Now What? Podcast
Psychology & Relationships
About
Now What? is a podcast for single mothers, solo mums by choice and women navigating separation, co-parenting, dating again and blended families. Formerly Mothering On My Own, the show has evolved to reflect how single motherhood keeps shifting and reshaping over time. Hosted by Rachel Maksimovic, it’s a space for honest conversations, expert insights and real stories that help you feel less alone as you navigate each new chapter and ask yourself… now what? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
- I am grieving a marriage I needed to leave- with Tara Pavlovic
In this episode of Now What? Podcast, Tara Pavlovic shares her experience with separation and divorce. She discusses the emotional challenges, including therapy and panic attacks, and the process of coming to terms with the end of a marria…
- When the Second Breakup Hits Harder Than the Divorce- With Kylie Lately
Kylie Lately and Rachel discuss the challenges of single motherhood and dating after divorce, including the impact of breakups on children and the journey to self-trust and new relationships. Kylie shares her experiences with a second majo…
- Which Ball Do You Want Me to Drop? Catie Gett on Nourishment, Survival Mode and the Real Cost of Doing It All Alone.
Catie Gett joins the "Now What? Podcast" to discuss the concept of survival mode, the accessibility of health in the wellness industry, and the realities of being a single mother. She shares her experiences and insights on these topics wit…
- The Divorce Diaries: Surviving Court, Betrayal and Starting Again, with Stephanie
In this episode, Stephanie of The Divorce Diaries discusses her experience navigating a divorce, legal challenges, and financial changes. She shares how she rebuilt her life through self-care and setting boundaries, and insights for co-par…
- Building a life on your own terms, with Amy Robinson
Amy Robinson shares her journey of single motherhood, from the challenges of postpartum expectations and separation to finding healing and building a fulfilling life. She also discusses co-parenting and the importance of self-care for sing…
- Becoming a Solo Mum by Choice: What No One Tells You Before You Start- with Anna Riches
This episode features Anna Riches sharing her experiences with becoming a solo mum by choice. She discusses the practical aspects of fertility treatment, choosing a donor, and the emotional challenges and rewards of solo parenting. The con…
- Christmas as a Single Mum: Holding the Love and the Grief
This episode of "Now What? Podcast" addresses the complexities of Christmas for single mothers, covering feelings of grief, the challenge of societal comparisons, and the pressure to maintain old traditions. Rachel offers guidance on embra…
- Becoming a solo mum by choice: Everything you need to know, with Dr Daniel Lantsberg
In this episode, Dr. Daniel Lantsberg, a Fertility Specialist at Melbourne IVF, discusses the process of becoming a solo mum by choice. He covers understanding fertility, the full medical process, egg freezing, common fears, costs, and how…
- Why ‘Good Enough’ parenting is more than enough- With Fiona Weaver (Mama Matters)
This episode features Fiona Weaver of Mama Matters, who discusses the concept of "good enough" parenting. She explains how releasing the pressure to be perfect can benefit parents, especially single mothers, by addressing overwhelm, decisi…
- So... Now what?
In this introductory episode, Rachel explains the transition of the podcast from Mothering On My Own to Now What?. She discusses how the podcast will continue to explore the realities of single motherhood and the evolving journey after fam…
- How to Feel Good About Your Finances Again- with Rebecca Pritchard
In this episode of Mothering on My Own, host Rachel discusses personal finance with advisor Rebecca Pritchard. They explore overcoming money-related fears, shifting mindsets, and taking practical steps to gain financial confidence and cont…
- Sex, Intimacy & cultivating connection in parenthood- with Juliet Allen
Host Rachel talks with sexologist Juliet Allen about maintaining intimacy, relationships, and personal connection while managing the demands of parenthood. They discuss common challenges, mistakes couples make, and practical ways to redisc…
- Navigating Co-Parenting Without Losing Yourself- with Hannah Keys
Rach discusses co-parenting, the emotional challenges of separation, and personal growth after becoming a single mother with guest Hannah Keys. They explore how to balance parenting with self-care and finding resilience through life's tran…
- Guided Meditation- Charlotte Terray (Calm State Kinesiology)
Charlotte Terray from Calm State Kinesiology leads a guided meditation designed to help mothers reconnect with their inner calm and find a moment of stillness. This episode serves as an invitation for listeners to pause, breathe, and feel…
- 81. When Your Body Speaks: Using Kinesiology to Heal What’s Holding You Back - with Charlotte Terray
Rachel Maksimovic speaks with trauma-informed kinesiologist Charlotte Terray about the role of kinesiology in addressing emotional and physical stress. The discussion covers the impact of trauma on the nervous system, empowering mothers, a…
- 80. Calling in love again (Part Two)- with Montana Lower
Rachel and Montana Lower discuss the experiences of dating, healing, and romantic relationships as solo mothers. They examine the intersection of motherhood, personal pleasure, independence, and the societal pressures placed on single pare…
- 79. Coming out of the haze & Rebuilding again (PART 1)- With Montana Lower
In this episode of the Now What? Podcast, guest Montana Lower discusses the challenges of rebuilding life and parenting after a family breakup. She shares her experiences with grief, identity, and the process of healing and growth.
- 78 SOLO EP - How to navigate out of feeling "stuck"
In this solo episode of the Now What? Podcast, Rachel explores the experience of feeling stuck as a single mother. She discusses how to reframe this feeling as a thought pattern and provides journal prompts to help listeners gain momentum…
- 77. Will it ever get any easier? -Anonymous
In this installment of Now What? Podcast, an anonymous guest discusses her experience leaving an abusive relationship and navigating solo motherhood. She and host Rachel examine the challenges of early parenting, the impact of isolation, a…
- 76. Investing in property as a single mum- with Anissa Cavallo
In this episode of the Now What? Podcast, Anissa Cavallo from Eda Property Group discusses her experience building a career in property investment as a single mother. The conversation covers financial independence, property investment stra…
- 75. Choosing solo motherhood in Bali- With Hayley Ferguson
In this episode of the Now What? Podcast, Rachel interviews Hayley Ferguson about her experience as a single mother living in Bali. They discuss the challenges of parenting abroad, building a support system, balancing entrepreneurship, and…
- 74. Reflections on relationships and personal growth - with Maggie Kelly
In this episode of Mothering on My Own, Rachel and guest Maggie Kelly discuss the experiences of single motherhood. They explore topics including financial pressures, female friendships, dating, and the importance of creativity in personal…
- 73. What parenting teaches us about ourselves- with Lael Stone
Parenting counselor Lael Stone joins Rachel to discuss the realities of parenting, focusing on emotional wellbeing, co-parenting, and supporting children through separation. The episode explores how childhood experiences shape parents and…
- 72. SOLO EP: Dating, Loneliness & Choosing your hard
In this solo episode of Mothering on My Own, Rachel discusses navigating loneliness, dating, and the meaning of choosing your own challenges as a solo mum. She also shares personal strategies for managing feelings of overwhelm and prioriti…
- 71. Blending Families & Healing Hearts: Amie Rohan on Motherhood & Moving Forward
In this episode, Rachel speaks with Amie Rohan about her experiences with motherhood, co-parenting, and blending families. They discuss the challenges of maintaining personal growth and self-care while navigating the complexities of daily…
- 70. Should I stay or should I go? And then what happens next?- With Lisa Miller
Rachel sits down with divorce and separation coach Lisa Miller to discuss the difficult decision of whether to stay in or leave a marriage. The conversation explores the causes of marital unhappiness, healing after divorce, and navigating…
- 69. Navigating new love and blended families- with Marcia and David
Rachel discusses blending families and dating as a single parent with guests Marcia Leone and David Walsman. They explore the complexities of merging lives, parenting styles, step-parenting dynamics, and the importance of communication in…
- 68. What is a man’s role in modern relationships?- with Lino Hola
Rachel interviews Lino Hola about his personal growth, journey as a single father, and his later experiences as a husband and father. They discuss the importance of emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and intentional fatherhood.
- 67. The realities of dating with children- with Melissa Mai
Rachel and Melissa Mai discuss the challenges and realities of solo motherhood, including managing emotional and physical health and navigating the dating scene as a single parent. They share personal experiences regarding dating while rai…
- 66. Why does marriage often end? & Support for Domestic Abuse- with Elisabeth Shaw (Relationships Aus)
Host Rachel speaks with Elisabeth Shaw, CEO of Relationships Australia NSW, about the challenges facing Australian families, the impact of social media, and the importance of relationship support. The discussion also covers domestic violen…
- 65. Doing motherhood on my own terms- with Angie Kent
Angie Kent joins the podcast to discuss her journey with fertility treatments and the choice to pursue solo parenthood via IVF. She shares her experiences with dating, the process of selecting a sperm donor, and navigating societal pressur…
- 64. From Olympic success to navigating my ex-husbands jail sentence- with Josie Tomic
This episode features a discussion with retired Olympic cyclist Josie Tomic about her life after sports, including the challenges of navigating co-parenting and her ex-husband's incarceration. The episode also begins with host Rachel refle…
- 63. 6 ways we devalue ourselves as single mums (and how to reclaim our worth)- SOLO EP
In this solo episode of Now What? Podcast, host explores six common ways single mothers devalue themselves. The discussion addresses societal pressures, personal beliefs, and practical mindset shifts to help single mums reclaim their worth…
- 62. Empowering our children through family changes- with Natalia Lydford
Natalia Lydford discusses her personal experience as a single mother navigating co-parenting with two ex-partners. She shares the emotional challenges for her children and her own journey through parenting and personal growth.
- 61. Healing through fear in the journey of solo motherhood - With Jess Dover
In this episode of Now What? Podcast, Rachel welcomes back Jess Dover to discuss the evolving challenges of solo motherhood. They talk about addressing fear in their journey, managing personal goals alongside parenting, and the process of…
- GUIDED MEDITATION- with Charlotte Terray
In this episode of Now What? Podcast, Kinesiologist Charlotte Terray leads a guided meditation session to help listeners pause and recharge. The episode also includes information about Terray's practice, Calm State, and her services for fe…
- 60. 2024 Reflections & Navigating Christmas- with Rachel Maksimovic
In this final episode of 2024, Rachel Maksimovic reflects on her journey as a single mother, the importance of personal growth, and navigating the holiday season. She discusses creating new traditions and finding meaningful ways to celebra…
- 59. Letting go of a thriving business, to embrace solo motherhood- with Jordan Hartley
Jordan Hartley joins Rachel to discuss her decision to leave a successful business to pursue solo motherhood. They explore the impact of past trauma on parenting, the role of therapy, and navigating career aspirations alongside the journey…
- 58. Coming out the other side- with Melissa Ann Mariee
In this episode, Rachel and Melissa discuss the realities of solo motherhood, childhood trauma, and navigating relationships. They also reflect on female friendships, supporting children through loss and absence, and the importance of self…
- 57. Understanding Perinatal Anxiety & Depression- with Julie Borninkhof PANDA CEO
PANDA CEO Julie Borninkhof joins the Now What? Podcast to discuss perinatal anxiety and depression. The conversation covers recognising symptoms, the impact on relationships, birth experiences, and the resources available through PANDA.
- 56. Dating Events & how to know when alcohol becomes a problem
In this episode, Rachel discusses her experience at a singles dating event in Melbourne. The episode also continues a conversation with Lucy Quick regarding her path to sobriety and the Thrivalist Sobriety program.
- 55. The rise of burnout among women- with Lucy Quick
In this episode, high performance coach and burnout expert Lucy Quick joins Rachel to discuss the rise of burnout among women. They explore strategies for managing stress, the importance of self-compassion, and how to rediscover one's auth…
- 54. SOLO EP- The hard times, losing friendships and au pairs
Rachel discusses the challenges of solo parenting, including coping with difficult early days and navigating changes in friendships. She also shares personal experiences regarding au pairs and co-parenting with her child's father.
- 53. "I refuse for that to be my story"- with Kellie Moses
Rachel and Kellie discuss the experience of being a single mother, exploring topics such as energy healing, emotional wellbeing, and generational trauma. They also discuss balancing masculine and feminine energies while managing the respon…
- 52. Transforming habits for a better life- with Dr Gina Cleo
Dr. Gina Cleo joins the Now What? Podcast to discuss habit change, personal growth, and strategies for overcoming challenges. The episode covers self-compassion, managing stress and emotional eating, and the limitations of relying on willp…
- 51. Will we be better off as coparents than lovers? - with Alex Nation
Alex Nation joins the Now What? Podcast to discuss her experience as a single mother, including the realities of co-parenting, dating, and rediscovering herself. The episode covers topics such as navigating parenting dynamics, communicatio…
- 50. SOLO EP: How stress and overwhelm is impacting my health and what I’m doing to change it
Rachel discusses her experience as a single mother managing stress and overwhelm, including how a health diagnosis has impacted her approach to wellness. She explores various stress responses, particularly the freeze response, and shares t…
- 49. Leaving the church, health and wellness & dating - with Natasha Wakefield
Natasha Wakefield joins the Now What? Podcast to discuss leaving a cult-like church, her experiences as a single mother and business owner, and her journey with health, wellness, and body image. The conversation also explores the challenge…
- 48. Travelling as a solo mum- with Evie Farrell
Evie Farrell joins host Rachel Maksimovic to discuss her experiences traveling with her daughter as a solo mum. They cover the challenges and rewards of long-term travel, including financial planning, safety, and the positive impact on the…
- 47. How being raised by a single mum influenced how I do relationships and parenting- with Matty J
Matty J, co-host of Two Doting Dads and author, discusses how being raised by a single mother influenced his approach to parenting and relationships. He shares how his upbringing shaped his resilience, independence, and perspective on bein…