School Mums keeps it real about school life! Expect raw convos and a whole lot of "yep, I totally get that." The school journey isn't an easy one but you're not alone, and this is the perfect place to hear the lived experiences of other mums going through the same challenges and chaos as you!
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Mel has helped build several girls’ soccer teams from the ground up and now serves as a Director at a large club, dedicating countless hours to growing the game for young female players. We discuss whether pushing kids to compete from a young age is actually beneficial, plus so much more!
4 Mar 2026
Solo Parenting & Travelling for Work
How do you parent when your job requires you to travel regularly? Fleur has been solo parenting for several years, however her work as a travel journalist means she's forever juggling school bags and suitcases. During our chat, Fleur shares some very handy travel tips and the best places to visit with kids, and explains how she keeps the household running and kids organised when she's away. Follow Fleur on Instagram @fleurbainger
1 Feb 2026
A Teacher's Guide to High School
What’s really changed in high school—and what hasn’t? In this episode of Schools Mums, we hear it straight from a teacher with decades of experience across all-girls, all-boys and co-ed schools. We unpack the challenges kids face today and ask the big question parents are still debating: is single-gender schooling better than co-ed?
21 Dec 2025
Raising the 'dud' gender
When Channel 7 news and weather presenter, Amelia Broun, announced she was pregnant with boy number three, the reactions that followed shocked her. This prompted her to write a newspaper article that unexpectedly attracted plenty of attention and sparked a much bigger conversation. In this episode, Amelia shares the assumptions around raising boys and why these attitudes need changing.
25 Nov 2025
Growing feet with Dr Sophie
Are crocs good or bad for kids? How do you know if a shoe actually fits? Which footwear brands are best? Is being barefoot beneficial? How do you treat common foot issues in children and are clippers or scissors better for little toenails?
In this episode, podiatrist Dr Sophie shares simple, helpful and practical advice every parent will appreciate. This is a must listen episode!
If you want to get in touch with Dr Sophie visit www.stirlingpodiatry.com.au
11 Nov 2025
Love, Life & Cancer
What would Cath call a movie about her life? You'll find out during our chat - and it's a title that says it all! A mum of two boys and the carer for her terminally ill husband, Cath speaks with honesty and heart about love, life and the reality of living with cancer at home.
24 Sept 2025
Starting a new life in Australia
Two years ago, Tejal packed up her life in South Africa and moved to Australia with her husband and two boys - a country that was never even on her radar. So how did it all turn out?
9 Sept 2025
Gifted Children
Adriana talks about her experience raising two gifted children.
28 Aug 2025
Homeschooling
Rennae, a mum of 3 girls, switched from the mainstream education system to homeschooling. She gives an insight into her journey so far.
18 Aug 2025
Neurodiversity
As a single mum raising two neurodivergent children, Bree has spent alot of time and energy trying to figure out the best ways to support their learning in the current system. It hasn't been an easy journey, and Bree openly shares the lessons she has learned along the way.
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