By Hannah Hellyer & Emma Mytka
An award winning podcast created to share more informative, relatable and real conversations about pregnancy, birth, parenting and life after children.
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The podcast currently has 218 episodes available.
Bonus ep!! Last night we attended the Australian Podcast Awards for our nomination for Baby Brain in the parenting category! Sadly we didn't take it home this year, but we had the best time getting all glammed up and hanging with some other amazing podcasters.
Tune in to listen to all the goss in our quick 10 minute rundown, recorded at the crack of dawn this morning while we were still a little dusty from last night 🤣
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This week is Perinatal Mental Health Week, and we're joined by one of our lovely listeners who tells us her story of experiencing mental health challenges in the perinatal period. This mum thought she was suffering the 'baby blues' - but soon realised it was much more. She tells us about the strain this placed on her marriage, and how she found her way back to hope.
If you have a story you'd like to tell anonymously, we'd love to hear from you. Send us a message on instagram @babybrain.podcast or via email [email protected] We will keep all of your details completely anonymous and confidential.
Free support is available via the PANDA Helpline on 1300 726 306 (9am-7:30pm Monday-Friday and 9am - 4pm Saturday) or panda.org.au.
PANDA also offers an online mental health checklist for new and expecting parents to check for possible signs of perinatal anxiety, depression, and well-being concerns.
PANDA has recently launched an online chatbot to help new parents navigate PANDA's resources and exercises to support them through the perinatal journey.
If you want to keep up to date with all things Baby Brain, make sure to follow us on socials
Instagram: @babybrain.podcast
Tiktok: @babybrainpodcast
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Merch available at www.babybrainpodcast.com.au
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This week is perinatal mental health week, and we’re sharing an incredible chat with Julie Borninkhof, CEO of PANDA.
Julie talks us through some of the challenges parents face during pregnancy and postpartum, how we can support our friends and family who might be in this situation, and what support services we could access through PANDA.
Julie Borninkhof is PANDA CEO and a recognised leader in the primary health sector. Julie is a Clinical Psychologist who has worked across primary and tertiary settings, namely with people from vulnerable and diverse communities. She is passionate about ensuring that people’s lived experience informs the development of progressive services and supports.
For anyone in need of support, please see the below info on the amazing services PANDA provides:
Free support is available via the PANDA Helpline on 1300 726 306 (9am-7:30pm Monday-Friday and 9am - 4pm Saturday) or panda.org.au.
PANDA also offers an online mental health checklist for new and expecting parents to check for possible signs of perinatal anxiety, depression, and well-being concerns.
PANDA has recently launched an online chatbot to help new parents navigate PANDA's resources and exercises to support them through the perinatal journey.
Follow PANDA on social media @pandanational
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by Once Upon, the most incredible photo printing and photo book printing service to help you create lifelong memories and stories.
Are you struggling with Christmas present ideas? Well there is one gift that everyone wants, even if they don't know it yet! A gift so personal and thoughtful you'll be the number one gift giver this Christmas season, using Once Upon.
It's as simple as downloading the Once Upon App or using the Once Upon web browser to begin creating beautiful photo books and prints that will last a lifetime. You just download the app, sync the app with your photos and start selecting.
You can easily change layouts, cover photos and even add text if you wanted to tell more of the story or write a special note for someone to keep and read forever. One of the coolest features is that you can even co-create a photobook with someone else by simply sending them a private link to your photobook and voila! all your family photos are combined!
Head to onceupon.photo or download the Once Upon app and use the code babybrain25 for 25% off until December 17th.
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This week we’re joined by the beautiful Lisa Messenger and Sarah Megginson who share their story of friendship, connection and surrogacy. Lisa speaks about her infertility journey, how Sarah had offered to be a surrogate, what that process involved and how they navigated it all together as best friends! We hear all about the pregnancy and birth of the beautiful baby Hugo, and what life looks like now as a modern family.
Lisa Messenger is the vibrant, game-changing founder and CEO of The Messenger Group, and founder and editor-in-chief of Collective Hub™. Lisa has authored over forty books, produced 55 issues of a magazine which was distributed in 37 countries. She is an international speaker and passionate humanitarian. She is now the proud and doting Mama Bear to Hugo.
Sarah Megginson has 20 years' experience in property and financial journalism. She's a seasoned lifestyle columnist and editor, with bylines in Cosmopolitan, Marie Claire, Mamamia and Kidspot, and she's ghost-written or edited more than 30 non-fiction books. An expert in personal finance, she's a regular media commentator, appearing weekly on TV, radio and in digital and print media. Mum to Lila, Noa and Jesse, Sarah is a passionate advocate for financial literacy and is all about making money easy – especially for women and kids!
Friends for over a decade and now chosen family, Lisa and Sarah's friendship began as a working relationship. Collaborating across many projects, their professional relationship developed into a deep friendship. Both passionate storytellers who believe in the power of kindness and doing good in the world, Lisa and Sarah are responsible for 70 books between them. In The Power of Two, their new book about their surrogacy journey, they seek to inspire and motivate others.
To purchase your copy of The Power of Two, head to:
https://www.panterapress.com.au/product/the-power-of-two/?srsltid=AfmBOordPyM95DoYr1x1M342-m0SnH-k4U4XwMc09iK-CWbtIS1_FzWs
Follow Lisa on Instagram: @lisamessenger
Follow Sarah on Instagram: @sarahmegginsonmoney
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by Il Tutto, Australia's go to brand for high-quality, stylish and functional ergonomic nursing chairs. With a range of gliders, recliners, electric recliners and rocking chairs providing parents with the support your body needs, they make your feeding journey more relaxing and enjoyable. The right nursing chair can truly transform the feeding experience.
Not only does Il Tutto have the best and largest range of nursing chairs they have an array of award-winning products, including the CoZee Bedside Co-Sleeper Bassinets, chests, change tables, baby cots, and bedding. Their industry-leading collection is made from premium fabrics ensuring ultimate comfort and support for parents as they embark on their feeding, bonding, and sleep journey with their little ones.
Emma has an Il Tutto nursing chair and swears by it! To add comfort and style to your nursery or bedroom check at Il Tutto at iltutto.com.au or on instagram @iltutto and use the code babybrain20 for 20% off until November 18th.
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We all know how important naps are, and it can seem like rocket science at times trying to figure out ideal wake windows, perfect nap environments and helping our bubs to self settle. This week we’re chatting with the amazing Kristy Griffiths, better known as the Sleep Teacher!
Kristy talks us through why naps are so important, how to plan for the perfect nap schedule, tips for non-contact naps and settling in the cot, signs our little ones need to drop a nap and so much more!
Kristy Griffiths is a certified child and infant sleep consultant and Mum of 3. She knows how debilitating sleep deprivation can be and also knows that consistent broken night sleep doesn't have to be your normal. Herself and her team have helped over 30,000 families worldwide and are here to help you too.
For more information on Kristy and her team, head to:
Www.thesleepteacher.com.au
@thesleepteacher
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by The Night Owl. One of Australia’s leading wearable breast pumps here to support your breastfeeding journey. The Night Owl have you covered with their incredible hands-free wearable breast pump with hospital grade suction giving you the freedom to express milk wherever and whenever you need. With an LED screen and timer it's never been easier to track your pumping sessions! It has 15 adjustable suction levels and 4 modes, making it so easy to pump whenever you need to!
To Purchase your breast pump from The Night Owl head to thenightowl.com.au or check them out on Instagram @thenightowl_breastpumps and use the code BABYBRAIN15 for $15 off.
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WTAF!? Controversial topics in bite sized portions. When you only have time for a quick fix, but you’re wanting something spicy!
This week we’re talking about an IG post Hannah saw recently, about people reflecting on their wins. We discuss whether it’s good to be showcasing all the positives in your life, or if it can be a little bit insensitive in the current economic environment. Should we have to hide our achievements incase they make other people upset, or should we be able to post what we like?
This one was a bit of a rant, we’re very keen to see your opinions! Take a listen and let us know below.
This week is sponsored by The Night Owl. The Night Owl have you covered with their incredible hands-free wearable breast pump with hospital grade suction giving you the freedom to express milk wherever and whenever you need. With an LED screen and timer it's never been easier to track your pumping sessions! It has 15 adjustable suction levels and 4 modes, making it so easy to pump whenever you need to!
To Purchase your breast pump from The Night Owl head to thenightowl.com.au or check them out on Instagram @thenightowl and use the code BABYBRAIN15 for $15 off.
If you want to keep up to date with all things Baby Brain, make sure to follow us on socials
Instagram: @babybrain.podcast
Tiktok: @babybrainpodcast
Facebook: Baby Brain Podcast
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This week we’re chatting to the amazing, fun and hilarious Kayla Brannan! We asked Kayla’s followers what burning questions they have for her, and put them into a quick fire ep! This was loose and hilarious, (just the way we like it) with many lols in between!
Here are the questions we asked Kayla in this episode:
Kayla is a Mum to Frankie, partner to the lovely Matt, co-founder and owner of MUMBUB loyalty. Kayla shares hilarious content online around family life, grocery bills, fashion, lifestyle and so much more!, Her accounts have been blowing up over the past 12 months as she puts a funny and relatable spin on everything she shares online.
To follow Kayla and her business MUMBUB Loyalty, head to the links below:
instagram.com/kaylajbrannan
tiktok.com/@kaylajbrannan
MUMBUB Loyalty: mumbubloyalty.com.au
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by The Night Owl. One of Australia’s leading wearable breast pumps here to support your breastfeeding journey. The Night Owl have you covered with their incredible hands-free wearable breast pump with hospital grade suction giving you the freedom to express milk wherever and whenever you need. With an LED screen and timer it's never been easier to track your pumping sessions! It has 15 adjustable suction levels and 4 modes, making it so easy to pump whenever you need to!
To Purchase your breast pump from The Night Owl head to thenightowl.com.au or check them out on Instagram @thenightowl_breastpumps and use the code BABYBRAIN15 for $15 off.
If you want to keep up to date with all things Baby Brain, make sure to follow us on socials
Instagram: @babybrain.podcast
Tiktok: @babybrainpodcast
Facebook: Baby Brain Podcast
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week we’re chatting with the amazing Gen Muir on how to set boundaries with our children! We discuss what a boundary is, what age it might be appropriate to set these, the best way to communicate boundaries and enforce them, as well as how to work through situations where our kids push against boundaries.
Gen Muir is an Obstetric Social Worker, Parent Educator, author, LEGO DUPLO ambassador and mum to four boys. With a deep passion for early childhood development, she is dedicated to supporting families, caregivers, and educators during the crucial early years.
To learn more about Gen or purchase her book “Little people, big feelings”, head to the links below:
Instagram: @connectedparentingau
Website: https://www.connectedparenting.com.au/
Book link: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781761560743/
Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/beyond-the-chaos/id1718487840
https://open.spotify.com/show/6sw0Mdcj37nU0CVGXOIsU0
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by Mumma Etc. stylish and comfortable linen baby carriers to make motherhood that much easier! Use the code BabyBrain15 for 15% off.
Mumma Etc.'s baby carriers are designed with years of babywearing knowledge to produce comfortable and supportive carriers (for both mum and baby). All of their carriers are made of 100% linen which is soft, natural and hard wearing. It's cool against the skin, moisture wicking, hypoallergenic and antibacterial.
Their patterns and designs are super stylish yet still minimalistic to fit seamlessly into mum's wardrobes. Mumma etc carriers can be used from newborn at 3.6kg to toddlerhood allowing baby to face both inwards and outwards with an adjustable base that adapts as your baby grows.
We've all had those carriers that just don't sit quite right, or don't feel like they're secure enough to keep bub tight and comfortable, which is why Mumma Etc's carriers have been designed with a combination of wide shoulder straps along with a cross back style to ensure even weight distribution. This makes baby wearing so much more comfortable, supporting you to be hands free but also supporting your back while keeping your baby correctly supported too. Mumma Etc.'s Daily Carrier has sold out 10 times since its release last year, sparking buzz among mums for its perfect mix of clever design, comfort and style. To purchase one of their stylish, comfortable and sell out carriers head to mummaetc.com or @mumma_etc on instagram and use the code BabyBrain15 for 15% off.
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This week we have the amazing Rachel Weinstock on the podcast to discuss all things bullying. We talk about what signs to look out for in our children, some strategies to use if your child is being bullied, how to approach this with their educators, what to do if your child is the bully, and so much more! This was one of our favourite episodes, and even if your child isn’t school age yet, Rachel shares some wonderful insights and tips that can be used to encourage respectful play and interactions at all ages.
Rachel Weinstock is the author of “Be Who You Needed”, a book that is designed to be a guide for parents, educators, and caring adults who want to help young people transform their emotional well-being, self-confidence and happiness. She is also an educator with over 20 years experience, a Bullying Transformational Coach for Pre-Teens and Teens as well as a Anti-Bullying Speaker & Advocate.
She holds Degrees in Visual Arts & Education, and was awarded the James W. Fair Leadership Award from the Ontario Institute For Studies In Education.
Rachel’s mission is to create a world where every child feels happy, confident, and safe, and her approach to working with young people is deeply impactful because of her lived experience of being bullied as a child and teenager.
To learn more about Rachel, head to the links below:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachelweinstock_/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rachelweinstock_
Parent Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/caringadults/members/
Purchase the ebook:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JuWURIbx_IRfWaFH_94payAC1HIv50kW/view
Lead Magnet that link to my Bullying Prevention Kit (A guide for parents of children who are being bullied in the school system):
https://rachelweinstock.aweb.page/p/38a3d924-c15e-4100-9dd3-e95592f1bd06
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by Mumma Etc. stylish and comfortable linen baby carriers to make motherhood that much easier! Use the code BabyBrain15 for 15% off.
Mumma Etc.'s baby carriers are designed with years of babywearing knowledge to produce comfortable and supportive carriers (for both mum and baby). All of their carriers are made of 100% linen which is soft, natural and hard wearing. It's cool against the skin, moisture wicking, hypoallergenic and antibacterial.
Their patterns and designs are super stylish yet still minimalistic to fit seamlessly into mum's wardrobes. Mumma etc carriers can be used from newborn at 3.6kg to toddlerhood allowing baby to face both inwards and outwards with an adjustable base that adapts as your baby grows.
We've all had those carriers that just don't sit quite right, or don't feel like they're secure enough to keep bub tight and comfortable, which is why Mumma Etc's carriers have been designed with a combination of wide shoulder straps along with a cross back style to ensure even weight distribution. This makes baby wearing so much more comfortable, supporting you to be hands free but also supporting your back while keeping your baby correctly supported too.
Mumma Etc.'s Daily Carrier has sold out 10 times since its release last year, sparking buzz among mums for its perfect mix of clever design, comfort and style. To purchase one of their stylish, comfortable and sell out carriers head to mummaetc.com or @mumma_etc on instagram and use the code BabyBrain15 for 15% off.
If you want to keep up to date with all things Baby Brain, make sure to follow us on socials
Instagram: @babybrain.podcast
Tiktok: @babybrainpodcast
Facebook: Baby Brain Podcast
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Mandy Richardson is back!! We’re so excited to chat with Mandy again on the podcast (for the third time!) to talk all about dealing with ‘defiance’ or counterwill in our kids.
Mandy gives us some great tips and insights on what to do in these situations, and also talks us through why this behaviour is normal and age appropriate.
Mandy is a toddler development specialist and the Director of Raise Toddlers. She loves decoding toddler behaviours for parents and helping shed light on practical ways to support their toddlers, while staying sane themselves!
To learn more about Mandy and Raise Toddlers, head to the links below:
https://raisetoddlers.com.au/membership/
Instagram @raisetoddlers
This week’s sponsor:
This week is sponsored by Il Tutto, Australia's go to brand for high-quality, stylish and functional ergonomic nursing chairs. With a range of gliders, recliners, electric recliners and rocking chairs providing parents with the support your body needs, they make your feeding journey more relaxing and enjoyable. The right nursing chair can truly transform the feeding experience.
Not only does Il Tutto have the best and largest range of nursing chairs they have an array of award-winning products, including the CoZee Bedside Co-Sleeper Bassinets, chests, change tables, baby cots, and bedding. Their industry-leading collection is made from premium fabrics ensuring ultimate comfort and support for parents as they embark on their feeding, bonding, and sleep journey with their little ones.
Emma has an Il Tutto nursing chair and swears by it! To add comfort and style to your nursery or bedroom check at Il Tutto at iltutto.com.au or on instagram @iltutto and use the code babybrain20 for 20% off until November 18th.
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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