In this episode, Thabi and Luhama reminisce over the past 4 episodes, and discuss what they’ve both learnt along the way. They then move on to how pregnancy is portrayed in the media, and what aspects are missing from the national dialogue. As they move towards the end of the episode, Luhama shares the one thing all Mothers need to have.

This is the last episode of the podcast. We hope you’ve enjoyed listening. If so, feel free to let us know below through or social media accounts.

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If you have any questions, queries or qualms about the episode, feel free to reach out to us through the contact details below:

Luhama Tau'alupe - Luhama.taualupe on Instagram

Thabiso Sibanda - @thabisosibanda on Instagram

Aue Pēpē - auepepe@gmail.com

Music by Floyd Cribb - @floyd.cribb on Instagram

Go give someone you love, a hug.

In this episode we explore the layers of complexity that come with the responsibility of raising a mixed race child. While also diving into the necessity of shadow work to actively dismantle intergenerational trauma. To ultimately raise your inner child through conversations around racism, cultural acceptance and one's diversity vs adversities. All while holding the anticipation and anxieties of what it means to come into parenthood.

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If you have any questions, queries or qualms about the episode, feel free to reach out to us through the contact details below:

Luhama Tau'alupe - @Luhama.taualupe on Instagram

Thabiso Sibanda - @thabisosibanda on Instagram

Aue Pēpē - auepepe@gmail.com

Music by Floyd Cribb - @floyd.cribb on Instagram

Go have a glass of water, it's been a while since you last had some

Content Warning: Contains discussions around miscarriages, still birth, anxiety and addiction. If you or someone you know is struggling please know you are never alone, that you are not your demons and it's never what's wrong with you but understanding what happened to you.

In this episode, we discuss the expectations vs reality in regards to support from the government, within the realms of the ever apparent non-functional welfare and healthcare system. How unnecessarily difficult it can be to navigate these spaces as someone medically in need, while also touching base on what Luhama wish she knew was "Normal" to experience when pregnant, that ultimately would have saved both her and her partner experiencing traumatic event.

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If you have any questions, queries or qualms about the episode, feel free to reach out to us through the contact details below:

Luhama Tau'alupe - @Luhama.taualupe on Instagram

Thabiso Sibanda - @thabisosibanda on Instagram

Aue Pēpē - auepepe@gmail.com

Music by Floyd Cribb - @floyd.cribb on Instagram

Go to sleep early tonight, you’ll be better for it in the morning

Content warning: This episode contains conversations around PTSD, being a survivor and struggling with mental health. If you or someone you know is in need of support please don't hesitate to use the resources below.

Wellington Rape crisis - https://wellingtonrapecrisis.org.nz/

In this episode we have a very much REAL and difficult discussion around the realities of what pregnancy can look like if you struggle with your mental health, and the impacts of being a survivor. Though this is a heavy conversation please know there is joy and beauty at the end of it. Like many things in life, this too shall pass and this much we know for certain is that you have survived 100% of all the worst days in your life. Never allow those dark clouds to steal your joy.

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If you have any questions, queries or qualms about the episode, feel free to reach out to us through the contact details below:

Luhama Tau'alupe - Luhama.taualupe on Instagram

Thabiso Sibanda - @thabisosibanda on Instagram

Aue Pēpē - auepepe@gmail.com

Music by Floyd Cribb - @floyd.cribb on Instagram

Go for a quick walk if you can. You can send that email when you get back to your desk.

Content warning: Brief mentions of suicide, self-harm and disordered eating.

In this episode, Luhama Tau’alupe reflects on her early moments coming into parenthood. They talk about the clash of expectations set by the media vs. the very reality of her early struggles with pregnancy. Through normalizing conversations around the many different layers of pregnancy, we hope to help undo the knots of shame when it comes to seeking help. You are never alone.

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If you have any questions, queries or qualms about the episode, feel free to reach out to us through the contact details below:

Luhama Tau'alupe - Luhama.taualupe on Instagram

Thabiso Sibanda - @thabisosibanda on Instagram

Aue Pēpē - auepepe@gmail.com

Music by Floyd Cribb - @floyd.cribb on Instagram

Call that friend you've been meaning to call, they miss you