Mother, Unrefined (Nicola Jess)
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| 04 Jul 2022 | Episode 1: We're back together! Get to know us with a q&a over wine. Sex, partners & shitty jobs | 00:30:30 | |
We're back together as Mother, Unrefined, in a podcast NOBODY asked for (because there isn't enough #mumlife podcasts out there). | |||
| 30 Jun 2022 | Trailer | 00:00:39 | |
Welcome to Mother, Unrefined... a podcast brought to you by two old friends (and ex-business partners) who have reignited their flame over Motherhood. | |||
| 04 Jul 2022 | Episode 2 - Mum guilt, toddler meltdowns, trolls and garlic vag, how's your week? | 00:35:28 | |
Episode title and number: 02 Hello and welcome to Mother, Unrefined – a podcast brought to you by two old friends and ex-business partners who have reunited their flame over motherhood. Co-hosted by Nicola Scruby and Jessica Frank; the aim of this podcast is to make every woman who listens feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood – however that may look. We’re back and made it to ep 2 – thanks for listening despite the crackly voices (thanks daycare & inexperience in the podcast sound space). · Mother, Unrefined moment – Mum guilt and toddler shopping meltdowns! · What is this podcast – kids and parenting as well as real life experiences. We don’t want to lose our identity and want to be able to share our crazy stories with you! · When do we have to stop swearing in front of our kids? · What/ who is ShiShi? · Insta trolls and unsolicited advice! · Garlic vagina… Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ Things we love: Smooshed wholefood balls delish!! Skinstitut game changer and on sale! Pureology a bit exxy but so worth it! | |||
| 11 Jul 2022 | Episode 3 - Newborn sleep with baby care specialist Millie Poppins - feeding to sleep, sleep environment and how to deal with newborn life | 00:51:04 | |
Brief summary of episode:
Do yourself a favour and follow @millie.poppins and definitely sign up for her FREE encouraging newborn sleep guide and as promised the links to her amazing masterclasses are here. | |||
| 07 Jul 2022 | BONUS EPISODE! Rapid fire Q&A, Whale penis, first dates, the newborn connection & leg vaginas | 00:38:55 | |
BONUS EPISODE! Thank you to everyone who has listened to our podcast and even left a review, we are truly grateful to each and every one of you.
Remember to follow us over @mother_unrefined on instagram to stay up to date with episodes and upcoming competitions! | |||
| 13 Jul 2022 | Bonus episode AGAIN - light switch nipples, large areolas, 20s vs 30s, fake tan in labour, dandruff & self-care in Motherhood? | 00:32:54 | |
We're back! In another BONUS episode where we have a chit chat about #mumlife | |||
| 18 Jul 2022 | Episode 4: Daycare - how we chose one, separation anxiety, sickness, peep shows, bidets and breakdowns. | 00:47:31 | |
Brief summary of episode: Hello and welcome to Mother, Unrefined – a podcast brought to you by two old friends and ex-business partners who have reunited their flame over motherhood. I’m Jess Frank and I’m Nicola Scruby and we’re your hosts! The aim of this podcast is to make every woman who listens feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood – however that may look. Quick disclaimer before we jump into todays episode – we won’t be watching our language!
And finally…we love daycare!! Our fav products this week: Fluidform Pilates! Extreme convenience! Amazing through pregnancy, postpartum and beyond! Baume 27 Expensive but oh so amazing!! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 21 Jul 2022 | Listeners ask US questions - the business break-up, sex after children, botox, annoying habits, skincare & cheese genitals | 00:32:44 | |
BONUS EPISODE! | |||
| 25 Jul 2022 | Episode 6: Navigating toddlerhood with Mandy Richardson: brain development, setting boundaries, biting, sharing, risky play, screen time and effective play spaces | 01:06:45 | |
Brief summary of episode:
Raise toddlers website and membership options here Follow Raise Toddlers on Instagram here Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 28 Jul 2022 | Episode 7: Motherhood identity, do you still make out with your partner? Changing your surname after marriage, JLO and hot sauce | 00:26:31 | |
Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look).
Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 01 Aug 2022 | Episode 8: Postpartum depletion with Nutritionist Nicola Scruby - preparing for the fourth trimester, important nutrients postpartum, postpartum depression, supplements, blood tests & postpartum conditions | 00:55:03 | |
Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look).
Nicola's book recommendations:
Book an appointment with Nicola at Maia Mother's Clinic | |||
| 08 Aug 2022 | Episode 9: Separation anxiety, mum guilt, period farts and 2 truths & a lie | 00:38:34 | |
Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look).
The book that came recommended by a few of you The Invisible String Our pick of products this week - The addiction is real!!! Habitual Beauty - Ingestible Beauty Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 15 Aug 2022 | Episode 10: New Beginnings with Charlotte Durack - running a business, sole parenting and dating with a toddler, finding love after heartbreak | 00:43:57 | |
Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look).
Check out Charlotte's business - Agri Creative Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 22 Aug 2022 | Episode 11: Mum hacks you can't live without, trivia and mum panties | 00:31:25 | |
In today's episode we discuss our favourite MUM HACKS! We also share some that were sent in from our listeners. If you're looking to save time and energy as a parent, this episode is not to be missed!
Nicola's bath sea animals can be bought HERE Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 29 Aug 2022 | Episode 12: Keira Rumble - navigating motherhood & relationships with a business, infertility, endometriosis & trusting your gut | 00:54:37 | |
In this episode of Mother, Unrefined, we chat to the founder of Habitual Beauty and Krumbled Beauty Bites, Keira Rumble. | |||
| 05 Sep 2022 | Let's talk about Exs! Discussing our past dating lives, breakups, make-ups, crazy b$*@! moments, cheesy quotes & toddler tantrums | 00:43:08 | |
Today's episode is a deep dive into our old lives pre kids. We are chatting all things dating, exes, and some funny stories that happened along the way. Basically a therapy session for us that you're welcome to sit in on! Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look). · Another toddler meltdown…with a very RUDE comment on the side and managing strangers’ expectations · Trivia that didn’t start with a bang but we got there lol · Breakups and Nicolas Pinterest Board of quotes · ‘Never allow someone to be your priority while being their option’ – quote sparked by the ex we call Dick Cheese · Nicola’s 30 day rule and accepting the break up · When Mitch broke up with Nicola…guys, don’t stress…it all worked out ok 😉 · When Jess almost broke up with Matt because he was too nice · Our pattern of being attracted to the bad guy and the drama · Jess’ bad break up before she met Matt · Crazy bitch moments that we have had and burning bridges · The bizarre way that Nicola was broken up with · Some of our takeaways from past relationships and break ups and Nicola’s good advice · Jess Frank – Don’t Call · STD’s and UTI’s and conversations with mums Product chat - My Magic Mud Charcoal Activator - ours has yet to arrive so will keep you posted on this one! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 12 Sep 2022 | Episode 14: Emotional Wellbeing with Ami Rankin - Getting our sparkle back! | 01:09:04 | |
Today's episode is an honest chat with Emotional Wellbeing Coach, Ami Rankin. We discuss everything from our expectations, to resentments, guilt and short fuses and Ami provides some actionable take-aways to help us cope. This episode is a must listen for all mums and women and we hope it helps you as much as it has helped us! Trigger warning: Ami discusses her personal experience with postnatal depression, postnatal anxiety and postnatal depletion. Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look). · Feeling flat today – Nicola going through weaning and Jess is solo parenting for three weeks and it didn’t get off to a good start. · Falling over and turning up to restaurants a month early! · Interviewed Ami Ranking – an emotional intelligence and wellbeing coach – helping us to get our sparkle back! · Going from 1 – 2 kids and dealing with the adjustments of a newborn with a toddler. · How Ami coped and worked through postnatal anxiety and depression · The HALT theory (hungry, angry, lonely, tired) · Expectations with ourselves, our partners, friends and kids · How expectations can lead to resentment · Prioritising honest conversations with our partners and sharing our expectations · Guilt and short fuses with our kids. How we expect our kids to keep their emotions in check when we can’t do it all the time. · Everyone’s fav episode with Mandy from Raise Toddlers making another appearance 😉 · Guilt towards having a second baby and some thoughts Ami had on that · Toxic diet culture and how Ami changed her mind set and how she deals with the ups and downs of societal pressures and personal pressures · Realistic routines to kick off your day · Sensory overload and overstimulation – finding your trigger point
Ami’s podcast – The Nourishing Ami Podcast Our fav episodes - ep-116-mum-rage-series-expectations-frustration / ep-118-mum-rage-series-resentment-frustration-comparison Find Ami and book in with her HERE and follow her on Instagram HERE If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | Episode 15: Mum loneliness, weaning a toddler, raging hormones & hairy chins | 00:44:28 | |
Today's episode is another solo chit chat with Jess and Nicola. We talk about everything from mum loneliness, gastro, weaning a toddler, raging hormones and our hairy chins. Mother, Unrefined moments - poo & blood, the worst combination Nicola’s favourite workout YouTube channel: Madfit Jess’s favourite cleaning products: Tirtyl Australia If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... | |||
| 26 Sep 2022 | Episode 16: Newborn essentials - swaddles, giant bloody panties & camel toes | 00:31:05 | |
In today's episode, Jess & Nicola take a trip down memory lane and discuss their favourite NEWBORN ESSENTIALS + vaginas post birth. Some of these items were a life-saver in the newborn phase so highly recommend you give this ep a listen if you're pregnant or looking for newborn items. | |||
| 03 Oct 2022 | Understanding our environmental impact and raising eco warriors with Mitch Kriesler | 01:12:33 | |
In today's episode we chat with the lovely Mitch Kriesler - A product coordinator at Planet Ark who is helping to deliver a new product scheme for coffee pods. We spoke all about the ways that we can change our behaviour and mindset when approaching the topic of our environmental footprints with our kids. He is a wealth of knowledge (as well as an all around great guy!) and we had the best time learning from him and we know you will love this episode too! As always we start with our Mother, Unrefined moments that get passive aggressive with Nicola’s partner Mitch and Jess just being a Muppet. Episode breakdown: · Learn about the coffee pod scheme here · Educating our kids about the environment. Some resources below · Turning eco anxiety into an opportunity to get involved for our kids and taking positive · Connecting with community and tackling major weather crisis · Food waste and some food saving hacks! · http://seasonalfoodguide.com/ · Being realistic about re-usable products – here comes that eco anxiety again! Plenty of · Clothing waste and the impact on the environment and even our hormones. · Some tips to shop responsibly https://goodonyou.eco/ · Help to capture your microplastics in the wash https://www.coraball.com/en-au · Clean cleaning options · Recycling correctly and teaching our children the importance of this. Some resources · Compost options and showing the connection of food to our kids. Some resources below · Mitch’s top three changes we can make to improve our environmental impact – Lowering our meat consumption, using public transport or walking where possible, understanding recycling. < | |||
| 10 Oct 2022 | Episode 18 - Birth Story - Jess and Matilda | 00:47:55 | |
Birth story time - the day Matilda came into the world! Today Nicola interviews Jess about her pregnancy and the birth of her daughter. What she expected vs what actually happened and what she would do differently. Mother, Unrefined moments that is basically a collection of messiness, overwhelm, baking and never-ending daycare sickness
· Pre-conception and the whacky way Jess found out she was pregnant · Pregnancy, spreadsheets, and the steps after finding out she was pregnant · Pregnancy during Covid in London · Birth plan and hypnobirthing · Stretch and sweeps and inductions · Labouring at home to start – Jess couldn’t get into the bath for a long time after labour! Shoutout to the TENs machine · Breaking down at the hospital and sneaking Matt into the hospital room · Gas and air time and losing the plot · Choosing intervention and time to push · Matt eats a burrito and Jess gets the Ventouse · Matilda arrives and Jess didn’t have the immediate connection · The big tea and toast let down · The recovery
Nicola’s birth story – up next episode!
If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 17 Oct 2022 | Episode 19 - Nicola's birth story, vaginal birth 41 weeks, retained placenta & haemorrhage | 00:55:47 | |
It's time for Nicola's birth story! Today Jess interviews Nicola about her pregnancy and the birth of her son. What she expected vs what actually happened and what she would do differently. Mother, Unrefined moments first! We also offer a trigger warning for those triggered by themes of conception and birth trauma. Episode breakdown: · Pre-conception and telling Nicola's partner she was pregnant · Pregnancy, implantation bleeding and perinatal haematoma · Birth plan and hypnobirthing · Stretch and sweeps and inductions · Labouring at home to start – KFC two piece labour box · 35 hour labour · Induction, infection, haemorrhage, retained placenta x 2 If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 24 Oct 2022 | Episode 20 - Finance and relationships with Patti Lupari - finding balance and autonomy in different roles | 00:59:32 | |
In todays episode we chat to the lovely Patti Lupari from @pattionthemoney about a topic that’s usually shied away from – MONEY! Patti is a mindful wealth advocate and her page gives some practical tips and actional takeaways for us to improve our financial literacy. Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. It does not take into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Before acting on any information, you should consider the appropriateness of the information provided and the nature of the relevant financial product having regard to your objectives, financial situation and needs. Let’s jump into the episode: Mother, Unrefined moments that in classic us style centre around bowel movements…sorry!
· Building a relationship with money and why it’s important · When and how to discuss finances with your partner · What’s fair when it comes to spending and different roles in the household · Having separate finances · Budget conversations · Budget tips · Finances in the relationship when one partner has their own business · Unhealthy financial relationships · Advocating for ourselves · Investing for our children and helping to nurture a healthy financial relationship · Patti answers some anonymous questions that came through from you! Some resources we mentioned in this episode https://www.barefootinvestor.com/ https://sugarmamma.tv/the-1000-project/
If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 31 Oct 2022 | Episode 21: Toddler Fatigue, big boy beds, fussy eaters and a new business | 00:38:53 | |
In todays episode we vent out our toddler exhaustion. Apologies in advance if you’re not ready to hear us rant but it’s been a week and we don’t want to pretend like we have it all together when we are struggling! The terrible two’s are well and truly here for both of us so settle in while we talk through it and solve absolutely nothing! Let’s jump into the episode: Mother, Unrefined moments with artistic licence from Matilda and announcements from Leo
· Jess in Brisbane this week and we got to parent together · Terrible two’s have begun for Nicola! · Sleepless nights again – sickness and monsters (thanks YouTube kids) · Leo front flipping out of the cot – Nicola is off to buy a toddler bed · The week that has been… · Everyone is sick again, Matilda is hitting again & Leo only eating toast again · Gentle parenting went out the window this week but at least we were together NEWS THIS WEEK!! Nics pregnant! Stay tuned for the next bonus episode where we chat all about it! Jess launched her business @littlefrankstore and we chat about how and why it started as well as the brand ethos and the difficulties and excitements. Check it out: www.littlefrankstore.com Use the code motherunrefined for 10% off your order!
If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 03 Nov 2022 | Bonus Episode - Nicola is Pregnant! | 00:34:03 | |
Welcome to today’s special bonus episode of Mother, Unrefined! Nicola has announced some news…she is 14 weeks pregnant! And we wanted to dedicate a special episode to chatting all about it and discussing the ins and outs, the highs and lows and differences to her pregnancy with Leo.
· Conception, how she found out she was pregnant…and a little confession to Mitch. · The hormonal shift Nicola went through when weaning in early pregnancy. · The noticeable differences to her first pregnancy · What are the main symptoms she has faced? · How her appointments have gone. With a special nod to her obstetrician! · Pregnancy with a toddler…and a quick off topic on the rough toddler sleep she is currently going through with Leo. · How she is feeling about the birth after the complications she face with Leo’s birth and what she is doing to prepare herself.
If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 07 Nov 2022 | Episode 23: Single mum of 4 and suicide loss survivor Christielee sheds light on how she turned her life around | 01:03:32 | |
Welcome to today's special episode of Mother, Unrefined. In today's interview we chat to the inspiring and courageous, Christielee Plumridge. Christielee is a single mum of 4, a suicide loss survivor, writer and story teller and mental health advocate. We are so honoured to be chatting with her and hearing her story and Christielee, we can’t thank you enough for sharing with us. You are a true light! Trigger warning This episode talks about very big issues such as suicide, rape, domestic violence and addiction. If this is triggering for you we ask that you switch off now and listen when you feel ready or just skip it completely and join us in the next episode.
Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 14 Nov 2022 | HELP! What happened to our amazing sleepers? Tackling toddler sleep with @thesleepnurse | 01:09:50 | |
Toddler sleep...what has happened to our amazing little sleepers? In episode 24 we chat with Hannah from @thesleepnurse (a registered nurse, sleep consultant and mum of 3) all about the changes that happen with our toddlers and why they suddenly start waking up all throughout the night or eye-wateringly early in the morning. Hannah is amazing and gave us so many good tips to help us navigate this phase. This episode is a MUST LISTEN!
· The changes that happen in a 1-2 year old and their sleep needs · How do we know when our kids are ready to drop the last nap? · What to do once the nap is gone and adjusting bedtimes · Temperature and toddler sleep · The main reasons for night wakings · Sleep training for toddlers vs newborns · Gradual withdrawal and checklists · Bringing toddlers into our beds · Big kid bed set ups – what to do and when to do it · Baby gates – game changers! · Nightmares and monsters, understanding it and what to do · Introducing newborns into the family and how to adjust for changes in sleep and routines for bigger kids · Room sharing · Listener questions – we ask Hannah some of the questions you guys sent in - real life case studies! If you want to get in touch with Hannah you can reach her here or via her Instagram @thesleepnurse If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 21 Nov 2022 | Travelling with toddlers - sharing and comparing. Planes, long car trips, terrible hotels and what to pack and expect! | 00:35:32 | |
Travelling with a toddler – sharing our experiences of our travels with kids. Plane rides, long car trips, shitty hotel rooms, what to pack and what to expect. Mother, Unrefined moments – Halloween vomit sesh and smelly shower wee. Episode breakdown: · Leo’s first flight – Nicola’s anxieties with flying and Leo loved it! · Long haul flights and expectations vs reality · Packing light or overpacking – which one are you? · Packing food for toddlers on flights because they don’t get food · How our toddlers went being away from home. Sleep, packing, behaviour etc · Apartment and hotel sizes and set ups- do your research! · Product review Aim’n code: UNREFINED20 ILIA skin tint
If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 28 Nov 2022 | Interview with Mandy Richardson aka the toddler whisperer - biting, potty training, fussy eating, sleep regressions & managing adult toddlers | 01:19:27 | |
Guess who's back, back again...today we are lucky enough to chat with the toddler whisperer Mandy from @raisetoddlers again! And boy did we throw some questions at her! We cover so much in today's episode and we know you will get so much out of it so grab a coffee and settle in! Episode breakdown:
Mandy has some amazing services and packages to help you with the toddler years. Get in touch with Mandy here or have a look at her membership options here. If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 05 Dec 2022 | Full-time mumming vs working mums - mum guilt, work-life balance and finances | 00:38:10 | |
Today we are chatting going back to work vs not going back to work. We have one of each perspective and we compare our experiences with each other but ultimately there is no right answer here and we just do what works best for our families. Episode breakdown: · Father Unrefined moments- it's the husbands' turn. Maternity Wear and Battle Axes. · Nicola, working mum and Jess is a stay at home mum. · Nicola discusses how she prefers being back at work part time and is more present with Leo · Jess talking being so grateful to be able to spend the day with Matilda vs her boredom and monotonous thoughts · Getting frustrated with our kids when its not at all their fault and realising our needs. · Nicolas transition back to work/ daycare/ routine change etc · Parental favouritism shift in Nicola's house · Finances - the reality and the thoughts we have on it. · Career progression once having kids and the change we go through · A cheeky little comparison of our training in retail to having kids · Family FOMO · Prank calls to Nicola while she has quality family time · Whatever you do we're all in this together and there is no right or wrong answer If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 12 Dec 2022 | Dr Raelia Lew and the benefits of Lovers LUBE, when should you freeze your eggs, NIPT tests, fertility tests and postpartum sex drive | 00:58:49 | |
Today we are chatting with Dr Raelia Lew, a Gynaecologist, Obstetrician and CREI Fertility expert who is also the co-founder of Lovers. A brand new specialty lube on the market that will shake up our sex lives! We are chatting all things lube, sex and fertility. Grab a coffee and get ready to learn with this episode!
Check out Lovers products and info here Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 20 Dec 2022 | 2022 Season Finale - Highlights, lowlights, toddler life, squirting & baby names | 00:41:50 | |
Welcome to the final episode of the 2022! What a year it's been! Today's ep is a reflection of the year that was - we discuss our highlights, lowlights, what we are so appreciative of (spoiler alert - it's you guys and each other!) and a few little hints at what's to come next year! You can think of this episode as our Christmas party catch up so while we can't all be together, we hope you feel included as this would just not be possible without you! Episode breakdown: · Mother, Unrefined moments- these toddlers just crack us up! · Jess has a confession for Nicola about something from our first few episodes · Sharing our highlights of the year and one lowlight · Our last product review of the year · From the bottom of our heart we can't thank you enough to everyone who has If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 09 Jan 2023 | Episode 1 2023! Exciting announcement, holiday re-cap, pregnancy anxiety, feeders & micro-resolutions | 00:45:25 | |
Hello 2023! The holidays are over and we are so excited to be back! We have a few things to share today about how our year ahead will look…let’s just say it will be a busy one for both of us! We are also chatting about our Christmas break including some pregnancy anxiety, dealing with feeders and micro-resolutions.
· Jess is pregnant! Her and matt are welcoming a little boy in July · The noticeable differences to her first pregnancy · Exhaustion life – lack of motivation and the fog · New year’s resolutions – micro resolutions starting with Nicola’s reading and getting accountable. Jess’ plans for little frank store and getting fit for birth · Miele is the MVP of vacuum cleaners! We won’t hear anything else · Catch up on Nic’s pregnancy and her honest chat on insta about different parenting styles with a heart-warming moment from Leo · The differences between Matilda and Leo at 2-2.5 years · The Google nest pest · Our kids struggled on this holiday and how we lose our cool as parents · Getting triggered by family over the holidays · Watching our kids grow and learn is the best · Toddler e-book from Nicola is sooooo close to being ready! Stay tuned · Why does our family want to feed our kids junk all the time? · Bush wee’s · Pregnancy boobs! · The Vent is coming – tell us your secrets or questions and we will discuss it on the poddy
If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__
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| 16 Jan 2023 | Starting daycare & daycare sickness - sick & tired vent, what works for us, baby teeth & pregnancy hair | 00:41:02 | |
Daycare is back on for the year! Thank God! And while we LOVE you daycare we are not ready for the never ending sickness that comes with it. Today we are discussing our adjustment back to daycare for 2023 and all that comes with it. And in what seems to be perfect (or not so perfect) timing for Nicola, she has been struck down with a case of daycare sickness to kick off the week! We are also sharing a few weird things that we have noticed in this pregnancy at the end of the episode.
· An interesting habit from Nicola · Straight into daycare sickness chats and how we managed the adjustment of · Nic is very on top if hand sanitiser · Starting back at daycare after the holiday break – how our kids went · Nicola’s tip for hiding her phone and a tangent on kids and technology · Starting daycare for the first time – what worked for us. A recap on this episode · Bit of OCD and behavioural changes · A few last mins chats on our pregnancy and symptoms
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| 23 Jan 2023 | What is a Doula? Interview with the Modern Doula - birth and postpartum preparation, coping with pain during labour, home-births and more! | 00:55:19 | |
So what actually is a Doula? Today we chat with Alice from @themodern.doula about all things birth, birth preparation and postpartum expectations. For anyone who is expecting, knows someone who is expecting or wants to think and reflect on their birth experience this episode is for you! Alice chats about her role as a doula and some ways in which she helps to empower women to make informed choices and have a positive birth experience.
· What is a Doula? · When should I look for a Doula? · What’s included? What happens during the birth? · The due date mind space · What medical training does a Doula have/ what kind of support does a Doula offer? · Hypnobirthing and coping mechanisms for pain · Understanding and working with pain · Postpartum care, rest and recovery · Postpartum meal service options and foods to prioritise in the postpartum period · How do Doulas work with healthcare providers? · Navigating difficult situations in birth · Working with families with different beliefs and cultures · Talking homebirths! What happens, who is there and the costs involved · Alice’s journey to becoming a Doula and how she continues to educate herself You can find Alice at The Modern Doula or via her Instagram @themoderndoula The postpartum meal delivery service we mentioned – The Golden Month & Meals4Mummas (Central Coast NSW)
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| 30 Jan 2023 | The Vent - What happens when you move in with your in-laws and are stuck with their way of parenting! | 00:26:34 | |
Welcome to our first episode of our new segment, The Vent! You send in your questions (or uncomfortable situations) and we discuss it! · Jess' little parenting insight thanks to Matt's sisters · Nicola's parking fail · The Vent - today's question - Currently living with our in-laws and it's like cos we live with them I can't parent how I want to parent. I brought this up with my · Nicola chats about her book about resentment · Unsolicited advice from the boomers · How long are you staying? weighing up the options · Ripping the bandaid off as it happens and picking your battles · Making a joke of it If you have any juicy questions or situations you want us to discuss send it in to us via our dms or email hello@motherunrefined.com.au If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 06 Feb 2023 | Toddler diaries, relationships in pregnancy, soft cheese and gua shas | 00:40:47 | |
Bit of a jumbled and catch up episode this week . Jumping in with our toddler diaries – what silly and hilarious things our 2 year olds have done this week! How our pregnancies are both going and what skincare is Nicola using at the moment .
· Funny things that our kids have done · Pregnancy catch up. · Nicola is 27 weeks (third trimester) – where she is at and how she is going? · Family help and paternity leave · Jess is 18 weeks and having a time · What have we bought? · The shift in relationships during pregnancy · The compromise of pregnancy · Botox, wrinkles and skincare · Nicola and her gua sha If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 13 Feb 2023 | De-influencing, mothers groups, podcasts and peer pressure in parenting | 00:42:45 | |
We are taking a little break from only talking kids today (although they do creep in) and chatting about some of our fav podcasts, rituals as well as some ‘what the f*$% moments’ from our past. We also discuss de-influencing and get into Nicola's DM's. Enjoy Episode 36 and don't forget to sign up to our Mother, Unrefined mothers group here
· Our stuff up last week · Vagina candles, Queefing and a sandwich Question time · What little thing did you do for yourself this morning? · What’s your fav age so far? · Are you scared to have another baby? · What podcasts are you listening to right now? · What is a ‘what the f%&* was I thinking?’ moment from your past? Peer pressure and parenting · Mothers’ groups and social media and outsiders opinions · Nicola’s dm’s De-influencing – we are here for it! We share ours as well as our love for a particular skincare brand! Back to the mothers group- join ours on facebook here The podcasts we love – Jess – Not Skinny but not Fat & Smartless Nic – Outspoken & Life Uncut & Australian Birth Stories Nicolas discount code for MCo Beauty - NICOLA20
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| 20 Feb 2023 | Episode 37 - THE VENT! What to do when one partner isn't ready for another child, postpartum identity loss, sex & attraction while pregnant & couple's counselling | 00:35:33 | |
THE VENT is back! Today we discuss one listener's dilemma with wanting another child, while her partner is on the fence. We also discuss pregnancy shoots, sex during pregnancy & attraction level, couple's counselling (and our own experiences) and Jess's ANNOUNCEMENT! Enjoy Episode 37 and don't forget to sign up to our Mother, Unrefined mothers group here
· Jess's announcement (Nicola had no idea!) · Postpartum identity loss · Mother Unrefined moments · THE VENT question & answer · Couple's counselling · Baby showers for the second pregnancy? An actual thing? · JOIN OUR MOTHER'S GROUP here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 27 Feb 2023 | Nicola's trip to Emergency, mother's intuition, Madeleine McCann and potty training | 00:24:07 | |
It's been a week! Starting the episode with a breakdown of Nicola's trip to the emergency room with Leo and taking a moment for mother's intuition! We also talk about the strange news that a young girl is claiming to be Madeleine McCann and what little we actually know about the case.
· Nicola, the cake master! · A trip to the emergency room for Nic & Leo · Some food guilt from a stranger (and does anyone remember the healthy vending · Gastro again this week coupled with toilet training · Going at our own pace with toilet training (in case you haven't listened to our · Chatting the Madeleine McCann saga - we both clearly know very little about this! · Have you ever left your child to sleep in a hotel room? If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 06 Mar 2023 | De-influencing re-visited, daycare sickness take 1 million, transverse babies, embracing mental health, attack of the birds | 00:51:14 | |
A reflection of the crazy week that has been! Illness, transverse babies, toilet training and a hostage situation with some far-too-eager birds! Nicola also recaps on the two phone scams she has received this week and we share all of our fave de-influencing products that you guys shared with us! This ep is a longer one as last weeks was cut off so grab yourself a cuppa and settle in! Episode breakdown: · The bird saga · Toilet training recap · Story time at the beach with @randwickcitylibrary and @timberlina for world pride · Nicola is sick again · Transverse babies at 30 weeks - painful, uncomfortable and a bit scary · Thank you spinning babies · Taking unproductive days for your metal health · Both Nicola and her mum getting phone scammed in one week · De-influencing is back! We asked you guys and we wanted to share ours and yours with you: - Product reviews - Vitamin C cream. Sunday Riley CEO cream and Go-to much brighter skin Back to the mothers group- join ours on facebook here Nicolas discount code for MCo Beauty - NICOLA20 If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 13 Mar 2023 | THE VENT - help! My babysitter has become my bestie...toddler sleep, ghosts and hormonal breakdowns | 00:32:35 | |
This week's episode is a goodie! We cover everything from hormones to ghosts, toddler sleep, sleep deprivation and THE VENT. · Hormonal breakdown AT THE SAME TIME If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 20 Mar 2023 | Body image in pregnancy, mothers group cliques, mum isolation and book clubs | 00:44:04 | |
Welcome to our roller-coaster of emotions! Today we are talking body image in pregnancy, mum isolation, mothers groups (ahem, join ours here) and book clubs! Jess takes about 3 different pledges so let's see how she goes with that and Nicola is gearing up and getting ready for number two to join us in a matter of weeks! Episode breakdown: · Mother, Unrefined moments - they are fucken loud and a little reality check from our two toddlers · Body image in pregnancy which lead to a discussion of movement in pregnancy (pledge 1) · Isolation in motherhood and not feeling the vibe with other mums, we both share our experiences here · Mothers groups and their cliquishness. How this prompted Nicola to start her own mothers group on facebook (pledge 2) · Book club - something that was promised a few weeks ago but was left behind. How do you actually do a book club? We discuss that plus what we are reading right now and our thoughts on Colleen Hoover. Book club via the facebook mothers group coming to you now here (pledge 3) If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 04 Apr 2023 | Leaving our toddlers for the first time, TROLLS, baby moons (without our partners) and our favourite products right now | 00:31:47 | |
Welcome to hump day - our new day to release episodes!! We've made this decision for no other reason than we need more time to edit and are disorganised... Episode breakdown: · Cutting the cord... when did you first leave your toddler · Baby moons (without your partner) · Fav and least fav products. Nicola's fav is THIC BROW CO · Instagram TROLLS - comments we had to share from some major diC&%HEADS
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| 11 Apr 2023 | Toddler anxiety, kids parties, bitchy resting face, daycare parent friends and Depop | 00:35:44 | |
Welcome back! Today we are mixing it up between serious and fluffy and talking from anxiety in toddlers & kids parties to bitchy resting face and Depop. As always we are sharing a few of our fav things lately and before we head off here’s a special Happy B’day to the man who wants us to know he does loads of drop offs and pick ups at daycare 😉
· Happy birthday to Mitch! Present fail aside from Hunter Candles · Car breakdown fail with toddlers · Leo – the life of the party · Anxiety in kids – how can we best help our kids to feel safe and comfortable when they struggle with anxiety? · Daycare mum friends- we haven’t made an effort. Should we? · Let’s open the parent chat on anxiety in kids. · Nicola’s anxieties as a child · Bitchy resting face 4 eva! · New scam – brushing. Have you heard about it? · Nicola is deep in Depop! Welcome to the club girl! · Our natural nails are having a moment right now · Nicola shares her fav pregnancy/ post-partum shorts – Blanqi · Jess’ fashion hack – PJ’s 😉
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| 17 Apr 2023 | Schoolyard bullies, Marketplace mishaps, Unsolicited advice, Adult tantrums & Desert island skincare | 00:37:18 | |
We are back to Tuesday eps- turns out we missed it! Getting a few things off our chests today – bullies, strange neighbours, unsolicited advice, tantrums (with a twist) and parenting amnesia. We are also going through our desert island must haves of skincare and are looking forward to seeing if you agree with us! We hope you enjoy todays catch up and as always, reach out if you have any questions – thanks for listening x
· Nicknames and bullies · Little trip down memory lane for Nicola · Jess’ neighbour saga continues · Marketplace mishaps · Nic’s at 38 weeks and she is nesting · Unsolicited advice, we’ve given it and received it · Emotional little toddlers · The day that Jess had a tantrum to Nicola · Easter chocolate and parenting amnesia · Leo having a little chat · Desert Island top 3 skincare products · Jess – Skinstitut Gentle Cleanser, Weleda Skin Food, Hamilton Sunscreen. Honourary mention to Habitual Sleep Mask · Nicola – Gua Sha Jane, Irridale Glow Time, Rationale Night Cream. Honourary mention to Sunday Riley CEO cream Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 24 Apr 2023 | What's in the bag? Packing Nicola's Hospital Bag and solo parenting for the both of us | 00:36:33 | |
While Nicola didn't actually give birth during this episode it certainly feels as though it's just around the corner! This week we are chatting about the hospital bag (links below) and what worked last time vs what we want for this time around. We also talk about our experience as solo parents this week and discuss a sneak peak into Nicola's new Postpartum recipe book (out soon) and what she has ready for her postpartum period. Episode breakdown: · Both of our partners are away. One gave a full itinerary, one went off grid... · A massive thank you to our incredible Mother, Unrefined community! We have both felt the love lately and the beautiful comments and message don't go unnoticed. · What's in the bag? Packing Nicola's hospital bag before the birth of her second son. See the details below: · Haaka Breast Pump, Bubba Bump Labour Prep and Postpartum Recovery Kit (discount code UNREFINED), Tens machine, Oversized shirts and Cotton On bike shorts, Maternity Bras, Bras and things Pyjamas, Heat Pack, Halcyon Nights Swaddle, Aesop skincare & Pureology. Find Nicola's full list HERE · Some other ways Nicola is preparing for round 2 of newborn life ie help, food etc · Ok time to head off as it sounds as though Nicola is giving birth right now...(she's not but those Braxton Hicks are real!) Want to meet some more mum friends in the area? Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 24 Apr 2023 | Help! My toddler isn't speaking! Interview with Speech Pathologist Alana Frederick - Speech delay, when to seek help, tongue ties/hearing/adenoids, tips for parents on a waitlist and Autism Spectrum Disorder | 01:24:03 | |
Today is one of our FAVOURITE episodes to date and is so informative. We can't wait for you to dive into today's topic, particularly if you are anxiously questioning your child's speech development. She has worked as a Speech Pathologist in Private Practice for 9 years, with the past 7 of those being based in Ipswich and its surrounds. Alana has also completed a Masters of Autism Studies to gain a better understanding of how to support children with an Autism diagnosis and has participated in additional classes in Auslan to have this as an additional skill. To find out more about seminars, workshops and booking in with Alana, head to https://www.hellofriendspeech.com.au/
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| 08 May 2023 | Hypnobirthing explained without the woo woo - Interview with Jordyn from Your Birth Project | 01:05:41 | |
In today's episode we chat to Jordyn from Your Birth Project and the podcast, Kiwi Birth Tales about creating your best pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience. Jordyn has spoken to hundreds of women about their experience and from that has created the ultimate hypnobirthing course to help empower and inform women but without the woo woo. If you or someone you know is preparing to give birth or even if you want a chance to reflect on your own birth experience this episode is a must-listen! Why did you create Your Birth Project? What is covered in the course? Is it suitable for all births? what is the golden hour? Best ways for us to incorporate our partner? Main tips for those preparing to give birth? Interventions - how can we know when to trust our intuition? Inductions and what to expect? The stages of birth? Best snacks during labour? BRAIN? What is it and how does it help during labour? Birth plans - yay or nay? What can we pack for our hospital stay that helps with the initial first days? How does Your Birth Story support postpartum recovery? To find out more about Your Birth Project, visit: If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 15 May 2023 | Postpartum prep! Nutrition, the epi-no, meal prep and what we are doing differently to prepare ourselves for life after birth | 00:41:49 | |
Welcome to another episode of Mother, Unrefined! If you're new around here the aim of this podcast is to make every woman feel less alone on her journey to and through motherhood (however that may look).
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| 22 May 2023 | Keeping the toddlers busy! Exchanging our favourite ideas for toddler activities and ways we TRY and keep them entertained | 00:41:02 | |
Recording just before Nicola’s due date and now baby James is here! Today we wanted to discuss our favourite toddler activities and compare the ways we keep our kids entertained in the hope that we get some inspiration from each other and with any luck we can pass some of that onto you! There’s nothing too out of the ordinary here (aside from Nicola’s epic tip!) but sometimes we all just need a reminder of a few little things that help with keeping the little people entertained…especially when there is a new baby in the mix!
· Nicola’s ‘lazy uterus’ haha · Jess again with the heart palpitations · The old stay at home mum drama · Delving into what activities are our kids love · Busy books for inside activities · Nicolas new food tricks for Leo · Our fav outdoor activities at home and out · Recycling for toddlers · Nicolas epic toddler activity idea · The alarm trick · Getting chores done · The make believe play · Kids magazines · Bunnings forever! · Product review time! Fluid form protein/ Kora Organics noni face oil / Skinstitut facemasks / Kevyn Aucoin Sensual skin enhancer
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| 12 Jun 2023 | Welcome James! Nicola's transition from 1 to 2 kids, Newborn life, Scary encounters and Birthday suits | 00:52:42 | |
We’re back! Jess is on the tail end of a cold and Nicola has a newborn and is sleep deprived so today involves a fair bit of babble! Nicola has had her beautiful boy, James. so today we are chatting all about her adjustment to becoming a mum of two. Her reality so far vs what she expected. We also have one very intense Mother, Unrefined moment from Nicola and one very silly one from Jess’ husband. FYI- all three kids around for this recording so prepare to hear a few extra voices
· The differences in James and Leo · Nicola’s Mother, Unrefined moment – a very scary encounter · Jess’ husbands birthday suit · Jess has an apology · All of our kids are involved in todays ep #mumlife · Has the transition from one to two kids been as expected? · Sleep or lack thereof · What’s helped Nic in her postpartum time? · Nicolas epic toddler activity idea · Pregnancy update from Jess – currently 36 weeks · Birth snacks · Toy obsession from Nicola - Playmobil · Quick break to chat feeling safe as a woman · Product review from Nic- Pico Chocolate & Milkrun · Jess chats about the mum ribbon movement
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| 19 Jun 2023 | When your partner needs a break (and some credit), the relationship shift in newborn life, hemorrhoids and toilet training | 00:34:43 | |
Happy Tuesday! We are feeling a bit rested and ready to take on the day! Today we are chatting a bit about the adjustment from one to two and how relationships look in that time. We also want to acknowledge the Dads and other partners who do a lot and also need both credit and a break. As always there is also a bit of poo talk (toilet training this time round) and chatting hemorrhoids in pregnancy! We also want to thank everyone for joining our Mother, Unrefined Mothers group on FB, Check the link below if you haven't yet! Happy listening xx Episode breakdown: · The adjustment of relationships with a newborn · The roles within the household of each parent and the intimacy shift · Giving Dad some credit and knowing when the other parent needs a break · Some Facebook love! Join our Mother, Unrefined group via the link Below · Travel with kids and Moffat Beach House https://www.airbnb.com/h/moffat-beach-house · Nic and Mitch and have been listening to Two Doting Dads and discussing when the Dads can have some time to themselves · Booking in some time off and knowing when to take it · Organising a Brisbane meet up from our Facebook group · Toilet training and where we are with it · Poo goes home to Pooland - app · Hemorrhoids in pregnancy · Off to get some bday pressies for the almost 3 year old, Matilda!
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| 10 Jul 2023 | Relationships and sex pre and post baby, daycare sickness with a newborn and a few of our latest purchases | 00:49:10 | |
Episode breakdown: · 39 week update & celebrating over a year of recording Mother, Unrefined · Listeners questions - we picked 5 · 1. How is your relationship post baby vs pre baby? · 2. Last thing you bought? (NOWAY ATP Collagen bars , Citizens of Humanity Ayla · 3. When do you have sex post baby? · 4. Fav skincare and makeup? ( Nic -Sunday Riley CEO, Rationale Jess - Skinsitut, Dermeze) · 5. What are you doing about daycare sickness with a newborn? Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 03 Jul 2023 | Threenager behaviour, discipline, unsolicited advice and fav products of the week | 00:38:08 | |
Today is one of our favourite eps because it seemed like another therapy session... that every toddler mum can relate to! We delve Episode breakdown:
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| 31 Jul 2023 | Baby George's birth story - positive hospital birth with epidural | 00:44:03 | |
Welcome baby George! Coming into the world at 39 + 1 weeks with a spontaneous and very positive hospital birth, Jess welcomed her second child in early July and it was night & day to the birth of her first child. Listen now to hear her positive birth story and a few of her newborn must-have items.
· Welcome baby George! · Stretch & sweeps · Spontaneous water breaking · Contractions, early labour & hair · Getting to the hospital & checks · Active labour & epidural · Recovery · Matilda & George and their relationship · Strange nurse situation · Marginal cords · Jess’ newborn essentials Blanqi recovery tights, Baby loungers, Fold away change table, vagina ice packs, Brillo Beauty
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| 17 Jul 2023 | James and Nicola's birth story - positive hospital birth | 01:05:59 | |
It's finally here! Nicola's birth story. This is a completely different birth to Nicola's first with Leo. It was extremely positive and she feels very fortunate to be able to share it with our listeners. Episode breakdown: · Early labour or Braxton Hicks? · Mitch plays soccer while Nicola labours in the park · Labour massage · Shit pre-pregnancy bento · Getting primal · Tens machine, hospital birth, placenta delivery and a shower post labour! Nicola's previous birth vlog on youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kJejxXCIxTs&t=40s If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 24 Jul 2023 | Things we wish we knew as first time parents, Jonah Hill and toxic ex's plus a raunchy product review from Nicola | 00:56:00 | |
Welcome back to the pod! Today we are introducing baby George and discussing all the things we wish we knew as a first-time mum – hindsight is 20/20! Also talking about the troubling text from Jonah Hill and a few of our personal experiences with our toxic ex’s. One of our product reviews today gets a bit raunchy but it’s changed Nicola’s life so let us know if it’s changed yours too! As always happy listening and please like, rate or review if you are enjoying our catch ups each week. xx
· Welcome baby George! · Mother, Unrefined moments · Things we wish we knew as first-time parents · The phases, the nursery, postpartum, relationship shifts · Getting toddler fit and drinking wine · Letting go and accepting help (even if it’s from a robot) · The power of the shower cry · Jonah Hill and his boundaries – leading us to a convo about our toxic ex’s, manipulation, and jealousy · A personal experience from Nicola that has sadly happened to far too many people and was also handled poorly by her ex · Nicola and her Clit Sucker · Jess’ new fav nail polish – OPI Bare My Soul
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| 07 Aug 2023 | Mothers' groups, doom scrolling and sexpecations, boobs after birth and who the eff is Samantha Azzopardi? | 00:47:20 | |
Maybe it’s the postpartum brain but we obviously can’t keep on track today. From mothers’ groups, introversion, bitchy resting face, nasal spray tans, fiction novels, doom scrolling, ugly newborn photos, boobs after birth and scary con artists…this episode covers it all lol. Grab a coffee and strap in, we are all over the place and ready to chat!
· Mothers’ groups have kicked off (join the mother, unrefined below) · Baby George and his eyes · So bad they’re good – newborn pics · The seven husbands of Evelyn Hugo – wait, did we actually manage to get the book club thing for the first time · Doom scrolling and sexpectations · Boobs after birth · Nasal spray tan – not for us · Who the eff is Samantha Azzopardi? Do you use babysitters? · Making mum friends when you’re an introvert or ambivert · Nappy overflow to finish the ep
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| 14 Aug 2023 | Child safety, sharing photos of children online, "mumfluencers" and sharing our own experiences | 00:51:08 | |
TRIGGER WARNING - This episode contains themes of child safety and assault, sexual assault and personal stories which listeners may find confronting or distressing. Please feel free to skip this episode or come back to it at a suitable time. Episode breakdown: · TRIGGER WARNING · Mother Unrefined moments · Nicola hits the 3 months postpartum hormone low and is contacted by a Police Detective... · Our thoughts on sharing images of our children online, the rise of the "mumfluencer" and what that means for child protection and rights, how do we protect children online moving forward? · Our own personal experiences (when lecturers and family members cross boundaries) · Discussions we can have with our children surrounding safety Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 21 Aug 2023 | Toddler tantrum hacks, toxic traits and "good parenting" | 00:56:25 | |
Grab a coffee and strap in, we are all over the place and ready to chat! From potato poos, frantic floor wiping and crunching to toddler hacks and "good parents" - today is filled with bulk word vomit! Episode breakdown: · Pelvic floor moments · Rapidfire Q&A · Why did you want to become a parent? · Why did you not stop at one child? · Would you have had kids sooner if you could? · Toxic traits! From tidying, clean floors and old tissues - hear us vent! · Overstimulation as a parent · What defines a good parent? · Toddler tantrum hacks! Parents write in & tell us their favs! · Happy b'day to a special listener Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 04 Sep 2023 | Taking applications for housewives, big toddler questions & a secret shopping hack ;) | 00:29:32 | |
A short and sweet one this week after our week off and we are so happy to be back! Discussing some funny bedtime mishaps, unseen tasks, self worth, staying in your lane and dolls named Deborah. We also have a sneaky little shopping hack for you guys and would LOVE to know if you use it! We hope you enjoy xx
· Construction, Mastitis, Conjunctivitis and sleep regressions · Mother, Unrefined moments – Deborah, shower pees, bedtime mishaps and sexy books · A little shopping hack – here’s hoping the husbands don’t listen · ‘Dad, I want to be like you’ ‘Mum, what do you do?’ · Taking applications for a housewife What women do and the unseen tasks · Flamingos and their postpartum journey · Staying in your lane · What are your kids watching right now?
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| 11 Sep 2023 | Catching up IRL, Dr Golly's new book, Newborn life for dads and a touch of toddler sleep | 00:35:32 | |
A power-pod today as we cover a whole bunch of things in a 30 min sesh. We actually got to spend the week together this week and meet each other’s new babies which was just amazing! Of course, we didn’t get as much done as we would have liked (mum life) but we did get up to a few fun little bits that we will chat about today amongst other things like toddler sleep, newborn life for dads and The Barbie Movie! Happy listening and don’t forget to like, save, rate and review us so more people can see the pod and help us spread the Unrefined moments of motherhood x
· Positivity – hysterical – negativity · Long drives with kids and travelling · Barbie · Grant Denyer’s mum and a women’s self-worth (that pod link here) · Dr Golly – Your baby doesn’t come with a book (get it here) · Dads and newborns and toddlers and newborns · Toddler sleep and big girl beds · Listen to our episode with The Sleep Nurse on toddler sleep here · What are your kids watching right now?
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| 18 Sep 2023 | Toddlers - fussy eating, pushing boundaries, TV & our toddler reset challenge | 01:05:17 | |
| 25 Sep 2023 | Postpartum hormone drop, 2 weeks without tv (toddler challenge) and coping with sleep deprivation | 00:35:58 | |
A bit of a crazy week where everything went a bit pear-shaped. From upset babies to the internet cutting off and toddlers deciding they no longer want to sleep! Maybe this is just the reality of of the adjustment to life with two and getting through the postpartum hormone drop? Also spoke about the constant cycle of starting a new task while you're still completing another one! and lets not forget our fav topic of the moment - the toddler no tv challenge! An honest update from Nicola. This podcast is sponsored by @onceuponapp - the easiest way to save your memories in a photo book! Why not give yourself or someone you love the gift of memories. Use our code “Unrefined25” to receive a 25% discount at checkout (valid until October 17th). Click here to create your photobook. Episode breakdown: · Fake tan & wardrobe culls · Mother, Unrefined moments - report a hoon · Realities of sleep deprivation and hormone imbalance · Mum guilt · Getting sidetracked doing each task · 7 Day reset challenge updates · Zog and the flying doctors and that's not my...husband! Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 02 Oct 2023 | Period chat and first period stories, a little bit of newborn sleep and an open discussion on having more kids. | 00:45:55 | |
What's your first period story? Period chat was a big part of the beginning of our friendship all those years ago (anyone remember our e-book?) so it's only fitting it gets it's own episode! Of course we do get a bit sidetracked as always and chat about newborn sleep (or lack thereof), product reviews and an open discussion on more kids down the line. We hope you enjoy the episode and as always please like, share, rate and review! We'd also love to hear from you so dm us of there are any topics you want covered x Episode breakdown: · Newborn sleep & teeth · What are you reading? The Girl in 6E & Darling Girls · Mother, Unrefined moments · #georgeiscoming · Nicolas sisters present and our first period stories · broken hymens & tampons · Periods after kids Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 10 Oct 2023 | Expectations vs reality of a first time mum, daycare sickness & relationships postpartum | 00:42:00 | |
Is mum life what you expected? Today we are chatting to one of Jess' friends Tahlia, about newborn and new mum life. Talking from her birth and birth expectations, career decisions and some things that have taken her by surprise. Tahlia shares her experience so far and has some helpful little tips for those about to become parents. If you're a new mum or mum to be then this is a great listen before the new baby arrives and as always if you are enjoying the podcast then please like, follow, rate or review on whatever platform you are listening on. xx Episode breakdown: · Little week catch up · Welcome baby Rocco! · Birth story and recovery experience so far · What are some must have items? · Did you always want children? · Relationship transition to parenthood Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 16 Oct 2023 | Just a lot of sleep deprivation, book club gone wrong and what's entertaining your toddler at the moment? | 00:40:13 | |
Welcome to the deep inner workings of our disjointed postpartum brains! This ep makes absolutely zero sense and you will hear us discuss topics from silly sleep deprivation moments, toddler meltdowns and possible guests to lithium batteries and book club gone wrong! Haha stick with us on this one...we will be back with a focus episode next week and hope you enjoy hearing us lose it a little in this one! Episode breakdown: · Just a lot of sleep deprivation · Preferential parenting and toddler meltdowns · More mom chats and catch ups · Stolen focus and the breakdown of human kinds ability to pay attention · Still no TV and pets for kids · What is occupying your toddler currently? · An ep on speech therapy coming Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 23 Oct 2023 | What to do when your child has speech delay, postpartum body image, breastfeeding supply issues & fav products of the week | 00:44:36 | |
Welcome to conversations on the couch with Jess and Nicola. This week’s episode was recorded while we were physically together in Sydney! Shit got weird and Nicola was not okay with the amount of eye contact. We discuss postpartum body image, postpartum fashion (our go-to #mumlife outfits at the moment) and a highly requested chat about Jess’s experience with a speech pathologist for her 3 year old. Episode breakdown: · We’re together at last! Sydney catch up & recap · Breastfeeding - Nicola discusses feeling inadequate after experiencing supply issues while sick. We also discuss formula & emphasise that “fed is best!” · Postpartum fashion - our go-to outfit choices that take us from mum life to non-existent night life. We finally feel like we’re finding ourselves again! We also share some personal experiences surrounding body image · Product reviews! Jess is loving these make-up brushes Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we | |||
| 20 Nov 2023 | Sleep, we miss you! Wake windows, dummies, regressions & routines with Claire from Eat, Play, Sleep. | 01:01:16 | |
We're back! We had to take a few weeks there to move house, get over the daycare sickness and...sleep...lol. We know sleep is a bit of a sexy word out there to all of us parents with small kids but we thought we should get Claire from Eat, Play, Sleep on to chat about newborn sleep, wake windows, routines and to help us get back on track with the little sleep that's happening in both homes at the moment. We received so many questions from you guys too so have dedicated the second half of this episode to those. We hope you can take a few bits from this episode even if it's just to know you aren't alone! Enjoy · How Nic knows Claire · When to introduce a routine · Dummies · Sleep environment and sleep associations · Wake windows vs routines · The Snoo · Listener questions covering frequent wakes, transitioning to one nap, night waking in toddlers, sleeping through,, contact napping, co-sleeping, early wake ups in toddlers and napping on the go. Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 27 Nov 2023 | When the rage takes over! Talking mum rage & overwhelm plus sharing some tips to bring some zen back | 00:43:59 | |
Ahhh mum rage, we talk about it all the time but it's been a bit extra lately. Moving states, new daycare and messed up sleep coupled with the hormonal shift at that 4-5 month postpartum mark are a few of the reasons that the rage has hit the roof for Jess lately. Luckily for her Nicola went through this about 6-8 weeks ago and shares not only her experiences but also a few tips to help cope with it all when it feels a bit overwhelming. Recording this episode was cathartic for us and we hope it lightens things for you a bit too . Looking forward to hearing your thoughts on this one x · Dusted noses and Panadol tablets · Mum rage and the iceberg · Are you getting time for yourself? · No TV & mindful TV and the overwhelm of keeping a toddler entertained · Exploding at 4-5 months postpartum phase - the hormone dump · Journaling - the mum dump - ticking it off and thinking about your ideal life Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 04 Dec 2023 | Listeners Questions - a deep dive into some juicy questions ft relationships after babies, in-laws, threenagers and lost libido | 00:44:09 | |
A few weeks ago we put a question box up on our stories for some things to discuss on the pod. We got a some great suggestions for episodes but really wanted to delve in and discuss these more specific questions so we've popped them all in one ep for you (and us)! Are any of these questions yours? Are you going through anything similar? And what do you think of these listener question eps, should we keep them coming? Happy listening and we look forward to hearing your thoughts x · Mother, Unrefined moments - wrong names ans some snakes · Need some advice - my husband’s mum has been living with us for the past 18 months and my husband and her have just had a huge relationship breakdown. We have three kids (one newborn) and were set to move to acreage in the new year (with his mum). She is no longer coming with us and I am freaking out about the year ahead. How am I going to manage 3 kids, our mortgage in this new economy and have no family living nearby for support. Can you provide any tips on doing things alone (grocery shopping - do you do grocery shopping once per week and meal plan? · My three year old has recently had a massive change in his personality. He used to be the sweetest little boy but over the past few weeks has completely changed. Huge tantrums, running away from us in public, biting us and now hitting. Have you experienced this with your children? · My husband and I are in a really bad place right now. We have constant arguments and feel as if we’re headed for divorce. All i can think about is the damage i’m going to do to my children. Then I also wonder whether our fighting is normal and whether counselling could help. Do you have any tips for relationships with kids? Do you see a counselor or ever think about leaving your partner? · I need help finding my libido. Any tips? Mine was much higher than my partner’s in the early days and even last trimester of pregnancy but now I cringe at the thought of it! My partner is fine, he doesn’t pressure me at all but I can see he sometimes takes it personally. Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Granola Tales, Burnout, Christmas presents and Netted Shoes | 00:45:33 | |
Well you'd never actually know that we tried to record this episode with a bit of a plan...it definitely went off topic a fair bit (as always). Anyway, it's Christmas, we're all doing a million things and getting off track is part of the game at this time of the year so we hope you enjoy our chat about dinner, reminiscing on Granola, baby routines, present ideas and after a few weeks off we have another product reco for you! Enjoy x · What's for dinner? · Quick re-cap on the baby routine · Unrefined Granola blast from the past · Christmas pressies for teachers and toddlers · Product reviews are back! Jess talks simplifying skincare and Nicola has a question for Jess on a current trend Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 15 Jan 2024 | 2024 new year new us... mum style (it's a thing), new hair, NY product favs and unrefined moments | 00:27:14 | |
Welcome to 2024...where we thought things would be different and we wouldn't go off track but we're back to our old 2023 selves! On a serious note, it's great to be back in your ears and we can't wait to share what's in store for this year... · Holiday recap - is it really a holiday if you have children? Only if you have other people to parent with.... · A haircut is as good as a holiday... and we AGREE! · Mum style - we're getting it back and we can't wait to share what styles make us feel like the most stylish/comfortable mums out there · Product reviews are back! Jess talks simplifying skincare (again). Nicola's favourite salad right now - get the recipe HERE. Explore Jess's skincare HERE Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 22 Jan 2024 | Mum chats with Karis from The Chaos Curation | 00:34:10 | |
OK so we are officially kicking off our mum chat series with our girl crush - Karis from @the.chaos.creation
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| 29 Jan 2024 | Parental preference - when you're not the favourite, is it bad if you let your toddler swear + parenting books | 00:31:14 | |
This episode is another chit chat with US, and only us. Today we delve deep into parental preference and how we navigate the highs and lows not being a toddler's "favourite". · Welcome back to our world of flat footed toddlers, "mature" or old people and a lucky dip of sleep OR sleepless nights · Bad parenting - is it bad if you let your toddler swear? · Parental preference - when the other parent is the preference for play. The science behind play and nurture, toddler one-on-one play dates. We also share a snippet of Dr Anna Machin's reasoning for parental preference. Click here to watch the ted talk · Our favourite quotes right now! Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 05 Feb 2024 | Letting go of the to-do list, self care, digital dementia and re-doing the tv reset challenge | 00:41:21 | |
God old daycare sickness is back in full swing · Sickness and solo parenting · mother, unrefined and Leo calling out Nicola's constipation and a kind gesture from a stranger · Letting go of the to-do list and giving in. The two versions of ourselves - it's a form of self care · prioritising your health - mind fuel by waxx movement essential oil
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| 12 Feb 2024 | Mum chats with Ash, her journey to motherhood, life as a solo mum and blending families | 01:03:14 | |
Today's episode is a special one - we are chatting to none other than Jess' YOUNGER sister Ash about her journey to motherhood. Ash opens up about how she became a mum at 25 and shortly after left her partner. After moving back in with mum and dad she worked hard to get back on her feet and today has set up a beautiful life for her and her daughter Taylor (who is the most fabulous little girl out there - not biased at all!). We hope you enjoy this episode and thank you so much Ash for letting us hear your story. We love you and are so proud of everything you have achieved! · Hello to Ash, Jess' more mature sister · The break up from Taylor's dad, loss of identity, friendships and learning how to parent together but separately · Taylor's birth and Ashley's postpartum depletion (learn about postpartum depletion in our episode here) · Nicolas obsession with Taylor - The relationship breakdown. Going through a break up with an eight month old and moving back in with mum and dad and two siblings - The juggle of parenting and different parenting styles when you live with your parents. - The everyday struggles of not having a partner to share the load and mourn the future she thought was hers - Organising the split of custody with Taylor's dad Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 19 Feb 2024 | kid free weekends, bad sushi and revisiting the style rut with the 15 rule | 00:24:47 | |
Today's episode is sponsored by...George. Haha but in all seriousness we are sorry about the additional background noise today from the little man. Mum life is what we're all about though so why mot show it all! Today we are having a catch up and chatting about a kid free weekend away, food poisoning and a wardrobe refresh. We wanted to keep going but were really cut short so will get back to this topic at a later date and in the meantime will continue to do some shopping...are we joking or not ;) · too many tabs open, silly buggers and youse · Gastro poo to the nose and a taste of Pal · Remembering ourselves and booking things in for us! · A cliche but how looking after yourselves helps you to look after others - Style rut and re configuring the wardrobe with the 15 rule - Getting cut off by George Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | Trusting your gut as a parent, interview with mother of two, Shiva Masriya on her daughter's Bacterial Meningitis diagnosis | 00:59:12 | |
In today's episode we talk to Shiva, a mother of two, who touches on a life experience no mother should have to encounter. Shiva's daughter was diagnosed with bacterial (pneumococcal) meningitis at four months old. In this discussion, Shiva opens up about her daughter's story and the signs and symptoms of meningitis she wishes every parent knew (including ones often overlooked by doctors). Although confronting in some areas, this episode is altogether very informative and something every parent should listen to so they are able to continue to advocate for their child in the event of sickness. Disclaimer: this podcast episode offers information and education through experience only and does not constitute providing medical advice. Trigger warning: Parts of this episode refer to topics of child illness and also touches on the topic of death. This may not be suitable for certain individuals if easily triggered by these topics. Episode breakdown
For more information on meningitis, visit http://www.meningitis.com.au Shiva's instagram handle: @shiva_masriya If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefinednutritionist @j.oc__ | |||
| 01 May 2024 | Guess who's back, back again... motherhood overwhelm, couples counselling and Orangutan nipples | 00:37:08 | |
Well hello! It's been a while and boy have we missed our chats! We know we dropped off the planet a bit there with no explanation and no message whatsoever and we are sorry about that...life was crazy!! Anyway, we're back and so happy to be here! · What happened to us...not much but also sooo much! · Going off the gram · Mother, Unrefined moments, toddler torch intrusions and saging the house · Doing everything and achieving nothing is how we feel right now leading to Nics discover of Wisey app Just a reminder to join our mothers group on facebook here If you enjoyed this episode we would really appreciate if you could leave us a rating or review, it means so much to us and it really helps us to be seen (and obviously we will love you forever for it!) Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 13 May 2024 | we should all be doing therapy | 00:31:05 | |
OK we missed a week again- sorry!! It's super hard to get nap time aligned and as you will hear in this episode, we couldn't get them matched up. That's #mumlife for you! | |||
| 20 May 2024 | Slippery Experiences, Brushes with Fame, a Touch of Conspiracy Theory and Thank You, But... | 00:40:13 | |
We're on time! We can't believe it either ;) | |||
| 23 Sep 2024 | We're Back! We missed you - are you ready to party? | 00:51:27 | |
Hello again! How are you? After (yet another) few months off without any warning we have decided to to come back for a six week series and we can't wait! The kids catch up Party time- join us on our mother, unrefined Facebook page here for the details Tickle his pickle Glass mask, hormonal acne and breastfeeding Product reviews are back! Salt and stone DEO here Kit cosmetics unwind body balm here Look forward to catching up next week! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 30 Sep 2024 | Mum funks, mum dumps, old school trends and firefighter visits | 00:33:31 | |
WANT TO COME TO OUR XMAS PARTY? Tickets will be going on sale THIS WEEK! Join us on our mother, unrefined Facebook page here for all of the details. Looking forward to catching up next week! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 07 Oct 2024 | The beige toddler and humble pie, FIFO mum life, salt and foreskin | 00:43:43 | |
We're halfway! Welcome to episode 3 of our 6-part series! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 14 Oct 2024 | Lightening the Load: Honest Chats on Parenting, Discipline, and What No Longer Matters! | 00:45:26 | |
Ep four of 6, and we felt so light after this one! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 21 Oct 2024 | Fails, Wins, and our thoughts on 'Selling Sleep': Real Talk, Reviews, and Unsolicited Advice | 00:34:05 | |
Welcome to episode 5 of 6! Straight into some product reviews again today. Nicola is sharing her new fav store in Brisbane and Jess is Back on the Bissell train! Look forward to catching up for our last ep (for now, who knows?) next week! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||
| 29 Oct 2024 | From Childhood Dreams to Christmas Schemes: Wrapping Up with Earl Grey, Caramel Slice and Career Pivots in Our Final Episode! | 00:37:56 | |
And just like that, our six-part series is done! Follow us at @mother_unrefined to find out more! And feel free to have a little stalk sesh... @the__unrefined @j.oc__ | |||