Parenting can be one of life’s greatest joys, but, what happens when sleepless nights, toddlers with big feelings, and the pressures of work all collide at once?

For over a decade, Lachy Gillespie has worn the Purple Skivvy, entertaining children across the globe as part of The Wiggles. Offstage, he’s navigating life as a husband, Dad to twin girls, and stepdad, balancing the beautiful chaos of family life with the relentless demands of touring and performing.

In this episode, we explore:

• The three parenting principles that guide Lachy and Dana at home
• What it takes to juggle global performance with being a present Dad
• Navigating uncertainty - from neonatal care to toddlerhood
• Why music and bedtime rituals matter in building resilience
• How parenting podcasts (and honest conversations) help him learn and grow
• The challenges that have tested him most and what he’s discovering about himself along the way

This isn’t just about life as a Wiggle, it’s about the universal messiness of parenting, being in the present and how resilience is built one small, imperfect moment at a time.

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S2, Ep 14 Healing Minds: How Our Past Shapes Us and How Therapy Can Help

Our brains are built for connection — but what happens when trauma, uncertainty, and unrealistic expectations get in the way?

In S2, Ep 14, I speak with Helen Nistico, a seasoned clinical psychologist with 25 years of experience in both public psychiatry and private practice. Helen specializes in complex mental health issues and personality disorders and was instrumental in establishing the HYPE clinic at Orygen Youth Health, as well as bringing Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT) to Australia. She has particular expertise in treating adolescents with Borderline Personality Disorder and a deep interest in complex trauma.

In this episode, we explore:

• The neuroscience of social and emotional engagement
• Insights on Borderline Personality Disorder + Cognitive Analytic Therapy (CAT)
• How uncertainty, family stories, and generational trauma can shape us
• Why relationships are central to making sense of the world
• The lifelong journey of building healthier ways of being

This isn’t just theory — it’s about real tools, real stories, and finding answers together.

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In this episode, we unpack what modern stress really means for our health and why awareness is the first step to repair.

Joining me for S2, Ep 13 is Nat Kringoudis; The Hormone Revolutionist. Bestselling author, award-winning podcast host, qualified healthcare practitioner, sought-after speaker, and founder of Melbourne’s #1 natural health clinic, The Pagoda Tree.

With decades of experience helping women decode their symptoms and restore balance, Nat offers a refreshing, practical lens on how to navigate stress in today’s modern world.

We dive into:

• Why you can’t “flare and repair” at the same time
• How to create neutral space so your body can heal
• The role of curiosity in understanding your symptoms
• Practical ways to stress less and thrive in modern life

With a down-to-earth, empowering approach to health that blends science, experience, and intuition, Nat's insights remind us that resilience isn’t about avoiding stress; it’s about getting conscious about it.

Want more?

If you’re inspired by my conversation with Nat Kringoudis, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, Apple Podcasts, for more hormone health and stress insights.

 If you're looking to explore stress women's health and hormones further, check out Nat’s Masterclass.

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