Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. This podcast is targetted at mums, just like you. A place to have real discussions and ask real questions (no matter how hard) with honest and authentic people. The aim is to have you feeling lighter, more supported and more understood after each listen.
Welcome to Episode 267 of Beyond the Bump!
We're excited to have the wonderful Leah Williams back on the show. Last time, Leah shared her journey through birth trauma, and now she’s here to talk about life with a child who is neurodivergent. From navigating autism to embracing the unique joys and challenges, Leah’s insights are both heartfelt and empowering.
We hope you enjoy this meaningful conversation, legends!
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Welcome to BONUS Episode 266 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we dive into the highs and lows of traveling with kids, fresh off Sophie’s return from her overseas trip. You Bumpies sent in your burning questions, and we’re here with some raw truths, helpful tips, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. We hope you enjoy!
Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce! A podcast targeted at mums, ju...
Welcome to EP09 of Beyond The Balls!
This episode is a chat with Blake Woodward from Dads&. Blake has established two social enterprises (Dads& and Suit Tie Stroller) to support fathers lean into caring, find work-life balance and become the dad they want to be and has an amazing perspective on why it’s important for Dad to take parental leave. We talk about the benefits by the actual statistics as well as some tips on navi...
Welcome to Episode 264 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we're thrilled to chat with the lovely Roisin, aka @geebungalow on Instagram and TikTok! While we originally planned to dive into maternity leave, we ended up exploring so many different, exciting topics. Roisin’s positive mindset is contagious, and the way she approaches life and parenting is just beautiful. We absolutely loved hearing her fresh perspective and can’t wait for you t...
This episode is a chat with founder of The Conscious Parenting Co, Lauren Beeten. Lauren is a gentle sleep consultant and parenting coach and brings a wealth of information on how dads can get involved with settling their babies from years of helping parents. We talk about the realities of sleep deprivation and share some great tips and tricks on getting a better night’s sleep. Thanks Lauren you legend!
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Welcome to Episode 261 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we’re joined by the lovely Leonie, host of the Parenthood Pod, to tackle some of your most asked questions about relationships after kids. From common challenges, like the "tit for tat" dynamic, to the loss of connection, Leonie shares her insights on navigating it all. This chat felt so relatable, and we hope you find comfort and laughter in knowing you're not alone in the ups and ...
Welcome to EP07 of Beyond The Balls! We’re excited to bring you this two part episode about how to be a great birth partner, part 1 is a chat between Jayde Couldwell, Chi Lo and Sophie Pearce, co-host of Beyond The Bump.
Part 2 will feature the professionals, with Jayde & Chi having a chat with an obstetrician, Dr. Pickering and midwife Bryony Kearn.
In this episode we chat about how birth partners can be better involved and bu...
Welcome to EP06 of Beyond The Balls!
We’re excited to bring you this two part episode about how to be a great birth partner, part 1 is a chat between Jayde Couldwell, Chi Lo and Sophie Pearce, co-host of Beyond The Bump.
Part 2 will feature the professionals, with Jayde & Chi having a chat with an obstetrician and midwife.
In this episode we chat about our birth experiences from eight children collectively, including reflection...
Welcome to Episode 259 of Beyond the Bump!
We weren’t going to drop an episode this week (hello school holidays!), but we just couldn’t wait to share this one with you! We had the pleasure of chatting with the lovely Millie, a paramedic and mum, all about the juggle of motherhood and shift work, and the added challenges that it presents.
We’ll be taking a little break next week to soak up the chaos and joy of the school holidays, b...
Welcome to BONUS Episode 258 of Beyond the Bump!
In this episode, we tackle one of the biggest parenting challenges — getting out of the house with kids! We share some real-life tips and tricks that have worked for us, from managing the chaos of getting the kids dressed in the morning to making the whole process a bit smoother. It’s never perfect, but we’ve picked up a few things along the way that might help. Thanks for sending i...
Welcome to EP05 of Beyond The Balls!
This episode is a chat between hosts Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo and noted paediatrician and father of three, Dr. Golly. We talk about the challenges new parents face, especially in the fourth trimester. Dr. Golly goes through some amazing practical tips on how dads can best support mum and navigate this strenuous time. We also talk about the realities of male postpartum depression and how many...
Welcome to Episode 252 of Beyond the Bump!
In this special Bumpie on Board episode, we chat with the lovely Odette, a mum of four whose third and fourth babies were twins. One of her twins was diagnosed with Down syndrome and also has a heart condition.
Odette shares her incredible journey with so much grace, and we don't want to spoil anything—her story speaks for itself. A huge thank you to Odette for opening up and sharing with...
Welcome to EP04 of Beyond The Balls!
This episode is a chat between hosts Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo and father of twins Luke O’Brien on his journey with mental health. We talk about male postpartum depression and tips on coping, what to expect when expecting and how to better prepare for children. Luke opened up his heart to us on the difficulties of being a father of twins and the depression that came with it. His bravery in wa...
Welcome to Episode 251 of Beyond the Bump!
This week, we’re diving into a topic that is often overlooked but deeply important—termination. We sit down with Laksmi Wilson to have an open and honest conversation about this complex decision, hoping it resonates with those who may have experienced it, know someone who has, or might face it in the future.
Termination is a deeply personal and difficult choice. We acknowledge the strength...
Welcome to EP03 of Beyond The Balls. This episode is a frank chat between hosts Jayde Couldwell & Chi Lo about a mother’s mental load and also how better understanding of this by dad can only lead to good things. We also explore dad guilt and how it differs from mum guilt. Along the way we relate some stories about how we improved our own communication with our partners and some of the stumbling blocks new parents might encoun...
Welcome to Episode 250 of Beyond the Bump! This week, we chat with family lawyer Rebecca Thompson about all things separation. We dive into what you need to consider if you're going through a divorce, but also what to know before you tie the knot. With nearly 50% of marriages ending in divorce, it's important to think about the practical stuff—finances, custody, and more. Rebecca also busts some common myths around separation. We h...
Welcome to EP02 of Beyond the Balls. This week, hosts Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo chat with the amazing Rob Sturrock, author of Man Raises Boy, about debunking fatherhood myths:
Welcome to Episode 249 of Beyond the Bump!
This week, we dive deep into the topic of mum guilt—a feeling so many new mothers know all too well. Sophie Brock joins us to explore where this guilt comes from, why it affects us so deeply, and how societal expectations can play a role. This conversation is both eye-opening and comforting, as we tackle an emotion that’s often left unspoken but deeply felt.
We hope you find it enlighten...
Welcome to the debut episode of Beyond the Balls!
In this episode of Beyond the Balls, hosts Jayde Couldwell and Chi Lo, together with guest Sophie Pearce (co-host of Beyond the Bump), dive into what this podcast is all about—creating a space for dads, dads-to-be, and their partners to have real, open, and honest conversations.
They chat about the lack of resources for dads and how this podcast aims to fill that gap by combining ...
Welcome to Episode 248 of Beyond the Bump! Today, we’re joined by the incredible Bianca and Kritz from The Big Sister Experience. We're chatting about how to help our kids recognize what healthy connections and relationships look like—whether it’s spotting signs of jealousy or possessiveness, or trusting their gut when it comes to friendships. There’s so much packed into this episode, and we’re excited to share it with you!
As alwa...
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