Beyond the Bump

By Sophie Pearce & Jayde CouldwellEducation Parenting Kids & Family

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Beyond the Bump episodes

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)
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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)
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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.
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
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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.
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
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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
August 24How have we never heard of maternal ambivalence?! The conflicting emotions of motherhood - with Dr Margo Lowy, PHD & psychotherapist
Ever felt contradicted by how much you can both love motherhood yet find it SO tough, all at the same time? That combination of what seems like opposite feelings is called maternal ambivalence. To learn more, we speak to Dr. Margo Lowy PhD, a psychotherapist and researcher. She has written her latest book, Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood, and we are desperate to learn more. We discuss…
What actually is maternal ambivalence?
The paradox of feelings in motherhood
Those ‘melting moments’ in parenting
The slow ‘letting go’ of being a parent
Naming the wins and reflecting on the guilt and rage
Explaining maternal ambivalence through a handbag analogy
What would you go back in time and tell yourself as a mother?
Bringing the fun and playfulness into parenting

Links mentioned:
Get the book Maternal Ambivalence: The Loving Moments & Bitter Truths of Motherhood
Dr Margo’s website
Follow Dr Margo on Facebook
Follow Dr Margo on Instagram

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 (@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.
48 min
August 20Bumpie Group Chat: Gen Muir has joined the chat, vaping vs. old school smoking, teenage shenanigans and your date horror stories
We couldn’t go to Sydney without popping in to see our favourite parenting expert, Gen Muir, in the studio! We quiz Gen on her own personal experience of raising tween and teen boys before she joins in for our normal Bumpie Group Chat chats. This really was Beyond the Chaos! We discuss…
Teenage sons and growing water bills
Vaping, masturbation and approaching big topics with our kids
Did the old cigarette scare tactics work?
The rollercoaster of Year 9
What does the research say on letting your kids have alcohol?
Sophie and Jayde’s unhinged romantic fails
Bumpies share their *crappy* date stories
How can we not be scared when our partner is away overnight?
Links mentioned:
Check out Gen’s podcast, Beyond the Chaos
Follow Gen on Instagram @connectedparentingau
This episode is proudly sponsored by Jetstar. Their Get Onboard Sale is on now, with discounted fares to heaps of domestic and international destinations. But be quick, the sale ends 11:59pm AEST, Monday the 24th of August.
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.
45 min
August 18The First 365: What does a Women's Health Physio want all new parents to know? with Sarah Percy, Women’s Health Physiotherapist & Director of Female Physio Co.
For this episode of our Newborn Mini Series, The First 365, we speak to Sarah Percy, Women’s Health Physiotherapist and director of Female Physio Co. We ask what are the TOP 5 things all new parents should know about women’s health physiotherapy when postpartum (and beyond!) Sarah gives us evidence, reassurance and tips to care for ourselves after carrying and birthing babies. We discuss…
Bladder leakage and urinary incontinence
Breaking taboo and seeking solutions to women’s health issues
The myth of the 6 Week Check
The benefits of early movement when postpartum
Sex and intimacy after having babies
What is prolapse and reframing prolapse
Is a prolapse diagnosis forever?
Mental challenges after birth trauma
Learning your own body and limits
Should ab separation be fully closed?
Disclaimer: the advice given in this episode is general in nature - if you have any concerns, please see a Women's Health physio.
Links mentioned:
Follow Sarah on Instagram
Book an appointment with Female Physio Co

This episode and The First 365 Newborn Mini Series is proudly sponsored by Bonds, the brand that's been dressing little ones for generations.
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.
43 min
August 17Dr Becky, how can effortful imperfection help us in motherhood? Plus, deep feeling kids, relationship needs after kids & more! - with Dr Becky, psychologist & founder of Good Inside
From reading a viral Dr Becky poem on the podcast to now, we are so excited to be speaking to Dr Becky Kennedy, founder of Good Inside and clinical psychologist. She is a mum of 3, author, podcast host and renowned ‘millennial parenting whisperer’ who specialises in parenting and relationships, deeply feeling children, boundary-setting and emotional connection. We discuss…
Deeply feeling kids and the safety of familiar movies
Leaning into the reality of postpartum
Changing relationship dynamics after having a baby
What discussions can we have with our partner before having kids?
Relationship needs and how they can change
Spontaneity in your relationship
Having the “most generous interpretation”
Deeply Feeling Kids and different temperaments
Links mentioned:
See Sophie read Dr Becky’s poem about Covid kids starting school
Follow @drbeckyatgoodinside
Follow @goodinsidebaby
See the podcast, Good Inside at Dr Becky
This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Join us at The Village Walk, a free morning event for parents and their villages at The Terrace, Royal Botanical Gardens in Melbourne on Sunday the 30th of August, 9–11am.
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 14 min

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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.