No woman can say motherhood hasn’t changed her.. but every mother’s story is different. We’re here to unpack it all, with the hope you might see a bit of yourself and feel less alone. Think of us as a mother’s group in your ears.. some beautiful storytelling, a bit of learning, and a whole lot of laughter. We’ll chat with some inspiring people, share about our own journey from maiden to mother, and give you a platform to do the same because.. we’re all changed now we are mums. This is How Motherhood Changed Me...
This is The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this episode: Victorian schools set to teach the hard truths of colonisation historyAn emotional mother after her kids were found, 4 years after being kidnapped by their dadThe Aussie children's book that has US President Donald Trump seeing redA new report flags why some parents are raising kids without a ‘village' of supportAnd do children belong in First Class?How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
What happens when the biggest week of your career collides with the biggest week of your life?For former Australian sprinter turned filmmaker Jane Larkin, it meant welcoming her baby girl into the world while her debut film The Edge premiered on Netflix. Behind the highlight reel though, was a pregnancy marked by hyperemesis gravidarum, endless hospital stays, a traumatic birth, and a rocky recovery.Jane's initiation into the unpredictable realities of motherhood is a reminder that every mum has her own story.Follow Jane on Instagram.Learn more about her movie The Edge.This season of How Motherhood Changed Me is made possible with the support of Fertility SA powered by Genea - walking alongside families through the very first steps of their journey to parenthood.This episode is brought to you by KX Pilates, Australia's leading reformer Pilates studio. Because taking time for yourself isn't selfish, it's essential. Try KX with 5 reformer Pilates classes for just $60 and discover dynamic 50-minute full-body workouts that fit your life.Hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
This is The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this episode: Mums' superannuation gap could finally be fixed A toddler mistakenly handed to the wrong person at childcareMelatonin gummies banned after a spike in child overdosesThe link between house prices and Australia's falling birth rateAnd Robodebt families win big How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Some days motherhood just hits you… the exhaustion, the overwhelm, the constant juggling. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, breathwork coach and mother-mentor Jaclyn Carlson guides a reset you can follow along with at home, helping you pause, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.We explore the mental load, matrescence, and small, practical exercises that can change how you feel, and how you mother, in moments. Follow Jac on Instagram.Check out her website here especially her incredible freebie resources here.This season of How Motherhood Changed Me is made possible with the support of Fertility SA powered by Genea - walking alongside families through the very first steps of their journey to parenthood.This episode is brought to you by KX Pilates, Australia's leading reformer Pilates studio. Because taking time for yourself isn't selfish, it's essential. Try KX with 5 reformer Pilates classes for just $60 and discover dynamic 50-minute full-body workouts that fit your life.Hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
This is The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this episode: A former AFL star leading with courage for the next generationTragedy on a Victorian school busDaniel's Law, giving parents more power to protect their kidsShould men be paid to donate sperm in Australia?And Uber for teens, taking pressure off the taxi of mum and dadHow Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
What does life look like as a solo mum of four? In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Bronte Edmunds aka @journeyofanhonestmum opens up about the end of her nine-year marriage, rediscovering herself, and learning how to survive in the beautiful chaos of single motherhood.It's an inspiring chat that will encourage you to choose the hard thing you know deep down is best for you and your family.This season of How Motherhood Changed Me is made possible with the support of Fertility SA powered by Genea - walking alongside families through the very first steps of their journey to parenthood.This episode is brought to you by KX Pilates, Australia's leading reformer Pilates studio. Because taking time for yourself isn't selfish, it's essential. Try KX with 5 reformer Pilates classes for just $60 and discover dynamic 50-minute full-body workouts that fit your life.Hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
This is The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this episode: An AFL slur and the chats mums can't avoidA baby's body found in a stormwater drainShould smacking be banned in Australia?NDIS changes for children with developmental delaysAnd Book Week is over for another yearHow Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
As a child, Sean Szeps dreamed of being a mum. Today, he's a dad of twins, a husband, and the author of 'Not Like Other Dads.'In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Sean takes us inside his surrogacy journey, the unexpected shifts of fatherhood, and what it's like raising twins while throwing out the traditional parenting rulebook.This is the Sean behind the Instagram jokes… candid, reflective, and honest, showing what his fatherhood really looks like beyond the laughs.Follow Sean on Instagram.Get his book here.This season of How Motherhood Changed Me is made possible with the support of Fertility SA powered by Genea - walking alongside families through the very first steps of their journey to parenthood.Hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
This is The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this episode: A failing childcare system needs to be fixed A win for families juggling bills and other cost of living pressures A conversation starter with your GP after a surprising new ADHD study The Aussie teen chasing his US football dreams tugs at mums' hearts everywhere A water safety wake-up call for families& national science week is the perfect time to talk to your kids about how some families get their start. Fertility SA says with 1 in 16 Aussie babies now born with the help of science - chances are there are more than a few at your school.Learn more about their life changing fertility care powered by Genea at fertilitysa.com.auHow Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
There's so much about motherhood no one tells you - the messy bits, the heartbreak, the shame we carry quietly… In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Maggie Chretien aka The Peninsula Mumma joins us to shatter the silence around postpartum prolapse, anxiety, and the hard truths she's lived through.Maggie's raw honesty feels a bit like a therapy session, and in sharing her truth, she reminds us all that it's okay to drop the act and lean into the chaos.Follow Maggie on Instagram.This season of How Motherhood Changed Me is made possible with the support of Fertility SA powered by Genea - walking alongside families through the very first steps of their journey to parenthood.Hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
This is The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this episode:Young Australians strike for Gaza - proving their hearts and minds are wide awakeA new plan to ease cost-of-living pressures, divides opinionA second state bans childcare staff from using personal mobile devices on the jobQueensland teachers walk out on the job, and families are right behind themThe Great Barrier Reef's worst coral loss in 40 years is a wake-up call for our kids' future& it's been World Breastfeeding WeekWe know this can look different for all families, and so does mumamoo, which is why support for all feeding journeys is central to their ethos. Founded by 4 Aussie mums, mumamoo is proud to provide a premium, scientifically developed and nutritionally complete option for your family - free from shame and stigma, and made right here in Australia. Available nationally at Chemist Warehouse and Woolworths.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
We're told baby brain makes us scattered, forgetful, a little less sharp. But what if it's actually a sign of growth? In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, journalist and author Chelsea Conaboy shares the science that's redefining how we understand the maternal brain.From the neurological shifts of matrescence to the myth of maternal instinct, Chelsea explores how motherhood changes not just what we do - but how we think, feel and connect.This is a conversation that validates the mental load, challenges the old narratives, and invites us to see the changes in our minds as evidence of adaptation, not decline.Follow Chelsea on Instagram.Visit her website.Get her book.This episode is brought to you by Fertility SA powered by Genea.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Welcome to The Motherload your weekly shortcut to the news, recapped through the lens of motherhood.In this first episode:The Gaza crisis worsens and mums are calling out the delay in actionThe screen time struggle just got more government backupNew laws are set to make safety in childcare centres, non-negotiableIncredible IVF stats show one in 16 Aussie babies is now born with the help of science& the surprising fine a Melbourne mum has copped, which is getting plenty of backlashWhen The Motherload gets too much The Whole Bowl Co has you covered with nourishing, nutritious meals for the whole family. Use code HMCM15 for $15 off your orders over $150, and enjoy!How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Motherhood can come with so much pressure, especially in those first few weeks when the world expects you to “bounce back” fast. But traditional Chinese postpartum care offers a different perspective… one that emphasises rest, nourishment, and intentional healing.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Dr Carla Brion shares the wisdom of traditional Chinese medicine and explains why honouring the first forty days can impact a woman's health for the rest of her life. She also opens up about her own experience with postpartum depression and how these ancient practices have helped reshape her understanding of recovery.It's a reminder that motherhood changes everything, and true care means honouring that change.Follow Dr Carla Brion on InstagramBooks mentioned: The Golden MonthThe First Forty DaysThe Postpartum Depletion CureThis episode is brought to you by Fertility SA powered by Genea.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
IVF has been around for nearly 50 years, but there's still a lot we don't talk about.In this episode, we're joined by leading fertility researcher Dr Nicole McPherson to unpack the science behind IVF, what's really involved, and why so many myths still stick around.From sperm health and embryo quality to success rates and timing, Nicole shares the facts every woman should know - whether you're thinking about starting a family, supporting someone on their journey, or simply curious.This episode is brought to you by Fertility SA powered by Genea.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we're speaking with Ariane Beeston - psychologist, mum, and author of ‘Because I'm Not Myself, You See', a raw and powerful memoir about her experience of postpartum psychosis.Ariane takes us into the disorienting time when motherhood didn't just change her, it completely unmoored her. We talk about what it's like to lose touch with reality in those early months, the slow and brave work of rebuilding yourself, and how she's now helping others through her work at COPE.It's an honest, powerful conversation about identity, recovery, and what happens when motherhood looks nothing like you imagined.Follow Ariane on Instagram.Read more about her book and order via her website here.Information & Support:COPE (Centre Of Perinatal Excellence) - fact sheets on Postpartum Psychosis for both expectant/new parents & health professionalsPANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) & National Helpline: 1300 726 306ForWhen - Perinatal Depression & Anxiety Helpline: 1300 24 23 22 BeyondPP - a Facebook support group for mums in Aus & NZ who have experienced Postpartum PsychosisHow Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Rob Kenney didn't have a dad growing up, so he became one for millions of strangers on the internet.What started as a simple YouTube channel sharing life skills quickly grew into something more. Dad, How Do I? is like an antidote to the usual tough-guy stuff online; practical advice with kindness at its core.In this episode, Rob opens up about his own journey, the father he's chosen to be, and why showing up, even when you don't have all the answers, is what parenting today really demands.Check out Rob's Youtube channel.Get his book.Follow him on Instagram & TikTok.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
What does it mean to raise boys who care? Who contribute at home, take responsibility and grow into good men... not just “not bad” ones?In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we're joined by Payal Desai (@payalforstyle), the voice behind the viral “No Dusty Sons” series, for a powerful conversation about parenting boys in a culture that often fails them, and everyone around them.A former teacher and mum of two, Payal talks to us about conscious parenting, gender roles, emotional awareness, and how we can all do better, even if we weren't raised this way ourselves.Whether you're raising sons or just thinking about the kind of world you want to help shape, this one will leave you reflecting.Check out Payal on Instagram and Tik Tok.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Rebecca Morse was in her mid-20s, chasing career dreams in TV journalism, when life took an unexpected turn. She found out she was pregnant.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Bec shares what it was like to step into motherhood earlier than planned, how she navigated the shift while still holding onto her ambition, and what it meant to grow up fast.We talk about identity, sacrifice, and the messiness of trying to do both: raising three daughters and continuing to show up for your career. Now, with one of those daughters stepping into adulthood (and even podcasting with her mum), Bec reflects on how far they've come and how motherhood continues to shape her.Follow Bec on Instagram.Listen to her podcast In The Genes.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Jenna opens up about something many mothers feel but don't say out loud: gender disappointment. She shares her experience of grieving the daughter she once imagined, and the guilt and shame that followed.Kerrie reads a poem Jenna wrote at the time she found out her third baby was also a boy, capturing the thoughts and emotions she didn't know how to express. Together, they explore what might be behind these complicated feelings and hope that anyone quietly carrying similar thoughts feels a little more seen, and a little less alone after listening.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Becoming a mum shifts the way we see ourselves, especially when it comes to work. For some, it's a gradual realignment of priorities. For others, it brings big, confronting questions about identity, ambition, and what's truly sustainable in this season of life.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with Gretchen Scalora, a mum of four who made the decision to leave a high-profile job - one she had once believed defined who she was - to become a “full-time mum.”We talk about what led to that choice, the space it's created, and how stepping away from paid work (while not an option for everyone) allowed her to reimagine what success and fulfilment could look like.If you've ever felt caught between career and caregiving, or wondered who you are beyond your job title, this conversation offers a grounded and thoughtful look at one mother's experience.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Amie Rohan's path to motherhood has included some of the toughest experiences a parent can face. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, she talks openly about her twin pregnancy, the heartbreaking loss of her daughter Willow, and the reality of bringing home one baby while mourning the other.We also speak about postnatal anxiety and depression, the end of her marriage, and what it's taken to rebuild - both personally and as a mum. This is a raw, honest conversation about loss, growth and finding your feet again.Follow Amie on Instagram.Learn more about Rose Nose Australia here.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
In this deeply personal episode, we sit down with our own beautiful mums, Leanne and Julie, to reflect on the women they were before motherhood, the journey of raising us, and the legacy of love, sacrifice, and identity that lives on in our families today.From the early days of nappies and night feeds to their honest reflections on watching us become mothers, this conversation is full of emotion, memory, vulnerability… and the kind of insight only a mum can offer.We talk matrescence, generational shifts, quiet sacrifices, and the wisdom they've carried, often silently, for decades. It's tender. It's raw. It's the story behind the stories we tell.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Motherhood changes us in ways we never expect… and sometimes, without even realising it, parts of who we are get tucked away for later.In the season 4 opener of How Motherhood Changed Me, we're joined by Karen Johnson; writer, speaker, and author of the new book ‘What Do I Want To Be When They Grow Up?'Karen shares her wisdom on making space for your own ambitions and finding your way back to the parts of you that motherhood may have quietened.This conversation is for every mum… whether you're standing at the edge of a new season or right in the thick of raising little ones, learning how to hold onto yourself along the way. Follow Karen on Instagram.Visit her website and get her new book here.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.This episode is brought to you by MyBudget - Australia's most trusted budgeting, debt solutions, and money management service company.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.In this one, we reflect on our chat with Lavinia Brown and the powerful topic of inner child healing. We unpack the moments that hit home and share what it brought up for us - from unexpected triggers to the pressure of trying to parent differently.Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Have you ever found yourself reacting in motherhood in ways that surprise you… snapping, people-pleasing, or feeling like a child all over again? You're not alone, and there's often a deeper reason behind it.To wrap up season 3; in this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with trauma-informed psychodynamic coach Lavinia Brown about the power of inner child healing and working through the mother wound. Lavinia shares her own story and the ways our unmet childhood needs can show up in motherhood - often in ways we don't expect.It's a deeply validating and eye-opening conversation that will leave you feeling seen, softened, and more compassionate toward yourself.Follow Lavinia on Instagram.Visit her website and learn more about her work here.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.This episode is brought to you by MyBudget - Australia's most trusted budgeting, debt solutions, and money management service company.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.The dads have changed too! In this recap, we share all our favourite bits and takeaways from our chat with chef and TV personality Colin Fassnidge. We've also finally managed to get some feedback from our husbands
We've shared so many stories of motherhood, but what about fatherhood? In this episode, we're hearing a dad's perspective as we sit down with renowned chef and TV personality Colin Fassnidge. Known for his no-nonsense approach in the kitchen, Colin gets real about how becoming a father to two daughters softened him, the lessons he's learned along the way, and the gender norms he's challenged both at home and in his career. It's a refreshingly honest conversation about parenting, breaking stereotypes, and the unexpected ways fatherhood changes you.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.This episode is brought to you by MyBudget - Australia's most trusted budgeting, debt solutions, and money management service company.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.Following our powerful conversation with Georgia Lillie - who wrote a children's book after losing her husband to cancer -we're sharing our biggest takeaways and our own experiences talking to our kids about death and grief.Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
After losing her husband to cancer, Georgia Lillie was left to raise their two young boys alone. What followed was an unexpected journey of healing that would forever transform their family.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we sit down with Georgia to hear the heartfelt story behind her children's book, My Dad is an Eagle Now.It's a powerful conversation about love, loss, and the legacy a mother creates for her children.Follow Georgia on Instagram.Learn more about her book here (by the way Georgia donates all the proceeds to cancer research!)How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.This episode is brought to you by MyBudget - Australia's most trusted budgeting, debt solutions, and money management service company.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.In this one, with the help of two of our listeners (thanks Kate and Emma!) we share reflections on our incredibly moving conversation with Jess Brockie; the mum who carried a baby for her best friend with cystic fibrosis.Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
When Jess Brockie offered to carry a baby for her best friend Bec, she had no idea it would turn out the way it did.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with Jess about the selfless act of surrogacy, and the incredible strength it took when the unimaginable happened.You'll need to have the tissues handy for this one!How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.This episode is brought to you by MyBudget - Australia's most trusted budgeting, debt solutions, and money management service company.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.We have some thoughts on mums returning to work, after our chat with Caterina Mete... the Red Wiggle who is proof that with a supportive work place, women can do it all.Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Red Wiggle Caterina Mete has been part of the popular children's franchise for over two decades. If your kids are a little older you might know her as Police Officer Beaples… but what you might not know is that behind the scenes she was longing for another title; mum. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Caterina tells us about her decision to become a solo mum, and her absolute elation when she found out she was having twins!We loved this one, and so will you. Follow Caterina on Instagram.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.We just loved our chat with netball champ and super mum Renae Ingles, and we got so much out of it that we just need to unpack!Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Netball champion Renae Ingles and her NBA star husband Joe, were already juggling twin toddlers and their professional sporting careers (on opposite sides of the world!) when their son Jacob was diagnosed with Autism.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Renae tells us she knew something wasn't right, and that's why she is so passionate about sharing their story; to help other families.It's easy to see how Renae climbed to the top of her netball game, and that determination and commitment shines in her motherhood journey too! You're going to get so much out of this chat. Follow Renae on Instagram.Learn more about her advocacy work here and here.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.Our minds are still blown following our conversation with Kirsty Bryant; Australia's first uterus transplant recipient. Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
After a life-saving hysterectomy following the birth of her daughter, Kirsty Bryant became Australia's first uterus transplant recipient.The donor was her mother.Less than a year later, Kirsty welcomed a healthy baby boy… grown in the same uterus she was!You need to hear this story to believe it!Follow Kirsty on Instagram.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.We have a lot to unpack after our chat with founder of Supermarket Swap Nabula Brdar. Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Eating well doesn't mean it has to cost you more…That's what our guest in this episode of How Motherhood Changed Us says.Nabula Brdar started out like a lot of new mums; fumbling around in the supermarket aisles trying to decipher ingredient lists and eliminate nasty additives and preservatives.She now shares everything she's learned on her hugely popular platform Supermarket Swap.We got so much out of this chat and we know you will too!Check out Supermarket Swap on InstagramVisit the websiteDownload the appHow Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF.Hear our biggest takeaways from our chat with cancer warrior Kellie Finlayson. Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note!Hang with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
At 25, with a three-month-old baby on her lap; Kellie Finlayson was told she had stage 4 bowel cancer.She didn't know it at the time but the doctors didn't expect her to live beyond six months… that was 3 years ago.In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, Kellie shares that life with her little girl Sophia is the reason she's still fighting.Follow Kellie onInstagram andTik Tok.Learn more about her work with theJodie Lee Foundation.Preorder her memoirThere Must Be More.How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates.We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram.Join our community chat group on Facebook.Visit our website.Send us an email.
Introducing our weekly bonus episode THE DEBRIEF. Hear our unplanned and unfiltered thoughts and takeaways from our chat with bestselling author of Motherkind Zoe Blaskey. Join in on the conversation on our socials or if you'd like to be included in the show share a video or voice note! Hang with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
There's guilt and then there's MUM GUILT… a heavy, impossible burden that doesn't let up no matter what you do. It's the nagging feeling that you're not doing enough or being enough for your kids, and that all your choices are somehow screwing them up. If you're a mum juggling all the demands of modern parenting, we know you get it. Zoe Blaskey is a transformational coach, speaker and bestselling author of Motherkind - and she joins us for a conversation that is going to change what you think about mum guilt and yourself. We are so excited to be back for season 3, and there could not be a more impactful opening episode! Learn more about Zoe and her bestselling book Motherkind here. Follow her on Instagram. How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
The holiday season is magical but for us mums, it's also overwhelming. In this special bonus episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we're joined by the incredible Genevieve Muir from Connected Parenting to unpack how to survive the chaos of Christmas. Gen shares practical advice on managing the never-ending to-do lists, navigating packed social calendars, and staying sane when the kids are melting down. We also dive into prepping your little ones for those big family gatherings, and tackling tricky conversations about Santa with older children. Whether you're feeling the festive stress or just want tips to make the season more joyful, this episode has something for every mum. Tune in and take a deep breath - Christmas doesn't have to be perfect to be meaningful! Follow Gen on Instagram. Visit her website. Get her book Little People Big Feelings. How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
Do you believe in mothers' intuition? That gut sense or ‘knowing' that something may be up with your child… It's come up a few times on How Motherhood Changed Me, and so to wrap up season 2 we're going to do some reflecting as we explore the topic a little more. We also speak with psychic grandma, Julie Lewin to hear her thoughts, and we look to the future and get our cards read! Thank you for being on this ride with us. Learn more about Julie and her work here. How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. With thanks to Harrison McMillan, Australia's leading recruitment firm run by women who live by values that make their mothers proud. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
Motherhood has a profound way of forcing us to face our demons… even ones we didn't realise we had buried inside. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we chat with former reality TV star, author and content creator Tara Pavlovic-Shepherdson whose life has transformed since becoming a mum of two. She tells us about the “woo-woo” therapy that's helped heal forgotten childhood wounds, how prioritising exercise and improving her diet has made her a better mum, and how proud she is of the way she's raising her babies with husband Nick. There's a reason we fell in love with her on The Bachelor; this mumma always keeps it real! Follow Tara on Instagram Check out her website & her amazing children's book! How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. It is brought to you by Harrison McMillan, Australia's leading recruitment firm run by women who live by values that make their mothers proud. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
1 in 10 women experience secondary infertility, and yet it's an issue that is hardly discussed. Chloe Jeffers is one of those women, and she joins us on this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me to shine a spotlight on this difficult and often private struggle. She opens up about the tough moments, and the unexpected ways she's found peace and acceptance with being a mum of one. Whether you're on a similar path or just curious about the experiences of others, Chloe's story offers a comforting sense of connection, and serves as a reminder that we never know what someone may be going through behind closed doors. Information & Support: Pink Elephants Genea Fertility Support How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. It is brought to you by Harrison McMillan, Australia's leading recruitment firm run by women who live by values that make their mothers proud. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
Starting a family was the furthest thing from Logan Brown's mind. As a transgender man, he was undergoing hormone replacement therapy, and was in a relatively new relationship. But despite the odds, it happened. Logan started blogging about his pregnancy journey, and quickly garnered a lot of attention… even from Anna Wintour who secured him for the front cover of Glamour UK's pride edition. His daughter Nova was born last year, and Logan joins us for this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, to chat about it all. It's a vulnerable and surprising conversation, that is sure to remind you that we may be diverse but we are not so different. Follow Logan on Instagram. Read his blog Up the Duff Man. Get his book In My Daddy's Belly. How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. It is brought to you by Harrison McMillan, Australia's leading recruitment firm run by women who live by values that make their mothers proud. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
There is such an exciting buzz around women's sport at the moment, and as we just saw at the Paris Olympics, the mums are certainly well-represented! One of those mums is Keesja Gofers… a proud member of the Aussie Stingers waterpolo team, who just returned home with a silver medal. Adding to that impressive accomplishment, is the fact she only gave birth to her daughter Teleri, last year! In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we ask Keesja what it takes to be an elite athlete and mum, how she got her postpartum body Olympics ready, and how it felt celebrating her success in Paris with her little girl. It's an inspiring chat, you're going to love! Check out Keesja on Instagram. Learn more about the Aussie Stingers here. How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. It is brought to you by Harrison McMillan, Australia's leading recruitment firm run by women who live by values that make their mothers proud. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
Paige Connell aka @sheisapaigeturner is a working mum of four who knows allll about the invisible burden many mothers carry to keep everyone happy and things running smoothly. She is a popular content creator known for her thought-provoking videos challenging social norms and championing equitable parenting… but it wasn't always like that in her home. In this episode of How Motherhood Changed Me, we find out what led Paige to her breaking point, and why she's now so passionate about sharing online. There are so many valuable insights in this chat, it's definitely one to watch with your partner! Check out Paige on Instagram and TikTok. Visit her website here. How Motherhood Changed Me is hosted by journalists Kerrie Turner & Jenna Yates. It is brought to you by Harrison McMillan, Australia's leading recruitment firm run by women who live by values that make their mothers proud. We'd love you to be part of the conversation by connecting with us on Instagram. Join our community chat group on Facebook. Visit our website. Send us an email.
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