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The Postpartum Season

Laura Taneja | Sharing honest postpartum stories

The Postpartum Season is a podcast dedicated to honest conversations about life after birth. Hosted by Laura, each episode explores the realities of the postpartum period through open, compassionate conversations with mothers and trusted health professionals. Motherhood is often portrayed as either beautiful or difficult, but the truth is that it can be both at the same time. This podcast creates space for the full picture—the joy, the love, the identity shifts, the exhaustion, the healing, the

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EP 30 | George – Processing Having an Unplanned LSCS,...

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2026/10/05

In this episode, George shares her experience of an unplanned caesarean, adjusting to her postpartum body, finding community and learning to surrender to the realities of new motherhood.We discuss:Finding out unexpectedly that she was pregnant with TeddyDeciding there may never be a “right time” to become parentsLiving in Sydney while most of George's family are in TasmaniaRealising how important community would become after having a babyPreparing extensively for birth but much less for

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00:31:00

EP 29 | Bonus Episode | The challenges faced by...

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2026/10/01

In this bonus episode of The Postpartum Season, I’m joined by Tegan Gilchrist, a senior director at The Parenthood, an Australian advocacy organisation campaigning for the social and economic infrastructure parents need to make life work for modern families.Tegan shares some of the challenges facing parents today, including the tension between work and caring responsibilities in the context of systems designed for another era, the cost and availability of early learning, and the pressure parents

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01:15:31

EP 28 | Caitlin – Mothering Without Your Mum, Finding...

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2026/09/28

In this episode, Caitlin shares her experience of becoming a mother while living overseas without family nearby, mothering without her own mum, and how motherhood has changed her perspective as a NICU nurse.We discuss:Finding out she was pregnant with MaeveCaitlin’s experience of pregnancy as a NICU nurse and feeling that sometimes she “knows too much”The balance between being informed and becoming overwhelmed by everything that could go wrongPreparing practically for postpartum without fully

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01:17:09

EP 27 | Lucia – Premature Birth, NICU, Infant Loss,...

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2026/09/21

In this episode, Lucia shares the story of becoming a mother to Edmund, losing him after 40 days in NICU, and how his life profoundly shaped her experience of motherhood, grief and matrescence.We discuss:Lucia’s journey towards deciding she wanted to become a motherHer waters breaking at 24 weeksSpending two weeks in hospital on bed restThe feelings of fear, sadness and that her body had failed herPreparing for the possibility of an extremely premature babyBecoming unwell at 26 weeks and Edmund’s

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01:15:59

EP 26 | Hannah - Matrescence, Intrusive Thoughts,...

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2026/09/14

In this episode, Hannah shares her three postpartum experiences and reflects on how becoming a mother ultimately led her to her work as a perinatal counsellor.We discuss:Becoming a mum unexpectedly at 26Preparing extensively for birth but very little for postpartumHannah’s first birth and the early postpartum periodNavigating postpartum with a partner who had to return to work after only a couple of daysFeeding difficulties, concerns about weight gain and the anxiety surrounding growth chartsFeeling

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00:57:20

EP 25 | Emma – Two Premature Babies, Life in NICU,...

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2026/09/07

In this episode, Emma shares her experiences of premature birth, pregnancy loss, NICU and navigating two incredibly challenging postpartum seasons.We discuss:Developing severe preeclampsia during Emma’s first pregnancyHer son being born unexpectedly at 32 weeksAn emergency caesarean under general anaestheticWaiting 19 hours to meet her baby for the first timeNavigating NICU and special care during COVID restrictionsThe isolation of being separated from her support networkPumping, tube feeding,

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01:13:03

EP 24 | Lucinda - Sleep Deprivation, Infant...

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2026/08/31

In this episode, Lu shares her experiences of becoming a mum to Ray and Posie, and how motherhood has shaped her relationship with work, identity and what she values most.We discuss:Ray arriving unexpectedly four weeks earlyRay spending his first week in special care and the difficulty of leaving hospital without her babyEstablishing breastfeeding and the support Lu received from the midwives around herFeeling incredibly held by family and friends during early postpartumExperiencing the baby blues,

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01:17:34

EP 23 | Lilly - Slowing Down in Postpartum, Career &...

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2026/08/24

In this episode, Lilly shares her postpartum experiences with her two boys, Roo and Franklin.We discuss:Becoming a mother after years of supporting women as a midwifeRoo’s emergency caesarean birth under general anaestheticProcessing an unexpected birth experience and wanting to “make up for lost time”The intense vulnerability and hormonal shifts of early postpartumLilly’s unexpected instinct to stay home, slow down and protect her postpartum spaceLearning to listen to her own needs rather than

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01:06:51

EP 22 | Hannah – Birth Trauma, Postnatal Anxiety and...

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2026/08/17

In this episode, Hannah shares her two very different postpartum experiences with her sons, Hugo and Oscar.We discuss:Preparing extensively for birth but very little for postpartumA long and traumatic first birth involving forceps and an episiotomyThe reality of a slow and painful postpartum recoveryLearning to breastfeed and seeking support from a lactation consultantAnxiety around Hugo’s weight and the impact of comments about having a small babyCaring for a baby who cried frequently and struggled

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01:04:54

EP 21 | Sasha – Three Postpartum Experiences,...

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2026/08/10

In this episode, Sasha shares her experiences of becoming a mum to her three children, Elke, Remi and Bowie, and reflects on how different each of her postpartum seasons has been.We discuss:The baby blues and adjusting to motherhood for the first timeThe pressure to “bounce back” and prove that life hadn’t changed after having a babyReturning to paid work and the impact on Sasha’s mental healthExperiencing postnatal mental health challenges after the births of her childrenRecognising when she

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00:55:17

EP 20 | Loz – The realities of postpartum, the...

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2026/08/03

In this episode, we discuss:Becoming a mother for the first timeFeeling underprepared for the realities of postpartumPhysical recovery after birth and adjusting to life with a newbornWhy society still doesn't talk openly enough about postpartumA difficult breastfeeding experience with her first babyMum guilt and the mental load of parentingLearning to give yourself grace in motherhoodWhy children don't all fit the same mouldSupporting children through big emotions without unrealistic

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00:34:29

EP 19 | Amber – Birth under general anaesthetic,...

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2026/07/27

In this episode, we discuss:Looking forward to motherhood and preparing for postpartumAn unexpected emergency caesarean birth under general anaestheticMeeting Joey for the first time after waking from surgeryFeeling pressure to experience an instant connection with your babyPostpartum anxiety during the early weeksHow social media influenced expectations of motherhoodProcessing birth trauma and recognising that trauma doesn't have to look the same for everyoneThe value of a birth debrief in

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00:49:42

EP 18 | Deborah – Returning to work, matrescence, mum...

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2026/07/20

In this episode, we discuss:Preparing for birth compared with preparing for postpartumExperiencing postpartum anxietySeeking professional support and asking for helpThe transition from one child to twoReturning to paid work after maternity leaveMum guilt, self-doubt and balancing work with family lifeRealising that flexible workplaces can make all the differenceWhy mothers don't need to change to fit workplaces—workplaces need to better support mothersHow matrescence influences our careers,

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00:37:22

EP 17 | Saskia – Baby blues, identity change, infant...

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2026/07/13

In this episode, we discuss:Feeling unprepared for postpartum despite preparing for birthMeeting her son for the first timeStruggling to feel an immediate connection after birthExperiencing the baby blues following a postpartum haemorrhageThe impact of low iron on her mental wellbeingSeeking support through healthcare professionals, psychology and her partnerGrieving her pre-baby life while adjusting to motherhoodRaising a spirited child with a strong temperamentThe importance of trusting your

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00:51:00

EP 16 | Sam – Two very different births and...

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2026/07/06

In this episode, we discuss:Becoming a mum of twoA challenging first postpartum experienceSleep deprivation and parenting a baby with a more challenging temperamentFeeling validated and supported through residential parenting supportWelcoming her second baby via an emergency caesarean under general anaestheticRecovering from birth while grieving the loss of her dadThe transition from one child to twoHow having two children with completely different temperaments changed her perspectiveLetting go of

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00:48:02

EP 15 | Alex – Birth overseas, physical recovery,...

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2026/06/29

In this episode, we discuss:Alex's journey to motherhood while living overseasThe days leading up to birth and becoming a first-time mumRecovering from a third-degree tearThe shock of early postpartum and adjusting to life with a newbornThe identity changes that accompany motherhoodInitially resisting motherhood before embracing her new roleReturning home with a newborn while living away from familyBreastfeeding, oversupply and recurrent mastitisInfant sleep, routines and the pressure to do

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00:47:03

EP 14 | Chelsea – Postpartum in the Setting of...

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2026/06/24

In this episode, Chelsea shares:Becoming a mother during the COVID pandemic Her postpartum experiences with both of her boysAnxiety and mum guilt in early motherhoodThe transition from one child to twoWhy carving out time for yourself mattersRunning, boundaries, and showing up as your best selfHow motherhood changed her values and prioritiesBuilding Little Luxury alongside raising young childrenThe story behind Little Luxury's signature play matFinding purpose and creativity in this season of

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00:44:02

EP 13 | Paige - Miscarriage, Twin Pregnancy, NICU...

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2026/06/22

In this episode, Paige shares her postpartum journey with her twins.We discuss:- Miscarriage and fertility treatment- Finding out she was expecting twins- Learning at 20 weeks that her daughter had a lung lesion- Living in survival mode during a complicated pregnancy- Delivering her twins at 34 weeks- Meeting her son and daughter for the first time- Her daughter’s surgery shortly after birth- Entering the unfamiliar world of the NICU- Her son’s ongoing challenges in the NICU- The challenge of making

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00:43:02

EP 12 | Jenae - Vaginal Birth, Postpartum...

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2026/06/15

In this episode, Jenae shares: - Reaching 41 weeks before labour began- Labour starting after her waters broke overnight- Living 45 minutes from the hospital and travelling in labour- Acupuncture and other attempts to encourage labour progression- Giving birth to her son, Lucas- Experiencing an immediate postpartum haemorrhage- A delayed postpartum haemorrhage and ongoing recovery- Physical recovery and pelvic floor physiotherapy- Accessing support for birth trauma recovery- Returning to hospital

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00:47:23

EP 11 | Sonya - Unexpected Pregnancy, Postpartum...

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2026/06/08

In this episode, Sonya shares:Becoming a mother after an unexpected pregnancyReturning to New Zealand after living in LondonNavigating pregnancy and postpartum during COVIDThe emotional impact of becoming the first parent among her friendship groupHer experience of labour and birth with her daughter OdetteEarly postpartum challenges, cluster feeding and newborn lifeThe importance of communication within relationships after having a babyHow her partner supported her throughout postpartumAntenatal

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