Parenthood

Behind every big opportunity is a story most people never see. While I was filming The Block, everyone saw the exciting career milestone. What they didn’t see was my husband holding down the fort at home—school drop-offs, dinners, bedtimes and everything in between. This episode isn’t just about ambition. It’s about partnership. Because success is rarely achieved alone. It’s often built on the quiet sacrifices of the people who love us most. If you’re in a season where you’re carrying more so someone else can chase a dream, or someone has done that for you, this episode is for you.Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Poppy Griffiths is a mum of three, founder of UnlimitU, High Performance Neuroscience Coach and R U OK? Community Ambassador.We talk mental health and resilience, career and identity after kids, the pressure on women to do it all, and how to support someone who says they’re “fine” when you suspect they’re not.A big thank you to our episode sponsor Nescafe the official cuppa partner to R U OK?Nescafe Instagram: @nescafeanzWebsite: https://www.nescafe.com/au/Partnership with R U OK?: https://www.nescafe.com/au/campaigns/ruok-official-cuppa-partnerR U OK? Instagram: @ruokandydayWebsite: https://www.ruok.org.au/GuestPoppy Griffiths - https://www.linkedin.com/in/poppy-griffiths-23b65b31/ParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

This week we’re answering an audience DM: “I’m a mum of 3 young children and I’m exhausted. It’s impacting my relationship. How do you know if your relationship is truly falling apart, or if it’s just due to the sleep deprivation phase?”We chat all things the realities of sleep deprivation, our experiences with no sleep in the early days of parenting, how our relationships were challenged due to the lack of sleep and is this just a season?A big thank you to our episode sponsors Lacevo & BabyhoodDiscount codes until 30 September 2026Babyhood – Receive 20% off selected Nursery Furniture and Packages, Feeding Chairs, Prams and Strollers. Just type in the discount code PARENTHOOD20 at checkout to save. T&C’s Apply - excludes shipping, Gift Cards, Spare parts and Outlet Collection. Vist https://www.babyhood.com.au/Lacevo - Receive 15% off on the Lacevo S70 In-Bra Wearable Breast Pump or the LACEVO Ultimate Breastfeeding Bundle – including the S70 In-Bra Wearable Breast Pump and the EMPOWER Red Light Therapy.Visit lacevo.com and type in the discount code PHOOD15 for the S70 or PHOOD15UBB for the Breastfeeding Bundle at checkout.LacevoInstagram: @lacevoofficialWebsite: https://lacevo.com/BabyhoodInstagram: @babyhood_australiaWebsite: https://www.babyhood.com.au/ParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Jack Kennedy is a familiar face from ABC’s Muster Dogs, a community leader and dad of two.We talk modern fatherhood, becoming a stay-at-home dad, identity after stepping away from work, paternal postnatal stress, and why asking for help can be one of the hardest.A big thank you to our episode sponsor Nescafe the official cuppa partner to R U OK?Nescafe Instagram: @nescafeanzWebsite: https://www.nescafe.com/au/Partnership with R U OK?: https://www.nescafe.com/au/campaigns/ruok-official-cuppa-partnerR U OK? Instagram: @ruokandydayWebsite: https://www.ruok.org.au/Our guestFollow Jack Kennedy @jacks_dog_packParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Did I manifested my role on The Block Australia?My answer?Yes—but probably not in the way social media makes manifestation look.Manifestation wasn't about wishing for something and waiting for it to happen.It was about getting clear on what I wanted, preparing as though it was possible, putting myself out there and trusting the timing.This episode is about the mindset that helped me create this opportunity —and how you can apply the same principles to your own goals.Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Barry Du Bois is a much-loved television presenter, author and dad to twins Arabella and Bennett.In this episode, Barry opens up about his extraordinary journey to fatherhood after years of IVF, adoption and surrogacy attempts, and how finally becoming a dad changed everything.We also talk about parenting while living with incurable cancer, navigating uncertainty, teaching his children resilience, and what he hopes to leave them that has nothing to do with money or success.A big thank you to our episode sponsor Nescafe the official cuppa partner to R U OK?Nescafe Instagram: @nescafeanzWebsite: https://www.nescafe.com/au/Partnership with R U OK?: https://www.nescafe.com/au/campaigns/ruok-official-cuppa-partnerR U OK? Instagram: @ruokandydayWebsite: https://www.ruok.org.au/Our guestFollow Barry Du Bois @baz_duboisParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

This week I’m joined by mum of 4 and fashion icon, Lindy Klim. We delve into Lindy’s journey when it comes to relationships and parenting. We chat all things marriage separation, handling custody and your ex’s new partner, supporting your children and your own mental health during times of separation, all things teenage years and finding our strength and power again.A big thank you to our episode sponsor Lacevo and Babyhood.Discount codes until 30 September 2026Babyhood – Receive 20% off selected Nursery Furniture and Packages, Feeding Chairs, Prams and Strollers. Just type in the discount code PARENTHOOD20 at checkout to save. T&C’s Apply - excludes shipping, Gift Cards, Spare parts and Outlet Collection. Vist https://www.babyhood.com.au/Lacevo - Receive 15% off on the Lacevo S70 In-Bra Wearable Breast Pump or the LACEVO Ultimate Breastfeeding Bundle – including the S70 In-Bra Wearable Breast Pump and the EMPOWER Red Light Therapy.Visit lacevo.com and type in the discount code PHOOD15 for the S70 or PHOOD15UBB for the Breastfeeding Bundle at checkout.LacevoInstagram: @lacevoofficialWebsite: https://lacevo.com/BabyhoodInstagram: @babyhood_australiaWebsite: https://www.babyhood.com.au/GuestFollow Lindy Klim on Instagram: @lindyklimParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

Steve Bastoni is one of Australia’s most recognisable actors, but in this episode we’re talking about his role as husband and dad to three.Steve opens up about overcoming addiction, being more than 17 years sober, supporting his wife through severe postnatal depression, and the impact these experiences had on him and his family.We also chat about the pressure dads can feel to be “the strong one”, how fatherhood has shaped him, raising resilient kids, and how the simple words “Are you OK?” changed him.A big thank you to our episode sponsor Nescafe the official cuppa partner to R U OK?Nescafe Instagram: @nescafeanzWebsite: https://www.nescafe.com/au/Partnership with R U OK?: https://www.nescafe.com/au/campaigns/ruok-official-cuppa-partnerR U OK? Instagram: @ruokandydayWebsite: https://www.ruok.org.au/Our guestFollow Steve Bastoni @stevebastoniParenthoodFollow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpodShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend!Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.

After a recent school excursion, I had a humbling parenting moment. As the kids opened their lunchboxes, I couldn’t help but notice the colourful bento boxes, fresh fruit and vegetables, and healthy homemade snacks. It made me realise that maybe it was time to lift my lunchbox game. In this episode, I share why comparison isn’t always a bad thing, practical ways to encourage kids to try new foods without turning mealtimes into a battle, and simple lunchbox ideas that are realistic for busy families. Most importantly, it’s a reminder that parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about making small improvements that add up over time. If you’ve got a lunchbox hack your kids actually eat, I’d love to hear it! DM me on Instagram @parenthoodpod.Follow Parenthood on Instagram @parenthoodpod ShareWe’d love it if you could share this episode with a friend! Parenthood Podcast acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and live, and recognise their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.