This Mama’s Hip: Recent Episodes
Cait Chacko & Fiona Lam
This Mama’s Hip - We are passionate about sharing our experiences of life, and the great joy of becoming a mother. We don’t believe in sugar coating anything - you’d better believe these sistas will tell it like it is!
Parenthood is a journey, let us put some humour and positivity into yours as we recount the often hilarious trials and tribulations of raising our beautiful babies in this crazy world. ❤️❤️❤️
Sustainable living, Eco Friendly, looking after the environment - hot topic at the moment!
Today Fiona talks us through her journey of cloth nappies with a newborn and a toddler, its all systems go in the Lam household or at least the washing machine is going, that's for sure!
She's even making her own baby wipes, you will have to hear how that is going!
Fiona is truly making her mark on creating an eco friendly environment in her home!
Cait is not quite there, but making attempts in other areas to contribute to sustainable living!
Where do the audio books come in you ask? Busy Mums listen up, love reading, not enough time? Download Blinkist, you will never look back if you ask us!
We would love to hear from you, tell us your tips, our inbox and DMs are always open @thismamaship or email thismamaship@gmail.com
Big Love,
The Mama's x
This weeks episode sees some more microwaves chats and some much needed reassurance that the microwave might not be killing Cait after all!
The controverisal topic of kids and their eating habits! Its like they are on a yoyo diet, one week they eat everything, the next they eat nothing but crackers. Go figure!
Cinema rants, Saturday waitlists for kids activities, the episode is jam packed.
We would love to hear from you, feedback, tips, you're mum tales - send them our way @thismamaship or thismamaship@gmail.com
Big Love,
The Mamas x
Back at This Mama's Hip, the chats were in full swing! Cait got a surprise on Valentines and Fiona is in the thick of facebook groups or are they cults? We can't quite make up our minds!
Cait made a PSA on microwaves, Fiona is not buying into any of it! But Cait is convinced everyday kitchen appliances are killing her!
We want to hear from you, are you Pinocchio or a Wikipedia Wizz?
There is a lot to unpack, catch you all next week!
Big Love,
The Mamas x
Brand new season, brand new episode, brand new baby!
In this weeks episode, Fiona tells the unbelievable tale of the birth of her second child. This kid certainly knows how to make an entrance!
Positive, empowering and healing - this birth story is a drama filled one. You do not want to miss this, so grab a beverage and settle in for one hell of a story!
Sleep glorious sleep! As a parent, will you ever get enough sleep, will we ever have sleep ins again?
One of the most requested topics for a pod episode is SLEEP! We all crave it, we all want the secrets, we all want the unicorn sleeper!
In today's episode we update you all on our current sleep journeys, what's new and what's not! What the sleep routines are, if any! What we need to change VS what we can just let slide!
We talk through the way we do things! Always follow SIDS guidelines, this is just simply our own personal sleep journey!
As always, we would love to hear from you, drop us a msg on instagram @thismamaship or on email at thismamaship@gmail.com!
Big Love,
The Mamas x
Gender Disappointment, is there such a thing? A topic we feel that is not spoken about enough! It does not mean our babies are not loved beyond measure or we are ungrateful for a happy healthy bub, but is it ok to have a gender preference? An ideal in your head about what your family dynamic will look like?
So many Qs! Not enough answers.
We also talk through Fiona's big news, she's having a baby GIRL! Hand me downs, gender neutral clothing, you name it, we spoke about it!
The practicalities of dresses, and oh ya baby brands are testing us with their design choices!!!!
We would love to hear from you, reach out to thismamaship@gmail.com if you would like to share your story on our podcast!
Big Love,
The Mama's x
Does anyone know Chrissie Swan? How many sq metres is Fiona's face? Why do Mums swear they are going to bed early and then stay up until midnight watching tv? Why are we constantly wearing leggings? Where did our fashion sense go?
There is A LOT of conversation happening this week at This Mama's hip HQ. We discuss the numerous habits that have consumed our Mama journeys, some you can probably relate to. We swear to make more of an effort with ourselves, get out of activewear and bring back some fashion, I mean why can't us Mamas be fashionable with little ones on our hips?
We sparked up some funny conversations, I mean are you even a Mama if you don't reflect on old or new habits and laugh at yourself!
Big Love, The Mamas x
As challenging as parenting is, parenting in a pandemic is a whole different ball game!
In this week's episode, we shed a positive spin on what its been like for us rearing babies in this pandemic! We know it's not always rainbows and butterflies, but there is enough negativity in the world and we prefer to focus on the good times ahead!
The world is a big place and we cannot wait to tick off that to do list and bring our babies to do all the things that we once probably took for granted! Who ever thought that the beach would be such a hot spot for a future outing! If there is one thing we have learnt, it is the simple things in life that matter.
Big Love, The Mamas x
Today we bring you through the baby differences, the pregnancy differences, what's the 1st like and what is the 2nd like! Things we are doing differently now that we have had the experiences of having our first born!
Included in this weeks episode is our new gratitude segment! Nothing like a sprinkle of positivity, injected with some mindfulness that you at home can take part in too!!
As always we love hearing your feedback and if you want to appear on our podcast, please email us at thismamaship@gmail.com . There is an episode with your name written all over it!
Big Love, The Mamas
The development of babies - why does it have to be a race! In today's episode we discuss the interesting topic of babies development, how fast or slow things can be.
We explore the reality that every baby is so different, and no two people were born to be the same, so why do us Mums compare our babies development with others? Comparison is the thief of joy, enjoy your perfect bundle for what they are....perfect, no matter what stage they are at!
As always, we are not medical professionals, so always seek medical attention if you are concerned or worried in any way about your baby!
If you would like to share your story of mum life, please email us thismamaship@gmail.com
Big love,
The Mamas
So you mean to tell me, no more boob? That's what we envisioned our weaning journey to be like, our babies puppy eyes staring at us, guilt riddled brain cells and even more sleepless nights because what will we do if we don't breastfeed our babies to sleep anymore?
Weaning, another chapter of motherhood that did to seem to be as daunting as thought! Today, we tell you how we ended our breastfeeding journeys, more uplifting and easier than you think!
Let us know what you think of our poddy or tell us your story and feature as a guest by emailing us on thismamaship@gmail.com or send us a DM on instagram @thismamaship
Birth Story take 2! I did it again, went through another labour and Georgie Boy was born! This weeks episode brings you through the detailed birth story of baby George Chacko! What a wonderful birth it was! If every birth was like this, I would have a house of kids, not enough bedrooms and a head of grey hair!
We would love to hear your birth stories! If you feel like sharing them with us on our podcast - please email thismamaship@gmail.com
Stay safe in this crazy world!
And just like that - We're back! In this weeks episode, we give you all an update on what's been happening (insert SPOILER ALERT - A LOT)! We also talk through the real life struggle for us Mums trying to find more of the most precious commodity - TIME!
Strap yourselves in, Season 2 is a wild ride!
That's right, we believe the one question that is not asked enough in the postpartum phase is.... How's your Vagina? New mothers go through so much behind the scenes that to the naked eye, you would have no idea!Today, we are keeping it real about some of the not so glamourous things that happen after birth! Some you may already know, some not! Some we may not have even mentioned so be sure to hit us up, knowledge is power! Let's empower our Mama's and normalise postpartum journeys!Big love to all those about to embark on the journey! The best is yet to come.Follow us on Instagram @thismamaship, share us with your fellow Mums and send us a message, we would love to hear from you!
Have you struggled with your new identity as a "Mum", were you willing to accept that you had changed? So many questions, so many thoughts! We explore our new selves with you all on this weeks episode! We wont beat around the bush, we miss our social life's and for us both that was probably the struggle street moment to accept!! We no longer leave the house on a Saturday evening with a handbag for ONE glass of wine and return home at 3am..... We are sure some of you can relate! But would we change anything..... the answer is NOPE! We want to hear what has changed for you? Message us on instagram @thismamaship - let us know if you miss cocktail hour as much as us!
Today we discuss that feeling that creeps into your life without warning, triggered by big things and small things, that's right- its MUM GUILT! We both have tales of guilt that happened coincidently 24 hours before this episode was recorded! We explore ways that we can ditch this feeling, this unwelcome emotion must leave as fast as it came! Its not easy but we are sure you can all relate. Comment on our latest post and let's share the ways you handle mum guilt! What tales do you have? Maybe you experienced the same scenarios that triggered us? Let us know, follow us on Instagram and Facebook @thismamaship
In this weeks episode, we discuss the horrifying process of accepting that due to needing money for food and stuff, you need to work, which means you need to hand your child over to complete strangers, and walk away. That's right - it's time to choose a daycare!
The cat is out of the bag! Co-Host Cait has some very exciting news to share with our listeners that certainly will give you all the feels! The secret we call it, but in fact it was a secret from everyone including Cait! Little did we know our team would be expanding but we couldn't be happier. Stay tuned, there will be more to unfold! Follow us @thismamaship to hear more on how this journey goes!
Your baby is arriving and the shopping spree begins! In this episode we explore the useful and not so useful things we bought. Some things we cant recommend enough to have, other things you could probably save your hard earned coins and forget about, at least from our perspective! However, don't steal the joy away from yourself to buy those cute outfits and enjoy every moment - we just shed some practicalities that we wish we knew! @play_at_home_mummy on instagram we cannot recommend enough for all things D.I.Y play, sensory and learning at every age, so conventional toys - step aside!We would love to hear your hot tips, what you found useful - hit us up on our socials @thismamaship
Is there anything better in this world than boobs, glorious boobs?We honestly don't think so. In this episode we take you through our breastfeeding journeys - the highs and lows, the challenges, the victories, and some of the tips and tricks we picked up along the way.As promised, here are some useful links for all you Mamas and Mamas-to-be about to embark on this amazing journey with your little one. Useful Links:https://www.breastfeeding.asn.auhttps://raisingchildren.net.au/newborns/breastfeeding-bottle-feedinghttps://www.milkandcookiesbyjewels.com.auhttps://www.boobiebikkies.com.au
People who say they sleep like a baby usually don't have one! Sleep - the topic that gets a lot of air time and we probably will never quite have enough time to cover SLEEP! We break down our experiences of bringing home our gorgeous babies and throw ourselves into this thing called sleep deprivation! Is it manageable, yes, we are not here to rain on on anyone's parade but instead tell you that every baby is different, everyone's experience is different and there is no one more in this world you would sacrifice sleep and everything else for - except your precious little bundle!
Reliving the most miraculous, joyful moments of our life....when our babies were born! The moment that changes your life forever! Lets not forget the moments of self doubt, the pain and panic that also happens along the way! Expectations VS Reality, LOL! Can you really plan the perfect birth?? We live to tell the tale! Disclaimer: This is simply our own journeys and experience of birth. Our opinions are solely just that our opinions, please always seek your own medical advice on any of the topics discussed in today's episode!
Have you ever wondered if there is more to pregnancy than morning sickness and maternity jeans? Well, your mind will be blown when you hear some of the weird sh!t and left of field (or embarrassing to put it mildly) symptoms and cravings we experienced! In this episode we did not hold back on our ethos, this is not sugar coated and we assure you, this will put some humor into your parenthood journey! Get ready to blush on our behalf!!
Trigger Warning: Yes, its true, we do talk a lot of sh!t, but today is the day, we really talk about poo. You might wonder how we could muster up enough content to talk sh!t for 20 minutes, but with our experiences it was not hard! Have a listen, enjoy a laugh, but maybe don't eat your lunch over this one!
Dr. Google and the phantom Illnesses! The adrenaline rush is high when you start googling generic symptoms, the prognosis can break you!! We talk tales on some of the things we have diagnosed our babies with! DISCLAIMER: While we recount our experiences with humour through lol-tinted glasses, it's important to note, we are NOT medical professionals and its important that you always seek your own medical advice from professionals.
To all the Negative Nancies and Neds out there - Today we talk about all of your comments andunsolicited advice on bumps, birth, sleep and more that Mamas and Mamas-to-be have toendure. Listen in and take note! If you are affected by some of the issues raised in this podcast please refer below for someadditional resources:https://www.panda.org.au/https://raisingchildren.net.au/pregnancy/health-wellbeing/mental-health/antenatal-postnatal-depression
We recount that moment we heard those words 'you're pregnant'. It's as simple and as complicated as that!