Beyond the Bump

We’re so excited to welcome back Rachel, founder of Australian sexual wellness brand LBDO, who is now seven weeks postpartum with baby Elijah. This is an honest, shame free chat about intimacy, female pleasure and the reality of the postpartum body. Fair warning, it gets a bit spicy, so listen with headphones if little ears are around. We discuss… Why there’s still so much stigma around female pleasure, and why Rachel started LBDO Mismatched libidos, the mental load and why it’s completely normal Using a vibrator with your partner (it’s not about replacing them) and how to start the conversation outside the bedroom Why intimacy doesn’t have to mean sex, and bringing back the pash The six week postpartum “all clear” and why that milestone is so arbitrary Accepting your postpartum body, bounce back culture and the guilt that comes with body positivity Building a mini postpartum capsule wardrobe Talking to our daughters about pleasure and having a shame free household Please note, providing a child under 16 with sex toys or pornography is a criminal offence.  This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Their new Christmas collection is here, with matching sets for the whole family. Shop now at bonds.com.au or in your local Bonds store, while stocks last! Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

This episode includes discussion of sexual assault and domestic violence. If you or someone you know is affected, Lifeline is available 24/7 on 131114. We are back, and it’s time for a big old catch up! We’re sharing our highs and lows from the school holidays, from family travel and sibling fights to some heavy moments and a few rats just for good measure. We discuss… Family holidays in Japan: Strawberry Kisses singalongs, spirited kids and why you should roster in some free range time Nick’s overseas haircut (photo included, and we want your verdict) Fear of losing the people we love and why grief is so hard to talk about Choosing to celebrate yourself on your birthday so your daughters learn they can too Neurodivergence, finding what works for you and the guilt of feeling like you’re letting people down Parenting girls through the news cycle: the daily micro-decisions women make to stay safe Teaching our kids “the world is your oyster” while knowing the reality The platonic throuple living situation, and why we all just want a village This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their Lola Electric Recliner Glider from the Trend Collection.  20% off using code BUMP20 on full priced items at iltutto.com.au. Valid until November 16 2026.  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

After such a positive response to our last episode with Mel, this week we are welcoming back financial educator, author and money expert Mel Browne for a judgment free Q&A, answering your questions about money. From investing for beginners to teaching our kids about cash and the little ways you can make positive changes, this one is practical, honest and an eye opener for the little things that can make big financial differences. We discuss… Does our generation really have it harder when it comes to money? Where to begin with investing: one broad-based ETF, one platform, one regular amount Investing in line with your values, and how to spot greenwashing Pay off the mortgage or invest? Why Mel is a fan of “and” Finding extra cash, from pet sitting and cashback sites to renting out your wardrobe Why the 30 days of no shopping challenge rewires your brain Why you should ask your bank for an interest rate cut every year Should couples share their money? Yours, mine and ours.. Cost of living and kids’ extracurriculars “How would you live if no one was looking?” Investing for your children: minor trust accounts and tax file numbers Teaching kids the value of money in a cashless world, without passing on a scarcity mindset *Mel licensed to give general advice but please seek financial advice for you specific circumstances as needed*This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies. Check out the entire range at tonies.com.au Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We are so excited to welcome mum of two, author and Go-To Skincare founder, Zoë Foster-Blake. This is a bucket list interview for us and it was jam-packed with truths, laughs and wisdom. We discuss… How Zoë and Hamish started dating Her transition into motherhood, interstate from her village Do Zoë and Hamish balance the juggle of work and family? Creativity, motherhood and a recent ADHD diagnosis Zoë’s experience with perimenopause - mood, joint pain, relationships and HRT “Yoga nidra is the greatest life hack” The beauty of friendship in your 40s and just booking the girl’s trip Links mentioned: Check out Zoë’s latest book, Group Chat This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this Bumpie Group Chat, we get together for some mixed vibes before the upcoming podcast break. For our last recording for the next fortnight, we chat about… Sophie is off to Japan! The podcast is off for the school holidays, from 30 Sept - 13th October Jayde has some observations on her mental health The 3 stages of her mental health cycle Why is there a gap in fun tween clothing!? Bumpies sent in their hilarious tech fails The following services offer mental health support: PANDA Beyond Blue Gidget Foundation LifeLine: 131114 Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this Bumpies on Board episode, we speak with Jackie, mum of two and breast cancer survivor. After hearing her story at the Bonds Village Walk event in Melbourne, we asked her to share with Bumpies - it’s inspiring, raw and a real reminder of how important a village can be. We discuss… Jackie’s positive postpartum during lockdowns Reevaluating career goals after children Discovering breast cancer at 16 months postpartum Her journey with chemo, radiation, a double mastectomy and recovery Health anxiety after cancer Trying to conceive after cancer - IVF and egg donation The inspiring dedication of her village Pregnancy after loss and the miracle baby she hadn’t seen coming Jackie’s tips for dealing with a health diagnosis How to support a friend with cancer Links mentioned: See Jackie’s eco + plastic-free stationery brand at consciousmae.com.au Follow Jackie on Insta @consciousmae This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Sophie is running late, opens a surprise present on air and we lightly roast each other… just another Bumpie Group Chat! We’re chatting about… Sophie 35th birthday  The 10 (or 9) things Sophie has learned in 10 years of marriage Bumpies sent in their icks and they are hilarious Why we would swipe right on Tinder Toilet etiquette when you’re dating This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We’ve teamed up once again with parenting educator, Gen Muir, to discuss boundaries. Is it a buzz word or are they vital for our parenting? We discuss… The #1 question to ask yourself around boundaries How societies views on parenting has changed over the decades When boundaries can be flexible  Explaining and scaffolding the boundary Disappointment and resilience Executive dysfunction and boundaries Healthy boundaries teach relationship skills How do we ACTUALLY set a boundary? The discomfort of sadness  The importance of modelling limits  Links mentioned: Get Gen’s latest book, Why Kids Need Boundaries here This episode is proudly sponsored by ergoPouch and their Organic Bedding range. Head to ergopouch.com.au and use the code BTB20 for 20% off sitewide until 13th October. Exclusions apply. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this Bumpie Group Chat, we have done our usual where when one is up, the other is down. Andddd then we swap. We let it all out in this very unhinged episode. We chat… Sophie’s been raging and jaw-clenching  Jayde and Harry’s DIY camping health retreat Feeling like a burden on your village Sophie’s offloading some of her imposter syndrome onto Raygun  Jayde’s birthday ick reframe The shift to play dates and friendships over family Perimenopause or scabies? Happy birthday, Sophie!  This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies. Check out the entire range at tonies.com.au Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We talk a lot about emotional regulation, mindfulness and play, but it can be hard finding ways to actually DO these in our busy lives. Enter art therapy. For kids and adults alike, we speak to registered art therapist and mum of two, Alex Lederman, to learn more. We discuss… Alex’s experience with art and art therapy What is involved in art therapy? The process (not the outcome) of creating Do you have to be good at art? What happens if a child creates dark or worrying art? Embracing creativity for yourself What can we create at home with our kids to connect? How can we encourage our kids to get into art? How art therapy has shaped Alex’s motherhood Links mentioned: Follow Alex on Instagram @alexledermanarttherapy Head to Alex’s website for more information or upcoming parent workshops at alexandralederman.com  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

After a big work weekend in Melbourne, we are back with some glimmers, some learnings, some laughs and our undying love for Dr Becky. We dive into… The game-changer takeaways we’ve tried from our Dr Becky episode Oreogate! The parent’s group chat that has blown up Do millennial parents struggle with boundary setting? The busy mum/ADHD brain text message hack An unconventional toddler sleep hack The unhinged Rude or Fabulous things Bumpies kids say…  This episode is proudly sponsored by Go-To and their Very Glowy Primer. Bumpies who are new to Go-To —or haven’t shopped with them in the past 12 months — can get 20% off orders over $85 at gotoskincare.com with the code BTB. T&Cs apply. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Perimenopause. It seems to have boomed in awareness and for good reason. To find out more we speak to Dr Fatima Khan about everything from PMDD, symptoms of perimenopause, when it starts and how we address it (and also how is this fair!?!) As a leading perimenopause and menopause doctor, Dr Fatima combines a holistic approach with clinical expertise to offer treatments that support mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. We ask her… What is PMDD? Is ADHD and PMDD connected? How hormones impact mental health  What is perimenopause and when does it start? The symptoms of perimenopause How the shifting age of parenthood has compounded perimenopause Patriarchy and perimenopause - why it isn’t a good mix If you think you’re in perimenopause, what do we do? What is HRT? Did you know the most common symptom of menopause is joint pain How trauma impacts menopause (and vice versa) Reframing women’s health You can find Dr Fatima Khan's book Hormone Health is Mental Health here. In an emergency, call one of the following 24/7 hotlines: LifeLine: 131114 Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511 Your local central hospital This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and the new iL Tutto Plus Collection. Meet the CoZee Sense, the CoZee you love now with built in sound, light and sensory support, and the Henry Plus, the nursing chair with massage and heat built in. Shop now at iltutto.com.au and enjoy 15% off as an introductory offer until 30 September.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

The Bumpie Group Chat is our weekly debrief on how we are going in parenting and life. Sometimes it’s light and full of laughs, other times it’s the reality of our challenges creeping up on us. A wise recent guest did tell us that two things can be true! Today, we discuss… Sophie’s leaning into Book Week Jayde gives an honest mental health update Sophie is pissed off about the state of mental health support How do we support others struggling with their mental health? Bumpies sent in their Parenting Pickles and we give our two cents In an emergency, call one of the following 24/7 hotlines: LifeLine: 131114 Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511 Your local central hospital The following services also offer support: PANDA Beyond Blue Gidget Foundation   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Ever felt contradicted by how much you can both love motherhood yet find it SO tough, all at the same time? That combination of what seems like opposite feelings is called maternal ambivalence. To learn more, we speak to Dr. Margo Lowy PhD, a psychotherapist and researcher. She has written her latest book, Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood, and we are desperate to learn more. We discuss… What actually is maternal ambivalence? The paradox of feelings in motherhood Those ‘melting moments’ in parenting The slow ‘letting go’ of being a parent Naming the wins and reflecting on the guilt and rage Explaining maternal ambivalence through a handbag analogy What would you go back in time and tell yourself as a mother? Bringing the fun and playfulness into parenting Links mentioned: Get the book Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood  Dr Margo’s website Follow Dr Margo on Facebook Follow Dr Margo on Instagram   This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!    Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We couldn’t go to Sydney without popping in to see our favourite parenting expert, Gen Muir, in the studio! We quiz Gen on her own personal experience of raising tween and teen boys before she joins in for our normal Bumpie Group Chat chats. This really was Beyond the Chaos! We discuss… Teenage sons and growing water bills Vaping, masturbation and approaching big topics with our kids Did the old cigarette scare tactics work? The rollercoaster of Year 9 What does the research say on letting your kids have alcohol? Sophie and Jayde’s unhinged romantic fails Bumpies share their *crappy* date stories How can we not be scared when our partner is away overnight? Links mentioned: Check out Gen’s podcast, Beyond the Chaos Follow Gen on Instagram @connectedparentingau This episode is proudly sponsored by Jetstar. Their Get Onboard Sale is on now, with discounted fares to heaps of domestic and international destinations. But be quick, the sale ends 11:59pm AEST, Monday the 24th of August. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this episode of our Newborn Mini Series, The First 365, we speak to Sarah Percy, Women’s Health Physiotherapist and director of Female Physio Co. We ask what are the TOP 5 things all new parents should know about women’s health physiotherapy when postpartum (and beyond!) Sarah gives us evidence, reassurance and tips to care for ourselves after carrying and birthing babies. We discuss… Bladder leakage and urinary incontinence Breaking taboo and seeking solutions to women’s health issues The myth of the 6 Week Check The benefits of early movement when postpartum Sex and intimacy after having babies What is prolapse and reframing prolapse Is a prolapse diagnosis forever? Mental challenges after birth trauma Learning your own body and limits Should ab separation be fully closed? Disclaimer: the advice given in this episode is general in nature - if you have any concerns, please see a Women's Health physio.  Links mentioned: Follow Sarah on Instagram Book an appointment with Female Physio Co   This episode and The First 365 Newborn Mini Series is proudly sponsored by Bonds, the brand that's been dressing little ones for generations.  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

From reading a viral Dr Becky poem on the podcast to now, we are so excited to be speaking to Dr Becky Kennedy, founder of Good Inside and clinical psychologist. She is a mum of 3, author, podcast host and renowned ‘millennial parenting whisperer’ who specialises in parenting and relationships, deeply feeling children, boundary-setting and emotional connection. We discuss… Deeply feeling kids and the safety of familiar movies Leaning into the reality of postpartum Changing relationship dynamics after having a baby What discussions can we have with our partner before having kids? Relationship needs and how they can change Spontaneity in your relationship Having the “most generous interpretation” Deeply Feeling Kids and different temperaments Links mentioned: See Sophie read Dr Becky’s poem about Covid kids starting school Follow @drbeckyatgoodinside Follow @goodinsidebaby See the podcast, Good Inside at Dr Becky This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Join us at The Village Walk, a free morning event for parents and their villages at The Terrace, Royal Botanical Gardens in Melbourne on Sunday the 30th of August, 9–11am. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Today on the Bumpie Group Chat, we share the irony in finally getting a child-free weekend for it only to be a bit… crappy. Jayde’s in a challenging season and we unpack the different ways we might adjust to a new normal when things are giving ‘surviving’ instead of ‘thriving’. We dive into… Sophie is feeling *wiped* out after her romantic child-free weekend… but not in the way she’d hoped Jayde bought bunny rabbits to fill the void Making tough parenting choices in the moment The heartbreak of separation anxiety for school-aged kids When you’re in a tough season of parenting The challenge in finding a new normal Jayde’s TV show recommendation The wildest teenage lie we’ve ever heard Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this episode of our Newborn Mini Series, The First 365, we speak to Hailey O’Neill, paediatric doctor, to ask what are the TOP 5 things all new parents should know about paediatric health and wellbeing in the first year of life. With experience in developmental and general paediatrics, paediatric emergency medicine and neonatal intensive care, Hailey offers us information, reassurance and tips to care for our new family’s wellbeing. We discuss… The importance of maternal mental health for the whole family’s wellbeing Building a village and network of support for postpartum Mother’s Groups and having other mums on your team Safe sleep and co-sleeping… without the fear! Mistaking normal infant behaviour for a medical problem Crying, colic, vomit and reflux No one has the perfect baby There is no such thing as bad habits What actually matters developmentally and what is a red flag?  What are common baby illnesses and what are red flags?  Links mentioned: Red Nose Safer Co-sleeping guide Raising Children Network Pregnancy Birth and Baby Red Nose Australia This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds, the brand that's been dressing little ones for generations.  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this episode, we DO have time for a big chat with Kate Reeves AKA Revz, co-host of the podcast We Don’t Have Time For This. We catch up on life in general and ask how love, divorce and dating as a mum of two is going for her. We discuss.. Raising a tween son as a single mum Parenting tween sons vs tween daughters Theatre kids and the We Don’t Have Time For This live show extravaganzas  Going through a divorce at 36 when you have children The legality of divorce and reality of co-parenting What is dating like when you have kids?  Dating younger men, older men, all the men! What are the differences? How do you know if they’re The One? How Revz met her partner Long distance relationships Does everyone have a One or can this love come around more than once? Links mentioned: Follow Revz here Find tickets for the We Don't Have Time For This live show here  Check out We Don’t Have Time For This This episode is proudly sponsored by Go-To and their Very Luxe Face Cream. New customers or those that haven't purchased within the last 12 months get 20% off ALL orders over $85 at gotoskincare.com with the code BTB. T&Cs apply. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this Bumpie Group Chat, we agree there is never a right time to see an unsolicited p*nis, wonder if our dance moves are daggy and ask how Sophie ended up in the algorithm of stale, pale white males. We discuss… Sophie said yes to an impromptu primary school disco  The Mum Jig - are we daggy dancers now? The rollercoaster of teenagers (and a sneaky TikTok) Sophie ended up on the gross side of the algorithm Dumb phones and technology disconnect Sexualisation in music videos and explaining it to kids Your kids see an inappropriate scene when you’re watching a movie - what do you do? Gasbagging, teabagging - same, same? This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this episode of our Newborn Mini Series, The First 365, we speak to Renee Jennings, a dietitian, mum of two and women’s health nutrition expert, to ask what are the TOP 5 things all new parents should know about postpartum nutrition. Renee cuts through the noise of the nutrition world to give us research-backed, bite-sized (pun intended) facts and tips for newborn mums. We discuss… Focusing on eating enough rather than eating ‘perfectly’ The huge nutrient requirements needed to heal and nurture our bodies and babies Easy ideas for nutritious snacks and ways to boost nutrients in meals Postpartum is not the season for weightloss Does breastfeeding make you lose weight? The importance of supplements when you’re postpartum Postpartum depletion How do you know if you are depleted? Ask for help if you’re not feeling well Moving from deficient to within range to optimal Is protein over-hyped?  The power of fibre Links mentioned: Get Renee’s book, Nurture the Seed Book a consultation with Renee here This episode and The First 365 Newborn Mini Series is proudly sponsored by Bonds, the brand that's been dressing little ones for generations.  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Boarding school might seem like a mysterious schooling option - maybe you wondered about it, fantasised about it or your parents threatened you with it! We speak to the hilarious and wise Amanda Ferrari who shares her journey marrying into a farming family, raising children in rural Australia and her family’s boarding school experience. Through her work with The Boarding School Collective, she is breaking down barriers and connecting schools with families. In this fantastic chat, we discuss… How Amanda ended up in a rural town married to a farmer  From friends with benefits to an unexpected pregnancy Premature labour, solitary confinement and giving birth to twins alone Being married to a farmer who is wedded to the land Finding small glimmers in the depths of depression  Why do people choose boarding schools?  The grief and emotion in sending children to boarding school The Boarding School Collective connects schools with families to educate and familiarise families who have a lot of questions “It’s okay to move schools if your child needs it”  What does a boarding school provide?  The highs and lows of boarding school Amanda’s perimenopause and menopause experience Trying HRT, mental health and the importance of mindset and humour  Links mentioned: Listen to Amanda’s podcast Letters from Home Find out more at @theboardingschoolcollective or our website This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their brand new Henry Plus Electric Recliner and Glider at iltutto.com.au    Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

After a few failed recording attempts, we are back on the mic and catching up on where we are at. We are both feeling a bit stretched but we know you’re in it with us, Bumpies. To lighten the mood, we laugh about the dumb sh*t we did as teenagers… and how we will definitely not be letting our kids do the same! We’re chatting… How Pearl’s second week of drop offs has been hard Jayde takes back what she said - parenting teens is A LOT “Leaning on in to tap the eff out” How negative feedback can take a toll on your mindset When you’re doing so much but feel like like none of it is good enough When are we spending time with our partner!? Sophie is petitioning for 5am dates What type of teenager were you?  “I’m a cool mom!” Buying drinks and boy sleepovers Sharing our crazy teenage memories, plus stories Bumpies sent in Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this episode of our Newborn Mini Series, The First 365, we speak to Nicole Pates, paediatric physiotherapist, to ask what are the TOP 5 things all new parents should know about physical milestones in the first year of life. With over 15 years as a physio plus lived experience as a mum, Nicole provides information, reassurance and tips that help cut through all the noise and ‘shoulds’. We discuss… Every baby is totally unique Milestone expectations are spread across a large time period, not a set date Early intervention leads to better outcomes Crawling, bum-shuffling and the wide variety of physical skills Do walkers and jumpers actually help babies learn to walk?  Should babies show a dominant hand? The noise around “shoulds” of milestones Play! The importance of play Temperament, security and exploring learning opportunities Plastic toys vs wooden toys - is one better than the other? Connection before correction Links mentioned: Learn more with Nicole at NicoleKidsPhysio.com Get Nicole’s book, Purposeful Play, here See the first episode of The First 365, ‘What does a lactation consultant want all new parents to know?’   This episode and The First 365 Newborn Mini Series is proudly sponsored by Bonds, the brand that's been dressing little ones for generations.  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

*This episode contains mention of child sexual abuse, so please consider whether this episode is right for you at this time. See the list below for linked support services or head to ChildSafety.gov.au for more.* Teaching our children about body safety is proven to help prevent sexual abuse and open up communication with our kids. For our second episode in partnership with One Talk at a Time, we dive into a heavy topic but one that is so vital to empower and protect our children. We speak with Jayneen Sanders (aka Jay Dale) to give us some practical strategies and how we can teach the 5 Body Safety Rules. An author, teacher, mum of 3 and an advocate for Body Safety Education, Jayneed provides us with reassurance and practical advice from the perspective of a parent and educator. We discuss… When do we start teaching body safety?  How to weave body safety language and rules into your parenting from birth The 5 Body Safety Rules The power of modelling consent and body boundaries Getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations Empowering our children and their different personalities Praising efforts over achievements No secrets, surprises only Keeping kids safe online The importance of believing survivors Empowering anxious children when they’re already fearful Sleepovers, play dates and code words Identifying our bodies early warning signs that they feel unsafe Connection encourages communication Support Services: Call or visit 1800RESPECT Call or visit Lifeline on 131 144 See Raising Children for a full list of services and supports Additional links: Child Safety online resources to teach body safety When to begin body safety The 5 Body Safety rules and cards Respect My Body, Respect My Boundaries by Jay Dale     This episode is brought to you by The Australian Government’s One Talk at a Time campaign, which is all about the little conversations that help keep our kids safe. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

When one of is up, the other is usually down and that is the case for this Bumpie Group Chat. Jayde has had a string of bad news whereas Sophie has had a childcare win. So why did we end up in an on-air fight!? Keeping it real, as always. We chat… Jayde has a bat infestation and a bunch of bad news When you think trusting your child is enough… navigating bullying from a different perspective Teens, phones and the internet  Pearl starts kindy and Sophie reflects on Pearl’s care journey so far What are the top 5 things worth their money as mums of 3? What are the top 5 things NOT worth their money as mums of 3? This one gets controversial Was it just us or was Toy Story 5 a bit… shamey? Sophie’s doing 30 Days of No Fashion Spending and Jayde is starting to sell her wardrobe. So why do we fight about it? This episode is proudly sponsored by Face Hero by Go-To, the face oil we always come back to. New customers or those that haven’t purchased within the last 12 months get 20% off orders over $85 at gotoskincare.com with the code BTB. T&Cs apply. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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. The Beyond the Bump promotion offers 20% off Go-To products only when you shop via gotoskincare.com using the exclusive promo code. Bro-To products are not included. Important! Enter the code at checkout to redeem. The promo code is valid for one order per customer only and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount code; however, a Go-To Gift With Purchase will still apply where eligible. A minimum spend of $85 AUD applies. This offer is available to new customers only (brand new customers or customers who have not placed an order within the last 12 months) and is valid from 12:01AM AEST on Thursday, 3 July until 11:59PM AEDT on Friday, 3 October.

Welcome to The First 365, a Newborn Mini Series brought to you by Beyond the Bump in partnership with Bonds. We are kicking it off by speaking with Clare, an IBCLC, endorsed midwife, mum of three and the face behind The Womb Rooms. We ask Clare what are the top five things we should all know about breastfeeding, lactation and feeding your baby. We discuss… The basic physiology behind breastfeeding Supply and demand (and how that can look) How frequently should we remove milk from the breast? Does breast or nipple size impact feeding? Antenatal expressing Should breastfeeding ever be painful? Afterbirth pain and breastfeeding Babies don’t just feed because they are hungry… and that is normal Why feeding schedules don’t cater to every baby It doesn’t matter how you feed them, it is how you respond to them Soft breasts doesn’t mean no milk Engorgement and supply regulation Breastfeeding support in the first 6 months Tips for a good latch The importance of postpartum support to safekeep breastfeeding Guilt around feeding our babies Breastfeeding should never come at the expense of your mental health Links mentioned: Head to The Womb Rooms website This episode and The First 365 Newborn Mini Series is proudly sponsored by Bonds, the brand that's been dressing little ones for generations.    Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Burnout is a term that gets thrown around a lot and Stacie Skehan, Emotional Intelligence Educator, knows it all too well. A mum of 3, navigating two divorces and chasing a string of career accolades, it wasn’t until total burnout forced her to stop and she had to feel what she had been suppressing for decades. Stacie shares her motherhood journey, relationships realisations and gives us a deep insight into how feeling, not fixing, is what is needed for ourselves and in turn, our children. We discuss… Stacie’s surprise pregnancy and tough postpartum When infidelity and drugs emerged in her first marriage  Why learning to listen to your instincts is important The post divorce glow-up Meeting her second husband (and finding the opposite of her ex) Navigating consecutive miscarriages in  remote Australia Irish twins! Getting pregnant at 3 months postpartum  Giving and receiving love via achievements and productivity Burnout - ignoring the warning signs and suppressing your emotions When you can’t rest unless something forces you to The importance of modeling our emotions to our children Reflecting on childhood to see where you’re repeating behaviours as an adult Advice for busy parents on how to res Additional resources: Follow Stacie on Instagram Follow EduSoul for more on emotional intelligence  This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now! Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

After a little break from recording, we are back for this episode of the Bumpie Group Chat. You think we wouldn’t have that much to talk about but of course, we find plenty to discuss!  School holidays makes Sophie want to homeschool A ‘school holiday activity menu’ saved the mental load AND made local activities feel like a holiday How underrated are the drive-in cinemas!? Jayde’s Bali trip with friends ticked all the boxes for her and the girls Do things sometimes run smoother when your partner isn’t there? Jayde’s Bali itinerary recommendations Sophie’s present cupboard fail! Bumpies awkward neighbour stories - these are just too far! Does sleeping in separate beds ruin your marriage? This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies. Bluey is now on tonies with the Bluey Tonieplay game, available at tonies.com.au and selected retailers. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Have you heard of congenital CMV? Many haven’t, including Stephanie Briggs, who learned of it for the first time while simultaneously experiencing the most devastating moment of her family’s life. Steph lost her second daughter, Charlotte Hope - or Charlie - as a result of CMV at 35 weeks gestation. Now the founder of The Hope Initiative for CMV, a charity created to raise awareness of this common but unknown virus, Steph shares her motherhood journey and the legacy of Charlie. In this raw yet eye-opening conversation, we discuss… Steph’s trouble with ovulation and journey to conceiving her first daughter Her second pregnancy juggling appendicitis, placenta previa, constant flu and nausea Getting the medical news no parent wants to hear and the limbo that follows How do you cope with hearing your unborn baby won’t survive? Cytomegalovirus (CMV) - what is it? Giving birth (and grieving) when you know your baby has passed away The unexpected logistics of a stillborn baby Explaining to their toddler that her sister wouldn’t come home Grief and how little society understands it How to be vigilant of CMV when pregnant Conceiving after loss and following CMV infection Health anxiety during pregnancy Living Charlie’s legacy  This episode is proudly sponsored by First Five Years for the Good Choices campaign at firstfiveyears.org.au.  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

It’s been a long time since we put the call out for an Ask Us Anything style Q&A and luckily for our egos, Bumpies delivered with a huge range of interesting, juicy and curious questions! We jumped straight into… How is Sophie going with her pursuit for a hobby? Our screen time keeps sneaking up and we have mixed feelings Am I The Asshole if I won’t let my neighbour borrow my chairs!? Aging is feeling confronting, but do we have to ‘fix’ it? Our thoughts on Botox and Jayde’s journey with injectables Should we ever *convince* our partner to have more kids? Gender disappointment vs gender disconnect and how it is becoming more obvious as Jayde’s girls grow  We share our experiences with alcohol and sobriety - from boundaries to numbing emotions to role-modelling to our children, this one was complicated What are simple ways we can enjoy motherhood more? Mum or Chief Facilitator? The mental load of family time  How do you handle your friends' parenting differently to you? This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We decided it was time to level up our money smarts and asked financial educator, Mel Browne, to come and share five things she wanted all women to know about finance. An award-winning ex-accountant and ex-financial advisor who rebuilt her financial life from the ground up, Mel shares practical tips* and expert knowledge in a way that makes sense. She dives into… Super splitting if your super takes a hit from career pauses Future proofing for finance when you’re in a relationship  Women over 55 are the most at risk of homelessness Research shows women are better investors Having a voice in your home’s finances Reflecting on your personal Money Story Investing 101: where do we start? Small ways to get extra cash Credit cards and Afterpay - rejecting overspending Dopamine spending Smart debt, mortgages and offset accounts Investing for our children  Links mentioned: 90 minute Share Investing Masterclass here Compare 7 Investing apps here   This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their brand new Bundle and Save Experience at iltutto.com.au  *Mel licensed to give general advice but please seek financial advice for you specific circumstances as needed Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Bumpies, if you haven’t noticed yet, this is our first video recording of the Bumpie Group Chat (Spotify and Youtube)! Now you can grab a cuppa and watch along… if your kids give you a moment's peace, of course. Whether you’re watching or listening, today we dive into… We have rebranded! A huge and exciting week for Beyond the Bump You’re always Yummy Mummies in our eyes Sophie is struggling to let herself sit with imposter syndrome Jayde’s reminder to take up space and be proud of hard work Do we constantly downplay our efforts and achievements as mums in paid work? Jayde shares her experience with Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD) Can we all just celebrate our wins!? When your kids start to grasp the concept of death  The disappointment of knowing you can’t fix your child’s feelings  Seeking help is always a good thing   This episode is proudly sponsored by Face Hero by Go-To, the face oil we always come back to. New customers or those that haven’t purchased within the last 12 months get 20% off orders over $85 at gotoskincare.com with the code BTB. T&Cs apply.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

**This episode discusses child sexual abuse. Please listen with care and reach out to a support service if you need to speak to someone. Visit ChildSafety.gov.au/Get-Support for a list of services.** We speak to Alison Geale, CEO of Bravehearts, who works to provide a holistic approach to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse. This is a big but important topic and we’ve gathered your top questions to help educate us on having personal safety conversations with our kids. We discuss… What are age-appropriate discussions to have regarding personal safety? Bringing up big topics if you’re feeling awkward Moving beyond ‘stranger danger’  Identifying the red flags of grooming The importance of asking our kids questions as conversation starters What to do if children disclose a safety concern with you “It might feel bad, it might feel good but it’s not right” - explaining physical responses to abuse How can we give our kids a safe childhood with these worries in mind? Sharing your child safety boundaries with other families Peer-on-peer sexual abuse - what it is and what steps to take What are developmentally expected sexual behaviors? Nappy changes to doctor visits, how do we explain what a safe scenario looks like? Knowing the power of these preventative and supportive conversations Additional links: Bravehearts ‘Protecting Children and Young People from Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Parents & Carers’ - Free Download Child Safety online resources to teach body safety This episode is brought to you by The Australian Government’s One Talk at a Time campaign, which is all about the little conversations that help keep our kids safe. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We dive straight into a short and sweet Bumpie Group Chat today as surprisingly, both of us had great weeks! As we crawl out of some mild parenting trenches, we remind ourselves of the importance of help, making time for ourselves and remembering that we are doing a damn good job! We yap about… Does anything replace the help you get from a supportive family? Parenting away from a village  Don’t compare yourself to others parenting journeys Sophie’s 3 year old is sleeping better and life is looking up The sleep advice Sophie is implementing Jayde’s made new progress in helping Yumi with emotional regulation The importance of parent’s nightly decompression session  Our rebrand launches next week! School holidays are incoming are we are crawling to the finish line   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

For this episode of Bumpies on Board, Hanna, an American Bumpie, shares with us her raw and vulnerable battle with addiction. A disease that is not often spoken about, addiction was part of her life from childhood. Hanna gives us an honest insight into the good, the bad and the ugly that she has experienced in both her addiction battle and her decade of sobriety, now as a mum of two. She shares… How watching her parents own addiction and mental health struggles formed the blueprint for Hanna’s substance issues  When throwing out drugs switched to trying them The indescribably strong pull of addiction A pregnancy scare and abusive relationship became the first realisation that her life was passing her by Why did she push her loved ones away? The dream of her own family became the catalyst to seek help  Finding the 12 step program that provided the support she needed to get sober  The stigma around addiction  Recovery as a continual process What steps helped Hanna begin to recover from addiction?  The physical effects of withdrawal  Meeting her partner and the love they felt becoming parents The top advice Hanna would give others in the midst of addiction    This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their EOFY Sale - head to iltutto.com.au to get up to 40% off from June 16 to July 1. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Even after spending a big few days in Sydney together, we still find plenty to discuss. Jayde took an early flight home to drive straight to couples therapy and gives us an update…  Firstly, we clear up the Nick/Harry confusion After a vulnerable breakdown a few weeks ago, therapy has given Jayde and Harry more tools to forge a better path forwards Sophie would people-please a therapist into getting an A+ if she could Jayde’s itchy legs spiraled into scabies, bed bugs and perimenopause and Sophie is sending her straight to the GP Should we push harder when it comes to our health symptoms? Jayde’s symptoms that tick the box for perimenopause Mia is 13. Jayde shares how she feels on now being a mum to a teenager Sophie needs advice on her toddler’s sleep…   This episode is brought to you by WaterWipes™, the only baby wipes certified skin microbiome friendly by MyMicrobiome. Get yours at Coles or head to waterwipes.com   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We’ll admit it. We don’t love playing with the kids. So we asked Nicole, a paediatric physiotherapist from @nicole_kidsphysio to come and give us the insight on play and making it work for your family. We discuss… When you don’t love playing with your kids Guilt, screens and connection Engagement vs imaginative play Finding the ‘play’ style that works for you Bossy play and how to navigate it  Behind every behaviour is a communication How long do you need to play for?  Does independent play even exist!? Tips for scaffolding independent play Sensory play tips and tricks Navigating risky play, safety and consequence Building confidence in risk averse kids  The importance of play for YOU This episode is proudly sponsored by Babybee. Discover the brand new Alto pram and explore the full Babybee range at babybeeonline.com  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

It’s been a big week of technology fails, Jayde’s crying going viral and as always, our youngest children are keeping us so, so humble. We dive into… Sophie chats parental preference. It’s a lose-lose scenario Jayde’s becoming a 90s parent and it was the ice-cream that tipped her over the edge Covid Babies are on their way to finishing pre-school and this quote from Dr Becky is taking us back Jayde crying went viral… but how is she doing?  The traffic light system for nervous system regulation  Does music set the tone of the house or overstimulate you? Girl’s trip savings accounts - yay or nay? This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds — check out their brand new Wondergrow range at bonds.com.au or in-store now! Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Last time we spoke to Leila from Village for Mama, she surprised us with a pregnancy announcement… little did she know that it would be her second set of twins! Today, she dives into life with 5 kids, pregnancy, birth, a supported postpartum and juggling multiple multiples! We chat about… How the 20-week scan revealed Leila’s second set of twins and shocked everyone The different decision making process for round 2 Finding and selecting a live in au pair  The beauty of a larger age gap between siblings Guilt around your relationship with your older children when a new baby is born Leila’s birth story with the second set of twins… in two states… on Christmas Day!  The importance of temperament  What Leila set up to help support her going into a slow postpartum with 5 kids Maternity leave policies for multiples (they’re not great) Her idea to create a village and helping hand for those who needed it Is Leila’s family complete?   This episode is brought to you by WaterWipes™, the only baby wipes certified skin microbiome friendly by MyMicrobiome. Get yours at Coles or head to waterwipes.com Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

This is an emotional episode of the Bumpie Group Chat and we’re feeling it. Jayde isn’t in a great place right now and she shares the weight of it all. Sophie wanted her feelings back and is now asking if you should be careful what you wish for. We dive into… Jayde has a heavy and vulnerable share. Life isn’t in a good place and family life feels hard Parenting a teen is like postpartum Does the ‘village’ drop off after kids start school?  Sophie has been on the verge of tears non-stop since the IUD came out and it led to a panic attack A guy posting his own thirst trap - confident or ick? Rude or Fabulous? 3 grown men order a juice box  Am I The Asshole? When you plan your child’s birthday party and your husband comes in last minute with plans Communication and validation for the win   This episode is proudly sponsored by Babybee. Discover the brand new Alto pram and explore the full Babybee range at babybeeonline.com    Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Can we move past rigid stereotypes in order to better understand and support our autistic children? To dive into this, we speak to Dr Krishna Jadav Carle who explains all the ways in which autism can present in children. She is a developmental paediatrician and Director of ACCESS Paediatric Clinic. In her book, What’s My Colour On The Spectrum?, Dr Krishna introduces the Rainbow Model, a framework to help better understand the huge variety within autism. This is such a valuable episode and we learned so much. We discuss… The diagnostic criteria and categories Dr Krishna is seeing in clinic How autistic nervous systems interpret perceived threats Why are more kids being diagnosed with autism these days?  What would a world look like if it was completely supportive of autistic people? The biggest barriers to families getting a diagnosis The stigma around autism and its stereotypes Deep diving into each colour of the Rainbow Model to better understand the huge range of needs of autistic kids Masking and delayed diagnoses Moving within the framework rather than being limiting Safety and dysregulation for autistic children (and their families) Strategies to help deescalate and coregulate How can we learn more to help our kids? Seeing your own missed diagnosis within your autistic children   Links mentioned in the episode: ACCESS Paediatric Clinic: https://www.accesspaediatricclinic.com.au Book: What’s My Colour On The Spectrum?     This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds — check out their brand new Wondergrow range at bonds.com.au or in-store now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

This week on the Bumpie Group Chat we dive into the hormonal rollercoaster of being a woman, from Sophie’s IUD removal to Jayde’s period disc recommendations. Our kids are taking us on a walk down memory lane to our old-school Book Fairs. Oh and we need your play date rules, come and share over in our Facebook group! Pearl has said “I love you!” so Soph is taking the win Bedtime battles  The ‘head fluffery’ of play dates and sibling dynamics Apple Sleeves has a music video Sophie is off to Harry Styles! And the entire family are tagging along! Bringing your children into your world  Sophie’s IUD has been out for a week and she gives us an update Jayde’s menstrual disc hot tip (learned the hard way) Scholastic Book Fair nostalgia This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their new Boba Auri Teddy-Fleece Carrier. Grab yours here! And use code BUMP20 for 20% off full priced items at iltutto.com.au. Code valid until June 14 2026, excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Links in the show notes. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Terms like ‘the manosphere’ and ‘toxic masculinity’ are thrown around a lot lately and it has many of us worried. How do we raise boys? What does a good man look like? We speak to Dr Billy Garvey, developmental paediatrician and father of three, about his new book and how to raise emotionally healthy boys. Regardless of whether you have a son or not, this episode is filled with parenting wisdom. After we establish that Dr Billy is the intellectual hall pass of half of the BTB team, we dive into… What is a good man and what is our aim when raising children? The data that shows that even from birth, boys are treated differently to girls Emotional nurturing and social conditioning Rough and tumble play as a biological need Scaffolding and teaching social and emotional skills Role modelling affection and consent How do men open up to mates if they then don’t have the skills to support each other? “Your relationship with them trumps everything” The importance of saying sorry (it doesn’t equal weakness) Love VS caregiving Sexualisation and body image in males Bullying and aggression Suicide is the leading cause of death in men How do we protect our sons from being exposed to ‘toxic masculinity’? Billy’s take on the viral show, ‘Adolescence’ How to spot mental illness in children “We need to love them more” - the little ways we can make a big impact   This episode is proudly sponsored by Babybee. Discover the brand new Alto pram and explore the full Babybee range at babybeeonline.com    Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

As always, the Bumpie Group Chat is a rollercoaster but we know you’re alongside us for the ride, Bumpies! We vent about our current parenting pickles, we cry with pride about said children then wrap it up by searching for inspo on how to be better parents to our daughters. Wow. We dive into… 7 year olds… wtf? Third child things… we are not okay! We debut Yumi’s first single, Apple Sleeves and it’s a banger Sophie had her IUD removed and discusses the ‘why’ Soph asked TikTok what kept sisters bonded as they grew up and the answers were pretty wholesome Jayde compares life as an only child to now as she raises three daughters We had a rebrand photoshoot!   This episode is brought to you by WaterWipes™, the only baby wipes certified skin microbiome friendly by MyMicrobiome. Get yours at Coles or head to waterwipes.com   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We are constantly asked for advice when it comes to tension with in-laws, grandparents, relationships and more. Setting boundaries is easier said than done! To help us help you, we spoke to clinical family therapist and speech pathologist, Claire Barbagallo, all about communicating with the key people in our lives. We discuss… What do you do if your MIL wants to share your children on social media and you’re not okay with it?  Shifting from boundaries = conflict to boundaries as a form of healthy communication  How to get grandparents on the same parenting page as you Your non-negotiable parenting values Explaining the ‘why’ to grandparents Focusing on the new opportunities that come from a boundary When the boundary needs to be repeated Communicating with our partner in an argument vs sweeping it under the rug Arguments in front of your children - do we address it with our kids? Self compassion and regulation as communication tools How can we help communicate something a bit more subtly? When family or friends parent very differently to you Enmeshment and guilt within families This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds — check out their brand new Wondergrow range at bonds.com.au or in-store now! Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Mother’s Day has come and gone and we unpack our thoughts around the day - can we take the wins for what they are? We just want to feel seen! We also jump into… Sophie’s sinking smoothly into Term 2 Shout out to the single and solo mums on Mother’s Day Craft mum realisations and cutting the parenting labels Filling up your cup alongside your child’s feels like a hack Screen time for the win, it doesn’t have to be demonised all the time  Sophie watched The Sweetest Thing with her whole family… enough said  We share Bumpies hilarious inappropriate song lyric experiences     This episode is brought to you by WaterWipes, the only baby wipes certified skin microbiome friendly, by MyMicrobiome.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We speak a lot about finding a village, but what do you do when you’ve moved across the world and find yourself starting from scratch? Kerrene Taylor (@kerrenetaylor) is an American mum living in Western Australia, documenting the honest reality of becoming a mother far from home - without the village most of us assumed we'd have. We discuss… How Kerrene met her now-husband and moved to Perth Moving into motherhood without a relationship with her mum How Kerrene explored remothering herself before having children The term ‘morning’ sickness needs to be cancelled Her birth and postpartum journey as isolation crept in Finding new friends is like dating (daunting!) Becoming diagnosed with PND  The spectrum of sleep help Experiencing rage for the first real time and its impact on her relationship A small window into the maternal experience in Australia VS the USA Kerrene’s words of advice for new parents seeking a village   Listen to Kerrene’s podcast, the No Village Club where she shares her journey of building a village where she is now.   This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds — check out their brand new Wondergrow range at bonds.com.au or in-store now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

he Bumpie Group Chat is back after a two-week break so we have lots to catch up on! We jump straight into… How was Jayde’s girls trip to the USA for a country music festival?  The lead up to a girls trip might be even better than the holiday itself  An emergency evacuation at StageCoach 🫣 Jayde’s fallen out of love with singer Riley and more in love with her husband, Harry Their emotional couples therapy breakthrough Sophie’s got a threenager on her hands  A Mother’s Day hot take - is just saying exactly what you want a win-win for everyone? Tea towels are a girls best friend… Kids and mature song lyrics - how are we approaching this!?    This episode is proudly sponsored by Babybee. Discover the brand new Alto pram and explore the full Babybee range at babybeeonline.com   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Has ‘screen time’ become a dirty word when it comes to our kids? Can we safely support them to use technology that is constantly evolving? There is a lot of fear around screens but it feels overwhelming when they’re such a big part of our lives. We want to remove the shame so we chat to researcher Dr Jo Orlando about how we navigate parenting in a digital world. We discuss… Is screen time black and white for all children?  Screens as a tool for connection and communication when you’re a tween/teen Rest or stimulation? Can screens be used for relaxation? Reflecting on how screens are being used rather than time limits Fostering hobbies and activities off screens How our brains are trained to want the constant change of ideas screens offer Is there a point when kids are missing out if they have no or strict screen time? Snapchat and its problematic friendship dynamics Settings, apps and open conversations with your tweens and teens Phone usage for your children and the ‘shopping centre’ analogy The pros and cons of the social media ban What do parents need to know about AI? Building critical thinking skills in our children Online gaming - yes or no?   Resources mentioned in this episode: Life 360   This episode is proudly sponsored by Michael Hill. Shop their Mother's Day collection in store or online at michaelhill.com.au.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Imagine sharing your life on social media every day until one day, your relationship begins to implode. How do you show up? What do you share? Bella Messina is a single mum to 2 daughters, sharing her motherhood journey on her podcast, Tiktok and Instagram. We dive in... Bella shares her journey leading up to her first pregnancy and struggling with HG throughout How her mental health declined but she still gaslit herself into thinking how she ‘should be grateful’ At one point do we feel ‘worthy’ of help with mental health? Bella shares how each day was a struggle but the lifeline that came with sharing this online Receiving a lot of backlash and online hate during a difficult stage of life but the perspective shift that helped her push past it The importance of professional help and therapy Bella’s marriage ended abruptly - how she found out and her immediate reaction as a SAHM with no independent income living with her in-laws Navigating a sudden breakup as a content creator - how do you decide what to share?  What is the FIRST step Bella took in discovering her new self? Dating after divorce and how she found love again Introducing your new partner to your kids and approaching co-parenting with your ex Bella’s advice for mums going on the same journey   This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds — check out their brand new Wondergrow range at bonds.com.au or in-store now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

It’s the final week of school holidays and we have some ups and downs for you, Bumpies! Sophie is still solo parenting while her husband is away and it’s getting old… time to come home Nick! Jayde had a rough time with a hospital visit for her daughter, but will be on the up once she packs her bags (last minute, of course) for a girl’s trip. We chat about… Sophie’s at THAT stage of the school holidays - whimsy has been knocked down a peg thanks to fevers, sleep deprivation and sibling rivalry Jayde’s feeling fried after Mia going in for surgery - there is something so gut-wrenching about seeing your child go under On a lighter note, Jayde is off to the US with a friend this weekend for a music concert!  Why do we go into preparation overdrive when we leave our kids with their other very capable parent!?  We share some Bumpie’s hilarious and awkward stories about their puberty, sex and dating chats after our episode with Pippin Girl earlier this week Someone has sent in an AITA - should she have let her friend soak up the congrats for her first pregnancy before she announced her own?   This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Join us at The Village Walk, a free morning event for new and expectant parents at Centennial Park, Sydney on Saturday 9 May. See the event details here.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

You might remember when your parents tried to speak to you about The Birds and The Bees. Or they left a book about puberty for you on your bed one day. Maybe they left a box of pads in the bathroom? Today we speak to Em from Pippin Girl about how to have the awkward chats with our kids about puberty, sex, consent, relationships and more - and do it a little better than how our parents might have done it! We discuss… When and how to start discussing body changes with your children Taking your child’s personality into account when broaching bigger topics The puberty chat - what do we even say? What puberty may look like for boys and girls Preparing your daughter for puberty and her period  What questions are students asking in schools? What are they actually wanting to know!? Sex and pleasure  Approaching the topic of consent with our kids and how despite awareness, society still has a long way to go  Preparing your child for dating and relationships The importance of boundary setting and receiving someone’s no See Pippin Girl’s resources and products here Be sure you’re signed up to our newsletter here to receive 10 conversation starters at the end of April.   This episode is proudly sponsored by Lyden Lane, estate planning made simple for families. You can listen to our episode with Tess here. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We kick off this week’s Bumpie Group Chat episode with a petition for mandatory seasonal Mental Load Holidays. Can you imagine!? Sophie is staying with her parents for the school holidays and she’s finding parenting way more manageable. We also chat about… Is most of the day-to-day of parenting actually made challenging by our mental load, not necessarily the kids themselves? Jayde wants to know what is the etiquette these days when it comes to giving gifts? If you’re attending an adult’s birthday, what is the protocol!? Speaking of celebrating, partying in your 30s hits different. No amount of Hydralite made a difference for Jayde over the weekend. Whether it’s a hangover, exhaustion or a babysitter, we discuss how the cost of a night out is high these days. So, is it worth it? Jayde’s had a UTI and has learned an important lesson Sophie’s back with an exciting update - Pearl has officially ditched the dummy! We chat about a contentious AITA - is it okay to discipline a friend’s child? What is okay and what is an overstep?   This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their new Mocha colourway. Get your sneak peek here. Use code BUMP20 for 20% off full priced items at iltutto.com.au. Code valid until June 14 2026, excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Matrescence. You might have never heard of it or maybe you’ve seen it doing the rounds on social media lately. It’s actually the biggest transition any human will go through in life and it’s reserved specifically for mothers. So, if it’s so massive… why is it so unknown? We speak to Claire Tonti, matrescence activist, filmmaker, singer and songwriter, to learn more. We say it often, but this really is a must-listen for everyone, mother or not!  We discuss… What actually is matrescence? And why haven’t we heard about it until recently (if ever!?) The neurological and hormonal changes women experience when they become a mother When did it become a ‘badge of honour’ to try and not change when becoming a mum? How the fight for gender equality meant we had to dampen the importance of parenting The beauty and level-up that we go through as a result of matrescence How educating and empowering women at every stage of life benefits us all Leaning into creativity as a way to process these changes Embracing slowness and rest as a radical movement “The album of queefs” - you’d have to listen there to get it Do fathers experience something similar? + plenty more!   Links mentioned in this episode: Amy Taylor-Kabbaz - matrescence activist Oscar Serralach’s research Matrescence by Lucy Jones  Yoga nidra for deep rest Nat Bartsch - composer and music designed to help babies sleep   This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds — check out their brand new Wondergrow range at bonds.com.au or in-store now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

As we roll into the long weekend, we are both relieved and overwhelmed. We dive into this episode of the Bumpie Group Chat and vent about the collective anxiousness we are all feeling - from the state of the world right now to the endless Easter to-do list plus the race to the finish line of term 1. It’s a LOT! We also chat about… What am I and who am I? Society’s obsession with labelling people and why we can’t do it all  Leaning into your school community and how wholesome it can feel “Do you have capacity to chat about my feelings?” Harry’s back and Jayde missed him, but did he miss her?  Play! We remind ourselves how important play is, not just for our kids but for us  Why does the kids having cavities make us feel like a total failure!?! Bumpies shared their granny habits they’ve taken on in their 30s and it was the laugh we needed   This episode is proudly sponsored by Hey Zomi — check out their reusable menstrual disc and new period underwear range at heyzomi.com. You can also find Hey Zomi at a Woolworths near you. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Have you written a Will? This episode has been *highly* requested by Bumpies so we spoke to Tessa from Lyden Lane to discuss estate planning and future-proofing for our children after we are gone. Yes, it feels confronting but we know we need to adult-up and get it done for the benefit of our family. We discuss… What actually is a Will?  What happens if you pass away without one? And is it just needed when one parent dies or both!? Does debt get passed down if it’s not paid off? Boomer wealth, granny flats, intergenerational living and the Bank of Mum and Dad Divorce - does it impact a Will? The toughest part - who will care for your kids!? We were both in SHOCK with just how complex this decision is legally The up front cost of estate planning How superannuation might be an asset you hadn’t considered Tessa shares the voice note she’s leaving behind for her kids - we were not okay! So, where do we begin if we want to set up an estate plan after today?  If you’d like to, find out more from Tessa at Lyden Lane’s website here. Whilst there's been so much important information shared in this episode, it is shared as general information for education purposes only. Bumpies should not rely on anything in this podcast without seeking independent legal advice. This episode is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co. — their Charity Super Socks are available now in Chemist Warehouse stores across Australia and online at bambiminico.com.au.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

Bumpies, today really is a mixed bag, so strap in for this rollercoaster. We discuss everything from vaping to religion, if we actually need yearly birthday parties for kids and the most beautiful ‘just you wait’ moments that had us tearing up. We dive into… It’s Week 2 of Harry being away - how is Jayde going this week with solo parenting? The mental load around extra-curricular activities and why it can be anxiety inducing The classic trap of who has it harder and why we probably need to take that straight to couple’s counselling 😅 Possibly controversial, but should we veto yearly birthday parties for kids…? Sophie posted a positive ‘just you wait’ moment on Instagram and the comment section definitely passed the vibe check!  We have a new AITA and it’s a Bumpie wondering if it’s okay to try and sway her teenager’s friendships - is it for the good of your child or does it become dangerous territory? What do you do when your child wants black and white answers around family values? Sophie’s daughter wants to know about religion and it’s bringing up big discussions in the Pearce household   This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their Easter Sale with up to 50% off sitewide from March 26 to April 6.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

You have probably seen Jess Urlichs’ beautiful poems on motherhood in your Instagram feed but you might not know much about the woman behind the words. In this episode, we speak to Jess (@jessurlichs) and dive into everything from pursuing creativity to both her and her son’s neurodivergence diagnoses. We discuss… Jess’ current journey navigating her eldest son’s neurodivergence and how that looked for him as a baby How Jess began writing poetry and the poems that went viral Tips for turning your thoughts into poems Jess’ recent diagnosis of OCD and how this differs from the ‘OCD’ cliches thrown around casually in conversation Intrusive thoughts and when they started to control Jess’ behaviour How her ADHD and OCD look now she is outside of the newborn era Jayde shares some of the positives of ADHD, especially through the lens of motherhood Jess shares some excerpts from her latest book - hot tip, you will need tissues!   You can grab a copy of Jess’ latest book of poetry, They Bloom Because of You, here.   Check out The positive side of having ADHD as an adult, here.   This episode is proudly sponsored by OnePass. During Easter, when you sign up for a $40 annual membership, you get a $20 OnePass Reward to spend at Kmart*. Head to OnePass now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We are back with the Bumpie Group Chat and kicking it straight off with a huge shoutout to the parents out there who are doing it all, whether they’re a single, solo, FIFO or may-as-well be single mum. After a week of Harry being overseas, Jayde is feeling it and can only imagine the load you carry. We also discuss… You can’t do it all and how Jayde is approaching life while her husband is away Sleep unders - what are they and are they ticking all the boxes for families who want to avoid sleepovers? Am I the Asshole? A Bumpie has submitted their pickle and we unpack whether they’re being unreasonable or if a surprise Sunday visit from her mother-in-law was poorly timed This episode is proudly sponsored by Hey Zomi. Check out their reusable menstrual disc and new period underwear range at heyzomi.com or a Woolworths near you.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

After both loving following Bec @pinatafruitgirl on TikTok, we knew we had to have her bubbly energy and articulate take on life and motherhood here on the podcast! After a quick circle-jerk fangirling over each other, we jumped straight into it… The beauty and challenges in parenting for Bec How life looked for Bec before children growing up on a working fruit farm The tragic death of her first love at 25 years old and how messy grief can be Finding love after loss Is it hyperemesis gravidarum or not? We all share our stories with how dark and all-consuming HG can be both physically and mentally Life in the family business and how Bec approaches her busy role  Bec’s take on questioning a 3rd child through the lens of HG and the load on her support network Being a villager and the importance of multi-generational support   Links mentioned in this episode: See more of Bec on TikTok @pinatafruitgirl  Learn more about hyperemesis gravidarum Find support for you and your family at PANDA   This episode is proudly sponsored by OnePass. During Easter, when you sign up for a $40 annual membership, you get a $20 OnePass Reward to spend at Kmart*. Head to OnePass now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

We are back with the Bumpie Group Chat and honestly, we are a bit shakey and nervous. Why? Because we have recorded our sing-off and have mild regrets. If we aren’t back next week, it’s because we are either on tour or hiding in shame!  On top of our Taylor Swift renditions, we discuss… Jayde’s low energy but getting by! Just in time for her minor day surgery Nail art hacks for low maintenance vibes Sophie needs help with the dummy… not hers, Pearl’s! Jayde shares her thoughts and Bumpies give advice, too Jayde gives an update on Yumi’s nightly performance after our recent episode about not dulling your child’s big personality (while still toning it down a tad) We share our singing recordings……..   This episode is proudly sponsored by Rommer. Check out Rommer Designs for their beautifully designed, functional children's dinnerware and play essentials. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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!?   This episode is proudly sponsored by OnePass. During Easter, when you sign up for a $40 annual membership, you get a $20 OnePass Reward to spend at Kmart*. Head to OnePass now!   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.   *T&Cs, exclusions apply. Offer available to new and returning OnePass members who join between 08:00am AEDT 5 March 2026 and 11:59pm AEDT 4 April 2026. No free trial applies. $20 OnePass Reward redeemable in-store and online at Kmart. Valid for 60 days from date of issue. For more information visit OnePass.com.au

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) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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 Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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 Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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 Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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:  GetbrickLife360 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 Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcastFacebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. 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.

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HEREThis episode is proudly sponsored by Il Tutto!

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    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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE   This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce. Head to www.bounceinc.com.au to purchase your tickets!

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HEREThis episode is proudly sponsored by Il Tutto!

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HEREThis episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce. Head to www.bounceinc.com.au to purchase your tickets!

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Little Urchin. Head to www.littleurchin.com.au  and use our code BTB20 for 20% off site wide!

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce. Head to www.bounceinc.com.au purchase your tickets and gift cards!

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! Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheballs.podcast Follow Jayde on Instagram: @londonxboston Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!   This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies!

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE 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.

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce. Head to www.bounceinc.com.au purchase your tickets and gift cards!

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE

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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE 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

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 306Monday to Friday, 9am - 7.30pmSaturday, 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 AisbettUnderstanding Intrusive Thoughts: https://www.panda.org.au/articles/intrusive-thoughts   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.   Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Bounce. Head to www.bounceinc.com.au purchase a GA 2 hour ticket and enter the code DOUBLETIME and you'll only have to pay for 1 hour!

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/ 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!   Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheballs.podcast Follow Jayde on Instagram: @londonxboston Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!   This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies!

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE   This episode is proudly sponsored by Experience Oz.  Book the best value tours, attractions and things to do in Australia and NZ. Use code BTB10 for 10% off when you spend over $99 at www.experienceoz.com.au

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE   This episode is proudly sponsored by Experience Oz.  Book the best value tours, attractions and things to do in Australia and NZ. Use code BTB10 for 10% off when you spend over $99 at www.experienceoz.com.au

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE

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 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!   Follow us on Instagram: @beyondtheballs.podcast Follow Jayde on Instagram: @londonxboston Follow Chi on Instagram: @chi_lo Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!   This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies!

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Charles Darwin University.  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. Check out the available courses at www.cdu.edu.au

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Charles Darwin University.  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. Check out the available courses at www.cdu.edu.au

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! 💛 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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE This episode is proudly sponsored by Mazda. Every drive is an opportunity to discover more with your family in the 7-Seat Hybrid Mazda CX-80. Spaciously designed the CX-80 combines generous three-row seating with advanced technology and a Five-Star ANCAP safety rating - the perfect balance of space and comfort for every journey. Explore the 7-Seat Hybrid Mazda CX-80 at mazda.com.au/cx-80

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! 💛   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.  Join our Facebook chat Beyond the Bump Community Chats! Sign up to our newsletter HERE  Email us HERE   This episode is proudly sponsored by Mazda. Every drive is an opportunity to discover more with your family in the 7-Seat Hybrid Mazda CX-80. Spaciously designed the CX-80 combines generous three-row seating with advanced technology and a Five-Star ANCAP safety rating - the perfect balance of space and comfort for every journey. Explore the 7-Seat Hybrid Mazda CX-80 at mazda.com.au/cx-80