Show Notes
This episode is basically a support group for tired mums and ex-theatre kids 🎭
We catch up on toddler concerts, bedtime chaos, big feelings, back pain, phone addiction, Peppa Pig drama, and the never-ending battle of trying to parent while also staying emotionally regulated. We also talk about the state of Australian theatre, audition doubts, creative burnout, the privilege of having time to make art, and the weird way everyone helps pregnant women… then disappears once the baby arrives (this is crazy!!!!!)
This is one of those Life Lately chats that starts with mum chaos and somehow lands in a very real conversation about creativity, identity, support, and trying to keep a dream alive when life is already full.
Come for the toddler chaos, stay for the arts industry crisis. Love you dAlings 🩵
1:09 — Back spasms, chiro chaos, and tiny doctor energy
6:13 — Toddler dance concert, stage confidence, and proud mum tears
11:21 — Health anxiety, bedtime tricks, and the bucket saga
21:34 — Three-year-olds, big feelings, and parenting boundaries
26:30 — Peppa Pig slander, screen time, and toddler catchphrases
36:33 — Australian theatre is struggling and why it matters
41:18 — Acting doubts, auditions, and whether the dream changes
47:31 — Nepo babies, creative privilege, and having time to work
51:21 — New mums, invisible support, and the help that disappears
57:20 — Recs: one-day retreats, dry mouth spray, jewellery, and phone boundaries
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Recs/Homework:
The Self Retreat — A one-day retreat option for anyone who wants the full reset experience but cannot commit to three days.
Biotène dry mouth spray — A practical rec for dry mouth, especially if medication makes talking feel like a puffer sponge situation.
Melanie Amber jewellery — Waterproof, everyday jewellery that can survive showers, sleep, and real life.
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