The Careers and Cartwheels Podcast

In this episode, Zana and Pamela explore the complex world of children's technology use, sharing personal stories, insights on managing screen time, and the importance of setting boundaries. They discuss the influence of social media, gaming, co-parenting challenges, and how to foster healthy digital habits in children. Key topics: Approaches to limiting device use and encouraging outdoor activiti...

In this episode, we're having a very real conversation about something so many parents are feeling...but not always talking about: Parental Burnout.   From losing motivation for things we once loved, to feeling constantly overstimulated, emotionally exhausted, and stuck in survival mode - this episode dives into the reality of trying to juggle careers, kids, relationships and the invisible mental...

In this episode we talk about the term "Matrescence". If you want to know more, please follow our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/people/The-Matrescence-Project/61575355774112/ Also, you can follow along on Substack https://substack.com/@thematrescenceproject?utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-page&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e0_tv0&fbclid=IwY2xjawQ9BoRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLYWtF...

Quick heads up — this episode is a real and unfiltered conversation. That means there may be some swearing along the way. If you’ve got little ones around, you might want to pop in some headphones. This week, we chat with the lovely Rhiannon about her homeschooling journey. From once not wanting children to now navigating business ownership and homeschooling her son, she shares the real and raw pa...

Tn this episode, we’re bringing you a powerful and deeply honest conversation with our very special guest, Szendi.  Her welcome to motherhood was far from what she imagined — raw, unexpected, and something she will never forget. She opens up about the reality that not everything goes to plan… and the strength it takes to navigate those moments. If you’ve ever felt the weight of the unexpected in y...

Wrapping up our final Careers and Cartwheels episode for 2025! What a year it has been, and for our last chat of the year, we’re joined by the amazing Nina Visic from Mindful Parenting Lifestyle. Nina works passionately to help parents and children build emotional strength, empathy, confidence and a positive outlook. Her mission? To empower families through mindfulness, awareness, self- compassion...

Hey there, Careers & Cartwheels crew! It’s been a hot minute since our last episode — the mum juggle has been real! As we roll into the end of the year, we’re definitely feeling that burnout creeping in. But we know you’ve been waiting for a fresh chat, so here we are — ready to dive back in! It's time for a life catch-up! From job changes to navigating the homeschool grind, the mum juggle is...

Part 2 In this episode we continue our discussion a registered endorsed midwife who has supported countless women through pregnancy and birth—whether in hospital or at home. She’s a passionate advocate for choice, empowering women to decide where, how, and with whom they give birth, while always feeling safe, supported, and respected. For her, pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey are not j...

In this episode we sit down with a registered endorsed midwife who has supported countless women through pregnancy and birth—whether in hospital or at home. She’s a passionate advocate for choice, empowering women to decide where, how, and with whom they give birth, while always feeling safe, supported, and respected. For her, pregnancy, birth, and the postpartum journey are not just medical event...

Mum of teens, personal trainer, wellness coach and business owner. Listen to this episode to find out how Amanda does it all!! Show notes: Amanda’s website https://alifefulfilled.com.au/?fbclid=PAQ0xDSwMoPJVleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABp7G9XqdPrCKMJaqXiRoUGHKSH7vKbGZOj_-TJ7s82zxTi6D0AwBprjX5zatD_aem_ny6QFNTaNrLQIjm1Zscp-A

In this episode, we talk about how relationships change after having children. We’ll be focusing on how our connection with our spouses has evolved, both in the day-to-day and in the bigger picture. We’ll also explore the 7 stages of marriage, how parenting shifts the dynamic between partners, and share some honest reflections, personal stories, and little tips and tricks we’ve picked up along the...

We welcome Dr Synta from Euneek You Health to talk about Women’s health. With her Chinese medicine background, and also being a naturopath, she has some amazing insights how we can look after ourselves post pregnancy. Show notes: Dr Synta from Euneek You Health Follow her on instagram https://www.instagram.com/euneekyouhealth?igsh=bnZhZXduMWh1bjBx Her books are currently closed but will be opening...

Pam and Zana talk about PMDD and the impacts on those around them, another week homeschooling and the challenges faced this week.

In this episode we talk about the juggles of the first week back at school, homeschooling and being a crazy busy mum. We hope you enjoy this episode! Episode notes: Ninja Foodi Everyday possible cooker - absolute game changer for a busy mum!!

Mum guilt, it’s such a huge topic! On this podcast we talk about what mum guilt is and how it is seperate from regular day to day guilt. We discuss how mum guilt has affected us from a broken down relationship, to time spent at work, or NOT at work and everything in between!

This episode is all about postpartum identity loss and how to bounce forward into your new self.   Show note links: Kelly Siebold (a Postpartum depression and anxiety survivor, Founder and CEO of Thrive Postpartum, and host of the Let’s Thrive Postpartum podcast) Dr. Louanne Brizedine, author of The Female Brain 2006 Weblinks: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/how-to-thrive-postpartum/202502...

Welcome to Careers and Cartwheels - the podcast where two mums with two very different lifestyles talk about the chaos, joys, and raw truths of motherhood - whether you’re juggling meetings or mastering messy play, this is the podcast for you!