Beyond the Bump

💜 BHTB: What was it like to adopt from another country? - with Tracey

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we are treated to an incredible tale of perseverance and triumph. Tracey, mama of two, shares with us the ride of her life falling in love with two babies in Rodrigues, after years of infertility. Unforseeably separated from her husband and family, sometimes without water, Tracey’s journey to become their forever mum gives shape to the words love and courage. 
 
Hosts: Soph & La
 
Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Behind the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Behind The Bump is the podcast for you. 
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Is the mental load fair in your relationship?! Doing the Fair Play cards - with Nick and Sophie

Welcome to Episode 227 of Beyond the Bump! In today's episode, Nick and I took a unique approach as we delved into the mental load Fair Play Cards.
We'll provide a proper update on our progress once we've had more time with it, but I must say, it's already making a world of difference. Although having said this, my plants are looking a little limp, so we may need to redistribute that card (haha!). But aside from that, things have been going very well and I can’t wait to do this with Jayde and Harry soon. 
It's important to remember that every family's dynamics vary, but our experience has been positive, and we're excited to share it with you. Here's to hoping you find it as beneficial as we have!
 
Resources:
Plants in a Box
recipearce.com
The Fair Play Cards
The Fair Play Book 
 
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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💜 BHTB: How did you go on after two second trimester losses? - with Alyssa

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we have the absolute privilege of hearing from mama, Alyssa Movick. Alyssa has endured an unbelievably testing path creating her family and she speaks with humour and honesty as she unveils it all.
In honour of all her children, both here and passed, we speak their names: Louis, Vincent, Iluka, Lottie and we invite our listeners to do the same. 
 
Hosts: La & Jayde
 
Resources:
My Midwives Brisbane
 
Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Behind the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Behind The Bump is the podcast for you. 
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How to feed your kids and not feel crap about it - with food scientist, Dr Emma

Welcome to Episode 227 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're joined by the amazing Dr. Emma, a food scientist, and we dive into the fascinating world of kids and food.
 
In this episode, Dr. Emma enlightens us on what our kids 'should' be eating and how to navigate the guilt and shame often associated with what our kids are eating or not eating. She also shares practical tips and tricks for achieving a balanced diet for our children while also alleviating the pressure at the table.
 
Tune in for a refreshing perspective on nourishing our little ones and fostering a healthy relationship with food. We hope you enjoy!
 
Resources:
Follow Dr Emma on IG: @dremmabeckett
 
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. 
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💜 BHTB: How did you get pregnant AFTER having a hysterectomy?! Australia’s first uterus transplant story - with Kirsty Bryant

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today’s episode we hear from an incredible mama, who also happens to be Australia’s very first uterus transplant recipient! 
Why did you need a hysterectomy?
Who donated a uterus to you?
What are the risks?
What was the cost?
Do you get a period?
Will you have it removed during birth?
We ask these and so much more! An incredibly riveting, jaw-to-the-floor journey!
 
Hosts: La & Sophie
 
Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Before the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Before The Bump is the poddy for you. 
 
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What do you do when you're "not in labour" but you actually are? - with Haidee, proud Kamilaroi woman

Welcome to Episode 225 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we've got the amazing Haidee with us. Haidee is a proud Kamilaroi person and she shares her experience having a pregnancy through the Aboriginal midwifery program. She also delves into the details of her childbirth; she discusses the challenges of feeling unheard during labour and the confusion when you're told you're not in labour but might actually be. 
Tune in and soak up Haidee's story—it's raw, real, and relatable. We hope you enjoy!
Resources:
Listen to our episode with Ellen the HR specialist on Apple or 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. 
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💜 BHTB: What are the myths vs facts of fertility and IVF? - Your questions answered part 2 - with Dr. Timmy

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we keep our chat going with Dr. Timmy - Obstetrician, Fertility & IVF expert AND Sophie’s dad! 
Should we freeze our eggs?
How often should we have sex when ttc?
Is ovulation tracking important?
Are eggs or sperm more commonly the issue?
When should we move to IVF?
How important is embryo grading?
What are the IVF success rates?
We ask Dr. Timmy these questions and so, so much more! An absolutely riveting and thoroughly informative chat! 
 
Hosts: La & Jayde
 
Resources:
Follow Dr Timmy on Instagram: @timmychippin (Let’s get him to 1,000 followers Bumpies!!!)
 
Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Behind the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Behind The Bump is the podcast for you. 
Join our Facebook group HERE

Anyone else feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Being compassionate with ourselves - with Belinda Haan

Welcome to Episode 223 of Beyond the Bump! 
This episode 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 (Coupon Code: BTB10)
 
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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💜 BHTB: What are the myths vs facts of miscarriage and infertility? Your questions answered Part 1 - with Dr. Timmy

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today's episode we chat with Dr. Timmy - Obstetrician, Fertility and IVF expert AND Sophie’s dad! 
What’s the most common reason for having a miscarriage?
Why do missed miscarriages happen?
Can stress/exercise/gluten cause miscarriage? 
Is there any link between falling pregnant easily and recurrent miscarriage? 
Is it possible to miscarry only a certain gender? 
What is the best way to prepare your body for falling pregnant?
Can we improve egg quality?
How common is secondary infertility and WHY does it happen?
We ask these and SO much more! An incredibly in depth and informative chat. 
 
Hosts: La & Jayde
 
Have sex and get pregnant. It’s easy right? Not for 1 in 6 of us. From the makers of Beyond the Bump, we bring you Behind the Bump. A place to share stories and shed light on miscarriage, IVF, infertility and more. If you’re trying to conceive, if your friend is doing IVF, or if you love a moving story, Behind The Bump is the podcast for you. 
Join our Facebook group HERE

Boss Mama: how did you juggle HG with running small businesses? PND, PNA, IVF and so much more - with Keira Rumble

Welcome to Episode 221 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're joined by the incredible Keira Rumble, owner of Krumbled, Habitual Beauty, and Mini + Me—a true powerhouse! 
In this episode, we cover a range of topics from recurrent miscarriage and IVF to hyperemesis. Keira shares insights into building businesses and navigating postnatal challenges like anxiety, depression, and postpartum rage.
A massive thank you to Keira for her openness and honesty. We hope you enjoy this raw and insightful conversation, finding connection and inspiration in Keira's journey!
 
Resources:
Mini + Me
Krumbled Foods
Habitual Beauty
Hyperemesis Australia 
 
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. 
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