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Join news presenter Davina Smith in a podcast that tells the silent truth of Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA) loudly, in raw and honest accounts from some of the one in five mothers and one and ten fathers living with it. Paired with expert insights from psychologists and counsellors in the field, this podcast, made in partnership with Gidget Foundation Australia, explores the realities of parenthood, breaks down stigma surrounding perinatal mental health, and gives you the tools on how and when to seek support.
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S3E16 ROUNDTABLE: Navigating the challenges that can follow a traumatic birth
Following our episode with Sophie Walker of Australian Birth Stories, who shared her traumatic first birth experience, this season’s final roundtable discussion unpacks how the mental and physical…
S3E15 Birth Trauma, recovery, and when the birth-plan goes out the window: Sophie Walker’s Story
Birth is often painted as a moment of pure joy, but what happens when the reality is far more complicated? In this deeply personal episode, Sophie Walker shares her journey through birth trauma,…
S3E14 ROUNDTABLE: Balancing Biology, Age, & Mental Health with Dr Leah Hechtman
When does ‘older’ motherhood begin, and why does the outdated label geriatric pregnancy still haunt women in their 30s and 40s? In this insightful roundtable, Dr Leah Hechtman (PhD), naturopathic…
S3E13 Donor Eggs, Divine Signs, and Motherhood at 47: Sheila’s story
At 47, Sheila - high-performance coach, former CFO, and self-proclaimed "late bloomer” - finally held her miracle baby in her arms. But the road to motherhood was anything but conventional. In this…
S3E12 ROUNDTABLE: Mat Leave, Money Fears & the Financial Survival Guide for New Parents
Having a baby is life-changing, but so is the financial shock that comes with it. In this candid roundtable with personal finance expert Kate Browne from Compare Club and Gidget Psychologist Alicia…
S3E11 Being ‘man enough’ to admit that you’re drowning: Luke’s Story
When Luke - a musician, performer, and devoted dad - found himself lying on the floor in tears, overwhelmed by the weight of fatherhood, he faced a silent battle many men never admit to: postnatal…
S3E10 ROUNDTABLE: Breaking Stereotypes and Finding Strength in parenting young
In this roundtable discussion, host Davina Smith explores the realities of young parenthood with Dr Arianne Reis from Young Well Being’s and psychologist Dr Felicity Chandler from the Gidget…
S3E9 Young, In Love, & Unexpectedly Pregnant: Georgie & Zac’s Story
From a cheeky Snapchat message to raising two daughters under three, Georgia and Zac's story is raw, hilarious, and deeply relatable. In this episode, they open up about falling in love fast,…
S3E8 ROUNDTABLE: Inside the true cost of IVF
Join Davina Smith as she zooms out from individual stories to tackle the complex world of fertility struggles. Joined by Fertility specialist Dr Lionel Reyftmann and Registered Psychologist Matt…
S3E7 The Wiggle, The Wait, and the Babies: Caterina’s solo journey through IVF
You may know her as the bright, bubbly Wiggle lighting up stages for kids across the country, but behind the scenes, Caterina Mete was on a deeply personal mission: to become a mum, on her own terms.…
S3E6 ROUNDTABLE: Cracking the Modern Dad Code with Dr Golly
Join host Davina Smith, Paediatrician Dr Golly, and Clinical Team Leader & Registered Psychologist at the Gidget Foundation Matt Aquilina as they unpack the pressure men feel to be the “fixer,”…
S3E5 When Fatherhood Unearths Old Wounds: Frank’s Story
For Frank, becoming a dad wasn’t just life-changing, it was life-defining. But instead of joy, early fatherhood brought his past crashing to the surface. In this raw and revealing episode, Frank…
S3E4 ROUNDTABLE: How trauma shows up in parenthood – and what helps
What happens when parenthood triggers your deepest wounds? In this vulnerable and vital roundtable conversation, host Davina Smith unpacks the complex journey of becoming a parent as a survivor of…
S3E3 Breaking the Cycle: How Dusk Liney Rewrote Motherhood After Childhood Trauma
Dusk Liney grew up thinking she needed to be ‘fixed’ before she could become a mother. A survivor of childhood sexual assault, she tells Davina how she carried the weight of shame, silence and…
S3E2 ROUNDTABLE: Parenting with a disability – unlearning assumptions
In this powerful roundtable conversation, host Davina Smith sits down with the CEO & Director of Disability Maternity Care, and Gidget Psychologist Dr Erin Seeto to unpack the challenges of…
S3E1 Medals to motherhood: Ellie Cole on love, loss and defying limits
Australia’s most decorated Paralympian, Ellie Cole, thought she knew what success felt like. Until, she held her son Felix for the first time. Speaking with host Davina Smith, she opens up about the…
S2E8 Jack & Courtney's plunge into parenthood, support as a non-birthing partner & fatherhood - with Dr Golly
From reality television to talking about the reality of parenthood, Jack Millar & Courtney Stubbs share their experience from navigating a challenging pregnancy to embracing life as parents. They…
S2E7 Ash’s awakening to matrescence, surviving motherhood metamorphosis, and when it’s time to ask for help – with Amy Taylor-Kabbaz
A silver lining in a devastating miscarriage gave Ash the courage to explore the newfound maternal parts of herself. With coaching, she discovered matrescence—the emotional, biological, and physical…
S2E6 Pieta’s journey through the unexpected, receiving a prenatal diagnosis, and navigating complex medical decisions – with Dr Golly
Going into her 31-week scan, Pieta was expecting the usual – a jelly-covered belly and the thrill of seeing her baby grow. But what started as a routine scan ended with Pieta facing one of the most…
S2E5 Kylianne’s crusade of pro-lapse prejudice, finding mind-body harmony, and how to succeed as a neurodivergent parent - with Sally Rippin
After years of battling mental health struggles, Kylianne received an unexpected prescription: movement. Embracing physical activity for pure joy rather than aesthetics marked the beginning of her…
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1 in 5 Mothers, 1 in 10 Fathers has published 33 episodes since April 2023, covering topics in Kids & Family, Parenting.
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