The MumSafe Pro Podcast

Jen Dugard
The MumSafe Pro Podcast

The leading podcast for exercise professionals that work with pre and postnatal mums. This podcast is for the exercise professional who wants to be the go-to specialist for training mums – someone who isn’t just passionate about helping women, but who is ready to build a thriving, financially successful business doing it the right way, with education, confidence and community at the core.

  1. Ep 50. From Burnout to Boundaries: How Tracy is Redefining Strength, Hormones & Self-Care in Midlife

    5 DAYS AGO

    Ep 50. From Burnout to Boundaries: How Tracy is Redefining Strength, Hormones & Self-Care in Midlife

    In this powerful episode, Jen chats with Tracy Minnoch-Nuku, founder of Sexy Ageing, a movement and fitness platform redefining how women experience midlife, menopause and strength. Tracy opens up about her journey from international fitness trainer to menopause educator, sharing the very real moments of burnout, hormone chaos, anxiety, and identity loss that brought her to the work she does today. She unpacks the early signs of perimenopause, what she wishes she’d done differently (hello, more protein and less cardio!), and how hormone replacement therapy helped her reclaim clarity, calm, and confidence. From supplement strategies and creatine gummies to corporate education and parenting a neurodivergent child, Tracy brings honesty, education, and real-life experience to the conversation we all need to be having more often. Whether you’re a trainer, a mum in your 30s or 40s, or someone who’s finally ready to understand what the hell is going on with your body—this episode is your permission slip to slow down, lift heavier, and lead with compassion. Highlights: (01:08) Tracy’s word of the day: Grace—and why she’s learning to do less (02:51) Learning compassion through parenting a neurodivergent child (04:55) Building Sexy Ageing: a business, app, and mission for menopause education (06:15) The early signs of perimenopause she completely missed (08:37) Googling symptoms at 2am and discovering the word “perimenopause” (10:02) Starting the Sexy Ageing podcast and becoming her own best educator (13:16) What she’d do differently: more strength, more protein, less sugar (15:35) Tracy’s supplement must-haves for energy, mood and inflammation (20:54) Why she waited too long to try HRT—and what changed everything (26:27) Symptoms to look out for and when to get support (30:03) Top supplements if you're not using HRT (35:22) Pregnancy after 40 and the overlooked hormone shifts (40:18) When peri menopause and toddler parenting collide (42:31) Why the Sexy Ageing app was born out of burnout (47:26) Where trainers should start with menopause education (51:08) Bringing menopause into the workplace—why men need to hear this too (54:08) Tracy’s legacy: helping women fall back in love with movement Key Takeaway: Midlife isn’t the end, it’s a powerful new beginning. With the right education, support, and strength-focused training, women can move through perimenopause with purpose, energy and self-trust. Connect with Tracy: 🔗 sexyageing.com 📱 Instagram: @sexyageing 🎙 Podcast: Sexy Ageing Resources Mentioned: Sexy Ageing App Connect with Jen Dugard & MumSafe™: 📱 Instagram: @jendugard 🌐 Website: www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer and www.mumsafemovement.com

    56 min
  2. Ep 49. Building a Mum-Focused Fitness Business from the Ground Up with Brooke Crisp

    29 JUNE

    Ep 49. Building a Mum-Focused Fitness Business from the Ground Up with Brooke Crisp

    In this heartfelt episode, Jen chats with Brooke Crisp, founder of Babio by Brooke, a fitness business built on authenticity, resilience and deep care for mums. Brooke shares the real story behind launching her business after losing her long-term job during lockdown while postpartum with her second child. She opens up about the mental load, the shift in identity, and how postnatal anxiety became a catalyst for personal growth and purpose. From rethinking core training and rejecting generic planks to advocating for pelvic floor education, Brooke talks through her evolving approach as a trainer. You'll hear how she navigates motherhood, burnout, and slow but sustainable business growth, alongside the unique ways she makes every woman feel seen and supported. Whether you’re a mum in business, a trainer working with women, or simply looking for a reminder that progress doesn’t have to be fast to be powerful, this one’s for you. Highlights: (01:00) Brooke shared her word of the year (03:55) Starting Babio by Brooke after job loss and early postpartum challenges (06:53) Why community-based, low-cost mum fitness became her mission (08:18) Navigating grief, sleep deprivation and postnatal anxiety (10:48) Red flags Brooke recognised and what helped her seek support (13:42) The power of finding the right help to reclaim your spark (17:25) Brooke’s view on anxiety as a growth signal, not a weakness (20:20) Personal development and “drinking the poison” metaphors (24:50) From passion for pelvic floor health to joining MumSafe™ (28:00) How safe conversations with clients create long-term impact (30:00) Why Brooke ditched planks and her stance on functional core training (34:00) Tips for raising pelvic health awareness in group classes (37:50) The importance of ongoing education in the fitness industry (39:30) Juggling mum life, work and business, and choosing a slower pace (44:51) On growth, compounding effort, and starting with five mums (47:06) What helped her business grow: in-person classes and 1:1 training (50:15) Brooke’s advice for other mums building a fitness business Key Takeaway:There’s no one-size-fits-all timeline. Building a mum-focused business while raising a family takes patience, purpose and belief in your unique voice. Connect with Brooke: Instagram: @babio_bybrooke Resources Mentioned: – The Compound Effect by Darren Hardy – Safe Return to Exercise course: https://www.preandpostnatalexerciseacademy.com/safereturntoexercise Connect with Jen Dugard & MumSafe:Instagram: @jendugardWebsite: www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer

    55 min
  3. Ep 48. Real Talk on Prolapse, Postpartum Recovery & Pacing Yourself with Gen D’Rozario

    22 JUNE

    Ep 48. Real Talk on Prolapse, Postpartum Recovery & Pacing Yourself with Gen D’Rozario

    In this deeply honest and vulnerable episode of the MumSafe Podcast, Jen Dugard sits down with Gen D’Rozario, a MumSafe Trainer, nutrition coach, and mum of three, to talk about the physical and emotional realities of living with a prolapse and navigating early postpartum recovery. From launching a podcast while pregnant to dealing with the grief, ego, and slow healing that comes with prolapse, Gen shares her raw journey, including how she’s using a pessary, managing energy levels, and adjusting her expectations around motherhood, business, and fitness. If you’re a mum or trainer supporting women, this episode is a must-listen. Episode Highlights ‣ (01:00) Gen’s word, win, and what she’s working on right now ‣ (01:29) Launching a pregnancy and postpartum podcast while heavily pregnant ‣ (02:53) Gen’s journey into the fitness industry and pivot to supporting mums ‣ (04:56) Current structure of her business and how she’s easing back in post-birth ‣ (06:08) Integrating holistic nutrition into her pregnancy and postpartum coaching ‣ (07:27) Living with prolapse: the emotional impact and letting go of “why me” ‣ (11:17) Learning about her prolapse diagnosis during her third pregnancy ‣ (14:00) Signs and symptoms to look out for (leaking, heaviness, fatigue) ‣ (17:25) How training changed during pregnancy and listening to her body ‣ (19:17) Home birth story: from shower contractions to a one-hour labour ‣ (22:41) The reality of postpartum: heaviness, weakness, and early rehab ‣ (25:11) What a pessary is and how it’s supporting her recovery ‣ (28:26) Unexpected triggers for symptoms (like walking with the pram) ‣ (29:25) Advice for trainers discussing pessary use with clients ‣ (32:10) The emotional toll of prolapse and fear of losing strength ‣ (37:01) Navigating postpartum and potential perimenopause overlap ‣ (39:36) Seeing a naturopath and seeking support through bloodwork ‣ (40:08) What's next for Gen: online offerings and redefining success ‣ (43:47) Why the fitness industry needs more trained professionals for mums ‣ (46:13) Why MumSafe trainers are leading the way for lasting change Connect with Gen:Instagram: @gendrozario Website: http://gendrozario.com.au/ Connect with Jen & MumSafe:Instagram: @jendugardRegister your interest: www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer Enjoyed this episode?Let Jen know your biggest takeaway by tagging @jendugard on Instagram, or leave a review to help more trainers find the show.

    42 min
  4. Ep 47. How she grew her fitness business to pay her through family holidays

    15 JUNE

    Ep 47. How she grew her fitness business to pay her through family holidays

    In this episode of the MumSafe Podcast, Jen Dugard is joined by Nikki Knieriem, a MumSafe Trainer who’s gone from financial stress and uncertainty to operating a sold-out fitness business that aligns with both her values and her family life. Together, they unpack the real, practical steps Nikki took to get out of tax debt, build financial systems that allowed her to pay herself over the school holidays, and shift from overworking in face-to-face sessions to building scalable online offerings. Whether you're a new trainer or someone ready to go beyond locally famous, this episode will help you get honest about your numbers, own your value, and take strategic steps toward a business that actually supports your life. Episode Highlights (01:20) Nikki’s word, win and what she’s working on in 2025 (02:07) How facing a $14K tax debt became the turning point (03:37) Starting with the MumSafe financial spreadsheet and creating her “big dream” version (05:36) Why getting real about expenses was painful, but powerful (06:46) Monthly expense audits and how Nikki decides what stays and what goes (08:27) Why Nikki invested more in mentoring after facing her finances (09:20) Letting go of the online program that wasn’t working (11:56) How she reached near-capacity in her face-to-face business (13:33) What she did to maintain high client retention and build a waitlist (15:52) Strategies for filling those last few hard-to-sell daytime spots (17:27) How Nikki pays herself during school holidays (without stress) (20:34) Breaking down your annual income goals so your wage continues through term breaks (24:21) Adding online income through her Strong Start Running Program (26:14) Using masterclasses to softly launch her program and sell without pressure (29:00) Why selling to 4 people from 10 signups is actually a win (33:42) The ripple effect of her free community run club (36:10) What autonomy means in women’s fitness and how Nikki teaches it (38:18) Why your pitch matters and how to stop saying “I’m just a PT” (42:33) Nikki’s advice for trainers who want to make 2025 different (44:48) The power of small, consistent steps when you’re short on time (47:24) Nikki’s dream: better education for women and mums across all life stages (49:00) Why supporting women to run thriving fitness businesses creates industry-wide change Connect with Nikki: Instagram: @body4mindconnections  Website: www.body4mindconnections.com.au   Connect with Jen & MumSafe:Instagram: @jendugardRegister your interest: www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer Enjoyed this episode? Let Jen know your biggest takeaway by tagging @jendugard on Instagram, or leave a review to help more trainers find the show.

    51 min
  5. Ep 46. Six Steps to Build a Sold-Out Fitness Business for Mums (that still supports your life)

    8 JUNE

    Ep 46. Six Steps to Build a Sold-Out Fitness Business for Mums (that still supports your life)

    Welcome to Season 3 of the MumSafe Podcast,  formerly known as the MumSafe Movement Podcast. In this episode, Jen Dugard kicks off the year with a renewed focus on empowering fitness professionals to grow sustainable, values-led businesses that support mums at every stage of motherhood. Drawing from her own experience as a mum, business owner, and educator, Jen shares the six foundational steps to build a fitness business that not only serves your community but also supports your family and lifestyle. You’ll hear why getting clear on your values, your numbers, and your niche is essential if you want to become the go-to trainer for mums in your area. This is for the trainers who are ready to stop guessing, get supported, and create a business that works with their life, not against it. Episode Highlights (00:01) A fresh season, a new name, and why this shift matters (02:20) The MumSafe mission: safe, effective care for all mums, driven by strong businesses (06:50) Jen’s story: making big business decisions to honour family connection (11:10) Why specificity builds trust and how to clearly define who you serve (14:50) Know your numbers, how to reverse engineer a sold-out business (17:59) Take the right actions to stop spinning your wheels (20:01) Get supported by the power of community and collaboration inside MumSafe (26:42) What it means to be a Level 1, 2, or 3 MumSafe Trainer (28:59) Final message, your business can support your life and make an impact Connect with JenInstagram: @jendugardWebsite: www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer Resource How to create a business that aligns with your whole life: https://www.jendugard.com/values Get your financial spreadsheet https://www.jendugard.com/spreadsheet Get your 'Launch your Mum Focused Fitness Biz or Offering Checklist' https://www.jendugard.com/checklist To access a BONUS resource - How to Launch a Fitness Business for Mums Resource - head to Instagram and comment SOLDOUT under this episodes reel

    33 min
  6. Ep. 45 Your Voice, Your Choice for Women's Health Week

    09/09/2024

    Ep. 45 Your Voice, Your Choice for Women's Health Week

    In this episode of The MumSafe Movement Podcast you get to hear the live MumSafe discussion from Women's Health Week where Jen is joined by four health professionals each working in the women's health space on the topic of Your Voice, Your Choice. In this episode you will hear from: Anna-Louise Moule - Oncology & Womens Health AEP & Director - Balanced Bodies Lifestyle Clinic. Paula Hindle - Physiotherapist, Womens Health & Wellness Coach & Yoga Instructor - Vera Wellness Filipa Bellette - Functional Medicine, Co-Founder, Chris & Filly Functional Medicine - and author of Ending Body Burnout Dr Samuel Purcell - Works in IVF and fertility care, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, including management of pelvic pain and PCOS If you are listening to this episode in real time applications to become a MumSafe Trainer open at 8am on the 4th September so if you are a trainer and want to become known as the GOLD standard now is the time to ACT!  Apply at www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer If you are a mum listening to this episode and want to work with a mum-specific Personal Trainer or in a mum group fitness environment head to www.mumsafemovement.com  Please direct all questions either to jen@mumsafe.com.au or into Jen's DM's over on Instagram

    1h 1m
  7. 44. From Olympian to Obstetrician and Women's Health Advocate with Jana Pittman

    01/09/2024

    44. From Olympian to Obstetrician and Women's Health Advocate with Jana Pittman

    In this episode of The MumSafe Movement Podcast Jen talks to Jana Pittman.  Jana is a two times world champion and four times Commonwealth champion in the sport of athletics, When continual injuries hampered her athletic career which were likely related to her first birth experience she swapped the track for the ice, joining the Australian women's bobsled team and becoming the first woman to represent Australia in both a Summer (2000, 2004) and Winter (2014) Olympic Games. Off the track, Jana completed a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery, Masters of Reproductive Medicine and is  completing her PhD in Obstetrics.  Jana is the proud mum of her six children and also recently published her second book ‘Enough’ In 2021, Jana was a participant in the gruelling television show SAS Australia on Channel 7. She made it to the last day of the course and was the final female standing among the 18 celebrity recruits, despite having given birth only five and a half months previously. Jen and Jana cover a lot in this episode from what it was like to be an elite athlete, give birth and return to elite competition and her passion for women’s health, bridging the gaps between industries and ensuring every woman is fully informed and empowered in their body and choices. Key topics include: Balancing a Busy Life and a Big Family Embracing Self-Worth and Personal Growth Addressing Pelvic Floor Issues Managing Fear and Overcoming Challenges The Need for Better Education and Support for Women The Impact of SAS Australia on Jana's Postpartum Health Jana's Journey: From Elite Athlete to Women's Health Advocate The Importance of Collaboration in Women's Health Empowering Women Through Education and Information Improving Maternal Health Outcomes Through Comprehensive Care To connect with Jana further you can find her here on Instagram and to check out her latest book 'Enough' go here    If you are listening to this episode in real time applications to become a MumSafe Trainer open at 8am on the 4th September so if you are a trainer and want to become known as the GOLD standard now is the time to ACT!  Apply at www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer If you are a mum listening to this episode and want to work with a mum-specific Personal Trainer or in a mum group fitness environment head to www.mumsafemovement.com  Please direct all questions either to jen@mumsafe.com.au or into Jen's DM's over on Instagram

    56 min
  8. Ep 43. Building her Fitness Business in 8 Hours a Week with Anuschka Wyatt-Weeks

    25/08/2024

    Ep 43. Building her Fitness Business in 8 Hours a Week with Anuschka Wyatt-Weeks

    In this episode of The MumSafe Movement Podcast Jen talks to Anuschka, MumSafe Trainer and owner of Feel Vibrant Fitness in Cleveland on the Redlands Coast in QLD. Anuschka specialises in educating and empowering women through Movement and Mindset to ‘Feel Vibrant!’. Specifically working with women who want help to positively cope with the challenges and demands of daily life at every stage of life. Since 2012 Anuschka has been helping individuals and groups through health and fitness coaching to make postive changes to their lives. Anuschka gave birth to her 2 children in her early 40’s and experienced a collision of post natal and peri-menopausal life. This experience is one of the drivers for her focus and dedication to be part of the movement of health and fitness professionals that are focussing specifically on women's health and fitness through all the stages of a woman's life. Annuscka is one of the MumSafe quiet achievers who has very limited time each week to work on and in her business. I wanted to delve into her journey because she is a true example of how slow and steady wins the race and I truly believe that when she chooses to go full throttle within her business that because her foundations run so deep she will absolutely fly.   How understanding the unique needs of women in fitness is crucial for trainers working with mums. How continuous education and staying up-to-date with research and techniques are essential for providing the best support to clients. How postnatal recovery and pelvic floor health are important considerations for women returning to exercise after pregnancy. How empathy and understanding are key qualities for trainers working with mms, as every woman's journey is different. Take things at your own pace and don't compare yourself to others. Understand your values and align your business with them. Find a supportive community that shares your goals and values. Use strategies like flyers, branded merchandise, and community talks to attract clients. Believe in yourself and your ability to make a difference in the fitness industry. To connect with Anuschka further you can find her here on Instagram and via her profile on the MumSafe webiste here At the end of this episode we mentioned our 4-day Coaching Week for FitPros that want to make a difference in working with mums - grab your spot here - www.jendugard.com/coaching If you are a mum listening to this episode and want to work with a mum-specific Personal Trainer or in a mum group fitness environment head to www.mumsafemovement.com  If you are a coach, trainer or instructor who would like to learn more about becoming a MumSafe Trainer visit www.jendugard.com/mumsafetrainer   And if you would like to complete your pre and postnatal certification go to https://www.preandpostnatalexerciseacademy.com/safereturntoexercise Please direct all questions either to jen@mumsafe.com.au or into Jen's DM's over on Instagram

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The leading podcast for exercise professionals that work with pre and postnatal mums. This podcast is for the exercise professional who wants to be the go-to specialist for training mums – someone who isn’t just passionate about helping women, but who is ready to build a thriving, financially successful business doing it the right way, with education, confidence and community at the core.

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  • Creator
    Jen Dugard
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2025 MumSafe™️
  • Show Website
    The MumSafe Pro Podcast

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