Steph & Laura

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Sleep, sunscreen & hobbies: what we’re bringing into 2024 Dec 03, 2023

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Ins & outs are OUT. Instead we’re focussing on the small things that we can do to make a big difference in 2024. We asked you what you want to bring into 2024 and we were overwhelmed by your responses, so if you’re looking for some new year inspo, get your pen and paper ready.

We also chat about the pressure to go overboard at Christmas time and share about how less can be more when it comes to gift giving.

And WHAT is going on with Laura's undies?!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph: Robbie Williams – the Netflix documentary series
Laura: Radical Candor: how to get what you want by saying what you mean – Kim Scott

Kic UPDATE:

We have a Kicbowl at Fish Bowl!! Head to your local Fish Bowl or if you prefer to DIY you’ll find our recipe in the Kic app.

If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.

FOLLOW US:

KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram
Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com
Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok

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Don’t let your menstrual cycle dictate your training with Dr Hazel Wallace Nov 28, 2023

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Hazel Wallace is a medical doctor, nutritionist, women’s health advocate and founder of ‘Align’ a 10-week online program demystifying the menstrual cycle.

We asked you for your menstrual cycle questions and in this conversation Steph puts them to Hazel: how much pain is normal? Why does my period change after having a baby? Is it normal that my period is brown?

Hazel also challenges commonly held beliefs that we need to train differently while we’re on our period and that staying on the Pill for a long of time causes infertility.

Check out ‘Align’ here: https://www.thefoodmedic.co.uk/i-am-ready-to-align

Steph & Laura were on Hazel’s podcast The Food Medic. Check it out: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s10-ep-7-tackling-toxic-diet-culture-with-laura-and/id1397209446?i=1000634566750

If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.

FOLLOW US:

Hazel Wallace: @thefoodmedic on Instagram
KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram
Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com
Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok

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Who's washing their legs in the shower? Not us! Nov 26, 2023

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It's enough to just let the water run down your legs in the shower...right? If you thought not washing her bra or vibrator was where Laura’s grotty habits ended…wait until you hear what she does (or more importantly…doesn’t!) wash in the shower.

Plus Steph opens up about something she’s working on in her relationship with Josh and we answer your D&M about what to do if you suspect a male colleague is being paid more than you.

SPECIAL SHARES:

Steph: Glow Recipe Watermelon Glow Niacinamide Dew Drops
Laura: the episode of The Imperfects podcast ‘Dr Emily – Who Do You Desire?’

Kic UPDATE:

Every Sunday we drop brand new recipes in app! This month we’ve released One Pan Thai Green Chicken, Greek Meatballs with Tzatziki, Teriyaki Chicken bowls, our Back to Basics Burger and sooo much more.

If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.

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Don’t call it a “cookie” - talking to kids about consent & body safety – KICBUMP with Jayneen Sanders Nov 21, 2023

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Jayneen Sanders is a mum of three, author and educator. Her childrens' books teach kids about body boundaries, respect, consent, body safety, feelings and emotions. It’s every parents’ worst nightmare to think of something happening to their kid. But Jayneen’s work seeks to empower kids to become the boss of their bodies and teach parents how they can model respectful behaviour and boundaries at home.

In this important conversation, Steph asks Jayneen about the importance of calling ‘private parts’ by their proper names, what age to start these conversations with kids, and the skills Jayneen teaches kids including creating a list of trusted adults that they can come to in case anything happens.

Check out Jayneen’s free resources including ‘Questions to ask your child’s Child-Care Centre & School’: https://e2epublishing.info/posters#posterschildfriendly

FOLLOW US:

Jayneen: @jayneensanders on Instagram & @educate2empower
KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram
Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com
Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Join our virtual mothers' group in the the KICBUMP Facebook group. Search 'KICBUMP Community'

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Trust us: nothing good happens after 2 shots! Nov 19, 2023

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It’s the start of SCHOOLIES week and sorry to sound like boomers but please take your rules with you. You sent us your Schoolies stories and we LOVED them but seriously…please take care of yourselves out there.

We also reflect on our episode with Sue & Lloyd Clarke, the parents of Hannah Clarke who was tragically murdered with her three children by her estranged partner. We share your feedback from the episode and discuss the tragic death of 21-year-old water polo coach Lilie James who was brutally murdered in the same week as our episode with Sue & Lloyd.

This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, sexual assault and murder. If you need support, you can contact the following services

1800 RESPECT is Australia’s national sexual assault, family & domestic violence counselling line. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 737 732

Lifeline provides free crisis support. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 13 11 14

SPECIAL SHARES:

Laura: Lessons In Chemistry (again!) – watch it on Apple TV+ or read the book
Steph: Chessie King’s winning formula for friendship in your 20’s and 30’s – check it out on Instagram
Also - our episode with Tarang Chawla was 'The Raw Reality of Domestic Abuse and Family Violence' from March 30th 2022

Kic UPDATE: Black Friday starts today which means you can get 50% offyour first month with Kic. That’s 30 days of feeling good for just 30 cents a day. Join Laura as she gets back into running and Steph as restarts her lifting program.

If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.

FOLLOW US:

KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram
Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com

Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok

Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok

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Think manifesting isn’t for you? These 7 steps will change your mind, with Roxie Nafousi Nov 14, 2023

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Roxie Nafousi is a self-development coach and bestselling author of ‘Manifest’ and ‘Manifest For Kids’. In 2018, Roxie hit rock bottom after a years-long on/off relationship with drugs. So when a friend recommended she listen to a podcast about manifesting, she had nothing to lose. The podcast, and manifesting, ended up changing her life. Now Roxie supports other people to change their own lives through manifesting in 7 straightforward steps.

In this chat Roxie shares about her journey to manifesting via years of drugs, eating disorders & low self-confidence and the 7 steps she uses to practice and teach manifesting. You’re gonna want a pen and paper for this one because it’s jam packed with practical tips for how we can all start manifesting right now.

Check out Roxie’s books Manifest and Manifest For Kids:

https://www.penguin.com.au/books/manifest-9780241539590

https://www.penguin.com.au/books/manifest-for-kids-9780241657768

FOLLOW US:

Roxie Nafousi: @roxienafousie on Instagram

KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram
Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com

Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok

Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok

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"My boyfriend is insecure and makes me doubt myself. What should I do?" Nov 12, 2023

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Today we open the Kic mail box and hear from YOU: what did your boyfriend's mum do with your stuff? Are the scales in shopping centres deliberately placed outside women's bathrooms? And we answer your D&M: "I love my boyfriend but his insecurities make me doubt myself and question if I deserve any better. Should I break up with him?"

And Laura shares about posting her daily schedule on Instagram and trying to find the balance between work and looking after herself.

SPECIAL SHARES:

Laura: salt & vinegar crinkle cut chips
Steph: wearing a ribbon in your hair (but don't buy it from Asos!)

Kic UPDATE:

Five brand new Barre Pilates masterclasses with Kika are available in app from today! And this is the last week of the KICRUN Club. Finish off strong! No matter where you are in your running journey, we’re so proud of everyone for getting out there and running your way.

If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.

FOLLOW US:

KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram

Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com

Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok

Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok

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Is it normal to resent your partner during the newborn phase? – KICBUMP with Leonie Akhidenor Nov 07, 2023

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You’re exhausted from feeding all night and your partner is playing golf. If you’re currently in the depths of the newborn phase, and resenting your partner for going back to their normal life, you’re not alone. Mum of two, relationship coach, and host of the ‘Parenthood’ podcast Leonie Akhidenor has heard it all (and worse) so we asked for her help to answer your questions.

Steph & Leonie discuss the resentment that parents can feel when they’re taking on more of the load than their partner & how to manage it, what non-feeding partners can do to feel useful and how common it is to feel disconnected from your baby in the early days.

Check out Leonie’s podcast ‘Parenthood’ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/parenthood/id1534951122

FOLLOW US:

KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram
Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com
Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Leonie: @leonie.akhidenor on Instagram, @parenthoodpod on Instagram
Join our virtual mothers' group in the the KICBUMP Facebook group. Search 'KICBUMP Community'

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To wash or not to wash: exposing our grotty post-pee habits Nov 05, 2023

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We asked for your grotty habits and you guys showed up! Steph was horrified when she learned Laura only washed her bra once a month so we asked you guys for your grotty habits and we’ve never felt so seen. So if you pick your nose, share your utensils with your dog or floss your teeth with your hair…you’re not alone.

Also, Steph shares what was going on in her head when she was named the global face of swimwear brand Seafolly. And we say hello to our new producer, Lindsey!

SPECIAL SHARES:

Laura: Lessons In Chemistry – watch it on Apple TV+ or read the book
Steph: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (the movie)

Kic UPDATE:

This week we’ve dropped 5 new low-impact masterclasses with Brooke - one of Kic’s OG trainers. Work up a sweat with no sign of burpees or squat jumps!

If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.

FOLLOW US:

KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram

Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com

Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok

Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok

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Coercive control in relationships - how to spot the warning signs, with Sue & Lloyd Clarke Oct 31, 2023

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Sue & Lloyd Clarke have gone through any parent’s worst nightmare and they’re using their experience to help other families. Sue & Lloyd are the parents of Brisbane mum Hannah Clarke, who along with her three kids Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey, were murdered by Hannah’s estranged partner in 2020. In response, Sue & Lloyd created the charity ‘Small Steps 4 Hannah’ with a mission to HALT domestic & family violence through education, advocating for legal & social change and supporting people escaping violent situations.

In today’s important episode, Sue & Lloyd explain what coercive control actually is & how to spot the warning signs, why physical violence doesn’t need to be present for a relationship to be abusive, what to do if you suspect you or someone you know might be in an abusive relationship, and why it’s so significant that Queensland have introduced laws targeting coercive control.

This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, sexual assault and murder. If you need support, you can contact the following services

1800 RESPECT is Australia’s national sexual assault, family & domestic violence counselling line. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 737 732

Lifeline provides free crisis support. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 13 11 14

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