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In this episode of the podcast, we interview Jessica Sculley, a mother who shares her family's journey with her daughter Sadie's diagnosis. Jessica talks about the first signs of an issue when Sadie was just 3 months old, as she was an extremely colicky and unsettled baby, which led them to visit their GP. The pediatrician suggested that it could be colic, but he had concerns about Sadie's head control, tone, and eye movements.

The situation escalated when Sadie was 5 months old, and an MRI revealed bleeding on her brain, which opened up a child services case. The child services case was ultimately closed because the MRI results were misread, and it turned out that there was no bleeding on Sadie's brain. 

The family was left with a lot to deal with, but as time passed, Sadie was diagnosed with several conditions, including nystagmus, affected eyesight, low muscle tone (hypotonia), global developmental delay, epilepsy, and a genetic condition called GNB1 syndrome.

At 2.5 years old, Sadie received a formal autism diagnosis, which added another layer to her complex medical needs. Through it all, Jessica has been a strong advocate for her daughter, navigating the healthcare system, and supporting her family's needs. 

Listen to this episode to hear Jessica's perspective on being a parent of a child with complex medical needs, the challenges she faced, and how she's learned to advocate for her daughter.

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INSTAGRAM:
https://www.instagram.com/atsadiespace/
https://www.instagram.com/_jessica.sculley/
WEBSITE:
https://atsadiespace.com.au/

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In this episode of the podcast,  we have a very special guest, Mikayla, who at the age of 12 was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Mikayla shares with us what it's like to live with a chronic condition throughout her childhood, teenage years and now as an adult.

Mikayla speaks candidly about the challenges she has faced while managing her condition, including how it has affected her relationships with family and friends, caused her to be bullied, and impacted her ability to work. She shares her experience with the healthcare system and how she has been not believed to have Rheumatoid Arthritis because she is so young.

Throughout the episode, Mikayla also touches on the emotional toll that managing a chronic illness can have, from the frustration of having to constantly manage pain to the fear of what the future may hold. But despite these challenges, Mikayla remains incredibly positive and inspiring.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to gain a better understanding of what it's like to live with a chronic illness, and for those who want to learn how to support loved ones who are struggling with similar challenges.

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dealingwithra/

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Welcome back to the final episode of our twin series with Edie Hartnell, Mama of twin boys Ollie & Alfie. In this episode, Edie opens up about her fears and emotions when she found out she was pregnant with twins. She shares how she wasn't expecting it and had no suspicions until her first ultrasound. The news of having two babies at once can be overwhelming for any new parent, and Edie is no exception.

Edie also talks about the negative and hurtful comments she received from strangers, especially during the early days when one of her sons had plagiocephaly. She shares how difficult it was to manage two children amidst constant comments about her son's head from everyone. Edie's experiences serve as a reminder that we need to be kinder and more understanding to parents of multiples.

Towards the end of the episode, Edie shares some beautiful advice to parents-to-be that leaves us both in tears. Her words of wisdom and encouragement are a testament to the strength and resilience of parents of multiples.

You can follow Edie here:
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https://www.instagram.com/capturedbyedie/
FACEBOOK:
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https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076415832625
WEBSITE: 
https://www.capturedbyedie.com/

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In this episode of our Twin series, we talk to Olivia, a mum of three who already had a toddler before giving birth to her twin babies. Olivia shares her unique perspective on raising twins, having experienced a single pregnancy and birth first.

Olivia talks about the differences in her pregnancy with twins, from feeling more tired and uncomfortable to the added monitoring and care from her healthcare providers. She also shares her experience with giving birth to twins and the challenges she faced during labor and delivery.

Olivia delves into the recovery process after giving birth to twins, including the physical challenges of caring for three children and the emotional toll it took on her. She also discusses the adjustments she had to make as a new mum of three, from managing the logistics of feeding and diapering two babies to the emotional challenges of bonding with both twins and her toddler.

Throughout the episode, Olivia shares her honest and relatable experiences with raising twins, offering insights and advice for other mums who may be facing similar challenges. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the unique demands of raising twins, particularly when already having a toddler, and will be inspired by Olivia's resilience and determination as a mother of three.

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/oliviarenga/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/olivia.renga

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Ever wonder what it's really like to raise two little ones at once? We've got you covered with our three-part series on twin parenting. I sit down with three amazing women who share their unique experiences and perspectives on the ups and downs of raising twins.

In episode #1, we chat with Meg, a Mum of twins Oslen & Elsie, who gives us the inside scoop on what it's really like to juggle two kiddos at once. From managing schedules to dealing with strangers' comments and questions, Meg shares her tips and tricks for navigating twin parenting.

We also get into the fascinating differences between her twins' personalities – they're not just different in looks, but in their interests and character traits too! Meg shares her journey of watching each twin develop their own identity and how she supports their unique needs as a parent. 

Whether you're a parent of multiples, expecting twins, or just curious about the subject, this series is a must-listen. 

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/megkdrain10/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/m.andrews1003

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Welcome back to The Innerview Podcast! After a much needed break, I'm excited to be back and ready to dive into the new year. In this mini episode, I'll be recapping the highlights of 2022 and sharing the reasons behind my extended break. You'll get an inside look at what's been going on and what's to come for The Innerview Podcast in 2023.

I'm grateful for the support of my listeners and I want to thank each and every one of you for sticking with me through this time. Whether you're a long-time listener or just tuning in, I'm grateful for your support, shares and listens.

Join me as we reflect on 2022 and look ahead to the future. 

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Meet Bridget!

Bridget is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who has over 15 years of experience in the field. Bridget has extensive experience working in private practice with people with a range of mental health presentations. She has also worked within primary and secondary education settings as a child, adolescent and parent/family counsellor, at the Department of Education and as a lecturer at university level.

Bridget has extensive experience working in the perinatal and fertility space, and her passion lies in working with women’s wellness, in pre and post-natal mental health and the ongoing journey of motherhood. Bridget is also a Pre-Fertility/IVF Counsellor.

Amongst all of this Bridget also runs the incredibly successful business 'Ivy & Coco'.
Specialising in hand-painted pots and vases, all products are hand-made with love and care by Bridget from her dining room table. What started as a hobby and something to give her some form of identity amongst the chaos of motherhood - has turned into a distinct & very recognisable business.
In this episode, we chat with Bridget about the highs and lows of running her own business, the juggle of running multiple roles and motherhood and how difficult the retail space can be at times.

I know you are going to love getting to know this wonderful woman who is usually the one asking the questions and is now in the hot seat!

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IVY & COCO
WEBSITE: https://ivycoco.square.site/home
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ivyand_coco/

BRIDGET'S PRIVATE PRACTICE: https://www.bridgetveld.com.au/

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Founder and Director at Raven Collective, Nat has worked locally in the social welfare sector for several years and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Community and Human Services from Federation University. She is an accredited member of the Australian Community Workers Association.

With a strong desire to impact the space of Domestic and Family Violence, she has been dreaming about bringing Raven to life for many years and is incredibly excited the time has come.

Nat is a strong advocate and enthusiast of human rights along with promoting inspiring women and girls. She hopes, through Raven to build a community and movement of women supporting women and their right to choose how they live their lives.

In this episode we go on the journey with Nat & discuss her inspiration behind this incredible program and dive into her childhood and upbringing. She shares some of her hardest moments, including the passing of her mother at a young age and how that has had an effect on her later in life and particularly as a Mum now herself.

I am so impressed by Nat & Raven Collective, this program is something that will help so many women and families. If you want to support The Raven Collective click on the links in the show notes.

RAVEN COLLECTIVE:
INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/ravencollectiveservices/
WEBSITE: https://www.ravencollective.org/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/ravencollectiveservices

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Meet Lace! A Wife & Mother working full time AND running her own business "The Cookie Collective". In this episode we chat about her upbringing and how this has shaped her and moulded her parenting style. 

Lace shares her business journey and what inspired her to start making cookies. She speaks about the highs and lows of working for yourself and doing something that requires such effort and intricate details. We discuss the challenging aspects of running a business in 2022 and how tricky it can be keeping up with the social media world.

Switching gears, Lace reflects on some of the more difficult times in her past and how a Family/Domestic Violence Seminar in her workplace sparked trauma in her that she didn't know was there. We chat about these experiences and how easy it is to minimise your own pain and suffering when you know someone out there always has it worse.

Lace is such a beautiful, down to earth woman and i am so grateful for this chat and the topics we covered. I know you guys are going to love this one too!

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thecookiecollective_/
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/thecookiecollective.ballarat
WEBSITE: https://cookiecollective.com.au/
THE RAVEN COLLECTIVE: https://www.instagram.com/ravencollectiveservices/

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Meet Steph, A Wife and Mama with an incredible story, her baby girl was born at just 27 weeks gestation. Back in January this year Steph was suffering from Covid and what she thought was a rally bad case. Eventually after days of excruciating symptoms and starting to worry for the health of her baby Steph was taken into the Emergency Department.

It was then that doctors quickly realised not only was Steph suffering from Covid, she also had HELLP Syndrome. HELLP syndrome is a rare pregnancy complication. It is a type of preeclampsia and has similar symptoms. Early diagnosis is critical because serious illness and even death can occur in about 25% of cases. Most often, the definitive treatment for women with HELLP syndrome is the delivery of their baby and the placenta and thats exactly what happened next for Steph.

 Soon after she was rushed down via ambulance to the Royal Women's Hospital, awaiting her husband who was also about to be out of isolation. 48 hours on their baby girl Addie was born, she was rushed off into the NICU ( where she would stay for 3 months)  & Steph was taken into ICU.

In this episode we discuss this incredibly traumatic event, not only did Steph almost lose her own life, the health of her baby was at risk and many scary & traumatic events followed this in Addie's time in the NICU. We speak about Steph being essentially robbed of a 'normal' pregnancy & birth and how she has processed it all as we inch closer to the 1 year mark of Addie's Birth. 

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INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/stephy.cooper/

HELPFUL LINKS & RESOURCES
HELLP SYNDROME: https://www.preeclampsia.org/hellp-syndrome
LIFELINE: https://www.lifeline.org.au/
PANDA: https://panda.org.au/

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