This Mama’s Hip

By Cait Chacko & Fiona Lam

This Mama’s Hip - We are passionate about sharing our experiences of life, and the great joy of becoming a mother. We don’t believe in sugar coating anything - you’d better believe these sistas will t... more

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The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.

This Mama’s Hip episodes:

August 19, 2021 Weaning- Are you F&&king Serious Mum?
So you mean to tell me, no more boob? That's what we envisioned our weaning journey to be like, our babies puppy eyes staring at us, guilt riddled brain cells and even more sleepless nights because what will we do if we don't breastfeed our babies to sleep anymore?
Weaning, another chapter of motherhood that did to seem to be as daunting as thought! Today, we tell you how we ended our breastfeeding journeys, more uplifting and easier than you think!
Let us know what you think of our poddy or tell us your story and feature as a guest by emailing us on [email protected] or send us a DM on instagram @thismamaship

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24min
August 12, 2021 Birth Story - Oops I did it again
Birth Story take 2! I did it again, went through another labour and Georgie Boy was born! This weeks episode brings you through the detailed birth story of baby George Chacko! What a wonderful birth it was! If every birth was like this, I would have a house of kids, not enough bedrooms and a head of grey hair!
We would love to hear your birth stories! If you feel like sharing them with us on our podcast - please email [email protected]
Stay safe in this crazy world!
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29min
August 05, 2021 Life Update- Who are we now?
And just like that - We're back! In this weeks episode, we give you all an update on what's been happening (insert SPOILER ALERT - A LOT)! We also talk through the real life struggle for us Mums trying to find more of the most precious commodity - TIME!
Strap yourselves in, Season 2 is a wild ride!
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24min
December 03, 2020 Postpartum - How's your VaJJ?
That's right, we believe the one question that is not asked enough in the postpartum phase is.... How's your Vagina? New mothers go through so much behind the scenes that to the naked eye, you would have no idea!Today, we are keeping it real about some of the not so glamourous things that happen after birth! Some you may already know, some not! Some we may not have even mentioned so be sure to hit us up, knowledge is power! Let's empower our Mama's and normalise postpartum journeys!Big love to all those about to embark on the journey! The best is yet to come.Follow us on Instagram @thismamaship, share us with your fellow Mums and send us a message, we would love to hear from you!
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25min
November 26, 2020 The Mum Identity Crisis
Have you struggled with your new identity as a "Mum", were you willing to accept that you had changed? So many questions, so many thoughts! We explore our new selves with you all on this weeks episode! We wont beat around the bush, we miss our social life's and for us both that was probably the struggle street moment to accept!! We no longer leave the house on a Saturday evening with a handbag for ONE glass of wine and return home at 3am..... We are sure some of you can relate! But would we change anything..... the answer is NOPE!
We want to hear what has changed for you? Message us on instagram @thismamaship - let us know if you miss cocktail hour as much as us!
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23min
October 20, 2020 Mum Guilt
Today we discuss that feeling that creeps into your life without warning, triggered by big things and small things, that's right- its MUM GUILT! We both have tales of guilt that happened coincidently 24 hours before this episode was recorded! We explore ways that we can ditch this feeling, this unwelcome emotion must leave as fast as it came! Its not easy but we are sure you can all relate. Comment on our latest post and let's share the ways you handle mum guilt! What tales do you have? Maybe you experienced the same scenarios that triggered us? Let us know, follow us on Instagram and Facebook @thismamaship
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21min
October 13, 2020 Spreadsheets and Daycare
In this weeks episode, we discuss the horrifying process of accepting that due to needing money for food and stuff, you need to work, which means you need to hand your child over to complete strangers, and walk away. That's right - it's time to choose a daycare!
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29min
October 06, 2020 The Secret She Keeps
The cat is out of the bag! Co-Host Cait has some very exciting news to share with our listeners that certainly will give you all the feels! The secret we call it, but in fact it was a secret from everyone including Cait! Little did we know our team would be expanding but we couldn't be happier. Stay tuned, there will be more to unfold!
Follow us @thismamaship to hear more on how this journey goes!
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18min
August 25, 2020 Sh!t we bought - To buy or not to buy?
Your baby is arriving and the shopping spree begins! In this episode we explore the useful and not so useful things we bought. Some things we cant recommend enough to have, other things you could probably save your hard earned coins and forget about, at least from our perspective! However, don't steal the joy away from yourself to buy those cute outfits and enjoy every moment - we just shed some practicalities that we wish we knew!
@play_at_home_mummy on instagram we cannot recommend enough for all things D.I.Y play, sensory and learning at every age, so conventional toys - step aside!We would love to hear your hot tips, what you found useful - hit us up on our socials @thismamaship
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22min
August 18, 2020 Boobs are the Tits
Is there anything better in this world than boobs, glorious boobs?We honestly don't think so. In this episode we take you through our breastfeeding journeys - the highs and lows, the challenges, the victories, and some of the tips and tricks we picked up along the way.As promised, here are some useful links for all you Mamas and Mamas-to-be about to embark on this amazing journey with your little one.
Useful Links:https://www.breastfeeding.asn.auhttps://raisingchildren.net.au/newborns/breastfeeding-bottle-feedinghttps://www.milkandcookiesbyjewels.com.auhttps://www.boobiebikkies.com.au
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30min

FAQs about This Mama’s Hip:

How many episodes does This Mama’s Hip have?

The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.