Bread And Better Podcast

This week on Bread and Better, we're diving into a topic that's close to our hearts—mental health. If you’ve listened before you’ll know, we believe that looking after your mental well-being should always be a top priority. In this episode, we're joined by our resident psychologist, Emma Slade, to share everything you need to know about finding and seeing a psychologist. Emma’s here to answer all your questions and clear up any misconceptions about what it’s really like to see a psych. We’ll cover how to get referred, including tips on working with your GP or insurance, and explore ways to make therapy more affordable. From navigating the logistics of finding the right professional to understanding the differences between psychologists, psychiatrists, and counselors, Emma offers practical advice to help you take that first step toward better mental health.

We also touch on what to expect in a session, how to ensure you find the right therapeutic fit, and the importance of not delaying care, even if you feel hesitant. Whether you’re already seeing a psych or just considering it, this episode is packed with valuable insights and encouragement. Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews, and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement, and mindset space, and make real change.

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Guest

Emma Slade - Sport & Exercise Psychologist

Master of Applied Psychology (Sport & Exercise), University of Queensland

Bachelor of Psychology with First Class Honours, University of New England

Certificate IV in Fitness, Synergy Central

Visit: https://inmotionpsychology.com for more info 

Follow: https://www.instagram.com/inmotionpsychology?igsh=MWprMGx4em1zM3V4cg==

Read The New ABC Article Emma Features In Here - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-01/how-to-stay-motivated-to-exercise-in-winter/103771806

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex dive into 20 simple yet effective health habits you can start today to improve your overall well-being. From walking more and increasing your fruit intake to setting daily intentions and getting better sleep, these practical tips are designed to be easy to implement without overwhelming your routine. Whether you're looking to boost your physical health, improve your mental clarity, or just feel better overall, this episode provides actionable advice to kickstart your path to better health.

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Show Notes

The C Word (Calories) And Why It Doesn’t Need To Be A Swear Word - https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/bread-and-better-podcast/id1698973609?i=1000630614989

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Bread and Better we welcome Natalie K. Douglas back to the show. Nat a naturopath and dietitian, specialising in thyroid, gut and hormone healing opens up about her personal battle with anorexia during her teenage years. This candid and heartfelt conversation delves into the complexities of living with an eating disorder and the profound impact it has on loved ones. Through raw honesty and empathy, Natalie sheds light on the hidden struggles of eating disorders and the effects they have on both individuals and families. Please be advised that this episode contains discussions about mental health and eating disorders, and we encourage listeners to seek support if needed.

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions about mental health and eating disorders, specifically anorexia. Listener discretion is advised, as the content may be triggering for some. If you find the topic distressing, please consider reaching out to support services such as Lifeline or the Butterfly Foundation. 

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Show Notes

Guest: Natalie K. Douglas

Website: https://nataliekdouglas.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/natalie.k.douglas/

The Holistic Health Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-holistic-health-podcast/id1146640014

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Calling all of the women who are looking to thrive in all areas of life! From their health and well-being to showing up as a great role model for their family, friends and loved ones, welcome to your new favourite poddy! 

We are the Bread and Better Podcast, a women’s holistic health podcast where we believe that better begins with us! We talk about the relatable issues that are affecting all of our your lives right now, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously, so expect laughs and a few swear words, like chatting about life with your besties over a cocktail or a coffee. We’re your hosts Alex and Tegan, two thirty-something women with very different careers and home lives. I am Alex, a podcast producer, writer and mum of three. And I am Tegan, a personal trainer, sports nutritionist and chef, who is solely responsible for myself and a pooch named Kenny. 

Together we bring you a podcast that we are truly passionate about with the aim to help improve the lives of all the women who listen, from tips for health and fitness, mental health awareness, personal development, inspiring women’s stories and more! We have been lucky to have been joined by so many incredible women on the podcast - from surrogates to athletes, to spicy dancers and health practitioners, and women just like you who have an interesting and inspiring story to share. We have realised by creating this podcast just how incredible the women around us are - but you are going to need to listen to find out for yourself.

Bread and Better is released every week bright and early at 4 am on a Monday morning - but whether you are an early bird like Tegan or a night owl like me - you can listen anytime, wherever you get your podcasts. 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast. 

Bread and Better is brought to you by Hey Al! Productions

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Hey Al! Productions

Original Concept: Tegan Padget

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Celebrate Bread and Better's first birthday with us in this special 53rd episode 😉! Join us for some fun with our favourite segments, including red light green light 🚦and a new segment that went totally wrong but made for some truly funny, unhinged content! We also reflect on a year of growth, sharing our personal transformations, reintroducing ourselves, and revisiting our top five episodes. Tune in for a jam-packed, super-fun celebration of an amazing year!

We’d like to take this opportunity to say a HUGE thank you to everyone who has listened and supported us. We really appreciate it so much! 

We’d like to thank the following people for their contribution to our first year:

Emma Slade - Resident Psychologist

Emmy O’Neill - Guest 

Ash Williams - Guest 

Julia * - Guest 

Michelle Smith - Guest 

Kev Whittington - Guest 

Jacinta * - Guest 

Soni Tarrant - Guest 

Grace Cockatoo - Guest 

Dani O - Guest 

Bianca and Kritz (The Big Sister Experience) - Guest 

Alexis Guttridge - Guest 

Natalie K. Douglas - Guest 

Ke’ale Dorries - Guest 

Michelle Cundy - Guest 

Deline Jacovides - Guest 

Ashleigh Frazier - Graphic Design

Georgia Maddern - Helping with Apple’s Very Specific Photoshop Requests For New and Noteworthy

Maz McEwan - Helping with Apple’s Very Specific Photoshop Requests For Browse Bar 

And everyone else who has sent us beautiful messages of support and left us lovely reviews! 

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Bread and Better, Alex and Tegan welcome Deline Jacovides from Mazi Wealth for an insightful discussion on managing finances and avoiding common money mistakes. Deline, a financial planner, shares expert advice on budgeting, creating an emergency fund, and prioritising debt repayment. With practical tips on improving your financial situation and strategies for setting realistic financial goals, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take control of their money and plan for a secure financial future. 

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Guest

Magdeline (Deline) Jacovides CFP

https://maziwealth.com.au/

https://www.instagram.com/maziwealth

Disclaimer

Magdeline (Deline) Jacovides is an Authorised Representative (No. 1240373), and Mazi Wealth Pty Ltd ATF Mazi Wealth Trust is a Corporate Authorised Representative (No. 1295178), of Spark Advisors Australia Pty Ltd (ABN 34 122 486 935, AFSL 380552). Any information in this podcast has been prepared for general information purposes only and does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. It is not intended to provide commercial, financial, investment, accounting, tax or legal advice. You should, before you make any decision regarding any information, strategies, or products mentioned on this website, consult a professional financial advisor to consider whether it is suitable and appropriate for you and your personal needs and circumstances. Before making a decision to acquire a financial product, you should obtain and read the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) relating to that product, together with the Target Market Determination (TMD).

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, in their milestone 50th episode of Bread and Better, Alex and Tegan delve into the experience of being in a rut and how to pull yourself out of one. We all find ourselves in ruts at times—whether in our careers, social lives, fitness journeys, or relationships—and while it may not feel like it, there are ways to break free. Today, Alex and Tegan share their personal stories and practical strategies to help you navigate and emerge from these challenging periods. They explore the importance of acknowledging emotions, taking actionable steps, and seeking support from friends and professionals. This episode offers a compassionate and insightful conversation about feeling stuck, filled with valuable tips to help you find your way out of any rut.

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex are sharing some of the organisation hacks that they use to bring a little bit of order to their busy lives! With Alex balancing her role as a mum of three and various professional roles, and Tegan managing all of her clients and keeping track of her own health and fitness goals, they offer diverse perspectives on staying organised. From tackling housework efficiently (this is from Tegan, not Alex… IYKYK), and managing work-from-home schedules, to keeping nutrition, training, finances, and even kids in check, they share practical tips and strategies that have worked for them. Tune in for heaps of tangible advice, and join the conversation on our Facebook community to share your own organisational gems!

You can find our Facebook community - ‘Bread and Better Podcast Community’ under the groups tab! 

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Bread and Better, Tegan and Alex dive into the world of fitness myths, debunking common misconceptions that have pervaded the industry. Tegan, with nearly a decade of experience as a personal trainer, shares her expert insights on topics such as whether weight training makes women bulky, the myth that you need to shock your body by mixing up workouts, and the idea that you need to be sweaty to have a good workout. They also discuss the importance of consistency over intensity, the realities of overtraining, and the actual role of supplements. Tune in for an informative and motivating session that promises to enhance your fitness ‘journey’. Whether you're a seasoned gym buff or a newbie like Alex, there's something in this episode for everyone.

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Bread and Better, we sit down with Michelle Cundy to discuss her ADHD diagnosis and the work she puts into improving her daily life. Like many, Michelle initially thought medication would be an instant fix. In this episode, she shares her journey of discovering that wasn't the case and the additional steps she took to feel better. Michelle dives into the course she attended, the apps she uses, and the diet and lifestyle changes that have made a significant impact. This super interesting episode is packed with valuable strategies for mental health and life in general. Plus, everyone’s favorite segment, RED LIGHT GREEN LIGHT, returns with a special Millennial/Gen Z edition!

Bread and Better is hosted by Tegan Padget a qualified personal trainer, sports nutritionist, chef, and owner of the online lifestyle coaching business called Fitty Tegs, and Alex Whittington a freelance feature writer, producer, the owner of Hey Al! Productions, and a mum of three. We aim to not only discuss the issues that affect us as women - but also how the issues we deal with, and how we respond, can affect those we influence - our kids, our nephews and nieces, our siblings, our cousins, our godchildren, our best friend's kids. We are committed to opening a dialogue where we explore generational patterns in the health, movement and mindset space, and make real change.

Follow us on Instagram @breadandbetterpodcast

Credits

Hosts: Tegan Padget and Alex Whittington

Producer: Alex Whittington - Hey Al! Productions - https://www.heyalproductions.com/

Original Concept: Tegan Padget - https://fittytegs.com/

Audio Production: Alex Whittington

Guest: Michelle Cundy

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.