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This week Laura shares about the simple things she’s doing to rebuild her confidence postpartum 💜
Steph has rid herself and Harvey of nits…but would it be the worst thing in the world if they came back?
Plus! Why do we find squeezing things like nits and pimples so satisfying? And we asked you what gross things you find oddly satisfying and we’re so glad we’re not the only ones who enjoy these things.
WE MENTIONED
The articles we referenced
Vice: https://www.vice.com/en/article/popping-pimples-satisfying/
University of Queensland: https://psychology.uq.edu.au/article/2017/10/explaining-pop-ularity-pimple-popper-videos
Medium: https://medium.com/@robin_wilding/13-oddly-satisfying-things-we-enjoy-too-much-for-no-reason-cb5e2fbb50c5
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: Sterling Point https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0K94N2UBORZCLPIC46VTJQ093E
Laura: Sex And The City https://www.hbomax.com/au/en/shows/sex-and-the-city/2641fd06-387f-4d92-a322-accb8e180713
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A few months ago we asked for your suggestions for thoughtful gifts and you guys showed up!!! We decided to compile all of your suggestions into one big episode to help you the next time you need to buy someone special a gift.
WE MENTIONED
The apron Laura bought Dalton https://houseofrocco.com.au/collections/aprons
We mentioned a few jewellery brands…
Sarah and Sebastian https://www.sarahandsebastian.com/collections/rings?
Linden Cook https://lindencookdesign.com/collections/rings?
Francesca Jewellery https://www.francesca.com.au/?
Toy Libraries https://www.toylibraries.org.au/find-a-toy-library
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We listened to Nara Smith on Call Her Daddy and we want to talk about it. We share our thoughts on her correcting the record on being labelled a trad wife and how it’s not always empowering to tell women they can “do it all”.
Plus! Steph is knitting again and the roast chook on a plane saga continues.
WE MENTIONED
The episode where we spoke about bringing a roast chook on the plane https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/you-brought-what-on-a-plane/id1457667995?i=1000779561341
The Call Her Daddy episode with Nara Smith https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nara-smith-stop-calling-me-a-tradwife/id1418960261?i=1000778809523
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: By MOJA bags https://www.instagram.com/bymoja_/?hl=en
Laura: Revlon Super Lustrous Lipstick in Rum Raisin https://www.revlonanz.com/products/super-lustrous-lipstick
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Raj Barker is the founder of BURN by Body Medicine, a unique somatic movement method that combines yoga, mat Pilates, cardio and breath awareness. We’re so excited to have Raj teach her BURN classes at KICStudio this August and October and wanted to introduce her to you beforehand.
In this episode, Raj speaks with Laura about how she first came to somatic movement during her time teaching at The Class in New York City, what defines a somatic movement practice, and why the language we use around nervous system regulation matters. She explores the idea that moments of nervous system dysregulation are a normal part of being human and how practices such as somatic movement can help us develop the internal resources to meet those moments with greater awareness and choice.
WHAT IS BURN?
BURN by Body Medicine is a unique somatic movement method fusing yoga, mat Pilates, breath awareness and cardio (not too much). We use movement to create sensation and, beyond our thoughts, we practice trusting that sensation to steer our process. This is a music-driven experience, where you'll be guided through intentional and embodied movement, cultivating a fire to either burn through what is in your way, or illuminate what needs to be seen, ultimately forging a pathway to deeper self-connection and holistic well-being.
KICStudio x BURN by Body Medicine
Raj will host two events at KICStudio on Saturday August 22nd and Sunday August 23rd. You can book now via the MindBody app: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws?studioid=5748787&stype=-7&sTG=31&sVT=17&sView=week&sLoc=1&date=08/22/26
WE MENTIONED
Follow Raj https://www.instagram.com/rajbarker/?hl=en
Follow BURN https://www.instagram.com/bodymedicine_/
Find out more about Raj & BURN www.thebodymedicine.com
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We got a DM from you asking us for our thoughts on the rise of rib recontouring surgery so this week we’re talking about it. In case it’s not come across your algorithm - rib recontouring is a surgery that fractures the lower ribs to reduce the size of the waist. We discuss what the surgery involves, what experts are saying about it, and the marketing of the procedure that makes it look more like a holiday than a surgery.
Plus - Steph has nits, Laura had a colonoscopy, and Bailey Smith has been caught out.
Update - in the listener DM we read out we say that the rib recontouring procedure removes part of the rib. The ribs are not removed in this procedure. We have updated the episode to make this clear.
WE MENTIONED
We spoke about Kellie Finlayson. Follow her here https://www.instagram.com/kelliefinlayson_/?hl=en
This is the Sydney Morning Herald article we referenced https://www.smh.com.au/lifestyle/health-and-wellness/experts-sound-warning-over-influencers-fracturing-their-ribs-for-smaller-waists-20260625-p60a4u.html
SPECIAL SHARES
Steph: The Madison https://www.paramountplus.com/au/shows/the-madison/
Laura: Start With Yourself by Emma Grede https://www.dymocks.com.au/start-with-yourself-by-emma-grede-9781398550940
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KICPod @kicpod on Instagram - DM us with questions or ideas! Not on Instagram? Email us at kicpod@kicwellness.com
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Laura Henshaw @laura.henshaw on Instagram & @laura.henshaw on Tiktok
KIC @kic on Instagram & @kic on TikTok and kicwellness.com or download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store
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