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In this conversation, Rachel and Melissa explore the multifaceted challenges of solo motherhood, the impact of childhood trauma, and the complexities of relationships. Melissa shares her journey from being a teen mum to navigating the difficulties of raising a child alone, while also reflecting on her past experiences with trauma and relationships. Through their candid dialogue, Rachel and Melissa explore the complexities of female friendships, the challenges of solo parenting, and the importance of communication with children about difficult topics such as absence and loss. They discuss the support systems available to them, the impact of grief on their lives, and their desires for family and relationships. The conversation also touches on the realities of dating as a solo parent and the need for self-compassion in navigating these challenges.
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One in five new mums and one in ten new dads are affected by perinatal depression and anxiety, which impact approximately 100,000 families in Australia each year.
In this conversation, Julie Borninkhof, CEO of PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Post Natal Depression) discusses the complexities of perinatal anxiety and depression. She highlights the importance of recognising the signs and symptoms, the impact of circumstantial factors on mental health, and the need for support. Many of us put our challenges down to other factors and early parenthood without getting the support we need. We discuss how this can impact our relationships and possible relationship breakdowns. The discussion also covers the significance of birth experiences and the necessity of seeking help early.
Perinatal Mental Health Week is coming up from November 17th to the 23rd.This Perinatal Mental Health Week, PANDA is encouraging Australians to make the call to the PANDA helpline and get immediate, specialised support from someone who has been there.
If you listen to this episode and think this might be you or someone you know please check out PANDA website.
Free support is available via the PANDA National Helpline on 1300 726 306 (9am-7:30pm Monday-Friday
9am - 4pm Saturday) or panda.org.au.
PANDA also offers an online mental health checklist for new and expecting parents to check for possible signs of perinatal anxiety, depression, and well-being concerns.FOLLOW US:
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In this episode, Rachel chats about her experience going to a singles dating event last week, a Melbourne event where over 200 singles go to a bar and hope to meet and connect with other singles.
This episode also features Part B to Rachel's conversation with last weeks guest, Lucy Quick.
Lucy had a rock bottom moment one boxing day, waking up in the spare bedroom without any memory from the night before- it was here she realised she had a significant problem with alcohol and begain the journey to sobriety. Through this journey she created a program for others called Thrivalist Sobriety- which she has since sold, however now owned by another incredible coach. If you listen to this episode and think that alcohol might be a problem, please reach out to Georgie at Thrivalist Sobriety
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In this conversation, Rachel interviews Lucy Quick, a high performance coach and burnout expert, who shares her journey of personal growth and how to avoid burn out.
Lucy discusses her proud moments and her recent journey blending families with her partner and 5 children between them. She chats us through how we can rediscover one's authentic self after significant life changes (for example a separation). In this conversation, Lucy Quick emphasises the importance of intrinsic motivation, authenticity, and self-compassion in navigating life's challenges. The discussion also highlights the alarming rise of burnout among women and offers practical strategies for managing stress, including the BRAVE framework for burnout prevention. Lucy shares insights on decision-making, the significance of completing stress cycles, and the need for boundaries and self-care, especially for single mothers.
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In this episode Rachel is answering some of your questions and sharing her personal experiences as a solo parent.
She answers the question how she navigated the early days where the challenges felt almost debilitating, how she navigates friendships and losing frindships as a result of single motherhood, her experiences with au pairs, and her ongoing relationship with Lenny's dad.
Rachel emphasises the significance of self-awareness, making choices that align with personal values, and the power of reaching out for support.
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In this conversation, Rachel and Kellie explore the multifaceted journey of being a single mum. Kellie shares with us how energy healing can help support us in better navigating our emotional wellbeing, the roles of generational trauma in how we show up in the world and how we can work on this to make different choices. For many of us as single mums we are doing both roles, Kellie chats through the need for balance between masculine and feminine energies and how we can do this even when we are holding it all.
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In this conversation, Dr. Gina Cleo, an expert in habit change, discusses the importance of habits in personal growth and overcoming challenges, particularly for single mums. She shares her personal journey through trauma and the impact of grief on emotional responses. The discussion emphasises the significance of self-compassion, practical strategies for building better habits, and the limitations of willpower.
Dr. Cleo shares actionable tips for managing stress, emotional eating and navigating setbacks.
If you are looking for more support from Dr Gina in relation to habits, she has a FREE masterclass:
HABITS MASTERCLASS
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In this conversation, Alex Nation shares her journey as a single mother, discussing the challenges and triumphs she has faced. From navigating overstimulation and parenting dynamics to the complexities of dating and relationships after having children, Alex provides an honest and relatable perspective. She emphasizes the importance of communication, intimacy, and the realities of co-parenting, while also exploring the rediscovery of her own sexuality. The conversation highlights the common struggles many parents face and the resilience required to navigate these challenges.
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In this episode, Rachel opens up about her struggles with stress and overwhelm as a single mother. She openly shares about a health diagnosis she is navigating and why she has needed to take managing her stress much more seriously to avoid drastic implications to her body.
She discusses the different stress responses (fight, flight, freeze, and fawn) and how they manifest in her life, particularly the freeze response.
She also provides tools and techniques for managing stress, and how having an awareness of your own stress response to help you make changes in your life so that we can manage our lives with more ease.
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Natasha Wakefield shares her unique upbringing in a cult-like church and her journey to finding her own identity and leaving the church. She discusses the challenges of being a single mum and a business owner, as well as the guilt and discomfort that can arise from making difficult decisions (like a separation).
The conversation explores the complex relationship women have with food, exercise, and their bodies. It delves into the importance of discipline and sacrifice in achieving long-term goals. Natasha shares her personal journey with health and fitness, including her battle with an eating disorder. She emphasises the need for realistic and achievable habits, such as meal prepping and staying hydrated. The discussion also touches on the impact of stress on our bodies and the importance of self-care. In this final part of the conversation, Natasha and Rachel discuss the topic of dating for single mums, with Natasha sharing her personal experiences and the challenges she has faced. They discuss the importance of putting yourself out there and trying new things to meet potential partners.
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Evie Farrell, a single mum and travel enthusiast, shares her experiences of time when she made a big decision to pull her daughter Emmy out of kinder, quit her job and choose to travel as a solo mum. What started out as a year goal, they ended up travelling together for 3 years! Evie chats us though how she was able to make travel work as a solo mum and how important it i for single mums to maintain their identity and prioritise quality time with their children. She highlights the positive impact that travel has had in her relationship with her daughter and the lasting memories they have created together. She encourages single mums to embrace travel as a way to break free from routine, experience new cultures, and gain confidence. Evie concludes by sharing some of her favorite travel memories with her daughter. In this conversation, Evie and Rachel discuss the challenges and rewards of solo travel as a single mum. They explore topics such as safety, financial considerations, and creating meaningful experiences for children. Evie shares her experiences of traveling with her daughter and offers tips for single mums who want to embark on their own adventures.
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Matty J is the co-host of the popular podcast Two Doting Dads, author and most well known for being one of our beloved bachelors- watching him find love with Laura Byrne on national TV. Most importantly Matt is dad to his two girls Marlie-Mae and Lola.
What many may not know, is that Matt was raised by a single mum (of 5 children!).
Matt and his mum are best friends and he really attests so much of his career success, independence and resilience to learnings from his mum. Watching her do it on her own with 5 children has showed him how to navigate relationships as a team better and be a supportive, hands on Dad.
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In this episode Rach dives into how to know when to walk away from a relationship, her experience in the first year of motherhood as a solo mum and how to build a support network as a single mom. She also answers a question about gaining confidence to step into dating and lastly she chats about whether she would ever consider having another child through IVF. Rachel highlights the importance of reaching out to others for support, being content with yourself before entering the dating scene, and holding onto hope for a fulfilling partnership.
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The reality for many single mums is that there will likely be another person in our children’s lives in the role as a step parent.
There are so many layers and nuances to this topic, one that we probably can’t get too in one episode but I am beyond grateful for Kat in sharing her honest journey becoming a step mum.
We discuss many things that step mums can do to best navigate these relationships as well as some things we can do as the mother to best facilitate for our children.We also jump into Kat's world, how she persures a life of authenticity and shows us how we can give less fucks.
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Jacintha Field, a family and child counselor, shares her experience and insights on navigating the process of separation and coparenting. She emphasises the importance of self-love, setting boundaries, and trusting your intuition during this challenging time. Jacintha discusses the various ways people often tend to avoid the process, through drinking, dating or partying, and using social media as an escape. She also highlights the significance of mirroring behaviour for children and the importance of modelling healthy emotional expression. Jacintha shares advice on dealing with a difficult co-parent (something I know many of this audience are challenged in!)
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Davina shares her journey of self-discovery, from her time on reality TV to becoming a mother- navigating postnatal depression and then working through her separation. She reflects on her separation and the process of finding herself again. Through journaling and self-reflection, she discovered her true desires and learned to prioritise her own happiness. Davina shares her journey of self-discovery and personal growth after her separation. Using journalling as a tool to create a vision for her ideal self and how she has used the power of manifestation. We chat all the good juicy stuff in this ep- dating, sex, masturbation and how she made a vow of celibacy (and how much this has significantly benefitted her life!).
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Amy Crellin became a mum at 22 and a single mum at 24. In this episode we chat about some of the challenges of finding balance with the other parent and the initial fear of becoming a single mum. Amy talks us through her living dynamic, where she has chosen to live with her parents to lessen the financial load and as a result be able to quit her full time job so she can be more present with her children. Amy is deeply committed to her health and fitness, using it as her own personal therapy. She swears by it in terms of being the key to helping her navigate through some of her most difficult times.
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In this conversation, Emma shares her journey of rediscovering herself after a marriage breakdown. She reflects on her identity as a wife and the challenges of unlearning that role. Emma discusses the pain and shock of discovering infidelity and the loss of certainty in her future. She explores the healing journey after divorce, including setting boundaries, choosing herself, and letting go of her business. Emma and Rachel discuss their experiences with relationships, dating, and personal growth. They explore the challenges of balancing career aspirations with the desire for partnership and the importance of authenticity in relationships.FOLLOW:Instagram- Podcast: @motheringonmyown.podcastRach: @rachelmaksimovicEmma: @emma__june
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In today’s episode Rach discusses moving into a new chapter both with the podcast and in her personal life. She answers your questions about how her Bali trip went and shares how this experience has helped her to heal and move into a new chapter in her life.
Lastly, Rach shares her thoughts on Kim Kardashian discussing her struggles as a single mum- does she get to share in the struggles with the wealth and resources that she has?
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In this episode we have a heartfelt conversation with Renee Staska, a solo mum of three children living with childhood dementia as well as a proud ambassador for the Little Heroes Foundation. A foundation in South Australia that raises much needed funds to support children suffering from a physical or mental illness.
In this chat Renee opens up about the raw reality of caring for all three of her children, discussing the symptoms, the progression of the disease and its impact on her family's life. She talks about the struggle to accept the diagnosis and the fear of the unknown future as the average life expectancy of children with childhood dementia is late teens.
We are in awe of Renee’s story and the life she is creating for her children to have the as much of the same opportunities as other children. Many times through this episode we are than back by the strength and resilience that Renee finds to show her children the magic in the smallest of moments in each day. We know you guys are going to enjoy this one.
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