Now What? Podcast

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Now What? Podcast episodes

August 26, 2024 48. Travelling as a solo mum- with Evie Farrell
Evie Farrell, a single mum and travel enthusiast, shares her experiences of time when she made a big decision to pull her daughter Emmy out of kinder, quit her job and choose to travel as a solo mum. What started out as a year goal, they ended up travelling together for 3 years! Evie chats us though how she was able to make travel work as a solo mum and how important it i for single mums to maintain their identity and prioritise quality time with their children. She highlights the positive impact that travel has had in her relationship with her daughter and the lasting memories they have created together. She encourages single mums to embrace travel as a way to break free from routine, experience new cultures, and gain confidence. Evie concludes by sharing some of her favorite travel memories with her daughter. In this conversation, Evie and Rachel discuss the challenges and rewards of solo travel as a single mum. They explore topics such as safety, financial considerations, and creating meaningful experiences for children. Evie shares her experiences of traveling with her daughter and offers tips for single mums who want to embark on their own adventures.
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56 min
August 20, 2024 47. How being raised by a single mum influenced how I do relationships and parenting- with Matty J
Matty J is the co-host of the popular podcast Two Doting Dads, author and most well known for being one of our beloved bachelors- watching him find love with Laura Byrne on national TV. Most importantly Matt is dad to his two girls Marlie-Mae and Lola.
What many may not know, is that Matt was raised by a single mum (of 5 children!).
Matt and his mum are best friends and he really attests so much of his career success, independence and resilience to learnings from his mum. Watching her do it on her own with 5 children has showed him how to navigate relationships as a team better and be a supportive, hands on Dad.

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48 min
August 06, 2024 46. SOLO EP: How to know when to separate? & Would I ever consider having another child through IVF?
In this episode Rach dives into how to know when to walk away from a relationship, her experience in the first year of motherhood as a solo mum and how to build a support network as a single mom. She also answers a question about gaining confidence to step into dating and lastly she chats about whether she would ever consider having another child through IVF. Rachel highlights the importance of reaching out to others for support, being content with yourself before entering the dating scene, and holding onto hope for a fulfilling partnership.
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34 min
July 29, 2024 45. Building a Relationship with Stepchildren- with Kat John
The reality for many single mums is that there will likely be another person in our children’s lives in the role as a step parent.
There are so many layers and nuances to this topic, one that we probably can’t get too in one episode but I am beyond grateful for Kat in sharing her honest journey becoming a step mum.
We discuss many things that step mums can do to best navigate these relationships as well as some things we can do as the mother to best facilitate for our children.
We also jump into Kat's world, how she persures a life of authenticity and shows us how we can give less fucks.

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58 min
July 22, 2024 44. Healing from a separation with Family & Child Counsellor Jacintha Field
Jacintha Field, a family and child counselor, shares her experience and insights on navigating the process of separation and coparenting. She emphasises the importance of self-love, setting boundaries, and trusting your intuition during this challenging time. Jacintha discusses the various ways people often tend to avoid the process, through drinking, dating or partying, and using social media as an escape. She also highlights the significance of mirroring behaviour for children and the importance of modelling healthy emotional expression. Jacintha shares advice on dealing with a difficult co-parent (something I know many of this audience are challenged in!)

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51 min
July 15, 2024 43. When Self-Discovery leads you to celibacy- With Davina Rankin
Davina shares her journey of self-discovery, from her time on reality TV to becoming a mother- navigating postnatal depression and then working through her separation. She reflects on her separation and the process of finding herself again. Through journaling and self-reflection, she discovered her true desires and learned to prioritise her own happiness. Davina shares her journey of self-discovery and personal growth after her separation. Using journalling as a tool to create a vision for her ideal self and how she has used the power of manifestation. We chat all the good juicy stuff in this ep- dating, sex, masturbation and how she made a vow of celibacy (and how much this has significantly benefitted her life!).

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59 min
July 08, 2024 42. It's going to be better than you expected- with Amy Crellin
Amy Crellin became a mum at 22 and a single mum at 24. In this episode we chat about some of the challenges of finding balance with the other parent and the initial fear of becoming a single mum. Amy talks us through her living dynamic, where she has chosen to live with her parents to lessen the financial load and as a result be able to quit her full time job so she can be more present with her children. Amy is deeply committed to her health and fitness, using it as her own personal therapy. She swears by it in terms of being the key to helping her navigate through some of her most difficult times. FOLLOW:Instagram- Podcast: @motheringonmyown.podcastRach: @rachel.maksimovicAmy: @amycrellin

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45 min
July 01, 2024 41. Unlearning how to be a wife and rediscovering myself - with Emma June
In this conversation, Emma shares her journey of rediscovering herself after a marriage breakdown. She reflects on her identity as a wife and the challenges of unlearning that role. Emma discusses the pain and shock of discovering infidelity and the loss of certainty in her future. She explores the healing journey after divorce, including setting boundaries, choosing herself, and letting go of her business. Emma and Rachel discuss their experiences with relationships, dating, and personal growth. They explore the challenges of balancing career aspirations with the desire for partnership and the importance of authenticity in relationships.FOLLOW:Instagram- Podcast: @motheringonmyown.podcastRach: @rachelmaksimovicEmma: @emma__june

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1 hr 2 min
June 24, 2024 Embracing a new chapter
In today’s episode Rach discusses moving into a new chapter both with the podcast and in her personal life. She answers your questions about how her Bali trip went and shares how this experience has helped her to heal and move into a new chapter in her life. Lastly, Rach shares her thoughts on Kim Kardashian discussing her struggles as a single mum- does she get to share in the struggles with the wealth and resources that she has? FOLLOW US:Instagram-Podcast: @motheringonmyown.podcastRach: @rachelmaksimovic

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27 min
June 17, 2024 40. Raising 3 children with a terminal illness- with Renee Staska
In this episode we have a heartfelt conversation with Renee Staska, a solo mum of three children living with childhood dementia as well as a proud ambassador for the Little Heroes Foundation. A foundation in South Australia that raises much needed funds to support children suffering from a physical or mental illness. In this chat Renee opens up about the raw reality of caring for all three of her children, discussing the symptoms, the progression of the disease and its impact on her family's life. She talks about the struggle to accept the diagnosis and the fear of the unknown future as the average life expectancy of children with childhood dementia is late teens.We are in awe of Renee’s story and the life she is creating for her children to have the as much of the same opportunities as other children. Many times through this episode we are than back by the strength and resilience that Renee finds to show her children the magic in the smallest of moments in each day. We know you guys are going to enjoy this one.FOLLOW US:Instagram-Podcast: @motheringonmyown.podcastRach: @rachelmaksimovic Jess: @jessicadover Renee: @rstaz

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39 min

About Now What? Podcast

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Now What? is a podcast for single mothers, solo mums by choice and women navigating separation, co-parenting, dating again and blended families. Formerly Mothering On My Own, the show has evolved…