Be honest… has becoming parents changed your relationship more than you ever expected? Do you and your partner fight differently now? Avoid conflict? Go quiet? Or feel like you’re speaking totally different languages?

Do you ever wonder what your kids are absorbing when they see (or feel) tension between you?

You’re definitely not alone.

In this episode, Bree and Gia open up about the messy, vulnerable side of relationships after kids. They share their own relationship struggles, attachment patterns, parenting styles — and yes, their fighting styles too.

They’re joined once again by Dr. Stuart Naughten, relationship psychologist, who is back by popular demand after a previous appearance on the podcast.

Dr. Stuart helps unpack what’s actually going on beneath the surface for couples once kids enter the picture. Together, they explore conflict, silent treatment, attachment styles, emotional safety, and how two good people can keep missing each other — without either being “the bad one”.

There are plenty of laughs, so many honest moments, and lots of reassurance that differences don’t mean your relationship is broken. This episode offers hope, insight, and practical ways to understand each other better — even when things feel hard.

🎧 What You’ll Hear

• How becoming parents can fundamentally shift relationship dynamics

• Whether fighting in front of kids is damaging — and what actually matters

• The silent treatment: why it happens and what it’s really about

• A simple breakdown of attachment styles and how they show up in relationships

• How different parenting styles can create tension between partners

• Why conflict isn’t the problem — disconnection is

• Practical ways couples can repair, reconnect, and move forward with more compassion

• Reassurance for couples who feel “too different” and wonder if it can still work

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⚠️ A Gentle Reminder

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If you’re struggling, please reach out to:

• Lifeline: 13 11 14

• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): 1300 726 306

🙏 Thanks for Listening

If this episode resonated, share it with a friend or your partner — especially if you’re navigating the messy middle of relationships after kids.And if you loved it, we’d be so grateful for a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review.

Until next time — motherhood is hard, relationships are complex, and you’re not failing. We see you. 💛

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Help, my fussy kids won’t eat anything healthy!

Do you struggle to get your kids to eat anything green? Do you feel guilty when they flat-out refuse their veggies at dinnertime?

Do you ever feel like you’re failing at the absolute basics of feeding your kids?

You’re not alone. 

In this episode, Bree and G sit down with Naturopath Jessica Donovan from Natural Super Kids to unpack the pressure, myths, and overwhelm that so many parents feel around kids’ nutrition.

Jess shares what parents actually need to focus on when it comes to feeding their kids — and just as importantly, what you can stop stressing about. This is a practical, reassuring conversation designed to help make mealtimes calmer, simpler, and far less guilt-ridden.

🎧 What You’ll Hear

• Why fussy eating is far more common (and normal) than you think

• The biggest myths around kids’ nutrition that keep mums stuck in guilt

• What really matters for kids’ health — and what doesn’t

• How to take the pressure off yourself at mealtimes

• Practical strategies to support fussy eaters without power struggles

• Time-saving lunchbox hacks to reduce stress and decision fatigue

• How to build healthier habits without forcing, bribing, or battling

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🌐 Website: https://www.naturalsuperkids.com/

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⚠️ A Gentle Reminder

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If you’re struggling, please reach out to:

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• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): 1300 726 306

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December 10, 2025 marks a major turning point in Australia’s digital landscape. A world-first piece of legislation has officially raised the minimum age for social media accounts from 13 to 16, giving teens a 36-month buffer to emotionally mature before entering the online world. The hope? To curb the escalating mental-health impacts linked to social media overexposure.

In this episode, Gia and Bree sit down with Greg Attwells — father of two, Director of 36 Months, and one of the leading forces behind this groundbreaking change — to unpack what this shift really means for teens, families, and the future of digital parenting. A powerful, timely conversation every parent needs to hear.A must-listen.

🎧 What You’ll Hear

• Why Australia made this unprecedented move

• What the latest research reveals about teens, mental health, and online exposure

• What the legislation means for our kids — and for us as parents

• How families can prepare for and navigate this transition

• The potential future of the online world for the next generation

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🌐 Website: https://www.36months.com/📸 Instagram: @36monthsofficial

⚠️ A Gentle Reminder

Mum Mind Unpacked exists to inform, support, and connect — but it’s not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.

If you’re struggling, please reach out to:• Lifeline: 13 11 14• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): 1300 726 306

🙏 Thanks for Listening

If this episode resonated, share it with a friend or someone who might need it.And if you loved it, we’d be so grateful for a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review.

Until next time — motherhood is hard, but you’re not alone. We see you. 💛

🔍 Keywords

36 Months, Social Media Delay, Social Media Ban, Social Media Legal Age, Social Media Law, World-first, Greg Attwells, Teen Mental Health, Social Media Changes, 36 Months Official

Gia and Bree sit down with the incredible Dr Kristy Goodwin — neuro-performance scientist, author, speaker, and one of Australia’s leading digital wellbeing experts — for a conversation every modern mum needs to hear.

Together, they unpack why so many of us feel constantly overwhelmed by the relentless pings, dings, and demands of digital life, and why it’s not a personal failing. Our brains simply weren’t built for this level of connection, comparison, and communication.

Kristy explains the unique pressures mothers face when juggling communication overload, mental load, emotional labour, social comparison, and the expectation to be endlessly available. She also shares practical, realistic strategies to help mums reclaim control — from setting healthier tech boundaries to designing our days around true rest and recovery.

This episode is equal parts validating and actionable — a must-listen if you ever feel like you’re drowning in your devices.

• ​Why mothers are uniquely overwhelmed by digital communication
• ​The science behind why our brains struggle in a hyper-connected world
• ​How constant notifications dysregulate our nervous system
• ​Simple, realistic ways to set digital boundaries
• ​How to create rest and recovery rituals that actually fit into a mum’s life
• ​Kristy’s personal experience with burnout — and what she changed
• ​How to be intentional digital role models for our kids

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🌐 Website: https://drkristygoodwin.com/ & Spacious Success

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Mum Mind Unpacked exists to inform, support and connect — but it’s not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.

If you’re struggling, please reach out to:• Lifeline: 13 11 14• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): 1300 726 306

If this episode resonated, share it with a friend or someone who might need it.And if you loved it, we’d be so grateful for a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review.

Until next time — motherhood is hard, but you’re not alone. We see you. 💛

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It’s time for an honest catch-up as Bree and G unpack what’s really been going on — from surgery and recovery to grief, gym therapy, and family life in full swing.

Bree shares her hysterectomy recovery journey — the physical healing, emotional ups and downs, and the relief of no more heavy periods (hallelujah!). She opens up about learning to rest, tune into her body, and embrace this new season of womanhood.

Meanwhile, G gets real about navigating grief and overwhelm, and how moving her body has become her medicine. The gym has become her therapy — helping her feel stronger, calmer, and more grounded through life’s tougher moments.

And in some much-needed lighter news… both Bree and G actually enjoyed their family holidays this time! The secret? Going away with other families. Built-in entertainment for the kids, adult conversation for the parents, and a reminder that sometimes the right company is what makes all the difference.

Expect laughs, honesty, and plenty of “same here” moments that remind you that whatever season you’re in — you’re not doing it alone.

🎧 What You’ll Hear:
• Bree’s hysterectomy recovery — healing, hormones, and saying goodbye to heavy periods for good
• G’s mental health journey — facing grief and overwhelm, and how fitness has become her therapy
• The holiday hack that made travel with kids actually fun
• Real-life mum hacks for balancing recovery, emotions, and motherhood

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If you're struggling, please reach out to:
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Until next time — motherhood is hard, but you’re not alone. We see you. 💛

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In this honest and practical episode, Bree and Gia are joined by Relationship Psychologist Dr Stuart Naughten, who Bree credits with helping save her marriage!

Together, they unpack what really happens to romantic relationships after kids arrive and how to weather the inevitable “cyclone” of change that parenthood brings. With warmth, humour, and honesty, Dr Naughten offers practical tools to help couples reconnect, communicate, and stay close, even when the wheels fall off.

Whether you’re knee-deep in nappies, raising temperamental teens, or just juggling the chaos of family life, this episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s trying to stay in love while raising little humans.

🎧 What You’ll Hear

• Why parenthood shakes up even the strongest relationships
• The common “wobbles” couples experience after kids
• How to stay emotionally connected when time and energy are in short supply
• Communication traps (and how to avoid them)
• Why love languages really matter

You’ll laugh, nod in recognition, and walk away with fresh insight into your own relationship dynamics.

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🌐 Website: drstuartnaughtenpsychology.com

⚠️ A Gentle Reminder

Mum Mind Unpacked is here to inform, connect, and support, but it’s not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.
If you’re struggling, please reach out to:
• Lifeline 13 11 14
• PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) 1300 726 306

🙏 Thanks for Listening

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And if you loved it, we’d be so grateful for a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review.

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🔍 Keywords
Dr Stuart Naughten, Relationship Psychologist, Marriage Counsellor, Couples Therapy, Communication, Parenting, Intimacy, Connectedness, Love Languages, Parenthood, Relationship Advice, Surviving Parenthood Together

💬 Part of our Story Behind the Smile Series

This episode is part of our Story Behind the Smile series — showcasing the real, raw, and remarkable stories of everyday women who’ve faced deep hardships and come out stronger, using their experiences to inspire and uplift others.

🎧 Episode Summary:

This week, we sit down with the incredible Alice Colgrave — a mother of six, celebrant, and fierce advocate for women’s health — to hear her deeply personal journey of surviving breast cancer, choosing to go flat after surgery, and reclaiming her identity through it all.

Alice speaks candidly about the shock of her diagnosis, the emotional and physical toll of treatment, and why she chose to say no to reconstruction — a decision that continues to challenge norms and empower others.

She also shares how her lived experience with grief and loss, including her work as a funeral celebrant, has helped her connect more deeply with others facing hard times. But at the heart of it all, Alice’s story is one of courage, clarity, and choosing authenticity over expectation.

🗣️ In This Episode, WeChat with Alice About:

• The shock breast cancer diagnosis that changed everything.
• Complications during treatment, recovery, and her decision to go flat.
• The emotional and mental health impact of losing a breast.
• Why Alice now advocates for options and choice after mastectomy.
• The importance of communication with partners post-cancer.
• How her experience with grief and loss shaped her path as a celebrant.
• Moving from weddings to funerals — and finding purpose in both.
• How her large family upbringing helped her navigate adversity.
• Why she’s now a passionate voice for women’s health, mental wellbeing, and embracing life authentically — flat and fabulous.

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📚 Breast Cancer Resources:

• Cancer Council (Australia)
• Australian Breast Cancer Research
• Flat Out Australia
  Kokoda Centurions

🔔 A Gentle Reminder

This podcast is here to inform, connect, and support — but it's not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice.
If you're struggling, please reach out to:

• Lifeline: 13 11 14
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🔍 Keywords:

Breast cancer, flat after mastectomy, Alice Colgrave,women's health, double mastectomy, cancer recovery, mental health, resilience,funeral celebrant, motherhood, personal empowerment, Story Behind the Smile

Perimenopause: it’s the phase of life no one really talks about... until you’re in it and wondering what on earth is going on with your body and mind.

In this episode of Mum Mind Unpacked, we’re joined by Nat Kringoudis—Doctor of Chinese Medicine, acupuncturist, author, speaker, mum, and self-confessed Hormone Revolutionist—for a no-fluff, super practical, and refreshingly honest conversation about what’s really happening when your hormones start shifting.

💡 Think perimenopause is something for “later”? Nat breaks down why that’s a myth—and why your 30s and 40s are prime time for hormone changes that can impact everything from your mood and sleep to your cycle and mental clarity.

We chat with Nat about:

• What actually happens during perimenopause (and when it starts)

• The early signs of perimenopause

• What to rule out before blaming your hormones

• How to better support your body through this transition

• Why understanding your hormones is an act of empowerment, not fear

Nat brings the kind of wisdom and real talk we all need delivered with warmth, clarity, humour and zero judgment.

Whether you're already noticing changes or just want to be better prepared, this episode is your permission slip to stop guessing and start understanding your body better.

🎧 Hit play. Your future self will thank you!

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📸 Instagram: @natkringoudis
📧 Website: natkringoudis.com

🔔 A Gentle Reminder

Our conversations are here to inform and support—not to replace professional medical or psychological advice. If you’re struggling, please reach out to one of these support services:

PANDA: 1300 726 306

Lifeline: 13 11 14

🙏 Thanks for Listening!

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🔍 Keywords

Perimenopause, menopause, hormones, thyroid, mood swings, night sweats, hot flush, Nat Kringoudis

Hosts: Bree & Gia
Guest: Penny Moodie, author of The Joy Thief & co-host of It’s Not What You Think

🎧 Episode Summary

When most people hear “OCD,” they picture someone who’s neat, tidy, and obsessed with organisation. But Obsessive Compulsive Disorder is so much more — and so often misunderstood.

In this deeply honest episode, we sit down with Penny Moodie — mum of three, author, and mental health advocate — as she opens up about her experience living with OCD. From the long, confusing journey to a diagnosis to the daily struggles of managing intrusive thoughts while raising a young family, Penny offers a raw and powerful perspective on what OCD actually feels like.

Gia also shares her own childhood experience with OCD, exploring how intrusive thoughts impacted her early life and how much her journey mirrors Penny’s.

This is a must-listen for anyone who has OCD, loves someone who does, or simply wants to better understand the truth behind the stigma.

🎙️ In This Episode:

• Penny’s personal story and road to diagnosis

• The myths vs. the reality of OCD

• How intrusive thoughts show up and how they affect day-to-day life

• Why OCD is treatable — and what recovery can look like

• Gia’s reflections on her own experience with OCD

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📸 Connect with Penny Moodie: @itsnotwhatyouthink_pod
🎙️ Listen to her podcast: It’s Not What You Think — available wherever you get your podcasts.

💬 Looking for OCD support or more information?
These resources can help:

• OCD Bounce

• Mind Spot

• This Way Up – OCD Program

• OCD? Not Me!

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This podcast is for informational and supportive purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. If you’re struggling, please reach out to these services:
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🔍 Keywords
OCD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Penny Moodie, intrusive thoughts, mental health, motherhood, parenting, mum guilt, mum rage, mental load, OCD diagnosis, childhood OCD

In this raw and relatable episode, Bree and Gia unpack the heavy, often unspoken burden of mum guilt. From breastfeeding struggles to battling unrealistic expectations to be the “perfect mum” and feeling bad for wanting more than motherhood, they get candid about the moments that make mothers feel like they're not enough — and why that's just not true.

✨ What You’ll Hear:
• The daily toll of mum guilt and where it stems from
• Bree & Gia’s personal stories about the pressure to be the “perfect mum”
• The impact of societal norms, generational views, and social media comparisons
• Helpful coping tools: therapy, reframing guilt, and embracing “good enough”
• Honest encouragement for mums to let go of guilt, perfection and embrace compassion

💬 Notable Quotes:
• “Reframe guilt as a sign of caring, not failing.”
• “Let your kids see your imperfections — it helps them learn resilience.”
• “We have to be okay with not doing it all. We are doing the best that we can.”

If you've ever felt the weight of not being "enough" — this one’s for you. 💛

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🔔 A Gentle Reminder
Our conversations are here to inform and support — not to replace professional medical or psychological advice. If you’re struggling, please reach out to one of these support services:
PANDA: 1300 726 306
Lifeline: 13 11 14

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🔍 Keywords
Mum guilt, mom guilt, motherhood guilt, parenting guilt, the perfect mother myth, letting go of perfection, feeling not good enough, craving more than motherhood