Becoming Both

In this episode of Becoming Both, Tyron and I chat about what it really feels like trying to balance who I am as a person while also being a mum and a partner. We share some very real (and sometimes funny) stories about raising kids, juggling the house, and trying to stay connected in the middle of the chaos.

We get into how our love languages actually play out in real life, what we both need to feel supported, and how we deal with tricky moments without completely losing it. It’s honest, a bit messy, and very us.

I’d love to hear how other couples navigate this stuff too, so feel free to share your thoughts or send through feedback after you listen.

In this episode, I dive into what it’s really like navigating motherhood without a traditional support system or “village.” I talk about the challenges of raising young children with minimal help from family and friends, and I reflect on my own journey—growing up without my mum, having limited support from my dad, and figuring out how to do this whole parenting thing mostly on my own.

I explore how so many modern parents are in the same boat, missing the community support that previous generations had. I chat about what it means to build your own “village,” whether that’s through family, friends, or the people you intentionally bring into your life.

I also share insights from other mums and grandmothers about how parenting has changed, and how much clearer communication and mutual understanding we need across generations. And I get into the importance of both emotional support and practical help—whether that’s asking directly, outsourcing when needed, or connecting through community groups, playgroups, or online spaces.

I wrap up by reflecting on some of the real, practical steps we can take to create a supportive network, and the importance of recognising what we need and actually asking for it.

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In this episode of Becoming Both, I sit down with my first-ever guest (besides Tyron, who barely counts, soz babe, the lovely Erin Hawksworth, an Adelaide doula and mum of two. And what a wonderful chat it was!

We dive straight into her motherhood story: the highs, the heartbreaks, the healing, and everything in between. She opens up about her first birth, which was traumatic and nothing like what she hoped for and then contrasts it with her second birth, a powerful, transformative home birth that helped her rebuild trust in her body and in herself. She is beautifully open about the dark days that followed her first birth and just how unkind the thoughts in own mind can be when we are suffering with postpartum depression.

We also talk about her miscarriage and how that experience shaped the way she approached pregnancy, birth, and support the next time around. Erin is so refreshingly honest about postpartum depression and what it actually looks like when you're in the thick of it. She also shares why real postpartum planning matters (because “she’ll be right” is not a plan) and how asking for help can literally change everything.

To wrap it up, we chat through the beautiful work she’s doing now, birth support, education, postpartum care, Reiki, all delivered with her signature calm, grounding energy.

It’s raw, real, and such a powerful reminder that every mum’s story is layered and valid. I’m so excited to share this one with you.

In this episode, I’m back on the mic with my favourite reluctant co-host—Tyron. We dive into the beautiful chaos of motherhood, identity, and trying to survive a rainy day trapped inside with kids.

I chat about everything from disastrous family photo shoots to the big, emotional question on my mind lately: do we go for baby number three? My heart is screaming yes, while Tyron is… let’s just say doing the maths and feeling the stress. We unpack what a third child would mean for us, our relationship, our routines, and the two little humans we already adore.

I also open up about my previous pregnancies and the pressure so many mums feel around birth and what our stories “should” look like.

I would love to hear all about your journey when it came to a third or subsequent baby - how did you make the decision? How is it now? As always I love to hear your thoughts, feedback and how you’ve navigated family planning in your own life.

Find me over on insta @doulamarley @becomingboth and I look forward to chatting soon!

This episode dives into life after having a baby and the wild, tender, complicated world of maintaining friendships once you become a parent. I chat about my 33rd birthday celebrations - woo!- family time, little moments with the kids, and putting up the Christmas tree (the best time of the year) plus deep diving into how much my friendships have shifted over the years.

Motherhood has completely reshaped my social life, and I open up about how hard it can be to keep up with friendships, especially in a world where social media blurs the lines between connection and comparison. I share honest stories, listener experiences, and the messy truths behind staying close when everyone’s life is changing at different speeds.

We talk communication, effort, boundaries, and giving each other grace. The episode wraps up with listener questions and a reflection on how my own organization, confidence, and expectations have evolved, both as a mum and as a friend.

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In this episode of Becoming Both, Marley is joined once again by her husband, Tyron (who absolutely never agreed to this when she started her podcast) and let’s just say, no topic is off-limits. From light-hearted laughs to a few spicy debates, the two dive into everything from feedback on their last episode to Tyron’s new podcast plans and the chaos of their never-ending kitchen reno.

They share their (very honest) takes on whether the stay-at-home parent should handle night feeds, if Mother’s Day gifts are actually necessary, whether having kids really strengthens a marriage, and how gender roles play out in parenting and work. Plus, they chat about how social media algorithms mess with our heads and what it’s really like navigating modern-day marriage and parenthood.

It's a little rando, but sometimes you just need to not be so serious and let the ep take you where it takes you. Enjoy!

In this episode, I’m chatting about life after birth and how motherhood and social media seem to constantly collide. It’s such a wild mix — the pressure to “get it right,” the judgment that pops up online, and that sneaky urge to compare ourselves to everyone else’s highlight reels. I share some of your thoughts and experiences around social media (because wow, there were some good ones!), and dive into the whole “perfect mum” thing, how algorithms mess with our heads, and where we draw the line when it comes to sharing our kids online.

Of course, there’s a bit of life chat too — a peek into my week, family chaos, and our very exciting kitchen reno that’s finally happening soon. It’s a real, honest convo about motherhood in the digital age and trying to find that sweet spot between being online and being present.

In this episode, Tyron and I chat all about the birth of our first baby, Jamie and wowza, it was a lot. We go back to my first birth experience, which was pretty traumatic and definitely not what I expected. Jamie was posterior, I ended up with an epidural, episiotomy, fever and forceps (which resulted in long life pelvic floor damage) and how it all just felt really out of control.

I share how unprepared I was back then, how little I actually knew about birth, and how that whole experience eventually led me to become a doula. Tyron adds his side of the story too, and together we talk about what we’ve learned since, what we’d do differently, and why being informed and supported makes such a difference.

We also chat about the midwives and NICU staff who cared for us, the emotional rollercoaster of those early days, and just how huge that transition into parenthood really is. It’s a raw, honest look back and I hope it helps anyone preparing for birth understand the importance of not going in blind.

If we have one piece of advice, it is to DO BIRTH EDUCATION. You will never regret preparing for your birth.

In the second episode of Marley's podcast, she invites her husband Tyron to discuss the changes and challenges in their relationship after becoming parents. Marley is a doula, wife, and mother of two, who started the podcast to talk about balancing personal identity and motherhood. The episode covers various topics including relationship dynamics, intimacy, communication, and the mental load of parenting. Marley and Tyron share their personal experiences, touching on the initial struggles post-birth, the importance of communication, and the ways they support each other. They also discuss the significance of creating a loving environment for their children and maintaining their own relationship amidst the demands of parenthood.

Welcome to the podcast! This first episode will be a little intro into my life as a child, woman, doula and mother. It hopefully gives you some insight into who I am and what I am about as we enter this podcast journey together.

Future eposides will be exploring all things motherhood and identitiy, not only my self reflections but the stories of mothers around us.

I can't wait to go on this journey together and hope you enjoy the very first ep!