Bump with Steph & Laura

Oversharing? Obviously. Listen to hosts and mums Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw every Thursday.

Latest Episodes:

Toddler tantrums and toilet training - KICBUMP with Dr Golly Dec 13, 2022

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If you’ve listened to previous KICBUMP episodes, you will have heard Steph talk about her amazing paediatrician Dr Golly and his wonderful sleep programs for babies. This time instead of talking about him, she’s talking to him!

Dr Golly has just released a new Toddler Toolkit program, designed to help parents feel less overwhelmed and better equipped to deal with the challenges that come with parenting a toddler. In today’s episode he answers all of the very common questions around toddler behaviour, and gives some awesome tips and tricks to better handle certain situations that arise for every parent.

If you’d like to check out any of Dr Golly’s programs you can do so at drgolly.com, and use the code KIC20 to get $20 off.

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A cancer diagnosis 3 months after giving birth – KICBUMP, with Kellie Gardner Nov 29, 2022

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Kellie Gardner was living her best life with her partner, AFL player Jeremy Finlayson, falling pregnant and giving birth to their beautiful baby girl Sophia in August last year. Then, when Sophia was just 3 months old, Kellie was diagnosed with stage 3 Colorectal Cancer, which she later found out was actually stage 4.

After spending a large amount of Sophia’s life in hospital, Kellie wants to warn other mums and women to listen to their bodies and get checked if anything doesn’t seem right.

We’re so grateful for Kellie coming on to tell her story, and are glad to hear she’s now doing well. To hear more about her story and follow her motherhood journey, check out @kelliegardner__ on Instagram.

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Choosing to be a solo parent - KICBUMP with Fifi Box Nov 15, 2022

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Well known radio and TV presenter Fifi Box has had quite a unique parenting journey; raising both of her daughters on her own, and choosing to have her second daughter through IVF with a sperm donor.

Fifi shares her story and speaks about the ways she balances motherhood with her successful radio career, and how she's raising her daughters to embrace the fun in life and not focus too much on appearance. She also lets us know what her kids think of the two children's books she has published!

We hope this episode inspires others to trust that they can have a fulfilled life with a beautiful family without the need of a partner, and we also hope that you love her book Posey Pearl is a Curious Girl as much as we do!

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Coming out, surrogacy, and letting your child feel accepted – KICBUMP with Sean Szeps Nov 01, 2022

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Proud gay dad of twins Sean Szeps opens up in today’s KICBUMP episode about what it’s like constantly having to come out to people, and how it felt growing up with amazing, supportive and loving parents, yet still feeling like he was somewhat broken due to his sexuality. He gives his wonderful advice to every parent on how to help their child feel accepted no matter what, and also shares his experience bringing his twins into the world via surrogacy.

For more of Sean, check out his podcast Come Out Wherever You Are.

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How Steph's husband really feels as a stay at home dad - KICBUMP with Josh Miller Oct 18, 2022

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As you may know, Steph's husband Josh is a stay at home dad for their son Harvey. Although society has come a long way since our parents' days, we're still in a position where this is pretty rare.

Josh opens up to Steph on today's KICBUMP episode about the challenges he faces in this unique position that none of his mates can relate to, how the choice to be the stay at home parent came about, and the extremely rewarding parts about it. We also learn the reason Steph & Josh both envy each other's positions at times.

This is a great one for your partner to listen to if you're the stay at home parent!

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Putting an exciting career on hold - KICBUMP with Ash London Oct 04, 2022

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If you've ever listened to the radio, you'd know Ash from the successful night show she hosted for years, 'Ash London Live', or perhaps from one of the many other radio/TV shows that she's done in the past.

With regular world famous guests on her radio show like Ed Sheeran and Harry Styles, Ash has put quite the thriving career on hold to spend time with her son Buddy. In today's episode we find out how she felt making this decision, what advice she has for mums with fulfilling careers, and why being a "selfish" mum isn't always a bad thing!

You can check out Ash London's podcast 'New Mum, Who Dis?" here.

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KICBUMP: Steph on working mum guilt Sep 18, 2022

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In today's episode of KICBUMP, a very raw and vulnerable Steph explains her recent Instagram post, where sleep deprivation and long work days led to a breakdown.

Steph also addresses the guilt that comes with being a 'working mum', and why the term itself can be problematic.

KIC UPDATE:

Today we launch Dance Cardio with Kath Ebbs on the KIC app! Move, groove and boost your mood with this brand new workout style. Join now and get a 14 day free trial.

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KICBUMP: Sophie Walker from Australian Birth Stories Sep 04, 2022

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Sophie Walker is no stranger to talking about everything motherhood - she's the founder of Australian Birth Stories, a hugely successful podcast with over 8.6 million downloads to date. It's also a hub for women to learn, feel part of a community and engage with one another.

Rather than being the interviewer, this time she's sitting in the other seat! Steph invites Sophie to share what she has learnt in her time as a podcast host and health expert, and we find out how women can better their chances of having a positive birth experience.

KIC UPDATES:
We have released some great budget-friendly and family-friendly recipes in the KIC app. Sign up now for a 14-day free trial.

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KICBUMP: Watching your partner go through childbirth, then going through it yourself! With Moana Hope Aug 21, 2022

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Although every woman's pregnancy and birth story is different, one thing most mums can agree on is that a man will never truly understand what it's like to go through childbirth - and so for a lot of mums, this includes their partner.

Former AFLW player & Survivor star Moana Hope is in the unique position where she knows exactly what it's like from both perspectives! Her wife Isabella Carlstrom gave birth to their daughter Svea in 2020, then in June this year Moana gave birth to their son Ahi.

In this episode of KICBUMP, Moana not only shares her fascinating story of forming her beautiful family, but also generously tells her birth story for the first time.

KIC UPDATES

KICBUMP will soon be branching off to be its own separate podcast. Be sure to follow/subscribe once it exits the KICPOD feed in a few weeks' time!

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KICBUMP: The real side of motherhood that nobody is talking about, with Ash Pollard Aug 07, 2022

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For a lot of new mums, it can be extremely daunting dealing with everything that comes with parenthood, and on top of that seeing every other mum on Instagram seemingly cope just fine can add pressure and strip our confidence.

Ash Pollard wants to cut the crap! She’s got two kids under two, so has been through it all! She very generously bares all in this episode of KICBUMP, sharing the hardships she’s faced in her personal experience, and removing the stigma attached to postnatal depression and anxiety.

If you are suffering from postnatal depression or anxiety please reach out to the PANDA National helpline on 1300 726 306 or visit www.panda.org.au

SPECIAL GUEST

Australian cook, author, TV & radio personality Ash Pollard

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