Welcome to the Postpartum like a boss podcast

Postpartum like a boss is a podcast by Accredited Social Worker and mother of two Gemma Smith, in unfiltered conversation with parents about the inevitable highs, lows and genuine WTF moments of the transition to parenthood.

I’m your host, Gemma Smith and some of the hats I wear (but actually don’t because..mum bun…) include:

  • Principal of Together Pregnancy and Postpartum Pty Ltd
  • Accredited Social Worker
  • Mother of two under six
  • Former HR professional

Qualifications I have, (which, ironically, I mainly did for the hats) include:

  • Master of Social Work (MSW)
  • Bachelor of Creative Arts
  • Diploma of Business Management
  • Diploma of Yoga Teaching
  • Newborn Mothers postpartum professional course

My long story short is: I lived a fast life, constantly pushing myself well beyond my limits while striving for success (and adrenal fatigue apparently!). Then, I had my first baby and the rest is complicated, messy, profound and joyful history, which has led me to this work, and to create this podcast.

I am lucky enough to record this podcast where I call home, on Quandamooka country (bayside Brisbane), and acknowledge the longstanding traditions of storytelling and rich oral history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. 

Accessibility: As this is a self-funded podcast transcripts of any episode are not listed on the website but are available upon request to gemma@togetherpnp.com.au.

Postpartum like a boss was created because a vital element of achieving a positive postpartum is connection to others – and what better way to connect than through sharing our stories?

 

Postpartum like a boss is for you if you: 

  • are thinking about, or actively trying for a baby 
  • are pregnant and or/ a partner support person
  • have recently given birth or become a parent
  • are returning to work or have young children 
  • are a birth-worker, friend or family member supporting others from pregnancy to postpartum 
  • are someone who doesn’t mind a good laugh and a good cry at the same time…

Here’s what listeners are saying is the best thing about Postpartum like a boss…

 

“The fact that it feels real and not pretentious”
Survey respondent - October 2024

“Learning from experts in the field and from mothers’ experience, plus getting actionable steps for challenges I face”
Survey respondent - October 2024

“Love the perspectives and articulation of what I know”
Survey respondent - October 2024

“I don’t feel so alone on this journey”
Survey respondent - October 2024

Listen below or, listen on your favourite app: iTunes (Apple Podcasts) | Spotify 

42 | Work. Mama. Life – With @dr.aliyoung

42 | Work. Mama. Life – With @dr.aliyoung

42 | Work. Mama. Life - With @dr.aliyoung RELEASED FEB 3, 2023 In this episode we are joined by the talented @dr.aliyoung. Ali is a mother of two who has been a practicing Chiropractor for 20 years and is the author of the book 'Work. Mama. Life'. Dr Ali's passion is...

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40 | Exploring boundary setting – With Gemma Smith

40 | Exploring boundary setting – With Gemma Smith

40 | Exploring boundary setting - with Gemma Smith RELEASED DEC 21, 2022 In our final snapshot episode of 2022, I take some time to explore the concept of boundary setting. Boundaries are particularly relevant during the perinatal period and, very often, during the...

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37 | Motherhood in the media – With @samanthaheathwood

37 | Motherhood in the media – With @samanthaheathwood

37 | Motherhood in the media - With @samanthaheathwood RELEASED NOV 9, 2022 In this episode we are joined by Seven Network Journalist, newsreader, event speaker/MC, ambassador for @beyonddv and mother of two Samanatha Heathwood.  Samantha openly shares about her...

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36 | Exploring gender disappointment – with Gemma Smith

36 | Exploring gender disappointment – with Gemma Smith

36 | Exploring gender disappointment - with Gemma Smith RELEASED OCT 19, 2022 In our sixth snapshot episode, I take some time to unpack the concept of 'gender disappointment'. Not widely/ publicly spoken about until more recent years, gender disappointment is fast...

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Trigger warnings
Postpartum like a boss episodes cover topics associated with pregnancy, birth and postpartum. It is therefore likely that episodes will cover topics that may trigger some listeners such as, but not limited to; fertility issues, IVF, pregnancy loss, late term or infant loss, traumatic birth experiences, gender disappointment, relationship breakdowns and postpartum depression/ anxiety/ psychosis. Every effort will be made to have appropriate trigger warnings in the show notes of each episode.

Disclaimer
Our aim is to deliver an engaging and entertaining Podcast. Any opinion expressed or information provided never replaces qualified medical care and advice. We are not general medical practitioners. Do not act on any information without first seeking professional medical advice. Please review my full disclaimer* prior to listening to Postpartum like a boss episodes.

I acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as the Traditional Custodians of this country on which they never ceded sovereignty. I recognise their deep and continuing connection to the land and waters, particularly in relation to birthing practices, which have existed here since time immemorial. I pay my respects to Elders past, present and emerging.

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