Stephanie Easton - "In this society, we're made to feel like we're sick"
In this powerful and deeply vulnerable episode, Stephanie Easton shares her journey of surviving decades of drug and alcohol abuse, trauma, eating disorders, and the failures of the mental health system. A mum of three and the founder of Melbourne’s first holistic rehab facility, Steph opens up about the years she spent stuck in cycles of addiction, medicated into numbness, and trying to find help in a system that was never designed to truly heal.
Her turning point came when she began reconnecting with her body. Through somatic therapy, yoga, subconscious healing, and a deep commitment to self-inquiry, Steph slowly found her way back to herself. Not through labels or diagnoses, but by learning how to feel again, how to sit with pain, and how to rebuild from the inside out.
This conversation is a powerful reflection on healing, self-awareness, and starting again. Steph reminds us that it is never too late to change your story.
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Alana Pavlovic - "I didn't think I would be in this position, and here I am"
Alana had just gotten married and was planning her honeymoon when she found a lump in her breast. After being dismissed by a GP, a second opinion changed everything. At 27, she was diagnosed with two grade three tumours.
In this episode, Alana shares the shock of her diagnosis, how she broke the news to her husband, and what it was like navigating treatment. She opens up about the hardest part, losing her hair, and the emotional toll of watching friends fall pregnant while her own plans were put on hold.
But in the middle of all the unknowns, there was hope. Alana shares the moment her period returned, the day she found out she was pregnant, and what it meant to welcome her son into the world.
Now 33, Alana is a breast cancer survivor. This is her story of fear, resilience and finding light again.
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Nartarsha Bamblett - "I held that fear inside of me, in my womb about to go and have my son"
In this episode, Nartarsha talks about becoming a teenage mum and how that was the start of her identity crisis and the beginning of everything falling apart. She shares how she thought she had experienced love before, but it was never true love, until she had her first baby and her life was exploded with love. At the same time, her partner left, and she experienced the deepest grief alongside all of this love. This marked the beginning of her “new me.”
Nartarsha deeply understands the journey of women and motherhood. She shares the fears she felt as she was about to have her baby, the judgement she faced as an Aboriginal woman, the disconnection she experienced, and the lack of confidence she carried within herself.
Nartarsha shares her powerful story of becoming a mum as a teenager, navigating heartbreak, identity crisis and generational trauma. She opens up about the pressure she placed on herself to get it right, the fear of losing her child to the system, and the weight of generational trauma. Becoming a mum became the beginning of healing. This is her story of breaking cycles and raising her son to be whoever he wants to be.
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Ariel and Keshia - "You know your baby best, you make decisions for your baby"
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Ariel and Keshia, the founders of From Day One, a mothers group that is anything but traditional. Born from a shared experience of loneliness and a desire for something more meaningful in the postpartum journey, they’ve created a space where mums feel heard, seen, and genuinely supported.
Unlike the typical mum group stigma, this space is different. It brings together like minded women who’ve had babies around the same time, sharing honest conversations without the pressure or comparison. It’s a community that truly focuses on mums, their mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing, and the beautiful connections built along the way.
We dive into what inspired them to create a physical space that is not about baby milestones or checklists, but about the mums themselves. From mental health and relationships to the messy, beautiful chaos of early motherhood, Ariel and Keshia have built something that removes the pressure and encourages real connection.
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Anaita Sarkar, "I Was Angry, Simply for Being Indian"
Anaita Sarkar shares her journey, growing up feeling ashamed of her Indian roots, desperate to fit in, and resenting her parents for simply being who they were. But it was their courage, sacrifice, and resilience that shaped her into the person she is today, wanting nothing more than to make them proud. And now, as a mother of three, she’s breaking the cycle, teaching her girls that being different is so powerful.
From corporate burnout to building a purpose-led brand with $1k in shares her mum once gave her instead of a birthday gift. This episode is a reminder of what it means to find your identity, honour your roots, and create a life you love.
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Everyone has a story that has shaped them into the person they are today.
“A Double Life” raises awareness about the unseen challenges faced by parents, especially women, breaking down societal stereotypes and expectations. Through storytelling, education, and empowerment, we highlight resilience and courage while creating a supportive community for individuals navigating adversity and juggling multiple responsibilities.
Please be advised that the following content may contain triggering topics such as child loss, suicide, domestic violence, drug use, and other sensitive themes. Viewer discretion is advised and it is recommended that individuals who may be triggered by such subjects proceed with caution or seek support if needed. Your mental health and well-being are important, and we encourage you to prioritise self-care while engaging with this content.
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