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PUMPED Podcast

Hayley Flowers & Sophie Lavender

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When it comes to the conversation around Motherhood, pregnancy and birth often take centre stage, but ask any mum and they’ll tell you - it’s after your baby is born that the fun really begins! Hosted by dynamic Sydney-based duo Hayley Flowers and Sophie Lavender, PUMPED is a podcast that explores the challenges of the Fourth Trimester and life thereafter. They unpack the messy love that is Motherhood in a safe, humorous and fun space. From bleeding bum holes, to leaking bladders. This podca ...
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Well...This wraps up and HUGE Season 3 of Pumped Poddy! We catch up with our guest host Rach Calvert owner of Marvell Lane and get a life update on where the hell she has been for the last few months. We ask Rach: What's news? Your PUMP UP/DOWN? How's Murphy? How is your mental health and life in general traveling? How's Motherhood at the moment fo…
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Today we chat with the wonderful Owner of OMM LABEL Ophelie Mouton. OMM stands for Oh My Mama or Oh, my mama or Oh my…mama! You can read it many ways, but at its core, 'Omm' means “Mother” in Arabic. OMM Label is not your average breastfeeding brand and is like nothing else on the market. This is quality ethical clothing for damn cool mums. We love…
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Welcome back, friends! In this episode I speak to comedian Lizzy Hoo. We talk about how Lizzy handled money growing up, where to draw the line with humour, running a business as a comedy woman, and more. You can find Lizzy at the next comedy festival in your nearest city. If you want to watch this interview, head to www.youtube.com/@bani Connect wi…
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Naomi Chrisoulakis is a certified postpartum doula who lives with her husband and two beautiful children in the Illawarra region. She believes every woman deserves a postpartum period that's restful, rejuvenating and respectful of the massive transition into Motherhood. Naomi has a new online postpartum preparation and fourth trimester cooking cour…
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Naomi Chrisoulakis is a certified postpartum doula who lives with her husband and two beautiful children in the Illawarra region. She believes every woman deserves a postpartum period that's restful, rejuvenating and respectful of the massive transition into Motherhood. Naomi has a new online postpartum preparation and fourth trimester cooking cour…
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Today we chat with the delightful Bella Brennan. Bella is a mumma of two little girls - Edie, three, and Tilly, one, and a writer and editor. She is funny and candid in her storytelling and has over a decade of experience in women’s publishing and digital media. She cut her teeth on a slew of mags you probably used to love - from CLEO to SHOP Til Y…
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When Amy Clarke had her second baby 5 years ago, she felt so lost. She couldn't go back to her full time office job and after coming out of a Post Natal Depression Fog. She really wanted to create a brand that resonated with her and my fellow female community. This drove her to create Confetti Rebels. It soon became her third baby. Amy wanted to cr…
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Today we welcome our incredible Sponsor and one of the co-founders of Active Truth. We are such HUGE fans of this company and have both lived in the maternity tights before and after birth. So, we are humbled to chat to Nadia Tucker, who moved to Brisbane on the same day in 2011 and as new her neighbor Stevie (sounds like destiny) and they quickly …
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Today we welcome Dr Alexander Owen who is an Obstetrician, Gynecologist and Sonologist (ultrasound specialist) with a special interest in high-risk pregnancy. He consults from rooms in Bondi Junction, delivers at both Prince of Wales Private Hospital, and the Royal in Randwick where we both had our babies. Alex is the proud father of three kids so,…
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Trigger warning for this episode- we discuss Birth Trauma on a deep level. If you require support after listening to this episode please visit Birthtrauma.org.au (ABTA) and you can also follow them on Instagram @birthtrauma.org.au There are additional support resources here. Now given that Birth Trauma Awareness Week has recently passed. We thought…
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Today you are in for a treat as we talk to the passionate Elise Clement -A life coach dedicated to women’s wellbeing and personal evolution through Motherhood and Matrescence. We talk about returning to work and if its right, changing mindsets around mothers and work and the 1950's concept of "The Good Mother"- So of the questions we cover are belo…
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So...We have all kept humans alive for one year or in Rach's case almost ONE YEAR! This is HUGE given the current climate and all that has happened in 2022. We unpack all of the lessons that we have learnt along the way and get an important update from Rach about her life, work and how Motherhood has been treating her as it has been a hot minute. W…
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Trigger warning for this episode! We cover all things Domestic Violence and Survival so if you need support please call 1800RESPECT. This episode is also brought to you by WHITE RIBBON AUSTRALIA. White Ribbon Australia is a part of a global social movement working to eliminate gendered violence. They strive for an Australian society where all women…
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Today we welcome the ever so lovely Anna Robards and Christie Whitehill founders of INTU WELLNESS. Anna stepped into the media spotlight in 2013 when she met her bachelor and now husband Tim Robards. Since then, Anna has worked with some of Australia’s biggest beauty and fashion brands and appeared on several TV shows. Anna’s journey into wellness …
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Today we welcome the incredible female entrepreneur Jen Dugard, who is making exercise safe for women experiencing all stages of Motherhood. Over 1, 000 personal trainers across Aus, NZ and Singapore have completed Jen’s Safe Return to Exercise certification which upskills trainers and educates them on how to safely train mums. She has also recentl…
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Our bonus episode is here with the amazing Chelsea Pottenger who is a leading international motivational speaker and an authority on mindfulness and productivity. This episode comes with a trigger warning as the conversation covers suicidal ideation and postnatal depression. If you need support follow the links in our 'We Cover' section. Chels has …
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Dr Lisa Cooper is a florist, artist, doctor of philosophy, and author of the book, The Flowers - which is what our episode is about. We talk about ballet, flowers, process, violence, and grace. I do mention in the episode about how we met, so I won’t say too much but I like to refer to myself as the hot minute intern in her life, and I stand by tha…
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Well, we are back for SEASON 3. This one is for all of the to be mummas and current parents who may have underestimated the good old ‘4th trimester’...Hays, Soph and Rach cover: What to pack and NOT pack at the hospital and is a spreadsheet really necessary. We want to know how many times you all packed your hospital bags? The admin that comes with…
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This is it! The BIG Finale of Season 2. We are so proud and pumped with this season, our beautiful and inspiring guests, our new Co-Host who has absolutely smashed Season 2 and our wonderful Guest Host Rach Calvert who really spills the sauce for our wrap up episode. Stay tuned for a Rach update for Season 3 as we have some exciting news around tha…
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Today we are so excited to have chatted with Nikki Jurcutz - CEO of ‘Tiny Hearts Education’ which we all know that our listeners avidly follow. As a paramedic, when Nikki would often be called to jobs where, had parents been confident with simple first aid, the outcome could have been very different. So, Rach and Nikki created their baby first aid …
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In this episode we meet Rachel Tomlinson, mother, wife, dog mum, psychologist and internationally author of the books “Teaching Kids to be Kind” & “A Blue Kind of Day”... She is one of those lucky people who knew what they wanted to do from the time they left school. She has steadily worked towards her goal and has spent her entire adult life gaini…
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This weeks episode we are treated with the delight that is @lauren_dovey_ Lauren, is the founder of Heat Healer/@heathealer, a direct-to-consumer health & wellness brand focused on developing the world’s best heat therapy products. Lauren shares her fourth trimester journey, raising three young kids (3 kids in two years as her second pregnancy was …
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This episode does have a trigger warning for the brief mention of suicide and overall mental health. If you feel like you need support please reach out to the organisations: Beyond Blue, Panda, Lifeline Australia and Head Space. You asked and we delivered. "ASK RACH ANYTHING" is back and there is some juice. That's right, every few episodes we will…
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Our season finale for this podcast is with Zipporah Doiron. Zippy is a registered counselling therapist who lives in a tiny house in Canada. We talk about language, the beauty of grief, how common sense is cultural, and being okay with the unknown. Connect with Zippy Website - https://creativeartstherapy.ca Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/imw…
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Hollie Azzopardi is a leading Australian Mind, Body & Soul mentor, body love advocate and model, speaker and writer. Co-host of The Middle Podcast and her latest podcast ‘Soul Talk’, and published in Cosmopolitan, OK Magazine and Mamamia, her sold out workshops, online programmes and speaking events incorporate a refreshing “no bullshit” approach t…
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Episode 21 is with Agam Darshi - actor, writer, and director of Donkeyhead (available now on Netflix). Agam has been acting for 18 years and this film is her directorial debut. I was so inspired by this film, that as soon as I watched itI contacted Agam for a chance to interview her - and she said yes! This week we talk about Donkeyhead, Agam’s car…
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Today we welcome the lovely Rochelle Leivenzon who both Soph and Hayley have worked with when needing support around feeding their babies. Rochelle is a registered and endorsed midwife and IBCLC Lactation Consultant. Her passion is for the postnatal period, preparing and supporting women and families for the reality of having a baby all while adjus…
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This week we’re talking to Gill and Hayley. Gillian Kayrooz is an artist from Western Sydney. She has completed residencies in China, Japan, and most recently is at the Parramatta Artist Studios program. Hayley, who has been on the show (you can check her episode out - it’s number 7) joins Gill and I as we talk about SCA, Gill’s artistic journey an…
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In today's episode we welcome the beautiful, gentle, intelligent and creative soul–Tess Guinery. Tess is not only a Mother but also an artist and the creator of the renowned, ‘The Apricot Memoirs’ and 'The Moonflower Monologues’ and more recently her beautiful new poetry book, ‘The Stars Nodded'. This recent beautiful book is a piece of poetry take…
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This week we’re talking to Kirstyn - a multi disciplinarian. Kirstyn is a performer, actor and singer-songwriter based in Sydney. In this week’s episode we talk about setting boundaries, Kirstyn’s writing process, motorhomes and campervans, travelling, and saying yes to life. Connect with Kirstyn- https://www.instagram.com/kirstyn_niccolle/ 00:00 I…
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Lindy Klim ladies and gents! The Balinese-Australian fashion identity who has captivated the public with her trademark sophistication for nearly two decades. Away from the black tie occasions and runway shows, Lindy leads a full but low-key life in Bali as a devoted mother to her four children Stellar, Rocco, Frankie and Goldie, and husband, Adam E…
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Nabu, also known as Nabil Pala, is an upcoming rapper and musician based in Sydney. In his early years he used to dance and now that outlet has moved into music. He has immersed himself in understand music production to work on his upcoming solo project. In this week’s episode we talk about creative risks, everyone on their own timeline, and Nabu’s…
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Today we welcome the incredible Yong-Li Zhou who along with her mum, Nan Chen, is the founder and creator of Enbacci , our wonderful Sponsors for season 2. Nan has a background in fashion design and has worked as a Manager for numerous luxury boutiques before starting her own businesses. Yong-Li has a Diploma in Personal Care Development and certif…
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Felicia Darbyshire-Pirie is the owner of The Pilates Centre based in Canberra. She has studied massage therapy, professional pilates instruction, the pilates method, a Bachelor of coaching science, and more. In this week’s episode we talk about the golden handcuffs, running a business, growing up on the farm, and mindset. Connect with Felicia www.i…
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We are back and we couldn't be more PUMPED! We have SO much juicy goodness in store for you this season. But, first we need to introduce our NEW Co-Host...Sophie Lavender. Some of you may recall this absolute delight from Episode 9 of Season 1 but she is back to stay now taking over the gorgeous Bianca’s role. We find out more about Soph in this ep…
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Carmel is an artist and owner of Scratch Art Space gallery based in Marrickville, Sydney. She studied at the National Art School. She also studied a Bachelor of Visual Art (Honours) in Canberra, Masters of Fine Art at UNSW. She’s held exhibitions in Australia and internationally. In this week’s episode we talk about letting go, how drawing skills i…
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Eli Haski is the owner of Canberra Yoga Space based in Phillip. She has trained in anatomy, fitness, dance fitness, kinesiology, and yoga. She also plays the sound bowls every Friday at the studio for members and non-members - for free. These sound bowls changed my life, and I wanted to bring her on the show to share her life story. This week we ta…
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Olga Tamara is an advanced classical pilates trainer, actor, former ballet dancer, and owner of Authentic Pilates Studio based in Balmain, Sydney. She went to the Australian Ballet School, and then worked in the Australian Ballet Company, then moved to acting and pilates. In this week’s episode we talk about memories from the Company, work ethic, a…
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Well... that's a BIG fat wrap! We are absolutely thrilled that you have invited us into your lives, allowing us to share not only our experiences as first time mummas, but the wonderfully inspirational and uplifting stories of the mummas we were lucky enough to speak with. This episode wraps up what we have learnt, what's to come and some funny que…
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TejInder Singh Khamkha is a still photographer based in Bombay, India. He’s worked on the Netflix film White Tiger, Chhapaak and his most recent film, Rashmi Rocket. In this week’s episode we talk about trusting the process, the limits of talent, and TejInder’s journey from the village of Punjab to working at MAMI (Mumbai Academy of Moving Image) F…
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In today's not to miss episode we chat with the legendary and articulate Rachael Rose. It is difficult to describe Rachael in a few words. Not only is a she mother to her beautiful babes Dion and Elouise, she also runs her own business in Wollongong, south of Sydney, as a Women's Circle Facilitator, Doula, Business Mentor for Mothers, Course Creato…
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Ajoy Joshi is the chef and owner of Nilgiri’s Restaurant based in Cremorne, Sydney. Born in Hyderabad, India, he has been working as a chef for over 3 decades now, celebrating all regions of India’s diverse cuisine. In this week’s episode we talk about Chef’s upbringing, living in the moment, and cricket analogies. We unpack how he and his wife, Me…
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In today's episode we chat to the lovely Sophie Lavender. She is a mumma to beautiful baby girl Florence, aka Flo, works in marketing at Canva and is a Marriage Celebrant at her very own company https://www.twostronghearts.com/. Similar to many new mums during this time, Sophie has had to navigate life with a newborn during lockdown without the hel…
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There's no doubt about it! Renee Jennings has a passion for food...Renee is a Registered Prenatal/Postnatal Dietitian and together with her lovely friend Georgia, an English Teacher and mumma, founded Nurture the Seed , which aims to educate and empower women who are trying to conceive, pregnant or in their postpartum. The current Australian guidel…
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Harpreet Singh is the founder and owner of Muscle Honey. He has planted hives over the east coast of Australia. When he’s not a beekeeper, he’s a full-time finance business partner. In this week’s episode, we unpack bee facts, coping with grief, viral tiktoks, and how stress is vital to growth. Connect with Harpreet Website https://www.musclehoney.…
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This episode does have a trigger warning for suicidal ideation and mental health. If you feel like you need support please reach out to the organisations: Beyond Blue, Panda, Lifeline Australia and Head Space Rachael Calvert is bright, busty, busy and oh so beautiful. We deep dive into her world as she unpacks the raw reality of motherhood, and jug…
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Inder Dhillon (aka Preet) is a fashion designer based in Sydney. She is the creative director of twosix., a teacher at Ultimo's TAFE Fashion Design Studio, and a mum of an 8-year-old. In this week's episode we unpack Inder's journey from working at Macquarie Bank in finance to creating a swimwear brand. We talk about standards, grief, freedom, the …
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Jessica Moore is a powerhouse! She is successful and has beautiful baby Franco, but it hasn't necessarily been the journey that she anticipated. Jess found her waters breaking just shy of 31 weeks. It was then that her early journey into motherhood began. Jess was induced, Franco was born and swiftly placed in NICU for the first two months of his l…
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Pandora Jones is a watercolour artist based in Perth, WA. She is also a sailor and yoga instructor. She currently runs her own watercolour workshops and believes in the force of women as a collective. In this week’s episode we chat about what is involved in a sailor’s life, the artist’s work process, and the interconnectedness of life. Stay tuned w…
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Have you ever been told by a medical professional that you and your baby are an example of 'Failure to Thrive'? If you have, this episode is for you and how you can overcome hearing that awful terminology. We chat to the lovely, charming, strong and hilarious Georgia. Georgia is a mumma to the cutest baby boy Elijah who is 18 months old and is a Ps…
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