Ready or Not

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Motherhood

Parenting

Work-Life Balance

Maternity Leave

Mental Health

Childcare

Self-Care

Mental Load

Parental Leave

Career Development

Breastfeeding

Flexible Work

Pregnancy

Family Dynamics

Working Mothers

Burnout

Grief

Australia

Flexible Work Arrangements

Entrepreneurship

The podcast for and about mums who make work, work, brought to you by two sort of cousins Loz (mum of three) and Lu (mum of two). Each Monday, we banter on all things motherhood, feminism, career, ambition, and pop culture. Thursdays, we answer three listener questions on all things motherhood and career. As an extension of the motherhood/career conversation, each month, you'll also find an interv... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	439	Founded	4 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ParentingKids & Family

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Latest Episodes

The work and motherhood cliches we don't live by

Welcome back to the show! Coming up: light and fluffy things ahead, as Lu takes Loz through a list of motherhood and career cliches, and the pair rate them together.

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Yesterday • 23 min

“What’s the best day to take off when working part-time?”

DEAR READY OR NOT: Which day should you take off if you’re returning to work four days a week? Should you accept a 12-month contract extension when you’re pregnant and know you’ll be taking maternity leave a few months in? And is one too young to lea... more

26 Aug 2026 • 11 min

Lindsey Clancy, Hayden Panettiere, and a labor senator's postpartum health push

CONTENT WARNING: Episode discusses death, addiction, and postpartum mental health. Welcome back to the show! Coming up: a look at some of the biggest stories in the news currently, and why postpartum health is at the forefront of our minds as we read... more

23 Aug 2026 • 36 min • Most popular

“When should I start trying for baby number two?”

DEAR READY OR NOT: How do you juggle daycare sickness with a full-time job? Is there ever a right time to have baby number two? And should you list parental leave on your resume?

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19 Aug 2026 • 11 min

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Recent Guests

Ashley Brooks-Garrett

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Episode: The mythical history of women and work with Ashley Brooks-Garrett

Julia Busuttil Nishimura

Cookbook author and mother

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Episode: Julia Busuttil Nishimura on figuring it out as she goes

Antoinette Latouf

Author of Women Who Win; interviewed on the episode

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Episode: "I don’t know how you do it all” (I don’t)

Sharina Simnett

Guest who shared her personal journey through burnout, motherhood, and career at Yoto

Yoto

Episode: Sharina Simnett on doing work and motherhood her way

Alicia Loxley

Public journalist and mother of three

Nine News

Episode: Alicia Loxley: “Lifting women up doesn’t push men down”

Estelle Griepink

Journalist

Former Ready or Not guest

Episode: What we’d go back and tell ourselves… with Estelle Griepink & Lana Murphy

Lana Murphy

Journalist

Former Ready or Not guest

Episode: What we’d go back and tell ourselves… with Estelle Griepink & Lana Murphy

Bree Johnson

Co-founder of Frank Body and Willow & Blake; author-to-be; Mum of two

Fram Body, Willow & Blake

Episode: Bree Johnson on the myth of work-life balance

Jen Muir

Expert on Connected Parenting, providing guidance on parenting challenges

Connected Parenting

Episode: Will AI replace my job?

Hosts

Loz

Host of Ready or Not; mum of three; co-host who introduces topics and personal experiences

Lucinda

Host of Ready or Not; mum of two; co-host who discusses motherhood and career

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 396 ratings

Thank you 🩷
Hi Lu and Loz,
I just wanted to say thank you for Ready or Not. It’s become one of the highlights of my week.
What I love most is how you can have different perspectives without trying to convince each other who’s right. You make space for different experiences, which feels so refreshing.
I also love that you don’t take yourselves too seriously. The mix of honesty, humour and practical advice makes the podcast feel like a chat with friends.
I have a 2.5 year and a nine-month-old, and I’m abo... more
Apple Podcasts
5
Cristinalevy
Australiaa month ago
Great banter and great insight!
I love the pod! Always great topics, relatable content, makes me feel like I’m just chatting with friends that I know!
Apple Podcasts
5
lluongjks
Australiaa month ago
When work and motherhood collide - PRESS PLAY!
Turns out the hardest part of being a working parent isn’t the calendar juggling—it’s finding people willing to talk honestly about it. This podcast has become my lifeline from the very first episode - giving me the conversations I was craving when there was nowhere else to have them. Loz and Lou are equal parts validating, insightful and reassuring, and remind me that if I feel like I am making it up as I go along… so is everyone else. If you’re trying to balance ambition with bedtime stories, ... more
Apple Podcasts
5
jessmcglinchey
Australia2 months ago
Fav new mum podcast
This podcast has been my new BFF through maternity leave! It’s really helpful in navigating going back to work but also just life situations too now I’m a new mum. Love you guys. Thanks for keeping me company these last 7 months xx
Apple Podcasts
5
saraarraahh
Australia3 months ago
Love this podcast
I love love love this pod.
I sometimes feel
Like I’m there and you are talking about scenarios I’ve been through so good. Great topics and what a great chemistry you have ❤️
Apple Podcasts
5
The mothering Project
Australia4 months ago

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Listeners praise relatable, honest conversations and the balance of humor with practical advice.

Audience notes strong chemistry between hosts and appreciation for non-judgmental, empathetic approach.

Listeners say episodes feel like chats with friends who understand the juggle of work and motherhood.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts	#143	United Kingdom/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#235	United Kingdom/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#11	Australia/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#46	Australia/Kids & Family
Apple Podcasts	#28	United Arab Emirates/Kids & Family/Parenting
Apple Podcasts	#45	New Zealand/Kids & Family/Parenting

Talking Points

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“I was made redundant on maternity leave. Help!”

Q: Question three, Kyla asks whether to stay in a high-paying but unfulfilling US tech role or seek something more meaningful, potentially with less pay.

The hosts recommend a temperature check on soul-destroying aspects of the job, prioritizing mental health and culture, and ultimately leaving if the role drains you, even if it sacrifices pay; they stress that money isn't worth sacrificing wellbeing.

“I was made redundant on maternity leave. Help!”

Q: Question two, Sam asks if it's acceptable to take a permanent part-time role for a year, then take two years of maternity leave, and handle the guilt and judgment.

They affirm the right to prioritize family and use policies, emphasizing the small window of time and the importance of not apologizing for family needs; they suggest aiming for roles that fit the family plan while negotiating; also encourage discussing long-term implications with partners and understanding trade-offs.

“I was made redundant on maternity leave. Help!”

Q: Question one, Tess asks about being made redundant while on maternity leave and how to navigate redeployment versus returning full-time.

The hosts advise applying for full-time roles when possible, negotiating hours later, and considering redeployment within the organization as it leverages your inside knowledge, while acknowledging that it may not be the exact role you want.

Help! My kid only eats beige food or vegemite on toast

Q: Hi Loz and Lu, is anyone else's kid living entirely on beige food?

Yes, many kids go through phases, and it's possible to balance by keeping simple beige options while gradually adding fruits, milk, and vegetables in small, appealing ways.

What your child needs most (it's not what you think) with Gen Muir

Q: What should parents do when their child has a meltdown in public?

Acknowledge the meltdown, accept your own feelings, and focus on surviving the moment while prioritizing the child's safety and emotional reset, rather than trying to magically calm every situation.

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What is Ready or Not about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on working motherhood, balancing career ambitions with family life, and feminist perspectives in a warm, practical, and community-minded way. Episodes blend personal stories, listener questions, and data-driven discussions on parenting, workplaces, and policy, with a strong emphasis on real-world tips for juggling childcare, flexibility, and career progression. A notable strength is the candid, empathetic banter between two mum-hosts who share vulnerability, humor, and solid advice, often grounded in Australian contexts. Long-running segments (like listener Q&As and themes around mental load, sleep, and returning to work) make the content consistently actionable for listeners navigating similar life stages. Potential sponso... more

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2. Julia Busuttil Nishimura
3. Antoinette Latouf
4. Sharina Simnett
5. Alicia Loxley
6. Estelle Griepink
7. Lana Murphy
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