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Today we open the Kic mail box and hear from YOU: what did your boyfriend's mum do with your stuff? Are the scales in shopping centres deliberately placed outside women's bathrooms? And we answer your D&M: "I love my boyfriend but his insecurities make me doubt myself and question if I deserve any better. Should I break up with him?" And Laura shares about posting her daily schedule on Instagram and trying to find the balance between work and looking after herself. SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: salt & vinegar crinkle cut chips Steph: wearing a ribbon in your hair (but don't buy it from Asos!) Kic UPDATE: Five brand new Barre Pilates masterclasses with Kika are available in app from today!  And this is the last week of the KICRUN Club. Finish off strong! No matter where you are in your running journey, we’re so proud of everyone for getting out there and running your way.  If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today. FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’re exhausted from feeding all night and your partner is playing golf. If you’re currently in the depths of the newborn phase, and resenting your partner for going back to their normal life, you’re not alone. Mum of two, relationship coach, and host of the ‘Parenthood’ podcast Leonie Akhidenor has heard it all (and worse) so we asked for her help to answer your questions. Steph & Leonie discuss the resentment that parents can feel when they’re taking on more of the load than their partner & how to manage it, what non-feeding partners can do to feel useful and how common it is to feel disconnected from your baby in the early days. Check out Leonie’s podcast ‘Parenthood’ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/parenthood/id1534951122  FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on InstagramKic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.comSteph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLeonie: @leonie.akhidenor on Instagram, @parenthoodpod on InstagramJoin our virtual mothers' group in the the KICBUMP Facebook group. Search 'KICBUMP Community'See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We asked for your grotty habits and you guys showed up! Steph was horrified when she learned Laura only washed her bra once a month so we asked you guys for your grotty habits and we’ve never felt so seen. So if you pick your nose, share your utensils with your dog or floss your teeth with your hair…you’re not alone. Also, Steph shares what was going on in her head when she was named the global face of swimwear brand Seafolly. And we say hello to our new producer, Lindsey! SPECIAL SHARES: Laura: Lessons In Chemistry – watch it on Apple TV+ or read the book Steph: Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour (the movie) Kic UPDATE: This week we’ve dropped 5 new low-impact masterclasses with Brooke - one of Kic’s OG trainers. Work up a sweat with no sign of burpees or squat jumps!  If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today. FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sue & Lloyd Clarke have gone through any parent’s worst nightmare and they’re using their experience to help other families. Sue & Lloyd are the parents of Brisbane mum Hannah Clarke, who along with her three kids Aaliyah, Laianah and Trey, were murdered by Hannah’s estranged partner in 2020. In response, Sue & Lloyd created the charity ‘Small Steps 4 Hannah’ with a mission to HALT domestic & family violence through education, advocating for legal & social change and supporting people escaping violent situations. In today’s important episode, Sue & Lloyd explain what coercive control actually is & how to spot the warning signs, why physical violence doesn’t need to be present for a relationship to be abusive, what to do if you suspect you or someone you know might be in an abusive relationship, and why it’s so significant that Queensland have introduced laws targeting coercive control. This episode includes discussion of domestic violence, sexual assault and murder. If you need support, you can contact the following services 1800 RESPECT is Australia’s national sexual assault, family & domestic violence counselling line. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 737 732 Lifeline provides free crisis support. Help is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 13 11 14 FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on InstagramKic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.comSteph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTokLaura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph and Laura's catch up today, the topic of vibrators of course comes up once again (wouldn't be a Monday episode without it), and we find out one of the girls may not be washing hers after each use. Is this normal? Let us know in our @kicpod DMs on insta! On another sex-related note, Laura's husband Dalton has something called sexomnia, where he's trying to get some in the middle of the night while he's asleep - so what does Laura do when he tries this? Also, today is a sad episode as a member of our KICPOD team finishes up with us 😭 It's Mandy's last day, and she has something important to share with the Kic community.   SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Free People, clothing label Laura – Fair Play, film on Netflix Extra – Laura Henshaw interviewing David Beckham   Kic UPDATE: We have 5 new strength Masterclasses dropping today with our amazing trainer Sami! If you haven't already joined Kic, enjoy a 7 day free trial when you sign up today.   FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok Producer Mandy: @amanda.catalano on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Em Clarkson is a new mum and the founder of fitness community ‘The Have A Goes’. At 8 months postpartum, Em's body looks and feels different to what she’s used to, but instead of getting caught up in the pressure of “bouncing back”, she’s appreciating what her body is capable of and finding empowerment through rebuilding her strength and fitness. Steph & Em discuss how Em went from running in circles in the dark and hating her body, to leading a fitness movement, her debilitating experience of HG (Hyperemesis gravidarum) which prevented her from training through her pregnancy, how her daughter Arlo has cured her anxiety, and running her first half marathon since giving birth. FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on InstagramKic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.comSteph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTokProducer Mandy: @amanda.catalano on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a recent episode, Laura opened up about her fear of not coping if and when she has a child. This conversation ended up getting an overwhelming response from you guys saying how much you can relate. In Steph & Laura's catch up today, they speak with listener Lena who perfectly articulates what so many of us experience pre-kids. Also, Laura's got an update on her stolen car!   SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Sex Education, series on Netflix Laura – ‘How to De-Stress: Relaxation Intervention for Amanda (and You)!’ - We Can Do Hard Things with Glennon Doyle, podcast episode   Kic UPDATE: Today you’ll find 5 new treadmill classes in app with Laura! Whether you’re learning to run or building your stamina, there’s a workout for you. They're 10-30 minutes and you can ‘hot girl walk’ or run on the treadmill. Go at your own pace!   FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok Producer Mandy: @amanda.catalano on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Savannah Sachdev has gone for a run nearly 850 days in a row now, and although that may only seem possible from someone who is a pro runner with extreme motivation, for Savannah, she began running purely for the amazing effect it has on her mental health. Rather than focusing on distance or time, Savannah listens to her body and runs what she feels is right for her on the day. Her goal is to promote movement each day, regardless of what that looks like for every individual. In today's episode, Savannah also generously opens up about the struggles she has faced growing up in a conservative and strict family, what this means for her in comparison to her brother in terms of their romantic relationships, and how her family feels about her being openly sex positive online. She also speaks to her struggles with being in group situations and how she navigates this in the work that she does.   FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok Producer Mandy: @amanda.catalano on Instagram & Tiktok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Steph & Laura's catch up today, Laura reveals something that recently happened when she went through airport security that was by far the most embarrassing thing she's ever experienced in her life!! Also, there's something so many of us experience and are afraid of, but no one is talking about it. In today's episode, we not only talk about it, but also give some advice that will hopefully help you next time you find yourself having this thought.   SPECIAL SHARES: Steph – Fourth Wing, book by Rebecca Yarros Laura – Shameless podcast episode ‘Girl Summer Willy Nilly Winter’, then The Kardashians latest season Mandy – Kardashians imitator on Tiktok - @yurilamasbella   Kic UPDATE: Yesterday was the Kic app’s 5th Birthday! To celebrate, over the next 5 weeks we’re dropping 5 brand-new workouts from 5 iconic Kic trainers each week! First up, today we have 5 new flows with Christina, one of our OG Pilates girls!   FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Laura Henshaw: @laura.henshaw on Instagram & Tiktok Producer Mandy: @amanda.catalano on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chessie King is a content creator and the founder of BABYHOOD - a platform to support, guide and empower parents through their first 40 days post-partum. In today's KICBUMP episode, Steph chats to Chessie about some of the similarities and differences between their kids Rae and Harvey who are similar ages, how she balances work and motherhood, overcoming struggles with sleep, building your own motherhood community, and how to help your friends when they need it most in their parenting journey. Plus, if your sex life changed when you had a baby, don't worry, you're definitely not alone! Check out Chessie’s online parenting course BABYHOOD here   FOLLOW US: KICPOD: @kicpod on Instagram Kic: @kic.app on Instagram, @kic on TikTok and kicapp.com Steph Claire Smith: @stephclairesmith on Instagram, @steph_claire_smith on TikTok Producer Mandy: @amanda.catalano on Instagram & TiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.