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

Patty's please welcome Dr Hailey, she is a pediatrician, and we requested she share with us her two positive c-section experiences. Hailey's first pregnancy involved her baby being breech (feet first) ; she talks us through the decision to decline an ECV (procedure to try flip bub) and being very happy to have a c-section in the public setting. Her second pregnancy, Hailey elected to have a c-section in the private system, describing  "it as the best day and experience of my life!" Hailey, Chloe & Clare talk openly about the struggles of being a medical professional and carrying work trauma i...

Demi: Trad Wife Life episode—a heartwarming conversation that invites you into the slower, mindful, intentional rhythms of full-time homemaking, farm living, wholesome cooking and thriving in home schooling little ones. Join Demi, a former psychology professional turned stay at home Mumma and wife, where she shares her journey from modern living, to finding and embracing a faith-filled, purpose-driven lifestyle rooted in working within the home, tradition and simplicity. Demi shares the joys of life on the farm with lots of animals for her children to care for (her sweet little girl Winnie even makes an appearance on her fa...

Welcome to season 4! This episode is a mix of life updates from Chloe, talking all things pregnancy and how she is feeling, and Mum life juggles from Clare. She honestly opens up about how boring it can be playing with your kids sometimes, especially when they are little and have repetitive play. But amongst the chaos of our lives we have a deep dive into the use of trigger warnings on social media, and how to best break bad news. Chloe gives a great detailed perspective on navigating pregnancy announcements in the fertility world and how front loading information...

Season 3 final! In this insightful episode, we sit down with Abby, the current Director of Education & Training at the ACE programme- an early support programme for children on the autism spectrum, delivered in early childhood services. Abby is a certified ESDM Trainer, with a Bachelor of Psychological Science, and Graduate Diploma of Early Childhood Teaching. Clare and Chloe chat to Abby about recognizing early signs of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), to navigating the diagnosis process. Abby shares valuable tips on identifying early indicators, understanding available support services, and accessing funding for children with special needs. We also discuss strategies...

In this Ep we chat to the amazingly talented Shelby Brooks from Restore Tattooing, where she gives as all the details on Medical and Cosmetic tattooing. Shelby's first qualifications were Lip, brow and eyeliner tattoo, however she quickly upskilled, and now also specialises in areola (nipple) tattoos for women who have suffered breast cancer, and have either had a double or single mastectomy. The results are so realistic she keeps getting shadow banned on insta! Shelby loves being able to boost someone's confidence and self esteem, and she offers scar camouflage for surgical scars, self harm or stretch marks. Shelby...

Episode 28 | Lisa Coker: Reclaiming Women’s Wisdom Through the Womb:

In this deeply nurturing episode, we sit down with Lisa Coker—healer, womb and Hara massage therapist, pelvic steam facilitator, and devoted educator of female anatomy and cyclical wisdom. But first, Clare surprises Chloe live on air with her beautiful engagement story, with George asking 'Mummy do you want my name?" and little Emma declaring her love for the 'shiny' ring- hi fiance!  Congratulations Clare and Gregg! Next, Chloe, Clare and Lisa,explore the sacred art of womancraft, from female hormones, and the experience of depletion, to honou...

In ep 27, we chat to the renowned and fascinating Jenny Blume, who has been an expert in astrology for 35 years, and feng shui for 15; writing weekly columns for titles such as Women’s Day, New Idea and Practical Parenting Magazine. We dive into all things cosmic, energetic and harmony. Chloe actually had her own reading and space clearing in May 2024, stemming from her fertility struggles. Listening back to the recording in Jan 2025, every big event/timing Jenny predicted came true! Even this podcast which had not even begun at that point.

Jenny shares how understanding your own ast...

Episode 26 is an insightful, educational, and emotional conversation with Jade’s warrior hypermesis gravidarum (HG) experience during her first pregnancy. Jade talks us through how she was extremely sick from her pregnancy before her period was even due- having to be admitted via ED to the maternity ward at 3 weeks pregnant. Originally it was suspected Jade was having twin girls due to her extreme hg, however it was a single boy in there! This debilating sickness, had Jade spent 120 days in hospital for fluid and medication management, where Jade often could not keep down water, or food..losing 20kgs duri...

"Where is the Dad guilt?" This episode is all about breaking down the mental loads that women often carry. The societal pressures placed unfairly on women to do it all, and how we can talk to our partners to help build better relationships. So often Mum and women are expected to organise the family, buy the gifts, book the doctors appointments, set the reminders for every social event, do the chores, cook the dinner and also carry the emotional regulation for everyone in the house. What about me?! Does anyone look after me? This invisible load placed on women...

In this deeply personal and empowering episode, Alison opens up about her journey to becoming a solo Mum by choice. Navigating the complexities of donor sperm and solo IVF, she reflects on what it’s like to find yourself single in your late 30’s, making the courageous decision to build a family on your own. Alison shares her experience of pregnancy in her 40s, including the challenges of gestational diabetes, and the emotional and physical resilience she discovered along the way. Alison said this journey was the best decision she ever made, and absolutely loves being a solo stay at h...

This week Clare talks about her scary experience of contracting Meningococcal Meningitis, and how as a healthy 23 year old working out at the gym, then found herself 24hrs later in ICU fighting for her life- her family being told she only had a 10% survival rate. Clare's care slipped through the cracks; we discuss just how hard it is to recognise sepsis and how far we have come since Clare was sick. Clare is a passionate medical educator, and used this experience to further spread knowledge toward recognition, resus and treatment of sepsis. Clare opens up about her PTSD and survi...

In this diverse episode, we dive into a journey of women’s life milestones and reflections.. with out beautiful guest Robyn who is in her 60’s. From choosing—or being led by circumstances—toward a life without children, to the joy of watching her nieces and nephews grow, this episode explores the paths that shape our lives. We’ll reflect on her 20’s, which were led by career passions (we must say Robyn was an absolute stunning model!) and the freedom of travel. To navigating a first marriage at age 34, where Robyn’s husband did not want children,  ending in divorce in he...

Chloe is pregnant! WOW starting season 3 off with a bump! We are both so excited to share this miracle news with all the Patty's. We hope that Chloe's long complex journey to falling pregnant with her successful IVF Bub, will be a beacon of light and positivity for those still deep in the trenches. However, we appreciate that for those still TTC, this might not be the episode you need this week, and we understand. Chloe's been suffering with 'all day' sickness and her anxiety has been very heightened throughout the first trimester. She openly shares how that has...

In Episode 20, we dive deep into the heartfelt and inspiring story of Courtney, a 28-year-old mother of five young children, all under the age of six! Despite being diagnosed with stage 4 endometriosis and told she may never conceive; Courtney went onto an extraordinary and very fertile motherhood journey. With six pregnancies, including one early emotional loss, her five beautiful children, include Reagan 6 (oldest and only boy to their clan) Freya 4, Daisy 3, Lola 2, and Sadie 8 months. In this episode, she shares her deeply personal experiences, from the trauma of her first birth (which comes with a trigger warning) where she...

Ever dreamed of being paid to travel around the world? Enter Karin from SV Delos, along with her husband Brian and daughter Sierra, for the last 13 years they have been sailing and traveling around the world on their yacht Delos. Karin talks us through the decision to have a child, taking control of her own fertility and for the first time in her life really understanding her cycle. Karin was lucky to have a very straight forward pregnancy and speaks about how easy it was even whilst island hopping to get ultrasounds and prenatal checks. It wasn't until getting...

Welcome to episode 18. In this deeply inspiring and honest conversation, Tanya opens up about her five-year fertility journey, sharing her personal experience of natural conception after 40, after years of unsuccessful assisted reproduction. She discusses her personal growth journey through these physically, mentally and emotionally challenging times, including developing strong spiritual beliefs, discovering the role of spirit babies, trusting her intuition, as well as the universe’s timing. Tanya also touches on the impact of life coaching, manifestation, and living life to the fullest during these conception years…where she dove into extensive travel, and completed a half marathon, not know...

Welcome to part two of Clare's positive VBAC story. We carry on from Clare labouring at home, where she found the TENs machine a great pain reliever. Clare explains how her contractions  were very manageable this time, compared to her posterior labour that she had in her first pregnancy with George. Clare speaks again on the preparation she did to keep Bub in the 'optimal position for birth'. After only 2.5hrs of active labour, Clare presented to hospital, where she was 7cm dilated! She utilised the birth pool, medical gas and TENs machine for pain relief, however, opted for a...

After so much interest from Kat’s episode 16 this week, here is a special bite size bonus solo ep from Kat the baby witch. Kat provides further in detail description into the fascinating world of witchcraft, exploring its good practices, meanings, and the powerful energies at play. She discusses the core principles of witchcraft, highlighting the positive and transformative aspects of this ancient tradition. Tune in as she explores what really happens at circles and covens, and how astrology and manifestation practices intersect with magical workings. This monologue offers an insightful look at the ways witchcraft can shape our li...

In this episode, Kat, a self-proclaimed "baby witch," takes us through her transformative journey of spiritual discovery, embracing her authentic self, and exploring manifestation. She shares her experience with women’s circles and covens, including her bi-weekly sessions with a group of powerful ‘witch women,’ and how she found this supportive community. Kat discusses her personal witchy practices with Clare and Chloe, as well as navigating skepticism from friends and society. The conversation then shifts to Kat’s experience with breast implant illness, where years of debilitating symptoms like neck pain, brain fog, anxiety, and fatigue led her to ma...

Part 1 of Clare's amazing Vaginal Birth After Caesarean (VBAC). In this episode Clare and Chloe discuss the importance of birth preparation in having a successful VBAC, and how picking your birth team is so important. They also chat about the difficulties of navigating subsequent pregnancy's when you now have a toddler to look after. Clare was fortunate to get into MGP and have her friend Courtney as her midwife. Courtney and Dani (student midwife) were so positive and empowering to Clare throughout her whole pregnancy, supporting her that she would get her VBAC! Even whilst navigating gestational diabetes, the la...

Welcome to sesson 2, episode 2.
In this deeply personal episode with Sarah, Clare and Chloe dive into Sarah’s journey of navigating the decision to undergo an elective double mastectomy. Sarah shares her story of confronting a hereditary breast cancer risk, (after sadly loosing her Mum from breast cancer when Sarah was only 8 years of age) building the mental strength to make such a life-altering decision, and the realities of post-operative recovery. Sarah shares with us how training and completing a marathon, helped her mindset during this recovery!

Sarah also opens up about her and her husband Da...

Welcome to season 2 ep 1! In this raw and inspiring episode, Dani shares her personal journey of her high-risk pregnancy, including PPROM at 23 weeks, hospital stays, a month of bed rest, and the challenges of delivering baby Savannah at just 31 weeks due to HELLP syndrome. Dani opens up about her emergency c section, eclampsia, and NICU experience, and the emotional and physical toll it took on her and her supportive husband Alex.

As a new Mum, she navigated the complexities of returning home whilst her baby was still in the hospital, daily visitis and pumping in NICU, to...

Welcome to season 1 finale, a very special Christmas Bonus episode of our podcast, where Clare and Chloe reflect on the journey so far! As we wrap up an incredible and rewarding first season, we’re sharing a little more about ourselves, our 'why', and what makes our friendship and podcast unique. Ever wondered why we started this podcast? We talk about the inspiration behind creating this space, our desire to connect with listeners, and the topics that drive our conversations. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at what keeps us motivated and excited for every episode. We express our heartfelt grat...

This is a beautifully honest conversation about Alison's journey to Motherhood. After meeting her husband later in life, the odds were stacked against them due to advanced maternal age. Her GP quickly recommended fertility specialists to aid their pregnancy journey. Alison talks openly about the soul consuming world of IVF and her 5 unsuccessful cycles and two early pregnancy losses. At age 44 they decided that enough was enough and would cease all fertility treatments. One month after stopping IVF, and a very boozy silly season, Alison took a pregnancy test at work on a hunch and it was positive! The b...

Welcome to episode 9 : Holistic Skin Care with the amazing Phoebe.

In this episode, we sit down with Phoebe, a passionate and knowledgeable dermal clinician, whom holds a Bachelor in Health Science (aesthetics) as well as being a member of the Australian Society of Dermal Clinicians. We discuss a holistic approach to achieving optimum skin health through the ages; starting at teen years and beyond. Safe and effective treatments for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, inflammatory, immune and hormonal skin conditions; such as acne, melasma, rosacea, perioral dermatitis (Clare experienced this during pregnancy) and psoriasis are explored. Phoebe shares expert...

In this episode, we’re joined by Rachel, a nurse and mother of two boys, Harvey and Owen. Rach shares the unexpected journey she took after Harvey’s Grade one teacher raised concerns with Rach and her husband regarding Harvey exhibiting potential ADHD traits. Initially taken aback, Rach took it upon herself to dive deep into ADHD research, eventually pursuing a professional assessment and diagnosis for Harvey six months later. At that time, Harvey had fallen into the bottom 4% of his class, however remained a happy, confident little boy. It wasn’t until his teacher mentioned that children typically start...

Welcome to episode 7 where Chloe and Clare dive into the extraordinary life of Courtney, a woman whose journey could easily fill the pages of a book (she’s a big book lover too!). We start with Courtney’s 20 year plus nursing career, where her love for a challenge, learning and adventure has taken her from the hospital to the frontlines of global healthcare; volunteering with organizations like Operation Smile and deadly ears. Along the way, she has navigated a life of extensive travel, professional and personal growth with her Navy husband Dan and two beautiful children, as well as the mut...

Welcome to Clare's first pregnancy, birth and postpartum experience with her son George. Clare is passionate about sharing positive birth experiences, that support Mum's to feel educated and supported. *Mention of postpartum anxiety and cancer grief.

Clare and her partner Gregg attended a hypnobirthing course and from this became obsessed with listening to Australian Birth Stories and watching One Born Every Minute. Clare experienced a healthy, full term pregnancy, despite experiencing the rare condition circumvallate placenta.

When labour began at home, Clare loved utilising her Tens machine, however the pain levels of a posterior labour pr...

Welcome to episode 5-  Where Clare, Chloe and our amazing guest Amelia, discuss all things pelvic floor. Amelia holds a Bachelor of physiotherapy, with special interest in pelvic health, and is currently undertaking a masters of psychosexual therapy (which some call sexology). 

This episode is an educational, insightful, helpful and as always a few giggles conversation, where there is something relatable for everyone amongst out discussion! 

We discuss:
-Persistent pelvic pain
-Endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS
-High tone pelvic floor
-Sexual function
-Urinary leakage
-Bladder function
-Bowel movements
-Pregnancy pelvic...

Welcome to another infertility episode, where Chloe, Clare and our lovely guest Lauren, discuss a different side to infertility - one where Lauren would love her period to return!  Lauren sheds light on her struggles with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS), which has resulted in years of absent periods (amenorrhoea). 

Lauren has worked very closely with her fabulous GP to gain a stronger understanding of her own physical health and PCOS diagnosis, where they discovered she was also suffering with high testosterone, high cortisol, high cholesterol, adrenal fatigue and was classified as 'pre' diabetic due to insulin resistance issu...

Welcome to episode 3 of season 1. Hosts Clare Patricia and Chloe Patricia, have their first guest on the podcast. Lovely Else is Mum of 3 beautiful little boys, and business owner of Jeune Label for boys. Else started her boys clothing line during mat leave after leaving a job in the health care sector, where the label has now featured in British Vogue and the Today Show. Clare, Chloe and Else discuss taking the leap of faith to leave a secure government job to pursue your own business, all whilst juggling 3 busy little boys, a family business and a husband!  *Trigger warn...

Welcome to part two part of the first episode to this season's launch. Hosts Clare Patricia and Chloe Patricia continue their discussion on infertility with Chloe's several years long fertility journey. They unpack fertility treatments and loss, the physical, mental and emotional grief and toll that comes with it. We hope this open and vulnerable conversation on such a common, yet multi-faceted and challenging life journey can provide awareness, education and make others feel less alone. We believe there needs to be more open dialogue on this topic, and hope other women will feel seen. We discuss a range...

Welcome to the first Love Patty Podcast episode...part one of a two part series to this season's launch. Hosts Clare Patricia and Chloe Patricia discuss periods, endometriosis, Chloe's several years long fertility journey, unpack fertility treatments, male factor infertility, and the physical, mental and emotional grief and toll that comes with it. We hope this open and vulnerable conversation on such a common, yet multi-faceted and challenging life journey can provide awareness, education and make others feel less alone. We believe there needs to be more open dialogue on this topic, and hope other women will feel seen...