House of Coffee and Chaos Podcast

Tara transformed her frustrations of indoor play centres as a parent into CUTO Kids Cafe, a clean, calm, family-friendly space in Southwest Sydney. Within 11 months, she redefined kids' play areas by prioritizing safety and quality. Despite challenges like lease negotiations and costly fit-outs, Tara's resilience and attention to detail turned her vision into reality. This episode explores her jou...

⚠️ Trigger Warning:  This episode discusses child abuse prevention, grooming behaviours, consent and child safety. While the conversation is focused on education and empowering parents, some listeners may find the topics distressing. If you've ever found yourself wondering,  "Am I doing enough to keep my kids safe?"  — this episode is one every parent needs to hear. We sit down with...

Navigating parenthood can feel isolating, especially when you’re exhausted and overwhelmed. But what if you had a community to lean on? That’s exactly why Eleisha created Parent Thread—a space for parents to connect and share their experiences. With programs like Bloom and Connect, new mums and dads can meet others in the same stage of life, building friendships before the baby arrives. It’s all a...

What even  is  gentle parenting anymore… and are we accidentally raising kids who can’t cope with real life? 👀☕️ This week on House of Coffee & Chaos, we chat with child and adolescent clinical psychologist Emily Hanlon — aka  The Playful Psychologist  — about the parenting conversations EVERYONE is having right now. From emotional regulation and neurodiversity to resilience, screen time and...

In this episode, Flick & Kat unpack the absolute chaos of juggling family life through five moves, endless Airbnbs, rental meltdowns, broken furniture, surprise nits and all the “are we actually coping?” moments in between. But somewhere amongst the paint rollers, purple hair dye disasters and roadside chaos, they realised something important: home isn’t about perfection - it’s about finding c...

In this episode of  House of Coffee & Chaos , we’re talking about  matrescence —the huge, identity-shifting transition into motherhood that somehow still isn’t even in the dictionary. We’re joined by psychologist Christina Bond, who unpacks this often-overlooked phase, first coined in the 1970s by Dana Raphael to describe the emotional, physical and psychological transformation of “becoming” a...

In this episode, we chat with paediatric sleep consultant (and mum of three) Jacqueline for a real, no-fluff conversation about kids’ sleep and why it can feel so damn hard. We unpack the most common struggles parents face, bust some of the biggest myths around sleep training, and talk about what actually works in real life — not just what looks good online. Jacqueline shares simple, practical way...

Unlock fertility before conception even begins with Connie Taylor, a women’s fertility, pregnancy & health dietitian with 16+ years of experience, as she cuts through the noise and shares what actually works. In this episode, we dive into how targeted womb nutrition, reducing inflammation, and simple food-first changes can boost egg and sperm quality—without the overwhelm of fad supplements or...

Is High-Functioning Anxiety Running Your Life?” – Rachel Stegman, LMFT & Anxiety Specialist on breaking the cycle Struggling to keep it together as a busy mum? You’re not alone—and you may be unknowingly coping with high-functioning anxiety that’s invisibly draining your energy and joy, driving overwhelm, burnout, and constant mental load. Rachel Stegman, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapi...

Join Bec in part two of our poddy as she takes you on an emotional and lively journey as a SMBC, where finding your tribe turns isolation into empowerment. With a dash of humor and a heap of heart, Bec spills the beans on building a support network that rocks, from local mum groups to online communities buzzing with life. She shares her family's heartfelt reactions and involvement, the rollerc...

We met Beautiful Bec this week who shares her empowering journey as a solo mum by choice, detailing the process of selecting a donor, the emotional and financial challenges, and the rewarding experience of creating a family on her own terms. This episode offers practical insights into the costs, legalities, and emotional preparation involved in solo motherhood, making it an invaluable resource for...

Ready to reclaim your postpartum power while juggling bedtime stories and building your dream business? In this episode, Sophie Moschos shares her top tips and honest insights on embracing your body’s changes with grace and grit, all while navigating the beautiful chaos of entrepreneurship and motherhood. When flexibility wasn’t on the table, she built her own. When the traditional path didn’t fit...

Lauren Barretta is a creative entrepreneur and dedicated mum whose authenticity and wisdom are revolutionizing how new mothers perceive themselves. In this episode, Lauren dives into the transformative power of embracing your true self amidst the whirlwind of motherhood. She challenges the notion of "losing your pink" — the idea of sacrificing your identity and vibrancy as you navigate p...

In this empowering episode, Bree, a mother of five and founder of the Hot Mum Club & @the.solhaaus , shares her journey from burnout to empowerment, revealing how small, intentional shifts can transform chaos into confidence. She debunks the myth of "bouncing back" after baby and offers practical tips on integrating self-care into busy mornings. Bree emphasises viewing motherhood thr...

Not one but TWO announcements which Flick wholly believes may be a 'mum-life crisis' moment! Drop a 🥴 if you’ve ever done something completely unhinged during a stressful moment. So, what's your most  unhinged  parenting/mumland moment? Tell me in the comments or DM — We need to know we're not alone! Ground yourself with humor and a little chaos, and remember: we’re all just wingi...

In part one last week, we sat down with Tom, a dad of two who covered a huge range of topics around his approach to fatherhood. Now for Part Two: ⏰ Are you struggling to find time for yourself? In our latest episode, we tackle the ever-elusive balance between family life and personal time. 💆‍♀️ Do you feel guilty when you take a break? Join the conversation and let’s support each other! What's y...

This week on  House of Coffee & Chaos , we’re chatting with Tomas — a feminist dad of two wonderful girls, who’s deep in the parenting trenches and running mainly on caffeine and good intentions. From wild school-morning chaos to navigating pregnancy as a partner ( the none-pregnant one) and realising empathy is about as close as you’ll ever get, Tomas shares the funny, messy, and poignant hea...

This week we’re joined by Kate — mum, business brain, and the genius behind the  Playtime Planner App  (aka the thing that might finally stop us doom scrolling for activities then giving up) We chat about how the app was born straight out of the trenches of motherhood — think: snack negotiations, Google calendars on life support, and the eternal question: “Wait… whats the plan with the kids today?...

Welcome to 2026: fuelled by cold coffee, surviving Elf on the Shelf, and absolutely not doing a New Year detox (unless caffeine counts as juice). From last-minute battery hunts to building trampolines in the dark, this episode is pure festive survival. BUT plot twist — we’re kicking off the year with a TOTAL rebrand , big energy, exciting new guests, and even more chaos ahead. Same mums, same mess...

🎄 Christmas Chaos, Mum Edition 🎄 ⚠️ Disclaimer: Behind-the-scenes Santa and Elf chat. Not suitable for true believers. #adultearsonly - Please do not play this episode around children *Listener discretion advised! 🎄✨ If December feels like a full-time job you didn’t apply for, this one’s for you. In this episode, we unpack the absolute madness of the Christmas lead-up — juggling school events,...

Is screen time a modern parenting saviour, a silent saboteur, or just another tool we’re all trying to use wisely? In this episode, we dive into the myths, guilt, benefits, and real-life chaos around kids and screens. From educational apps to “please-just-give-me-five-minutes” moments, we unpack what screen time actually means for families today — without judgement, just honesty.

Welcome to the podcast where we peel back the curtain on life with two little humans—because no one warned us how wild the upgrade really is. From sibling rivalry and mum-guilt whiplash to those heart-melting moments that hit you out of nowhere, this is a space for honest chats, hilarious stories, and the kind of solidarity only parents in the trenches truly understand. Whether you’re pregnant wit...

🎙️ Buckle up, parents! Ever tried keeping a toddler entertained on a flight? It's like juggling flaming torches while riding a unicycle! 🤹‍♀️✈️ In our latest episode, we share laugh-out-loud stories and survival tips for traveling with kids. Spoiler: snacks are your best friend! 🍿😂 #TravelWithKids #ParentingAdventures #PodcastLife

“ - why mums are going from Employee to Employer and all in between! Motherhood can spark a whole new kind of ambition — but turning that spark into a business? That’s no walk in the park. This episode dives into why mums start their own ventures, the realities they face, and how they’re redefining what success looks like.

Trick-or-treat, but make it caffeine / wine -fuelled. This week, we open the doors to our very own 'haunted' house — complete with endless chocolate, overtired kids, and coffee strong enough to wake the dead. It’s a mum-life Halloween special full of chaos, sugar highs, and epic halloween decoration fails!