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Parenthood

Leonie Akhidenor

Our lives change when we become parents. Of course, we experience the joys and challenges of parenting, but we go through profound changes on a personal level too.Parenthood is all about exploring these personal challenges we feel as adults. Hosted by relationship coach, successful businesswoman and mother of two, Leonie Akhidenor, Parenthood focuses on the heart-warming, exhausting, frustrating and exhilarating lives of parents.Each week Leonie meets with parents, parenting professionals or best

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45:48

Raising teenage boys & the dad identity shift w Joel...

Parenthood ·

2022/04/25

In this episode I chat with Joel Hines, father and teenage boy guru about all things raising our boys. We delve into:The 'protector, provider' role many dad's switch to when they first become parentsWhat teenage boys need from their fathers/ father figuresHow being absent at home can be a trap that dad's can fall intoTechnology & porn, and how they are influencing young menEncouraging positive masculinity and so much more.Reference linksThe Man CaveWebsite:

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43:52

REAL TALK - Covid lockdown reflection, relationship...

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2022/04/11

In this Real Talk segment we reflect on our time during lockdown (as Melbourne mum's we were in lockdown for over 200 days) and what we said we'd do differently. We discuss:Changes in working arrangements due to covidWatching our partners in action - at workHow our relationships changed and what we want to do more ofHow to find a babysitterThe promises we made to ourselves during lockdown and are we fulfilling them?And so much more..ResourcesWebsite: findababysitter.com Hosted on Acast. See

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40:53

Blended Families with Karissa Byrnes

Parenthood ·

2022/03/28

In this episode I chat with Kris, podcast host of Inside Out with Kris, about blended families. Kris was a child of divorce and now has a blended family; with 2 children of her own and 2 step-children. In this open and raw conversation we delve into:What it feels like to be a child of divorceThe qualities of a supportive step-parentChallenges of being a step-parentNavigating co-parenting with the exPush back from step-children and so much more.Find out more about Kris here ->

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43:10

REAL TALK - Transitioning to kinder & ELC with Leonie...

Parenthood ·

2022/03/14

In this week's Real Talk segment we discuss our experiences with transitioning our boys into kinder & early learning. We chat about:✔️ Separation anxiety - and how we manage it✔️ Social story - to best prepare our little ones ahead of a big transition✔️ Lunch box game✔️ Kinder committee✔️ Peanut butter mishaps and so much more Resources: Children's book: The Invisible String by Patrice KarstEpisode referenced: Episode 5 Toddler Behaviour with Giulett Moran (psychologist and mother of 3 boys)

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44:03

Full Time Mum to Business Owner; relationship &...

Parenthood ·

2022/02/28

In this episode I chat with Jen, about her motherhood journey. Originally a full time mama to her 3 children, with a husband who was fly-in fly-out (FIFO) for work. Jen has transitioned to full time business owner (sleep consulting; Sleep Thrive Grow), mama and like a lot of us is juggling it all. We discuss:🎧 The challenges of having a partner who is FIFO and away a lot🎧 The 'perfection' trap🎧 The realities of starting a business and the impact that has on the family🎧 Navigating challenges in

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40:44

REAL TALK - Kicking Mum Guilt; Imposter Syndrome, Sex...

Parenthood ·

2022/02/14

We have Elaine Benson mindset coach and guru on the podcast. Liv & I ask our burning questions including:How to combat imposter syndromeHow to minimise the pressure we put on ourselvesHow to love your bodyHow to combat mum guiltand so much moreUsing science backed techniques Elaine talks us through how to navigate the cocktail of emotions we feel as parents. A coaching session not to be missed!References:Instagram/ Tik Tok: @iamelainebensonWebsite: https://www.iamelainebenson.com/ Hosted on

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45:15

My Surrogacy Journey with Lisa Gowers

Parenthood ·

2022/01/31

In this episode I chat with Lisa about her experience with surrogacy. Lisa has a heart condition and carrying a child would drastically impact her life span. Given this Lisa's sister-in-law generously offered to carry their child. In this conversation we dive into:How surrogacy works in AustraliaThe IVF process and handling failed attemptsEmotional resilience when the chips are downWhat to expect when your baby arrivesand so much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:54

REAL TALK - Travelling with bubs with Leonie & Liv

Parenthood ·

2021/12/06

BONUS EPNow that we're heading into the Christmas period, we wanted to bring you our experiences re travelling overseas with our little ones; when they were 6 months. In this ep we talk about:✔️ What to bring✔️ What we couldn't live without✔️ Our travel woes✔️ Managing sleep in a new environment✔️ Pick pocketing✔️ Nerves re changing nappies on planesand so much more Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:56

Midwife Cath; Inductions, Breast feeding, Sleep,...

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2021/11/22

We have parenting guru Midwife Cath on the podcast. Liv & I ask all of our burning questions including:✔️Why are induction rates in Aus so high?✔️Hot tips to make breast feeding easier?✔️How to navigate baby sleep?✔️Why we put so much pressure on ourselves as parents?and so-much-more...Resources:Midwife Cath - The first six weeksMidwife Cath - After the first six weeks Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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42:34

REAL TALK - Quarantine, Sleep Regressions & Toilet...

Parenthood ·

2021/11/08

In this week's Real Talk ep, Liv and I chat all things life after lockdown. From:✔️2 weeks quarantine and no childcare✔️Sleep regressions✔️Missing out on an auction✔️Toilet training mishaps and tips...Resources:Book: 'Oh Crap Potty Training’ - Jamie GlowackiRaising children network: https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/health-daily-care/toileting/toilet-training-guide Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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48:58

REAL TALK - Birth Stories with Liv & Leonie

Parenthood ·

2021/10/11

In this week's Real Talk ep Liv and I chat about all things birth. From:🐣 Our own gory birth stories🐣 What really happens during birth🐣 Emergency c-sections, planned c-sections🐣 Inductions🐣 Pre-birth resources🐣 Happy gas🐣 To our biggest lessons and advice from our audience...This is episode is a good laugh and a helpful resource to parents out there, re birth in all it's glory.Resources:Birth Skills Book by Juju SundinsThe First 6 Weeks by Midwife CathCore Floor and

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59:56

Conceiving challenges, IVF, Post-natal insomnia &...

Parenthood ·

2021/09/27

In this episode I chat with Matt & Phoebe about their experience conceiving their first child. This is a very open, raw conversation touching on✔️ Miscarriage and the significant impact that this has on parents✔️ IVF; how it works and what to expect✔️ Post-natal anxiety and insomnia; the signs to look for and how to navigate this✔️ What to truely expect when giving birth and so much more!Resources:What to expect when you're expecting by Heidi MurkoffWhat to expect before you're expecting by

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48:41

REAL TALK - Does Your Toddler Do This Too? with Liv &...

Parenthood ·

2021/09/13

In this week’s Real Talk ep Liv and I chat about whether; your toddler does this too? We talk all things:👉🏽 OCD behaviour and cleanliness obsessions👉🏽 Pocket fetishes👉🏽 Toddler meltdowns👉🏽 Supermarket fiascos👉🏽 Poo intrigue👉🏽 Lambs v roosters – a Maggie Dent philosophy👉🏽 How we’re all going about discipline👉🏽 Fussy eaters……and so much more. The crux of it? You’re not alone in witnessing the quirky habits of your toddlers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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52:48

Widowed with Toddler with Jo Betz

Parenthood ·

2021/08/30

In this episode, I chat with the incredible Jo Betz; the founder of Ivory Tribe and Grief (a guided journal to explore your grief), a wedding celebrant, brand ambassador and a mother who tragically lost her husband 4 years ago. Her daughter was 4 years old.We discuss Jo’s parenting journey and in particular talk through:✨ How to best parent when you’re in the depths of despair✨ How to navigate tough times and channel your energy into something positive✨ Challenges experienced by single parents✨

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45:25

REAL TALK - Childcare Closed & Burnout with Liv & Leonie

Parenthood ·

2021/08/23

*BONUS EP*With childcare now closed to Victorians, we are bringing you this extra Real Talk ep. Recorded minutes after it was announced that daycare would be shut. In this ep we’re sharing life hacks and a few chuckles to help take the edge off this challenging time. We hash out:✔️ All our ‘feels’ when it comes to current lockdown restrictions✔️ Feeling on the edge of burnout✔️ What burnout looks like✔️ How to stay sane during these chaotic times✔️ Liv’s one liners – not to be missed✔️ Audience

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45:45

REAL TALK - What Surprised us about the Parenthood...

Parenthood ·

2021/08/16

This week is our Real Talk segment with my bestie Liv. We’re talking all things ‘the unexpected’ when it parenthood. We delve into:✔️ Our identity crisis once becoming mums✔️ Judgement, guilt, overwhelm, burnout and all the motherhood feels ✔️ Our cheeky childhood pasts✔️ Unrealistic expectations we place on ourselves as mothers✔️ Handling supermarket meltdowns and so much moreSome lockdown entertainment for us all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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44:31

Raising Newborn Twins in USA during a Pandemic with...

Parenthood ·

2021/08/02

This week’s episode is one of pure strength, resilience and the importance of having a rad attitude. I bring on friends of the podcast, Nat & Nate, and we discuss:·Life in San Francisco during the Coronavirus pandemic·Giving birth and raising twins, with no support·Juggling work commitments·Trying to relocate back to AustraliaThis beautiful couple bare it all, the crazy journey that was their first year of parenthood. Through insomnia, overwhelm and uncertainty, they found they were tougher

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40:08

REAL TALK - The Mental Load with Liv & Leonie

Parenthood ·

2021/07/19

This week I have my bestie Liv back on the podcast to talk all things 'mental load'. You know all of the invisible work that you do at home, to keep your household running; cooking dinner, childcare drop-off, packing lunches, washing clothes… the list goes on.We discuss what the mental load looks like in our households and how we manage the great juggle of parenthood. We also share the results from the Mental Load quiz that you all answered a few weeks back. The response was VERY insightful and

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32:12

Parenting from the Dad's Perspective + Relationship...

Parenthood ·

2021/07/05

We hear a lot about 'mum guilt', but have you ever wondered if dad guilt is a thing? I am so excited to announce that this week we have our first dad on the podcast, and we will be asking him ALL of the questions you've been wanting to know! In this episode, I speak with couple; Toneya and Lochie, about their parenthood journey so far, raising 2 under 3.Having been faced with sleepless nights, reflux and everything in between, we discuss the realities of being new parents, as well as:🍼 The initial

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52:43

Motherless Mum with Imogen Carn

Parenthood ·

2021/06/21

This week I speak to the brilliant Imogen Carn from the Good Mourning Podcast , about her motherhood journey. Imogen's mum tragically died when Im's daughter was just 9 months old. In this convo we cover...🍼 Emotions felt when we experience an unexpected pregnancy🍼 Traumatic birth experiences🍼 Navigating being a new mum, after losing your own🍼 Channeling pain into something positive ...and so much more!Please note, we do talk about suicide loss in this episode, so if you or someone you know

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