Women’s Health Prevention: The Checks Mothers Put Last
Mothers are notoriously good at managing everyone else's health appointments, schedules and needs. But when it comes to their own health, they often wait until something is wrong, until symptoms become impossible to ignore, or until they finally have a moment to stop and think. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with Dr. Michela Sorensen, GP, mother of two and founder of Elme Health, for a conversation about why women put their health last, the guilt that stops us from…
The Power of Your Voice: Music, Motherhood and the Songs our Children Remember
Music has a way of meeting us in the hardest moments. In the sleepless nights, the endless days, the bath time battles, the bedtime negotiations and the moments when you just need something to shift the mood. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with children's musician and mother of two, Angie Who, for a conversation about the power of singing, the science behind music and why using your voice matters more than you think. Angie shares how motherhood changed her creative path,…
Debunking Fertility Myths and Finding Your Path to Parenthood
Trying to conceive can carry so much more than a hopeful timeline. There is the waiting. The testing. The wondering. The baby shower invitations you quietly decline. The guilt when it does not happen easily. And for some families, the heartbreak of wanting another child and not knowing whether that dream will happen. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with fertility nutritionist Monique Cormack to talk about fertility, infertility and the myths that can make an already…
Annabel Karmel: Transforming How We Feed Our Kids
Feeding kids can feel like one of the most emotional parts of parenting. From the first spoonfuls of solids to allergies, gagging, choking worries, fussy eating, snacks, family meals and the endless question of whether they’re getting enough, food can quickly become loaded. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with Annabel Karmel, the name so many parents have turned to when learning how to feed their babies and children. But behind the books, recipes, meals, app and global…
A Former Detective on Keeping Children Safe
Keeping our kids safe is not just about stranger danger. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with former police detective and child safety educator Kristi McVee for a practical and important conversation about the everyday safety conversations every parent needs to have. From body autonomy and safe adults to online safety, sleepovers, consent, disclosure and what to do when something feels off, Kristi shares what she learned from years working closely with children, families and…
From Birth to Becoming a Mother
Becoming a mother is one of life's most profound transitions, yet so much of what happens to your body, your brain and your sense of self is never talked about. In this special episode of Things Nobody Tells You from our Kiindred LIVE event, Emmy sits down with Nadine Richardson, founder of She Births and author, and Brooke Elliston, breathwork coach and mother of two, for an honest conversation about matrescence, birth, breath and the transformation that nobody prepares you for. Together, they unpack…
Finding Comfort in Everyday Parenthood
Parenting is rarely about perfection. It's about connection, flexibility, finding what works for your family and giving yourself permission to do whatever it takes to get through the day. In this special episode of Things Nobody Tells You from our Kiindred LIVE event, Emmy is joined by Mim from The Beanies and paediatric occupational therapist Nicole for a warm and practical conversation about the everyday tools, routines and little shifts that can make parenting feel more manageable. Together, they…
The Child Behind the Behaviour: What Meltdowns Are Really Telling Us
Behaviour is communication, but in the middle of a meltdown, it can be really hard to remember that. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, Emmy sits down with clinical psychologist Emily Hanlon for a practical and deeply reassuring conversation on just this. Together, they unpack why anger is often a secondary emotion, how anxiety can show up in unexpected ways and why emotional regulation is not something children learn to do alone. It is something we support them through, starting with…
Feeding Kids Without the Pressure
Feeding kids can feel surprisingly loaded. From fussy eating and food refusal to lunchbox pressure, hidden veggies, dessert negotiations and the endless question of whether your child is eating “enough”, mealtimes can quickly become one of the most stressful parts of parenting. In this episode of Things Nobody Tells You, we’re joined by paediatric feeding specialist Mandy Adno for a reassuring and practical conversation about feeding kids without the pressure. Mandy unpacks why fussy eating is…
The Updates Impacting Family Health In NSW
Navigating healthcare as a parent can feel overwhelming. The endless questions, the waiting lists, the late-night uncertainty about whether something is urgent, and the pressure of knowing when to seek help. In this episode, Emmy sits down with Ryan Park, NSW Minister for Health, for an honest and practical conversation about the changes helping families access care more easily. From urgent care clinics that can help families avoid unnecessary emergency department visits, to virtual care options…