 78TH episode of Beyond the Bump, we're talking to Dr Timmy, obstetrician, gynecologist, fertility specialist and most importantly Sophie’s Dad. Dr Timmy answers all your questions about inductions -- what are they and what do they include? What are the different induction methods? Is one way of inducing better than another? Common reasons why a woman would be induced AND MORE!!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Raising five boys - with Eliza Jackson

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 77th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to the incredible Eliza Jackson, mama of five boys. She talks to us about raising a house full of boys and how she divides her time for each of her children’s different needs. She also tells us a bit about her free birth with her fifth son, which was really interesting AND how she and her hubby find the time to have sex with five children!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

So let’s talk screen time - with Brad, Child Psychologist of Unplugged Psychologist

Mon, 31 May 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 76th episode of Beyond the Bump, we speak to Brad, a child psychologist from the Unplugged Psychologist team. You guys sent in so many questions about screen time and we got Brad to answer them.

We hope this episode is informative. It is in no way meant to guilt anyone for using screens at all, but just to give people a little bit more knowledge around what is a happy limit!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned in the episode:

Brad’s book, The Tech Diet for your Child & Teen

Deco M5

Mama of preemie twins - with Rana

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 75th episode of Beyond the Bump, we speak to Rana. She is the mum of near two-year-old twins - they were micro preemies when they were born. Rana goes into her experience in having a high-risk pregnancy, having micro prem babies and the reality of having twins as well.

We must admit we feel so bad that it has taken us 70-something episodes to speak to the mum of preemie bubs because it is just such an all-consuming experience. So, if you're a mum out there who did have preemie bubs, sorry it's taken us this long, but we hope you really resonate with so much with what Rana said in this episode.

Also, if you are a mum of twins or preemies, Rana has recommended these amazing Facebook groups you can join for support:

Mums of Multiples Australia

Premature babies Group Australia

Goodies mentioned in the episode:

Feeding pillows

Hugabub

Twin Weego

Valcrobaby Snap Ultra Duo stroller

Newborn Sleep with Kristy @thesleepteacher

Mon, 17 May 2021 10:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 74th episode of Beyond the Bump, Kristy @thesleepteacher is back and this time we chat all about newborn sleep! We chat about what’s “normal” when it comes to newborn sleep, sleep deprivation, should you use dummies/comforters, tips for getting your newborn to sleep during the day and SO SO much more!

We hope this episode helps everyone feel a little bit like the sleep, or lack thereof, that they're getting is completely normal.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned in the episode:

Calm App – The #1 App for Meditation and Sleep

To view Kristy’s sleep programs, click HERE.

First-Generation Australian mama, anorexia, small business founder and so much more! - with Rochelle Currie

Mon, 10 May 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 73rd episode of Beyond the Bump we chat to Rochelle Currie, a first-generation Australian whose parents are from Sri Lanka. Rochelle speaks about her childhood and the story of how her family came to Australia - it's quite incredible. We chat about the founding of her small business, Nila Botanics. She also touches on her struggle with anorexia in the past, how that affected her pregnancy and postpartum experiences and how she now focuses on a positive way of thinking about her body for her children.

Topics discussed

Being a first generation Australian
Raising mixed race kiddies
Anorexia
Being body positive for kids
Founding a small business as a mum

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned in the episode:

Nila Botanics

A Mother’s Mental Load

Mon, 03 May 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 72nd episode of Beyond the Bump we talk about the mental load of mothers – something we feel we’re all faced with. It’s relentless. It’s a real thing and we feel like it needs to be talked about!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

Calm – The #1 App for Meditation and Sleep

Talking Tantrums - with Parenting Expert Alex Emms

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 21:26:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 71st episode of Beyond the Bump we talk about all things tantrums. We are super excited for this episode and we feel it’s going to help a lot of parents out there – because let’s be honest, tantrums are just the bane of mothers and fathers’ existences! We chat to Alex Emm, a parenting coach. She has worked a lot with children on their behaviour and had so many amazing tips and tricks on how we can better deal with tantrums.

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Post-Partum Relationships + SEX

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 70th episode of Beyond the Bump we answer your ‘post-partum relationship’ questions. We know that at the start of every episode we say, ‘We can't always promise this will be PG so please be mindful around little ears.’ Well, we really mean that this week - apparently when we talk about postpartum relationships, we both get incredibly fiery and drop a lot of F-bombs. So yeah, we would recommend maybe listening to this one with headphones. We chat about all things post partum relationships - love, resentment, sex and so much more!

We hope you absolutely LOVE this episode!

Resources mentioned:

We Don’t Have Time for This Podcast

YOUNG MUMS starring Jayde’s mum!

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 69th episode of Beyond the Bump, we have the one and only, Melissa Butterworth, aka Jayde’s mum, aka GILF (grandma I’d like to *beep*) on the poddy. We speak to Melissa about being a young mum - she had Jayde at 18 when she was still in high school. Melissa answers a lot of questions that came through relating to being a young mum. She also speaks to being a mum of one (which is not talked about enough), still going strong with her baby daddy (aka Jayde’s father), a little on perimenopause and more!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

P.S. Don’t forget to send in your rude or fabulous DMs!

Making Friends as a Mama

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Our 68th episode of Beyond the Bump takes on a slightly different format – it’s just us two this week! You sent in your ‘how to make friends as a mama’ questions and we answered them! Whether you’re an extrovert or an introvert we’ve got you covered!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Real talk with Ruby Tuesday Matthews - being a single mama, co parenting and so much more

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 67th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Ruby Tuesday Matthews. Ruby is a single mom to Rocket and Mars. She has a big following on Instagram, is a model and a style icon. We get real with Ruby – we chat about the endless backlash and negativity that comes with having a large social media following, the ups and downs of being a single mama, co-parenting, and much more!

We hope you enjoy this episode!

Please note! To those who find it necessary to voice their negative opinions of others on social media, when your fingers hit the keyboard and your warrior mask goes on, please remember that intentionally trying to hurt someone can cause distress not only to their well-being but also to those reading it.

If you're frustrated or overwhelmed with a particular account rather unfollow them or mute their profile and take a little break!

Goodies mentioned in the episode:

Interrelate

Humpy Co.

Mum guilt, losing our identity & expectations - with Yara from Life After Birth Psychology

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 66th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with psychologist, Yara, from Life After Birth Psychology. We talked about some extremely big topics like identity loss after having a baby, mum guilt, mental health before and after pregnancy and more!

P.S. We apologise for the sound this week. We experienced multiple technical difficulties whilst recording but we know this conversation with Yara is worth the listen. So, we hope you forgive us and enjoy!

Getting your sh*t in order - with organisational guru Steph Pase of @justanothermummyblog

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 65th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with organisational guru Steph Pase of @justanothermummyblog. We put all your questions to her about how the hell we can get our lives together!

We really think you’re going to get some pearlers out of this episode. We hope you enjoy!

Goodies mentioned:

Download the 30 Day Declutter Challenge

KonMar Fold/Vertical Folding

Get organised with Steph with her exclusive range of planners, notepads and magnets!

Toilet training and giving a crap! - with expert Tracy Fulwood

Mon, 08 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 64th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with toilet-training expert Tracy Fulwood. Tracy shares with us the how, what, where, and when of potty training.

For more toilet training info, visit Tracy’s website at www.pottytraining.com.au. You will find all the toilet training tools mentioned in the episode there too.

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Goodies mentioned:
The Midnight Gang
You will find all the toilet training tools mentioned in the episode at www.pottytraining.com.au

Doula, Fertility in a Cancer Survivor & Restorative Post Partum - with Charlotte ”The Living Doula”

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 63rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to “The Living Doula” Charlotte. Charlotte talks to us about what a doula is and what they can do to help – all about a restorative postpartum. Charlotte is also a cancer survivor and opens up to us about the impact this had on her consideration of her fertility because she always know she wanted to be a mother.

We freaking loved recording this episode and we hope you absolutely love it!

Goodies mentioned:

The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother

Mama Goodness

The Golden Month

Meal Train

IVF, endometriosis & dealing with birth trauma - with Leah Williams from @the.dearest.days

Mon, 22 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 62nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to the inspiring Leah Williams from @the.dearest.days. Leah opens up about her battles with endometrioses and her journey with IVF. She also talks about her traumatic birth experience with her second child and what she’s done since then to try and heal from that trauma.

This episode was a very humbling experience for us, and we hope you absolutely love it!

All things motherhood – with Jules Sebastian

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 61st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the amazing Jules Sebastian. Jules is a mother of two, wife to singer Guy Sebastian, stylist, instagram inspiration (while keeping things real) and a Nature's Way Kids Smart ambassador. Jules shares with us her journey to motherhood and how she wasn’t ‘maternal’ before having children. She speaks about her struggles with breastfeeding and the guilt associated with switching to bottle feeding and also, how she tries to juggle career and family life.

This episode is action-packed full of stuff and we hope you absolutely love it!

Goodies mentioned:

Click HERE to pre-order Jule's new book, Tea & Honesty
Subscribe to Jule's podcast and YouTube show, Tea with Jules
Nature's Way Kids Smart Vita Gummies

Childcare questions answered - with family day care educator, Maite, and operator of a long day care, Felicity

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 60th episode of Beyond the Bump, we answer all your childcare questions with family day care educator, Maite, and operator of a long daycare, Felicity. This episode is action-packed with the what, when and how of childcare - we hope you absolutely love it!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:
Toddle - a site to compare child care centres in your area

Turia’s Truths on Motherhood, Mental Strength and More - with Turia Pitt

Mon, 01 Feb 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 59th episode of Beyond the Bump, we interview the very inspiring Turia Pitt. She opens up to us about her accident and her concerns about conception and pregnant following the accident. She also gives us an inside scoop into her new running program designed specifically for Mums.

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Goodies mentioned:

To join the waitlist of Run with Turia Pitt, a flexible, fun and no bullsh*t running program for Mums click HERE.

To contact LifeLine ring 131144
To contact BeyondBlue ring 1300 22 4636

And don’t forget to keep your eyes on our Instagram page for our amazing giveaway that will be running in the first week of February.

What you actually need to pack in your hospital bag (and what to expect) with midwife, Luka McCabe

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 58th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Luka McCabe. You may already know her; she runs the page Boob to Food and we’ve had her before on the poddy. In this episode with Luka, we chat from a midwife's perspective. We talk to her all about getting prepared for the hospital, what to expect and what to pack!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

If you would like to get your hands on Luka’s, ‘a midwife’s guide to packing your hospital bag’, you can download it for FREE by clicking HERE.

Goodies mentioned:

Tena and Depend adult diapers

Modi Bodi

Deiji Studios

Love To Dream Sleep Suit

Nutra organics bone broth

We’re back! - talking Christmas with kids, childcare, school holidays and so much more!

Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Welcome back to Beyond The Bump. We’re so excited to have you here!

In our 57th episode, we start off by chatting about our Chrissies and New Years. We then talk about everything from school holidays, daycare, and potty training to 2021 goals, mental health and postnatal depression.

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Stigma of C-Sections - with caesarean mama Ella Barba

Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 56th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with two times caesarean mama, Ella Barba, all about her experiences having an emergency c-section then an elective one, the stigma and judgement she feels surrounds these births and many other questions that you guys sent in!!

We hope this episode helps any other c-section mamas out there or women who were considering a caesarean birth!!

Husbands are Back! - with DILFs Nick and Harry

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 55th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with both our husbands to answer all of YOUR questions!! They offer up some advice for dads to be, we talk about the most rewarding and hardest parts of being dads, the grossest things they've ever experienced us doing, post partum sex and so much more!

We hope you absolutely love this episode and that it gives you a laugh!!

Talking Tiny Teeth - with Dentist Dr Glen Hughes

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 54th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with dentist Dr Glen Hughes, answering all your questions about our tiny ones' teeth! We talk about the nightmare that is teething and what's going on at that time, we chat about brushing kids' teeth (when, how often, HOW!) and everything else that happens in those little mouths of theirs!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Ectopic Pregnancy and Becoming a Mother (in Melbourne) - with Bobby Clark

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 53rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Bobby Clark, an artist and mother of little James (or Jimmy)! We chat about Bobby's experiences in becoming a mother. She tells us about her ectopic pregnancy before conceiving James and her journey with that. She also goes into detail about how it has been this year becoming a first time mother in Melbourne during strict lockdowns. But mainly you are gonna want to listen to have some laughs about how Bobby got her vagina and perineum ready for birth!!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Follow Bobby Clark on Instagram: here

Bottle Feeding (and the support you can’t seem to find) - with Jordana Shell

Mon, 16 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 52nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Jordana Shell, a mother of two beautiful and bottle fed boys! We try to break down the stigma of bottle feeding and show some much needed support for women who choose not to or cannot breastfeed!

We hope you absolutely love this episode!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Best Baby Bottle Box: here

Follow Jordana on Instagram: here

Elimination Communication and Becoming a Mother - with Montana Lower

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 51st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Montana Lower, who is a model and artist and mother to Blue! We chat all about motherhood (while living in a bus!!!!) and focus on Elimination Communication! What is that you might ask? It's when families decide to use cues for their baby to communicate when they need to "eliminate waste" i.e. pee or poo, and take them to a potty, toilet or nature rather than in their nappy! To be honest, Jayde and Sophie weren't completely convinced with this approach, but after hearing Montana speak so openly about it, they fully understand the beautiful connections that can be formed by following this approach.

Follow Montana on Instagram: here

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Post Partum Body Image - with Kyla Blacksmith

Mon, 02 Nov 2020 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 50th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Kyla Blacksmith from That's My Jam Dance, all about post partum body changes! Kyla runs dance classes that aim to boost female body confidence and empower women! We all share our experiences on the changes we went through and how we felt about these. This is in no way a professional chat about how to lose that "stubborn mum tum" but more how we have learnt to embrace our changes! We discuss changes in our weight, stretch marks, vaginas, hair and heaps more!

Follow Kyla's dance school: here

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Going from 1-2 Kids - with Gemma Peanut

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 49th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Gemma Peanut about the transition from 1 to 2 kids and everything in between! She chats about her less than lovely pregnancies, we all talk about how we found the jump from 1 to 2 kids versus 0 to 1 kid, pros and cons of a small age gap, any tips we have, things we found challenging and things we wish we never worried about! And so much more!

We hope you love our chat with Gemma as much as we did, even though we were in the back of Jayde's van sweating our asses off and cursing every truck that drove past!

Follow Gemma on instagram: here.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:
"Baby on the Way" book from My Big Moments: here

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

BONUS EP - Using an egg donor - with Krystal Elton

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our bonus, 48th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Krystal Elton about their journey to conceiving their beautiful little Coco through using an egg donor. We chat about how they made the decision to look for an egg donor, how they found Jess, whether they planned to introduce their bub to their egg donor, and how she wishes there were more stories out there when she was battling with fertility issues.

Follow Krystal on instagram: here
Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Misunderstandings of Miscarriage - with Tahyna MacManus

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 47th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Tahyna MacManus all about her new documentary Misunderstandings of Miscarriage. We talk about her rollercoaster journey to have her two beautiful children, including three miscarriages along the way. We discuss how to care for a loved one going through miscarriages, changes we feel could help women feel more supported, what she learnt from making this documentary and so much more!

Follow Tahyna on instagram: here.

Watch Misunderstandings of Miscarriage on Stan: here.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Pink Elephant Support: here
Bears of Hope: here
Vitrus health: here

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

The First Trimester - with Dr Timmy (Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist)

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 46th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Dr Timmy who is an obstetrician, gynaecologist, fertility specialist... oh and Sophie's dad, all about the First Trimester! Yep that time in many women's lives that is equal parts joyous for being pregnant and equal parts utterly crap as they feel perpetually hungover!! We talk about what to do once you find out you're pregnant, what tests and scans to expect, common first trimester symptoms and ways to manage them! What you can and can't eat, if you can eat anything at all. The list goes on! We hope this episode is helpful, especially for those that do not enjoy the first trimester (understatement of the century)!

Follow Dr Timmy on instagram for absolutely nothing Obstetrics related here.

Becoming a mother - with Ellie Bullen from @elsas_wholesomelife

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 14:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 45th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Ellie Bullen from @elsa_wholesomelife about Becoming a Mother to her beautiful son Bowie. We dive into how her and her husband Alex knew they were ready for kids, how her pregnancy was and whether as a nutritionist she was able to eat anything other than beige foods (spoiler alert: she's mortal like the rest of us and no, she couldn't). We chat about her birth and feeling some pressure to deliver "naturally", those newborn days, her favourite newborn products, her feelings towards her post party bod, what its like mainly having friends who don't have children and soooo much more!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Love to dream suits: here

Haaka pump: here

Snoo: here

Henlee - vegan leather mats: here

Aquaflex: here

Core and floor restore - listen to our episode with B: here

Making an Adult Friendly Kids’ Album (& Becoming a Parent) - with Matt Okine and KLP

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 44th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Matt Okine and Kristy Lee Peters (aka KLP) about launching their kids' album (that doesn't make adults want to throw their phones, radios or children out the window)! We also chat why it was important to them to bring out an album that was all about diversity (and named Diver City) and about both of their transitions into parenthood. Returning to work, working in the entertainment industry with kids and heaps more!

Check out their debut album 'Diver City' - here.

Follow them on instagram at: @DiverCityKids, @MattOkine and @KLPMusic

Becoming a mother - with Eleanor Pendleton, founder of Gritty Pretty

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 43rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Eleanor Pendleton, mother of 8 month old Banjo and founder of Gritty Pretty, an online beauty platform and magazine. We chat about some must have pregnancy and post partum beauty products. Eleanor opens up about her miscarriage and the grief she suffered following that pregnancy loss, the effects this had on her initial feelings towards her pregnancy with Banjo. We touch on her pregnancy and birth, and what it was like to have an oversupply of breast milk. Plus we dive into so many other highs and lows of her eight month post partum journey thus far. We also, discuss how Eleanor navigates being a working mum especially during a pandemic!

See more of Eleanor, her beauty recommendations and her gorgeous family on her instagram @eleanorpendleton

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

For pregnancy/post partum beauty:
- Clarins Body Tonic treatment oil: here
- Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair: here
- Chanel Main Creme: here

For post partum hair loss:
- Nioxin shampoo and conditioner: here
- Bondi Boost treatment growth spray: here
- The Beauty chef: here
- Vida glow: here
- JS health: here
- Nutra Organics collagen: here

Haakaa breast pumps for let down: here

An honest dive into Perinatal Mental Health - with Aliza from @bumpnbub, midwife and perinatal mental health specialist

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 42nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat Aliza, who is a midwife and perinatal mental health specialist from @bumpnbub, about all things perinatal mental health. What does perinatal mean you ask? It is the pregnancy and post partum period!

We get pretty honest and raw about mental health issues in this episode so if you find it triggering please contact PANDA, Beyond Blue, Lifeline or the Gidget Foundation (contact details linked below).

We chat about normal fluctuations in mental health, when to seek help, what depression and anxiety can look like in the post partum period, tips to try to help your mental health and so so much more!

Aliza has heaps of amazing information and resources on her instagram @bumpnbub.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety and Depression Australia): PANDA National Helpline (Mon to Fri, 9am - 7.30pm AEST/AEDT). Call 1300 726 306.

Beyond Blue (Depression, anxiety and suicide prevention): 1300 22 4636 or chat online here.

Gidget foundation: 1300-851-758

Haakaa breast pumps: here

Hypnobirthing? What’s that?! - with midwife and hypnobirthing instructor Lillian Beth

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 41st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to midwife and hypnobirthing instructor, Lillian Beth from Woven Women, ALL about hypnobirthing. What it is, how it helps with birth, tips on setting up your birth space, how you can use hypnobirthing even in a planned caesarian and so much more!!

We hope you get lots out of this episode!!

To contact Lillian head to her instagram or her website!

Getting a bit deeper with us - with Sophie and Jayde

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 40th episode of Beyond the Bump, it's just us, Jayde and Sophie. We answer some questions to get to know us a little bit better. We chat about how we keep our shit together (spoiler alert, we don't haha), the biggest jumps in parenting, how we keep the romance alive, what we actually do for a living and heaps more!!

PERIODS and how we can use our cycles to be the best versions of ourselves - with Period Coach, Claire Baker

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 39th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Claire Baker, who is a period coach, author, speaker and natural fertility teacher. We chat about how we can actually use our cycles to be the best versions of ourselves! She also answers all your questions about how our cycle works, why we experience certain symptoms at different points of our cycles, how we can better manage these symptoms, sex while menstruating and so much more!!

Follow Claire on instagram at @_clairebaker_ for all things periods or head to her website!

You can also purchase Claire's book "50 Things You Need to Know About Periods. Know your flow and live in sync with your cycle" here!

Parenting & Understanding Autism - with mama, Courtney

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 38th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Courtney about parenting her daughter with Autism. We talk about what lead to Aaylah's diagnosis, the common differences between girls and boys with autism and why this often leads to a delay in diagnosis, what it is like to parent a special needs child and the positive side of having a child with autism.

Follow Courtney for more about autism awareness and education on instagram at @theirvoice2020.

All things CONCEPTION - with Dr Timmy (O&G and fertility specialist)

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 37th episode of Beyond the Bump, Dr Timmy (obstetrician, gynaecologist, fertility specialist and dad of Sophie) is back!! This time he is talking all things conception! How conception occurs, how to know when you're ovulating, why PCOS and endometriosis interfere with fertility, and ways to manage that, he explains how IVF works and SO much more!!

Follow Dr Timmy on instagram at @timmychipp for pictures entirely of his cute grandkids (not biased at all)

Finding out you’re pregnant at 30 weeks!! - Cryptic pregnancy with Daisy Leigh

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 36th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Daisy Leigh a 24 year old mother, who last year found out she was pregnant when she was already 30 weeks!!! Jayde and Sophie (being sufferers of hyperemesis) were flabbergasted by this and wanted to know how on earth it is possible to have a "cryptic pregnancy" and what it was like for Daisy. We chat about the diagnosis, telling her loved ones, her birth and what its like being a relatively young mum with so little time to prepare!

Follow Daisy on instagram at @daisyaleigh for more about her cryptic pregnancy and seriously cute pics of her nine month old daughter!

All things pelvic floor (and why we shouldn’t put up with pissing ourselves) - with B from Core and Floor Restore

Mon, 27 Jul 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 35th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to B, a midwife and PT from Core + Floor Restore about all things pelvic floor! Orgasms, prolapse, incontinence, diastasis rectus and why we shouldn't be putting up with "ruined" bodies post partum!

Follow B on instagram for more endless core and floor information at @coreandfloorrestore

B is offering all listeners 20% off her programs if you use the code 'beyond20' when purchasing her programs and packages at coreandfloor.com.au

Anxiety in kids (and unintentionally a bit on anxiety in parents too) - with Dr Jodi Richardson

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 34th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Dr Jodi Richardson, about how we can help children with anxiety, but the chat also unintentionally spans to parents with anxiety and anxiety in general as we felt it was all relevant and impacted on each other. Jodi gives us an outline of some common symptoms, when to get help and how we can implement practical strategies to help them. We hope you find this episode really helpful.

Follow Jodi on instagram for more helpful tips @drjodirichardson

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Hey Warrior by Karen Young: here

Hey Awesome: here

Hey Sigmoid website: here

Anxious Kids by Michael Grose and Dr Jodi Richardson: here

Anxious Mums

Beyond Blue: here

Reach Out: here

Lifeline: here

From career woman to career mama - with Tess Robinson of Smack Bang Designs

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 33rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Tess Robinson, founder of Smack Bang Designs about the transition from career woman to career working mum. We talk about the juggles of working alongside parenting, any tips she may have and just have a general honest chit chat on what is involved!!

Follow Tess on instagram at @tess__robinson

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Smack Bang Designs: here

Urban Growers: here

The Motherhood book: here

Talking to our kids about sex - with sexologist Juliet Allen

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 32nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Juliet Allen, one of Australia’s leading sexologists about how we can talk to our kids about sex, porn, masturbation, pregnancy... safe to say this episode had many awkward and cringey moments, but is SUCH an important discussion!

Follow Juliet Allen on instagram at @Juliet_allen for more information on ALL things sex!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Juliet Allen - here
Juliet pleasure wand - here
The Authentic Sex Podcast - here
- Podcast episode 54: How to Talk to Kids about Periods and Masturbation
- Podcast episode 92: Raising Sex Positive Kids
- Podcast episode 94: A Teenager's Guide to Sex

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Educating ourselves and our children about race and racism with Indigenous educator, Jessica Staines

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 31st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Jessica Staines from Koori curriculum. We talk about what racism is, how to discuss racism and race with our children and how to ensure our children are educated and respect Indigenous Australians and their culture.

Follow Korri Curriculum on instagram at @korricurriculum for more information on their early childhood consulting.

Goodies mentioned:

Koori curriculum - here

Childhood collective - here

Educator Yarns (podcast) - here

Vanessa Turnbell Roberts - instagram here

Little J and Big Cuz TV show - here

Koori Curriculum Educator Community Facebook Page - here

Koori Mail - here

Fact sheet on Aboriginal labels that we should support - here

Clothing the Gap - here

Talking - with lactation consultant, Amberley Harris

Mon, 01 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 30th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Amberley Harris, a lactation consultant who answers all your titty and feeding questions!! You sent them in and we got them answered!!

Follow Amberley on instagram at @maternalinstinctsbyamerberley for more breastfeeding pearls of wisdom!

If you would like to check out Amberley's Breastfeeding Education Video Series, click here.

Goodies mentioned:

Amberley's nipple butter - here

Breast feeding association help line - 1800 mum 2 mum (1800 686 268)

La Vie Lactation massagers - here

Feed safe app - here

"Nursies when the sun shines" book - here

Krystal Hipwell - opens up about her experiences with miscarriages and her rainbow babies

Mon, 25 May 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 29th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Krystal Hipwell, who opens up about her experiences with miscarriage. Her emotions going through it, how she got over them and her feelings when she then got pregnant again. Co-host Sophie, also shares her experience having had a miscarriage herself.

Follow Krystal on instagram @krystalhipwell for fashion, fitness and all her impossibly cute children, with one more on the way!!

”The Fourth Trimester” with Midwife Mandz - Part 2

Mon, 18 May 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 28th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Mandy Goodburn, or Midwife Mandz as we like to call her, all about the Fourth Trimester. In part 2, she answers all your questions on newborn sleep, newborn skin and the postpartum mum! If you haven't listened to part 1 on the dreaded witching hour, newborn feeding and digestion, we recommend you start there!

Having a baby during a pandemic - with Rebecca, Lizzy and Emmie

Sun, 10 May 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our special Mother’s Day edition of Beyond The Bump, we chat to three mums who have given birth during this pandemic. We wanted to get insight into the emotions around being heavily pregnant during such an unsettling time, any changes to their birth or hospitalisation and how it feel having a newborn during isolation.

First up we speak to Rebecca Burrows, a now mother of two who lives in WA.

Then we chat to Lizzie, an Aussie first time mum living in NYC.

And finally we speak with Emmie Van Dyke a doctor who was previously working in the emergency department before going on maternity leave to give birth to her second child.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Ina May Baskin "Guide to Childbirth" book: here

”The Fourth Trimester” with Midwife Mandz - Part 1

Mon, 04 May 2020 14:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 26th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Mandy Goodburn, or Midwife Mandz as we like to call her, all about the Fourth Trimester. In part 1, she answers all your questions on the dreaded witching hour, newborn feeding and digestion. Join us for part 2 of our chat, where she chats about newborn sleep, newborn skin and the always forgotten mother!!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Haakaa breast pumps: here

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

”Learning from home” just got easier with teacher, Amanda Woodrow

Thu, 30 Apr 2020 12:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

This bonus episode is our 25th episode of Beyond The Bump. In it we chat to teacher of 10 years Amanda Woodrow, about how we can better facilitate our children's learning from home while they aren't attending school. She has practical tips and tricks to get the most out of this season of our life and ways to take the pressure off!!

Amanda has also released a free eBook "A Parent's Guide To Learning From Home" that goes into this even further.
To download it head here.

You can follow Amanda on instagram at @the_mindset_mentor__ for information on the importance of mindset, wellbeing and mindfulness in our little ones.

Vanessa Hammond on Slow Living, Homeschooling, having a husband who is FIFO and being a Young Mum!

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 24th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Vanessa Hammond, or you may know her by her maiden name Vanessa Prosser. She tells us about her “slow living” lifestyle, raising her two beautiful children simply, her experiences with a partner who does fly in fly out work and her journey so far homeschooling her daughter.

Vanessa also touches on some of the emotions she went through when she found out that she was pregnant at just 19 years of age.

Vanessa teaches us not to stress the small stuff and prioritise the things that really matter!

You can follow Vanessa on instagram at @vanessahammond for endless beach adventures, delicious smoothies, trips in their Troopie, her two super cute kids and so much more.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

The book "Slow”: here

Whole beings homeschooling curriculum: here

”Filling Up Your Cup” as a mum with Regan Figg

Mon, 20 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 23rd episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Regan Figg who is an exercise physiologist, yoga teacher and mama of two who experiecned post natal depression and anxiety after the birth of her first son.

Through her struggles with this she started to practice new ways of thinking, connecting with her body and filling up her cup. By implementing these strategies she prevented any post natal depresison or anxiety following the both of her second son and she now shares her learnings with lots of other mums through her Mama Cup Filler courses and we are lucky enough to have her here today to give us some tips on how we can fill up all of our cups too!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Anxiety book that Jayde mentioned: "Living with it" - here
To listen to Regan's yoga nidra: here
To book into Regan's Mama Cup Filler course: here

You can follow Regan on instagram at @regan_figg for more goddess inspiration!

Gentle discipline with parenting specialist, Rachel Bailey

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 22nd episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Rachel Bailey who is a parenting specialist all the way in Virginia! She has a masters in clinicial psychology, a certification in positive discipline and a mother of two.

We got so much out of this chat with Rachel where we talk about positive and practical discipline techniques, dealing with tantrums, advice around screen time, how to nurture our children with anxiety or attachment and separation issues, how to remain calm while parenting and so so so much more!!

You can follow Rachel on instagram at @rachelbaileyparenting for even more parenting tools!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Rachel's website: here

Rachel's podcast "Your Parenting Long Game": here

Hands On As we Grow: here

Working from home and being a general mum boss with Sophie Bell (@peppahart)

Mon, 06 Apr 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 21st episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to the ever elegant Sophie Bell from Peppa Hart about working from home, starting her own business, running her own business as a mumma and a little bit about her incredibly lust worthy house!!! We felt this episode was timely, as so many mums and dads find themselves suddenly working from home, so we got all the tips on how to be productive!!

You can follow Sophie on instagram at @peppahart for incredible home inspo, cocktail recipes, make up must haves and more!

Food and Supermarket Hacks with Mrs Heemskerk

Mon, 23 Mar 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 20th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to the very clever Kelsie Heemskerk. Kelsey is a family recipe book creator, mother of three little boys and somehow only goes to the supermarket ONCE PER WEEK. We chat to her about how she does it, how to best outs simple ingredients, prevent food waste, budget for food shopping, meal prepping and more!!

You can follow Kelsie on instagram at @mrsheemskerk for endless food tips and simple recipes.

Completely unsolicited parenting opinions to lighten your week!

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Our 19th episode of Beyond The Bump, is a lighthearted banter Q&A with the two of us! You guys sent in parenting questions and we answered them! We talk about sex after birth, post partum body image, getting kids ready for school, our thoughts on daycare and so much more!!

We promise there is no mention of the "C" word (thats Corona), so you can tune out from the stressful noise for an hour!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Boob to food post re: post partum hair loss: here

"Save Our Sleep" by Tizzie Hall: here

Sophie's Airbnb: Grounds of Cabarita
Sophie's cooking instagram: @recipearce

Haakaa breast pump: here

My Big Moments books about starting school and welcoming another baby: here

Confused by Corona? Get the facts with Dr Morgan Edwards!

Thu, 12 Mar 2020 11:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

Our 18th episode of Beyond The Bump, is a bonus episode! We chat to Dr Morgan Edwards, a GP in NZ about all things Corona Virus!! She fills us in on how dangerous the virus is, how it is spread, what we can do to prevent getting the illness and whether the mass hysteria currently is really warranted!

You can follow Dr Morgan Edwards on instagram too at @morgancedwards.

Dr Timmy - ENCORE part 2 - Q&A with O&G and infertility specialist

Mon, 09 Mar 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 17th episode of Beyond The Bump, Dr Timmy (obstetrician, gynaecologist, fertility specialist and most importantly Sophie's dad) is BACK by popular demand!! We once again were overwhelmed with your with the amount of questions you guys sent in so we have had to split the episode into two AGAIN.

If you haven’t listened to part 1 and part 2 of our first interview and part 1 of our encore with him then I recommend you start there!! This week, in part 2 of Dr Timmy's encore, he answers your questions about pregnancy, labour, delivery and the post partum period.

You can follow Dr Timmy on instagram at @timmychippin - but warning there will be nothing O&G related and just photos of his grandchildren!

Dr Timmy - ENCORE part 1 - Q&A with O&G and infertility specialist

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a brand new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 16th episode of Beyond The Bump, Dr Timmy (obstetrician, gynaecologist, fertility specialist and most importantly Sophie's dad) is BACK by popular demand!! We once again were overwhelmed with your with the amount of questions you guys sent in so we have had to split the episode into two AGAIN. If you haven’t listened to part 1 and part 2 of our first interview with him then I recommend you start there, otherwise in part 1, this week, Dr Timmy answers your questions about infertility, fertility, contraception and preconception. Tune in next week as he answers your questions about pregnancy, labour and delivery and the post partum period.

You can follow Dr Timmy on instagram at @timmychippin - but warning there will be nothing O&G related and just photos of his grandchildren!

Transitioning from ”Boob to Food” with Luka - part 2

Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 15th episode of Beyond The Bump, Jayde and Sophie chat to Luka McCabe, midwife, nurse, mother of two and nutrition consultant who runs the amazingly informative instagram and website Boob to Food, about all things infant nutrition. Because we had so many questions for Luka, we split this interview into two parts.

If you haven't listened to last week's episode, Part 1, we recommend you start there. We talked about introducing solids, purees vs baby led weaning and the pros and cons of each, developing good eating habits, how much food is enough, what goes in pouches and how to introduce grains. On today's episode, Part 2, we will talk about introducing allergens, tips for raising a child plant based, tips for fussy eaters, weaning off the boob and much more!

Follow Luka on instagram at @boobtofood or head to her website here.

Transitioning from ”Boob to Food” with Luka - part 1

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 14th episode of Beyond The Bump, Jayde and Sophie chat to Luka McCabe, midwife, nurse, mother of two and nutrition consultant who runs the amazingly informative instagram and website Boob to Food, about all things infant nutrition. Because we had so many questions for Luka, we split this interview into two parts.

On today’s episode, we discuss introducing solids, purees vs baby led weaning and the pros and cons of each, developing good eating habits, how much food is enough, what goes in pouches and how to introduce grains. On next week’s episode we will talk about introducing allergens, tips for raising a child plant based, tips for fussy eaters, weaning off the boob and much more!

Follow Luka on instagram at @boobtofood or head to her website here.

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Liabelle King - Parenting with Two Mamas!

Sun, 09 Feb 2020 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 13th episode of Beyond The Bump, Jayde and Sophie chats to Liabelle King about her same sex marriage to wife, Lotte Barnes, their incredible conception story, parenting with two mums and how we can raise kids that are accepting of difference.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Ali and Cass Bird: follow them here and here

Books:

- Heather has Two Mommies: buy here
- Love Makes a Family: buy here

Inclusive show on ABC: Teeny Tiny Stevies

To follow Liabelle King on instagram: click here

Sophie’s two rapid births and the jump from one child to two

Sun, 02 Feb 2020 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 12th episode of Beyond The Bump, Jayde chats to Sophie all about her incredible (and fast) induced births and how her family is finding the changes from one child to two.

Sophie doesn’t hold back on any birth details, so this is the perfect episode for you if you, like us, are intrigued by all things childbirth.

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Calm birthing courses: here

Tena adult diapers - available from most chemists

Modi Bodi leak proof underwear: here

What the %*&# is sleep?? Q&A with The Sleep Teacher about all things sleep!

Sun, 26 Jan 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 11th episode of Beyond The Bump, we talk to Kristy, The Sleep Teacher, a mother of 3 beautiful girls who now works as a sleep consultant!

We talk about normal sleep, newborn sleep, sleep cycles, sleep training (gently), how to transition out of sleep training, how to transition from cots to toddler beds and SOOO much more!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Sleep suits:
Love to Dream, Ergo Pouch, Gro bag

Black out blinds:
Gro Company, Ergo Pouch

Apps:
Sleepy sounds app for white noise
Glow dreaming

Kids meditation apps:
Calm
Animal meditation

To get in contact with Kristy, The Sleep Teacher, with questions or for a consult, please contact her on Instagram or through her website.

Lillie Varley - talks about endometriosis, IVF, her stillborn son, her rainbow baby twins and so much more!

Sun, 12 Jan 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 10th episode of Beyond The Bump, we talk to Lillie, a beautiful mother of 3 children, about her incredible journey through endometriosis, unexpected conception, infertility, IVF, stillbirth and most recently rainbow baby twins!

Just a warning that this episode covers some sensitive topics and may bring some unexpected emotion.

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

When is it an emergency? We talk with ED professionals about what to do when your child is sick!

Sun, 05 Jan 2020 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 9th episode of Beyond The Bump, Jayde and Sophie talk to emergency professionals about what to do when your child is unwell. Gab and Zoe are an ED doctor and nurse and founders of First Steps, a paediatric first aid and CPR training course. We chat about how to care for your sick child at home, basic life support, when to take them to the emergency department, what to expect in the emergency department and so much more!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

First Steps Community paediatric and infant first aid courses: follow them on instagram @firststepscommunity or visit their website firststepscommunity.com

Kids health app by the Royal Children's Hospital: here

Health advice over the phone
- QLD 13HEALTH (13 43 25 84)
- Australia wide (except QLD) 1800 022 222

Poisons information hotline: 13 11 26

The Newborn Phase

Sun, 22 Dec 2019 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 8th episode of Beyond The Bump, Jayde and Sophie talk all about "That Newborn Stage". They talk about things they didn't expect post birth, breastfeeding, sleep, support and so much more!!

Goodies mentioned in this episode:

Haakaa NZ milk let down breast pump: here

Breast feeding association helpline: call 1800 686 268 or click here

Jayde used a Medela breast pump: here
Sophie used a Philips AVENT breast pump: here

Dummies by bibs: here

Love to dream suits: here

Boob to Food: instagram and website about all things infant food!

"The First Forty Days, The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother" by Heng Ou: buy the book here

The Golden Month: incredible post partum services, check out their website here

Real Food Byron Bay: wholesome food delivery service in Byron Bay and surrounds, check out their website here

Baby nest co sleeper: here

Dockatot lounger: here

"Save our Sleep" by Tizzie Hall: purchase book here

Traveling with Kids

Sun, 15 Dec 2019 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 7th episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat about Traveling with Kids. Things we have learnt, tips and tricks for flying, jetlag, packing and much more!

Goodies mentioned in this website:

App about free camping sites in NZ

- Rankers camping NZ app: https://www.rankers.co.nz/apps/camping_nz

App to help you plan your holiday

- Trip It: https://apps.apple.com/au/app/tripit-travel-planner/id1475712010?mt=12

Fisher price pod: here

Chekoh baby wrap carriers: here

Ergo baby carrier: here

Baby Einstein: here

Yoyo Babyzen travel pram: here

Edwards and Co travel pram: here

Mountain buggy duo - here

Space bags: here

Our Husbands - Q&A on dad life

Sun, 08 Dec 2019 00:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 6th episode of Beyond The Bump, we do a Q+A and have a general chit chat with both of our husbands about all things fatherhood. We talk about feeling ready for kids, watching your partner give birth, bonding with your newborn baby, changes in intimacy post birth and ways that mums and dads can support one another through such a monumental time. There's also plenty of laughs and immaturity sprinkled in along the way!

Goodies mentioned in this website:

Nick's plug for his cooking instagram page: @recipearce

Calm Birth course that Nick and Sophie did in their pregnancy with Poppy: find your local educator here.

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

Dr Timmy - part 2 - Q&A with O&G and fertility specialist

Sun, 01 Dec 2019 15:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a brand new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our fifth episode of Beyond The Bump, we ask Dr Timmy (obstetrician, gynaecologist, fertility specialist and most importantly Sophie's dad) your requested questions! We were overwhelmed with your response when we announced that we would be interviewing Dr Timmy so due to the number of questions we have had to split this episode into two parts. If you haven't listened to part 1 of this episode, we recommend that you listen to that episode first. It covers what you guys wanted to know about pregnancy, labour and miscarriage. This episode is part 2, and Dr Timmy answers your questions about tears, caesareans, VBACs, fertility, infertility and postpartum.

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

You can follow Dr Timmy on instagram at @timmychippin - but warning there will be nothing O&G related and just photos of his grandchildren!

Dr Timmy - Q&A with O&G and fertility specialist

Sun, 24 Nov 2019 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a brand new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 4th episode of Beyond The Bump, we ask Dr Timmy (obstetrician, gynaecologist, fertility specialist and most importantly Sophie's dad) your requested questions! We were overwhelmed with your response when we announced that we would be interviewing Dr Timmy so due to the number of questions we have had to split this episode into two parts. Part 1 of this episode covers what you guys wanted to know about pregnancy, labour and miscarriage. Part 2 will be released next Sunday where Dr Timmy answers your questions about tears, caesareans, VBACs, fertility, infertility and postpartum.

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

You can follow Dr Timmy on instagram at @timmychippin - but warning there will be nothing O&G related and just photos of his grandchildren!

Jayde - journey with PND and PNA after her third bubba

Sun, 17 Nov 2019 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a brand new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our 3rd episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to co-host Jayde about her journey with post natal depression and anxiety since having her third baby girl, Yumi. Jayde has been open and honest about her experiences since she was diagnosed. We chat about her signs and symptoms, how it differed to her post partum period with her first two girls, what she has found helpful in her recovery and how she is doing now.

If this episode triggers any concerning feelings or emotions for you, we recommend contacting LifeLine on 13 11 14 or seeing your GP.

Links to goodies mentioned in this episode:

The book about panic and anxiety that greatly helped Jayde: Living With It by Bev Aisbett

Jayde's episode with Australian Birth Stories podcast

Another great resource is The Gidget Foundation Australia

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

You can follow Jayde on instagram at @londonxboston

Lidia Ferreira - being a single mother, dating as a mother and blending a family

Sun, 10 Nov 2019 16:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a brand new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our second episode of Beyond The Bump, we chat to Lidia with her experiences of being a single mother, dating as a mother and then her journey meeting her partner and blending their families!

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.

You can follow Lidia on instagram @lidiaferreira__

Get to Know Us!

Sun, 03 Nov 2019 15:00:00 +1100

In our first episode of Beyond The Bump, get to know the people (Jayde and Sophie) behind the voices that you'll hopefully be getting very familiar with!

Links to goodies mentioned in this episode:

Sophie's husband's business: Blackboard Coffee - click for website, instagram

Calm birthing course: Click for website and find an educator in your area

Tweed Coast Scoop podcast that interviewed Sophie: Click for podcast

Note ,Jayde has also been interviewed for Australian Birth Stories podcast: Click for podcast

Sophie's Airbnb Grounds of Cabarita: Click for website

0 - Trailer

Fri, 01 Nov 2019 14:00:00 +1100

Beyond The Bump is a brand new podcast, brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.

In our first episode of Beyond The Bump, get to know the people (Jayde and Sophie) behind the voices that you'll hopefully be getting very familiar with!

Follow us on instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.