KICBump

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Welcome to KICBump - your podcast from birth, to baby, and beyond with Steph Claire Smith & Laura Henshaw.

Find out more at www.kicwellness.com and follow us on Instagram @kic @stephclairesmith @laura.henshaw

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Aug 21, 2022 · 48 min
KICBUMP: Watching your partner go through childbirth, then going through it yourself! With Moana Hope
Although every woman's pregnancy and birth story is different, one thing most mums can agree on is that a man will never truly understand what it's like to go through childbirth - and so for a lot of mums, this includes their partner. Former AFLW player & Survivor star Moana Hope is in the unique position where she knows exactly what it's like from both perspectives! Her wife Isabella Carlstrom gave birth to their daughter Svea in 2020, then in June this year Moana gave birth to their son Ahi. In this episode of KICBUMP, Moana not only shares her fascinating story of forming her beautiful family, but also generously tells her birth story for the first time. KIC UPDATES KICBUMP will soon be branching off to be its own separate podcast. Be sure to follow/subscribe once it exits the KICPOD feed in a few weeks' time! Try our KIC 14 day trial here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 7, 2022 · 32 min
KICBUMP: The real side of motherhood that nobody is talking about, with Ash Pollard
For a lot of new mums, it can be extremely daunting dealing with everything that comes with parenthood, and on top of that seeing every other mum on Instagram seemingly cope just fine can add pressure and strip our confidence. Ash Pollard wants to cut the crap! She’s got two kids under two, so has been through it all! She very generously bares all in this episode of KICBUMP, sharing the hardships she’s faced in her personal experience, and removing the stigma attached to postnatal depression and anxiety. If you are suffering from postnatal depression or anxiety please reach out to the PANDA National helpline on 1300 726 306 or visit www.panda.org.au SPECIAL GUEST Australian cook, author, TV & radio personality Ash Pollard See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 26, 2022 · 40 min
KICBUMP: What is a Doula? with Tess Batchelor
If you’ve heard the term ‘Doula’ but aren’t exactly sure what’s involved, this is the episode for you. Steph chats with Victorian-based Doula, Tess Batchelor about how a Doula can support you from conception right through pregnancy and into the wildly beautiful postpartum period. Tess shares the different levels of support available, her experience with a variety of parents and births and the surprisingly affordable costs! SPECIAL GUEST Tess Batchelor Save 50% off with KIC $25 for 3 months when you sign up via www.keepitcleaner.com using the code WIW50 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 12, 2022 · 36 min
KICBUMP: My Experience with Postpartum Anxiety with Jessica Urlichs
1 in 5 new mums and 1 in 10 new dads experience perinatal depression and anxiety, yet the topic is still considered taboo. This week Steph chats to Jessica Urlichs, a beautiful mum of 2 (soon to be 3) author and passionate spokesperson for perinatal mental health. Jess very kindly speaks to her personal experience with postnatal anxiety, the tips that got her through her hardest days and advice on supporting loved ones going through this. If you are suffering from postnatal anxiety or depression please reach out to the PANDA National helpline on 1300 726 306 or visit www.panda.org.au SPECIAL GUEST Jessica Urlichs KIC WINTER OFFER $25 for 3 months when you sign up via www.keepitcleaner.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 29, 2022 · 1 hr 12 min
KICBUMP: Postpartum, poop & prams with Steph, Emma & Tracey
Harvey turns 1! To celebrate, Steph reminisces on her first year of motherhood with Tracey & Emma from her mums group. Together they explore memories from the very early days, what they wish they knew going into postpartum and the must-have things that got them and their bubs through the toughest days. Thinking back on the year of firsts they discuss the highs and lows, what they’d do differently and share a whole lot of poo stories! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 15, 2022 · 54 min
KICBUMP: Educating & Empowering You for Birth & Beyond with Midwife Zoe
Today's guest on this episode of the KICBUMP KICPOD is Zoe, a midwife motivated to empower and educate women through all things pregnancy, birth and beyond. Steph asked Zoe a number of questions you as a community sent through, and reminisced on her own experience with midwives and birth too. We hope you leave this podcast feeling just that little bit more educated and ready for what birth and beyond has in store for you, and that no matter what happens… you’re not alone. If you’re looking for an online community of other mummas to connect with, you can find our private KICBUMP group on Facebook. SPECIAL GUEST: Zoe Robson Instagram: @midwifezoe Podcast: Midwife in My Pocket Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 1, 2022 · 40 min
KICBUMP: The Hormone Rollercoaster: Postpartum & Weaning off Breastfeeding
In this episode, Steph opens up about her own experiences around the hormonal shifts and emotions she experienced post the birth of her baby Harvey, and more recently the hormonal change since weaning off breastfeeding. Outside of sharing her personal experience, Amanda Ward (Steph’s OB) explains what is going on in a woman’s body in both of these stages to help us better understand why you may be feeling or reacting the way you are! Thank you to our KICBUMP community members who shared their experiences with Steph to share as well! If you’re looking for an online community of other mummas to connect with, you can find our private KICBUMP page on Facebook. To celebrate mothers day, Steph will be running a LIVE KIC workout in the KICBUMP FB community at 10am on the 9th of May. https://panda.org.au - support for you and your family SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Thanks to this weeks sponsor ROCC Naturals you can try their vitamin enriched toothpaste in Australia's first biodegradable toothpaste tube. Jump online to roccnaturals.com.au and try a tube for half price PLUS enjoy free shipping. Enter code KICCPOD2022 to redeem. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 3, 2022 · 35 min
KICBUMP: Life as a Stay at Home Dad with Josh Miller
On this very exciting episode, Steph chats with her husband and Harvey’s dad, Josh Miller! Now that Steph’s returned to the KIC office, Josh is proudly a stay at home dad. Together they explore his work-life pre-Harvey, how he’s coping with this new lifestyle, tips on avoiding groundhog day, the importance of filling your cup outside of parenthood and the pressures and stigma around stay at home dads. Whether you’re a new parent, soon-to-be or simply interested in how it all works BTS, we have no doubt you’ll love this episode with Josh. SPECIAL GUEST Josh Miller 1 FREE MONTH WITH KIC Use the code KICPODAPRIL for one free month with KIC at www.keepitcleaner.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 20, 2022 · 46 min
KICBUMP: When Birth Plans don't go to Plan
In today's KICBUMP episode Steph reflects on her own birth story, and shares a number of the communities birth stories too where their birth didn't exactly go to plan! The common piece of advice; have preferences over having a plan & remember that your personal feelings when you reflect on your own birth are valid no matter what they are. You are able to feel grateful at the same time as disappointed - the two feelings absolutely can sit parallel when it comes to reflecting on your birth. If you’re looking for an online community of other mummas to connect with, you can find our private KICBUMP page on Facebook. Thank you to todays sponsor, ErgoPouch. If you’re interested in checking them out, you can purchase the NEW Winter Harvest Collection, and their entire safe-sleep approved range, which covers newborns to 12-year-olds, exclusively online through the ergoPouch website; ergopouch.com.au. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 6, 2022 · 36 min
KICBUMP: The fourth trimester
This week on the KICBUMP pod, Steph reflects on her own experiences as a brand new mum in that 'fourth trimester' - the period that a lot of the pregnancy/baby books forget to cover! She share's her own tips and tricks to help you through this challenging yet exciting time, and also has three guests share their wisdom too. Those guests are; Maggie (@thepeninsulamumma) a mum of two, Emma Walker (@emmacharlottew) a midwife and good friend of Steph's and Ashleigh Mason (thewomenslifephysio), our KIC physio and womens health educator. We hope you finish this episode feeling excited and ready for the journey ahead into motherhood. Remember our KICBUMP Fb community is there to support you, we can be your virtual mothers group. Find us on Fb and join today. SPECIAL SHARE: Book: The Motherhood, Jamila Rizvi DONATE NOW: https://www.givit.org.au/storms-and-flooding See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 20, 2022 · 49 min
KICBUMP: Educated & empowered with Tiny Hearts
This week on the KICBUMP pod, Steph sat down with Nikki & Rach, co-founders of Tiny Hearts Education. Navigating motherhood can be a really overwhelming experience, but an educated mumma is an empowered mumma. This episode is packed full of expert advice on food allergies, anxiety around solids, common choking hazards, basic first aid, burns and so much more. We hope this episode helps you feel more confident and in control. You’ve got this mumma. SPECIAL GUESTS Nikki Jurcurtz Rachael Waia Find out more about Tiny Hearts Education at www.tinyheartseducation.com @tinyheartseducation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 6, 2022 · 57 min
KICBUMP: Returning to Work with Emma Vosti
On the very first KICBUMP episode of 2022, Steph chats with one of her friends and fellow mum club member, Emma Vosti. Together they talk through the anticipations, struggles and juggles of returning to work after maternity leave. If heading back to work is making you feel a little overwhelmed, we really hope you feel less alone when tuning into this raw chat with Em & Steph. SPECIAL GUEST Emma Vosti See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 12, 2021 · 52 min
KICBUMP: Miscarriage - screw the stigma, Nicole's talking about it.
Trigger warning: Miscarriage & pregnancy loss 1 in 4 pregnancies end in miscarriage, yet the topic remains taboo. Steph sits down with KIC’s beautiful team member, Nicole Maycroft, who has unfortunately experienced miscarriage, twice. Nicole very bravely shares an insight to her story, advice on how to help your loved ones as they experience pregnancy loss, the tips and tools that got her through the hardest days, her thoughts towards the 12 week wait and to top it all off, her recent experience with Grave’s Disease. Nicole is determined to break the stigma and help other women & their partners feel less alone. If you’ve recently experienced pregnancy loss and wish to skip passed Steph’s updates on Harvey please start the episode at 9:30 SPECIAL GUEST Nicole Maycroft Read Nicole's story and tips to get through a miscarriage here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 28, 2021 · 45 min
KICBUMP: From bump to baby, your women's health questions answered!
In this week's episode Steph sits down with KICBUMP's very own women's health educator & physio, Ash Mason. Ash is a holistic physio and mind-set coach who genuinely loves empowering others to feel confident and is an absolute wealth of knowledge when it comes to all things women’s health! Ash shares her tips, tricks and tools on exercising during pregnancy, looking after your body post-birth, abdominal separation and other common women's health symptoms, mental health, burnout and feelings of overwhelm throughout all stages of early motherhood. To wrap up the episode Ash takes us through a pelvic floor exercise that you can literally do anywhere! SPECIAL GUEST Ash Mason @thewomenslifephysio SPECIAL SHARE Blueberry & Cinnamon Porridge via the KIC app. Want to try KICBUMP? Get 60% off with our Black Friday Sale. Just $7.80 for your first month. Head to www.keepitcleaner.com to redeem this offer. Sale ends midnight tonight! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 14, 2021 · 51 min
KICBUMP: Judgement, Guilt & Body Acceptance with The Peninsula Mumma
In this week’s KICBUMP episode Steph chats with Maggie Chretien, AKA, The Peninsula Mumma. As two mums who have openly shared their experience with sleep school, Steph & Maggie discuss the judgment they have received on social media and the ways in which they have learnt to cope with unsolicited opinions. Together they dive into tips on managing mum guilt, the power and importance of communication and body acceptance. Maggie opens up about her postnatal anxiety and how Googling is 'a no from me’. We admire and adore Maggie’s strength and transparency and hope that new & expectant mums will feel more confident in themselves and their skin after listening to this episode. SPECIAL GUEST Maggie Chretien See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 31, 2021 · 53 min
KICBUMP: Steph's mum chats pregnancy, birth & bringing up baby Steph!
We are so excited to release our very first KICBUMP KIC POD episode! Every fortnight, Steph will be chatting with an incredible line-up of experts, friends and like-minded mums to explore all things motherhood. To KIC' things off, Steph speaks with the most inspirational mum in her life, Wendy Smith; her very own mum! The mother-daughter duo dive into Wendy's pregnancy and birth stories (warning for those who envy easy, breezy births!), the differences and similarities they experienced and Wendy shares an insight into raising baby Steph! Join the KICBUMP Facebook Community SPECIAL GUEST Wendy Smith, Steph's Mum! STEPH'S SPECIAL SHARE The Wonky Donkey by Craig Smith See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 27, 2021 · 54 min
KICBUMP: Exercising, eating & all things pregnancy with Dr Bronwyn
This week's episode is all about pregnancy! As Steph patiently waits for the arrival of her bub, it was the perfect time to chat with Dr Bronwyn as she answers the KIC community's questions. We dive into the science of becoming pregnant, tips on combatting morning sickness, anxieties around food & exercise, miscarriages, childbirth and periods post baby! Steph & Laura fill you in on KICBUMP, the pre & postnatal Pilates program coming to the KIC app this Mother's Day! KIC SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: Red curry with salmon + One pan maple chicken bake recipe Steph: Anzac biscuit recipe All found in the recipe hub in app! SPECIAL GUEST: Dr Bronwyn: @drbronwynhamilton To check out THE ICONIC's latest range of stylish clothes & footwear head to www.theiconic.com.au Free delivery. Fast delivery. Free returns! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.