Beyond the Bump

💙 BYTB: Myth Busting! Breaking down fatherhood myths - with Rob Sturrock

Welcome to EP02 of Beyond the Balls. This week, hosts Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo chat with the amazing Rob Sturrock, author of Man Raises Boy, about debunking fatherhood myths:
“You can’t help at all at the start because you can’t breastfeed.”
“Pregnancy means a horny wife.”
“You have a kid now; welcome to no-sex land.”
“You probably won’t bond with your kid until later.”
“Welcome to your new dad bod.”
“Taking paternity leave is career suicide.”
“Your favorite pub has burned down.”
“You can’t do as good a job as Mom at parenting.”
Listen in to see what we think is true and what isn’t.
 
Resource links:
Man Raises Boy, by Rob Sturrock on Amazon and Allen & Unwin
Australian Breastfeeding Association
Lifeline: The Push-Up Challenge
Follow Rob Sturrock on LinkedIn
 
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!
 
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Follow @yummmchi for some cooking adventures!
 
This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by Bambi Mini Co!
Ballers AND Bumpies (I know you're listening) whether you’re looking for the perfect gift or just want to refresh your little one’s wardrobe, Bambi Mini Co. has got you covered. 
We’re thrilled to have them on board and can’t wait to share more about their products with you.

Mum guilt, am I the only one feeling this way? - with Dr Sophie Brock, motherhood sociologist

Welcome to Episode 249 of Beyond the Bump! 
This week, we dive deep into the topic of mum guilt—a feeling so many new mothers know all too well. Sophie Brock joins us to explore where this guilt comes from, why it affects us so deeply, and how societal expectations can play a role. This conversation is both eye-opening and comforting, as we tackle an emotion that’s often left unspoken but deeply felt. 
We hope you find it enlightening and reassuring and as always, we hope you enjoy!!
 
Resource Links:
Release Working Mum Guilt - use code 'beyondthebump' for a 70% discount for Mums in paid work who are looking for help with guilt. 
Good Enough Mother podcast 
 
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💙 BYTB: Welcome to Beyond the Balls!

Welcome to the debut episode of Beyond the Balls! 
In this episode of Beyond the Balls, hosts Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo, together with guest Sophie Pearce (co-host of Beyond the Bump), dive into what this podcast is all about—creating a space for dads, dads-to-be, and their partners to have real, open, and honest conversations. 
They chat about the lack of resources for dads and how this podcast aims to fill that gap by combining education, humour, and heartfelt discussions. The trio highlights the importance of supporting each other through the challenges of fatherhood, covering topics like mental load, postpartum life, and the evolving role of dads today. 
Tune in for a refreshing take on fatherhood that’s relatable, fun, and genuinely supportive!
 
Resource links:
Beyond the Bump episode with Chi, SAHD - Is it the same as being a SAHM?! - with Chi Shurn Lo
 
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!
 
This episode of Beyond the Balls is proudly sponsored by our Besties at Betty's Burgers!
Betty's Burgers is the perfect place to create memories with Dad this Father's day, so for the perfect parenting hack, head into your local Betty's restaurant and leave the cooking to the experts!

How Can We Teach Our Toddlers, Tweens And Teens About Boundaries, Respect And Healthy Connections? - With The Big Sister Experience, Bianca And Kritz

Welcome to Episode 248 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we’re joined by the incredible Bianca and Kritz from The Big Sister Experience. We're chatting about how to help our kids recognize what healthy connections and relationships look like—whether it’s spotting signs of jealousy or possessiveness, or trusting their gut when it comes to friendships. There’s so much packed into this episode, and we’re excited to share it with you!
As always, we hope you love it!
Resource Links:
The Big Sister Experience
Beyond Blue
1800 RESPECT 
 
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.  
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Bumpies On Board With Sophie - Cystic Fibrosis, PND & PNA Requiring Admission And ect.

Welcome to Episode 247 of Beyond the Bump! In this Bumpie on Board episode, we sit down with Sophie to hear her powerful story of living with cystic fibrosis and her experiences with postnatal depression (PND) and postnatal anxiety (PNA). Sophie bravely shares the challenges and dark moments she's faced along the way.
A huge shoutout to Sophie for her vulnerability and openness. We hope you enjoy this episode, legends!
 
Trigger warning: This episode discusses PND, PNA, and the emotional struggles tied to these conditions.
 
Resource Links:
Lifeline - call 131114
Beyond Blue
PANDA
Gidget 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.  
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How Can We Help Our Kids Handle Criticism? - With Kasey Edwards, Author

Welcome to Episode 246 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we're back with the fabulous Kasey for round three, and if you loved her last episodes (which were total BANGERS!!), you're in for a treat. This time, we're diving into the nitty-gritty of handling criticism—because let’s face it, we all get it, and it’s no fun! But don’t worry, we’ve got tips on how to help our little ones tackle it like pros too. 
We hope you enjoy legends!
 
Resources mentioned:
Raising Girls Who Like Themselves
Bringing Up Boys Who Like Themselves
Listen to previous BTB episodes with Kasey:
EP181: How can we raise our girls to like themselves?
EP188: How do we bring up boys who like themselves?
A FREE mini-course to teach your child to handle criticism (in just 10 minutes!)
 
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.  
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Germs, Bugs, Sickness - When Does It End? Talking Winter Bugs - With Penny, Paediatric Nurse

Welcome to Episode 245 of Beyond the Bump! 
This week, we have the pleasure of chatting with the wonderful Penny from Sick Happens. If you don't follow her on social media yet, Penny is an incredible resource for parents and a dedicated paediatric nurse. 
We dive into the sick season, discussing common illnesses, how to prepare, and handling that nerve-wracking first day of daycare. Penny also shares practical tips to help you manage sickness before it becomes overwhelming. We had a great time, and we hope you find this episode as helpful and enjoyable as we did!
Resources mentioned:
sickhappens.com.au
Follow Penny on IG: @sick.happens
Health Direct: 1800 022 222
 
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.  
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Who Even Am I? - With Yara, Psychologist

Welcome to Episode 244 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we're excited to catch up with the wonderful Yara, a psychologist who specialises in motherhood. We've had the pleasure of chatting with her a few times before. Yara runs Life After Birth Psychology, and today, we're diving into the topic of identity loss—a feeling many of us experience but don't always know how to put into words. Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation about navigating this part of the motherhood journey.
We hope you enjoy legends and we’re so happy to be back!!!
Resources mentioned:
fairplaylife.com
lifeafterbirth.com.au
 
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.  
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One And Done - Am I Truly Done?! - With Hayley, Mother Of One

Welcome to Episode 243 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we chat with the incredible Hayley about her choice to be "one and done." This is a topic many of you have requested, and we were thrilled to hear Hayley’s refreshing perspective and her unapologetic attitude towards her family's decision.
We absolutely loved this conversation and hope you will too!
Enjoy the episode!
 
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.  
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Code Red: Why Has My Period Changed Since Having A Baby? Are My Hormones Okay? - With Dr Preeya Alexander

Welcome to Episode 242 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we had an amazing chat with Dr. Preeya Alexander. Dr Preeya is a GP and we brought her on because we've both noticed that our periods and cycles have changed so much since having kids, and we wanted to understand why. Dr. Alexander breaks it all down for us, explaining what's going on with our bodies and what we can do about it. 
We learned so much from this conversation and hope you will too. 
 
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.  
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