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Now What? Podcast

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Single Parenting
Single Motherhood
Co-Parenting
Personal Growth
Mental Health
Parenting
Motherhood
Resilience
Family Dynamics
Community Support
Parenting Challenges
Relationships
Separation
Self-Care
Divorce
Meditation
Blended Families
Single Parenthood
Solo Motherhood
Dating

Now What? is a podcast for single mothers, solo mums by choice and women navigating separation, co-parenting, dating again and blended families. Formerly Mothering On My Own, the show has evolved to reflect how single motherhood keeps shifting and reshaping over time. Hosted by Rachel Maksimovic, it’s a space for honest conversations, expert insights and real stories that help you feel less alone ... more

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes108Founded3 years ago
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This episode dives into one of the messiest and most misunderstood dynamics in modern parenting, the relationship between a mum and the woman who steps into her kids' life. Step parent coach Kris joins the conversation to unpack the assumptions that ... more

Today's guest is Megan Dalla-Camina, author, women's leadership expert and PhD researcher, whose work explores what happens when women start questioning the lives they've built and begin reconnecting with themselves. Her latest book, She Who Remember... more

Child support. Say those two words and most people think it's simple, one parent transfers money to the other, end of story. But if you've been through it, you know that's not even close to the truth.

In this episode I sit down with Terese Edwards,... more

This week I'm joined by Leah Aguirre, licensed therapist, relationship expert and author of Is This Really Love. Leah has built a huge following talking honestly about emotional abuse and boundaries, and what makes her work land is that she's not jus... more

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Megan Dalla-Camina
Author, women's leadership expert and PhD researcher
Episode: The Doorway Divorce Opens, with Megan Dalla-Camina
Terese Edwards
CEO of Single Mother Families Australia
Single Mother Families Australia
Episode: The Truth About Child Support in Australia- with Terese Edwards
Leah Aguirre
Licensed therapist, relationship expert, and author
Episode: It Shouldn't Be This Hard: Emotional Abuse, Capacity and Trusting Yourself Again- with Leah Aguirre
Dr. Sarah Jane
Creator of Spinal Energetics; author
Spinal Energetics
Episode: When Life Doesn't Turn Out the Way You Planned- with Dr. Sarah Jane
Jemima Fallows
Solo mom living in Byron Bay; runs her own marketing business
Self-employed (Marketing)
Episode: What Nobody Tells You About Doing It Completely Alone- With Jemima Fallows
Hannah Rose Keys
Guest, previously featured guest who discussed separation and celibacy
Episode: What if you're not done with love. You're just scared of it?- With Hannah Rose Keys
Tara Pavlovic
OG Bachelor cast member, public figure who publicly shared about her divorce
Episode: I am grieving a marriage I needed to leave- with Tara Pavlovic
Katie Gett
Melbourne-based naturopath, food educator and founder of The Staple Store
The Staple Store
Episode: Which Ball Do You Want Me to Drop? Catie Gett on Nourishment, Survival Mode and the Real Cost of Doing It All Alone.
Amy Robinson
Content creator focused on inspiring single mothers through her experiences
Episode: Building a life on your own terms, with Amy Robinson

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Rachel Maksimovic
Host of Now What? Podcast (formerly Mothering On My Own) exploring single motherhood, separation, and post-relationship life.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • Good interview, terrible editing

    Enjoyed the interview but the editing was terrible, cutting between sentences and ad placement completely took away from it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Emmocalada
    Australia5 months ago
  • Clare W

    Thank you for this podcast, it helps me so much especially when I need to know someone else is going through this and understands Xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Clare Walpole
    Australiaa year ago
  • 10 Star Rating IMO

    Healing my loneliness one step at a time, so thankful for this podcast, I listen to it stuck in traffic whilst dropping my daughter to the OP and it truly keeps me feeling wholesome and less in that negative loop.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Emmacaggy
    Australia3 years ago
  • So glad I found this one🤍

    Thanks for creating such a loving space for single mums. We’re everywhere but somehow it can still feel lonely! Love this pod 🫶🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tamika 🌱
    Australia3 years ago
  • The podcast I wish I had…

    When I first became a single mum I would spend every harrowing kid-free evening walking along the beach at sunset. All I wanted was to listen to podcasts on divorce/ separation… I wanted to know I wasn’t alone. That others had felt this excruciating pain. That others had survived! I listened to them on double speed so I could get through as much content as possible. There were a few I found online but not many, and the ones I did listen to felt a little un relatable as I was young myself and als... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MotherMind
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners value candid, relatable stories and real-life strategies for solo parenting.
Audience finds the show a hopeful, supportive space for navigating tough life transitions.
Some listeners criticize production quality or editing in places, but praise the honesty and usefulness of topics.

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#174
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I am grieving a marriage I needed to leave- with Tara Pavlovic
Q: Can I ask, did those thoughts pop up that it maybe was your marriage?
Yes, there were moments of doubt and reflection about whether the marriage could be repaired, but over time the cumulative distress and panic attacks made the option of leaving the more sustainable path for her and for the kids.
Which Ball Do You Want Me to Drop? Catie Gett on Nourishment, Survival Mode and the Real Cost of Doing It All Alone.
Q: What moment made you realize food education might be the bigger mission beyond naturopathy?
Katie explains she always felt nutrition and public health were central to her work, and after years in health food shops and building community, she shifted toward education and accessible recipes to reach more families, especially those juggling busy lives and budget constraints.
Becoming a solo mum by choice: Everything you need to know, with Dr Daniel Lantsberg
Q: How can you ensure that you have the best possible pregnancy and birth?
By addressing all factors that could impact the risks of your pregnancy, including managing age-related risks with a qualified obstetrician.
Why ‘Good Enough’ parenting is more than enough- With Fiona Weaver (Mama Matters)
Q: Can you go into a little bit more detail on what Good Enough Parenting actually means?
Good enough parenting is a concept that suggests children grow better when they experience manageable small frustrations, allowing them to navigate life's challenges.
Sex, Intimacy & cultivating connection in parenthood- with Juliet Allen
Q: What can you suggest to women who have gone through separations and are rediscovering themselves?
Women should take time for self-discovery and healing before entering new relationships, at least a year off is advisable to understand oneself better.

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This show centers on single mothers, solo mums by choice, and women navigating separation, co-parenting, dating again, and blended families. Episodes mix personal stories with expert insights to help listeners feel less alone and better prepared for the next chapter, whether that means rebuilding after breakup, managing solo parenting, or pursuing new relationships. Notable are candid conversations about finances, housing, fertility, legal challenges, and practical strategies for resilience, community support, and self-care in the midst of change.

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Recent guests on Now What? Podcast include:

1. Megan Dalla-Camina
2. Terese Edwards
3. Leah Aguirre
4. Dr. Sarah Jane
5. Jemima Fallows
6. Hannah Rose Keys
7. Tara Pavlovic
8. Katie Gett

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