Beyond The Chaos

Amy and Gen laugh their way through another fortnight of parenting mayhem and answer a few curly parenting questions along the way. Listener Megan has a 4 year old who only eats beige foods, while Chelsea is struggling with her 5 year old who always expects a present when they go shopping. If you find yourself saying 'NO' 5 million times a day, then this episode is for you. Ask your parenting ques...

In this episode Amy talks to hairdresser and friend Sara Jade Chondros about her horror journey with Endometriosis. While discussing Sara's various symptoms and proceedures, Amy begins to suspect that she too may have endo and decides to look into getting a check-up. Follow Sara on IG HERE and check out her Melbourne Salon HERE Contact Amy and check out all her stuff HERE Listen and subscribe to A...

This week Amy is dreaming of being a Burlesque dancer and wants to know every little thing! So she's chatting with one of Australia's most sought after Burlesque performers from Melbourne - Evana De Lune. Amy has lots of questions and gets the low down on just how to get those 'tittie tassels' moving in the right direction! Evana De Lune's ONLY FANS , find her everywhere HERE and book a workshop w...

In this hilarious episode Amy and Gen laugh at each other's parenting fails including smashing an iPad and losing the school raffle tickets. Plus they offer sound advice to listener Elle who has a question about if and when to punish her children. Ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG HERE and join the fun in the Facebook community HERE . Email your voicemail parenting que...

In this very special episode Amy reflects back to when she was struggling with her middle child, Bobby, as a toddler. Fast forward a few years and 6 Year old Bobby joins Amy for a chat (which results in cuteness overload), and together they give other parents of spirited children hope that it gets better. Tell Amy how it's going with your kids and contact her  HERE Listen and subscribe to Amy's ot...

This week Amy teams up with organisational guru and friend, Samantha Howard, from Simply Organised Sam . They talk about just how crazy difficult it is to have an organised house when you've got kids. There's the undies drawer,... the toys, the kids artwork, the toys, the pantry, the toys... and that massive tub of lighters and matches  Contact Sam HERE Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM...

Parent of three, Amy Gerard, and parenting educator, Gen Muir, are back with life experiences and advice to help you survive the crazy ol' world of parenting. This week they answer a question by listener Liv from New Zealand whose 3 year old daughter is struggling socially at pre-school. Gen and Amy have some sound advice. Oh and the conversation somehow veers to the topic of 'morning sex'.... but...

Happy New Year! 🍾 In this first episode for 2024, Amy and mate Lisa swap school holidays survival stories including 'what to do when your kids find your vibrators' and 'how to stop kids from singing B.I.N.G.O on road trips'. "...and Amy was her name-OH." Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Parent of three, Amy Gerard, and parenting educator, Gen Muir, are back with life experiences and advice to help you survive the ride that is parenting. This week they answer a question from listener Amanda about comparing kids height and how that can impact our kids self esteem.  Also, please, what ever you do,... don't disrespect the meatballs. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions...

In this episode the 'yin and yang' of parenting advice - parent educator Gen Muir and Mum of three Amy Gerard - join forces to help a listener whose son touches his penis all the time. Amy's 'fail of the week' involves crunchy-wee-sheets and Gen has taken up tennis just so she can get away with her girlfriends.  Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions and follow Beyond The Chaos on IG...

In this last podcast for the year, Amy reflects on 2023  - the good, the challenging and the downright ugly.  An emotional Amy shares how hard this year has been - juggling a flourishing career with being a mum and wife. She needs to reset priorities and take a well-earned break - but wants YOU to celebrate 🙌 all that you've achieved being a Mum this year 💪🏼 Follow Amy on everything HERE Produc...

In this week's episode Amy and Gen ask the question that every parent wants to know - 'Why can't we dress our kids in sports uniform EVERY SINGLE DAY?' Gen confesses she's not always patient (despite being a parent educator) and they help listener - Justine - with a question about age appropriate behaviours, and how to know if they're acceptable. Join the conversation, ask your parenting questions...

This episode was recorded on the South Coast of New South Wales where Amy is visiting her parents. Her Dad, aka BIG B, chats about the recent seachange, what he misses now he's downsized and what he most loves about Christmas. Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A few months ago ( S3 Episode 36 ) Amy unexpectedly ended up in tears remembering the time, as a young child, that the family home burnt down in a bushfire. In this moving and emotional episode she talks to her Mum, Mustang, about that terrible day and what came afterwards. Also, she gets a nudge from her parents to clean the freaking gutters! Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts...

In this week's episode Amy and Gen talk about Book Week fails and the pressure on modern parents. Gen not only shares the story of her own Book Week win as a kid, but she confesses that she's not on the school parent app and she Really. Doesn't. Care.  Amy's neighbour (and guardian angel) knows Amy's extra curriculum activities better than she does and they share advice for a mum who's 4 year old...

Model, DJ, actor and more - Brenton Parkes chats to Amy this week about his various ventures, that one time he sat in a vending machine, and his new YouTube series launching this week. By the end of the chat Amy and Brenton both decide that making people laugh and bringing happiness to the world is what they find most satisfying of all. Find Brenton on Instagram HERE, TikTok HERE and find his YouT...

Amys community you did NOT disappoint! In this week's episode Amy and mate Lisa recap the 'Rise and Wine' event from the weekend where over 150 incredible women joined them, from all over the country, to eat, drink and be generally fucking awesome. The bongos were loud, the side boobs were generous, and everyone (even Lisa) made it to the dance floor.   Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM...

In this episode Amy and Gen share their parenting fails (the sentence "don't worry the baby is NOT in the pram" is uttered), their parenting wins (Dino nuggets are not involved this week) and some very sound parenting tips. We hear how a deep hug can change the BIG emotions your toddler, teenager and even your husband might be having. Gen explains how to lean in when our kids 'mis-cue' and what th...

Amy and good mate Cate Dodd are back to answer your curly questions. Some of the answers include the colourful tangents you've come to expect - like details on Amy's "Yeti" arse hair and how she once masturbated at work, but the friends give good answers - eventually.   Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Amy chats to her friend and Mum of one, Jules Cachia about her tough journey getting an Autism diagnosis for her daughter Mila. Jules has tips for mums who have kids with special needs, and advice for parents who have an inkling something is 'not right' with their child. Find Jules HERE follow on Instagram HERE  and email here HERE . Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts...

Welcome to Beyond The Chaos, the brand new podcast from Obstetric Social Worker and Parent Educator - Gen Muir - and parent of three - Amy Gerard. Together they will be answering your toughest parenting questions with empathy, humour and a big dose of chaos while sharing their fails, their wins and those guilty mum moments. In this first episode Gen and Amy confess to forgetting to take their kids...

Starting on November 6, join parent educator and obstetric social worker - Gen Muir - and mum of three - Amy Gerard - as they tackle the challenges of parenthood and answer your questions on their new podcast - Beyond The Chaos. Listening to this podcast is guaranteed to reduce parent guilt, help with practical tips and show you that you're not alone - because parenting is by far the hardest and w...

This week sees Amy reflecting on her relationship with Rhian and how a few days away together is the perfect way to reconnect and remember why they love each other. Also, her dedication to dancing has gone next level. Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Amy talks to her friend Ash Vallis, who is a mum, business owner and who bravely had her breasts removed to avoid getting cancer. In this episode the pair share about their bad premenstrual behaviour, they remind us to check our boobs and, most importantly, encourage us to always keep dancing. Shop Summisummi follow on Instagram HERE and FB HERE Buy your raffle tickets HERE to support Th...

This one is a complete ride. Amy's cousin Ashton Powers is a physiotherapist and disability support worker by day and a stripper by night. He spills all the tea on what really goes down on Hen's Nights and why he thinks he's struck the perfect life balance. You can book Ashley HERE and follow him on IG HERE and HERE Follow Amy on everything HERE Produced by DM Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener...