Beyond the Bump

After such a positive response to our last episode with Mel, this week we are welcoming back financial educator, author and money expert Mel Browne for a judgment free Q&A, answering your questions about money. From investing for beginners to teaching our kids about cash and the little ways you can make positive changes, this one is practical, honest and an eye opener for the little things that can make big financial differences. We discuss… Does our generation really have it harder when it comes to money? Where to begin with investing: one broad-based ETF, one platform, one regular amount Investing in line with your values, and how to spot greenwashing Pay off the mortgage or invest? Why Mel is a fan of “and” Finding extra cash, from pet sitting and cashback sites to renting out your wardrobe Why the 30 days of no shopping challenge rewires your brain Why you should ask your bank for an interest rate cut every year Should couples share their money? Yours, mine and ours.. Cost of living and kids’ extracurriculars “How would you live if no one was looking?” Investing for your children: minor trust accounts and tax file numbers Teaching kids the value of money in a cashless world, without passing on a scarcity mindset *Mel licensed to give general advice but please seek financial advice for you specific circumstances as needed* This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies. Check out the entire range at tonies.com.au Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

We are so excited to welcome mum of two, author and Go-To Skincare founder, Zoë Foster-Blake. This is a bucket list interview for us and it was jam-packed with truths, laughs and wisdom. We discuss… How Zoë and Hamish started dating Her transition into motherhood, interstate from her village Do Zoë and Hamish balance the juggle of work and family? Creativity, motherhood and a recent ADHD diagnosis Zoë’s experience with perimenopause - mood, joint pain, relationships and HRT “Yoga nidra is the greatest life hack” The beauty of friendship in your 40s and just booking the girl’s trip Links mentioned: Check out Zoë’s latest book, Group Chat This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

For this Bumpie Group Chat, we get together for some mixed vibes before the upcoming podcast break. For our last recording for the next fortnight, we chat about… Sophie is off to Japan! The podcast is off for the school holidays, from 30 Sept - 13th October Jayde has some observations on her mental health The 3 stages of her mental health cycle Why is there a gap in fun tween clothing!? Bumpies sent in their hilarious tech fails The following services offer mental health support: PANDA Beyond Blue Gidget Foundation LifeLine: 131114 Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

For this Bumpies on Board episode, we speak with Jackie, mum of two and breast cancer survivor. After hearing her story at the Bonds Village Walk event in Melbourne, we asked her to share with Bumpies - it’s inspiring, raw and a real reminder of how important a village can be. We discuss… Jackie’s positive postpartum during lockdowns Reevaluating career goals after children Discovering breast cancer at 16 months postpartum Her journey with chemo, radiation, a double mastectomy and recovery Health anxiety after cancer Trying to conceive after cancer - IVF and egg donation The inspiring dedication of her village Pregnancy after loss and the miracle baby she hadn’t seen coming Jackie’s tips for dealing with a health diagnosis How to support a friend with cancer Links mentioned: See Jackie’s eco + plastic-free stationery brand at consciousmae.com.au Follow Jackie on Insta @consciousmae This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

Sophie is running late, opens a surprise present on air and we lightly roast each other… just another Bumpie Group Chat! We’re chatting about… Sophie 35th birthday  The 10 (or 9) things Sophie has learned in 10 years of marriage Bumpies sent in their icks and they are hilarious Why we would swipe right on Tinder Toilet etiquette when you’re dating This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.