Breaking Beige NZ

In part two on Lucies tough tough journey, we talk through the funeral of her husband, and how life looks post this tragedy as a solo mum of two children. Lucie talks us through the process of learning to live without the love of her life, being solo not by choice, learning that grief needs help and trying to support her children through their journeys. Lucie, how brave you are. We cant wait to follow your journey and see how your future looks. Thankyou for being so vaunrable and sharing this incredable journey with us all.

Grab the tissues people, this one is just SO unbearably sad. Lucie Wolfe joins us today to share her story of the most incrediable love turned into loss, with her husband Brooke Wolfe. In part one Lucie shares her and Brooke’s journey with Brain cancer, and how they managed to navigate this with two beautiful children and a franchise in tow. This raw unfiltered story completely broke our hearts as we watched the grief and longing for Lucie’s husband pour out of her. Lucie, you are one unbelievable woman, we cant thank you enough for sharing this devastating story. Alternative treatments mentioned in this story: Bangkok: Verita Life Cancer Treatment Centre Auckland: Canpoy Cancer Centre (Radiation and Chemo) Lucies White Witch: Cat Neale- Natropath and medicine woman. A special mention to Amy (again!!!) from be well and good creative.

Today Kate chats with Natalie Newland from All of Us Community. We delve into life as a creative, solo mum, fashion tips and inspo, and how the dating world has changed. We talk mice infestations (biggest ick ever), coffee (when too much is most certainly too much) and making time for important things in life. A massive thankyou to Natalie for being a top tier stand in for Renee and chewing the fat with Kate today, for a couple of mums who have never met, they are never short of a yarn! Be sure to check out Natalie's amazing brands, 'Newlands' and 'All of Us Community', and support local women in business! Also use code breakingbeige10 for 10% off your cart at all of us community x

Today the gals have a debrief around grandparents vs parents- how do they let them get away with so much when they wouldnt let us?!! Outsourcing to gain clarity, Kates reno plans are unfolding and the process has been a game changer! Also, Renee has had a fantail floating around the house, which led onto a wild chat around what you would want to wear if you die... Such a weird convo… 🤣

Today is another mom debrief with the gals. We delve into being a safe person for your children to talk to, an interesting chat around adhd, some recommendations for the week and a really interesting chat on perspective vs perception courtesy of Amy at Be well and good creative.

Today is another catch up with the gals as they debrief on their constant busy lives. We talk birthdays, fashion, easter, giveaways and becoming the leading lady in your own life.

This week we talk about our bodies, normalizing the crap stuff and celebrating the good. changes that happen during and post pregnancy, do you overshare when it comes to your birth story? kids are off to camp, adddddddmin! and we chat about our amazing giveaway launched this week with Max, R&Co, The Boat House Oakura and Buttlers Reef, where you and a friend can come and have an amazing weekend away where you treat yo' self guilt free!!!! Whooooooo hooooo!!!!!

And the award goes to.... Renee!!! After cleaning up at the Juvenate awards night, Renee talks us through her weekend away, she shares some epic skin tips, and gives us some insight into troublesome skin. We introduce our partnership with All Of Us Community, an NZ clothing brand doing amazing things in the fashion industry.

Today the gals talk emotions, and handling the jandal. How do curve balls affect you and your reactions? Renee has a mere of a week with work/tech issues, Kate has a mere with a lawnmower and sending a stupid text, we just had a mere. We delve into kid issues, how far do you go when getting involved with your kids friendships? How do you be the parent they call when they are in trouble? Plus we get an update on Renee's Perimenopause journey.

Today we chat with our friend Jess, mother of four and the main bread winner in the household with support from her epic hubby Jono. Jess was self motivated and determined from a young age, and it has proven very successful for her and her family. She is an absolutely amazing muma, wife, working parent, friend, and everything else she needs to be. Today she shares some tips on life, managing the juggle, and having peace with your mum guilt!

Today we catch up about LIFE. School is back, that fuzzy little holiday bubble is well and truly over and now its time to focus. We talk about out intentions for this year, the things we want to focus on to be better. Threads, genuine connection, kids, health. We are ready to go 2024!

Part two- and this one is where it gets gritty. Adrienne talks us through her journey with the big 'C', the shock, the fear, the battle, and coming out the other side. Make sure you keep your tissues handy for this chat!

Adrienne (Renee's mummy and absolute legend) sits down with us for a chat all about what she has learned in her 60 years on earth. The best thing about part one is that all the problems and issues we face now are very similar to the issues she faced while raising her FIVE children on the farm... Who am I now that my kids are older, what do I want to be? This is a really amazing story of a determined woman, wife and mother, who just wanted the very best for everyone around her, and herself. Part two next week, where we delve into the age old saying 'in sickness and in health'. You will not want to miss this one!

In this episode we are joined by our dear friend Vicki Williams, an everyday mum who followed her now husband (international rugby referee Paul Williams) to the long white cloud! Vicki shares some gems in this episode, the story of the rat pad, going solo as a mum of three while her husband is away for work, coping while living away from her family and her thoughts around moving back into the workforce post babies. Vicki is an absolute hoot, and is seriously fueled by connection, which is a huge part of what has made her transition here so much easier. She's a good time gal and by the end of this episode you too will want to be her friend!

Today Renee and Kate catch up on the past few weeks of the silly season with a round up of Xmas, New Years, hangovers and goals for 2024. We talk about your feedback for the poddy this year, your most requested topics and what we want to bring you this season on BB! Stay tuned!!

What a whirlwind of a bloody 6 months it has been on Breaking Beige! Today we do a round up of season one, look back at the amazing guests we have had and what has inspired us the most. A massive thanks to all the women who have been part of the journey so far: Monique from Shear Warmth Becca Smith from the Well Being Caity Williamson from Fitstop Micah Allen from Fem nutrition Haile Kensington from Elite Home Decorating Brodie from Flow Rehabilitation Natalie Newland from Newlands & All of us community Kelly Muller from KMC consulting Amy Luttrell from Be Well & Good Creative We also had some amazing giveaways from Made, Juvenate & R&Co, Shear warmth, The Well Being, Potters Corner, Newlands, and Slumber by Arna. We also get a refresher of summer skin care from Renee (thank god because Kate had forgotten EVERYTHING) so for everyone out there make sure you get a sunblock with ZINC!!!!!! Thankyou to all our amazing listeners for lending their ears to our voices this year, we have come a long way and have loved every minute of it. Have a phenomenal break and we look forward to season two starting in the new year!! Ciao! xx

Part Two of Amy's story, the adversity. On this episode we follow on from part one and delve deeper into the recent adversity she has faced and the process of coming through it. This one had both Renee and Kate in tears- theres something about hearing an amazing woman talk about her pain that just gets you. Amy has the most incredible outlook on life and we are in awe of how she has managed to not only survive these horrific events in tact, but thrive. I think we can all take something from this amazingly grounded woman, there are so many gems. @be_well_good_creativegroup www.bewellgood.co.nz

Amy Luttrell is a creative explosion, a friend of ours who we absolutely admire and have a deep respect for. Amy is a business mentor and coach, wellness expert, and a devoted creative who isn't afraid of change or risk. In part one, we discover who she is, her journey to this point, her ethos on life and her pivot into motherhood. Amy has a way of engaging you so deeply that both Renee and Kate were in almost a trance listening to her story- with part two coming next week you will wholeheartedly see why. Amy's current business with fellow creative genius Sina is called Be well and Good Creative, @be_well_good_creativegroup or www.bewellgood.co.nz and we highly recommend following along as she provides some amazing insights into life.

Today we chat with the legend that is Kelly Müller, NZ born, now Aussie based mum of two who has been absolutely SLAYING the world of consultancy with big brands such as PE Nation, Marle, LA Tribe… the list just keeps going. Not without her struggles, this gal has landed firmly on her sandy feet and is truly a very inspiring chat.

This week we talk about the pressures of Christmas shopping, finding the right present (hint hint husbands) and how to try and not loose our minds when the holidays kick in. Renee shares some previous present fails and Kate shares some revelations on her goal of being present and trying to slow down the pace of life. Disclaimer- these work for her, they won’t work for everybody and we are certainly not parenting experts!!