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   S1 · E411 · 28 Jul 2026 · 34 min

   The First 365: What does a paediatric physiotherapist want all new parents to know? - with Nicole Pates, kids physio

   For this episode of our Newborn Mini Series, The First 365, we speak to Nicole Pates, paediatric physiotherapist, to ask what are the TOP 5 things all new parents should know about physical milestones in the first year of life. With over 15 years as a physio plus lived experience as a mum, Nicole provides information, reassurance and tips that help cut through all the noise and ‘shoulds’. We discuss… Every baby is totally unique Milestone expectations are spread across a large time period, not a set date Early intervention leads to better outcomes Crawling, bum-shuffling and the wide variety…

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   S1 · E410 · 27 Jul 2026 · 51 min

   How the 5 body safety rules can help empower our children - with author/advocate for teaching Body Safety, Jayneen Sanders

   *This episode contains mention of child sexual abuse, so please consider whether this episode is right for you at this time. See the list below for linked support services or head to ChildSafety.gov.au for more.* Teaching our children about body safety is proven to help prevent sexual abuse and open up communication with our kids. For our second episode in partnership with One Talk at a Time, we dive into a heavy topic but one that is so vital to empower and protect our children. We speak with Jayneen Sanders (aka Jay Dale) to give us some practical strategies and how we can teach the 5 Body…

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   S1 · E409 · 23 Jul 2026 · 55 min

   Bumpie Group Chat: our first on air fight, life in a bat cave, Pearl starts bush kindy and a confronting bullying lesson

   When one of is up, the other is usually down and that is the case for this Bumpie Group Chat. Jayde has had a string of bad news whereas Sophie has had a childcare win. So why did we end up in an on-air fight!? Keeping it real, as always. We chat… Jayde has a bat infestation and a bunch of bad news When you think trusting your child is enough… navigating bullying from a different perspective Teens, phones and the internet Pearl starts kindy and Sophie reflects on Pearl’s care journey so far What are the top 5 things worth their money as mums of 3? What are the top 5 things NOT worth their…

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   S1 · E408 · 21 Jul 2026 · 41 min

   The First 365: What does a lactation consultant want all new parents to know? - with Clare from the Womb Rooms, IBCLC

   Welcome to The First 365, a Newborn Mini Series brought to you by Beyond the Bump in partnership with Bonds. We are kicking it off by speaking with Clare, an IBCLC, endorsed midwife, mum of three and the face behind The Womb Rooms. We ask Clare what are the top five things we should all know about breastfeeding, lactation and feeding your baby. We discuss… The basic physiology behind breastfeeding Supply and demand (and how that can look) How frequently should we remove milk from the breast? Does breast or nipple size impact feeding? Antenatal expressing Should breastfeeding ever be painful?…

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   S1 · E407 · 20 Jul 2026 · 1 hr

   Is listening to our gut the key to decreasing burn out? - with With Stacie, mum of 3 and Emotional Intelligence Coach

   Burnout is a term that gets thrown around a lot and Stacie Skehan, Emotional Intelligence Educator, knows it all too well. A mum of 3, navigating two divorces and chasing a string of career accolades, it wasn’t until total burnout forced her to stop and she had to feel what she had been suppressing for decades. Stacie shares her motherhood journey, relationships realisations and gives us a deep insight into how feeling, not fixing, is what is needed for ourselves and in turn, our children. We discuss… Stacie’s surprise pregnancy and tough postpartum When infidelity and drugs emerged in her…

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   E405 · 13 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 17 min

   Will I ever stop grieving? A story of late term stillbirth & CMV awareness - with Stephanie Briggs, Mother & Founder of The Hope Initiative for CMV

   Have you heard of congenital CMV? Many haven’t, including Stephanie Briggs, who learned of it for the first time while simultaneously experiencing the most devastating moment of her family’s life. Steph lost her second daughter, Charlotte Hope - or Charlie - as a result of CMV at 35 weeks gestation. Now the founder of The Hope Initiative for CMV, a charity created to raise awareness of this common but unknown virus, Steph shares her motherhood journey and the legacy of Charlie. In this raw yet eye-opening conversation, we discuss… Steph’s trouble with ovulation and journey to conceiving her…

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   S1 · E404 · 9 Jul 2026 · 56 min

   Bumpie Group Chat: the many identity shifts of motherhood, aging, reasons why we choose NOT to drink, neighbour dramas & more!

   It’s been a long time since we put the call out for an Ask Us Anything style Q&A and luckily for our egos, Bumpies delivered with a huge range of interesting, juicy and curious questions! We jumped straight into… How is Sophie going with her pursuit for a hobby? Our screen time keeps sneaking up and we have mixed feelings Am I The Asshole if I won’t let my neighbour borrow my chairs!? Aging is feeling confronting, but do we have to ‘fix’ it? Our thoughts on Botox and Jayde’s journey with injectables Should we ever *convince* our partner to have more kids? Gender disappointment vs gender…

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   S1 · E403 · 6 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 1 min

   How can I do money better for future me & my family? - with Mel Browne, money expert & educator

   We decided it was time to level up our money smarts and asked financial educator, Mel Browne, to come and share five things she wanted all women to know about finance. An award-winning ex-accountant and ex-financial advisor who rebuilt her financial life from the ground up, Mel shares practical tips* and expert knowledge in a way that makes sense. She dives into… Super splitting if your super takes a hit from career pauses Future proofing for finance when you’re in a relationship Women over 55 are the most at risk of homelessness Research shows women are better investors Having a voice in…

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   S1 · E402 · 3 Jul 2026 · 30 min

   Bumpie Group chat: why are we so hard on ourselves? Talking imposter syndrome & rejection sensitivity dysphoria

   Bumpies, if you haven’t noticed yet, this is our first video recording of the Bumpie Group Chat (Spotify and Youtube)! Now you can grab a cuppa and watch along… if your kids give you a moment's peace, of course. Whether you’re watching or listening, today we dive into… We have rebranded! A huge and exciting week for Beyond the Bump You’re always Yummy Mummies in our eyes Sophie is struggling to let herself sit with imposter syndrome Jayde’s reminder to take up space and be proud of hard work Do we constantly downplay our efforts and achievements as mums in paid work? Jayde shares her…

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    S1 · E401 · 29 Jun 2026 · 53 min

    Our kids’ personal safety, where do we even begin? Child sexual abuse prevention - with Alison Geale, CEO of Bravehearts

    **This episode discusses child sexual abuse. Please listen with care and reach out to a support service if you need to speak to someone. Visit ChildSafety.gov.au/Get-Support for a list of services.** We speak to Alison Geale, CEO of Bravehearts, who works to provide a holistic approach to the prevention and treatment of child sexual abuse. This is a big but important topic and we’ve gathered your top questions to help educate us on having personal safety conversations with our kids. We discuss… What are age-appropriate discussions to have regarding personal safety? Bringing up big topics if…