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This week we’re talking about the expectations put on mothers sharing (or not sharing) motherhood online.
We know y’all love Shameless as much as we do, so you might have heard a conversation that Michelle & Zara had a few weeks ago about Margot Robbie and an article calling her out for pretending she’s “not a mum”.
It inspired us to share our own experiences of sharing motherhood online and how Laura’s opinions have changed since giving birth to Atlas.
Also! Laura responds to an unhinged troll comment about her breastfeeding Atlas on video.
WE MENTIONED
Watch Em Clarkson's video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXKLHQJNMNC/
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: Love On The Spectrum https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81338328
Laura: More Than A Provider by Movember https://au.movember.com/story/more-than-a-provider
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Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on Tiktok
Kic @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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It was time for another money episode! Jessica Brady is a money educator, a former licensed financial adviser, host of the podcast ‘Financially Fierce’ and author of the brand new book ‘Get Growing: A No-Nonsense Guide to Cultivating Wealth and Financial Freedom’.
Laura spoke with Jess about the beliefs that shape our relationships with money, aligning our spending with our values, setting short term & long term goals, building wealth for the future, and lots more!
FIND OUT MORE
Jess was on KICPod last year. The episode was called ‘Misogyny & financial abuse - the red flags - Am I Equal? a miniseries with Laura Henshaw’ and you can listen to it here: https://pod.fo/e/2e3b05
Check out Jess’ book: https://www.booktopia.com.au/get-growing-jessica-brady/book/9781394352661.html?
Listen to Jess’ podcast ‘Financially Fierce’ https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/financially-fierce/id1727968994
Check out Jess’ Greenhouse Money Growing Program: https://courses.jessicabrady.com.au/TheGreenhouseMoneyGrowingProgram
Follow Jess on Instagram @jessbrady_financialadvice
KICBump PODCAST
Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
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KICPOD @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at [email protected]
Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on Tiktok
Kic @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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This week Laura kicks off the episode with a surprise message to Steph <3
Then we speak about Abbey Gelmi sharing her experience of sexual harassment.
Abbey Gelmi is a sports journalist, television presenter, and co-host of the podcast 'Two Good Sports' with Georgie Tunny. In a recent episode, Abbey opened up about being sexually harassed by a man on numerous different online platforms. We listened to the episode and we wanted to share our reactions.
We’re sending all our love to Abbey <3
GET HELP
In Australia you can report cyberbullying, adult cyber-abuse, image-based abuse, and illegal & restricted content here: https://www.esafety.gov.au/report/forms
1800 RESPECT is Australia’s domestic family and sexual violence counselling service. 1800RESPECT is available for free, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call 1800 737 732 or find out more at https://1800respect.org.au/
FIND OUT MORE
The episode we mentioned is called ‘Abbey shares her experience with sexual harassment and her hope for women in sports media’ and you can listen to it here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/abbey-shares-her-experience-with-sexual-harassment-and/id1702105486?i=1000757550251
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: the Witchery White Shirts https://www.witchery.com.au/white-shirt-campaign/
Laura: Wuthering Heights https://www.hoyts.com.au/movies/wuthering-heights
We also recommend following Mandy on Instagram for her hilarious MAFS takes! Follow her at @amanda.catalano
Kic UPDATE
Our KIC Dineamic ready-made meals are available online and in-store! Steph's fave is the creamy chicken orzo, and Laura's fave is the enchilada. Shop the full range here: https://www.dineamic.com.au/pages/kic
KICBump PODCAST
Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED
KICPOD @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at [email protected]
Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on Tiktok
Kic @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s time to open the mailbox!
QUESTION #1: my fiancé went to the strippers on his buck’s night. He told me straight away and he can’t stand the thought of cheating, but I can’t get the thought of another woman sitting naked on his lap, out of my head
QUESTION #2: I’m 18 weeks pregnant and I’m really struggling with family commenting on my body using words like "fatty" or "oh yes, your gut is getting bigger" when I barely have a bump
SEND US YOUR QUESTIONS
If you have a question you want our opinion on, please slide into our DMs on Instagram! We’re @kicpod. If you’re not on Instagram, you can email us at [email protected].
All questions will be anonymous <3
KICBump PODCAST
Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED
KICPOD @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at [email protected]
Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on Tiktok
Kic @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You know how much we love a trip down memory lane. Steph's been getting targeted with reels about what life was like as a kid in Australia during the late 90’s and early 2000’s, and so we wanted to ask you guys - what do you miss most about that time? We’re talking computer rooms, Dolly magazine, the Sims, calling the landline and talking to your friend’s mum, Video Ezy on a Friday night, and lots more!
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: ‘I Am Blessed’ by Desirée Dawson https://open.spotify.com/track/2tXyC5ochPR7mVCWb7Z6Ti?autoplay=true
Laura: the library
Kic UPDATE
We’re officially opening our doors to KICStudio this Saturday!!!

To make our opening week even more special, each day, one of our favourite brands will be taking over and treating you to a very generous gift.

Blitz Bar will be keeping you nourished with DIY Acai bowlsMecca is kindly gifting Kit Magnesium Oil and Workout WashesUnyoked is treating 5 community members with a two-night stay voucher worth over $600 each!!On Wednesday, everyone will be walking away in a pair of TWOOBS iconic BFF thongs. (pronounced TOOBS)Francesca is gifting their stunning Crystal Wave Huggies and Aurora Bracelets.And Sense of Self is helping you find your calm with house blend oils.

Head to @kic.studio on Instagram to discover what daily surprise you’ll find on your mat <3
KICBump PODCAST
Looking for our parenting podcast? It’s called KICBump and you can listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify
FOLLOW US & GET INVOLVED
KICPOD @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at [email protected]
Steph Claire Smith @stephclairesmith on Instagram & @steph_claire_smith on TikTok
Laura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on Tiktok
Kic @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.