Christmas Eve felt like the only correct time to drop our final episode of the year. In this one, we slow it right down and lean into nostalgia, reflection, and a little bit of emotional chaos. We talk about finishing primary school and that weird mix of excitement and grief that comes with closing such a big chapter, plus the teachers who shaped us in ways we didn’t realise until years later and the ones we’ll honestly never forget.We also dive into dreams we’ve had that stayed with us long after we woke up and what they might say about who we were, who we are now, and who we’re becoming. To wrap it all up, we reflect on the year that was, the lessons, the growth, the hard bits, the beautiful moments, and everything we’re carrying forward into the next chapter.A soft, reflective Christmas Eve listen and the perfect way to close out the year with us 🎄💫🎧

In this episode, Mel opens up about her full birth journey across all four of her babies. From a planned hospital birth with her first, to a home birth, a home birth transfer, and a planned home birth that became a planned hospital birth. She shares how each experience shaped her as a mum and as a woman.Mel also bravely talks about one birth that was deeply traumatic, including the moment medical professionals threatened to involve CPS. She reflects on the emotional impact of that experience, the fear and powerlessness it created, and how she rebuilt trust in herself afterward.This is an honest, raw conversation about birth plans changing, navigating trauma, advocating for yourself, and holding both motherhood and business life at once. If you’ve ever felt judged, silenced, or shaken by the medical system, this episode will sit with you long after you listen. 💖

Bec and Izzy sit down for a deep and genuinely open conversation, taking the time to ask each other the kinds of questions they usually keep tucked away. They explore what their friendship means on a real level, how their love for each other has shifted and strengthened over the years and why their bond feels like such a safe place to land.They talk about the comfort they find in each other’s presence, the way they both learn through their connection and how being understood by someone who just gets you can change everything. There are soft moments, honest reflections and a few emotional bits where they realise just how much they’ve grown together.This episode is all about choosing each other as friends, showing up with love every day and celebrating the kind of friendship that teaches you, holds you and feels like home. If you’re into long chats that feel warm, intimate and grounding, this one is exactly that.

This episode gets into what it’s really like masking as ADHD women and how different it looks depending on the life you’re living. One of us is out working, navigating professional expectations and keeping it all together on the outside. The other is at home with a toddler, juggling the constant sensory load and the pressure to seem like we’ve got it all sorted. We compare how our masking shows up, how it drains us in different ways, and how it shapes the way people see us.We also open up about the stuff that sits underneath it all. The comments we grew up hearing, the moments we were told we were too much or too intense, and how that sticks to you long after childhood. And yeah, we talk about the heavy feelings that come with trauma, including the really strong anger and resentment toward the people who caused it. It’s honest, a bit confronting, but it’s the kind of conversation that makes you feel less alone in your own head.

This week we got real about all the tender stuff. We talked about that first moment you feel love for your baby during the postpartum fog, when everything feels messy, emotional, and somehow magical at the same time. We unpacked how different that moment can look for every parent and how normal it is for it to hit later than people expect.We also chatted about our new giveaway and why we’re so excited for it. Plus, we made some future vlog plans that honestly feel like such a vibe. Then we got into what it really means to show up for our kids—not in a perfect way, but in a present and intentional way that feels true to us.Full honesty: the whole episode was recorded on camera mic energy, so the audio is a bit crunchy. But the convo is still warm, funny, and real, and totally worth a listen.Come hang with us for the chaos, the feelings, and the laughs. 🩷🎙️✨

This week we got a little emo in the sweetest way. We literally went hunting through TikTok to find the videos that make our hearts drop a little, the ones that hit that soft spot, the ones that make you sit there like… wow ok feelings. We each brought a handful to the mic and showed them to each other in real time. Expect warm fuzzies, random tear-prick moments, wholesome chaos and a whole lot of “omg stop I’m gonna cry.”And because we’re in our generous era, we’re also running a giveaway. Izzy’s small biz Visualise Design is gifting one listener a $100 voucher to spend on custom goodies. All the entry instructions are up on our Instagram, so head there and jump in.Come hang with us as we spiral, swoon and get a lil soft together.

This week we are back again with our second giveaway and it is literally so sweet I could scream. Our girl Maddie from Sweet Wins has hooked us up with a $100 voucher to spend on cakes, cupcakes, or cookies because she is that mum. If you do not know her story yet, buckle up. Maddie found baking during her IVF journey as a way to breathe, calm down, and feel creative while everything around her felt heavy and stressful. What started as therapy slowly became a real passion. Now she has a cheeky little cutie keeping her on her toes and Sweet Wins has become a daily reminder to celebrate the tiny wins that make motherhood feel magical.Her home based baking biz in Penrith, NSW is basically where buttercream dreams are born. She whips up custom treats for any moment you want to make memorable. Birthdays, baptisms, breakups, self care days, Tuesday, she has you. Everything is handmade, heart led, and low key stunning. Like no joke if you are local you already know.In this episode we go deep about that weird identity shift after becoming mums and how easy it is to forget who you are outside of snack time and nap schedules. We talk about peeling back those layers, finding ourselves again, and giving ourselves permission to have passions that are just ours. We also chat about raising tiny humans who grow into good people with empathy, kindness, and solid values. Basically how to parent without losing our spark.So tune in, enter the giveaway, go hype Maddie, and grab a treat if you need a little sweet win in your week. It is wholesome, honest, and full vibes.

This weeks ep we are kicking off our first Christmas giveaway and I’m screaming a little. We’re talking all about Sara Louise Photography and why we are obsessed.Sara is a mum of six, aged eleven to twenty-three, so her life is loud, busy, silly, and overflowing with love. She’s also autistic, which gives her this super tender eye for detail and emotion. That unique perspective shows up hard in her motherhood and in her photos.She runs Sara Louise Photography in Western Sydney, capturing those real, unposed family moments that actually feel like you. Go drool over her work at saralouisephotography.com.au because it is stunning.She also launched Snapling Media, helping parents and kids bond through photography and art, and even wrote a whole book which you can grab on Kindle. Icon behavior honestly.And girl guess what Sara has gifted one lucky family a Christmas mini session voucher. Like hello cute festive pics without the stress.Tune in, hang out with us, and enter the giveaway cuties. Let’s make these holidays extra wholesome.

This week it’s just the two of us again, taking a moment to decompress after a run of amazing guests. We realised how much we missed simply chatting with each other, even though we literally film every week. Between parenting, recording, and keeping up with life, it felt good to sit down and just be together for a bit.We talk about the comfort of returning to our own rhythm and how parenting traditions look different for everyone. We share what Día de los Muertos means to us and how culture and memory show up in our everyday lives. We also dive into the beauty of small businesses, self belief, and the exciting things we’re working on behind the scenes.It’s one of those feel good, honest episodes that reminds us why we started this podcast in the first place. Just two neurodivergent mums reflecting, laughing, and reconnecting while dreaming about what’s next.

In this week’s episode, we sit down with Mel, Bec’s step-mum and one of the most selfless women we’ve ever met. Mel stepped into a family with three daughters who weren’t biologically hers and loved them with her whole heart. She showed up every single day, guided them through life, and truly became a mum in every way that matters.Even after her relationship with Bec’s dad ended, Mel never disappeared. Instead, she formed a beautiful friendship with Bec’s mum that grew stronger over time. When Bec’s mum became unwell and was diagnosed with cancer, Mel was there again, caring for her through her final days and hours with so much love and compassion.This episode is about the power of chosen family, the strength of women who keep showing up, and the kind of love that doesn’t need a title to be real.

In this week’s episode, we sit down with the powerhouse that is Carlie Towns - a visually impaired mother living with Retinitis Pigmentosa, who joined us on her 48th birthday to reflect on her life, her purpose, and the journey that’s still unfolding.Carlie is celebrating five years of sobriety, and her story is one of pure courage, grit, and heart. She’s a life coach, a woman training to climb Mount Everest, and someone who continues to push boundaries most people wouldn’t even dream of. Her mission? To be the same kind of pioneer for others that her father once was for their community.We talk about what it’s like navigating motherhood and identity with a degenerative eye condition, how her relationship with sobriety has transformed her life, and what it truly means to redefine possibility when the world tells you otherwise.This chat is emotional, raw, funny, and deeply inspiring - a reminder that you don’t have to see the whole path ahead to keep climbing your mountain. 💜

In Part 2 of our chat with Dana, we explore life after those first traumatic days in special care. Dana opens up about navigating her son’s developmental delays and the moment they discovered he had hip dysplasia. She shares what it was like supporting him through 13 months in a brace, and how that journey reshaped her perspective as a mum.We also revisit the light at the end of the tunnel. The deeply healing experience of her second birth. For Dana, this chapter was not just about welcoming another baby but about reclaiming her power, her trust in her body, and her confidence as a mother.This part of Dana’s story is tender, vulnerable, and ultimately hopeful. It is a reminder of the strength parents find in the hardest moments.TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dana_meganelsie

In this two-part conversation, we sit down with Dana, a proud IVF mum of two, to unpack her powerful journey through fertility, birth, and healing.Part 1 dives into the emotional highs and lows of IVF. Dana shares the reality of hyperstimulation after egg retrieval, the rollercoaster of fertility treatments, and what it’s like to ride out the uncertainty with hope in your heart.We then move into her transition to motherhood, from feeling deeply empowered during birth to facing the terrifying reality of her son being born not breathing. He was rushed to special care for three days, with doctors fearing possible brain damage - an experience that left deep scars.Finally, Dana reflects on how her second birth brought the healing she never knew she needed, reshaping her story of motherhood and resilience.This episode is raw, honest, and full of strength. If you’ve walked the path of IVF, birth trauma, or healing after loss, Dana’s story will remind you that you are not alone.Dana's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dana_meganelsie

In this ep, Bec and Izzy get super real and write letters to their younger selves. It’s all about the advice, comfort, and hype they wish they’d had growing up queer, neurodivergent, and eventually becoming mums.They laugh, get a little teary, and reflect on how their friendship has carried them through so many of those big life moments. From identity struggles to motherhood wins, they share the words they needed back then and how those lessons still shape them now.It’s raw, warm, and a little emotional — basically like sitting in on a deep chat with your besties.

In this episode, Izzy and Bec sit down with Bec’s niece, Raquel, to share a story that is both heartbreaking and powerful. After a traumatic birth, Raquel’s journey took another unexpected turn when her baby boy was diagnosed with Prader-Willi Syndrome at just three weeks old.Raquel opens up about the shock of those early days, the weight of processing trauma while learning to parent, and the strength she’s found in the midst of it all. Together, we talk about navigating fear, leaning on support networks, and finding moments of joy and hope even in the hardest seasons of motherhood.This is a conversation about resilience, love, and the power of sharing our stories.✨ Follow us on socials:Instagram: @thewiredmamadiariesTikTok: @thewiredmamadiaries🎧 Listen here:Spotify: The Wired Mama DiariesApple Podcasts: The Wired Mama Diaries✨ Connect with us ✨Instagram: @thewiredmamadiariesTikTok: @thewiredmamadiariesYouTube: The Wired Mama Diaries

This week we’re diving into some big and beautiful conversations. We talk about what it really means to believe in our kids and how those little words like “we can do hard things” can shape their confidence and resilience. We also shine a light on the small mum-owned businesses in our community and the power of backing ourselves as both mums and entrepreneurs.Alongside that, we get personal about weight loss and health goals, and how they intersect with motherhood, identity, and self-love. Plus, we’ve got some exciting new guests joining the pod soon, so we give you a little sneak peek at what’s to come.It’s heartfelt, real, and filled with encouragement for mums navigating life, business, and growth.✨ Connect with us ✨Instagram: @thewiredmamadiariesTikTok: @thewiredmamadiariesYouTube: The Wired Mama Diaries

The couch has arrived and it honestly feels like the podcast glow-up we’ve been waiting for. It’s comfy, it’s cozy, and it’s ready for all the new guests we’re so excited to bring on. But before we dive into those future chats, we thought we’d slow down and get real with you.In this episode, we open up about our own diagnosis stories. From the first little “hmm, something feels different” moments, to the deep dives into research, the doctor visits, the tears, the relief, and the huge sense of clarity that came with finally having words for what was going on in our brains. We talk about what it was like for us personally, how it shaped our lives as women and as mums, and the ways it’s still an ongoing journey of self-understanding.This one’s raw, honest, and sprinkled with those “same, bestie” moments that we know so many of you will relate to. Whether you’re on your own path to figuring things out, already living with a diagnosis, or just curious to hear some unfiltered stories, we hope you feel seen, heard, and maybe even a little comforted as you listen.

This week we’re switching gears and keeping things light after a couple of heavier episodes. Izzy and Bec sit down for some pure fun as they play games, compare hot takes, and dive into some truly random “would you rather” scenarios. Expect plenty of laughs, a little chaos, and maybe even some surprisingly deep thoughts sneaking their way in between the silliness. If you’ve been needing something easygoing and uplifting to pop in your ears, this episode is the perfect reset. ------------Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewiredmamadiaries Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

In part two of this special series, Izzy and Bec continue their deep dive into postpartum depression, sharing the sides of their stories that often stay hidden. This episode leans into the raw details: the hardest days, the emotions that felt impossible to explain, and the way motherhood can look so different from what you imagine. We also talk about the importance of support systems, finding language for what you are going through, and how we’re both still learning to navigate life after postpartum depression.This isn’t just about sharing our pain - it’s about shining a light on the realities so many parents face in silence. If you’ve ever felt alone in your postpartum journey, we hope these conversations remind you that your feelings are valid, you are not broken, and help is out there.If you need support, please reach out:Gidget Foundation Australia: www.gidgetfoundation.org.auPANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia): www.panda.org.auCOPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence): www.cope.org.au------------Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewiredmamadiaries Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...

Back in our second week of filming, we sat down and recorded an episode all about postpartum depression. It was emotional, vulnerable and something we were both proud of. Sadly, due to some technical difficulties, that recording never made it to air. We knew this was a conversation we couldn’t just let go, so we came back to the table and decided to re-record it properly.Now, in this special two-part series, Izzy and Bec share their own personal experiences with postpartum depression. We open up about the moments that shook us, the thoughts and feelings we didn’t see coming, and the little things that helped us find our way back to ourselves. We talk about the reality behind the smiling photos, the quiet struggles that no one can see, and the emotional rollercoaster that so many parents silently ride.This is a raw, honest and completely unfiltered conversation. Whether you have been through postpartum depression yourself, are currently navigating it, or love someone who is, our hope is that these episodes help you feel less alone and remind you that there is support and understanding out there for you. Need support? You're not alone.🫶 Australia-Based Support1. PANDA (Perinatal Anxiety & Depression Australia)Website: panda.org.auFree helpline: 1300 726 306 (Mon–Sat)They specialise in PND/PPA, offer counselling, peer support, and info for parents and partners.2. Gidget Foundation AustraliaWebsite: gidgetfoundation.org.auFree perinatal psychological support through Medicare, both in-person and telehealth. So lovely and trauma-informed.3. COPE (Centre of Perinatal Excellence)Website: cope.org.auResources, fact sheets, planning tools, and a directory of mental health services for pregnancy and parenting.4. Tresillian or KaritaneWebsites: tresillian.org.au & karitane.com.auOffer parenting support, sleep/settling help, AND emotional wellbeing checks for new parents.-------------Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/thewiredmamadiaries Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?...