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Parenthood👄 Real Talk - Thoughts on party parents and celebrating 200 episodes!Brought to you by Toniebox.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener.👄 “At a recent kids birthday party one of the parents got quite drunk… it’s not the first time. Now I’m hesitant having my child in their care – Help!”We chat about:🎙 Leonie’s reflections on 200 episodes of the Parenthood podcast🎙 Melbourne’s school parent party culture🎙 What to do, if we don’t jell with another parent, but our kids lo...
2025-04-2120 min
Parenthood👄 Real Talk - Help! How do I know if I want more kids?We – are – back…!And kicking off the year with a DM that we received: “how you know when you don’t want to have any more kids?”We acknowledge that this is a privileged and sensitive conversation, as so many struggle to fall pregnant. However in answering the question, Liv & I give our 2 cents on the topic including:🎙 All of the factors we would consider when it comes to having another child🎙 Is Leonie really done at 2 children?🎙 Societies new normal around not needing to have kids, or havi...
2025-02-1016 min
The Curious LifeParenthood with Leonie AkhidenorLeonie Akhidenor is property developer, a relationship coach and the host of the Parenthood Podcast, which was a finalist in the 2024 Australian Podcast Awards. Leonie is also a mother to two young boys and although she spends her time interviewing couples about their parenting experiences, she's not one to shy away from sharing her own, either.
In this episode, Leonie delved into her own experiences with mental health, from anxiety to pre-natal depression and how she managed to move herself through some of those difficult days.
We talked about the impact that family dynamics and...
2024-11-2858 min
Mindful Mama: Raising Kind, Confident Kids Without Losing Your Cool | Parenting Strategies For Big Emotions & MoreHigh Achiever to Anxious Mom - Leonie Akhidenor [513]Were you raised to be a high-achieving, straight-A kind of kid? If so, like Hunter’s podcast guest, Leonie Akhidenor, it may correlate with anxious times as a parent—wanting to get it all “right.” Hunter and Leonie talk about how childhood experiences impact our mental states, couple dynamics and more in this wide-ranging episode. ABOUT HUNTER CLARKE-FIELDS: Hunter Clarke-Fields is the host Mindful Parenting Podcast (Top 0.5% podcast ), global speaker, number 1 bestselling author of “Raising Good Humans” and “Raising Good Humans Every Day,” Mindfulness Meditation teacher and creator of the Mindful Parenting Course and Teacher Training...
2024-10-2955 min
Parenthood👄 REAL TALK - A blow-up at the dry-cleaners and do you find it hard to switch off?Do you ever feel like it’s hard to stay present whilst drowning in all of your to dos? We can relate, this week Liv and I chat about:🎙 Leonie’s blow up at the dry cleaners🎙 Do you struggle switching off from work mode at the end of the day?🎙 Are news and current events impacting you too?🎙 Road rage And so much more…Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodParenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we w...
2024-10-2329 min
ParenthoodLeonie Akhidenor on CNBC's Bloom Health Club; family dynamics & personal well-beingIn my last episode I spoke all about my experience with being at CNBC TV and also recording a podcast with them. This week’s episode is the podcast that we recorded. Sit back and enjoy (and DM me on your thoughts on whether you think my voice is husky or A-OK…)Follow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpodParenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past...
2024-07-2927 min
Baby Brain Podcast160. Navigating relationship ups and downs, with Relationship Coach Leonie AkhidenorWe’re back baby!! And this episode is a BANGER! We’re chatting about how our relationships change after having kids, and how to get through the ups and downs, and keep things interesting and intimate with your partner throughout parenting. We’ve got the amazing Leonie Akhidenor on this week, who is the host of the Parenthood Podcast, exploring the challenges parents face during the early years of parenting. Leonie is also a property developer, relationship coach and mother of two boys based in Melbourne. Her goal in life is for people to feel less alone in thei...
2024-07-1539 min
Bloom Health ClubLeonie Akhidenor, The Parenting Guru | Bloom Health ClubIn this week’s episode of Bloom Health Club, we are excited to welcome Leonie Akhidenor, renowned as The Parenting Guru, who will share her expertise on maintaining relationship wellness and effective parenting. Leonie’s insights have made her a respected figure in the parenting community, where she provides valuable guidance on balancing family dynamics and personal well-being.
2024-07-0127 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK – A day in the life + Parenthood is going globalBrought to you by @bambimini.coThis is our final episode before our mini break. We are answering our audience’s top question; how is everyone juggling it all? We certainly are no experts and we drop balls all the time, but in this Real Talk episode we discuss:🎙 Leonie’s solo trip to the US, preparing the kids and taking her mic with her🎙 What our typical routines look like and how we fit it all in (or don’t)🎙 Do we baby our husbands?🎙 Meal pr...
2024-06-1732 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - A 48 hour argument over not making the bed + growing apart from our partnersThis week we’re going airing our dirty laundry, about what we disagree on behind closed door. We spill the tea on:🎙 A 48 hour Mexican stand-off in Leonie’s household🎙 Who waves the white flag first in an argument?🎙 A call-in from a listener re growing apart from her husband🎙 Why fighting means we’re communicating and passion means we careAnd so much more…Follow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpodParenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we wor...
2024-04-2221 min
Up the DuffOvercoming Resentment and Differing Opinions in Fertility Journeys - With Leonie AkhidenorOn this episode of the Up The Duff podcast, host Brittany Darling is joined by Leonie Akhidenor, certified relationship coach and host of the Parenthood Pod. Together, they delve into the complexities of relationships and parenthood amidst fertility struggles. They tackle topics like resentment, unequal partnership dynamics, maintaining intimacy, handling differing opinions, and coping when one partner considers ending the fertility journey. Leonie's expertise as a relationship coach shines as they navigate the challenges of infertility and relationships. A must-listen for anyone on a fertility journey.
In this episode you’ll discover:
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2024-04-0430 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - All the scope on Leonie’s home purchaseAfter 2 years of searching for the right property, I bought a family home! During this Real Talk episode, Liv and I discuss all the tea on the house purchase, including:🎙 The 2 year buying experience🎙 Why I used a buyer’s advocate🎙 The anxiety riddling auction🎙 Home improvements and DIY curtain & blind optionsAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor @thecurtainandblindcoFollow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpodParenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on whic...
2024-03-2522 min
Ready or NotLeonie Akhidenor on toxic productivity and the relationship stuff that's keeping mums and dads up at nightLeonie Akhidenor is a property developer, relationship coach and the host of Parenthood, a podcast that explores the parenting experience from all angles. She's also a mother who has faced both pre and postnatal depression, as well as the profound identity shifts and emotional struggles that can come with motherhood. Through her podcast, Parenthood, Leonie explores the greatest challenges parents are facing today, with a focus on hearing from both sides of a relationship. Here, Leonie talks about acknowledging the need to rest after a lifetime of assigning her value to productivity, what she's learned about parenting...
2024-03-1358 minReady or NotLeonie Akhidenor on toxic productivity and the relationship stuff that's keeping mums and dads up at nightLeonie Akhidenor is a property developer, relationship coach and the host of Parenthood, a podcast that explores the parenting experience from all angles. She's also a mother who has faced both pre and postnatal depression, as well as the profound identity shifts and emotional struggles that can come with motherhood. Through her podcast, Parenthood, Leonie explores the greatest challenges parents are facing today, with a focus on hearing from both sides of a relationship. Here, Leonie talks about acknowledging the need to rest after a lifetime of assigning her value to productivity, what she's learned about parenting...
2024-03-1358 min
Pretty HardEpisode 32. Fluctuating. Leonie Akhidenor's Relationship to Beauty"You’ll care less, strive further, and feel more,” Leonie Akhidenor is the host of the Parenthood Podcast, a model, and mother, who was introduced to Fluff via mutual connections. In this conversation we explore her experience as a bi-racial woman growing up in Australia, her journey through pre and post natal depression, and her learnings from hundreds of conversations with other parents, including the tension for some mothers to find their ’sexy’ or to feel good in their ‘new' body after having children. She discusses with us the struggle to find time for self care and how it can...
2024-02-2042 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Part 1: Our biggest lessons from 2023 + Ins & Outs + Summer break teaEp 123 - Our Real Talk segment is back! Because we had SO much to discuss, this is part 1 of a 2 part conversation. We chat about:🎙 Our summer holidays and was it really a holiday?🎙 Burnout and the beauty in the breakdown🎙 Am I living the way I want to, what needs to change?🎙 A heart breaking reality check for LeonieAnd so much more…Thank you to our episode sponsor @taktiktennisFollow Parenthood on insta @parenthoodpodReferences...
2024-02-1230 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Leonie is on the Growing Pod; Q&A with Beth RyanI am on the Growing Podcast.--In today’s episode of Growing, host Beth Ryan is joined by relationship and parenting coach Leonie Akhidenor to discuss the challenges couples face in their relationships after having kids. Drawing on questions and concerns submitted by their online community, they explore topics such as the mental load, communication, lack of libido, resentment, and self-care.Leonie provides valuable insights on how to share the mental load, communicate effectively, and delegate tasks to create a more balanced partnership. They also discuss the importance of pr...
2024-01-2246 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Leonie on KicBump w Steph Claire Smith "Is it normal to resent your partner during the newborn phase?"Bringing you an episode where I was a guest on KicBump.--You’re exhausted from feeding all night and your partner is playing golf. If you’re currently in the depths of the newborn phase, and resenting your partner for going back to their normal life, you’re not alone. Mum of two, relationship coach, and host of the ‘Parenthood’ podcast Leonie Akhidenor has heard it all (and worse) so we asked for her help to answer your questions.Steph & Leonie discuss the resentment that parents can feel when they’re ta...
2024-01-1534 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Did you experience the 'panic years' too?Real Talk is back and we’re responding to a DM that we received from a 30 year old single woman, who is panicking, because at this age she expected to be married with kids. She asks; what the hell went wrong? So Liv & I reflect on our own panic years and delve into:🎙 How we felt massive society pressure at 30🎙 Our journeys to getting married and having babies🎙 The panic that can set in about career, promotions and money🎙 The best advice Leonie ever received when datingAnd s...
2023-11-1326 min
KICPODIs it normal to resent your partner during the newborn phase? – KICBUMP with Leonie AkhidenorYou’re exhausted from feeding all night and your partner is playing golf. If you’re currently in the depths of the newborn phase, and resenting your partner for going back to their normal life, you’re not alone. Mum of two, relationship coach, and host of the ‘Parenthood’ podcast Leonie Akhidenor has heard it all (and worse) so we asked for her help to answer your questions. Steph & Leonie discuss the resentment that parents can feel when they’re taking on more of the load than their partner & how to manage it, what non-feeding partners can do to feel u...
2023-11-0734 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Leonie's journey with pre and post natal depression (twice)In today’s Real Talk segment, we’re talking all things depression pre and post kids. Leonie delves into her own experiences with pregnancy and early parenting and the girls hash out:🎙 What pre-natal depression looks like🎙 What post-natal depression looks like🎙 What got Leonie through it🎙 Not crying in the therapist’s officeand so much more…References: The Gidget Foundation - https://www.gidgetfoundation.org.au/Today’s partner: The Nappy Collective - https://www.thenappycollective.com/To watch...
2023-08-2828 min
Growing Up Raising Us32 | Leonie Akhidenor: Navigating Relationships After Kids, Pre and Postnatal Anxiety and Depression, Starting a PodcastIn this episode, we are joined by Leonie Akhidenor (she/her) from Parenthood pod. Leonie and her husband are parents to two boys, aged 4 and 3. During her pregnancies and postpartum periods, Leonie experienced both pre and postnatal depression and anxiety. She discusses the impact of these experiences on her motherhood journey and how they motivated her to start her own podcast. Over the years, Leonie has evolved into a relationship coach, addressing pressing questions and concerns for couples and single parents. Additionally, she is involved in property development and works part-time as a model.
Our conversation covers...
2023-08-1447 min
Tales From The Fourth Trimester11 | Parenthood and intimate relationships - how the eff do we make it work? With Leonie AkhidenorIn this episode, I'm chatting with Leonie Akhidenor about everyone's favourite juicy topic: sex and relationships. Specifically, what happens when you add a baby (or three) into the mix. Leonie is a relationship coach, mum of 2 toddler boys, host and founder of the Parenthood Podcast, a podcast about parents for parents. Parents call in with confessions of what is keeping them up at night and Leonie explores these topics and provides unsolicited advice. The podcast explores all topics from sexless marriages, to surviving affairs and overcoming the daily resentment that can build in relationships. Leonie is also a...
2023-08-071h 00
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Leonie is on Beyond The Likes with Amy Gerard talking the normal things that happen in relationships after kidsBringing you an episode from Amy Gerard's podcast - Beyond the likes...This weeks episode is like a therapy session without the price tag. Amy is joined by Leonie Akhidenor - relationship coach, successful businesswoman and mother of two - and they get straight to the gritty stuff. If you're feeling resentment towards your partner, not sure how to reignite the passion in your relationship, or just need to be seen - this episode is for you.To find out more about Amy Gerard - see insta @amy.gerardTo...
2023-07-1750 min
Postpartum like a boss52 | Things we don't talk about - With Leonie Akhidenor @parenthoodpodIn this episode we are super lucky to have Leonie Akhidenor, host of the @parenthoodpod on to chat about the taboo subjects in parenthood - the things we don't talk about! Leonie started her podcast, which aims to take the stigma out of the hard parts of parenthood, in her second postpartum after experiencing pre and postnatal depression with both of her children. In this episode you'll hear all about: - Leonie's differing experiences of pre and postnatal depression, her first ever experiences of diagnosed mental ill-health. - Why Leonie decided to create a podcast wh...
2023-07-1652 minParenthoodBONUS SOLO EP: For everyone not in Europe, this one's for youDoes it feel like you’re the only one NOT on holidays? If it does, I feel you. This week in this bonus solo ep I bring you hot tips on how I’m handling this holiday period, specifically:🏝 I joined a gym for the first time in 5 years!🏝 How to stay productive when we’re working from home🏝 My childhood triggers about holiday programs🏝 Snapping at an innocent random at the libraryand so much more...To enquire about coaching with me:DM m...
2023-07-1020 minParenthoodBONUS EP: Leonie is on BBKR Pod; resentment, intimacy & relationship changes with Aliza Carr & Dr Jo SgroiThis is an episode from Baby Baking and Kid Raising with Aliza Carr and Dr Jo Sgroi.--Leonie wears many hats, including mum of two toddlers, property developer by day, podcaster by night, hosting her own show the Parenthood Podcast. Leonie is also a relationship coach and part-time model, so she is undoubtedly well well-versed in juggling it all 🤹♀️Joe, Aliza and Leonie chat all things relationships in this episode 💓 We dive into how they change once a baby enters the picture, and how we have all experienced this first hand. We cha...
2023-07-0340 minParenthoodBONUS EP: Leonie is on KicBump talking love life after kids with Steph Clare SmithThis episode aired on the KicBump podcst hosted by Steph Claire Smith. Leonie was a guest and discussed:🔥 Sex life after birth🔥 Why we point score/ tit-for-tat with our partners🔥 How to juggle mental load🔥 Self care and much more...For more on KicBump see:Insta @kicpodApple iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/kicpod/id1457667995Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/2M7qMqeBYjhvHmpFwTrYCI Hosted o...
2023-06-1240 min
Baby Baking & Kid RaisingEpisode 19: Resentment, intimacy and relationship changes with Leonie AkhidenorIn today's episode, we are joined by Leonie Akhidenor.Leonie wears many hats, including mum of two toddlers, property developer by day, podcaster by night, hosting her own show the Parenthood Podcast. Leonie is also a relationship coach and part-time model, so she is undoubtedly well well-versed in juggling it all. In today’s episode, we dive into relationships and how they change once a baby enters the picture. We chat about topics like parental burnout, lack of intimacy and exhaustion, resentment towards each other and more. You can find Leonie at @parenthoodpod...
2023-06-1144 min
Visibility, Influence and ImpactA Conversation with Leonie Akhidenor - Parenthood PodcastLeonie Akhidenor is a property developer, founder and host of the Parenthood Podcast, the founder of Elite Coaching; a coaching business supporting individuals, a business consultant and couples and a part-time model. For the show notes go to: A Conversation with Leonie Akhidenor - Parenthood Podcast
2023-05-2446 min
Unboxable — Somatic Self Development73 | From Down Days to Power Plays with Leonie AkhidenorOur guest this week is Leonie Akhidenor, property developer, podcaster, model..... AND mother of two toddlers.
This Nahm/Melbourne-based soul mama is a straight-talking, warm, geniune woman who is shedding light on the very real struggle of mothers all over the world. How do we bring together our expectations of parenthood, our cultural and familial conditioning, and our own big, dreams for our families when our mental health is suffering?
In this candid conversation Leonie shares how she has navigated multiple bouts of depression in early motherhood and emerged as a real voice of change.
2023-05-2039 min
GrowingE39: Navigating Relationships After Kids with Relationship and Parenting Coach Leonie AkhidenorIn today’s episode of Growing, host Beth Ryan is joined by relationship and parenting coach Leonie Akhidenor to discuss the challenges couples face in their relationships after having kids. Drawing on questions and concerns submitted by their online community, they explore topics such as the mental load, communication, lack of libido, resentment, and self-care.
Leonie provides valuable insights on how to share the mental load, communicate effectively, and delegate tasks to create a more balanced partnership. They also discuss the importance of prioritizing self-care, finding ways to maintain intimacy, and addressing any underlying feelings of resentment....
2023-05-0346 min
ParenthoodThat's a wrap on season 4! with Leonie (solo uncut)That's a wrap!Before we head into our season break, I reflect on season 4; the highs, lows and everything in between. Thank you to our listeners and Insta community for coming along on this wild ride with us.We are SO excited to be back, bolder than ever in Feb for season 5! Stay tuned 🎧 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-12-1907 min
ParenthoodMy Imperfect Life v2 with LeonieThis week is a raw reflection on my parenting struggles to date, following on from our most listed to episode ‘My Imperfect Life’ (ep 1). I discuss..🎙 Living with anxiety and how I manage it whilst parenting🎙 The biggest challenge in my relationship🎙 How I (try to) juggle it all🎙 Being yelled at by the swim teacherand a whole lot more…For more about us or to watch the full episode, go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastWe’d love it if you c...
2022-12-1229 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Does your toddler do this too ? Take 2. With Leonie & LivThis week Liv & I discuss the strange things our (and other people’s) toddlers get up to; can you relate?...🎙 Drinking bottles of medicine behind our backs🎙 Throwing shoes out the car window🎙 Clothing obsessions🎙 French kissingand a whole lot more…To listen or watch the full episode, go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastWe’d love it if you could rate our podcast on Apple iTunes, it helps us support & entertain more parents. 🙏 Hosted on Acast. See ac...
2022-12-0534 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - Is your toddler driving you crazy too? W Krysten TaprellThis week on THE VAULT we have a confession from a dad who is asking why toddlers drive us crazy? PREACH. So we brought on Kysten Taprell a psychologist and author to give us some perspective, we discuss: 🎙 Whether toddlers are purposing trying to annoy us🎙 Why toddlers tend to demand more from a specific parent 🎙 Whether fighting in front of your kids is actually bad🎙 How to navigate the freedom of the toddler bedand a whole lot more…Record your confession - ht...
2022-11-2127 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Do you feel the kid party pressure? with Leonie & LivThis week Liv & I are have a heart to heart re kid’s parties, specifically:🎙 Why parties are so much more next level than our parties in the 90’s🎙 The ‘parent’ party v the ‘kid’ party🎙 Gifting expectations, kid stress, parent stress🎙 Invite politicsand a whole lot more…To watch the full episode, or for more on the pod go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastWe’d love it if you could rate our podcast on Apple iTunes, it helps us supp...
2022-11-1429 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - Help! Co-parenting nightmare with my ex w Kris from Inside Out podcastThis week on THE VAULT we have a confession from a single dad who is struggling with co-parenting with his ex and her new partner. So we brought on Kris from Inside Out With Kris podcast; mum of 2, step mum of 2 to hash out the complexities of co-parenting, specifically:🎙 What to do when you can’t stand your ex’s new partner🎙 How we can co-parent in a way that best supports the child🎙 How we can navigate feelings of resentment🎙 What we can control, when we feel powerless
2022-11-0728 min
ParenthoodHow divorce changes you with Rachel SobelThis week I chat with Rachel Sobel, a mum of 2, podcast host and instagram queen. We discuss:🎙 Divorce; the good, bad and ugly🎙 Why people reach the decision to part ways🎙 The pain of seeing your child 50% of the time🎙 Lessons on; relationships, red flags, personal sacrifice and a whole lot more…To listen or watch the full episode, go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastFind our guests on Instagram @whineandcheezitsWe’d love it if you could rate o...
2022-10-3137 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - Help! On the sleep front with Jen from Sleep Thrive GrowThis week on THE VAULT we have confessions from several listeners struggling on the sleep front. So I’m chatting with sleep guru Jen founder of Sleep Thrive Grow to get advice on:🎙 How we manage toddlers escaping their toddler beds🎙 How we manage our own anxiety around sleep🎙 Food intolerances and how to identify them🎙 Kids escaping car seatsand a whole lot more…Record your confession - https://www.speakpipe.com/parenthoodpodcast To listen or watch the full epis...
2022-10-2441 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Are our careers on hold? w Leonie & LivThis week we had a dad call in talking about how the addition of their first baby changed his and his wife's career motivations. Liv & I reflect on this and try to work out whether your careers are on hold when we have children. We hash out:🎙 How we juggle careers and the fam bam🎙 Whether we think careers take the back seat🎙 Boundaries we put in place so we don’t become basket cases🎙 Whether we can have it alland a whole lot more…
2022-10-1731 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - Is the mental load weighing you down too? w Inside Out With KrisThis week we had a confession from a mother who (like all of us) feels weighed down by the mental load; the endless to-do lists. Kris from Inside Out With Kris podcast, joins me to hash out:🤯 Do we all feel the weight of the mental load?🤯 How does the mental load impact our wellbeing and relationships?🤯 How can we keep up with all the crap and still stay sane?🤯 Moving home, extra curricular activities, self-judgement, boycotting the parkand so much more...Watch...
2022-10-1032 min
ParenthoodJuggling OnlyFans & Parenthood w Jah Bella + OliverThis week I chat with Jah Bella and husband Oliver about how they juggle life as OnlyFan stars and parents. We discuss:🎙 What the hell OnlyFans is🎙 Finding time + energy to create sexy content 🎙 Past traumatic relationships and how they shape us🎙 Living without giving a f* what anyone else thinks of youand a whole lot more…To listen or watch the full episode, go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastFind our guests on Instagram @jahbellarealWe’d love it i...
2022-10-0347 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - I'm in a sexless marriage. Do I stay or leave? w Naomi Hutchings (sexologist)This week we have a confession from a dad listener who is struggling in a sexless marriage. Naomi Hutchings (sexologist) and I explore:❤️🔥 How important is sex in a relationship?❤️🔥 Is it 'normal' to loose your sex drive as young parents?❤️🔥 How can we spice up our sex lives?❤️🔥 Do open relationships work?and so much more...Record your confession - https://www.speakpipe.com/parenthoodpodcast Find out more about us - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastMore about Naomi Hutchings - ht...
2022-09-2632 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Will we ever get our social lives back? w Leonie & LivThis week we have a dad caller, calling in about how his social life has changed since having kids. Liv and I FEEL THAT! So we’re chatting all things friendship...🎙 How friendships change when you have bubs🎙 Babysitters and how do we navigate this beast?!🎙 Friendships lost and mourned along the way🎙 Friends for a reason, season and lifetimeand a whole lot more…To listen to the full episode, go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2022-09-1931 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - How will I afford a family home in Melbourne? w Bryce HoldawayThis week's confession on the podcast is from a dad listener who is currently looking for a family home but is overwhelmed by the increasing prices and interest rates. So I brought property guru; Bryce Holdaway onto the podcast to give us some guidance on how the hell we can afford a home in this market. Bryce is the co-host of Australia's number 1 property show The Property Couch. We discuss🏡 How to out-smart the realestate agent🏡 The best way to save for a home🏡 How to structure our bank accounts...
2022-09-1245 min
ParenthoodA blind mum with complex trauma making no excuses - Ebony UamakiThis week I’m chatting with Ebony, a blind mum of 4 and a complete inspiration in her own right. We discuss🎙 How Ebony navigates parenthood as a blind mum🎙 Complex childhood trauma and how it shapes us🎙 How to deal with family judgement🎙 The power of couples therapy and a whole lot more…To listen to the full episode, go to - https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcastFind out more about Ebony on Instagram @ebonyuamaki Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri...
2022-09-0536 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - How do I tell my wife that I don't want any more kids? w Jake MaddockThis week Jake Maddock, relationship coach and I are providing discussing some key themes from a dad's confession – “How do I tell my wife I don’t want any more kids?” We discuss:❤️ How to best communicate with our partners, particularly on sensitive topics❤️ What relationship behaviour to avoid❤️ The fundamentals of attraction❤️ Why nurturing our relationships is so important, despite our busy livesand a whole lot more…To record your confession click - https://www.speakpipe.com/parenthoodpodcast...
2022-08-2920 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Do screens make your kids ratty AF? w Leonie & LivFor our first REAL TALK episode of the season, Liv & Leonie are coming in hot with screen chat and what everyone is doing behind closed doors, specifically:📺 Winter holiday chat on Liv's recent virus spell & Lee braving Greece w toddlers📺 How much screen time we're all allowing and how we feel about it📺 What the research recommends📺 Screen time guiltand so much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-08-2232 min
ParenthoodTHE VAULT - Do you get anxious when your kid isn't with you?We've kicked off The Vault segment. Where callers call in with their confessions about what's keeping them up at night. Recordings are anonymous, they stay in the vault.This week, in this solo ep, we're talking parental anxiety, specifically:🤯 Do we all freak out about leaving our kids for a night?!🤯 Do you believe anxiety is your intuition telling you something? 🤯 Does it get any easier as the kids get older?🤯 Has anyone else crashed into a pole?and so much more...
2022-08-1510 min
ParenthoodHow striving for perfection nearly broke us w Peter & Megan (The FitMum Method)I'm chatting with Megan & Peter from The FitMum Method about how bouncing back fast after birth led to the toughest time of their lives. We chat about:🤯 The dangers & pressures with bouncing back quickly🤯 Being back in the gym 3 weeks postpartum 🤯 Feeling like a fraud🤯 Low sex drive 🤯 How to best communicate with your partner during tough times🤯 The importance of a repair ritualand so much more...How to find out more about The FitMum Method:...
2022-08-0849 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Throwback - My Imperfect Life; relationships, depression + parenthoodBONUS EP - Throwback: My Imperfect LifeBringing you a throwback to our most listened to episode - episode 1.I speak openly about my experiences with past relationships, pre and post-natal depression and why I started the pod. This podcast healed me, during a really dark period and empowered me to build something that may help others too.Now our mission is: To smash the stigma on struggles experienced by parents. To find out more about the podcast visit: https://linktr.ee/parenthoodpodcast Hosted on A...
2022-08-0149 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Hubby is on the pod! Toddler travel tips & regrets.BONUS Ep - Hubby Jules is on the pod! Sharing our hot travel tips.In this Parenthood Uncut episode (unedited and you'll have to forgive us for the inconsistent audio at times), we reflect on our trip to Greece with our 2 toddlers as we live out our final days of our holiday. We discuss:🤯 Anxiety in transit🤯 Fewer locations, longer stays🤯 Travelling pre v post kids🤯 What we regret not bringing🤯 What we lost along the wayand so much more...Items ref...
2022-07-2516 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Would you leave your kids with a foreign babysitter?BONUS EP - Parenthood Uncut - Solo epBringing you the juice from Greece, where I am on holiday with my 2 & 3 year old. Today I'm discussing my experiences with leaving our children with a local babysitter, I reflect on:What made me feel I could trust the babysitterThe challenges I experienced when using a foreign babysitterOther people's judgements re leaving kids w a babysitterHow I prepared my childrenScary moments like keeping my kids from falling off a cliffand so much more... Hosted on Acast. See...
2022-07-1820 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Is it worth travelling overseas with toddlers?BONUS EP - Parenthood Uncut - Solo epBring you home truths from Greece, where I am on holiday with my 2 & 3 year old. Discussing the challenges of travelling with toddlers and ultimately is it worth it?I discuss:The impacts of jet-lagMissing pre-kid travelImpacts of 24/7 family timeAdjusting holiday expectationsMosquito infestationand so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-07-1110 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: Flying international with toddlersBringing you raw audio from Greece. Due to a heap of travel questions from our tribe, we are spilling all of our travel tips, specifically re the flight. We chat about:✈️ What to pack and what I couldn't live without✈️ How to keep toddlers entertained on a 24 hour journey✈️ Navigating the airport with toddlers✈️ What to bring on the flight✈️ How to manage public tantrums and so much more.Resources:Baby Bjorn Travel CotFolding bed rail from Kmart
2022-07-0417 min
ParenthoodBONUS EP: What is a normal sex life? Low libido & infertility sex w sexologist Aleeya HachemIn this weeks episode I chat with sexologist Aleeya Hachem, about all things sex, including:🔥 How many times a week people are having sex🔥 How soon people have sex after conceiving 🔥 Sex during infertility 🔥 The pressures can we feel to have sex🔥 Sex toy, role play, how to spice things upand so much moreReferencesBook: Come as you are by Emily NagoskiInsta: @great.sexpectations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priv...
2022-06-2042 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Can we have it all? Work travel, meltdowns, toddler tantrums w Leonie & LivIn this real talk episode we're talking all things; juggling it all, specifically:🤯 How we feel about travelling for work🤯 Solo parenting stints🤯 Relationship resentment🤯 The mad juggle of parent life🤯 Mum & toddler meltdowns and so much more.Resources:https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/cancelled-podcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022-06-0635 minParenthoodHow we saved our relationship & ourselves from burnout w Chris & Filipa BelletteIn this episode I chat with Chris and Filly from Chris & Filly Functional Medicine about all kinds of burnout and how to overcome it. We delve into:🤯 Why the hell are we so burnt out?🤯 Burnout signs🤯 The demise of a relationship🤯 Low sex drive 🤯 The mental health fall out🤯 What we can do to turn things around Resources:www.chrisandfilly.fmThe 5 love languages by Garry Chapman Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...
2022-05-2353 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Why we are not calmer parents; mental load, burnout w Sarah Ockwell SmithIn our latest episode, Liv & Leonie are chatting to parenting guru Sarah Ockwell Smith about her new book 'How to be a calm parent'. We delve into:🤯 The 'busy' culture we live in🤯 Burnout & how to see the signs🤯 The mental load & how we can better manage it🤯 Single parents & how they can feel more supported🤯 Social media comparison🤯 Why our parents can drive us crazy and so much moreWhere you can find more of Sarah's work https://sarahockwell-smith.com/ and Instagr...
2022-05-0940 minParenthoodRaising teenage boys & the dad identity shift w Joel Hines from The Man CaveIn this episode I chat with Joel Hines, father and teenage boy guru about all things raising our boys. We delve into:The 'protector, provider' role many dad's switch to when they first become parentsWhat teenage boys need from their fathers/ father figuresHow being absent at home can be a trap that dad's can fall intoTechnology & porn, and how they are influencing young menEncouraging positive masculinity and so much more.Reference links The Man C...
2022-04-2545 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Covid lockdown reflection, relationship insights & how do I find a babysitter?In this Real Talk segment we reflect on our time during lockdown (as Melbourne mum's we were in lockdown for over 200 days) and what we said we'd do differently. We discuss:Changes in working arrangements due to covidWatching our partners in action - at workHow our relationships changed and what we want to do more ofHow to find a babysitterThe promises we made to ourselves during lockdown and are we fulfilling them?And so much more..
2022-04-1143 minParenthoodBlended Families with Karissa ByrnesIn this episode I chat with Kris, podcast host of Inside Out with Kris, about blended families. Kris was a child of divorce and now has a blended family; with 2 children of her own and 2 step-children. In this open and raw conversation we delve into:What it feels like to be a child of divorceThe qualities of a supportive step-parentChallenges of being a step-parentNavigating co-parenting with the exPush back from step-children and so much more.Find out...
2022-03-2840 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Transitioning to kinder & ELC with Leonie & LivIn this week's Real Talk segment we discuss our experiences with transitioning our boys into kinder & early learning. We chat about:✔️ Separation anxiety - and how we manage it✔️ Social story - to best prepare our little ones ahead of a big transition✔️ Lunch box game✔️ Kinder committee✔️ Peanut butter mishaps and so much more Resources: Children's book: The Invisible String by Patrice KarstEpisode referenced: Episode 5 Toddler Behaviour with Giulett Moran (psychologist and mother of 3 boys) Hosted on Acast...
2022-03-1443 minParenthoodFull Time Mum to Business Owner; relationship & family dynamics + ex-FIFO life w Jen from Sleep Thrive GrowIn this episode I chat with Jen, about her motherhood journey. Originally a full time mama to her 3 children, with a husband who was fly-in fly-out (FIFO) for work. Jen has transitioned to full time business owner (sleep consulting; Sleep Thrive Grow), mama and like a lot of us is juggling it all. We discuss:🎧 The challenges of having a partner who is FIFO and away a lot🎧 The 'perfection' trap🎧 The realities of starting a business and the impact that has on the family🎧 Navigating challenges in our relationship with our par...
2022-02-2844 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Kicking Mum Guilt; Imposter Syndrome, Sex drive, Self care with Elaine BensonWe have Elaine Benson mindset coach and guru on the podcast. Liv & I ask our burning questions including:How to combat imposter syndromeHow to minimise the pressure we put on ourselvesHow to love your bodyHow to combat mum guiltand so much moreUsing science backed techniques Elaine talks us through how to navigate the cocktail of emotions we feel as parents. A coaching session not to be missed!References:Instagram/ Tik Tok: @iamelainebensonWebsite...
2022-02-1440 minParenthoodMy Surrogacy Journey with Lisa GowersIn this episode I chat with Lisa about her experience with surrogacy. Lisa has a heart condition and carrying a child would drastically impact her life span. Given this Lisa's sister-in-law generously offered to carry their child. In this conversation we dive into:How surrogacy works in AustraliaThe IVF process and handling failed attemptsEmotional resilience when the chips are downWhat to expect when your baby arrivesand so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...
2022-01-3145 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Travelling with bubs with Leonie & LivBONUS EPNow that we're heading into the Christmas period, we wanted to bring you our experiences re travelling overseas with our little ones; when they were 6 months. In this ep we talk about:✔️ What to bring✔️ What we couldn't live without✔️ Our travel woes✔️ Managing sleep in a new environment✔️ Pick pocketing✔️ Nerves re changing nappies on planesand so much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-12-0648 minParenthoodMidwife Cath; Inductions, Breast feeding, Sleep, Mental health with Liv & LeonieWe have parenting guru Midwife Cath on the podcast. Liv & I ask all of our burning questions including:✔️Why are induction rates in Aus so high?✔️Hot tips to make breast feeding easier?✔️How to navigate baby sleep?✔️Why we put so much pressure on ourselves as parents?and so-much-more...Resources:Midwife Cath - The first six weeksMidwife Cath - After the first six weeks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-2238 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Quarantine, Sleep Regressions & Toilet Training with Liv & LeonieIn this week's Real Talk ep, Liv and I chat all things life after lockdown. From:✔️2 weeks quarantine and no childcare✔️Sleep regressions✔️Missing out on an auction✔️Toilet training mishaps and tips...Resources:Book: 'Oh Crap Potty Training’ - Jamie GlowackiRaising children network: https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/health-daily-care/toileting/toilet-training-guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-11-0842 minParenthoodBeing a Single Mum with DiIn this episode I chat with Di about her experience being a single mother to a toddler. We discuss:✔️Greatest fears felt by many single parents✔️The challenges of single parenting✔️How to navigate difficult times, to minimise the impact on your child✔️Self discovery that comes with hardship✔️Sex Life marathons and so much more... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
2021-10-2535 minParenthoodREAL TALK - Birth Stories with Liv & LeonieIn this week's Real Talk ep Liv and I chat about all things birth. From:🐣 Our own gory birth stories🐣 What really happens during birth🐣 Emergency c-sections, planned c-sections🐣 Inductions🐣 Pre-birth resources🐣 Happy gas🐣 To our biggest lessons and advice from our audience...This is episode is a good laugh and a helpful resource to parents out there, re birth in all it's glory.Resources:Birth Skills Book by Juju SundinsThe First 6 Weeks by Midwife Cath
2021-10-1148 min
ParenthoodConceiving challenges, IVF, Post-natal insomnia & anxiety with Matt & PhoebeIn this episode I chat with Matt & Phoebe about their experience conceiving their first child. This is a very open, raw conversation touching on✔️ Miscarriage and the significant impact that this has on parents✔️ IVF; how it works and what to expect✔️ Post-natal anxiety and insomnia; the signs to look for and how to navigate this✔️ What to truely expect when giving birth and so much more!Resources:What to expect when you're expecting by Heidi MurkoffWhat to ex...
2021-09-2759 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Does Your Toddler Do This Too? with Liv & LeonieIn this week’s Real Talk ep Liv and I chat about whether; your toddler does this too? We talk all things:👉🏽 OCD behaviour and cleanliness obsessions👉🏽 Pocket fetishes👉🏽 Toddler meltdowns👉🏽 Supermarket fiascos👉🏽 Poo intrigue👉🏽 Lambs v roosters – a Maggie Dent philosophy👉🏽 How we’re all going about discipline👉🏽 Fussy eaters……and so much more. The crux of it? You’re not alone in witnessing the quirky habits of your toddlers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informat
2021-09-1348 min
ParenthoodWidowed with Toddler with Jo BetzIn this episode, I chat with the incredible Jo Betz; the founder of Ivory Tribe and Grief (a guided journal to explore your grief), a wedding celebrant, brand ambassador and a mother who tragically lost her husband 4 years ago. Her daughter was 4 years old.We discuss Jo’s parenting journey and in particular talk through:✨ How to best parent when you’re in the depths of despair✨ How to navigate tough times and channel your energy into something positive✨ Challenges experienced by single parents✨ How through great adversity, y...
2021-08-3052 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Childcare Closed & Burnout with Liv & Leonie*BONUS EP*With childcare now closed to Victorians, we are bringing you this extra Real Talk ep. Recorded minutes after it was announced that daycare would be shut. In this ep we’re sharing life hacks and a few chuckles to help take the edge off this challenging time. We hash out: ✔️ All our ‘feels’ when it comes to current lockdown restrictions✔️ Feeling on the edge of burnout✔️ What burnout looks like✔️ How to stay sane during these chaotic times✔️ Liv’s one liners – not to be missed✔️ Audie...
2021-08-2345 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - What Surprised us about the Parenthood Journey with Liv & LeonieThis week is our Real Talk segment with my bestie Liv. We’re talking all things ‘the unexpected’ when it parenthood. We delve into:✔️ Our identity crisis once becoming mums✔️ Judgement, guilt, overwhelm, burnout and all the motherhood feels ✔️ Our cheeky childhood pasts✔️ Unrealistic expectations we place on ourselves as mothers✔️ Handling supermarket meltdowns and so much moreSome lockdown entertainment for us all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-08-1645 min
ParenthoodRaising Newborn Twins in USA during a Pandemic with Nat & Nathan FischerThis week’s episode is one of pure strength, resilience and the importance of having a rad attitude. I bring on friends of the podcast, Nat & Nate, and we discuss:· Life in San Francisco during the Coronavirus pandemic· Giving birth and raising twins, with no support· Juggling work commitments· Trying to relocate back to AustraliaThis beautiful couple bare it all, the crazy journey that was their first year of parenthood. Through insomnia, overwhelm and uncertainty, they found they were tougher cookies than they ever could have imagined. Living by the mantra ‘it’s all ab...
2021-08-0244 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - The Mental Load with Liv & LeonieThis week I have my bestie Liv back on the podcast to talk all things 'mental load'. You know all of the invisible work that you do at home, to keep your household running; cooking dinner, childcare drop-off, packing lunches, washing clothes… the list goes on.We discuss what the mental load looks like in our households and how we manage the great juggle of parenthood. We also share the results from the Mental Load quiz that you all answered a few weeks back. The response was VERY insightful and really just a good laugh.
2021-07-1940 min
ParenthoodParenting from the Dad's Perspective + Relationship Truths with Toneya & Lochie TangasWe hear a lot about 'mum guilt', but have you ever wondered if dad guilt is a thing? I am so excited to announce that this week we have our first dad on the podcast, and we will be asking him ALL of the questions you've been wanting to know! In this episode, I speak with couple; Toneya and Lochie, about their parenthood journey so far, raising 2 under 3.Having been faced with sleepless nights, reflux and everything in between, we discuss the realities of being new parents, as well as:🍼 The...
2021-07-0532 min
ParenthoodMotherless Mum with Imogen CarnThis week I speak to the brilliant Imogen Carn from the Good Mourning Podcast , about her motherhood journey. Imogen's mum tragically died when Im's daughter was just 9 months old. In this convo we cover...🍼 Emotions felt when we experience an unexpected pregnancy🍼 Traumatic birth experiences🍼 Navigating being a new mum, after losing your own🍼 Channeling pain into something positive ...and so much more!Please note, we do talk about suicide loss in this episode, so if you or someone you know is going thr...
2021-06-2152 min
ParenthoodHonest Parenting from Toddler to Teenager Years with Justine TeggeloveThis week I speak to my dear friend and business mentor Justine about her motherhood journey. Justine went from career woman, to stay at home mum, to CEO of her own business. Join us as we flesh out her journey and cover...*What it's like to be a stay at home mum for 7 years*How to navigate those tricky conversations with your child*From 'parenting' to 'consulting' in the teenage years*How to keep it real with our kids ...and so much more!
2021-06-1450 min
ParenthoodREAL TALK - Life in Lockdown with 2 under 3 with Liv & LeonieThis week I have my bestie Liv on the podcast to discuss our experiences of life in Melbourne lockdown with 2 under 3 and we answer questions from our audience re how we're surviving. We talk all things working from home with kids in tow, the impact on our relationships, the 'mental load', 'languishing', nannies v childcare, mastitis and so much more. Melbourne mums we feel you and you've got this! Resources: NY Times 'There's a name for the blah you're feeling: It's called Languishinghttps://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/19/well/mind/covid-mental-health-languishing.html
2021-06-0741 min
ParenthoodAnxiety in Kids with Dr Louise MetcalfIn this conversation I speak with Dr Louise Metcalf, a psychologist for the past 30 years. We discuss all things anxiety; including how to best manage our own anxiety as parents and the anxiety of our children. 5 years ago, Louise had her son and after talking with early childhood educators, realised just how many children in Australia experience childhood anxiety. Once Louise conducted research and realised that Australia can’t create psychologists fast enough to support the anxious kids who need help, she came up with the idea to create an app so kids would always have som...
2021-05-3146 min
ParenthoodJuggling a Demanding Career with a Baby with Kate RobertsonIn this conversation with Kate we're talking all things mum juggle. Juggling demanding careers with young children. How we navigated maternity leave, starting back at work and our relationship with our partners with equally demanding jobs. The mum juggle is real! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-05-2449 min
ParenthoodConceiving Challenges with Sonya O'MaraIn this conversation we discuss Sonya's journey in conceiving her 2 children. We talk about miscarriage and struggling to fall pregnant. I’m bringing you this conversation today as I think it’s so important to talk about how different our journey’s can look like when we’re trying to conceive. Even though progress is being made around talking more about miscarriage and struggling to fall pregnant it still seems to carry immense shame in our society and is still considered relatively taboo. In this conversation with Sonya today we discuss how she felt when both of these...
2021-04-1940 min
ParenthoodConceiving Challenges, IVF and Giving Back with Nataly Bovopoulos (CEO of The Nappy Collective)In this conversation with Nataly; the CEO of The Nappy Collective (TNC), we discuss her motherhood journey. Nataly underwent numerous rounds of IVF in order to conceive her first child. Nataly is so honest and open about her IVF journey and the very challenging time she experienced. We also discuss why she felt compelled to join TNC as CEO and support families across Australia in reducing nappy stress.Nappy stress is not having enough nappies to change your child, to ensure that they stay clean and healthy. TNC aims to reduce this stress for families across...
2021-04-1252 min
ParenthoodSex as a New Parent and Sex Positive Parenting with Shae EliseIn this conversation I chat with Shae; a sexual wellness coach who supports women in finding a deeper connection to their body and sexuality. We’re talking all things sex including how we can claim our sexuality as new mothers and how we navigate our sexual relationship with our partners. We also talk about sex positive parenting; how we as parents can best support our children to feel grounded in their bodies and not placing shame around feeling pleasure in the body. What I love about this conversation with Shae are the tips she provides. It’s a reminder that...
2021-04-0553 min
ParenthoodOur Sleep School Experiences with Toneya Tangas & LeonieIn this conversation Toneya and I discuss our experiences at sleep school. We discuss our journey's as first time mums navigating things like colic, sleepless nights and complete uncertainty when it came to how to best navigate sleep. For parents out there who want to know what options they have re educating themselves around sleep, this one is for you.References@toneyatangas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-03-2956 min
ParenthoodNew Born Illness and the First 6 Weeks with Kat PageIn this conversation Kat discusses how she navigated the incredibly taxing first 6 weeks of motherhood, as her newborn had a congenital heart disorder. Kat talks us through her journey from pregnancy; experiencing pelvic girdle pain through to having a very medicalised birth and watching her newborn endure a number of life saving procedures during his first few weeks. We discuss how Kat stayed grounded during this time, what strategies helped with her mental mindset, how to best support a friend who may be experiencing similar challenges and tools that can help us all during traumatic experiences. This is an open...
2021-03-2259 min
ParenthoodNutrition Advice for New Parents with Deedee ZibaraIn this conversation with Dee (nutritionist and founder of Cell to Soul) we discuss how mothers can find easy ways to keep a balanced diet whilst juggling all things mum life. Dee opens up about how winning multiple titles in the beauty pageant world, being a PT and then dealing with polycystic ovarian syndrome led to her quest in supporting people with their health via nutrition. Dee's hope is that we can all learn to understand our bodies and form a positive routine around wholistic health so that we can live our best lives. Resources:
2021-03-1550 min
ParenthoodBuilding a Business whilst having 3 Boys with Briony Kennedy (CEO & Founder of Adorn Cosmetics)Briony Kennedy (Founder & CEO of Adorn Cosmetics) joins me for today's discussion. We talk about her experiences during the early years of parenthood when she was navigating life with her twins whilst starting Adorn Cosmetics. We discuss everything from Briony's pregnancy where she suffered from hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), the impact that pregnancy had on her mental health, her struggles to stay grounded when her twins were newborns which was compounded by premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and Adorn Cosmetics in the early years. There are so many great takeaways from this conversation, including how to learn to stay present as...
2021-03-0848 min
ParenthoodToddler Behaviour with Giulett Moran (Psychologist and Mother of 3)Today I'm chatting with Giulett Moran; a psychologist for 10 years and a proud mum to three little boys. We talk about key challenges we experience with toddlers and how to navigate their wild emotions. Specifically how to handle tantrums, transitioning to childcare, fussy eaters, why positive affirmation results in positive behaviour and so much more. Resources:https://www.empoweringparents.com.au/@empoweringparentsau Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2021-03-0158 min
ParenthoodBuilding Community with Lauren Oliver (CEO & Founder of Mums Who Wine)Lauren Oliver the founder of Mums Who Wine joins me for today's discussion. We talk about her motherhood journey; feeling mum guilt, feeling as though she wasn't a good enough mum and her transition from corporate life to founding Mums Who Wine. We also discuss how as parents we need to prioritise our relationships, why community and self care is vital for our mental health, why we compare ourselves with others and how being authentic about our journey's is so important particularly in this day and age where 'the highlight reel' of social media seems to dominate.
2021-02-2253 min
ParenthoodCouple Dynamics as New Parents with Dr Amber Denehey (Relationship Psychologist)Dr Amber and I discuss key challenges that new parents face within their relationships and how to best navigate these. We talk about the changes in roles and responsibilities when the first child is born, the importance of open communication, feelings of envy and being misunderstood. We tackle how to navigate financial pressure in a partnership, the need to invest in your relationship, why as mum's we tend to put so much pressure on ourselves to meet a standard of perfection that doesn't exist and so much more. Dr Amber has been working with couples as...
2021-02-1553 min
ParenthoodChallenges with Mental Health as a New Mother with Chelsea Pottenger (CEO & Founder of EQ Minds)Chelsea and I discuss her journey as a new mum, experiencing severe post-natal depression. Her story is a powerful example of how through great adversity you can transform yourself and your life. Chelsea is now a key note speaker, the Founder and Director of EQ Minds, an ambassador for The Gidget Foundation and supports many mental health initiatives. She is passionate about retelling her story in the hope that it may resonate with even just one other mum and save a life. We discuss the signs and symptoms of post-natal depression, how dark depression can get and where to...
2021-02-0833 min
ParenthoodA Glimpse into My Imperfect Life with Leonie AkhidenorIn this episode I take off my 'mask' and discuss my journey prior to and after becoming a mum. I give it to you straight, no sugar coating. We discuss vulnerabilities, why we push ourselves to the limit, the implications of a work hard play hard lifestyle, prenatal depression and why I decided to launch Mum Life. Maybe you see some of your journey in the retelling of mine. Maybe my lessons resonate and maybe this episode will make you realise that you're not alone in the ups and downs of motherhood... of life. Enjoy x Hosted on Acast...
2021-01-2950 minParenthood#0 TrailerThis is a snapshot of the Mum Life podcast where we talk all things motherhood. We share stories from mums and parenting experts so that we can prepare mothers-to-be about the challenges of motherhood and also normalise the experience for current mums. In this trailer I share why I started this podcast and provide snippets from conversations to come. Stay tuned, this podcast launches in Feb 2021!Connect with Leonie Akhidenor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leonie.akhidenor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-10-0703 min
The Reboot Podcast#90 The Fear of Being You - with Leonie Akhidenor & Jerry ColonnaAs many leaders can attest, the harshest critics we face often come from within. Even when we feel confident in our work and our abilities, it’s not unusual for thoughts such as, “Am I doing enough?” to arise. Once our inner critic emerges, questions of guilt begin to creep in that we aren’t grinding nearly as long or as hard as those around us. As entrepreneurs, the challenge we face is discerning not only what triggers this internal voice, but recognizing what that voice, our Loyal Soldier, serves to protect. On this episode of the Reboot Podcast, Leonie Akhideno...
2018-09-0654 min
The Reboot Podcast#90 The Fear of Being You - with Leonie Akhidenor & Jerry ColonnaAs many leaders can attest, the harshest critics we face often come from within. Even when we feel confident in our work and our abilities, it’s not unusual for thoughts such as, “Am I doing enough?” to arise. Once our inner critic emerges, questions of guilt begin to creep in that we aren’t grinding nearly as long or as hard as those around us. As entrepreneurs, the challenge we face is discerning not only what triggers this internal voice, but recognizing what that voice, our Loyal Soldier, serves to protect. On this episode of the Reboot Podcast, Leonie Akhideno...
2018-09-0657 min