Beyond the Bump

By Sophie Pearce & Jayde CouldwellEducation Parenting Kids & Family

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Beyond the Bump episodes

September 28Zoë Foster Blake, how fun are your 40s?! Perimenopause, ADHD and female friendships
We are so excited to welcome mum of two, author and Go-To Skincare founder, Zoë Foster-Blake. This is a bucket list interview for us and it was jam-packed with truths, laughs and wisdom. We discuss…
How Zoë and Hamish started dating
Her transition into motherhood, interstate from her village
Do Zoë and Hamish balance the juggle of work and family?
Creativity, motherhood and a recent ADHD diagnosis
Zoë’s experience with perimenopause - mood, joint pain, relationships and HRT
“Yoga nidra is the greatest life hack”
The beauty of friendship in your 40s and just booking the girl’s trip
Links mentioned:
Check out Zoë’s latest book, Group Chat
This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight.
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
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1 hr 2 min
September 24Bumpie group chat: could it be more than ADHD, finding clothing for tweens and your most awkward tech fails
For this Bumpie Group Chat, we get together for some mixed vibes before the upcoming podcast break. For our last recording for the next fortnight, we chat about…
Sophie is off to Japan!
The podcast is off for the school holidays, from 30 Sept - 13th October
Jayde has some observations on her mental health
The 3 stages of her mental health cycle
Why is there a gap in fun tween clothing!?
Bumpies sent in their hilarious tech fails
The following services offer mental health support:
PANDA
Beyond Blue
Gidget Foundation
LifeLine: 131114
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
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TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
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If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
40 min
September 21Bumpie on Board: how did cancer change your motherhood journey? - with Jackie, mother of 2 and breast cancer survivor
For this Bumpies on Board episode, we speak with Jackie, mum of two and breast cancer survivor. After hearing her story at the Bonds Village Walk event in Melbourne, we asked her to share with Bumpies - it’s inspiring, raw and a real reminder of how important a village can be. We discuss…
Jackie’s positive postpartum during lockdowns
Reevaluating career goals after children
Discovering breast cancer at 16 months postpartum
Her journey with chemo, radiation, a double mastectomy and recovery
Health anxiety after cancer
Trying to conceive after cancer - IVF and egg donation
The inspiring dedication of her village
Pregnancy after loss and the miracle baby she hadn’t seen coming
Jackie’s tips for dealing with a health diagnosis
How to support a friend with cancer
Links mentioned:
See Jackie’s eco + plastic-free stationery brand at consciousmae.com.au
Follow Jackie on Insta @consciousmae
This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight.
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
1 hr
September 17Bumpie group chat: almost 10 things Sophie has learnt in 10 years of marriage, Jayde’s “boring” and your hilarious icks
Sophie is running late, opens a surprise present on air and we lightly roast each other… just another Bumpie Group Chat! We’re chatting about…
Sophie 35th birthday
The 10 (or 9) things Sophie has learned in 10 years of marriage
Bumpies sent in their icks and they are hilarious
Why we would swipe right on Tinder
Toilet etiquette when you’re dating
This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
42 min
September 14Ask yourself, is it working for mum? Setting boundaries with kids - with Gen Muir
We’ve teamed up once again with parenting educator, Gen Muir, to discuss boundaries. Is it a buzz word or are they vital for our parenting? We discuss…
The #1 question to ask yourself around boundaries
How societies views on parenting has changed over the decades
When boundaries can be flexible
Explaining and scaffolding the boundary
Disappointment and resilience
Executive dysfunction and boundaries
Healthy boundaries teach relationship skills
How do we ACTUALLY set a boundary?
The discomfort of sadness
The importance of modelling limits
Links mentioned:
Get Gen’s latest book, Why Kids Need Boundaries here
This episode is proudly sponsored by ergoPouch and their Organic Bedding range. Head to ergopouch.com.au and use the code BTB20 for 20% off sitewide until 13th October. Exclusions apply.
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
56 min
September 10Bumpie Group Chat: so apparently we all shift and we all sh*t
For this Bumpie Group Chat, we have done our usual where when one is up, the other is down. Andddd then we swap. We let it all out in this very unhinged episode. We chat…
Sophie’s been raging and jaw-clenching
Jayde and Harry’s DIY camping health retreat
Feeling like a burden on your village
Sophie’s offloading some of her imposter syndrome onto Raygun
Jayde’s birthday ick reframe
The shift to play dates and friendships over family
Perimenopause or scabies?
Happy birthday, Sophie!
This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies. Check out the entire range at tonies.com.au
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
35 min
September 07How powerful is art for us and our kids? - with Alexandra Lederman, art therapist
We talk a lot about emotional regulation, mindfulness and play, but it can be hard finding ways to actually DO these in our busy lives. Enter art therapy. For kids and adults alike, we speak to registered art therapist and mum of two, Alex Lederman, to learn more. We discuss…
Alex’s experience with art and art therapy
What is involved in art therapy?
The process (not the outcome) of creating
Do you have to be good at art?
What happens if a child creates dark or worrying art?
Embracing creativity for yourself
What can we create at home with our kids to connect?
How can we encourage our kids to get into art?
How art therapy has shaped Alex’s motherhood
Links mentioned:
Follow Alex on Instagram @alexledermanarttherapy
Head to Alex’s website for more information or upcoming parent workshops at alexandralederman.com
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
44 min
September 03Bumpie Group Chat: Dr Becky is the GOAT, oreogate, unhinged things kids say and a mum hack of the century
After a big work weekend in Melbourne, we are back with some glimmers, some learnings, some laughs and our undying love for Dr Becky. We dive into…
The game-changer takeaways we’ve tried from our Dr Becky episode
Oreogate! The parent’s group chat that has blown up
Do millennial parents struggle with boundary setting?
The busy mum/ADHD brain text message hack
An unconventional toddler sleep hack
The unhinged Rude or Fabulous things Bumpies kids say…
This episode is proudly sponsored by Go-To and their Very Glowy Primer. Bumpies who are new to Go-To —or haven’t shopped with them in the past 12 months — can get 20% off orders over $85 at gotoskincare.com with the code BTB. T&Cs apply.
Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
38 min
August 31Peri-menopause - WTAF?! What should we all know as we head into it? - Dr Fatima Khan - menopause specialist, women's health doctor, and founder of The Menopause Clinic
Perimenopause. It seems to have boomed in awareness and for good reason. To find out more we speak to Dr Fatima Khan about everything from PMDD, symptoms of perimenopause, when it starts and how we address it (and also how is this fair!?!) As a leading perimenopause and menopause doctor, Dr Fatima combines a holistic approach with clinical expertise to offer treatments that support mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. We ask her…
What is PMDD?
Is ADHD and PMDD connected?
How hormones impact mental health
What is perimenopause and when does it start?
The symptoms of perimenopause
How the shifting age of parenthood has compounded perimenopause
Patriarchy and perimenopause - why it isn’t a good mix
If you think you’re in perimenopause, what do we do?
What is HRT?
Did you know the most common symptom of menopause is joint pain
How trauma impacts menopause (and vice versa)
Reframing women’s health
You can find Dr Fatima Khan's book Hormone Health is Mental Health here.
In an emergency, call one of the following 24/7 hotlines:
LifeLine: 131114
Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
Your local central hospital
This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and the new iL Tutto Plus Collection. Meet the CoZee Sense, the CoZee you love now with built in sound, light and sensory support, and the Henry Plus, the nursing chair with massage and heat built in. Shop now at iltutto.com.au and enjoy 15% off as an introductory offer until 30 September.

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
1 hr 4 min
August 27Bumpie Group Chat: when depression, a yellow submarine and book week walk into a recording studio
The Bumpie Group Chat is our weekly debrief on how we are going in parenting and life. Sometimes it’s light and full of laughs, other times it’s the reality of our challenges creeping up on us. A wise recent guest did tell us that two things can be true! Today, we discuss…
Sophie’s leaning into Book Week
Jayde gives an honest mental health update
Sophie is pissed off about the state of mental health support
How do we support others struggling with their mental health?
Bumpies sent in their Parenting Pickles and we give our two cents
In an emergency, call one of the following 24/7 hotlines:
LifeLine: 131114
Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511
Your local central hospital
The following services also offer support:
PANDA
Beyond Blue
Gidget Foundation

Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce)
Come say hey over on
Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast
TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast
Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group
Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more.
If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.
We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.
39 min

About Beyond the Bump

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Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. It began in the baby years and has grown right alongside us, because motherhood keeps evolving long after the baby stage ends.