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I want to change your life by sharing someone else's.Join me & my guests as we share the raw & honest stories of everyday women. If you'd love to be a guest please reach me at @uncommonex.
Drugs & Coping.
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Trigger Warning: Heavy drug & alcohol use, suicidal thoughts, loss of a parent & relationship breakdowns are discussed in this episode.
Join Jade as she shares her experience using drugs from the age of 15-28. We explore using drugs as a coping mechanism for boredom, loss of a parent, feeling lost with in yourself and managing emotions.
Jade's story shows the true messiness of the human experience and how by taking responsibility for the roles she played within her life and her decisions she has been able to come out of s...
Alcoholism & Parenting.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Substance abuse & drug use, parental abuse, mental illness, burnout are discussed in this episode.
Join Jemma as she shares her heartbreaking experience with a parent who struggled with substance abuse.
Jemma is able to share the gritty parts of her teenage years, and adulthood growing up with toxic abuse. She details how her perception of self, relationships and life were affected by the relationship with her mother, and how she was carrying the weight of the family for years until she reached absolute burnout and could not c...
Traumatic Births & Grief
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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, traumatic pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), and traumatic birth experiences.
In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The unCommon Exposé, I’m joined by Nadine Muller as we explore the realities of generational trauma, womanhood, and the often unspoken experiences surrounding traumatic pregnancies and birth.
Nadine shares her raw and detailed story from the physical and emotional toll of hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), the most chaotic emergency caesarean where she felt everything, to navigating multiple pregnancy losses and exp...
OCD & Eating Disorders
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Join Lilli as she opens up in a deeply personal and honest conversation about her journey through what she once believed was an eating disorder, but later came to understand as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). She shares powerful insights into the complex thought patterns, emotional struggles, and internal battles that often go unseen, offering a rare and intimate look into life with OCD.
Through her story, Lilli explores how these challenges shaped her relationship with herself and the world around her, while also highlighting the tools, mindset shifts, and daily practices...
Wild Dreams & Acting
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Join Jacqui as she shares her dreams of becoming an actress and how she pursued so hard she brought it into reality.
We talk rejection, work ethic and passion.
Jacqui's love for her craft and professionalism is inspirational, and you'll want to live the life of your dreams after hearing her story.
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Secrets & Shame
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Trigger warning: Gun Violence, Murder, Adultery & Adoption are discussed in this episode.
Man, you need to strap in for a rollercoaster of lies, adultery and deception in this episode.
Trigger warning: adultery, adoption, murder and gun violence.
Katie's story will blow your mind and her gentle yet firm ideology surrounding truth and honesty will put a fire under your bum to live your life with more integrity and compassion.
After finding out as an adult her daddy was not her biological father, Katie and her...
Queer & Life.
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TRIGGER WARNING: sexuality, sexual assult, religious beliefs
Join Amy as she shares her Queer story.
From exploring her sexuality and coming out story, to marriage, babies and sex, we share all the intimate details of being Queer.
This story is for every woman, both hetero and Queer.
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Parental alienation & suicide.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Parental alienation, suicide, miscarriage, adultery, divorce, spiritual beliefs, addiction + recovery and mental illness.
🎙️ Join my guest Lisa as she shares her whole story from her divorce, losing access to her kids for 14 years, reconnecting with her son and losing him again and the life she has built for herself through grief, loss and love. This story is heartbreaking and will force you to take pause as we share all the vulnerable aspects of Lisa's life.
I am always so honoured and grateful to bring these stories to light...
Parental alienation & suicide.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Parental alienation, suicide, miscarriage, adultery, divorce, spiritual beliefs, addiction + recovery and mental illness.
🎙️ Join my guest Lisa as she shares her whole story from her divorce, losing access to her kids for 14 years, reconnecting with her son and losing him again and the life she has built for herself through grief, loss and love. This story is heartbreaking and will force you to take pause as we share all the vulnerable aspects of Lisa's life.
I am always so honoured and grateful to bring these stories to light...
Pregnant & widowed.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Death, widowhood, pregnancy & spirituality are discussed in this episode.
Join Cass as she shares her experience with being on top of the world, then losing her husband unexpectedly, while being pregnant.
Cass intimately shares her grief, beliefs and how she was able to create an incredible life honouring her late husband through her son.
This story is full of strength and love, and Cass is a powerhouse of a woman.
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Self Worth & Love
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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses childhood trauma, domestic violence & mental illnesses.
Join Tammin as we explore her experience with self worth, love and sabotaging behaviours that stem from childhood beliefs.
This is a story that will resonate with nearly every listener and is one that should not be missed.
Make sure you send us a message and let us know how this episode made you feel.
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...Abortion & Choice.
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TRIGGER WARNING: abortion, chronic illnesses, spouse death, mental illness.
Loz Antonenko is an absolute powerhouse. Not only does she run a huge inspirational business, and online platform but she is an incredibly resilient, genuine and beautiful person.
Join Loz as she shares her life coping with her spouse's death, unexpected pregnancy, and illness's. And how she has come out the other side.
You can feel the power that Loz encapuslates in her life through this episode.
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Breast Cancer & Beliefs.
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We know on average 1/7 women will experience breast cancer in their life time.
Join Hayley as she shares how her journey with breast cancer and double mastectomy affected her life, relationships and mental health.
And remember Check Your Breasts!
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Parental Alienation & Grief.
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TRIGGER WARNING: this episode discusses parental alienation, mental illness & court proceedings. If any of these things are triggering for you please do not liste, and seek support as necessary.
Join Erena as she shares her incredibly hard journey with the parental alienation of her youngest daughter.
Erena shares her fear of judgement from others and how she has built her life around the pain of missing her child.
This story shows that while not every parenting journey always goes how we expect, our greatest priority is always o...
Motherhood & Abuse.
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TRIGGER WARNING: Parental abuse; physical, sexual and mental. Parental and family bystanding. If you find any of these things triggering please do not listen to this episode.
If you're a mother, grandmother, step mother or anything alike, this episode will have you asking, how?
How could a mother..?
Join Brittni as she shares her life growing up experiencing abuse.
While her story has a sad start, the love and joy she experiences now gives hope to all women who feel like they might not make it...
Vietnam & Gratitude.
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Join my guest, Hue as she takes us along for the ride of her life!
From fleeing Vietnam in a boat, to making the most of every second of life, you'll be inspired by the struggles Hue & her family endured but how they have come out on the other side full of gratitude and peace.
Thank you Hue for sharing your incredible story with me.
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Childhood & SA.
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Trigger warning: this episode discusses molesation, rape, sexual & emotional abuse & mental health.
Listen to Tamika as she shares her experience that no child should have to go through.
This story is as sad as it is inspiring, with Tamika being able to bring such vulnerability and courage as she shares her story.
Thank you Tamika for being brave enough to share this part of you, and emboldening other women to be brave enough to share their story.
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Fertility & faith.
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Trigger warning; this episode discusses infertility, miscarriage, mental health & religion.
Tara always thought becoming a mother would be a breeze for her, after generations before her had conceived so easily.
Devastatingly this was not the case.
Join Tara as she takes us on emotional journey detailing her feelings of loss, inadequacy, comparison and love.
This story does start and end with such beautiful experiences, and really helps shine a light on experiences can be shared but not always in the same way.
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Bipolar & Suicide
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Trigger warning: suicide, postpartum depression, mental illness & bipolar.
Join my guest Tamika as she gives such depth explaining her journey through misdiagnosis of mental health, suicide & bipolar.
You will see Tamika's experience with such insight but also the balance she now gets to live with from a confirmed diagnosis and medications.
You will love this journey and feel inspired by this woman's incredible life.
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Two cervix & Two Virginities.
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Imagine the surprise you would feel losing your virginity for the first time again! Well that's exactly what happened to Michaela.
Join us as we discuss Michaela's not so rare experience (1 in 2000) with having two cervix's and uterus'; and how it affected her relationships, fertility and mental health.
She shares some incredible insight and advice that she would give to her younger self, and some we should all take.
If you have any questions that you would love to ask Michaela you can reach us @uncommonex on in...
Lesbians, induced lactation & suicide.
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*trigger warning: suicide is discussed in this episode.
Ever wonder;
How lesbians conceive?
Or if it's possible to induce lactation (stimulate breastmilk production)?
Or how to come back from the point where you feel you have no other option than ending it all?
Then this podcast is perfect to expand your beliefs & knowledge about a world different, or maybe similar to your own.
Join Synta as she shares her experience with induced lactation (as the non-birthing parent), artificial insemination and suicide.
This po...
OCD & Motherhood.
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Hear Ruby's detailed youth and how she grew up with a mum who lived with extreme Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
Ruby's insight will shed light on the disorder and the impact it has on the person and those involved. Ruby's mum has passed leaving her with questions, but you can hear how her memories and experiences have impacted the way she raises her children.
Thank you for sharing your story.
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Severe Postpartum Depression & Motherhood.
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❌ TRIGGER WARNING ‼️ Postpartum depression, medication
Experience a journey with Shona who intricately describes her experience with severe postnatal depression.
All mother's will relate to Shona's story in some way, and we hope that sharing her story will empower all women to seek help and support and realise they are not alone, nor is it weak to recognise that something is going on.
Worldwide, about 10% of pregnant women and 13% of new mothers experience a mental disorder.
If you are struggling you are not alone, and there is help...
The mission
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Join me as I discuss the name change, my mission with this podcast and why you need to come and share your story!
Listen now & let me know what you think!
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The Mother of Mental Loads
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Meet Mia as she discusses her journey with her son's ongoing health condition, her mental health and the impact of self care!
You can reach Mia @themotherofmentalloads on instagram.
Thank you Mia.
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Motherhood burnout
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Join me for a vunerable & personal journey about motherhood, burn out and why prioritising myself is so important to me!
I'd love to hear what you think so send me a DM @gymandtonicmovement!
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Passion & Career.
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As a mum it's so hard to find something that ignites your soul, that's just for you! So listen to Courtney's experience of being made redundant and how it inspired her to reconnect to her inner child and bring passion back into her life!
Thanks for the insight mama!
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How to meet you protein target!
Join me for a little 1:1 podcast where I discuss the importance of adding more protein into your diet and how to do this!
If you're struggling to reach your fatloss goals this is definitely one to listen to!
Thank you for joining me, you're the real MVP!!
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3 babies, 2 mums; 1 story.
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❌ Trigger warning ‼️ this episode discusses: near death experiences, IVF, premature births & religion.
Join Rachel as she shares her tale of becoming a mum in a same sex relationship, after a near fatal car crash, and finding her faith.
Hear how this mama challenged her existence to be the best mum she can be!
Thank you for sharing your story mama!
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Habits and how to undo them!
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Join me for a new episode on Stories of Springfield Mummies where I discuss how to change or remove old habits that are no longer serving you!
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Every review you leave help me reach more people and know what you want more of!
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Marriage & Quadriplegia.
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Hear Naomi's journey of falling in love with her now husband, who just so happens to be a quadriplegic, conceiving their daughter though IVF during covid and their incredible, one of a kind life, together!
Naomi and her husband Reece are a power couple with insane resilience, hope and positivity.
Thank you for sharing your life with us, Naomi.
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Female Genital Mutilation & Bravery.
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*warning Female Genital Mutilation, intercourse & culture discussed in the episode
Thank you to Zeniab for having the courage to share your story and experience with Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and being a refugee.
I am honoured that I have been chosen to share this in depth recount of her procedure, relocation to Australia and her incredible life that she has built for herself.
This podcast will leave you in tears, with goosebumps but mostly importantly be in awe of the strength and bravery Z has shown not o...
Ignite your New Year!
Welcome to the final podcast for 2023 where I cover three things that will change your life as we move into 2023!
If you are interested in working with me in the coming year apply now!
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I have limited availability to change mum's lives so don't miss out on finally loving yourself & your life not just for you but for your babies!
See ya in 2023!
Religion & Witchcraft.
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*Trigger warning; rape, sexual assault and self harm are briefly discussed in this episode*
Join Hana as she shares her journey from devout religious worship to full blown witch!
Hana's story will challenge your opinion and beliefs surrounding what you would typically consider witchcraft and being a witch, while also taking you on her journey away from God!
Thank you for sharing mama!
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VBAC- Vaginal Delivery After Cesarean
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Gain insight into Ashleigh's experience of a cesarean and a vaginal delivery after cesarean and how different her two labours were.
Who doesn't love a birth story!
Thanks from coming on mama and sharing your insight!
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Perimeopause & Womanhood.
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Hear Emma's story discovering she has perimenopause at a young age and the symptoms and her experiences dealing with her diagnosis.
Being your own advocate is Emmas biggest wish from this podcast and in sharing her story she hopes that other women who feel like they have just been dismissed, do push for a better result.
Thanks for sharing mama!
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Family & DV.
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*DV warning.
Listen to this mama share her experience growing up with a brother who is a recognised DV aggressor.
Each persons experience with DV is different, but DV is always serious. If you or someone you know is affected by DV please seek help. https://www.dvconnect.org/
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Mental Health & Support
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Trigger warning: Mental illness and psychological support.
Cass shares her story about her every day mental health toolbox and accessing mental health support before it's too late.
Normalising the stigma associated with mental health access is welcome and supported within our community.
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ADHD & self love
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Enjoy an eloquent experience with Sasha, as she introduces you to her world of growing up with ADHD, hearing loss & acceptance.
Learn about the affects these diagnosis' had on her life and her strategies to catapult herself into a thriving & successful adult life.
Thanks Sasha for this wonderful piece.
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Adopted.
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Meet Amy as she delves into her life experiences after being adopted at 8 months.
She shares her insight into struggles with mental health, identity crisis, meeting her biological family and finding the connection and love she was seeking with the birth of her daughter.
It is a privilege to share your story.
Thank you.
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