RAWR The Podcast
Welcome to “RAWR The Podcast” with Amy & Grecian, where we talk real and raw with Mama’s who have had to fight and be fierce, who have been thrown curveballs and faced adversity. We discuss everything from premature birth and NICU life, to special needs and infant loss…nothing is off topic! We hope that by opening up and being vulnerable we can break down the walls and start to remove some of the shame and stigma associated with these traumatic experiences, while helping other Mama’s feel less alone.
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Episodes
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
This episode is dedicated to Willow Mae Bone.29/4/20 - 28/4/21.Forever in our hearts and shining brightly in the sky.
This week we honour the memory of Willow. Amy invites Kate from 'Milkshakes for Marleigh' and Emma from 'The Carers Club' to talk about holding space for grief and honouring special dates and anniversaries, while remembering Willow and holding Emma, Dylan and Hazel close to our hearts. Please note: this is a raw and unfiltered chat about infant loss and bereavement and may be triggering.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Milkshakes for Marleigh- The Carers Club- Audio: 'Winter Bear' by Coby Grant- Audio: 'And if you can't' by Sydney Hatcher of Carmen's Miracle Makers
"Run darling, run as fast as the stream flows. And if you can't, I'll run for you." - Sydney Hatcher
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
In this week's episode, Tara shares the journey of her warrior Jude, who fell devastatingly ill at just a few weeks of age. Their lives as they knew it were sent into complete turmoil and nothing could have prepared them for the challenges and devastation they were faced with, including sepsis, seizures, meningitis, brain damage and a congenital heart defect requiring open heart surgery. This story is quite heart-wrenching but also gives so much hope. In Tara’s words, its a journey of love, pain, strength, resilience and everything in-between. We just know it’s a story the world needs to hear.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Heart of a Warrior (Tara's Blog)- HeartKids- Ronald McDonald House Charities- Miracle Mumma
Monday Apr 11, 2022
Monday Apr 11, 2022
In our first 'RAWR Real Talk' episode we go back to the basics and have a casual chat about life - the good, the bad and the ugly. Emma talks about her recent break from the pod, sharing her truths and vulnerabilities about how despite society's expectations, grief doesn't get easier a year on. And Amy talks us through where they're at with Jack and how his increased awareness and insight of his medical procedures has been difficult for the family.
Mentioned in this episode:
Nurturing Gnomes@travelingwithgrief
Moving forward we aim to do a 'RAWR Real Talk' every month about life in general, where we're at emotionally, and what's happening behind the scenes. We hope you feel comfort knowing that you're not alone in the moments that others don't see.
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
Sunday Apr 03, 2022
We chat with Amy's fertility specialist Dr. Ray Yoong about all things infertility. Join us for an unfiltered and informative discussion about everything from endometriosis, AMH levels and laparoscopic surgery, to the hard conversations and when to say no. This is an episode everyone can learn something from and one that every woman needs to hear!
Mentioned in this episode: - Dr Ray Yoong- Repromed
Monday Mar 28, 2022
Monday Mar 28, 2022
Infertility warrior Olivia shares her ongoing struggle with severe endometriosis and adenomyosis, including multiple surgeries, chemically induced menopause, egg & embryo preservation and IVF.
Liv opens up about this taboo subject with such courage and grace in the hopes that others can stop suffering in silence. She says "we celebrate pregnancies with all our friends, family and the community but when it doesn't happen or doesn't go to plan you're expected to deal with all those emotions yourself. It has never made sense to me."
Mentioned in this episode: - Dr Ray Yoong- Repromed
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
This week we had a chat with one of our fav SuperMama's Hayley about the misconceptions of parenting a child with a chronic medical condition and invisible disability, the psychological impact of medical trauma and a child's subsequent need for control, Hayley's recent cancer diagnosis, and her firecracker daughter Pippa who is the face of a very special @costco_aus campaign supporting @wchfoundation.
Mentioned in this episode: WCH Foundation - https://wchfoundation.org.auCostco - https://www.costco.com.auTotal Support Services - https://totalsupportservices.com.auCarers SA - https://www.carerssa.com.au
We hope you love it, thankyou for listening!
Emma & Amy x
Monday Mar 07, 2022
Monday Mar 07, 2022
This episode we chat to Sydney Hatcher, founder of Carmen's Miracle Makers, three-time author, and above all, mother to four girls, one of which resides in heaven. We discuss the loss of Sydney's 'heart warrior' daughter Carmen, including their long PICU stay and how Sydney found hope and brightness in the small but mighty moments. Pain and passion collided, and Sydney's mission ever since has been to continue Carmen's story by assisting other families in obtaining joy and finding the good in each day. This ep has something for everyone and feels like a big old hug from your very best friend.
Monday Feb 28, 2022
Monday Feb 28, 2022
This week we discuss the unknown and unexpected challenges of taking your premature baby home from hospital, including the misconceptions, guilt, grief, loneliness, self-doubt and lack of support. The premmie journey doesn't end when you leave NICU, and for some, it is just the beginning. We're here to remind you that there's a community of parents standing beside you who get it, and we've got your back.
Monday Feb 21, 2022
Monday Feb 21, 2022
This week we chat with Kate from 'Milkshakes for Marleigh' about the realities of parenting medically complex kids, including carer burnout, isolation, NDIS, medical trauma and the things people should never say! We provide invaluable first-hand insight and advice while reflecting on our own experiences and coping strategies, with the hopes of making this journey a little less lonely for others.
The Milkshakes for Marleigh podcast tells the survival stories of blood product recipients. Both Emma & Amy's families have benefited from Australian blood donors, making this pod extremely close to our hearts. You can find them wherever you get your pods, and be sure to register your next blood donation against their Lifeblood team!
We also mention The Carers Club in this episode, a community providing online and in-person support for carers, bereaved carers and friends of carers. You can find them here: www.thecarersclub.com.au
Thankyou for listening!
Monday Feb 14, 2022
Monday Feb 14, 2022
This week we introduce our very first guest, Dani, who nearly lost her daughter Mahlia multiple times, enduring 8 surgeries and spending 310 days of her first year in hospital. Mahlia now lives with short bowel syndrome, a life-long condition requiring IV nutrition via a central line in her chest. Dani is a true inspiration and very loved member of our community - her story is one you don't want to miss!
About RAWR
Welcome to “RAWR The Podcast” with Amy and Grecian, where we talk real and raw with Mama’s who have had to fight and be fierce, who have been thrown curveballs and faced adversity.
We discuss everything from premature birth and NICU life, to special needs and infant loss. We don’t share your average Mama stories, and this isn’t your average podcast. RAWR is unrefined and breaks through the bullshit of navigating guilt, grief and trauma.
We hope that by opening up and being vulnerable we can break down the walls and start to remove some of the shame and stigma associated with these traumatic experiences, while helping other Mama’s feel less alone.