Inspired Parenting Inspired Parenting

Hailey Somerfield is one in 13 million. The cheeky 2-year-old is a social butterfly, who is always giggling, smiling and enjoys dancing to her favourite songs.  



Hailey is one of the four Australians and only female living with KAT6 Syndrome and is living life the way her parents didn’t think would be possible. 

KAT6 syndrome is an extremely rare genetic neurodevelopment disorder that affects the KAT6 gene, altering the development of the brain and central nervous system.  



Hailey’s mum Kathryn speaks with us about Hailey’s heartwarming story and their involvement with Rocky Bay and the Early Start Intervention Program.

Grace Marland holds a bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy and Exercise and Sport Science and a Master’s in Exercise Physiology. With a strong foundation in strength and conditioning, she is deeply committed to intertwining her passion for mental health with the proven benefits of exercise for both physical and mental well-being. Understanding the profound impact of physical activity on both the body and mind, Grace excels in seamlessly integrating her expertise into personalised exercise interventions for adults and youth.Grace advocates for exercise as a powerful form of medicine, particularly emphasising its role in enhancing mental, social and physical well-being.

Anita is a writer, speaker, advocate, creative and Mum to Zayn, Blakely and Daxton.In late 2020/early 2021 Anita was diagnosed with ADHD and separated from her husband. These two life changing events inspired Anita to start rediscovering who she was, and embrace all of the beautiful and messy parts of herself. She slowly found her voice and started sharing her story in the hope of helping others, especially women, who may be going through similar struggles, and didn't want them to feel alone. Anita's children also have ADHD and Anita spends a significant amount of time learning information, implementing strategies and teaching them how to live with ADHD positively and confidently.

Carl is a 40 year old nurse here in Perth WA and is happily married to his partner Tim. After getting married in 2020, discussions of growing their family lead to pursuing adoption, IVF and surrogacy as means to realise their dreams of becoming parents.



After navigating a number of challenges including a pandemic, and many life changes, this journey has been 2 years in the making. Carl speaks with us today with his inspiring story and the hurdles they have jumped through - all worth the wait with announcement of their exciting news! 

Our guest for this episode is Samantha Payne - the Co-Founder and CEO of The Pink Elephants Support Network. The Pink Elephants Support Network are a not-for-profit charity, formed to support women and their partners through miscarriage, pregnancy loss and beyond.Sam is driven to ensure no one faces the journey of early pregnancy loss alone and that every bereaved parent receives the support, empathy, and understanding they deserve. She speaks from the heart, sharing her own journey as well as those of the thousands that Pink Elephants supports.

Amelia is the mum of our first guest, Azizi Donnelly. Amelia, worked as a fashion designer for some of Australia’s most prestigious fashion houses, she started designing and sewing at the age of ten years old making clothes for her and her friends dolls. Amelia started her own fashion range at just sixteen years of age selling to local boutiques in the area.

At the age of eighteen Amelia fell in love and was married for sixteen and a half years to a man she loved deeply. Unfortunately, life circumstances saw them grow apart leaving Amelia with a young baby girl, Azizi. When Azizi was eleven years old Amelia remarried and had a beautiful son who she is still extremely close to today, but this marriage was fraught with difficulties and in this episode, Amelia shares the highs and lows of being a working, married mother to a man who did not support her dreams.