Love Patty Podcast: Genuine Conversations on fertility, family, feminism, and life as a modern female

Clare Patricia and Chloe Patricia
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We are your hosts, Clare Patricia and Chloe Patricia. Two friends of 28 years who are both dual degree registered nurses. Clare is a Mum of two beautiful children, and Chloe is years deep in the fertility trenches, but fur Mum to beautiful Paddington the Cavoodle. Love Patty is a safe space for genuine conversations around the important and layered topics of things fertility, family, feminism and life as a Modern female. Join us for raw open conversations, interviews, education, awareness raising and stigma breaking shared experiences. We hope you will laugh with us, cry with us, and feel less alone on so many important themes that come with being a woman. Please join us for a safe and supportive space. *Trigger warning, themes of infertility, pregnancy loss, mental health and trauma.

  1. Jul 6

    66|Sarah Wright Olsen~Hollywood, Healing, Motherhood & Magic. The power of community.

    In this inspiring episode, we sit down with actress, author, entrepreneur, and mum Sarah Wright Olsen for an honest conversation about balancing career, motherhood, and purpose. Sarah shares her journey through the film and TV, working with Tom Cruise, Mathew McConaughey & Kathy Bates! What inspired her to build businesses outside of acting, and how becoming a mother reshaped her priorities and perspective. Sarah opens up about her experience with postnatal anxiety, a condition both Clare and Chloe also suffer with and why it's so important that we continue breaking the stigma around maternal mental health. She shares how those challenges inspired her to create spaces where mothers feel supported, connected, and never alone. We explore the story behind her podcast, The Mother Daze which she Co-host with Teresa Palmer, and her newest children's book "When I am not with you", which helps children navigate transitions, separation, and change with confidence and reassurance. Something close to Clare's heart after loosing her Dad in January. Beyond motherhood, we chat about her skincare brand BAEO, balancing business with family life, and leaning into the more intuitive, spiritual, and "witchy-woo-woo" side of life. From trusting your intuition to embracing practices that bring grounding and connection, Sarah offers a refreshing perspective on finding what supports you through motherhood and beyond. We know you are going to Love this Patty's x Pre-order Sarah's Book: https://www.booktopia.com.au/when-i-am-not-with-you-sarah-wright-olsen/book/9780310177296.html?srsltid=AfmBOoqF7Z90Nmlypn9AHPDbFfI3RNaLUYe9Vn-9fi3K7w3ZLYp1Pa3E The Mother Daze Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5TxM4jUXcSdRAGRmTA5oYj?si=c4092b9be35a4dba Sarah's Skincare BAEO:  https://baeo.com

  2. Jun 21

    65|Sophie Beer- Children's Author & illustrator, fertility, Prenatal anxiety, CBT, miscarriage, medical trauma, acoustic nueroma tumour, juggling motherhood, working, creativity and burn out

    Sophie Beer, Brisbane-based author and illustrator, has built an award-winning career creating joyful, bright, children's books, but her path to success has been anything but straightforward. In this heartfelt conversation, Sophie shares the determination that helped her pursue her creative dreams, refusing to take "no" for an answer, even when life presented unexpected challenges. From studying law before finding her true calling, to navigating fertility struggles, miscarriage, prenatal anxiety, and the shock of discovering she carries a cancer gene, Sophie opens up about the experiences that have shaped her both personally and professionally. After a tumour diagnosis made her realise how deeply she wanted to become a mother, Sophie embarked on a complex journey through pregnancy, birth, and parenthood. She speaks candidly about fertility and birth trauma, the healing experience of her second birth, the importance of midwifery-led continuity of care, and how CBT and talk therapy supported her mental health along the way. We also explore the realities of balancing motherhood with a thriving creative career, the pressures of the never-ending juggle, and the lessons Sophie has learned about burnout, ambition and her passions for music, creativity and delivering joyful children's books. This is an honest, inspiring conversation about resilience, advocacy, motherhood, and finding the courage to create a life that feels true to yourself. Love Patty  xx

  3. Jun 7

    64| Katie CEO Sabbia Co, Building a clean skincare brand from the ground up, motherhood, manifesting and universal downloads.

    What does it take to leave the security of a stable career and bet everything on a dream? From $2,000 to a Thriving Skincare Empire with Katie, CEO of Sabbia Co In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Katie, CEO and co-founder of Sabbia Co, the clean skincare brand helping thousands of people feel confident in their skin again. In her mid-twenties, Katie took a huge leap of faith, leaving her marketing career and convincing her tradie partner, Dave, to back her vision. With just $2,000 each and plenty of determination, they launched SabbiCo from the ground up. Seven years later, Sabbia Co has grown into a thriving business with a dedicated team, thousands of five-star reviews, and a loyal community that continues to support its mission. Katie opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship and motherhood, including the pressure of having no paid maternity leave and returning to work just two weeks after the birth of her son, fearing the business wouldn't survive without her. Instead, the community she had built rallied around her, helping fuel some of the company's biggest growth to date. She also shares the lessons learned between the births of her two children, how she built systems that allowed the business to operate independently, and the unexpected challenges that came when she felt disconnected from a company that no longer relied on her every day. At four months postpartum with her daughter, Katie found herself struggling with loneliness and a loss of purpose before rediscovering her spark through part-time work, strong co-parenting with Dave, and the support of a nanny. We also dive into the fascinating science behind clean skincare, common causes of problem skin, and Katie's practical advice for anyone looking to improve their skin health. This conversation is an honest and refreshing look at ambition, motherhood, identity, business growth, and what it really means to build a life and career on your own terms. Thanks Katie for the 20% discount code too: LOVEPATTY at check out. Don't forget to like and subscribe, share with a friend and give us a 5 star review.  Love Patty. xxx https://sabbiaco.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/sabbiaco/ Love Patty Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lovepattypodcast/

  4. May 24

    63|Sam- Fertility rollercoaster IVF Identical twins, IUI, Ectopic, missed miscarriage and welcoming baby number 3.

    In this episode, Sam opens up about the emotional rollercoaster of her journey to motherhood, from heartbreak and loss to the chaos and beauty of raising three little ones. She shares her experience with infertility, a missed miscarriage, failed IUI cycles, and the decision to move forward with IVF, which led to the birth of her identical twin boys. Sam also speaks honestly about her C-section birth and recovery, the realities of postpartum life, and how essential having her mum as her village and support system truly is. We also dive into the devastating experience of an ectopic pregnancy and salpingectomy, before Sam’s journey led her back to IVF once again to welcome her baby girl. From surviving the 4-month sleep regression to co-sleeping, musical beds, and navigating life with babies who don’t sleep, this conversation is a raw and relatable look at modern motherhood. Sam also shares the emotional process of deciding their family was complete, from her partner getting a vasectomy to making the incredibly difficult decision of when they will take their remaining embryos off snow sleep. This episode is honest, vulnerable, and filled with the kind of conversations so many parents quietly carry behind closed doors. We love sharing these stories, please spread love and send to a friend. Love Patty xoxo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LovePattyPodcast Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lovepattypodcast/

  5. May 10

    62|Dr Tina Fleming, Endometriosis, Pelvic Pain , ovulation pain, diagnosis and treatments, fertility, women being heard, women’s health, future treatments

    In this empowering episode, we sit down with the incredible Dr Tina Fleming, OBGYN based on the Gold Coast specialising in pelvic pain, endometriosis, fertility care, and fertility treatments. This conversation is deeply personal for Chloe, as Dr Tina performed one of her miscarriage surgeries and later supported her through and performed  her successful IVF transfer with baby Jack. Chloe shares how Dr Tina and the entire team at Grace Private became a compassionate and supportive presence throughout her infertility journey. Together, we dive into many important and often misunderstood topics surrounding women’s health, including pelvic pain, endometriosis and adenomyosis, medical gaslighting, ovulation pain, perimenopause, hysterectomies, fertility knowledge and treatment options, IVF journeys, as well as diagnosis pathways and future treatment possibilities. Dr Tina is also a strong advocate for women’s symptoms and medical history being taken seriously when assessing suspected endometriosis, without women needing an ultrasound or laparoscopy to feel believed or validated by their healthcare practitioner. Most importantly, we discuss the importance of women being heard, validated, and genuinely supported by their healthcare providers. This episode is packed with knowledge and reassurance for any woman experiencing pelvic pain or fertility struggles, and we learnt so much from this incredible conversation with Dr Tina. Listen now for an open and informative discussion on women’s health, pain management, fertility, and advocacy.  Love,Chloe & Clare xx

  6. Apr 26

    61|Lara~Mrs Lardeedah, Your Go-To guid for family fun and making motherhood easier. Playgrounds to plane trips, you don't want to miss this.

    In this episode, we sit down with Lara Mum to 2 boys and, the face behind Mrs Lardeedah, a go-to guide for families looking to make the most out of life with kids. Based on the Gold Coast, Lara has built a loyal community by sharing honest playground reviews, family-friendly activities, must-visit restaurants, and practical tips for travelling with little ones in tow. We chat about how she turned everyday outings into a trusted resource for parents, the realities of exploring with kids (yes, the chaos included), and her mission to make motherhood feel lighter, more fun, and a whole lot more supported. Clare expressed how Lara's playgroup map and 'fenced' filter option was a lifesaver for toddler mums with kids who run! Whether you’re planning your next weekend adventure, searching for a kid-friendly café, or just need inspiration to get out of the house, this episode is packed with ideas and reassurance that you’re not doing this motherhood thing alone. We chat solo parenting, fussy eating and scare Chloe about the chaos of venturing out whilst toilet training... Lara's instagram @mrslardeedah is a must follow for all SEQ families. She has over 100 playground reviews and is in the know with all the free activities happening around the coast. We know you will love this ep and hope it brings easy to your next family outing. Love Patty x https://www.mrslardeedah.com https://www.facebook.com/mrslardeedah https://www.instagram.com/mrslardeedah/ Love Patty: https://www.instagram.com/lovepattypodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LovePattyPodcast

  7. Apr 12

    60 | S7! Solo ep Clare and Chloe, Life updates, baby jack, house move, toddler mess, ocp for ovulation pain, childcare options, return to work, second baby fertility chat, first birthday as a Mum, our first love patty event, yin and yangs to our husband

    Episode 60 kicks off Season 7 with just us — Clare and Chloe — sitting down for a long overdue life catch-up. We’re sharing the raw, beautiful chaos of this season of life — from life with baby Jack (nearly 8 months and the sweetest, smiley age) to navigating toddler mess (hello tin on milo poured into the new carpet), the whirlwind of moving house. We open up Clare's disappointing experience with trying the OCP for ovulation pain, discuss childcare options, and what returning to work really feels like when your heart is split in two places. There’s also a deeply honest chat about second baby fertility. This episode also marks a milestone: Chloe’s first birthday as a mum — a moment to reflect on how much life, identity, and love can change in a single year. We also share the joy of hosting our very first Love Patty event (still pinching ourselves!) and dive into a fun, real conversation about the hilarious “yin and yang” dynamics with our husbands (some great giglges here) — plus… should we finally get them on the podcast? And of course, we’re giving you a little sneak peek into what’s coming in Season 7 — some exciting chats ahead! Love Patty xx

  8. Mar 29

    59| Tara CMV pregnancy, From Survival to Soul Rising: Tara's Story of Motherhood, Healing and Purpose.

    Welcome back to Love Patty This week we’re joined by the incredible Tara; mum of three, co-founder of Soul Rising Collective women’s retreats, and the woman behind the Gold Coast’s only clothes library. Tara bravely shares the story of her first pregnancy, where she was diagnosed with CMV and faced the unimaginable — being advised to terminate. She takes us through the emotional rollercoaster of seeking a second opinion, finding hope with a compassionate MFM specialist, and enduring weekly testing, MRIs, and blood work. From being told she wouldn’t be able to breastfeed to planning a C-section, Tara opens up about the fear, uncertainty, and strength it took to keep going. She also shares how she turned to vlogging as a form of therapy, creating her YouTube channel “CMV Stops With Me,” and the moment everything shifted, when her daughter Frankie was born healthy, with no signs of complications. Beyond her birth story, Tara speaks candidly about losing herself in motherhood with three little ones close in age, and how slowly reconnecting with joy and fun for herself sparked something bigger. That spark became Soul Rising Collective women's retreats designed for mums to simply arrive, be held, and reconnect with themselves. With Tara’s background in breath work and women’s circles, these retreats are all about rediscovering you. Clare first met Tara through her clothes library, a beautiful, practical solution to the fast fashion cycle so many of us are stuck in. What started as a simple idea while working in a pool shop has grown into a powerful community resource, helping women borrow outfits, save money, and reduce waste. There’s even a toy library, so your little ones can enjoy something new without the cost or environmental impact. This is a heartfelt and hope-filled conversation, for anyone navigating a CMV diagnosis, considering VBAC, or simply needing a reminder that you’re allowed to find yourself again in motherhood. Trigger warning: pregnancy loss and stillbirth are discussed in this episode. Thank you for being here and for your ongoing support. Love Patty xoxo Women's empowerment Travel: https://www.soulrising-collective.com/ Clothes Library: https://www.instagram.com/slow_down_fastfashion/reels/

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We are your hosts, Clare Patricia and Chloe Patricia. Two friends of 28 years who are both dual degree registered nurses. Clare is a Mum of two beautiful children, and Chloe is years deep in the fertility trenches, but fur Mum to beautiful Paddington the Cavoodle. Love Patty is a safe space for genuine conversations around the important and layered topics of things fertility, family, feminism and life as a Modern female. Join us for raw open conversations, interviews, education, awareness raising and stigma breaking shared experiences. We hope you will laugh with us, cry with us, and feel less alone on so many important themes that come with being a woman. Please join us for a safe and supportive space. *Trigger warning, themes of infertility, pregnancy loss, mental health and trauma.

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