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KICPOD is a D&M with your besties on the stuff that matters. Hosted by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw, founders of Kic, a health & wellness app that focuses on feeling your best, not looking a certain way. To learn more you can find them on Instagram at @kicpod, @kic.app, @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or visit their website kicapp.com
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May 1, 2022 • 41min
KICBUMP: The Hormone Rollercoaster: Postpartum & Weaning off Breastfeeding
In this episode, Steph opens up about her own experiences around the hormonal shifts and emotions she experienced post the birth of her baby Harvey, and more recently the hormonal change since weaning off breastfeeding. Outside of sharing her personal experience, Amanda Ward (Steph’s OB) explains what is going on in a woman’s body in both of these stages to help us better understand why you may be feeling or reacting the way you are! Thank you to our KICBUMP community members who shared their experiences with Steph to share as well! If you’re looking for an online community of other mummas to connect with, you can find our private KICBUMP page on Facebook. To celebrate mothers day, Steph will be running a LIVE KIC workout in the KICBUMP FB community at 10am on the 9th of May. https://panda.org.au - support for you and your family SPONSOR SHOUTOUT: Thanks to this weeks sponsor ROCC Naturals you can try their vitamin enriched toothpaste in Australia's first biodegradable toothpaste tube. Jump online to roccnaturals.com.au and try a tube for half price PLUS enjoy free shipping. Enter code KICCPOD2022 to redeem.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 26, 2022 • 47min
Living a Life with Impact with Maria Thattil
On this week’s episode of the KICPOD, Steph and Laura spoke to the incredible Maria Thattil. Maria takes us through her journey of transitioning away from the corporate world and into the limelight where she’s making waves a TV personality, keynote speaker, writer and creator. Maria opened up about her relationship with her body, her battle with anxiety and how she found the courage to step out and do something which went against the opinions of those around her. This chat with Maria reminds us to always to believe in ourselves, stick to our guns and battle through our self doubt to become the best and most impactful version of ourselves. SPECIAL GUEST:Maria Thattil SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - Greenlights by Matthew McConaughey & Anatomy of a Scandal on NetflixLaura - Coda on Apple TV KIC UPDATES:Meditate in May with KIC!Win tickets to our Cardio Pilates Party on the 7th of May. Enter here. SPONSOR SHOUTOUT:Shop La Roche-Posay’s range of skincare at www.laroche-posay.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 5, 2022 • 1h 3min
Why Do We Feel Guilty All the Time and is it a Bad Thing!?
In this week’s episode of the KICPOD Steph and Laura discuss guilt - the emotional reaction we all experience where we feel responsible or regretful for what has or hasn’t happened. Steph and Laura open up about when, where and how they have felt guilt. They reflect on their personal experiences which have triggered guilt and discuss how they have worked through the feelings of falling short when feeling guilty. Steph and Laura’s vulnerable conversation highlights the prevalence of guilt within our modern lives and encourages you to work through your guilt. We hope this episode motivates you to reduce the burden you allow yourself to feel whenever you experience guilt. SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - A shoutout to Laura for being a finalist in the the Women Leading Tech Awards, Executive Leader Category Laura - The Imperfects Podcast Episode with Johann Hari - Why You Can't Pay AttentionKIC UPDATES:KIC Squad Faves Challenge. Starts this week! KIC PARTY, Monday 11th April, 6:30pm AEST SPONOSR SHOUTOUT:This episode is brought to you by adidas. The new Ultraboost 22 has landed - designed by women, for women. You can shop the Adidas Ultraboost 22 via the Adidas app, instore or online at adidas.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apr 3, 2022 • 35min
KICBUMP: Life as a Stay at Home Dad with Josh Miller
On this very exciting episode, Steph chats with her husband and Harvey’s dad, Josh Miller!Now that Steph’s returned to the KIC office, Josh is proudly a stay at home dad. Together they explore his work-life pre-Harvey, how he’s coping with this new lifestyle, tips on avoiding groundhog day, the importance of filling your cup outside of parenthood and the pressures and stigma around stay at home dads.Whether you’re a new parent, soon-to-be or simply interested in how it all works BTS, we have no doubt you’ll love this episode with Josh.SPECIAL GUESTJosh Miller 1 FREE MONTH WITH KIC Use the code KICPODAPRIL for one free month with KIC at www.keepitcleaner.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 29, 2022 • 57min
The Raw Reality of Domestic Abuse and Family Violence
This week we spoke to Tarang Chawla, the host of Future Women’s Podcast ‘There’s No Place Like Home’ about domestic and family violence. In this chat Tarang shares his personal experience with domestic violence and unpacks the complexities of abuse.This conversation provides an understanding into the multitude of ways in which domestic violence can appear and highlights the dire need for increased awareness. Tarang also speaks to the common feeling of shame and why those experiencing domestic violence often don’t seek support.If you are experiencing domestic violence we encourage you to reach out for help by contacting the national counselling service 1800RESPECT (1800 737 732) or Lifeline on 13 11 14 or text 0477 13 11 14 at night. SPECIAL GUEST:Tarang Chawla Listen to Tarang's Future Women Podcast here. SPECIAL SHARES:Steph - 'Low and Slow' - NEW Low Impact KIC WorkoutLaura - The Dropout on Disney+ & WeCrashed on Apple TV SPONOSR SHOUTOUT:This episode is brought to you by adidas. The new Ultraboost 22 has landed - designed by women, for women. You can shop the Adidas Ultraboost 22 via the Adidas app, instore or online at adidas.com. KIC UPDATES:Brand new Low Impact Workouts with Brooke have launched in your KIC app.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 22, 2022 • 45min
D&M - Missing Your Ex, Finding Independence & Paving Your Own Way
In this episode Steph and Laura share their advice on your D&M's. They unpack your questions about missing your ex, feeling like you’re falling behind in your life, navigating how to live away from your loved ones and finding independence.There’s never a right or wrong answer, however there’s always room for conversations to provide you with some food for thought. We hope this chat leaves you feeling a little less alone and empowered to tackle whatever you might be facing with more confidence.SPECIAL SHARESSteph - 'Fired up' KIC Cardio PilatesLaura - Byron Baes NetflixKIC UPDATESTickets are still available to KIC it with us IRL in Brisbane this Saturday the 26th of March! Want to join us? Get your tickets here.Low Impact workouts with Brooke are dropping in your KIC app this Monday the 28th of March!SPONOSR SHOUTOUTThis episode is brought to you by adidas. The new Ultraboost 22 has landed - designed by women, for women. You can shop the Adidas Ultraboost 22 via the Adidas app, instore or online at adidas.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 20, 2022 • 47min
KICBUMP: When Birth Plans don't go to Plan
In today's KICBUMP episode Steph reflects on her own birth story, and shares a number of the communities birth stories too where their birth didn't exactly go to plan!The common piece of advice; have preferences over having a plan & remember that your personal feelings when you reflect on your own birth are valid no matter what they are. You are able to feel grateful at the same time as disappointed - the two feelings absolutely can sit parallel when it comes to reflecting on your birth.If you’re looking for an online community of other mummas to connect with, you can find our private KICBUMP page on Facebook.Thank you to todays sponsor, ErgoPouch. If you’re interested in checking them out, you can purchase the NEW Winter Harvest Collection, and their entire safe-sleep approved range, which covers newborns to 12-year-olds, exclusively online through the ergoPouch website; ergopouch.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 15, 2022 • 54min
The power of mindset and finding happiness with Em Carey
With World Happiness Day quickly approaching, Steph and Laura took the opportunity to chat with ray of sunshine Em Carey also known as 'the girl who fell from the sky'. After becoming paralysed from the waist down when her parachute didn't open whilst skydiving, Em had to learn to walk again. Although in an irreversible situation, Em didn't let this stop her. In this chat she shares her journey after her accident and her tips on how to find happiness and have strength in the most uncontrollable of situations. Our happiness is in own hands and Em wants to remind you that even though the problem might not go away, you have the power to change the way you look at it. This chat serves as a reminder to shift the focus off of what you don’t have onto what you DO have and to have faith in your own strength. SPECIAL GUESTEmma Carey SPECIAL SHARESSteph - Disney's Encanto Laura - The Daily Podcast Want to KIC it with us IRL? There are still tickets available for our Melbourne and Brisbane KICTOUR events. So head to our website and grab your tickets now!SPONOSR SHOUTOUT This episode is brought to you by adidas. The new Ultraboost 22 has landed - designed by women, for women. You can shop the Adidas Ultraboost 22 via the Adidas app, instore or online at adidas.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 7, 2022 • 50min
Owning Your Career with My Millennial Career
Happy International Women's Day KICPOD listeners!This week on the KICPOD Steph and Laura speak to Emily & Shelley from My Millennial Career.Together they discuss this year's IWD theme #BreakTheBias and cover different biases that exist in the workplace. Check out Emily and Shelly's podcast. SPECIAL SHARES:Laura - https://www.internationalwomensday.com/LeanInSteph - Self Care @watchselfcare on TikTok 24 Hour IWD KIC Sale!Enjoy 50% off of our quarterly memberships. That's 3 months of KIC for only $24.47. Hurry, ends midnight tonight. Available only at www.keepitcleaner.com. SPONOSR SHOUTOUTThis episode is brought to you by adidas. The new Ultraboost 22 has landed - designed by women, for women. You can shop the Adidas Ultraboost 22 via the Adidas app, instore or online at adidas.com. MENTIONS:https://www.givit.org.au/storms-and-floodinghttps://implicit.harvard.edu/implicit/takeatest.htmlSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 6, 2022 • 36min
KICBUMP: The fourth trimester
This week on the KICBUMP pod, Steph reflects on her own experiences as a brand new mum in that 'fourth trimester' - the period that a lot of the pregnancy/baby books forget to cover! She share's her own tips and tricks to help you through this challenging yet exciting time, and also has three guests share their wisdom too. Those guests are; Maggie (@thepeninsulamumma) a mum of two, Emma Walker (@emmacharlottew) a midwife and good friend of Steph's and Ashleigh Mason (thewomenslifephysio), our KIC physio and womens health educator. We hope you finish this episode feeling excited and ready for the journey ahead into motherhood. Remember our KICBUMP Fb community is there to support you, we can be your virtual mothers group. Find us on Fb and join today. SPECIAL SHARE: Book: The Motherhood, Jamila Rizvi DONATE NOW: https://www.givit.org.au/storms-and-floodingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.