Beyond the Bump

What has postpartum with twins looked like for you? - with Leila, Postpartum Doula

In our 182nd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Leila. Leila is a postpartum doula from Village for Mama and she has recently had twins. She chats to us all about her twin pregnancy, her twin postpartum and everything in between. We hope you enjoy!!!
How did you know you were ready to try for baby number two?
What was it like finding out you were pregnant with twins?
Were you more sick while pregnant with your twins or your singleton?
How did you get through having hyperemesis with a young child?
How did you find ways to nourish your body while struggling with hyperemesis?
How was it carrying twins? How does it feel on your body?
Tips for getting through that mental game of waiting when you’re overdue.
What’s the reality of postpartum with twins?
What does a typical day look like for you?
What support did you put in place that practically helped you in your postpartum with twins?
How do you go about dividing your time between your four year old and your 7-week old twins? 
What are things you should not say to a twin mum?
What are some newborn essentials for twins?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!
 
Resources:
Listen to Leila’s episode on The Boob to Food Podcast
Listen to Rana’s episode on Beyond the Bump
themealtrain.com
Follow Leila on Instagram: @villageformama
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
 
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Willby's:
To celebrate the launch, Willby’s are giving away a $300 voucher to one very lucky listener to shop at their online store!
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How can we raise our girls to like themselves? with author, Kasey Edwards

In our 181st episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Kasey Edwards. Kasey is a researcher and coauthor of the book, Raising Girls Who Like Themselves – that’s all we need to say and we hope you enjoy!!!
Should we be raising our girls and boys differently?
How can we teach our daughters body love and acceptance? 
What is the key to body confidence?
Should we be avoiding Barbie TV shows, fairytales and old school Disney princess movies?
How do we respond to our daughters when they ask us why we are putting on make-up or shaving our legs?
How do we tackle conversations with our kids when they’re wearing clothing that is inappropriate or want to be nude?
How do we help our kids make their own choices and decisions?
How do we teach our children what a good friend is?
Social media – when do we know that they're ready for it and how do we prepare them for it?
What’s the best way to teach our kids about consent and sex? And at what age should this start?
What if our daughter (four years old) is flirtatious and loves attention from older boys? Should we be worried?
How do we foster having independent, assertive and fierce girls, but still being able to parent them without squashing their self esteem?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!
Resources:
Raising Girls Who Like Themselves
Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves
Help your daughter choose friends who are good for her: https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/friend
Body confidence family health check: https://www.raisinggirlswholikethemselves.com/healthcheck
 
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. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Bellamy's Organic:If you want to check out their range head to www.bellamysorganic.com.au

How is Pearl already 3 months old?!? Chatting about the fourth trimester with Sophie and Nick

In our 180th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Sophie and Nick and they answer all your questions about the fourth trimester with Pearl – how it’s been, how being a family of three has been, the hard parts, the good parts etc.
Which has been the hardest transition, 0-1 kids, 1-2 kids or 2-3 kids?
Tips for finding balance as well as time for yourself with three kids?
What’s your favourite part about having three kids?
What was harder, the first 12 weeks of pregnancy or the first 12 weeks having a newborn?
How has Pearl’s postpartum compared to the other two?
Sophie, how do you go about asking Nick for help?
How do you find time for each other amongst the chaos?
What do you do each day just for yourselves?
Top tips for preparing older kids for a new sibling.
How did you handle visitors in the newborn days? Did you have any set boundaries?
How is Pearl’s sleep at 12 weeks and is she in a routine?
What are the sleeping arrangements? And what does bedtime look like with three kids?
Top tips for sleep deprivation and how to remain optimistic during the newborn haze?
Are you sure you won't have a fourth?
Sophie, have you recovered physically? And how are you feeling about your postpartum body?
What baby items can Sophie not live without?
Is there anything they wish they had done differently in the newborn days?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!
 
Resource links:
Bednest Bedside Bassinet Co Sleeper
Beyond by BabyLove nappies 
BabyDink Carrier Code: SOPHIE10 
Baby loungers: Snuggle Me Organic or Linen Social  
Bath Support from The Memo 
The Essential Milk Bra (leakproof): MILK LABEL
Haakka Ladybug Code: SVPEARCE10 
Modibodi Undies
Disposable Postpartum Underwear: Bubba Bump Baby
 
 
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. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Natio Kids:
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Does dummy/thumb sucking deserve the bad rap? with Speech Pathologist, Jess

In our 179th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat to Jess. Jess is a speech pathologist and we chat to her all about thumb sucking and dummy use. This can be a pretty heated topic where parents have so many questions like, ‘what damage am I causing?’ versus ‘I need to use this to survive!’
Dummy versus thumb sucking. Is one better than the other?
Is there anything we can do to encourage thumb sucking? Or are some kids just into it and others aren’t?
Conversely, should we discourage thumb sucking and use a dummy instead?
What are the main concerns with thumb/finger sucking?
How would we go about weaning thumb/finger sucking? And how do we do it at night?
Everyone seems to be getting braces when they’re older nowadays, so why does it matter if our bubs move their teeth around with their thumbs?
What can we do if their thumbs keep getting blistered and sore?
Dummies — do they deserve the bad rap that they get?
What are the pros and cons of dummies?
When should we introduce the dummy?
Do dummies reduce the risk of SIDS?
If our bubs are less than one year old, what is the best way to wean a dummy?
How often are we supposed to be replacing and/or sterilising dummies? 
And SO MUCH MORE!!!
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by iL Tutto:
This month, with every iL Tutto nursery chair purchase using the code BUMP15, and you'll receive 15% off your order as well as a FREE feeding cushion - the perfect accompaniment to feeding your bub on your gorgeous new chair! 
Head to iltutto.com.au to check out their incredible range of nursery chairs and discover a new kind of comfort for you and your bub!

How can I get my kid to play for more than two minutes? - with Erica, from Chronicles of Play

In our 178th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Erica from Chronicles of Play. Erica is a primary school teacher and a play enthusiast and we chatted all about the best kids toys, what we can get longevity out of, how to encourage independent play, imagination, creativity and so much more!!! We hope you enjoy!!!
What is ‘normal’ play for each age group/development?
Tips for those who feel embarrassed singing to their bubs.
What are the main things that we’re looking for when choosing toys for our kids?
What is open-ended play?
Why do children always play with things that are not toys?
Are lighter, bright, loud toys bad for our babies? 
Will our kids be more creative if they learn to play with wooden, natural toys?
How do we know when a child has outgrown a toy?
What are toy libraries? And how do they work?
What are some examples of long-term toys?
How important is playing with our kids? What amount of time should be with us versus independent play?
Advice for mums who are struggling to play with their sons and stereotypical boy toys.
When we’re playing with our kids, should we be thinking about entertainment or education?
Tips for learning to play with other kids. And at what age is it important for this to start happening?
How can we help encourage independent play?
And SO MUCH MORE!!!
Resources mentioned:
DUPLO
Listen to, So let’s talk screen time - with Brad, Child Psychologist of Unplugged Psychologist on Apple Podcast and Spotify
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by ergoPouch:
This Mother's Day you can shop 20% off Ergo Pouch with our code BTB20, which is valid for 2 weeks from today! 
Head to www.ergopouch.com.au to snap us some much needed sleep!
 

Why don’t I love my baby? Pre and post-natal depression - with Annette

In our 177th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Annette. Annette shares with us her experience and journey with postnatal depression after having her second child. We hope you enjoy!!!
 
Resource links:
In a crisis call Lifeline: 13 11 14
PANDA hotline: 1300 726 306
Panda.org.au 
Follow PANDA Australia on Instagram @pandanational
Gidget Foundation 
Beyond Blue
Butterfly Foundation
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Lululemon:
Whether you are a mama, mama to be or a woman who loves to feel supported in her clothing, go and check out Lululemon’s Super-High-Rise collection and let us know your thoughts on our Facebook page! 
Head to www.lululemon.com.au and search for Super High Rise

BONUS episode - what’s your parenting porkie?

In our 176th BONUS episode of Beyond the Bump, we’re talking all things parenting porkies – whether that be little white lies that you tell your kids or maybe just full blown lies that your parents told you! We hope you enjoy!!!
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Blackboard Coffee:
I honestly can’t believe how generous Blackboard has been with this one BUT to show their appreciation for mums they are giving away a whole at-home coffee machine and set up!! 
A La Marzoccoo Linea Micra (valued at $6k!!!!), a grinder, a Blackboard Coffee Essential Espresso Kit Pro and your next subscription order free!!! 
To enter, sign up for a Blackboard Coffee subscription using code BTB (this will also give you free shipping) and write in the notes your IG handle. Then head over to our page and follow the instructions on our post!!! 
Sign up for a subscription today using BTB - this will give you 20% off, free shipping and put you in the running to win an at home coffee making set up valued at over $7,000!!! 
Head to blackboardcoffee.com.au to get your coffee order in!! 

What actually happens in an induction? - with midwife, Beth

In our 175th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with the beautiful Beth Ryan from @birthwithbeth_. Beth is a midwife and founder of PowerBirth online courses and today she talks to us all about inductions! We hope you enjoy!!!
Beth talks about her online course, Positive Induction of Labour, and why she decided to put it together
What is an induction? And would a stretch and sweep be considered one?
What are the most common reasons that people will get induced?
Can you get induced for a VBAC?
What about big babies? What questions should we be asking if we are being recommended to have an induction due to the size of our bub?
Can you just opt for an induction for any reason?
Are there different types of inductions?
Is induction more painful than natural contractions? 
Is there benefit after you get your waters broken, waiting a while to see if that puts you into labour?
If we want an epidural, at what point in the induction process is it recommended?
Once the drip is up and we're in established labour, can the drip then be turned off?
Do you have to have continuous monitoring with an induction?
Cascade of intervention – what does that mean and is it a legitimate thing?
Is the negative stigma surrounding inductions justified?
And so MUCH MORE?
 
Resource links:
Birthwithbeth.com.au
Follow Beth on Instagram @birthwithbeth_
Take Beth’s online birth course PowerBirth
Take Beth’s online Positive Induction of Labour course
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Lululemon:
Whether you are a mama, mama to be or a woman who loves to feel supported in her clothing, go and check out Lululemon’s Super-High-Rise collection and let us know your thoughts on our Facebook page! 
Head to www.lululemon.com.au and search for Super High Rise
 

What’s the mental load of IVF? 5 years of IVF, bipolar, donor sperm, eggs and so much more! - with Jossie Williams

In our 174th episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Jossie. Jossie reached out to us saying that she has been going through IVF for over 5 years - she has such a layered story with elements that we feel all our listeners can relate to. We hope you enjoy!!!
Jossie talks about being a gay woman who is with a transgender male partner.
Were there any hard times during Jossie’s teen years due to her sexuality?
When did Jossie’s reproductive journey begin? And when did she know that she needed IVF?
What’s the difference between IUI and IVF?
Jossie talks about having bi-polar and endometriosis and going through IVF
What is the difference between an IVF cycle versus a transfer?
What's it like living with bi-polar? And does Jossie ever have manic episodes?
Jossie talks about that excruciating two-week wait after an IVF transfer
What does the process of choosing a sperm donor entail?
What’s the process of egg donation? And was it something Jossie had ever considered?
Does Jossie and her partner plan on raising their child gender neutral?
What is social infertility?
What is the best way you can support someone going through IVF and/or infertility issues?
And so MUCH MORE
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by KiwiCo:
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Where are you Pelvic Floor? (post-partum pelvic floor issues) - with Ruth, physiotherapist

In our 173rd episode of Beyond the Bump, we chat with Ruth. Ruth is a physio from Exhale Physiotherapy and she chats to us all about postpartum pelvic floor - what’s normal, what to look out for, what are issues and what can be done about them! We hope you enjoy!!!
Is it called the pelvic floor because it feels like our insides are on the floor postpartum?
What is the pelvic floor?
What if your pelvic floor is tight before giving birth, is that going to make you tear faster during birth? 
Does anyone go from a ‘normal’ pelvic floor to a ‘too tight’ one postpartum?
We all know that our pelvic floor feels very foreign postpartum, but how do we know what it’s meant to feel like after giving birth versus being concerned because what we’re experiencing is outside what should be expected postpartum?
What are some things in birth that can put us at greater risk of having pelvic floor trauma?
The word episiotomy is thrown around a lot — why are they done and how do we recover from them?
Is our pelvic floor completely intact post c-section?
Should we all see a  pelvic floor physio postpartum? And approx. how much would it cost?
Should everyone be doing their kegel exercises? And how do we know we’re doing them correctly?
Prolapse — what is it and what are we looking for?
There’s conflicting information regarding menstrual cups and what the suction can do to our cervix? Should we be avoiding them postpartum?
If we have a mild prolapse but it’s not severe enough to have surgery, are there any tools we can use to make us feel more comfortable day to day?
Why is surgery controversial when it comes to prolapse?
Bladder leakage — what are realistic expectations? 
Stress incontinence — what can we do?  
Top tips for getting back into exercise postpartum
Tips for enjoying sex again postpartum
Abdominal separation — is this something we should be worried about?
And so MUCH MORE!
 
Resources mentioned:
Bowl shaped menstrual cups: 
Nixit @letsnixit
Hello Period @helloperiodco
www.exhalephysio.com.au
@exhale_physiotherapy 
Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski Ph.D
 
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, just like you! A place to have real conversations with honest and authentic people.  
Follow us on Instagram at @beyondthebump.podcast to stay up to date with behind the scenes and future episodes. 
 
This episode of Beyond the Bump is brought to you by Bae the Label:
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Head to baethelabel.com and use code BTB15 for 15% off all full price items! 
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