About this episode

The hosts discuss hormonal changes, parenting experiences, and nostalgic memories related to childhood Book Fairs while seeking input on play date rules.

This week on the Bumpie Group Chat we dive into the hormonal rollercoaster of being a woman, from Sophie’s IUD removal to Jayde’s period disc recommendations. Our kids are taking us on a walk down memory lane to our old-school Book Fairs. Oh and we need your play date rules, come and share over in our Facebook group! Pearl has said “I love you!” so Soph is taking the win Bedtime battles The ‘head fluffery’ of play dates and sibling dynamics Apple Sleeves has a music video Sophie is off to Harry Styles! And the entire family are tagging along! Bringing your children into your world Sophie’s IUD has been out for a week and she gives us an update Jayde’s menstrual disc hot tip (learned the hard way) Scholastic Book Fair nostalgia This episode is proudly sponsored by iL Tutto and their new Boba Auri Teddy-Fleece Carrier. Grab yours here! And use code BUMP20 for 20% off full priced items at iltutto.com.au. Code valid until June 14 2026, excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. Links in the show notes. Beyond the Bump is hosted by Jayde Couldwell (@londonxboston) and Sophie Pearce (@svpearce) Come say hey over on Instagram @beyondthebump.podcast TikTok…

People in this episode

Hosts: Sophie Pearce, Jayde Couldwell

Topics covered

• hormonal changes
• parenting challenges
• play dates
• nostalgia
• menstrual health
• family activities

Keywords

• IUD removal
• menstrual disc
• play date rules
• Book Fair
• family activities
• parenting tips
• hormonal rollercoaster

Sponsors

iL Tutto

Mentioned in this episode

Products: Boba Auri Teddy-Fleece Carrier

Books & works: Scholastic Book Fair

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