The Mother of All Journey's

In our final episode of the season, Gen sits down with paramedic, educator and founder of Baby Safe Basics, Eliza Leslie, for such an important conversation around starting solids, infant first aid, choking vs gagging, fevers, sickness, hydration and the red flags parents need to know. This episode is packed with practical education designed to help parents feel calmer, safer and more confident —...

In this episode, we’re joined by Christine Bladeni, a sleep consultant who shares a realistic, supportive approach to navigating baby and toddler sleep. After experiencing her own challenges with sleep deprivation, Christine now helps families improve sleep using a holistic and flexible approach — focusing on routines, sleep hygiene, awake windows, feeding, and settling methods. We dive into: Comm...

In this episode, we’re joined by Chantel Spiteri, a Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioner and energy healer, who shares how TCM can support women through fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum . Chantel explains her holistic approach using acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, and Reiki — all centred around balancing the body, supporting energy flow, and preparing for a healthy pregnancy and bi...

In this episode, we’re joined by Emily Brittingham, an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant and mum of five, who shares her journey into supporting mothers through breastfeeding and early postpartum. We dive into the reality that breastfeeding is a learned skill — not something that always comes naturally to mum or baby. Emily highlights the importance of prenatal education , underst...

ADHD in women. Hormones. Postpartum. Perimenopause. This is the conversation so many Melbourne mums didn’t know they needed. In this episode, we unpack the rising diagnosis of ADHD in women — and why so many are only discovering it during motherhood, postpartum, or perimenopause. Our guest Christine shares how a simple podcast recommendation sparked her own diagnosis journey. What began as “I’m ju...

Have you ever wondered why some pregnancies feel calm and aligned… while others feel full of doubt and second-guessing? In this episode, we’re joined by Aviva — Melbourne-based Human Design reader — to explore how understanding your energy, intuition, and authentic self can completely shift the way you move through pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. Aviva shares how her first pregnancy surprised he...

Hormones. Periods. Birth. Postpartum. Intuition. This is the episode every Melbourne mum (and mum-to-be) needs to hear. We sat down with clinical nutritionist Tris for a deeply empowering conversation about PCOS, hormonal imbalances, postpartum depletion, intuitive birth, and advocating for your preferences. After being diagnosed with PCOS in her early 20s, Tris chose a different path. Instead of...

Breech. Posterior. Pelvic pain. Fast labours. Long labours. This episode is for the Melbourne mum who has been told, “That’s just normal in pregnancy”… but knows in her gut something doesn’t feel quite right. We sit down with Gabrielle from G. Lorri Body Labour Work — a former midwife turned bodywork specialist — who now supports women to prepare physically and holistically for birth. After witnes...

This episode is a wild one! In just  one hour and ten minutes , Gens third baby,  Alaska , made her grand entrance into the world — fast, fierce, and completely unforgettable. In this episode of  Mother of All Journeys , Michelle and Gen sit down to share every bit of the story — from that first  “Wait… are these real contractions?”  moment, to realisng things were moving a  lot  faster than anyon...

Food is more than fuel in the postpartum period — it’s a key part of healing, energy, and emotional wellbeing. Yet postpartum nutrition is often overlooked, with so much focus placed on pregnancy and birth instead. In this very special episode, recorded just at five weeks postpartum , Gen shares her lived experience navigating nutrition during recovery. Along with Michelle, she dives into the role...

Getting back into exercise after having a baby is exciting — but it’s also a journey that requires patience, awareness, and the right approach. Many new parents feel pressure to “bounce back,” but the truth is: postpartum exercise is less about snapping back and more about rebuilding strength safely from the inside out. In this episode, Gen and Michelle dive into what it really means to return to...

In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked but so important part of the motherhood journey — postpartum planning. While so much focus goes into preparing for birth, the weeks and months that follow are just as vital for your health, recovery, and wellbeing. You’ll hear: Why postpartum planning matters (and how it can ease the transition). Practical steps for creating your own postpartum pl...

In this episode, Gen is joined by birth expert Michelle to explore what it really takes to have a positive, empowered birth experience—no matter what unfolds. They dive into the practical tools and mindset shifts that help birthing mothers and their support people create a sense of calm, confidence, and connection. Topics covered: How to use breathwork, visualisations, and sensory tools to “rewire...

In this episode of Birth Matters , Gen chats with birth educator Michelle about the real talk behind preparing for one of life’s biggest moments. They dive into the big questions— Do you need a birth plan or should you just go with the flow? What's the real difference between hospital-led education and private courses ? And seriously— what is hypnobirthing, and why is everyone talking about it? Mi...

In this episode, Michelle interviews Gen on a topic close to her heart: prenatal nutrition. From essential nutrients for each trimester to supporting your mental health through food, Gen shares simple, powerful ways to nourish your body and mind during pregnancy. We also chat about shifting the way we view food in this season—away from guilt and perfectionism, and toward support, intuition, and co...

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Gen, a prenatal strength coach, to explore how mindful movement can support women through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum recovery. Gen shares her expert insight on how movement evolves across each trimester, the importance of pelvic floor awareness, and how preparing both physically and mentally can lead to more positive birth experiences. Gen also opens...

In this deeply moving episode of Mother of All Journeys , co-host Michelle Owens shares her story — one of joy and heartbreak, strength and surrender. Pregnant with her first child while her own mum was gravely ill, Michelle found herself straddling two life-altering transitions: the arrival of new life and the slow goodbye to the one who gave her hers. With limited time or space to prepare for bi...

Welcome to the very first episode of  Mother of All Journeys  — a podcast for all mothers, mums-to-be, and anyone navigating the messy, magical world of motherhood. In this episode, you’ll meet me — Genevieve D'Rozario — a pre and postnatal personal trainer, mum of three, and your co-host on this journey. Joined by Michelle Owens from My Hypnobirthing they introduce the heart behind this podcast a...