Growing

This week we’re diving into the ins and outs of how Beth has thoughtfully mapped out her plans and intentions to take maternity leave from her business, PowerBirth.
It’s a conversation that explores the many variations of how women are navigating work - building businesses, fuelling passion projects, contributing financially - while also surrendering deeply into the beauty, slowness, and intensity of early motherhood.
We speak honestly about the pinch point so many women feel: the tension between professional identity and maternal identity. The desire for spaciousness, presence, and softness… alongside the very real financial and practical considerations that don’t disappear just because a baby (or two!!) arrives.
Beth shares what intentional planning has looked like for her - what she’s putting in place, what she’s letting go of, and how she’s preparing both logistically and emotionally for this next season.
If you’re navigating maternity leave, returning to work, running a business, or simply sitting in the in-between, we hope this episode makes you feel seen.
If this conversation resonated, please share it with a Mum friend who’s also wading her way through the juggle. And if you haven’t already, we’d be so grateful for a rating or review — it helps more women find our little corner of the internet.
We know we’re bias but if you’ve listened and you’re looking for your own birth education now is the perfect opportunity to book with PowerBirth ✨ 
Find us over on Instagram @growingthepodcast @birthwithbeth and @lillian.beth

This week Beth and Lil dip their toes into the planning of their postpartum era keeping our Glimmer Girls front of mind — it’s postpartum princess priorities in the best way. 
We talk about creating a gentle landing after birth: wrapping yourself in small comforts, little luxuries, and practical anchors that help you feel human again in the haze of newborn life. Fresh jammies, soft fabrics, and a beautiful body wash can go a surprisingly long way.
Think less “bounce back,” more cocoon, nourish, and be held.
✨ Postpartum Princess Priorities  
Pajamas
Papinelle — luxe softness with timeless styles

Piyama — made for pregnancy and postpartum

Kmart — affordable and surprisingly comfy staples

Target — great everyday options

Bonds — iconic Aussie comfort wear

Lounge Sets
Kmart

Target

Nude Lucy — elevated basics you’ll live in 

H&M — soft, relaxed fits at a good price point

Undies & Bras
Hotmilk Lingerie — supportive and actually pretty

Milk the Label — minimalist maternity essentials

Bare Mum Compression Undies — gentle support for recovery

Skin Care & Freshness
Prep Step — Go-To Skincare — a gentle exfoliating swipe that makes you feel instantly refreshed

No Pong Natural Deodorant — effective and gentle

Aēsop Travel Kit — small luxuries that make you feel like yourself again

Midnight feeds  
Soft lighting - a necessity 

Krumble Hot Chocolate — a cozy, indulgent cup that feels like a hug in mug form

Kindle or a good comfort watch 

Full water bottle (!!!)

Spare sets of sheets 

If you’re in the newborn trenches (or preparing to be), we hope this episode feels like a warm hug and a reminder that caring for yourself isn’t selfish — it’s essential.

This week the girls are deep in the nesting and fluffing era - preparing their homes (and hearts) for the big and little changes ahead as their families grow. 
Both are feeling equal parts proud, clucky, and slightly overwhelmed… although Lil’s two-year-old has developed the potty mouth of a small pirate, she admits as a salty swearing sailor herself they’ve probably only got themselves to blame.
It’s a cosy catch-up filled with the realities of parenting transitions, practical home tweaks, comfort recipes, and the little things making life feel easier (or at least more manageable).
R&R - Recipes & Recommendations
Beth's Picks
Recommendation: For bedding that hits the sweet spot between quality and price, Beth is loving Sheet Society.
She’s also using a ‘baby cage’ — to keep her toddler safely snug at night: Baby Smart Bed Rail
Recipe: A hearty, freezer-friendly slow cooker bolognese — perfect for batch cooking before baby arrives. Add beef chuck and pork mince if you’re feeling fancy. Slow Cooker Spaghetti Bolognese
Lil’s Picks
Lil is loving this confident queen on TikTok — a dose of energy and self-belief when you need it most: @_biarnca
Recipe: A delicious (and semi-nutritious 👀) caramel slice that hits the sweet craving perfectly: Caramel Slice Recipe
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This week on Growing, Beth interviews our very own Lil, chatting all about her choices and plans in preparation for her upcoming VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean).
We know this can be a big and often complicated topic, so we approach it specifically with Lil’s perspective and lived experience in mind. If you’re planning a VBAC or exploring your birth options, we encourage intentional conversations with your care provider and birth team.
Together, we dive into many aspects of VBAC preparation, beyond birth prep, we deeply honour the postpartum space—acknowledging the need for gentle support, rest, and recovery in the weeks after birth.
We mention Lil’s birth story, to her debrief of that experience, to mindset shifts, pain relief tools, and body work with G.Lorri. You also might enjoy our insightful chat with Hazel Keedle on VBAC, which is a must-listen for anyone walking this path.
And if you’re curious about the evidence behind how midwives themselves birth and the outcomes associated, we reference this 2022 study on midwives birthing well and improved outcomes.
We hope this episode feels supportive and empowering —wherever you are in your pregnancy, postpartum, or parenting journey.

This week on Growing Beth has been affronted by a few too many unsolicited and (quite frankly rude) comments about her beautiful and growing body (carrying twins no less) so this is a PSA to pipe down in the cheap seats and leave pregnant women aaaaalone. No notes. 
Lil’s playing bed tetris trying to figure out sleeping arrangements for her toddler and making sleep (sort of) work in her household with a baby on the way. 
Recipes:
Hot chook mad? Check out @nataliechassay ‘One Chook Three Salads’ Series 

@villageformama  Chicken & Quinoa Stew – nourishing, grounding, and perfect for the postpartum season (or any season, really).

Recommendations
@piyama_co Pajamas – Lil (on behalf of Beth and herself) is voting PJs as self-care essentials. They’re soft, cute, and perfect for your postpartum cocoon. Shop Piyama

Lauren Sissons’ Fruit & Veg Memory Game – A gorgeous and fun way to play with your little one: Shop the Memory Game

We’re so glad to have you here — truly.
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