Practicing Mums

Practicing Mums
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Welcome to Practicing Mums — hosted by Nadia and Althea. Two friends. Two therapists. Two mums. With over 20 years of combined experience as a psychologist and occupational therapist, we talk about motherhood, parenting, child development and the realities of balancing careers, ambition and family life. Between us, we run award-winning allied health businesses while raising young families, and we know motherhood is both beautiful and messy. Each week, we share honest conversations, practical strategies, research-backed insights and relatable stories about the mental load, the milestones and everything in between. Practicing Mums is a space for both sides of motherhood, the wins and the overwhelm, the ambition and the burnout, the chaos and the connection. Follow along on Instagram and TikTok @practicingmums, @nadiainpractice and @evolvewithalthea for podcast updates, behind-the-scenes moments and more.

Episodes

  1. 5d ago

    EP 2: The Reality of Raising Children in High Level Sport with Lara Co Founder of MaxFit

    How Do We Help Kids Thrive in Sport Without Burning Out? | With Lara Perret, Founder of MaxFit What does it look like to support children in high-level sport while protecting their wellbeing, confidence and love of movement? In this episode of Practicing Mums, we sit down with Lara Perret, founder of MaxFit and mum of four, to talk about the realities of raising children involved in competitive sport. Lara shares her family's personal journey, the lessons she's learned as both a parent and coach, and why movement can have such a powerful impact on children's physical and mental wellbeing. This is an honest and thoughtful conversation about balancing ambition, enjoyment and family life, while helping children develop confidence, resilience and healthy relationships with sport. We discuss… Lara's experience raising children involved in high-level sportThe benefits of movement for children's mental health and wellbeingHow sport can build confidence, resilience and life skillsSupporting children through setbacks, disappointments and challengesFinding the balance between encouraging and pushingWhen competitive sport becomes too muchHelping children stay connected to the joy of movementThe role parents play on the sidelinesNavigating family life around training schedules and competitionsWhat children really need from us when they're striving for big goalsWhy every child deserves opportunities to move their bodyCreating environments where children can thrive, regardless of ability or performance Tried & True Each week, we share something we're loving (or not loving!) in motherhood, business or everyday life. Nadia's recommendation: YOTO Player https://au.yotoplay.com Althea's recommendation: Scoot & Ride https://discounttoyco.com.au/scoot-ride-highwaykick-1-ash/?srsltid=AfmBOor18Q0eS1qElRrSSZA2X2KQlH5fJFJ1Pqnz7k7YtRgHC764nJm7hhI Links mentioned in the episode: MaxFit The Hills: https://maxfitthehills.com Practicing Mums is hosted by Nadia Bachler (@nadiainpractice) and Althea Smith (@evolvewithalthea) — two mums, business owners and clinicians navigating the beautiful chaos of motherhood, work and everything in between. Come say hi over on Instagram and let us know what resonated with you from today's episode. If you're enjoying the podcast, we'd love it if you could share it with a friend, leave a review, or follow along for future episodes.

    33 min

  2. May 31

    EP 1: Inside Nadia’s Calm and Empowering Homebirth Story

    In this episode, Nadia shares the story of becoming a mum through two homebirths. From preparing for birth and navigating the unknowns of labour to welcoming her babies into the world and adjusting to life postpartum, this is an honest and heartfelt conversation about motherhood, identity, and the early years of parenting.

    26 min

  3. May 21

    Pilot Episode: Get to know your co-hosts Nadia & Althea!

    We’re kicking off Practicing Mums by sharing a little about who we are, how we got here, and what inspired this podcast. From motherhood and business to friendship, chaos, and lessons learned along the way, this episode is a relaxed conversation to help you get to know us.

    29 min
  • 3 Episodes

About

Welcome to Practicing Mums — hosted by Nadia and Althea. Two friends. Two therapists. Two mums. With over 20 years of combined experience as a psychologist and occupational therapist, we talk about motherhood, parenting, child development and the realities of balancing careers, ambition and family life. Between us, we run award-winning allied health businesses while raising young families, and we know motherhood is both beautiful and messy. Each week, we share honest conversations, practical strategies, research-backed insights and relatable stories about the mental load, the milestones and everything in between. Practicing Mums is a space for both sides of motherhood, the wins and the overwhelm, the ambition and the burnout, the chaos and the connection. Follow along on Instagram and TikTok @practicingmums, @nadiainpractice and @evolvewithalthea for podcast updates, behind-the-scenes moments and more.

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  • Creator
    Practicing Mums
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    3
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Practicing Mums
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