Caitlin Ford

Mothergroup The Podcast

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Mothers Sharing Their Darkest Day and how it Transformed Them. A space to hear the parts of Motherhood that don't fit neatly on your social media feed or casual mothers group catch-up. Each episode explores the Light that emerges from the Dark, life lessons, blessings, moments of humour, spiritual impact and everything in between. Available Exclusively in Audio Format.

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Caitlin Ford

Episodes

My Story Repost: Three Babies and The Moment Everything Changed 05.07.2026 34:21

Welcome to my story of a third unexpected pregnancy and everything that followed. If you would like to come on the podcast: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Enjoy this repost during the Victorian school holidays, originally published in January 2025.

Anonymous One Repost: Suicidal Ideation, Intrusive Thoughts, Breastfeeding Challenges, Leaning on Faith 28.06.2026 1:16:41

Content warning, as the title suggests we discuss suicidal ideation as well as the topic of late-term stillbirth in this episode. In a world where privacy is increasingly sacred, this is a format to share your story in a way that feels good for you if you want to remain unidentified. Work with me: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Share your story: https://www.mothergroup.com.a...

Mel: Two Babies, Postnatal Depression, VBAC, Perfectionism, Social Media in Motherhood and the Beauty of Being Yourself 21.06.2026 1:01:43

Welcome to Mel's story of experiencing Postnatal Depression with both of her girls. It is such a beautiful episode and I hope you all enjoy X If you would like to come on the podcast, I would love to have you! https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Support Services: PANDA 1300 726 306 Gidget 1300 443 438

Julia: Overwhelm, Isolation, Two Under Two, Witching Hour, Family Dynamics, Dairy Farming, Releasing Toxic Gratitude and Finding Flow 14.06.2026 1:02:48

Welcome to Julia's story of current challenge in motherhood, in the thick of two under two with limited family support and fiance Josh working long hours as a dairy farmer. We discuss her journey into having two babies close together, feelings of isolation and overwhelm, daily routine, mothering her boys without her own mum, the impact of motherhood on friendship and so much more. I hope you al...

Zoe Part Two: Breast Cancer Postpartum, BRCA Gene, Chemotherapy, Remission, Taking Sophia Home, Tracheostomy Care, and the Creation of Medical Mums Australia 08.06.2026 1:24:53

If You Would Like To Come On The Podcast: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Welcome to Part Two of Zoe's Story, in this episode we discuss her breast cancer diagnosis postpartum, treatment pathway to remission, taking Sophia home with her long term airway support and tracheostomy care, the creation of community with Medical Mums Australia and so much more. I hope you all enjoy X ...

Zoe Part One: Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome, Hyperemesis Gravidarum, Anxiety, Polyhydramnios, Initial Unknown Newborn Diagnosis, NICU, Piper Transfer, Prayer, Intuition 31.05.2026 1:33:42

Welcome to Part One of Zoe's Story, discovering that her baby girl Sophia was born with Congenital Myasthenic Syndrome. After an uncomplicated pregnancy Zoe instinctively knew that her daughter required further medical support after birth. She takes us through her pregnancy and postpartum experience and the journey into diagnosis of Sophia's rare genetic disorder. This is part one of her incredibl...

Kit: Paediatric Leukemia Diagnosis, Interstate Move, Treatment Protocols, Blessings, and You Can Still Tell Me Your Problems 25.05.2026 1:31:09

Welcome to Kit's story of walking her five year old daughter Eloise through Leukemia treatment, her family's relocation from Canberra to Sydney for Eloise's care, finding community with other families going through similar circumstances and so much more. It is such a beautiful episode and I hope you all enjoy X If you would like to come on the podcast: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-sto...

Keshia: Postnatal Depression and Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Neurodivergence, Mother's Group, One and Done, and It Just Keeps Getting Better 18.05.2026 1:49:42

Content Warning: As the title suggests we discuss Suicidal Ideation in this episode, along with the topics of Pregnancy Loss, Birth Trauma and mention of an Eating Disorder. If you need further support see services listed below, and take care when listening. If You Would Like To Come On The Podcast: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Support Services: Gidget: 1300 443 438 PANDA: 1...

Sam: Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Diagnosis In Utero, IVF, Newborn Surgery, NICU, PICU, ECMO and Believing In Miracles 11.05.2026 2:06:33

Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia Diagnosis In Utero, IVF, Newborn Surgery, NICU, PICU, ECMO and Believing In Miracles Welcome to Sam's story, of finding out her baby girl Matilda had a Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia at her 13 week pregnancy scan. Their journey knowing that newborn Matilda would need imminent surgery post birth, her subsequent NICU and PICU stays, Matilda's experience on the life...

Tori Bowman Johnson: Feeling You Should Be Doing 'More', School and Kindy Transition, Creativity, Friendship and Go Light That Candle 04.05.2026 39:50

In today's episode Tori shares her experience of Challenge in Motherhood, finding herself in a *life phase* she did not anticipate -working less -with both her kids now in pre-school kindy and school. We discuss impact on mental health, friendships, self-care, finances and feelings of embarrassment that we should be doing 'more'. Tori is a writer, producer and designer, you can find more of her...

Kate: Eight Year Fertility Journey, IVF, Pregnancy Loss, Cycles, Strength and a Perfect Mosaic Embryo 27.04.2026 1:44:13

Content Note: We discuss Pregnancy Loss in this episode. After an eight year fertility journey, including the decision to give up trying and look at life without children, Kate takes us through finding out she was pregnant with her last remaining embryo. If you would like to come on the podcast: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Enjoy x

Bronte Day Part Two: High Risk Pregnancy, Cervical Stitch, Anger, Second NICU Stay, Two Under Two, Prayer 20.04.2026 57:05

In part two of Bronte's story she takes us through her unexpected second and now high risk pregnancy, navigating the emotions associated with a second NICU stay, how these challenges have shaped how she parents her babies and so much more. If you would like to Share Your Story: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story You can find Part One of Bronte's Story Here: https://podcasts.apple....

Bronte Day Part One: Micro-Preemie, Caesarean under General Anaesthetic, Viability, NICU, Sepsis, Relief 29.03.2026 59:26

Welcome to Part One of Bronte's story, where she found out at 23 weeks pregnant that her body was preparing to give birth, and the journey that followed with her Micro-Preemie baby Dusty. If you would like to come on the podcast: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Enjoy X

Courtney: When Your Baby is Diagnosed with Brain Cancer, Surgeries, ICU, Trials and Some Good News 22.03.2026 1:18:05

Welcome to Courtney's Story, of every mothers worst nightmare in finding out her beautiful baby boy Jensen has brain cancer. This is a story of strength, hope and resilience and also some good news. Share Your Story: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothergrouppod/ Thank you again to the incredible Courtney for sharing her story, a...

Abbey: Three Babies, Pregnancy After Loss, Stillbirth, Betrayal, Rituals and Routines, Signs from Hunter 15.03.2026 54:33

Welcome to Abbey's story of navigating pregnancy after loss. As the title suggests we do discuss Stillbirth in this episode, if you need further support links provided. If You would like to Share Your Story: https://www.mothergroup.com.au/share-your-story Support Services: Rednose Australia: 1300 308 307 Enjoy X

Selin: Treacher Collins Syndrome, Shock, Intrusive Thoughts, Navigating School Transition and So Much Love 08.03.2026 1:14:39

Selin takes us through her story of schock when she traverses through unknown terrain after her beautiful baby girl Ava was born looking different tha expected. This first unknown of whether Ava would survive her first year of life, and then post diagnosis with Treacher Collins Syndrome, wading through the judgement of the world surrounding. We cover the flow on impact to Selin's mental health, r...

Lu Reeves: Multiple Sclerosis, Pregnancy after Diagnosis, Single Motherhood, Finding Fun and So Much More 03.03.2026 53:00

Welcome to Lu's Story of being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis after her first baby boy was born. Lu takes us through the shock of this diagnosisk her emotional response to coping with the news in addition to parenting her toddler and a second (surprise!) pregnancy. Lu also talks about how her relationship changed, the impact on her friendships and so much more. If you are a real mum and want t...

Sarah Mannagh: Postpartum Psychosis, Breastfeeding Difficulties, Paranoid Delusions, Anxiety, Divine Timing 22.02.2026 1:42:18

Content Note: There is detailed discussion of the experience of Psychosis in this episode, including Suicidal Ideation that accompanied this break from reality After a smooth conception journey, blissful pregnancy, dream birth, and 'golden' year Sarah shares her story of developing and healing from Postpartum Psychosis. It is a privilege to share Sarah's story, and I implore you to share this epis...

Gabby: Three Pregnancies, Placental Insufficiency, Stillbirth, Guilt, Grief and Connection to Faith 06.01.2026 1:16:06

Welcome to Gabby's story of Motherhood, and as the title suggests we do cover late pregnancy loss in this episode so take care whilst listening. Share Your Story of Motherhood (Can Be Kept Anonymous on the Podcast): https://www.mothergroup.com.au/ To find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mothergrouppod/?hl=en If you need further support: Rednose Australia: 1300 308 307 PANDA: 1300...

Jessie Part Two: Cytomegalovirus (CMV) in Pregnancy, Late Term Termination for Medical Reasons 25.11.2025 1:30:38

Welcome to Part Two of Jessie's story where she shares her experience contracting CMV during pregnancy, resulting in the late-term termination of her daughter Matilda. A note that we do discuss Stillbirth/Late-Term Termination in this episode, so take care when listening. If you would love to share your story: https://www.mothergroup.com.au If you need further support: Rednose Australia: https://...

Jessie Part One: Public and Private Mother-Baby Units, Perinatal Depression, Hyperemesis Gravidarum 25.11.2025 45:28

Welcome to Part One of Jessie's story where she shares her experience developing Perinatal Depression with her first baby Jai and subsequent stays in both a Public and Private Mother-Baby Unit. If you would love to share your story: Jessie Part One: Public and Private Mother-Baby Unit, Perinatal Depression, Hyperemesis Gravidarum If you need further support: PANDA: 1300 726 306 Gidget Foundation:...

Kayley: Prolonged Sleep Deprivation, Perinatal Anxiety, Identity, Instincts 04.11.2025 58:29

Welcome to Kayley's story of Challenge and Transformation in Motherhood. If You Would Like to Share Your Story: https://www.mothergroup.com.au Support: Gidget Foundation: 1300 443 438 Make sure you hit Subscribe so you don't miss a story, and share with your friends. Enjoy X

Georgia: Postpartum Mental Health, Breastfeeding Difficulties, Postpartum Infection, Suicidal Ideation, Intuition 28.10.2025 54:19

Welcome to Georgia's story of Challenge and Transformation in Motherhood. If Would Like To Share Your Story: https://www.mothergroup.com.au Support Services: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Gidget Foundation: 1300 443 438 PANDA: 1300 726 306 I hope you all enjoy X

Amie: Mothering after growing up in a HK Orphanage. Spirituality, healing from Fibromyalgia, Relationship Changes and more 14.10.2025 48:49

Welcome to Amie's story of Motherhood, if you would like to Share Your Story of Motherhood you can find me here: https://www.mothergroup.com.au If you would like to connect with Amie: https://www.amierule.com.au/meet-amie Enjoy X

Sammy: VBAC, Postpartum Haemorrhage, Intubation, Air Transfer, ICU Stay, Relationships, Support 02.10.2025 1:07:51

Welcome to Sammy's Story of Challenge in Motherhood, I hope you all enjoy. If You are a Real Mum and want to Share Your Story of Challenge on the Podcast, you can find me here: (Can Keep You Anonymous!) https://www.mothergroup.com.au I would also LOVE to hear from you, all feedback is welcome. Best place to find me is to click 'Share Your Story' via website link, I am not good at replying on ins...