Welcome to another bonus episode! This was recorded with Jess after her episode "What They Don't Tell You (A Birth Story)." We chat to Jess about what life is really like with a little human.

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Having children - it’s not an uncommon thing. In fact, about 385,000 babies are born each day according to the UN. That adds up to more than 140 million a year! That is a lot of women giving birth ( and we salute you!) You get the general gist of what happens right? Pregnancy, the morning sickness, the trimesters and then comes labor and giving birth. But how much do you really know?!

In this week’s episode, we invited Jess to provide insights into pregnancy and giving birth, because well…she’s done it! And she is here to tell you everything that no one ever bothers to tell you, as she shares her story. It’s something that all the research in the world couldn’t prepare you for, as every birth story is unique! So strap yourselves in, an honest conversation is coming right up!

Disclaimer – if you have a weak stomach, and don’t like the joy and miracle that is giving birth – this episode may not be for you!

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https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/severe-vomiting-during-pregnancy-hyperemesis-gravidarum

https://www.healthline.com/health/pregnancy/how-long-does-morning-sickness-last#:~:text=Morning%20sickness%20typically%20lasts%20from,they%20enter%20the%20second%20trimester.

https://www.aihw.gov.au/getmedia/f434bda2-19f9-4a6f-ba8b-71d3008d17a4/aihw-aus-221-chapter-7-15.pdf.aspx#:~:text=Since%201985%2C%20the%20World%20Health,were%20born%20by%20caesarean%20section.

https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports/mothers-babies/australias-mothers-babies-data-visualisations/contents/demographics-of-mothers-and-babies/maternal-age

https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2018-10-15/countries-where-more-than-half-babies-born-by-c-section/10370302?nw=0#:~:text=Around%2032.7%20per%20cent%20of,average%20of%2025.7%20per%20cent.

Has photoshop on social media gone too far? Today, we’re discussing a new proposed law in the UK that would force social media influences and advertisers to label their online images which were digitally edited. A similar law already exists in France, which is aimed to stop unrealistic portrayals of beauty on social media platforms. So is this the answer? We are diving into the research around it, and the impact social media is having on our well-being.

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Introducing a new segment, because everyone loves a recommendation!! This week we are throwing out some of our top recommendations for the month (things we've already done research on!) We are sharing - tried and tested beauty hacks, apps we rate, podcasts we love, books to read, tv shows and movies we've watched recently (we'll let you know if they were a hit or a miss)

Let us know you if you have any recommendations we should try, and it might just get a mention in the next recommendation episode!

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Want to know more about yourself? Well apparently, what you can from what you’re eating preferences are, and even how you sleep….but how accurate are they? This week, Stacey and Tamika discuss (or should we say, ‘have a laugh about’) the personality type studies that try to fit everyone into a box.

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You see the articles all the time, “Things People Regret in Their Twenties”. This week, Stacey and Tamika turn their attention to an article about this exact topic and discuss what are some things they have learnt so far in their twenties.

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Welcome to another bonus episode of Do Your Research! The girls welcome back Mel who unpacked her story in the episode ‘Being Cheated on’ (if you haven’t already, go listen!). Mel comes back to discuss what she went through after she had found out her partner of 5 ½ years had cheated on her, and gives some advice and insight to anyone who may have gone through (or is going through) the same thing!

Disclaimer – This episode does discuss mental illness, which may be triggering for some. Please ensure you reach out to available resources which are there to provide information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing.

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Psychologists and relationship experts have spent years studying the science of infidelity, including when couples are more likely to cheat and how it can affect them. In today’s episode, we are taking a closer look at the complex topic of cheating, and to do so, we're joined by someone who has had first-hand experience in the matter. Our guest Mel sits down with us to discuss her story of being cheated on by her partner of 5 ½ years, and the aftermath of the saga that she never saw coming!

Disclaimer – This episode does discuss mental illness, which may be triggering for some. Please ensure you reach out to available resources which are there to provide information, advice and strategies to help you manage your wellbeing.

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Everyone has bad habits, in fact, research shows that the average adult has at least 3 bad habits that they try to kick each year, but 6 in 10 people admit that they fail to quit. We are discussing some of the horrible habits that made the list, as well as some of the annoying tv habits that people have.

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Research says that four in ten people have unfollowed or unfriended someone for simply being too annoying on social media. So what is considered annoying? We found the list, and we’re here to discuss it.

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