I’m a parent, now what?! Parenthood, is a podcast about navigating the sweet and messy journey of parenthood. Every week join Leonie Akhidenor; business woman and mother of 2, as she interviews parents and parenting experts and shares tales of her own motherhood woes. From conversations around identity and the new found expectations of being a parent to tips on improving our relationship with our partners, mental health, sex, child routines and sleep, nothing is off limits. Every other episode Leonie brings on best friend Liv to talk all things parenting in their everyday lives as Melbourne mums. These conversations are aimed at normalising our experiences as parents and reminding us that we are not alone in this raw and crazy parenthood journey. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
I'm often asked to share on hot tips when it comes to business. I'm no business guru, just a Melbourne mum who had an idea to start a podcast, turned it into a business and had so many stumbles along the way. So this week I'm sharing some of my lessons including:
Brought to you by Axton Finance.This week I chat to Erin Phillips AFLW Hall of Fame star & Olympian about themes throughout her latest book Inside and Out. We delve into:
This week I'm sharing the ugly details about a recent fight that we had in our household. The pressure was on, stress at an all-time high and behaviour at an all-time low. So I thought who better to share this with than all of you? I delve into all of my mistakes including:
Brought to you by Tommee Tippee.This week I chat to Ash Pollard, radio & TV personality and fan favourite with so many Aussie parents. We delve into:
I've been holding out on you. There's something that we've been dealing with in our household that I wasn't even sure I'd bring to the pod.But in the spirit of over-sharing and as a public service announcement to you all, I'll divulge.For this one you'll need to tune in to get the ugly deets.Find Parenthood on Instagram: @parenthoodpodWe'd love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brought to you by Tommee Tippee.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener
Are you where you want to be?Do you ever feel the pressure of reflecting on your achievements during life milestones?Like birthdays?If you do, you're not alone. I'm hitting the mic this week to chat about where I'm at as I turn 38, including:
Brought to you by Tommy Tippee.This week I have Melina Sarris, award winning 7NEWS reporter & Jonathan, on the podcast. We chat about:
Do you believe in the power of manifesting? I recently went to Gabby Bernstein's Self Help workshop all about manifesting the life that you desire. So I'm spilling the beans of some of her key tips including
Brought to you by Tommee Tippee.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener
Brought to you by Comfy Koalas.I'm so obsessed with Married at first sight (MAFS) that I had to bring my fav cast member; Rhi Disljenkovic, on Parenthood to share in all the juice behind the scenes. This is part 2 of a 2 part series and we dive into:
Brought to you by Comfy Koalas.I'm so obsessed with Married at first sight (MAFS) that I had to bring my fav cast member; Rhi Disljenkovic, on Parenthood to share in all the juice behind the scenes. This is part 1 of a 2 part series and we dive into:
Brought to you by ergoPouch.This week I chat to Morgan Mitchell Olympic sprinter & Tom, as they gear up to have their first children, twins. We delve into:
Brought to you by Envisage Families.This week I have Rachel De Oliveira content creator and beauty influencer, on the podcast to chat about:
Brought to you by ergoPouch.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener
I received a DM from someone who is dealing with drama and it's impacting them hugely. It's all they can think about. Preach – I too struggle to handle drama and managing life. So I took to the mic in this solo ep to give advice including:
Brought to you by Toniebox.This week I have Phoebe Simmonds & Kate Casey, co-founders of The Memo; the retail store with the best brands in the babysphere, on the podcast. We chat about:
We've reached 200 episodes (I can't believe it!) and we're reflecting in this solo ep, where I delve into:
Brought to you by Toniebox.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener.
Do you find school holidays stressful too?You're not alone! In this solo episode I chat about how I (try to) manage school holidays whilst working full time, including:
Brought to you by Melbourne SkydeckThis week I'm chatting Nat Kringoudis, founder of Melbourne's #1 women's natural health clinic, author, podcaster and THE Hormone Revolutionist. Nat's answering your burning questions including:
Solo episodes are back by hot demand and this week you get an insight into our latest tiff.All about - being bloody home for dinner.Who else struggles to wait for their partner to get home, because you're starving?Who else counts down the minutes before your partner walks through the door?Who else snacks on crackers and vegemite as you wait?If this is you, you're not alone!To be let in to the organised chaos that is my life behind closed doors, tune in now.Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodWe'd love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Brought to you by Melbourne Skydeck.This week Liv and I are providing our unsolicited advice on a DM that came through from a listener:
Ever had a meltdown and nearly missed your plane?In this solo episode I chat about a recent trip to Sydney.But the drama started well before we got on the plane. If you're looking for a little laugh and an insight into our family drama, this episode is for you.Find Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodWe'd love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Discount code iL Tutto: parent20 for 20% offThis week I'm chatting Amelia (The Midwife Mumma) sleep & lactation consultant, midwife and Ambrose loved by all in The Midwife Mumma community. We delve into Amelia's book ‘The Forth Trimester' and chat about:
Brought to you by iL Tutto.This week Liv and I are discussing a DM that came through from a listener - “What do I do if I'm not attracted to my partner anymore?”We are providing our unsolicited advice on the topic, including:
In this solo episode I'm chatting about a DM that I received from a mum who is run off her feet all of the time – and over it. So what can we do to quieten the chaotic mental noise? I share in some of my ideal habits including:
This week I'm chatting Steph Prem, new mum, Olympic athlete, founder of the Studio PP training method and host of the ‘Steph Prem's Mindfulmess' podcast. We chat about:
Brought to you by iL Tutto.This week I'm giving you all an update on my first detox since pregnancy. Liv & I chat all things:
Bringing you another life update and some key tips on how to make change in our lives. In this episode I chat about:
This week I'm chatting to James & Jaimee; owners of Kennedy luxury jewellers about how they (try to) juggle it all. We chat about:
We – are – back…!And kicking off the year with a DM that we received: “how you know when you don't want to have any more kids?”We acknowledge that this is a privileged and sensitive conversation, as so many struggle to fall pregnant. However in answering the question, Liv & I give our 2 cents on the topic including:
We are back for a new season! Kicking off with this solo episode with me. I download on life to date and the real tea on my feelings by the end of last year, including:
Brought to you by FitazfkIn this final episode of our 4 part mini-series Tara Pavlovic is answering your questions including:
Brought to you by FitazfkHave you ever experience a rock bottom moment in your mental health?What about in your relationship?If you have you're not alone.In this episode, episode 3 of our 4 part mini-series Tara Pavlovic opens up about the toughest times facing post-natal depression, anxiety and a break down in her relationship. We discuss:
Brought to you by FitazfkHave you ever wondered what it'd be like to do couples therapy?Do you feel there's still a stigma around therapy in general?In this episode, episode 2 of our 4 part mini-series Tara Pavlovic opens up about the toughest times in her relationship which resulted in couples therapy. We chat about:
Brought to you by Fitazfk.How many of you are prioritising wellbeing in 2025?Keen to strengthen your physical and mental state?Tara Pavlovic has done just that.Tara joins us for a 4 episode mini-series and in this first episode opens up about her fitness and health journey after being diagnosed with PCOS. We chat about:
This week is the final episode in our mini-series with award winning expert in women's leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina.Megan is answering your burning questions including:
For our last Real Talk episode of the season, we're taking a step inside our homes and relationships and sharing with you our hottest tips for relationship maintenance including:
Do you sometimes feel you'd love a toolkit to help with the thoughts that hold you back?This week asked you, what is keeping you up at night as parents.Then we brought on award winning expert in women's leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina to help us answer some of your questions, including:
Do you feel stronger since having kids?More resilient?This week I'm chatting with Liv Brown (@rattle_style) about exactly this. We discuss her parenting journey including:
Today we're go deep and get raw about our feelings of loss and mourning the ones we love, we discuss:
Do you often hear that little voice in your head critiquing you?Saying things like ‘you're not good enough/ smart enough/ pretty enough/ together enough'?If you hear it, you're not alone.This week I'm chatting with award winning expert in women's leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina about our inner critic that holds us back.Megan is answering your questions including:
This week I'm chatting with Lisa Sarayeldin certified relationship & self-love coach about the 5 love languages. We discuss:
Brought to you by our episode sponsor GreenPan.This week I'm chatting with Jessie Stephens, executive editor at @mamamia and host of a number of podcasts including widely known Mamamia Out Load, Cancelled and The Baby Bubble. We chat about parenthood, cultural norms and expectations including:
This week I'm chatting with award winning expert in women's leadership and empowerment Megan Dalla Camina about what holds us back from reaching our full potential as. Questions stem from section 1 of the Women Rising book.Questions include:
This week Hannah (co-host of @ahotminute_withus) and Trent join me on the podcast to talk about their journey including:
Brought to you by our episode sponsor GreenPan.Do you ever have the guilts about your children not doing enough extra-curricular activities, or any at all? You're not alone. Liv and I chat about:
This week we're bringing you one of our most listened to episodes.Episode 100!Jules answers audience questions and delves into what it's really like to be a parent and put up with me on the daily
Brought to you by our episode sponsor GreenPan.This week I'm chatting with Megan Dalla-Camina, award-winning expert in women's leadership and empowerment. We delve into:
This is the final episode in our mini-series with Amelia The Midwife Mumma. We are talking all things juggling it all (or trying) including: