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How Motherhood Changed MeThe rabbit hole of Postpartum PsychosisIn this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we’re speaking with Ariane Beeston - psychologist, mum, and author of ‘Because I’m Not Myself, You See’, a raw and powerful memoir about her experience of postpartum psychosis.Ariane takes us into the disorienting time when motherhood didn’t just change her, it completely unmoored her. We talk about what it’s like to lose touch with reality in those early months, the slow and brave work of rebuilding yourself, and how she’s now helping others through her work at COPE.It...2025-06-2457 min

How Motherhood Changed MeROB KENNEY: How Fatherhood Changed MeRob Kenney didn’t have a dad growing up, so he became one for millions of strangers on the internet.What started as a simple YouTube channel sharing life skills quickly grew into something more. Dad, How Do I? is like an antidote to the usual tough-guy stuff online; practical advice with kindness at its core.In this episode, Rob opens up about his own journey, the father he’s chosen to be, and why showing up, even when you don’t have all the answers, is what parenting today...2025-06-1847 min

How Motherhood Changed MeNo dusty sons with PAYAL DESAIWhat does it mean to raise boys who care? Who contribute at home, take responsibility and grow into good men... not just “not bad” ones?In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we’re joined by Payal Desai (@payalforstyle), the voice behind the viral “No Dusty Sons” series, for a powerful conversation about parenting boys in a culture that often fails them, and everyone around them.A former teacher and mum of two, Payal talks to us about conscious parenting, gender roles, emotional awareness, and how we can all do bet...2025-06-1157 min

How Motherhood Changed MeBEC MORSE: when life doesn’t go to planRebecca Morse was in her mid-20s, chasing career dreams in TV journalism, when life took an unexpected turn. She found out she was pregnant.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Bec shares what it was like to step into motherhood earlier than planned, how she navigated the shift while still holding onto her ambition, and what it meant to grow up fast.We talk about identity, sacrifice, and the messiness of trying to do both: raising three daughters and continuing to show up for your career...2025-06-0350 min

How Motherhood Changed MeWe need to talk about gender disappointmentIn this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Jenna opens up about something many mothers feel but don’t say out loud: gender disappointment. She shares her experience of grieving the daughter she once imagined, and the guilt and shame that followed.Kerrie reads a poem Jenna wrote at the time she found out her third baby was also a boy, capturing the thoughts and emotions she didn’t know how to express. Together, they explore what might be behind these complicated feelings and hope that anyone quietly carrying similar thoughts feels a little more...2025-05-2818 min

How Motherhood Changed MeI quit my 'real job' for motherhoodBecoming a mum shifts the way we see ourselves, especially when it comes to work. For some, it’s a gradual realignment of priorities. For others, it brings big, confronting questions about identity, ambition, and what’s truly sustainable in this season of life.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with Gretchen Scalora, a mum of four who made the decision to leave a high-profile job - one she had once believed defined who she was - to become a “full-time mum.”We talk about what led to that cho...2025-05-2047 min

How Motherhood Changed MeAMIE ROHAN on holding grief and growing forwardAmie Rohan’s path to motherhood has included some of the toughest experiences a parent can face. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, she talks openly about her twin pregnancy, the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Willow, and the reality of bringing home one baby while mourning the other.We also speak about postnatal anxiety and depression, the end of her marriage, and what it’s taken to rebuild - both personally and as a mum. This is a raw, honest conversation about...2025-05-1352 min

How Motherhood Changed MeThe Mothers Who Made UsIn this deeply personal episode, we sit down with our own beautiful mums, Leanne and Julie, to reflect on the women they were before motherhood, the journey of raising us, and the legacy of love, sacrifice, and identity that lives on in our families today.From the early days of nappies and night feeds to their honest reflections on watching us become mothers, this conversation is full of emotion, memory, vulnerability… and the kind of insight only a mum can offer.We talk matrescence, generational shifts, quiet sacrifices, and th...2025-05-0647 min

How Motherhood Changed MeWhat Do I Want To Be When They Grow Up?Motherhood changes us in ways we never expect… and sometimes, without even realising it, parts of who we are get tucked away for later.In the season 4 opener of How Motherhood Changed Me, we’re joined by Karen Johnson; writer, speaker, and author of the new book ‘What Do I Want To Be When They Grow Up?’Karen shares her wisdom on making space for your own ambitions and finding your way back to the parts of you that motherhood may have quietened.This conversa...2025-04-3042 min

How Motherhood Changed MeBe the mother your inner child needsHave you ever found yourself reacting in motherhood in ways that surprise you… snapping, people-pleasing, or feeling like a child all over again? You’re not alone, and there’s often a deeper reason behind it.To wrap up season 3; in this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with trauma-informed psychodynamic coach Lavinia Brown about the power of inner child healing and working through the mother wound. Lavinia shares her own story and the ways our unmet childhood needs can show up in motherhood - often in ways we don’t expect.2025-04-0848 min

How Motherhood Changed MeTHE DEBRIEF: we love a modern day dadIntroducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.The dads have changed too! In this recap, we share all our favourite bits and takeaways from our chat with chef and TV personality Colin Fassnidge. We've also finally managed to get some feedback from our husbands 😅 and we ask why is hands-on fatherhood either mocked or put on a pedestal?Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you’d like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join our...2025-04-0712 min

How Motherhood Changed MeCOLIN FASSNIDGE: How Fatherhood Changed MeWe’ve shared so many stories of motherhood, but what about fatherhood? In this episode, we’re hearing a dad’s perspective as we sit down with renowned chef and TV personality Colin Fassnidge. Known for his no-nonsense approach in the kitchen, Colin gets real about how becoming a father to two daughters softened him, the lessons he’s learned along the way, and the gender norms he’s challenged both at home and in his career. It’s a refreshingly honest conversation about parenting, breaking stereotypes, and the unexpected way...2025-04-0145 min

How Motherhood Changed MeHow heartache inspired a children’s bookAfter losing her husband to cancer, Georgia Lillie was left to raise their two young boys alone. What followed was an unexpected journey of healing that would forever transform their family.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we sit down with Georgia to hear the heartfelt story behind her children’s book, My Dad is an Eagle Now.It’s a powerful conversation about love, loss, and the legacy a mother creates for her children.Follow Georgia on Instagram.Learn more...2025-03-2539 min

How Motherhood Changed MeFrom best friend to surrogate sisterWhen Jess Brockie offered to carry a baby for her best friend Bec, she had no idea it would turn out the way it did.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with Jess about the selfless act of surrogacy, and the incredible strength it took when the unimaginable happened.You’ll need to have the tissues handy for this one!How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.This episode is brought to you by...2025-03-1948 min

How Motherhood Changed MeCATERINA METE on being the Red Wiggle and a solo twin mum (by choice)Red Wiggle Caterina Mete has been part of the popular children’s franchise for over two decades. If your kids are a little older you might know her as Police Officer Beaples… but what you might not know is that behind the scenes she was longing for another title; mum. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Caterina tells us about her decision to become a solo mum, and her absolute elation when she found out she was having twins!We loved this one, and so will you. 2025-03-1135 min

How Motherhood Changed MeRENAE INGLES: from netball to neurodiversityNetball champion Renae Ingles and her NBA star husband Joe, were already juggling twin toddlers and their professional sporting careers (on opposite sides of the world!) when their son Jacob was diagnosed with Autism.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Renae tells us she knew something wasn’t right, and that’s why she is so passionate about sharing their story; to help other families.It’s easy to see how Renae climbed to the top of her netball game, and that determination and commitment shines in her mo...2025-03-0448 min

How Motherhood Changed Me“I grew a baby with my mother’s womb”After a life-saving hysterectomy following the birth of her daughter, Kirsty Bryant became Australia’s first uterus transplant recipient.The donor was her mother.Less than a year later, Kirsty welcomed a healthy baby boy… grown in the same uterus she was!You need to hear this story to believe it!Follow Kirsty on Instagram.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part...2025-02-2544 min

How Motherhood Changed Me3 words every mum wants to hear: cheap, healthy groceriesEating well doesn’t mean it has to cost you more…That’s what our guest in this episode of How Motherhood Changed Us says.Nabula Brdar started out like a lot of new mums; fumbling around in the supermarket aisles trying to decipher ingredient lists and eliminate nasty additives and preservatives.She now shares everything she’s learned on her hugely popular platform Supermarket Swap.We got so much out of this chat and we know you will too!...2025-02-1847 min

How Motherhood Changed MeKELLIE FINLAYSON: finding purpose as a mum with stage 4 cancerAt 25, with a three-month-old baby on her lap; Kellie Finlayson was told she had stage 4 bowel cancer.She didn’t know it at the time but the doctors didn’t expect her to live beyond six months… that was 3 years ago.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Kellie shares that life with her little girl Sophia is the reason she’s still fighting.Follow Kellie onInstagram andTik Tok.Learn more about her work with theJodie Lee Foundation.Preorder her memo...2025-02-1135 min

How Motherhood Changed MeThe truth about mum guilt with Zoe BlaskeyThere’s guilt and then there’s MUM GUILT… a heavy, impossible burden that doesn’t let up no matter what you do. It’s the nagging feeling that you’re not doing enough or being enough for your kids, and that all your choices are somehow screwing them up. If you’re a mum juggling all the demands of modern parenting, we know you get it. Zoe Blaskey is a transformational coach, speaker and bestselling author of Motherkind - and she joins us for a conversat...2025-02-041h 01

How Motherhood Changed MeXMAS SPECIAL - surviving the silly season with Gen MuirThe holiday season is magical but for us mums, it’s also overwhelming. In this special bonus episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we’re joined by the incredible Genevieve Muir from Connected Parenting to unpack how to survive the chaos of Christmas. Gen shares practical advice on managing the never-ending to-do lists, navigating packed social calendars, and staying sane when the kids are melting down. We also dive into prepping your little ones for those big family gatherings, and tackling tricky conversations about Santa with older children. Whether you...2024-12-0341 min

How Motherhood Changed MeA mother's intuitionDo you believe in mothers' intuition? That gut sense or ‘knowing’ that something may be up with your child… It’s come up a few times on How Motherhood Changed Me, and so to wrap up season 2 we’re going to do some reflecting as we explore the topic a little more. We also speak with psychic grandma, Julie Lewin to hear her thoughts, and we look to the future and get our cards read! Thank you for being on this ride with us. 2024-09-2429 min

How Motherhood Changed MeTARA PAVLOVIC is in her healthy mum eraMotherhood has a profound way of forcing us to face our demons… even ones we didn’t realise we had buried inside. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with former reality TV star, author and content creator Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson whose life has transformed since becoming a mum of two. She tells us about the “woo-woo” therapy that’s helped heal forgotten childhood wounds, how prioritising exercise and improving her diet has made her a better mum, and how proud she is of the way she’s raising her...2024-09-1749 min

How Motherhood Changed MeThe hidden grief of secondary infertility1 in 10 women experience secondary infertility, and yet it’s an issue that is hardly discussed. Chloe Jeffers is one of those women, and she joins us on this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me to shine a spotlight on this difficult and often private struggle. She opens up about the tough moments, and the unexpected ways she's found peace and acceptance with being a mum of one. Whether you’re on a similar path or just curious about the experiences of others, Chloe’s story offers a...2024-09-1058 min

How Motherhood Changed MeI’m a transgender man and I had a babyStarting a family was the furthest thing from Logan Brown’s mind. As a transgender man, he was undergoing hormone replacement therapy, and was in a relatively new relationship. But despite the odds, it happened. Logan started blogging about his pregnancy journey, and quickly garnered a lot of attention… even from Anna Wintour who secured him for the front cover of Glamour UK’s pride edition. His daughter Nova was born last year, and Logan joins us for this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, to chat about it all. It...2024-09-031h 01

How Motherhood Changed MeMotherhood & medals with Olympian Keesja GofersThere is such an exciting buzz around women’s sport at the moment, and as we just saw at the Paris Olympics, the mums are certainly well-represented! One of those mums is Keesja Gofers… a proud member of the Aussie Stingers waterpolo team, who just returned home with a silver medal. Adding to that impressive accomplishment, is the fact she only gave birth to her daughter Teleri, last year! In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we ask Keesja what it takes to be an elite athlete and mum...2024-08-2752 min

How Motherhood Changed MeThe motherhood load is mental with Paige ConnellPaige Connell aka @sheisapaigeturner is a working mum of four who knows allll about the invisible burden many mothers carry to keep everyone happy and things running smoothly. She is a popular content creator known for her thought-provoking videos challenging social norms and championing equitable parenting… but it wasn’t always like that in her home. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we find out what led Paige to her breaking point, and why she’s now so passionate about sharing online. There a...2024-08-2055 min

How Motherhood Changed MeBRON LEWIS: if you don't laugh you'll cryWhen you’re dealing with poo explosions, tantrums, snotty noses and preparing meals for hours that no one eats… you kind of have two options: lose your mind or have a laugh about it. Comedian and mum-of-three, Bron Lewis lives by the mantra ‘if you don’t laugh you’ll cry’, in fact she’s made a hilarious hit show all about the ups and downs of her motherhood journey. We go deep in this chat, covering topics such as postpartum depression and anxiety, but as you’ll discover Bron has a funny...2024-08-1356 min

How Motherhood Changed MeHAYLEY PEARSON’s baby saved her familyWhen Hayley’s big brother called to congratulate her on the safe arrival of her baby boy, she had to hand the phone off to her mum. Her head was in a bucket and she was having an allergic reaction to the pain relief her doctor had given for her c-section. A week later she was home from hospital, and the phone rang again. She knew before the words even came out. Her brother was dead. That was almost 13 years ago, but in her first ever podcast interview, Adelaide medi...2024-08-0649 min

How Motherhood Changed MeI gave up booze for my babyAs she approached 30, Kristina started warming to the idea of becoming a mother but she had a bit of a health journey to go on first. She knew she needed to give up alcohol, and live a healthier lifestyle for herself and her family. In S02 episode 2, we chat with Kristina Shields a fabulous, larger-than-life personality who says she doesn’t think she’d be here if she hadn’t made that decision. You’re going to get so much out of this brave and vuln...2024-07-3039 min

How Motherhood Changed MeJESS URLICHS is not 'just a mother'If you have small children (or you used to) you’ve no doubt come across Jess Urlichs on social media. She’s a mum of 3 living in New Zealand, and has hundreds of thousands of fans from all over the world who connect with the poetry she writes about her motherhood experiences. Jess’ words are real, raw and SO relatable… and she is hugely successful because of it. In our season 2 opener we find out some of the personal stories that inspired Jess to write, a...2024-07-2331 min

How Motherhood Changed MeLISE & SARAH on finding your mum squadMotherhood can be so isolating and lonely, especially if your friends are in a different life phase. In episode eight of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with besties Lise Carlaw & Sarah Wills aka ‘Lise & Sarah’, who met just after the birth of their second children. Their friendship has since platformed new careers and a successful brand, and they now host ‘Disco Club’ for women to connect and let loose with a night out dancing and singing. If you’ve ever longed for a deep and meaningful mum friend, you’re goi...2024-07-0250 min

How Motherhood Changed MeRediscovering your style as a mum with Caitlin MarwahaOn the other side of having babies, many of us are left with a softer and stretched body, and clothes that no longer fit or flatter us. If you’ve found yourself looking in the mirror and wondering what you’re supposed to wear now… you’re not alone. In episode seven of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with personal stylist, colour consultant and course creator Caitlin Marwaha, who has helped thousands of mums rediscover their sense of style, and feel more confident than ever. Visit Caitlin's website to learn...2024-06-2547 min

How Motherhood Changed MeNavigating friendships & infertilityInfertility is a deeply personal and emotional journey… and hardly anyone in Kerrie’s world knew she was going through it. In episode six of How Motherhood Changed Me, we have an open and raw conversation about navigating friendships when you’re struggling and everyone around you is sharing baby announcements. Information & Support: Beyond Blue PANDA Your IVF success Fertility Society of Australia & New Zealand Access Australia How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journa...2024-06-1827 min

How Motherhood Changed MeAMY GERARD on sex after kidsAmy Gerard’s refreshingly honest take on motherhood has earned her thousands of online fans, brand collaborations, a book deal, and most recently a national radio show. From losing her libido after becoming a mum, to needing kid-free nights out with her girlfriends… she’s not afraid to tell it how it is, and we love her for it. In episode five of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat about her hilarious memoir ‘Strap Yourself In’ and the not so glamorous bits of being a mum. You’re going to love this...2024-06-1147 min

How Motherhood Changed MeKeeping our kids safe online with Yasmin LondonFrom managing screen-time to social media access, every parent is grappling with how to navigate the digital world. In episode four of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with former police officer and online safety expert, Yasmin London - who has seen first hand the serious, real-world implications that technology can have on children. So, what’s the solution? Her answer might surprise you. Learn more about Yasmin's work and digital resilience on her website - www.yasminlondon.com Sign the 36 months petit...2024-06-0459 min

How Motherhood Changed MeTERESA PALMER on balancing motherhood & HollywoodTeresa Palmer is like the Hannah Montana of Hollywood... she has an amazing acting career but splits her time between LA and Australia so she can give her kids more of a "normal" childhood. You're going to love this chat in episode three of How Motherhood Changed Me, where we learn how Teresa juggles it all, what she's discovered about herself since becoming a mum, and what worries her about modern day parenting. Spoiler alert: she has the same concerns as the rest of us! How Motherhood Changed Me...2024-05-2858 min

How Motherhood Changed MeI went through menopause before I became a mumSarah always knew she wanted to be a mum… but at 23 after a cancer diagnosis, she was told she would not be able to carry babies herself. 10 and a half years later another woman made her dream come true. In episode two of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with Sarah Wright whose determination to become a mum helped legalise surrogacy in South Australia. Have the tissues handy, it's an emotional one! How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by jo...2024-05-2240 min

How Motherhood Changed MeThe birth of a mother with Amy Taylor-KabbazWhat actually happens to a woman when she becomes a mother? There is a word you may or may not have heard of before that encompasses it all... and that word is matrescence. In episode one of How Motherhood Changed Me we chat with journalist, author and matrescence activist Amy Taylor-Kabbaz. Get ready to feel seen and understood, it's a juicy conversation that'll have you shouting YES! over and over again. Learn more about Amy's books and programs on her website www.amytaylorkabbaz.com. Follow Amy o...2024-05-151h 00

How Motherhood Changed MeGet to know your hostsIn this introduction episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, get to know your hosts Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. We are still a little blown away that our podcast idea (hatched one night over a glass of bubbles) is finally coming to life! We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on ⁠Instagram⁠. Join our community chat group on ⁠Facebook⁠. Visit our ⁠website⁠. Send us an ⁠email⁠.2024-05-1408 min