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Welcome to Not As We Planned, the honest podcast about relationships, dating, marriage, divorce and motherhood, and all the things no one really talks about.
From becoming a mum and navigating divorce, to rebuilding life as a single mum and dating again in your 30s, we’re sharing the real, messy and unexpected side... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 150 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ParentingKids & FamilyRelationshipsSociety & Culture | |||

She discovered her husband was having an affair, chose to forgive him and spent the next 10 years rebuilding their marriage… only to find herself right back where she started. This week, we hear from a woman questioning whether she wasted a decade af... more
Imagine watching your mum die from cancer while the man you trust tells you his cancer has come back too… only to discover he made the whole thing up.
This week we hear from a listener whose boyfriend lied about having cancer while her mum was termi... more
What if your biggest heartbreak is actually the beginning of your happiest chapter?
This week, we share some of the most uplifting listener stories we’ve ever received. From a woman whose husband left her for her friend before she unexpectedly found... more
When Hollie Dowding finally walked away from her abusive relationship, she never imagined the journey that would follow.
In this powerful and emotional conversation, Hollie shares how coercive control, trauma bonding and domestic abuse slowly took o... more
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Happily married but just love listening to this podcast! I find myself laughing out loud with the stories from Tash and Carly , feel proud to be a woman with the amazing women that write in with their stories! X
Happily married but I’m really enjoying this new find ❤️
Honestly 10/10
So much love from Australia
Going through a separation / divorce myself recently I found myself searching high and low for other women’s stories and support in the form of similar situations so that I could feel “normal”. This podcast is incredible. Love these two ladies and every episode is brilliant! Thank you so much for the comfort, tears and knowing that its ok if things don’t work out as we planned.
Loved finding these two ladies, they are so relatable to my current life! They make me laugh, cry and it’s inspirational to keep going. Thank you ladies!!!
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Notable themes across recent episodes center on relationship dynamics, dating after separation or divorce, single motherhood, and rebuilding life with honesty and actionable guidance. Listeners hear from hosts and guest contributors about real-life challenges—co-parenting, healing from toxic or abusive relationships, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-worth—often paired with practical resources, community support, and candid humor. The format blends listener stories, therapist-like guidance, and actionable steps, making it a supportive space for women navigating upheaval in love, family, and personal growth. A standout is the emphasis on community-building and transparency, with frequent calls to action around safety, self-care, and ... more
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Recent guests on Not As We Planned include:
1. Hollie Dowding
2. Aaron Dale
3. Sabrina Zohar
4. Shelley J Whitehead
5. Jessica Miller
6. Jessica May
7. Legally Nik
8. Lydia Bright
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