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Oh, HEY! Welcome to the Dumb Smart Mums podcast. The podcast where your hosts, Abbey and Charlotte, take you through everything and anything on the minds of contemporary mothers today. Equal parts silly and dumb, smart and insightful, but always evidence-based, accessible, and FUN. Each fortnight we'll don our respective social worker and academia caps, and cover different topics from momfluencers... more

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Recent Guests

Kahurangi Carter
Central Christchurch Greens MP, environmentalist, and advocate for children's rights and family support
Green Party, Christchurch Central MP
Episode: Kahurangi Carter (@kahucarter) on Young Motherhood, Two Under Two, Parenting as a Political Act, How Parenting Shaped Her Journey to Government, and Kids Being Their Own Person?
Heather Johnston
Doctor with lactation and perinatal expertise; CradledNZ
CradledNZ
Episode: Parenting is Political with Sophie Moskowitz feat. DR HEATHER JOHNSTON (@cradlednz)
Charlotte Kells Robertson
PhD in motherhood sociology; author of work on cultural contradictions of motherhood
University of Otago (reference to doctoral work)
Episode: How Elf on the Shelf and the Kardashians Stole Christmas | A HOLIDAY BONUS EPISODE WITH CHARLOTTE KELLS ROBERTSON (@phdmamanz)
Lydia Tuaiti
Creator, mum, and advocate sharing experiences as a stepmother and parent
I found Lydia (TikTok/Instagram)
Episode: Lydia Tuaiti (@ifoundlydia) on Being 'Lydia', Stepping into Stepparenthood, Running for Mental Health, HG, PND, Prioritising Culture, and Actually Breathing Properly
George Parker
Senior Lecturer in Health Service Delivery, midwife, and advocate for inclusive perinatal care
Victoria University of Wellington
Episode: Parenting is Political with Sophie Moskowitz feat. GEORGE PARKER!!
Di McHardy
Certified nutrition consultant, recipe creator and founder of Momma's Meals
Momma's Meals
Episode: Di McHardy (@_mamas_meals) on Resilience, Not Being Type A or B, 2 Under 2, a Postpartum Career Crisis, and the Love of Cooking
Marama Davidson
Co-leader of the Greens Party of Aotearoa New Zealand
Greens Party of Aotearoa New Zealand
Episode: Marama Davidson (@maramadavidson) on Being a Mum of Six, Navigating Work and Parenthood, Having Activist Parents, and Unconditional Love "Warts and All"
Emily Writes
Mom of two; activist and writer with a history of advocacy around neurodivergence and disability
Independent activist/writer
Episode: Parenting is Political with Sophie Moskowitz feat. EMILY WRITES!
Sinead Corcoran
A journalist, writer, and mumfluencer who shares candid insights about parenting and mental health.
Episode: Sinead Corcoran (sineadcorcoran_) on IVF, HG, Elective C Sections, Love is Blind With Your Baby, Being Relentlessly Vulnerable, PND, and Being so Young and Gorgeous Everyone Thinks You're the Nanny

Host

Abbey Harrison
Creator and host of the show; leads interviews with diverse parents and professionals to explore varied parenting journeys.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 26 ratings
  • Must listen for Mums

    I am obsessed with this podcast! Abby is such a great host, she asks great questions, is funny, awesome guests and she never misses with her releases

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ShazDogggg
    New Zealand10 months ago
  • Real, honest, beautiful stories from parents - with Abbey’s amazing interviewing!

    This podcast is such a gem. Abbey does a wonderful job of creating a warm, safe space where her interviewees open up about some of their honest parenting experiences. So refreshing to hear!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sophiefm03
    New Zealanda year ago

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Guests consistently provide hopeful, candid stories that feel accessible to all parents.
Warm, safe space where guests open up about honest parenting experiences.
Abbey asks great questions and keeps conversations engaging and relatable.

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Sinead Corcoran (@sineadcorcoran_) on Brazilian Waxes, Red Bull Comfort Toys, and Being the St John's Tent for New Parents
Q: What have you continued from how you were parented, and what have you left behind?
One host highlighted a nicotine habit passing through generations, while vowing to avoid harmful family patterns like smoking in unsafe conditions, and emphasized setting boundaries and safety in parenting.
Sinead Corcoran (@sineadcorcoran_) on Brazilian Waxes, Red Bull Comfort Toys, and Being the St John's Tent for New Parents
Q: What parenting hill are you willing to die on?
We discussed prioritizing simple, down-to-earth activities over pricey classes, with a preference for free or low-cost experiences and keeping babies engaged at home or in accessible spaces.
Sinead Corcoran (sineadcorcoran_) on IVF, HG, Elective C Sections, Love is Blind With Your Baby, Being Relentlessly Vulnerable, PND, and Being so Young and Gorgeous Everyone Thinks You're the Nanny
Q: Can you tell me about your journey to becoming a parent?
Sinead Corcoran discusses her experiences with IVF, struggling with hyperemesis gravidarum, and eventually choosing an elective C-section due to her health concerns.
Britt & MJ Meafou (@dadbehaviour) on Being High School Sweethearts, A Fertility Journey, Raising Kind Humans, and Creating Dads' Village Postpartum
Q: What is your biggest piece of advice to couples about to enter parenthood?
Make time for your relationship post-baby just as you do for your kid. Prioritize connecting with each other and be kind to yourselves.
Jo Robertson (@jorobertson.therapy) on Letting Her Kids Take Risks, 3 Boys Under 4, The Family Value of Adventure, and Raising Kids in the Internet Age.
Q: What does successful parenting mean or look like to you?
Success in parenting means maintaining a connection with your children, making them feel safe enough to express their feelings honestly.

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This show centers on the wide spectrum of parenting by putting real people in the hot seat with the same five questions each week. Across episodes, listeners hear diverse journeys—from infertility and pregnancy challenges to parenting in the public eye, queer and non-birthing family dynamics, entrepreneurship as a parent, and navigating digital life with kids. The format highlights authenticity, vulnerability, and practical reflections, making room for both heartwarming and hard-hitting stories. A standout aspect is its commitment to celebrating all parenting styles while drawing actionable takeaways for listeners who want honest, relatable perspectives beyond conventional parenting narratives.

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1. Kahurangi Carter
2. Heather Johnston
3. Charlotte Kells Robertson
4. Lydia Tuaiti
5. George Parker
6. Di McHardy
7. Marama Davidson
8. Emily Writes

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