http://www.myloxxi.comenParentingCopyright Lina And Shantelhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/6151be983e98254e5bec12795abd8ba8.jpghttp://www.myloxxi.comWed, 20 Sep 2023 05:28:16 +0000Lina And ShantelLina And Shantelhello@myloxxi.comMotherhood is hard, and nothing can truely prepare you but we hope you can hear our stories and experiences and laugh, cry and cringe with us because sometimes we just need a good laugh!false29cf77f1-a7f6-5f3f-85cb-cd7c2bde5d90episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-46-part-2-screentime-with-a-registered-psychologist-her-research-into-how-screentime-effects-our-kiddies--56863727https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56863727Wed, 20 Sep 2023 05:14:05 +0000Lina And ShantelThis episode is a good one! We teamed up with a registerd Psychologist who looked into her own research around screens and the effects it has on young children. She is also a mum of two young babies and has been exploring screens in her own household...2202falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-45-interview-with-happy-with-baby-author-catherine-o-brien--56693947https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56693947Tue, 05 Sep 2023 01:33:47 +0000Lina And ShantelWe are so excited for this episode because we got to sit down with a real expert, Catherine, and talk about partner relationships when babies come along. We absolutely loved everything about this episode and know you will too! Enjoy the episode and...3491falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-44-the-move-to-the-usa-a-mini-diary--56621410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56621410Tue, 29 Aug 2023 01:02:35 +0000Lina And ShantelSometimes recalling back on a situation doesn’t give the full affect of how it actually was, which is why I decided to record snip bits of our move to the US and make a little diary of how everything was going in the moment. Come along with us as we...1692falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-43-oh-baby--56542746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56542746Mon, 21 Aug 2023 12:23:33 +0000Lina And ShantelWe have been absent for a couple months and in this episode we explain why…..along with some very exciting news!1192falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-42-part-2-update-on-lina-s-kid-journey-from-1-to-2-kids--54452830https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54452830Tue, 18 Jul 2023 01:20:21 +0000Lina And ShantelOkay, I've shared this before but I found more challenges with parenting a second child compared to my first, and it got easier yes but it felt like a really long time before I got to that space. Right now, my babygirl is 1 and a few months and its...2299falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-41-screen-time-with-kids--54452833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54452833Wed, 21 Jun 2023 02:34:00 +0000Lina And ShantelThere is so much info around screentime and with both of our households going through different scenarios, we thought it best to share with it others! You might not be experiencing this but if you are - WE ARE RIGHT THERE WITH YOU!2436falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transitioning-from-1-to-2-kids--54039576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54039576Tue, 30 May 2023 11:11:28 +0000Lina And ShantelHaving one child is hard, having two adds a different dynamic. We experience new things we didnt with our first, we talk about the challenges we find with mothering 2 kids compared to 1 and whats worked for us along the way. Tune it to hear more!2287falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-big-move-gonzalez-family-move-to-america--53965801https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53965801Tue, 23 May 2023 01:03:56 +0000Lina And ShantelGonzalez family are moving to America! In this episode we go into how this is going, why and when! They have been in Australia over 7 years so it is a big move with two kiddies!2378falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-raising-sons--53900469
Join Lina and Shantel , as they share their experiences in the wonderful world of raising boys and their hopes they for them in today’s world and society.

You'll learn to embrace the chaos, appreciate the beauty of boisterous imagination, and laugh your way through the trials and tribulations of raising these little bundles of energy.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53900469Wed, 17 May 2023 03:58:09 +0000Lina And ShantelIn this episode , we dive headfirst into the joyous chaos of raising boys, where adventure, mischief, and laughter unite! Join Lina and Shantel , as they share their experiences in the wonderful world of raising boys and their hopes they for them in...
Join Lina and Shantel , as they share their experiences in the wonderful world of raising boys and their hopes they for them in today’s world and society.

You'll learn to embrace the chaos, appreciate the beauty of boisterous imagination, and laugh your way through the trials and tribulations of raising these little bundles of energy.]]>4048falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mother-s-day-special--53800347https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53800347Tue, 09 May 2023 23:24:37 +0000Lina And ShantelJoin Shantel as she interviews her lovey mama for our special Mother’s Day Episode. They talk ser-care back in the day versus now, being a mom and having a business and so much more! This episode will be sure to make you laugh and leaving you wanting...2387mom,momlife,mother,mothersday,selfcarefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pregnant-with-hg-what-it-is-and-how-to-treat-it--53704225 Disclaimer: She is not a qualified professional and it is recommended to see your GP or someone in that field to get further information around your situation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53704225Tue, 02 May 2023 04:47:47 +0000Lina And ShantelBoth times Lina has had pregnancies with HG. And it went from worse, to even worser (if that is even a word!) Hear her experiences and how she dealt with it, learnt from it and what actions she recommends putting in place if you're listening and going... Disclaimer: She is not a qualified professional and it is recommended to see your GP or someone in that field to get further information around your situation.]]>2256hg,morningsickness,pregnancy,pregnantfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miscarriage-with-shantel--53627075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53627075Mon, 24 Apr 2023 10:14:49 +0000Lina And ShantelThe hardest episode I have recorded and I know this doesn’t magically make things better, but I also know that there is power in recognising you aren’t alone when you hear other’s stories. If you are going through or have been through miscarriage, you...4243miscariageawarness,miscarriage,oneinfour,parentingfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apologies-for-past-promises--53490491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53490491Mon, 10 Apr 2023 10:03:49 +0000Lina And ShantelWe have said far too many times “This will be a seperate episode” and then never recorded anything. We are sorry, we WILL. We are taking two weeks off so be sure to follow us on Instagram @myloxximamas and learn some fun stats and behind the scenes!...252falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-raising-daughters--53427703https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53427703Mon, 03 Apr 2023 13:07:38 +0000Lina And ShantelJoin Lina and Shantel as we share the highs, lows, difficulties and everything in between. We talk about what we fear , what we have learned, and all the things we are still struggling with.4491girlmom,girlmum,momlife,parenting,parentingjourney,raisingdaughters,raisinggirlsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pregnancy-america-vs-australia-with-special-guest--53348252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53348252Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:01:01 +0000Lina And ShantelJoin Shantel as she interviews special guest Sharaya Green on her pregnancy journey in the US versus Shantel’s pregnancy in Australia.3387newborn,parenting,pregnancy,women'shealthfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/inflation-through-the-eyes-of-a-husband-with-carl-sevita--52590750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590750Mon, 20 Mar 2023 10:43:45 +0000Lina And ShantelThis episode we thought it would be fun to dive into the brains of a male and husband, in a household where the wife (Lina) handles the finances. We wanted to get an understanding of how the other half of a relationship handles inflation when they...1762falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lina-s-update-on-parenting-two-kids-in-2023--52590729https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590729Mon, 13 Mar 2023 10:34:10 +0000Lina And ShantelThis episode Lina dives into the difference between parenting now and the changes she's seen from newborn stage with her second, to now having a 4year old and a 9 month old. Things have changed and she explains it all!2322falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marriage-with-little-kids-the-sevita-s-experience--52590732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590732Mon, 06 Mar 2023 09:38:23 +0000Lina And ShantelBeing married is already a mission in itself and so adding children to the mix can add quite a force if you aren't prepared for it. This episode Carl and Lina share their experience about the times they struggled in their marriage with two little kids...2475family,family-matters,marriage,marriage&familyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finance-advice-from-an-expert--52590761https://instagram.com/sweethop...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590761Mon, 27 Feb 2023 11:07:19 +0000Lina And ShantelShantel explores the financial topics with a special guest and financial guru, Carlee. She shares about how she ventured into this industry and the tips shes found that'll hopefully help many households across the world. Carlee will be back with some...https://instagram.com/sweethop...]]>3878falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-helpful-guide-to-being-friends-with-a-mama--51984407https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51984407Tue, 21 Feb 2023 05:18:19 +0000Lina And ShantelThis episode is such a goodie. Lina takes us into a beautiful conversation with her best friend who is single with no children. They discuss questions around how to navigate the friendship when the dynamic has completely shifted on one end, what...2206friendsofmoms,mama,momlife,mumlife,mumlifeunfilteredfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-body-after-baby--52590780
Here is the link to the podcast Shantel referenced on this episode https://podcasts.apple.com/au/...]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590780Mon, 13 Feb 2023 22:42:17 +0000Lina And ShantelMotherhood is beautiful, wild and challenging! This episode you catch us talking about our bodies and the changes its gone through since birthing two babies. We have struggled this time round and unsure of how to get pass the fog, we share this to...
Here is the link to the podcast Shantel referenced on this episode https://podcasts.apple.com/au/...]]>2385bodyimage,bodypositivity,mombod,selflovefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-the-never-ending-list-of-motherhood--52590797https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590797Tue, 07 Feb 2023 21:53:52 +0000Lina And ShantelDo you need to wash the clothes? Cook dinner? Pack bags and kids lunchboxes? Organise parties and after school activites? Do the groceries? Do you need to bath your children and get them to sleep? Have a house you need to clean before your bedtime?...2623momlife,momming,motherhood,mumlife,mumtobe,newmom,newmum,nofilterfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-birth-story-of-mateo-the-gonzale-s-story--52590767https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52590767Tue, 31 Jan 2023 06:54:31 +0000Lina And ShantelTune in as we hear the birth story of Mateo and how Shantel and Jorge navigate the birthing during a busy season!2175baby,birth,birthstory,newmama,newmom,newparents,pregnacyfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-the-unhelpful-guide-to-navigating-the-busyness-of-christmas--52190500
Thankyou to everyone who has listened, shared and come along the journey with both Shantel & I! We cannot wait to come back in 2023 with more experiences to share. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! x]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52190500Thu, 15 Dec 2022 02:30:01 +0000Lina And ShantelWe wrap up the year with some learnings around how we've navigated and still navigating, the busyness of Christmas with two kiddies in both families (which is way different to having one child). Thankyou to everyone who has listened, shared and...
Thankyou to everyone who has listened, shared and come along the journey with both Shantel & I! We cannot wait to come back in 2023 with more experiences to share. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! x]]>2191falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-our-post-natal-struggles--51984425https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51984425Tue, 22 Nov 2022 22:40:12 +0000Lina And ShantelOn occasion, we discuss topics that is very raw in time and common in nature (unfortunately!). This episode talks about the post natal struggles we both faced since becoming a mum and more recently, Lina's breakdown moment as she felt completed...2330falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-happy-two-years-to-us-taking-a-trip-down-memory-lane--51895699
We share all and also the future of My Loxxi. Thankyou for supporting us in every way, liking, subscribing and listening. We're very fortunate to be in this space and will be around for as long as we can. Virtual hugs your way, Lina & Shantel]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51895699Tue, 15 Nov 2022 07:19:41 +0000Lina And ShantelIt's been two years of this small business life and we're still going! We may have pivoted, we may have changed more than once but one thing remains, we're still here and still learning. Take a listen to how it started, the changes we made and why,...
We share all and also the future of My Loxxi. Thankyou for supporting us in every way, liking, subscribing and listening. We're very fortunate to be in this space and will be around for as long as we can. Virtual hugs your way, Lina & Shantel]]>1832falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-the-helpful-guide-to-travelling-with-shantel-s-top-tips--51735993https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51735993Tue, 01 Nov 2022 05:49:12 +0000Lina And ShantelThis is one you are going to want to save if you are planning travel or are going to soon! Shantel (travel agent for 6 years) shares her insider tips on booking travel, travelling with kids, airplane tips and the what to do and not do when you are...3957toptraveltips,travelagent,travelagentsecrets,travelling,travellingwithbabies,travellingwithkids,travellingwithtoddlers,traveltips,traveltripsandtricksfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-the-travelling-diaries-pt2--51315325https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51315325Tue, 25 Oct 2022 09:17:22 +0000Lina And ShantelJoin us as we discuss what happened on our trips, what we learned and if we would do it again! Listen to PT 1 if you haven’t yet!1800momlife,mum,traveldiaries,travelling,travellingwithkids,travellingwithtoddlersfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-the-travel-diaries-pt-1--51315324https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51315324Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:05:42 +0000Lina And ShantelTune into part one of the travel diaries with Shantel and Lina. We talk about our upcoming adventures as a pregnant mum with a toddler and a family with a newborn and toddler travelling for 10+ hrs on a flight. Part two will be released soon about how...2236falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-the-unhelpful-guide-to-feeding--51315322https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51315322Tue, 04 Oct 2022 08:59:15 +0000Lina And ShantelJoin us as we share our very different journeys on feeding. Breast vs bottle, what we found most difficult, what we learned along the way and everything else.2821bottlefeeding,breast-cancer,fedisbest,firsttimemom,firsttimemum,mama,newmom,newmumfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-pregnancy-and-mum-brain--51315319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51315319Tue, 27 Sep 2022 03:18:05 +0000Lina And ShantelJoin Shantel and Lina as we share some of our pregnancy and mum brain moments as well as some that have wrote in! Laugh with us at some of the things we have forgot, cried over or just some of the crazy emotions that come along with pregnancy and...1958falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-love-it-or-leave-it--51315281https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51315281Tue, 20 Sep 2022 01:28:51 +0000Lina And ShantelThis episode we look back on pregnancy and current pregnancy for Shantel, birth and post partum items we either really used and loved or simply didn't. We absolutely know that its always based on your own personal preference as well so while we know...2448babyontheway,momtobe,mumtobe,pegnancy,pregnantfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-the-helpful-guide-to-budget-and-money-hacks--51248130https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51248130Tue, 13 Sep 2022 21:49:54 +0000Lina And ShantelWe're all about saving and budgeting where possible and being frugal and smart with our money and time! This is an episode we've found helpful for us and hope it'll be the same for you, so tune in and take notes! We hope we've helped our mama...2357motherhood unplugged,mum hacks,mum life,parenthood,the life of mumsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-the-unhelpful-guide-to-sleep-training--50993706https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50993706Tue, 06 Sep 2022 01:10:33 +0000Lina And ShantelWe're going back in time to hear from Lina and how she went with sleep training her first child while she was heavily pregnant with baby #2. Take a listen to see what helped her and what didn't!2262momoftwo,mums,newborn,sleep,sleeptraining,sleeptrainingbaby,toddler,toddler-books,toddlerparentsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-the-unhelpful-guide-to-potty-training--50993670https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50993670Mon, 29 Aug 2022 23:27:27 +0000Lina And ShantelPotty training can be challenging, funny, slow in progress and annoying but it has to be done! This episode we hear about Shantel and Lina's experience toilet training their toddlers. What worked, what didn't worked and how to help their babies be...1647motherhood,pottytraining,toddlerlife,toilettrainingtipsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-the-unhelpful-guide-to-fatherhood-with-carl-sevita--50993639https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50993639Mon, 22 Aug 2022 10:42:53 +0000Lina And ShantelWe loved hearing from one of the My Loxxi husband's about their experience with fatherhood, so it seemed only natural to interview the other My Loxxi husband, Mr Carl Sevita and see how he's been finding fatherhood to two little people. Such a fun...1564falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-the-unhelpful-guide-to-fatherhood-with-jorge--50924107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50924107Mon, 15 Aug 2022 23:45:50 +0000Lina And ShantelSo! This episode was planned and recorded while Lina was heavily pregnant (which is now old news as she's given birth!) But we wanted to take that opportunity to interview our husbands on fatherhood. So tune in to hear all the things from Jorge and...1796daddy's home,dad life,fatherhood,husband's perspective,mother and father,motherhood,mum life,parenting unplugged,real parent life,the husbandfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-a-catch-up-episode-with-the-my-loxxi-mamas--50850196https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50850196Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:14:41 +0000Lina And ShantelA lot has happened between the last few episodes we uploaded, so we thought we'd do the right thing and share some updates on our lives. Our growing families, the new shift with a newborn, being pregnant and even our small business venture. Tune in to...2502baby mum,motherhood journey,motherhood unplugged,mum life,mums supportingums,pregnant mum,real mums,small business mumsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-9-fact-check-on-our-selfcare-episode--50651700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50651700Tue, 19 Jul 2022 23:43:07 +0000Lina And ShantelTune in to another fact check on our recently uploaded episode about selfcare because let's face it, we like to ramble sometimes with no real evidence so if you're after a laugh, stick around!1093aussie mums,baby mum,mamahood,motherhood,mum life,mums supporting mums,raw motherhood,real motherhood,self-care mama,toddler mum,women supporting womenfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-the-unhelpful-guide-to-selfcare--50397241https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50397241Tue, 28 Jun 2022 21:35:07 +0000Lina And ShantelTune into this week's episode about all things self-care the My Loxxi ladies.3080falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-fact-check-birth-story-part-2-lina--49945087https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49945087Wed, 25 May 2022 20:37:39 +0000Lina And ShantelLet's tune into this week's episode and make sure we set things straight with our facts about Lina's birth story. And if you haven't listened to it, head on back to Episode 6 to get the full details of her experience.1014falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-the-unhelpful-guide-to-birth-lina-s-story--49648648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49648648Wed, 04 May 2022 00:29:43 +0000Lina And ShantelThis episode we tune into Lina's birth story with her baby boy Valentine and get the inside scoop of her experience with pregnancy, labour and more.2656birth,birth experience,first time mum,life as a mother,motherhood unplugged,mum life,newborn life,raw mum details,real mum life,toddler mumfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-fact-check-to-birth-story-part-1-shantel--49484425https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49484425Tue, 19 Apr 2022 21:38:06 +0000Lina And ShantelSometimes, just sometimes, Shantel & I will share details that aren't exactly true. So we've made an entire episode around some of those things we've shared with Shantels birth experience and what the actual facts are! Enjoy!1849birth,birth experience,birth story,motherhood,motherhood unplugged,mum life,mummy time,mum thoughts,my life,raw and vulnerable,real mums,throwback,toddler mumfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-the-unhelpful-guide-to-birth-shantel-s-story--49309556https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49309556Mon, 04 Apr 2022 02:55:53 +0000Lina And ShantelWe dive into Birth Story part 1 which is all about Shantel's experience with giving birth to Isabella from the lead up, to being in the hospital and post partum. Enjoy!2445birth,birthexperience,birthstory,motherhood,motherhoodexperience,mumlifeunfiltered,mumthoughts,mybirthstory,reallifemumfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-the-unhelpful-guide-to-pregnancy-part-2--48892380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48892380Mon, 28 Feb 2022 04:10:21 +0000Lina And ShantelThere is just too much to talk about, we couldn’t do it all in one episode! So this is our fact check on part 1 and let’s just say, we missed a lot! We ask so many more questions about pregnancy, even those odd ones you just don’t know who to talk...3523falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-the-unhelpful-guide-to-pregnancy-part-1--48892351https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48892351Mon, 28 Feb 2022 04:03:45 +0000Lina And ShantelWe unpack all things pregnancy! Lina is currently pregnant and holds NOTHING back! The good the bad and the ugly. We are sure this episode will have you laughing and cringing!2801falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-who-are-we--48699599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48699599Sat, 12 Feb 2022 08:32:31 +0000Lina And ShantelWho are Lina and Shantel, what is My Loxxi? I am sure you have got tons of questions. Well this episode takes you through the ladies behind the mic and why they have started this podcast.2479aboutus,firstepisode,intro,motherhood,motherhoodunfiltered,motherhoodunplugged,rawrealmotherhoodfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-2-a-preview-of-the-unhelpful-guide-to-motherhood--48490038https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48490038Sat, 29 Jan 2022 00:27:20 +0000Lina And ShantelWoo hoo! It’s happening! Join Lina and Shantel as they share a bit more about what you can expect in the podcast! Subscribe now!144firsttimemom,firsttimemum,motherhoodunfiltered,motherhoodunplugged,parenting-podcast,pregnancy,pregnancypodcast,rawmotherhoodfalsefull