Parenting is the hardest job in the world, and often we are unable to stand back and see what needs to change to break the circuit in moments of trickiness- moments like meal time, sleep time. Today I'm joined by Sarah, founder of Secure Foundations to chat all things parenting, mum rage, sibling dynamics, bedtime battles and offer some practical tips to help, as well as some mindset shifts around parenting. This episode comes with all love, and no shame or judgment. We all do the very best...

You all want to know, what is it really like to be an influencer, well today, I spill all. This is part 2 of my chat with my bestie where we discuss having my kids online, how to hire an influencer for small businesses, the emotional toll of being online, building the podcast and how I feel about it all! Part 1 covers: How I started, going viral, making and breaking partnerships and how I make money. Part 2 covers: Having the kids online, how to hire an influencer, the emotional toll,...

You all want to know, what is it really like to be an influencer, well today, I spill all. I sat down and spoke with my bestie and we chatted all things influencer life; how I make money, how I choose brands to work with, how I started and my tips for those wanting to be an influencer and those wanting to work with them. We spoke so long, I've split this episode into two parts. Part 2 will be released next week. Part 1 covers: How I started, going viral, making and breaking partnerships and...

There is so much that goes unspoken when caring for a child with an illness or disability. So many "yeah good, thanks" responses when the truth is to exhausting to even mutter. Erin's daughter Luella is a beautiful 2.5yr old little girl with the most mesmerising eyes. She suffers with uncontrollable epilepsy that consumes her life, and her families life. Erin bravely shares her and Lulus story over on Instagram and today she shared with me a little look into their situation and the...

Hi! I'm so glad you're here! I felt it was a little weird to jump straight into season 3 after my lengthy absence. So jump in the car, pour a hot cuppa or grab that pile of washing that's been begging to be folded and come say hi as I sit in my walk-in robe podcast studio and pretend you are all here with me! Welcome to season 3. Follow Sarah: •IG: @sarahkearnsofficial •FB: www.facebook.com/mrsdadmum I would love to continue the conversation with you over on Instagram...

Claire is an artist, and her Instagram feed is filled with her most beautiful art. But behind the art is a family who have faced more than their fair share of significant health issues, and a woman who despite all the difficult moments bravely rises to the challenge day in and day out. Come meet Claire and hear her story. Find Claire on Instagram @thenewdevine and her website www.thenewdevine.com This episode is proudly brought to you by The New Devine. Use code SARAH20 for 20% off and free...

Today I'm joined by Kayelene Kerr, a former police officer with 24 years experience in law enforcement investigating sexual crimes. Kayelene is highly experienced, educated and is recognised as one of Western Australia's most experienced providers of Child Protection workshops. Through her company, eSafe kids, Kayelene provides national and international workshops and webinars to children. She also educates parents, teachers and other professionals on how to talk with children, young people...

Tamara has been an early childhood educator for the past 15 years. Today we sat down to chat about school readiness and what educators look for when they advise parents on whether to send or hold back their children for school. Tam is one half of a team of twin sisters who create and sell emotional regulation resources, learning resources and sensory activities. Tamara may sound familiar as her twin, Nadine was our first guest on the podcast titled 'The Brooklyn Way'. Find Tamara: ...

If the last couple of years has taught us anything, it's that we need to be adaptable and willing to change our work situations at the drop of a hat. So many people are chasing a better work/life balance and for some, that means owning your own business. Working for yourself sounds amazing, but so overwhelming; where do you even start? Tammi is the owner and designer of The Milk Boutique, a maternity/breastfeeding active wear company. She created her brand and business while pregnant,...

Have you ever wondered what FIFO (fly in/ fly out) life would be like? When one person in the family literally flies or drives to work and doesn't return for a week, two weeks or even more at a time? How do the families cope that are left behind? How does the worker cope, living at work for most of their lives? Meet Bron. Mum of 2 young boys and partner of Tony, a FIFO worker on a 3/1 roster. That's 3 weeks at work, 1 week home. Bron opens up about their family life, intimacy and how they...

Have you ever wondered how police deal with trauma? Deal with seeing traumatic event, after traumatic event and then just eating their lunch like nothing had happened? Meet Tash, a woman brave enough to talk about how PTSD changed her life, her career and how she moved forward into the next stage of her life. Content Warning: This episode discusses adult content relating to traumas witnessed by Police, including a police shooting, and mental health issues including suicide. Need Support? ...

Colours and clothes are for everyone. Scott Stuart is a best selling Children's book author, but he is firstly Dad to 8yr old Colin. An 8yr old who loves Queen Elsa, to paint his nails and to twirl in a dress. He reminds me a lot of my son who, for as long as I can remember, loves things that society yells are not for boys; pink, princess costumes, flamingos, things society tells us boys aren't allowed to enjoy. Scott is paving the way for change. He is a leading voice on fully accepting and...

Kendall Whyte is the founder of The Blue Tree Project- a project that was created after losing her brother Jayden to suicide, that has people all over the world painting dead trees blue. Kendall is courageous in her work, and in her vulnerability as she spreads the message, it's ok not to be ok. Content warning: this episode discusses suicide and self harm. If you need further support after the podcast, please see the show notes for services. This episode is brought to you by Daily Orders....

Postnatal Depression, we've all heard the term. But do you know what it looks like? What those diagnosed with PND experience on a day to day basis? By having these conversations, I'm hoping we can support those suffering to speak up, get help and find ways to make their day to day that little bit easier. Meet Jess, a brave and loving mum to her 18mth old, Thomas, and a survivor of postnatal depression. Content warning: this episode discusses mental health, pregnancy loss and self...

Content warning: this episode discusses child sexual abuse. Chanel Contos is educated, articulate and determined, and I am so inspired and proud her courage and success in creating a national movement, "Teach Us Consent" at only 23 years old. Chanel was sexually assaulted at 13 years old. She didn't realise what her perpetrator did constituted a sexual assault until later in life. Chanel is demanding change from the Australian Government. Demanding they improve sexual education to cover...

This episode is a solo episode on our families childhood anxiety journey with Finn. At 3yrs old, we just thought he was really hard work. I had no idea that he was struggling with anxiety, had no idea that's why he had outbursts, horrible separations from me and would cry in anticipation of activities such as swimming lessons. But when you know, you know. And I hope that sharing our experience and the tools we implemented will help other families support their little ones with anxiety,...

On this episode, I'm joined by Kathryn Halcyon, a sex and relationship therapist, a personal coach for women and the host of her own podcast, Soul & Sex. She radiates kindness and safety, and you cant help but be drawn to her and her energy. We discuss all things sex and relationships; including low libido, sex and mental health, sex after trauma, body shame, self pleasure and rediscovering your sexual orientation. Kathryn even answers the most common question that came in from my...

We live in a world that is constantly telling women, we can have it all. The career, the kids, the house, the relationship; but a lot of us are left wondering- how? I know I often feel like I'm doing all of the things, but none of them well. When one aspect of my life is succeeding, I've dropped the ball in other areas. When my career is blooming, I'm not as present with my kids; when I'm really in tune with my kids, I'm touched out and distant with my husband. How can we have it all? And...

Experts are telling us we are in Child Sexual Abuse epidemic in Australia. None of us want to believe that someone close to us, or our child would ever sexually abuse them, but the statistics tell us that abusers are generally people who are trusted by the child's family and who are given access to the child. In this episode I'm joined by Kayelene Kerr, a former police officer with 24 years experience in law enforcement investigating sexual crimes. Kayelene is highly experience, educated and...

What do you think of when you hear the terms 'gentle parenting' or 'conscious parenting'? That it is just a bunch of parents too scared to say "no" to their child, and letting their kids do what they want, whenever they want, regardless of consequence? In this episode, I wanted to give you my thoughts behind conscious and gentle parenting. These opinions are my own, and I'm sure they differ from many who follow a similar parenting approach, however I receive countless messages across my...

Nadine is a wife, mother of three and fierce advocate of children with different abilities. We don't use the word 'disability' here. Nadine is a true inspiration in how she mothers all of her children, but I'm in awe of her advocacy and passion in helping her 6 year old son navigate the world while living with autism. This episode has lessons for us all- but particularly for parents, carers and teachers of children with and without additional needs. Come learn The Brooklyn Way. With...

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