KICPod

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Mental Health
Updated twice weekly

Welcome to the KICPod - a D&M with your besties on the stuff that matters. Hosted by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw, founders of KIC, a health & wellness app that focuses on feeling your best, not looking a certain way. Find out more at kicwellness.com and follow us on Instagram @kic @stephclairesmith @laura.henshaw

13 hr ago

We asked our obstetrician all of your birth & prenatal questions

Dr Amanda Ward is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Long time listeners will know that she was the Obstetrician for both Steph when she had Harvey & Billie, and Laura with Atlas. We asked Amanda to come on an episode of KICBump but you guys sent in sooo many questions that we decided to do a second episode for the KICPod feed! In this episode, Amanda speaks about conceiving, finding the right OB, when to start looking for an OB, the difference between giving birth in public and private hospitals in Australia, the rise of free births, and more! If you want to hear more from Amanda, check out our episode in the KICBump feed: FIND OUT MORE Find out more about Amanda https://www.dramandaward.com.au/ Follow Amanda on Instagram @dramandajward Amanda has been on the podcast before. The episode was called ‘PCOS, Your Questions Answered’. Listen here: https://pod.fo/e/2e693d KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

30 min
2 days ago

We’ve been worse…but we’ve also been better!!!

If you’re feeling a bit down on this Monday morning, Laura has a unique pick-up for you and it’s probably not what you think! Then - Em Vernem from Mamamia has written an uncompromising list of things she never wants to see you do in public and we loved it. Please send us yours! We’ll pop a question box on our Instagram story or you can DM us @kicpod anytime. WE MENTIONED This is the list that Em wrote: https://www.mamamia.com.au/public-etiquette-rules/ SPECIAL SHARES Steph: the new KIC teas! https://kicwellness.com/collections/new-arrivals Laura: Margo’s Got Money Troubles https://tv.apple.com/au/show/margos-got-money-troubles/umc.cmc.6wgw0u6vuwydp6obbzzccup3w KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

43 min
23 Jun

Strength training Q&A - with PT Danny Kennedy

Danny Kennedy is a personal trainer & coach as well as KIC’s Head Trainer. It’s been a little while since we’ve had Danny on the podcast, so we decided to bring him in for an episode about all things strength training! We asked you for your questions and this is what you wanted to know: what do you think is the most underrated exercise in the gym? Tips for training to failure? What’s the best modality for longest fitness and longevity? Should I strength train before or after running? And lots more! If you have questions you’d like Danny to answer, slide into our DMs and we’ll save them up for another episode! WE MENTIONED Follow Danny on Instagram @djkfitness Listen to Danny’s podcast ‘The Fitness & Lifestyle Podcast’ https://open.spotify.com/show/50wy0OVAgMdCKcFsoYgvoX?si=5e6047ea23d34a2d&nd=1&dlsi=d85d6ec96b4a4263 Check out Danny's supplements YOUNIFY https://younifyactive.com/collections/all KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

48 min
21 Jun

Steph made us a Toy Story Personality Quiz!

This week Steph goes full fan girl over Toy Story 5!!! Steph reflects on how Toy Story has been there for every phase of her life and how it hits differently now that she’s a mum. Plus - Steph wrote us all a quiz to figure out which Toy Story character we are! And! A reminder that dental hygiene is cool. Also…Laura has very specific rules around the germs she is willing to tolerate and y’all have noticed. FYI! Steph recently worked with Disney. This episode is not sponsored by Disney. WE MENTIONED This is the reel that Steph played reacting to Steven Bartlett https://www.instagram.com/p/DZOM-5gs76n/ SPECIAL SHARES Steph: Pink performing at the Tony Awards https://www.youtube.com/shorts/p8hsWwzEmGY Laura: Office Romance https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81939823?source=35&fromWatch=true Kic UPDATE We’ve dropped 8 new power yoga classes with Cecily. Each flow is designed to build strength, energy, and focus through dynamic, breath-led movement. Three of the classes (featuring Laura!) are bump friendly too. No equipment and suitable for all levels. Find them in the KICApp today. KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

44 min
16 Jun

An explainer on different contraception - with Dr Jacqueline Coombe

Dr Jacqueline Coombe is a Senior Research Fellow in the Sexual Health Unit at the University of Melbourne. Jacqui has been working within the sexual and reproductive health space for nearly a decade and she completed her PhD in long-acting reversible contraception. In this episode, Jacqui sits down with Steph to talk through all of the different contraceptive options in Australia - the Pill, IUD, Implanon, vaginal ring, hormonal injection and condoms, as well as vasectomies, the ‘morning after’ pill and the pull out method. Jacqui explains the efficacy and potential side-effects of each method, why some people choose certain methods over others, the process of getting an IUD inserted, and the questions you should ask your GP or healthcare provider beforehand. FIND OUT MORE Check out Jacqui’s research https://findanexpert.unimelb.edu.au/profile/833259-jacqueline-coombe Jacqui has her own podcast. It’s called ‘Hey Lola!’ and you can listen here https://open.spotify.com/show/4wB1xa5yVRwF7X7YPc0sTA?si=q6FRLJPcQvSJzjpFsO6_0g&nd=1&dlsi=643ef1ebeba540af KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

47 min
14 Jun

How Laura is rebuilding her confidence

This week we’re finishing our conversation from last week about the insecurities that have stuck with us for decades. This week - it’s Laura’s turn 3 Plus! When was the last time you wore a blazer!? SPECIAL SHARES Steph: The Sims 2 Original Soundtrack https://open.spotify.com/album/5y3IHg8hVlbfbFgIUWtCeL Laura: KICStudio trainer Shiloh’s perspective on to-do lists @shiloh.kulaia Kic UPDATE Hybrid Express with Mills is here! It's a 6-week program, where you can choose 2-3 days per week, and all sessions are less than 30 minutes. It's built with the intention to be accessible and supportive to your routine - no advanced setup required, just simple, effective training with functional exercises and equipment you can find at any gym. Enrol in app today. KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

50 min
9 Jun

WWYD: my in-laws don’t like me

Hi!!! It’s been a little bit but we’re back with another WWYD episode! This week your questions are about in-laws and a dependent friend. QUESTION #1: My partner is the best but his parents don’t seem to like me. They live overseas and they have no interest in visiting us. I try really hard to involve them in our lives, but they never reciprocate. I can’t help but think I am not who they wanted for their son or their family. QUESTION #2: I feel like I’m in a completely different life stage to my best friend and I don’t know what to do. I’d be very happy to let the friendship naturally shift, however she is incredibly dependent on me. How would you suggest approaching the friendship going forward without cutting it off fully, but empowering the both of us to be able to live more independently? SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS If you have a question you want our opinion on, please slide into our DMs on Instagram! We’re @kicpod. If you’re not on Instagram, you can email us at kicpod@kicwellness.com. All questions will be anonymous 3 KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 min
7 Jun

The insecurity Steph hasn’t been able to get over

Steph watched the new Netflix documentary about Kylie Minogue. In the documentary, Kylie reflects on the insecurities that have stuck with her throughout her career, like that she didn’t deserve her success or that she doesn’t have a good voice. This got us thinking about the small comments that were made about us when we were younger that unfortunately have stuck with us for decades. Plus! Laura and Dalton have been playing pranks on each other and we’re sorry if that’s not what you signed up for on your Monday morning. SPECIAL SHARES Steph: The Devil Wears Prada 2 https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/the-devil-wears-prada-2 Laura: Loui Burke’s rules for making your bed https://www.instagram.com/p/DYgXbbdBtyt/ KICBump PODCAST Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.comSteph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on TiktokKIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Laura Henshaw

Host
Steph Claire Smith

Host
Brooke Boney

Guest
Zara McDonald

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Helen McCabe

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Sian Murray

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Melanie Chisholm

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4.9

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8 Ratings

Welcome to the KICPod - a D&M with your besties on the stuff that matters. Hosted by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw, founders of KIC, a health & wellness app that focuses on feeling your best, not looking a certain way. Find out more at kicwellness.com and follow us on Instagram @kic @stephclairesmith @laura.henshaw

Channel

LiSTNR
Creator

LiSTNR
Years Active

2019 - 2026
Episodes

494
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

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