Beyond the Bump

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