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Artwork for Growing
Motherhood
Pregnancy
Parenting
Breastfeeding
Midwifery
Twin Pregnancy
Postpartum
Self-Care
Postpartum Care
Sleep
Postpartum Recovery
Mental Health
Twins
Family Dynamics
Weaning
Body Image
Community Support
Postpartum Experiences
Postpartum Experience
VBAC

Growing is your handbook for birth, babies and beyond brought to you by midwives and mums Beth Ryan and Lilly Claxton. Join us every Wednesday for a solid dose of solidarity as we explore all things motherhood.

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Artwork for Growing

Latest Episodes

Work trips, Tassie trips and guilt trips — oh my.

This week is packed with growing pains and glimmers. Beth is feeling the heavy weight of trying to practise what she preaches as a woman, mother and business owner and wondering how the hell we’re su... more

Beth’s hit the bodily fluids trifecta this morning - covered in vomit, poo and wee all before 8am. And on this we chat about the many layers that come with loss in identity in motherhood and how hard it is to actually dress comfortably and practicall... more

We’re back from spring break, Glimmer Girls and the holiday hangover is real.

This week we’re debriefing travelling with kids, the logistics of babies on planes, pram drama, road trips, and the beautiful realisation that the things that once looked ... more

*SPRING BREAK THROWBACK* The Transition From 1 - 2

Please note this is a throwback episode, the ergoPouch code shared in todays episode is not currently active.

This week, Beth reflects on the first year of life with two little ones — the joy, th... more

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Recent Guests

Courtney Adamo
Mother of five, author, and creator of the Baby Chino blog
Courtney Adamo.
Episode: E107: Rituals, Rhythms & The Family Home with Courtney Adamo
Gabrielle Lorri
Founder of G.Lorri Labour Bodywork and fitness expert
G.Lorri Labour Bodywork
Episode: E103: Bodywork - The Ultimate Labour Hack With Gab Lorri
Sarah Mahri
Mum of five and certified baby wearing educator
Baby Wearing School of Australia
Episode: Baby Wearing 101: Safety, Benefits & Keeping Your Baby Close
Dr. Hazel Keedle
Senior Lecturer of Midwifery at Western Sydney University, focusing on women's experiences of maternity care, especially VBAC.
Western Sydney University
Episode: E94: VBAC: A Conversation with Dr Hazel Keedle
Eliza Hannam
GP and Board Certified Lactation Consultant, supports families specifically around feeding and sleep.
Nurtured
Episode: E85: All the Ways to Nourish Your Baby - with Dr. Eliza Hannam
Kel King
A photographer and stylist specializing in postpartum fashion.
Episode: E84: Glowing - Postpartum Style That Actually Works, with Kel King
Jo Robertson
Sex and relationship therapist focusing on female sexuality and postpartum intimacy.
joerobertson.org
Episode: E80: But where Did My Libido Go? Sex, Intimacy & Motherhood with Jo Robertson

Hosts

Beth Ryan
Host of Growing; midwife and mother; frequently shares personal birth and motherhood experiences.
Lilly Claxton
Co-host of Growing; midwife and mother; known for candid conversations and supportive, relatable guidance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 685 ratings
  • Best podcast

    My favourite pod for this phase of life! Hard relate to everything discussed. The hosts articulate the nuances of parenting and post partum so well. Love listening in every week and can’t wait for next weeks episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ylime8900
    Australia17 days ago
  • Relatable!!

    I so look forward to Wednesdays for the new episode. I find Lil & Beth so relatable. I love their perspectives as midwives but also mums. They keep it real, sharing all the glimmers and growing pains. Love love love so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmy0205
    Australia18 days ago
  • New favourite

    I’m so glad I stumbled across this pod, I can’t believe I didn’t know about it sooner! I love listening to Beth & Lilly’s weekly chats, glimmers and growing pains. It feels like I’m hanging with two mum friends when I have them in my ears. It’s so nice to hear similar experiences of motherhood and life, it definitely makes this mama feel less isolated. Thanks for your beautiful, authentic and uplifting podcast, girls x

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JillianR84
    Australia18 days ago
  • Wednesday is a great day

    Love hearing from the gals on a Wednesday! Something different yet familiar

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listeneroverhere
    Australia18 days ago
  • Glimmer girl

    My absolute favourite podcast, I'm always checking to see when the next episode is out. Thank you for creating such a relatable refreshing podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin AM
    Australia18 days ago

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Warm, honest conversations that feel like chatting with friends.
Relatable, calming, and genuinely supportive for new mums.
Candour and humor make heavy topics feel approachable.

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Q&A Ask Us Anything: Postpartum Edition
Q: How did you two meet and how often do you catch up in person?
They describe an online-to-offline friendship formed through professional connections who occasionally meet in person; their primary ongoing contact is via Instagram and Zoom, with occasional in-person meetups when possible.
Q&A Ask Us Anything: Postpartum Edition
Q: Can you give me any advice about knowing when you're ready for baby number two?
Both hosts share that readiness is highly personal and dependent on hormonal signals, physical recovery, and the family's logistical and emotional readiness, emphasizing patience and listening to one's body and heart.
E107: Rituals, Rhythms & The Family Home with Courtney Adamo
Q: What do you think is the key to successfully parenting teenagers?
Courtney highlights the importance of not taking their behavior personally and maintaining compassion for what they're going through.
E107: Rituals, Rhythms & The Family Home with Courtney Adamo
Q: What has your journey been like in figuring out the type of mother you wanted to be?
Courtney discusses how she parented intuitively, learning from her own experiences growing up in a large family, and emphasizes the dynamic nature of motherhood over time.
E103: Bodywork - The Ultimate Labour Hack With Gab Lorri
Q: When is the right time in their pregnancy journey to begin focusing on bodywork?
It is best to start focusing on bodywork when your body begins to indicate it needs assistance, especially if there's pain or discomfort. Further focus on baby positioning can begin around 34 weeks.

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Two practicing midwives and mothers talk through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and early parenting with warmth, candour, and practical tips. Episodes blend lived experience, medical insight, and humor, creating a supportive space for listeners navigating pregnancy, newborns, toddlers, and the evolving identity of motherhood. notable strengths include the hosts' professional background, a strong sense of community, and an honest, down-to-earth tone that resonates with new and expectant parents seeking relatable guidance and reassurance.

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Growing launched 4 years ago and published 169 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Courtney Adamo
2. Gabrielle Lorri
3. Sarah Mahri
4. Dr. Hazel Keedle
5. Eliza Hannam
6. Kel King
7. Jo Robertson

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