Yeah the Mums Podcast

HORMONES ALL OVER THE SHOP?? ON THE BRINK OF BURNOUT?? This episode delves into pieces of the Women's Health Puzzle thanks to Doctor Ala Farah. As an Integrative Health Doctor, she took her experience and passion and turned it into a career that works for her. We chat on PCOS, hormones, health, burnout and Motherhood. Knowing that so many more stones can be unturned in this chat know that we covered what we could in the time we had! I think the pod will definitely see her return in the future if you want to know more!!! AND if you are feeling burnt out, have the 'baby blues' or just don't feel right, this episode is a reminder to seek help. Whether that is with Ala or someone else, don't let your health be pushed to the side. This episode was proudly brought to you by Squaties and their Seamless Underwear. Ready to wear under activewear OR anywhere. Get yours today at https://www.squaties.co.nz/?srsltid=AfmBOopFnfvcbSADnYG5YJa4k4CeDcV-rZglL4P1oriBH1s4wX2hI2zW

DOULA'ing in Aotearoa with 'Lily the Doula' Take time to deep dive into planning and prepping for birth in New Zealand from a different perspective. One that wraps around you like a warm hug... guiding you towards a path where you feel empowered in your decision making come your baby's birthday. Lily talks on when she meets with you to when she arrives on the day. What she can bring and do for you - before and after your midwife arrives. AND THEN she whips out a camera and helps tell the story of your most powerful moments. Snapping the memories and moments of yours and your baby's first meeting in a way that is so special, whether they are born screaming or still. It is a wholesome episode that shows you what more there is out there for your while on your pregnancy and birth journey and it was all brought to you by Sneekico. A brand sneaking in fruit and veg to your sweet treats, so you know that your kids (and you) can get in the extra 5+ a day! Get yours today at https://www.sneekico.co.nz/

BEATING THE PAST TO WIN HER FUTURE Erena Mikaere is young Mama and New Zealand Netballer. With her baby now full sized, grown to almost match her over 6ft height. She has been in this Mum Athlete arena longer than many. Overcoming the odds of an abusive relationship and someone telling her that "this is it for you" after she had her baby. Erena came back - in time - to be better than ever. Reaching milestones like a debut with the Silver Ferns and much more left in her tank to achieve. Get to know Motherhood from Erena's perspective and the unreal support of her family that help her to achieve this. She's a figher, she's honest in who she is and she lives to that everyday. When I grow up, I want to make sure that I know who I am just like she does... This episode is proudly brought to you by the Weleda Arnica Range, naturally recovering you and your muscles, to show up again and again and again. Shop the range here https://www.weleda.co.nz/natural-remedies?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=22861751955&gbraid=0AAAAADO1JYOdVgPCRCs9OfUR2EEE5-xyf&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4eHLBhCzARIsAJ2NZoLfqCFz0-QhsoYCk2ztiapIFh69v5othX4aruKzn2fMAw5mScdnpJIaAoIHEALw_wcB

FUELLING YOUR BODY WITH NUTRITIONAL BUILDING BLOCKS The main mission of Megs Wellness is Empower women through nutrition, mindset and movement! She is an Accredited Nutritionist with an extra interest in the Women's Health Industry. In this episode she chats about the building blocks of nutrition, being Protein, Fats and Carbohydrates. Going into why we need these and how we can get more of these into our diets day to day. While also helping us to understand our cycles and how nutrition can assist or be affected by this. This episode is relevant to EVERYONE not just Mamas so check it out for a greater understanding of the inner workings of your body and the fuel that you provide it. Thankfully, this episode was brought to you by Cup Full, with a freezer full of smoothies that help you to fill your cup up before you fill up everyone elses! Get yours today from https://www.cupfull.co.nz/ and use the code YEAHTHEMUMSPOD for a well deserved discount. PS: This is the LAST podcast episode for 2025 so we will see you in 2026 with 20 more episodes with some UNREAL guests lined up. See you then!

REST - RECOVERY - RUGBY LEAGUE Mya Hill-Moana is 23 year old MACHINE. Showing at a young age that she is capable of putting her body on the line and making big hits in whatever team she plays for . Whether that is for the NRLW Roosters, with a Championship win in 2021 or with the KiwiFerns or Maori Allstars and SOON to be Warriors Wahine. This impactful Mama is setting her sights on the ultimate comeback, into a team in which she has been sharing her experience in throughout her pregnancy and postpartum journey. Hear her story of being a young Mum, the commitment she has to her sport and her journey so far as a Mum Athlete. This episode is proudly brought to you by Mama and Bell, providing thoughtfully curated gift boxes for Mum and Bub, with a touch of luxury. Get yours today from https://www.mamaandbell.co.nz/ and use the code YEAHTHEMUMS for 15% off your purchase.

DOUBLE OLYMPIAN MEETS MOTHERHOOD From 2 years old Rebecca Petch was on a bike. Fast forward to today, she has achieved Olympian status in BMX in Tokyo before being shoulder tapped to transition into Track Cycling and came home from the Paris Olympics with a Team Sprint Silver Medal. In this episode we chat all about her sporting career and the decision making around starting a family. Her experience with pregnancy so far and her epic goals for the future. Jump on in to be inspired by Rebecca's adaptability and work rate as not only an athlete but as a person. This episode was proudly brought to you by Bear and Moo. The sustainable solution for all of your family's needs. Use our discount code YEAHTHEMUMS for 10% off your next order or jump onto their website for wonderful baby shower gift options! https://bear-moo.myshopify.com/?ref=drcbhejk

MARATHON MAMA Camille French, formerly Camille Buscomb had her sights set on a postpartum comeback of mammoth proportions. Knowing after her 5k and 10k races in Tokyo, that she wanted to start her family, she also set a goal of going to the Olympics in Paris for the Marathon. This Mama experienced what many Mama's do, the SLOG to exercise after a sudden change of pace once the baby arrives and riding on the excuses of sleep deprivation and overall fatigue. All of this preventing her from being her best physical self. With an EPIC support team to help guide her to remember her own potential, she set out to training. From there, the mentality was overcome and she was pumping out kilometers faster than what I am sure most of us could even IMAGINE running prior to having kids. Cue a successful trip to Spain and she was on her way to being an Olympian all over again! Jump into this episode to see how this Marathon Mama made her dreams come true... and what she has planned next with baby number 2 along for the ride. This episode was proudly brought to you by Weleda and their Weleda Baby Range. Their Calendula Nappy Change Cream and Shampoo and Body Wash are staples in my house. They regularly have sales on these products and along with their website, they are available in many stores throughout New Zealand. Get your natural baby skincare today from https://www.weleda.co.nz/mother--baby?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=796110894&gbraid=0AAAAADO1JYN1-hJqWSFpQICjlzrHtzjDn&gclid=CjwKCAjwravBBhBjEiwAIr30VNM5AzXpehYfCGkMlHcJoBHLokLubHURR4ZkeNvLto8I4I8c8mhCHRoCj18QAvD_BwE

RUGBY PLAYER TURNED INTERNATIONAL REFEREE When one chapter closes, this Mum opened another in a whole new province that ended opening up opportunities she took with open arms. Tiana Ngawati-Anderson is one determined Mama. Carving her way through the refereeing landscape being true to herself and her way of doing things, she found strength in the unthinkable then smashed her own glass ceiling. Now carving up on the World 7's Series, she is unearthing more of what she is capable of. Her humble beginnings in club rugby in Auckland led her (through opportunities for her strength and conditioning coach husband) to BOP where she picked up the whistle, because committing to team trainings was time consuming in the eyes of motherhood. Refereeing means that this Mama can put her work rate to the test in her own time and has proven to be beneficial in achieving her wildest dreams. Jump in and enjoy a longer chat with me and my refereeing pal. As always, I cannot do these episodes without my sidekick sponsors! Check out CupFull, this weeks epic sponsor who are aiming to fill Mum's cups so that they can fill everyone elses (10 pre-prepared smoothies at a time!!). To find out more or to order your own box head to www.cupfull.co.nz and use the code YEAHTHEMUMSPOD for 20% off your first box.

NZ's most talented Mama: With an impressive list of sporting achievements, Ngawai Hawera is Yeah the Mums Mama of the Moment. With beginnings as a Magic Training Partner in Netball, to an ANZ Debut for the Southern Steel... AND a Waikato Rugby player, Brumbies player, Japan Sevens contracted player as well as moving into NZ Touch and Crossfitting at an Elite level. What can this woman not achieve?! However, all of these sports come at a cost and mentally there were MANY challenges along the way, whether this was being away from her support system or bouts of Postnatal Depression. Overcoming these experiences took courage and heart and have led her to be the woman she is today. If you or anyone you know needs help, please reach out to the appropriate support systems in your area and within your 'team'. Jump into this episode and be prepared to be INSPIRED!! I was and I continue to be in awe of all Ngawai works for and achieves. So lets jump in! This episode was proudly brought to you by BEAR AND MOO! Your home of reusable, sustainable solutions for your family, use our code YEAHTHEMUMS for 10% off your next order https://bearandmoo.co.nz/?ref=drcbhejk

SLEEP CONSULTANT WITHOUT THE STRESS?! Say no more! Jacqueline from Restful Sleepers has jumped into a chat about all things SLEEP! With everything from wake windows, naps and schedules, to going with the flow, working with you and understanding the transitions your child will go through from the age 4 months to 5 years. With an incredible amount of knowledge, Jacqui was able to debunk that every sleep consultant is just there to help your baby to 'cry it out', NEWSFLASH this is not the case. And while there may be some tears in different moments, there are many ways a sleep consultant can individualise and optimise your little ones sleep. She may even help you with your own like she has helped me! Find Jacqui here at https://www.restfulsleepers.co.nz/ where you can book your consultation today OR grab some of her free resources, to help your family get the Restful Sleep you crave! This episode was brought to you by Bear and Moo, your home of sustainable solutions for your family. From cloth nappies to reusable pads, kids togs, toys and lunch boxes OR books ready for your new bed time routine. Use the code YEAHTHEMUMS today for 10% off your next order at https://bearandmoo.co.nz/?ref=drcbhejk

NZ ICE HOCKEY PLAYER MEETS POSTPARTUM PERFORMANCE Anjali Mulari, Ice Ferns Assistant Captain aiming for a Div 2b World Champs victory from April 14 2025 in Dunedin, New Zealand. Listen here for her experience in finding Ice Hockey in New Zealand, how her fertility journey went with Endometriosis and her pregnancy and postpartum periods as a Mum of 2 and athlete. With a traumatic first birth, this one is an interesting listen. Mum strength knows no bounds! For more information on the Division 2b World Championships hit the link below https://www.iihf.com/en/events/2025/wwiib This episode was proudly brought to you by Bear and Moo, providing reusable, sustainable solutions for your family. Click the link to shop and dont forget to use the code: YEAHTHEMUMS for 10% off your order https://bearandmoo.co.nz/?ref=drcbhejk

YEAH THE MUMS: DAD James is a Dad to Cami, Husband to Ex BlackFern Chelsea Semple and NZ Sevens Assistant Rugby Coach. James talks about his journey to the 'Black Jersey', how he as a coach, facilitates Mum Athletes to perform and how sport and Dad life grow him as a person. An episode not to be missed! This episode is proudly brought to you by Topsy Turvy and their Multi-use Arch. Let your child run wild and get yours today from https://topsyturvy.co.nz/ and use our code: YEAHTHEMUMSNZ for 15% off any arch or ladder.

MULTI-INTERNATIONAL MOTHER In this episode I talk to Honey Hireme-Smiler. Honey has played Internationally for New Zealand in Rugby League, Rugby 7s and Rugby Union. With MANY knowing her as Honey Bill. Her talent expands through black jerseys but also carries with that legacy, the title of Mother. As a Single Mum, Honey achieved a lot on-field but also dealt with things like Mum Guilt, the notorious life juggle and other challenges just like every other Mum. So join me as we hear from Honey 'the MUM'. This episode is PROUDLY brought to you by The Refinery Room, your home of the innovative TESLAformer and TESLAchair. Check out https://www.refineryroom.co.nz/ for more information!