The Dark Side of Postpartum: My Time in a Psych Ward
Content Warning: This episode discusses themes that may be upsetting. We discuss postpartum depression and psychosis, suicidal ideation, overdose, severe mental health issues and disassociation. Listener discretion is advised. The postpartum period can be one of the most isolating and lonely times of someone's life. You've just grown and birthed an entire human, your hormones are all over the shop, and you're keeping your little one alive while sleep-deprived and trying to remember the person you once were. It's often not a great recipe, yet we're still sold the idea of bliss being wrapped up in a 'newborn bubble'. In this episode, Kel and Kee discuss their own experiences with postpartum mental health and chat with someone whose experience led her to a psychiatric facility only weeks post-birth. This is an honest and raw conversation; let it remind you that you're never alone. If you or someone you know is in crisis and needs help now, call triple zero (000). You can also call Lifeline on 13 11 14 - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia) supports women, men and families across Australia affected by anxiety and depression during pregnancy and in the first year of parenthood. Call 1300 726 306, 9am – 7:30pm AEST (Mon-Fri). HOSTS & PRODUCERSKelly McCarren @kelly_mccarrenKee Reece Searles @keereece AUDIO PRODUCTIONMadeline Joannou - Mylk Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Help, My Kid Won’t Eat Anything!
If your toddler currently survives on beige food, air and attitude - welcome, you’re among friends. Today Kelly and Beth are diving into one of the most universal parenting headaches: fussy eating. Before sharing their own chaotic mealtime stories, they call in someone who actually knows what they’re talking about: Dr Kyla, paediatric dietitian, mum of two, and bona fide feeding-kids oracle - here to make sense of the madness and reassure us that we’re not raising future pasta-only adults. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONEDDR KYLA’S FUSSY EATING MASTERCLASS EASY TODDLER SNACKS GUIDEBydee BathersLily Allen - West End Girl HOSTS & PRODUCERSKelly McCarren @kelly_mccarrenBeth Stanford Brown GUESTDr Kyla - https://mealtimes.com.au/ AUDIO PRODUCTIONMadeline Joannou - Mylk Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Toddler Tantrum Survival Guide
We all know that little people have really big feelings, but believe it or not, their meltdowns are actually really healthy. In this episode, the incredible Gen Muir joins us. Gen is an obstetric social worker, parent educator and mum to four boys. She teaches us how to be the best possible parents for our children, with practical tips for surviving tantrums, meltdowns, and emotional outbursts. Learn how to stay calm, set boundaries, and prevent tantrums before they start, plus strategies to support your toddler’s emotional growth. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONEDLittle People Big FeelingsBeyond The Chaos HOSTS & PRODUCERSKelly McCarren @kelly_mccarrenKee Reece Searles @keereece AUDIO PRODUCTIONMadeline Joannou - Mylk Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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How To Raise Good Men (Starting With Our Boys)
Raising boys sounds simple until you’re actually doing it. Kelly and Beth dive into the chaos, guilt and joy of shaping tiny humans into good men - from gender bias and “boy mum” cringe to why it’s okay to want softness in your sons. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONEDEverything Maggie DentDean Withers @itsdeannPayal Content Creator @payalforstyle HOSTS & PRODUCERSKelly McCarren @kelly_mccarrenBeth Stanford Brown AUDIO PRODUCTIONMadeline Joannou - Mylk Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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This Is Why We Can't Be Mum Friends
We all have parenting red flags, and today we’re comparing notes. From screen-time shamers to the “Bubs and Hubs” brigade (plus the beige flags we secretly love), we’re unpacking the habits that instantly tell you who your people are… and who you’ll quietly sidestep at the park. LINKS TO EVERYTHING MENTIONEDWayward - Netflix HOSTS & PRODUCERSKelly McCarren @kelly_mccarrenLize Ratliff - @lizaratliffAUDIO PRODUCTIONMadeline Joannou - Mylk Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hosted by Kelly McCarren and Kee Reece Searles, Eat Sleep Repeat is a weekly virtual mother’s group in your ears. It's a judgement and shame-free zone where Kel and Kee share their raw, honest, funny and relatable experience being first time mums, trying desperately to survive.
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