Trigger Warning: Heavy drug & alcohol use, suicidal thoughts, loss of a parent & relationship breakdowns are discussed in this episode. 

Join Jade as she shares her experience using drugs from the age of 15-28. We explore using drugs as a coping mechanism for boredom, loss of a parent, feeling lost with in yourself and managing emotions.

Jade's story shows the true messiness of the human experience and how by taking responsibility for the roles she played within her life and her decisions she has been able to come out of some deeply dark and horrific times, and is now building a legacy for her daughter.  

Jade's story will encourage you to live with more compassion and mercy as you learn that there's always more to someone's story than you realise. 

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TRIGGER WARNING: Substance abuse & drug use, parental abuse, mental illness, burnout are discussed in this episode. 

Join Jemma as she shares her heartbreaking experience with a parent who struggled with substance abuse.

Jemma is able to share the gritty parts of her teenage years, and adulthood growing up with toxic abuse. She details how her perception of self, relationships and life were affected by the relationship with her mother, and how she was carrying the weight of the family for years until she reached absolute burnout and could not continue. 

Jemma has taken the time and energy to do the work and change her life for the better and its through this strength that she can share these experiences with you.

Jemma is a testament to self love and forgiveness and her story will inspire you to take back the control within your grasp. 

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Trigger Warning: This episode discusses pregnancy loss, pregnancy after loss, traumatic pregnancy, hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), and traumatic birth experiences.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of The unCommon Exposé, I’m joined by Nadine Muller as we explore the realities of generational trauma, womanhood, and the often unspoken experiences surrounding traumatic pregnancies and birth.

Nadine shares her raw and detailed story from the physical and emotional toll of hyperemesis gravidarum (HG), the most chaotic emergency caesarean where she felt everything, to navigating multiple pregnancy losses and experiencing pregnancy after loss.

This is an honest conversation about resilience, grief, motherhood, and the complexity of the female experience. It sheds light on the realities many women face but often dismiss because they undervalue the traumatic events they've experienced.

If you are searching for a podcast about pregnancy loss, traumatic birth stories, motherhood, healing, and women’s lived experiences, this episode is calling to you. 

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Join Lilli as she opens up in a deeply personal and honest conversation about her journey through what she once believed was an eating disorder, but later came to understand as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). She shares powerful insights into the complex thought patterns, emotional struggles, and internal battles that often go unseen, offering a rare and intimate look into life with OCD.

Through her story, Lilli explores how these challenges shaped her relationship with herself and the world around her, while also highlighting the tools, mindset shifts, and daily practices she uses to manage her condition. Her experience is not only eye-opening but also incredibly inspiring, offering hope, understanding, and a sense of connection to anyone navigating their own mental health journey.

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Join Jacqui as she shares her dreams of becoming an actress and how she pursued so hard she brought it into reality. 

We talk rejection, work ethic and passion. 

Jacqui's love for her craft and professionalism is inspirational, and you'll want to live the life of your dreams after hearing her story. 

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Trigger warning: Gun Violence, Murder, Adultery & Adoption are discussed in this episode.

Man, you need to strap in for a rollercoaster of lies, adultery and deception in this episode.

Trigger warning: adultery, adoption, murder and gun violence.

Katie's story will blow your mind and her gentle yet firm ideology surrounding truth and honesty will put a fire under your bum to live your life with more integrity and compassion.

After finding out as an adult her daddy was not her biological father, Katie and her siblings unravel years of generational secrets and shame. 

I loved this story and I can't wait for you to ride the wave and meet us on the other side. 🌊

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TRIGGER WARNING: sexuality, sexual assult, religious beliefs

Join Amy as she shares her Queer story.

From exploring her sexuality and coming out story, to marriage, babies and sex, we share all the intimate details of being Queer. 

This story is for every woman, both hetero and Queer.

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TRIGGER WARNING: Parental alienation, suicide, miscarriage, adultery, divorce, spiritual beliefs, addiction + recovery and mental illness.

🎙️ Join my guest Lisa as she shares her whole story from her divorce, losing access to her kids for 14 years, reconnecting with her son and losing him again and the life she has built for herself through grief, loss and love. This story is heartbreaking and will force you to take pause as we share all the vulnerable aspects of Lisa's life.

I am always so honoured and grateful to bring these stories to light so we can change just one persons life, by sharing someone else's. 

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TRIGGER WARNING: Death, widowhood, pregnancy & spirituality are discussed in this episode.

Join Cass as she shares her experience with being on top of the world, then losing her husband unexpectedly, while being pregnant.

Cass intimately shares her grief, beliefs and how she was able to create an incredible life honouring her late husband through her son.

This story is full of strength and love, and Cass is a powerhouse of a woman.

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode discusses childhood trauma, domestic violence & mental illnesses.

Join Tammin as we explore her experience with self worth, love and sabotaging behaviours that stem from childhood beliefs.

This is a story that will resonate with nearly every listener and is one that should not be missed. 

Make sure you send us a message and let us know how this episode made you feel. 

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TRIGGER WARNING: abortion, chronic illnesses, spouse death, mental illness.

Loz Antonenko is an absolute powerhouse. Not only does she run a huge inspirational business, and online platform but she is an incredibly resilient, genuine and beautiful person.

Join Loz as she shares her life coping with her spouse's death, unexpected pregnancy, and illness's. And how she has come out the other side. 

You can feel the power that Loz encapuslates in her life through this episode.

You can reach me on Instagram at @uncommonex, with any questions you have.

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We know on average 1/7 women will experience breast cancer in their life time. 

Join Hayley as she shares how her journey with breast cancer and double mastectomy affected her life, relationships and mental health.

And remember Check Your Breasts!

Make sure you follow us on Instagram @uncommonex.

You can ask follow up questions or for more information!

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TRIGGER WARNING: this episode discusses parental alienation, mental illness & court proceedings. If any of these things are triggering for you please do not liste, and seek support as necessary.

Join Erena as she shares her incredibly hard journey with the parental alienation of her youngest daughter. 

Erena shares her fear of judgement from others and how she has built her life around the pain of missing her child.

This story shows that while not every parenting journey always goes how we expect, our greatest priority is always our children. 

Thank you Erena for sharing your story to help someone else's.

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TRIGGER WARNING: Parental abuse; physical, sexual and mental. Parental and family bystanding. If you find any of these things triggering please do not listen to this episode. 

If you're a mother, grandmother, step mother or anything alike, this episode will have you asking, how?

How could a mother..?

Join Brittni as she shares her life growing up experiencing abuse. 

While her story has a sad start, the love and joy she experiences now gives hope to all women who feel like they might not make it through the next day.

Thank you for sharing your story. 

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Join my guest, Hue as she takes us along for the ride of her life!

From fleeing Vietnam in a boat, to making the most of every second of life, you'll be inspired by the struggles Hue & her family endured but how they have come out on the other side full of gratitude and peace.

Thank you Hue for sharing your incredible story with me. 

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Trigger warning: this episode discusses molesation, rape, sexual & emotional abuse & mental health.

Listen to Tamika as she shares her experience that no child should have to go through.

This story is as sad as it is inspiring, with Tamika being able to bring such vulnerability and courage as she shares her story. 

Thank you Tamika for being brave enough to share this part of you, and emboldening other women to be brave enough to share their story.

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Trigger warning; this episode discusses infertility, miscarriage, mental health & religion. 

Tara always thought becoming a mother would be a breeze for her, after generations before her had conceived so easily.

Devastatingly this was not the case.

Join Tara as she takes us on emotional journey detailing her feelings of loss, inadequacy, comparison and love.

This story does start and end with such beautiful experiences, and really helps shine a light on experiences can be shared but not always in the same way.

Thank you for joining me for this incredible lived experience. 

Shea xx

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Trigger warning: suicide, postpartum depression, mental illness & bipolar.

Join my guest Tamika as she gives such depth explaining her journey through misdiagnosis of mental health, suicide & bipolar.

You will see Tamika's experience with such insight but also the balance she now gets to live with from a confirmed diagnosis and medications.

You will love this journey and feel inspired by this woman's incredible life. 

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Imagine the surprise you would feel losing your virginity for the first time again! Well that's exactly what happened to Michaela. 

Join us as we discuss Michaela's not so rare experience (1 in 2000) with having two cervix's and uterus'; and how it affected her relationships, fertility and mental health. 

She shares some incredible insight and advice that she would give to her younger self, and some we should all take.

If you have any questions that you would love to ask Michaela you can reach us @uncommonex on insta!

Don't forget to like & follow.

Shea xx

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*trigger warning: suicide is discussed in this episode.

Ever wonder;
How lesbians conceive?
Or if it's possible to induce lactation (stimulate breastmilk production)? 
Or how to come back from the point where you feel you have no other option than ending it all?

Then this podcast is perfect to expand your beliefs & knowledge about a world different, or maybe similar to your own. 

Join Synta as she shares her experience with induced lactation (as the non-birthing parent), artificial insemination and suicide.

This podcast has been a beautiful experience to share; full of love, heart break and decisions.

Thank you for sharing your life. 

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Hear Ruby's detailed youth and how she grew up with a mum who lived with extreme Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). 

Ruby's insight will shed light on the disorder and the impact it has on the person and those involved. Ruby's mum has passed leaving her with questions, but you can hear how her memories and experiences have impacted the way she raises her children.

Thank you for sharing your story.

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❌ TRIGGER WARNING ‼️ Postpartum depression, medication

Experience a journey with Shona who intricately describes her experience with severe postnatal depression. 

All mother's will relate to Shona's story in some way, and we hope that sharing her story will empower all women to seek help and support and realise they are not alone, nor is it weak to recognise that something is going on.

Worldwide, about 10% of pregnant women and 13% of new mothers experience a mental disorder.

If you are struggling you are not alone, and there is help.

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Meet Mia as she discusses her journey with her son's ongoing health condition, her mental health and the impact of self care!

You can reach Mia @themotherofmentalloads on instagram.

Thank you Mia.

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For many women getting lost in their adult life is challenging and overwhelming. We lose who we are and get caught up in who we and society expects us to be. 

Finding yourself and pushing back on expectations of you can be challenging especially as responsibilities apply additional pressure. Compounding all these things is finding yourself in a way that you love and finding a career that ignites your soul can make this journey even more challenging! 

This is why Courtney felt drawn to share her experience of being made redundant and how it inspired her to reconnect to her inner child and bring passion back into her life!

This episode is for all women who are feeling lost, without purpose and overwhelmed.

xx

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❌ Trigger warning ‼️ this episode discusses: near death experiences, IVF, premature births & religion.

Join Rachel as she shares her tale of becoming a mum in a same sex relationship, after a near fatal car crash, and finding her faith.

Hear how this mama challenged her existence to be the best mum she can be!

Thank you for sharing your story mama!

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Hear Naomi's journey of falling in love with her now husband, who just so happens to be a quadriplegic, conceiving their daughter though IVF during covid and their incredible, one of a kind life, together!

Naomi and her husband Reece are a power couple with insane resilience, hope and positivity.

Thank you for sharing your life with us, Naomi.

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*warning Female Genital Mutilation, intercourse & culture discussed in the episode

Thank you to Zeniab for having the courage to share your story and experience with Female Genital Mutilation (FGM) and being a refugee.

I am honoured that I have been chosen to share this in depth recount of her procedure, relocation to Australia and her incredible life that she has built for herself. 

This podcast will leave you in tears, with goosebumps but mostly importantly be in awe of the strength and bravery Z has shown not only through her life, but also with sharing this part of her life.

Thank you again.

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*Trigger warning; rape, sexual assault and self harm are briefly discussed in this episode*

Join Hana as she shares her journey from devout religious worship to full blown witch!

Hana's story will challenge your opinion and beliefs surrounding what you would typically consider witchcraft and being a witch, while also taking you on her journey away from God!

Thank you for sharing mama!

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Gain insight into Ashleigh's experience of a cesarean and a vaginal delivery after cesarean and how different her two labours were.

Who doesn't love a birth story!

Thanks from coming on mama and sharing your insight!

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Hear Emma's story discovering she has perimenopause at a young age and the symptoms and her experiences dealing with her diagnosis.

Being your own advocate is Emmas biggest wish from this podcast and in sharing her story she hopes that other women who feel like they have just been dismissed, do push for a better result. 

Thanks for sharing mama!

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*DV warning.

Listen to this mama share her experience growing up with a brother who is a recognised DV aggressor.

Each persons experience with DV is different, but DV is always serious. If you or someone you know is affected by DV please seek help. https://www.dvconnect.org/

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Trigger warning: Mental illness and psychological support.

Cass shares her story about her every day mental health toolbox and accessing mental health support before it's too late.

Normalising the stigma associated with mental health access is welcome and supported within our community. 

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Enjoy an eloquent experience with Sasha, as she introduces you to her world of growing up with ADHD, hearing loss & acceptance.

Learn about the affects these diagnosis'  had on her life and her strategies to catapult herself into a thriving & successful adult life.

Thanks Sasha for this wonderful piece. 

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Meet Amy as she delves into her life experiences after being adopted at 8 months. 

She shares her insight into struggles with mental health, identity crisis, meeting her biological family and finding the connection and love she was seeking with the birth of her daughter. 

It is a privilege to share your story.

Thank you.

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Listen to Maria's positive story about her journey through late pregnancy and labour, where she details her experiences of a transverse, breach baby and how her birth ended up being completely different to her initial plan but she ended up loving the whole process.

This podcast does have a lot of background noise, and we had to take some pauses to allow people to pass on. However Maria's story was so beautiful we decided to not re-record and press on with the original recording.

Thank you mama for sharing your story with us.

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TRIGGER WARNING: Pregnancy loss & Premature Birth.

Listen to Eloise share her heartbreaking story about twin pregnancy, pregnancy loss and meeting her twin boys.

You will hear, Jackson, her earth side son's input throughout, which truely makes this story touch your heart.

If you are like me you will cry, get goosebumps, but overall have the utmost respect for this beautiful woman. 

Thank you for opening up and sharing your story mama. 

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Trigger warning: Postnatal depression & spirituality

Join Sally as she shares her experience with postpartum depression, parenting and her Christian Faith.

Thank you Sally for gifting us your story.

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Trigger Warning: Birth, Vaginal Trauma. 

If you love a good birth story then have a listen to our beautiful mama's silent birth story!

Most of us KNEW we were in labour, but this mama had the most enjoyable labour we've ever heard!

Thank you Leash for sharing your beautiful story with us!

(This audio can be a little quite).

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Listen to Katie's story of how her expectations of becoming a mother nearly cost her marriage as she struggled with loss of identity, bonding with her baby and adapting to her new role as a mum.

A great listen for soon to be mums, new mums and mums who found the first 12months soul destroying.

Thanks for sharing mama!

xx

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*Trigger warning: Abortion, Domestic Violence and language are discussed in this podcast*.

Meet Tiane as she shares her story about being a young mum, her experience of growing up in a household & a relationship with DV .

Learn about her struggles, victories and relationships while raising her daughter and being an inspirational woman.

Thanks for sharing your story mama. 

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Trigger warning: Cancer, Poo & Language Warning

Ever wondered what having cancer would be like? If you have now imagine you're less than 30 and 2 children, with one of those being less than 2 years old.

Meet Kaitlin and hear about her journey after her Cancer diagnosis a few weeks before her 30th birthday, with a 2 year old and less than one year old.

Kaitlin is insanely resilient and encourages you to seek a second opinion if you feel something is wrong.

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Trigger warning; this episode discusses adultery and mental health. If you think any of this will be a trigger for you please listen with care.

This story shares the intimate details of our guest finding out her husband was having an affair while she was pregnant.

Our guest who has chosen to stay anonymous, takes us on a whole rollercoaster of mental resilience, breakdowns and the challenge of making the right choice when so many options seems like they should be chosen.

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