Beyond the Bump

Sophie Pearce & Jayde Couldwell

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. This podcast is targetted at mums, just like you. A place to have real discussions and ask real questions (no matter how hard) with honest and authentic people. The aim is to have you feeling lighter, more supported and more understood after each listen.

  1. 1 DAY AGO

    Bumpie Group Chat: if we aren't back next week we are on tour

    We are back with the Bumpie Group Chat and honestly, we are a bit shakey and nervous. Why? Because we have recorded our sing-off and have mild regrets. If we aren’t back next week, it’s because we are either on tour or hiding in shame!  On top of our Taylor Swift renditions, we discuss… Jayde’s low energy but getting by! Just in time for her minor day surgery Nail art hacks for low maintenance vibes Sophie needs help with the dummy… not hers, Pearl’s! Jayde shares her thoughts and Bumpies give advice, too Jayde gives an update on Yumi’s nightly performance after our recent episode about not dulling your child’s big personality (while still toning it down a tad) We share our singing recordings……..   This episode is proudly sponsored by Rommer. Check out Rommer Designs for their beautifully designed, functional children's dinnerware and play essentials. 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.

    36 min
  2. 4 DAYS AGO

    How can I parent a big personality without dulling their shine? - with Gen Muir

    We have brought back a Beyond the Bump favourite, Gen Muir (parenting coach, social worker and mum to 4 boys) to help us out with a personal parenting pickle. How do you raise children with BIG personalities without dulling their sparkle? We discuss… Jayde shares her own worries about how this dynamic plays out in her household Gen dives into how our own childhood may be triggered by our children Introverted vs extroverted personalities and how they may exist within a family How do we set a firm boundary even when their big personality rebels against it? Using communication strategies to help unpack your child’s feelings or behaviours Catering to the individual personalities and needs of your family so that we can connect with less resentment When a behaviour is actually a call for help Have we confused caring about our kids' feelings with thinking we are responsible for fixing them? The importance of being kind to yourself as a self-regulation tool   This episode is proudly sponsored by Rommer.   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.

    56 min
  3. 2 MAR

    “I landed on my baby”... how do you move past mum guilt when a nightmare becomes reality? - with Abi Draycott

    Abi, mum of 3 and a friend of Sophie’s, is speaking with us about her story. In this very emotional and vulnerable episode, Abi describes her journey into motherhood, the day their world shifted after a fall devastatingly impacted their newborn and the family’s road to recovery. Despite everything, Abi’s sense of humour and optimism had us in awe! We discuss… Moving from the UK to Australia and how to keep the grandparents involved  How an ADHD diagnosis transpired after becoming a mum Being a first time parent and how bitter-sweet hindsight can be How the intrusive thought so many new parents have became a reality and the terrifying moments that unfolded How guilt felt selfish and Abi’s strength in dealing with the accident Navigating their daughter’s recovery  When a random pregnancy test turned into their next big chapter (much earlier than expected!) How life is now looking for Abi’s family  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.

    1h 18m
  4. 23 FEB

    How can I get this brain of mine to breathe? Simplifying for the sake of our nervous system with Jodi Wilson

    The “nervous system” has been mentioned a lot lately and for good reason! Life is busy and our body wasn’t designed to be dealing with this level of stress 24/7. So today, we speak to Jodi Wilson, bestselling author, yoga teacher and postpartum doula, about her latest book, A Brain that Breathes: essential habits for an overwhelming world. We discuss… What even is the nervous system and how can we slow down? How the constant mental load, multitasking and being chronically online all contribute to an overwhelmed nervous system Small daily habits that we can use to help calm ourselves down (the real self-care!) The ‘switch cost effect’ and how it is really impacting mothers Children’s innate ability to be present Our biological need to rest in order for our brain to function productively How ‘the infinite scroll’ and picking up our phones keeps us in fight/flight 5 strategies to use when you’re overwhelmed Links mentioned in this episode: Read Jodi’s book here Find Jodi on Substack here or on Instagram at @practisingimplicity  This episode is proudly sponsored by Tonies. Check out the range, including the new Cuddle Tonies here.  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.

    1h 7m
  5. 19 FEB

    Bumpie Group Chat: Is it couple’s therapy or co host therapy? And thanks to the Bumpies for keeping us sane!

    The Bumpie Group Chat is back and Sophie reveals her vulnerability hangover. After being literally inundated with messages from Bumpies who could relate to her worries about school, Sophie shares her current reflections on how life might look like for her family. We also dive into… Is it more acceptable to share you need time away from your kids than to say that you want to be with them as much as possible? Could hybrid learning be the answer to Sophie’s concerns? Sophie and Nick have made the decision to unenrol Pearl from pre-school and the relief is tangible  Jayde shares how her and Harry’s first marriage counselling session went down. To Jayde’s surprise, it was NOT what she expected How do your attachment styles and communication strategies impact your relationship?  There’s nothing like wrapping up the episode by trying a therapy technique on air with each other while sharing a single microphone! 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.

    31 min
  6. 16 FEB

    Anyone else struggling with drops offs? Separation anxiety, resilience & more with Orlanda, teacher, psychology dress & mother

    The school year has well and truly started but that doesn’t mean separation anxiety, tough drop offs and big feelings have come to an end. We spoke to Orlanda (@mybrain.books) all about how we can support our children when it comes to starting formal care, whether that be daycare, pre-school or school itself. We chatted to her all about…   What factors influence separation anxiety or difficult drop offs? When might it be our own anxiety or when is it our gut telling us something might need to change? How can a child’s cognitive development or readiness impact these transitions? Building resilience through support and safety and equipping our kids with language around their emotions What strategies can help us with drop offs? Distressed children, school refusal and when separation anxiety might need further support The importance of communicating, finding supportive educators and doing what’s right for your family Orlanda is a mother of two boys, an experienced primary school teacher with a psychology degree and the founder of My Brain Books. She is passionate about nurturing children's mental health, resilience and emotional intelligence. Links mentioned in this episode were:  www.mybrainbooks.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.

    41 min
  7. 12 FEB

    Bumpie Group Chat: is Sophie going back to homeschooling and who else is keen on a foot job?

    As always Bumpies, when one of us is up, the other is down! We kick off the latest Bumpie Group Chat episode with… Jayde and Harry have made big changes in the bedroom Sophie unveils her perfect feet and Jayde confesses she loves a foot job Pearl has had another tough week at pre-school and Sophie is reflecting on her readiness The daily grind and back-to-school routines are hitting Sophie’s family hard after a tight-knit year in the caravan - is mainstream school always the right option for everyone? Jayde shares a Rude or Fabulous - would you clean a random school bag and share the lunchbox contents on a Facebook forum? Type A energy or overkill?   This episode is proudly sponsored by Once Upon. Get 25% off with the code BTB25 at checkout, valid until 6 March 2026. Download the app here and get creating!  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.

    31 min
  8. 9 FEB

    Will becoming a mum ruin my career? Or will it be a superpower? - with Michelle Battersby

    It’s been a busy 2 or so years for Michelle Battersby (@michellebattersby) who has grown and birthed two boys 17 months apart, all while selling her tech start-up Sunroom and beginning the role of President at global app, Peanut. We dived into her journey to chat more about… Life before children as a woman carving a path in male-dominated boardrooms Her career progression and moving to LA to found her own tech start up Navigating pregnancy in her workplace and reflecting on how motherhood and career would look for Michelle How she reframed the changes she underwent as a mother as a positive instead of worrying she’d “lost” herself Having two kids with a close age gap - the pros and the cons! Michelle explains Peanut - from connecting 6 million mums, tracking pregnancy, parenting advice to scheduling online mother’s group meet ups, it’s an amazing tool for mums This episode is proudly sponsored by Once Upon. Get 25% off with the code BTB25 at checkout, valid until 6 March 2026. Download the app here and get creating!  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.

    52 min

About

Beyond the Bump is a podcast brought to you by Jayde Couldwell and Sophie Pearce. This podcast is targetted at mums, just like you. A place to have real discussions and ask real questions (no matter how hard) with honest and authentic people. The aim is to have you feeling lighter, more supported and more understood after each listen.

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