Me And My Tiny Human

I went into the Christmas break braced for impact, convinced that weeks without daycare were going to send me over the edge but instead, something shifted.Olivia’s almost three now and for the first time I could see what people mean when they say “it gets easier”. Slower days. Side-by-side play. Less fear of large blocks of unfilled time. A feeling that we might be climbing out of the most intense bits of this together.In this episode I also talk about money, the mental load of running everything solo and why anticipation as a parent is often harder than the thing itself.If you’re in the thick of it, I hope this gives you a bit of hope that it won’t always feel like this.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

Happy New Year. I know exactly where you’re going to be at midnight...in bed 😂. Same here!In this episode I share a bunch of my MVP mum products from 2025.The things I actually use, rely on and would genuinely replace immediately if they disappeared tomorrow.This isn’t a sponsored list. Some links are affiliate links, so I may earn a small commission, but I only recommend products I’ve paid for, used and would replace immediately if they disappeared tomorrow.I also want your recommendations and I’ve linked a little form below so we can crowdsource a genuinely useful list of products for solo mums (because there’s a lot of crap out there).From white noise machines to silicon bibs, this is peak New Year’s Eve content for this stage of my life.RECOMMENDATIONSProduct RecommendationsGlow Dreaming White Noise Machine Foldable Portacot MattressErgopouchIngenuity chairWaterwipesBox water transition cupSilicone bibHoliday Hire CompaniesHire for BabyEmu Holiday HireShare your recommendations here.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

Last Christmas, Olivia was only one and she genuinely couldn't have cared less about it.This year? Entirely different story.In this episode, I’m reflecting on how quickly things change, what Christmas looks like with a two-year-old who suddenly finds everything magical and why I’ve gone from being pretty indifferent about Christmas to leaning into it.I talk about:Why Christmas with a one-year-old can feel… underwhelmingThe moment I realised this is what Christmas with kids is meant to feel likeA very risky trip to Christmas Crazy (that somehow worked out)The joy of lights, baubles, and a kid who wants to turn them on and off every dayWhy being a solo mum means I get to choose exactly what Christmas looks likeFriends’ Christmases, chosen family, and zero obligation energyIf you’re solo parenting, or navigating Christmas in a way that doesn’t look “traditional”, this one’s a gentle reminder that it doesn’t have to look any particular way to be really good.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance:LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

Toilet training. The one parenting milestone I’ve been aggressively avoiding like it’s a Centrelink queue.Tess asked if I had any tips and look, the only “tip” I have is that I am also terrified and not the guru you’re looking for.In this episode I chat about:Why toilet training feels like the Olympics of solo parentingThe three-day method everyone keeps recommending (no thanks, I choose life)My fear of rogue poos taking out every soft furnishing in my homeWhy I keep hoping someone will just whisk her away for three days and return her fully trainedIf you’re also scared, overwhelmed, or googling “Can toddlers toilet train themselves,” please enjoy this journey into my panic.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

Ahhhh, the independence era. Otherwise known as: “No, you can’t… but I’ll pretend you can while I slowly die inside.”This week I’m venting about the "I can do it myself" phase...the shoes, the clothes, the stairs, the moments where you’re simultaneously proud of their independence but also desperate to scream into a pillow.If you’ve ever stood at the bottom of a staircase for 45 minutes saying “Good job, Bubby” with no conviction because your soul has left your body, I feel you.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

We are deep in toddler bedtime stalling territory and if you’ve been here before, you know the pain.Every night is a masterclass in negotiation. And by “negotiation,” I mean manipulation, emotional warfare and being asked to read the same book 47 times while a tiny human practices their latest excuse for staying awake.In this episode, I talk about the emotional toll of these bedtime marathons and why solo parenting makes it feel even heavier.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week’s question from Anthony goes straight for the jugular: “Do you ever think about your own mortality?”Um… yes. Constantly.In this episode, I talk about the creeping fear that comes with being a solo mum, knowing your kid only has you and wanting to be here long enough to see it all. From my parents’ dementia battles to the late‑night “Am I doing too much?” spiral, I unpack what it’s like to balance survival, stress and the need to slow down.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week’s question comes from Fran: “Do you feel bad about sending your kid to daycare?”Short answer? Nope.In this episode, I share the emotional rollercoaster of daycare drop-offs, how long it took my daughter to settle in and why even if I won the lottery, I still wouldn’t do seven days a week solo. We also dip into…The solo parent juggleThe mental load of endless daycare dress-upsThe chaos of events scheduled during work hoursAnd why I think daycare has helped shape my daughter into the social little legend she is.It’s part rant, part reflection and big love for the amazing humans who take care of our tiny humans while we try to keep the lights on.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week’s question comes from Cassie: “Do you use screens more as a solo mum because you don’t have help?”The answer?...No. But it's not for the reason you'd think.Screen time is a topic that gets people fired up and it feels like everyone is judging your decisions. But in this episode I explain why I don't use it (at the moment, but that's not to say I won't in the future), how it breaks my child’s brain (and mine) and why 30 minutes of peace isn't worth a week of Wiggles withdrawal.If you're a parent who loves the TV, you'll find no judgement here! We're all just doing what we need to do to get through the day!This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

Ever feel like you’re going to turn inside out trying not to yell at your kid? Me too!This week’s listener question comes from Annalise, a solo mum trying her best not to lose it on the daily but also wondering if she’s the only one struggling to keep it under wraps in the no escape / no tap out reality of parenting alone.I talk about my experience of trying (and failing) to be a zero yelling mum and why the fantasy of stepping out of the room to scream into a pillow is completely unrealistic when you’re on your own and your kid is mid-meltdown.I also chat about bedtime stall tactics, boundary-holding exhaustion and the weird comfort of hearing your toddler parrot your worst moments back to you. Parenting’s fun, hey?This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

Is the juggle doable as a solo mum? Technically, yes. But it might break you a little.In this final episode of this season, I talk about how I'm trying to keep everything going and the importance of not forgetting about yourself in that mix. I also explain why I’m taking a short break from the podcast (don't worry, it's not for long!) and why sometimes you just need to take something off your plate before you fall to bits.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week I'm answering a question about whether I've ever been judged for my parenting.This came into my inbox at the perfect time because I'd had someone judge me that very same week.And let's just say, I wasn't that jazzed about it.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week, I'm answering a question about the hardest stages of solo motherhood so far.I've got a whole episode on the first 6 weeks so we don't need to explore that hellscape again 😂.Instead, I'm going to share my thoughts on a phase I'm in the middle of right now that is pushing me to my absolute limits.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week I'm talking about a few items you must have if you're a solo mum.When you don’t have anyone to hand your baby to so you can take a shower or the toilet, these three things are a life saver. EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

This week’s not a cry for help, I promise 😂It’s just a moment, between you and me, to talk about something I wasn’t ready for...how bad I would look 95% of the time after becoming a parent.From constant scratches and bruises to hair so bad I've asked ChatGPT for a hair routine (twice). I already had a pretty low bar for the amount of effort I was willing to put into my appearance. Bu it really hits another level when time, sleep, and energy vanish into the solo mum vortex.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week there’s no listener question, just a moment, between you and me, to unpack the unexpected panic that can set in when you're a solo parent with zero plans.I've never been one for the Sunday Scaries but what I have experienced is the Real Life Scaries that can often happen when you've returned from a holiday with parent friends and you realise "Holy crap. I've got to do this on my own?"It's almost easier to do it when you don't get a sneak peek into how much easier it is to pass the time with another person there.Coz when you step back into real life after that, those wide open hours can feel even longer than they do already.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

This week I'm answering a listener question about one of the most common fears people have when considering solo motherhood - what about companionship??Q: "I know you said a partner is out of the question but what about companionship? How do you manage to incorporate that? I am 39 and have a few eggs frozen and still feel unsure about so much including if I even want to go down this path on my own. All my friends are married with kids and I just feel people look at me confused."I hear ya! I feel like confusion was the reaction I got the most when I told people I was going to have a baby solo.So, in this episode I share how I felt about relationships before becoming a solo mum, how that changed once I made the decision to go it alone, and whether I ever miss having a partner now that I’m deep in the trenches of parenting on my own.I also reflect on the kind of love I’ve experienced in past relationships vs. the love I feel from my daughter and how it's unlike anything I’ve ever known.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

Today I'm answering a meaty question from Anonymous...Q: "How much time did you give to considering how your daughter will feel and what she will experience being born into a situation where she will not be raised by and have a relationship with her biological father, and her biological father's side of the family? She has 50% of her DNA from a stranger. Did you talk to any donor conceived people or adopted people and ask them about their perspectives? How much will you disclose about her biological father's identity to her and others? I discovered I was a donor conceived (DC) person at 40 years old after completing a DNA test. As a DC person I loathe the term "donor". It's not an organ, it's not even a blood transfusion, a sperm donation results the child assuming 50% of the father's DNA and that is a huge factor in the make up and identity of the child."This question was brilliant because it really made me think about how I could make sure I'm thinking about this from my daughter's perspective and make sure she has the easiest time possible with this information.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

No question today, just a little observation from my time as a solo parent...the truly unfair notion that you spend most of your days doing absolutely nothing and yet you've never been more tired.HOW DOES THAT WORK?This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.

In this episode I'm answering a question from Sam..."How did you go with feeding your kid solids? I'm terrified my daughter is only going to want to eat chicken nuggets."Oh Sam. I hear you!This was my greatest fear too.I get that kids like what they like, and if she only wanted chicken nuggets after I'd introduced her to everything else, there wasn't much I could do about that.But I was determined to get her to try as many different things as possible so she was aware there are more flavours out there than crumbed chicken.Unfortunately, I think I may have gone too far 😬This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showSolid Starts First 100 Days GuideWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFollow me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out the website.