Beyond the Bump

Sophie Pearce & Jayde Couldwell
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Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. It began in the baby years and has grown right alongside us, because motherhood keeps evolving long after the baby stage ends. This is a place for real conversations and honest questions, no matter how hard, about the parts of motherhood that often go unspoken. The mental load that changes shape rather than easing. The identity shifts. The stage where life doesn’t suddenly feel simpler. Wherever you are in it, the aim is the same: to leave you feeling lighter, more understood and a little less alone after every listen.

  1. 54 min ago

    Bumpie on Board: when breast cancer derails you growing your family - with Jackie

    For this Bumpies on Board episode, we speak with Jackie, mum of two and breast cancer survivor. After hearing her story at the Bonds Village Walk event in Melbourne, we asked her to share with Bumpies - it’s inspiring, raw and a real reminder of how important a village can be. We discuss… Jackie’s positive postpartum during lockdowns Reevaluating career goals after children Discovering breast cancer at 16 months postpartum Her journey with chemo, radiation, a double mastectomy and recovery Health anxiety after cancer Trying to conceive after cancer - IVF and egg donation The inspiring dedication of her village Pregnancy after loss and the miracle baby she hadn’t seen coming Jackie’s tips for dealing with a health diagnosis How to support a friend with cancer Links mentioned: See Jackie’s eco + plastic-free stationery brand at consciousmae.com.au Follow Jackie on Insta @consciousmae This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies® - the world's leading screen-free audio platform for kids. Stories, songs, games and adventures, all without a screen in sight. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

  2. 4 days ago ·  Video

    Bumpie group chat: almost 10 things Sophie has learnt in 10 years of marriage, Jayde’s “boring” and your hilarious icks

    Sophie is running late, opens a surprise present on air and we lightly roast each other… just another Bumpie Group Chat! We’re chatting about… Sophie 35th birthday  The 10 (or 9) things Sophie has learned in 10 years of marriage Bumpies sent in their icks and they are hilarious Why we would swipe right on Tinder Toilet etiquette when you’re dating This episode is proudly sponsored by Bonds. Check out their Wonder Sleep sleeping bags at bonds.com.au or in-store now!  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@jaydecouldwell) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

    Bumpie group chat: almost 10 things Sophie has learnt in 10 years of marriage, Jayde’s “boring” and your hilarious icks

  3. 14 Sept

    Ask yourself, is it working for mum? Setting boundaries with kids - with Gen Muir

    We’ve teamed up once again with parenting educator, Gen Muir, to discuss boundaries. Is it a buzz word or are they vital for our parenting? We discuss… The #1 question to ask yourself around boundaries How societies views on parenting has changed over the decades When boundaries can be flexible  Explaining and scaffolding the boundary Disappointment and resilience Executive dysfunction and boundaries Healthy boundaries teach relationship skills How do we ACTUALLY set a boundary? The discomfort of sadness  The importance of modelling limits  Links mentioned: Get Gen’s latest book, Why Kids Need Boundaries here This episode is proudly sponsored by ergopouch. Check them out at ergopouch.com.au   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

  4. 10 Sept ·  Video

    Bumpie Group Chat: so apparently we all shift and we all sh*t

    For this Bumpie Group Chat, we have done our usual where when one is up, the other is down. Andddd then we swap. We let it all out in this very unhinged episode. We chat… Sophie’s been raging and jaw-clenching  Jayde and Harry’s DIY camping health retreat Feeling like a burden on your village Sophie’s offloading some of her imposter syndrome onto Raygun  Jayde’s birthday ick reframe The shift to play dates and friendships over family Perimenopause or scabies? Happy birthday, Sophie!  This episode is proudly sponsored by tonies. Check out the entire range at tonies.com.au Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

    Bumpie Group Chat: so apparently we all shift and we all sh*t

  5. 7 Sept

    How powerful is art for us and our kids? - with Alexandra Lederman, art therapist

    We talk a lot about emotional regulation, mindfulness and play, but it can be hard finding ways to actually DO these in our busy lives. Enter art therapy. For kids and adults alike, we speak to registered art therapist and mum of two, Alex Lederman, to learn more. We discuss… Alex’s experience with art and art therapy What is involved in art therapy? The process (not the outcome) of creating Do you have to be good at art? What happens if a child creates dark or worrying art? Embracing creativity for yourself What can we create at home with our kids to connect? How can we encourage our kids to get into art? How art therapy has shaped Alex’s motherhood Links mentioned: Follow Alex on Instagram @alexledermanarttherapy Head to Alex’s website for more information or upcoming parent workshops at alexandralederman.com  Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

  6. 3 Sept ·  Video

    Bumpie Group Chat: Dr Becky is the GOAT, oreogate, unhinged things kids say and a mum hack of the century

    After a big work weekend in Melbourne, we are back with some glimmers, some learnings, some laughs and our undying love for Dr Becky. We dive into… The game-changer takeaways we’ve tried from our Dr Becky episode Oreogate! The parent’s group chat that has blown up Do millennial parents struggle with boundary setting? The busy mum/ADHD brain text message hack An unconventional toddler sleep hack The unhinged Rude or Fabulous things Bumpies kids say…  This episode is proudly sponsored by Go-To and their Very Glowy Primer. Bumpies who are new to Go-To —or haven’t shopped with them in the past 12 months — can get 20% off orders over $85 at gotoskincare.com with the code BTB. T&Cs apply. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

    Bumpie Group Chat: Dr Becky is the GOAT, oreogate, unhinged things kids say and a mum hack of the century

  7. 31 Aug

    Peri-menopause - WTAF?! What should we all know as we head into it? - Dr Fatima Khan - menopause specialist, women's health doctor, and founder of The Menopause Clinic

    Perimenopause. It seems to have boomed in awareness and for good reason. To find out more we speak to Dr Fatima Khan about everything from PMDD, symptoms of perimenopause, when it starts and how we address it (and also how is this fair!?!) As a leading perimenopause and menopause doctor, Dr Fatima combines a holistic approach with clinical expertise to offer treatments that support mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing. We ask her… What is PMDD? Is ADHD and PMDD connected? How hormones impact mental health  What is perimenopause and when does it start? The symptoms of perimenopause How the shifting age of parenthood has compounded perimenopause Patriarchy and perimenopause - why it isn’t a good mix If you think you’re in perimenopause, what do we do? What is HRT? Did you know the most common symptom of menopause is joint pain How trauma impacts menopause (and vice versa) Reframing women’s health You can find Dr Fatima Khan's book Hormone Health is Mental Health here. In an emergency, call one of the following 24/7 hotlines: LifeLine: 131114 Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511 Your local central hospital This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and the new iL Tutto Plus Collection. Meet the CoZee Sense, the CoZee you love now with built in sound, light and sensory support, and the Henry Plus, the nursing chair with massage and heat built in. Shop now at iltutto.com.au and enjoy 15% off as an introductory offer until 30 September.   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

  8. 27 Aug ·  Video

    Bumpie Group Chat: when depression, a yellow submarine and book week walk into a recording studio

    The Bumpie Group Chat is our weekly debrief on how we are going in parenting and life. Sometimes it’s light and full of laughs, other times it’s the reality of our challenges creeping up on us. A wise recent guest did tell us that two things can be true! Today, we discuss… Sophie’s leaning into Book Week Jayde gives an honest mental health update Sophie is pissed off about the state of mental health support How do we support others struggling with their mental health? Bumpies sent in their Parenting Pickles and we give our two cents In an emergency, call one of the following 24/7 hotlines: LifeLine: 131114 Mental Health Line: 1800 011 511 Your local central hospital The following services also offer support: PANDA Beyond Blue Gidget Foundation   Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok @beyondthebumppodcast Facebook - Beyond the Bump Community Chats group  Sign up to our monthly newsletter here for BTS, recommendations, outfits and more. If you’d love to partner with the podcast, send us an episode idea or find out more, you can over here.  We couldn’t do this without you, Bumpies. If you’re liking what you’re hearing, we’d love it if you could send us to a mama mate or leave a 5 star review.

    Bumpie Group Chat: when depression, a yellow submarine and book week walk into a recording studio
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Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. It began in the baby years and has grown right alongside us, because motherhood keeps evolving long after the baby stage ends. This is a place for real conversations and honest questions, no matter how hard, about the parts of motherhood that often go unspoken. The mental load that changes shape rather than easing. The identity shifts. The stage where life doesn’t suddenly feel simpler. Wherever you are in it, the aim is the same: to leave you feeling lighter, more understood and a little less alone after every listen.

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  • Creator
    Sophie Pearce & Jayde Couldwell
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    431
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Beyond The Bump
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