On Episode 203 of Beyond the Bump, we're joined by Andrea from Leor to delve into the topic of school readiness. When Soph posted that Poppy was starting school, a lot of our listeners wrote in asking, How do you know if your little one is ready for school? 
We understand that school readiness is child dependent, and not everyone has a choice. However, our episode aims to provide insights and practical tools for those embarking on this important transition. 
Join us for a discussion as we explore ways to assess your child's readiness for school and help them prepare for this exciting new chapter.
 
Resource links:
leor.com.au
 
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School readiness - what does being ready for school even look like? - with Andrea, from Leor

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. This podcast is targetted at mums, just like you. A place to have real discussions and ask real questions (no matter how hard) with honest and authentic people. The aim is to have you feeling lighter, more supported and more understood after each listen.

Kids & Family

Parenting

Welcome to Episode 236 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we chatted to Maggie Chretien about a much requested topic: how do you know when to add another child to your family, whether it's going from two to three or any other number for that matter?
Things got a bit heated during this episode, and to be honest, we're not sure where we landed on the issue. But hey, we hope you enjoy it!!
 
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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This episode is proudly sponsored by QV Baby!
QV Baby products are recommended by Pediatricians so you know they have been tried and tested by the very best in the biz! Head to your local Coles, Woolies or pharmacy to pick up your QV Baby products!

Hey Google, Should I have a third child?! - with Maggie Chretien

Welcome back to all our beautiful Bumpies listening! We hope you’ve missed us. This episode is going to be an absolute mixed bag—or as we like to call it, "raw dogging it"! 
You guys have sent us some questions you want answered as we discuss some topics we're eager to dive into. It’s been a while since we've given an update, and we suppose not much and yet everything has changed for both of us since then. 
As always, we hope you enjoy this 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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This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto!
iL Tutto have gifted all Bumpies 20% off the entire CoZee range, including all these amazing features and the stylish accessories to match. Just use the code CoZeeMums at checkout!

Would you say this is a raw dogging episode?! - with Sophie & Jayde

Welcome to Episode 234 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're chatting with Rachel Baker, the founder of LBDO, all about sex and intimacy. We reckon these topics are huge parts of parenthood often brushed under the rug, leading to heaps of shame and guilt.
Our Bumpies have flooded us with questions about sex and intimacy, so we're tackling them head-on. Questions like, "Help! I feel like I've totally lost my libido post-kids. Will it ever come back?" Or "What do you do when you and your partner have mismatched sex drives?"
We hope you enjoy this episode!
Resources:
LBDO
Emily Nagoski
 
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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This episode is proudly sponsored by LBDO!
LBDO has given our listeners an exclusive 15% off to celebrate their sexual wellness. Just use code BTB15 when you checkout at www.lbdo.com. 
Whether you’re reigniting flames or exploring new territories, it’s time to give yourself some love!

Sex toys: where do we even begin?! - with Rach, from LBDO

Welcome to Episode 233 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're chatting with Tracey from Holistic Sleep Mumma. This time around, we're diving into the world of coping with sleep deprivation without going down the sleep training route. We'll explore those in-between options, because hey, you don't have to suffer through exhaustion, and you don't have to jump straight into sleep training either. There's a middle ground, and we're here to help you find it!
Hope you enjoy this episode!
 
Resources:
Holistic Sleep Mumma
Co-sleeping with your baby | Red Nose Australia
*Mami Mode is available to purchase via rattlestyle.com. It’s a shoppable PDF that helps you curate your “mum uniform”. It’s suggestions of clothes to buy and outfits you can choose between for your Monday - Friday mum life. I launch them on the first of each month. This will just be for my April one!
 
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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This episode is proudly sponsored by Care for Kids!
If you're genuinely feeling lost or anxious about finding the perfect care for your little ones, give Care for Kids a go!
Head to careforkids.com.au to check it all out!

If I choose not to sleep train, will my baby ever sleep? - with Tracey, Holistic Sleep Mumma

BEHIND THE BUMP - In today’s very special season finale we sit down with Ceci Jeffries, and ask her all the questions you want to know about emotional health when trying to conceive yourself, and how to help your friend who is going through a rough time when TTC!
What is a good response to “at least you know you can get pregnant”?
How can we emotionally take care of ourselves after bad news: a negative test, a failed transfer, a miscarriage?
How does secondary infertility feel different to primary?
How can we keep our intimacy/sex life going when dealing with prolonged TTC?
How can we cope in the TWW?
What is the best way to support a friend in the trenches?
What’s the most considerate way to share your pregnancy news with a friend who is struggling to fall pregnant?
And so much more!
 
Hosts: La & Sophie
 
A huge thank you to all our incredibly brave guests this season, and our legendary, supportive audience - the bumpies! We will be back after this short break!
 
Resources:
The Fertility Collective
Pink Elephants Support Network
 
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
 
Behind the Bump is proudly sponsored by Ovunet Fertility!
I'm so happy to let our beautiful listeners know that Ovunet has given you all a 10% discount for your first treatment cycle! 
The initial consultation is also free of charge and further appointments and testing are not only eligible for bulk billing but are shared with your current GP for seamless care.
Exclusive BTB Ovunet link: https://www.ovunetfertility.com/btb

School readiness - what does being ready for school even look like? - with Andrea, from Leor

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