LiSTNR’s 1 in 5 Mothers, 1 in 10 Fathers returns today with a powerful third season, created in partnership with Gidget Foundation Australia. Hosted by journalist and news presenter Davina Smith, the series continues to shine a much-needed spotlight on Perinatal Depression and Anxiety (PNDA), a condition affecting 1 in 5 new mothers and 1 in 10 new fathers in Australia.
Through raw, honest conversations with parents and expert voices in the field, the podcast breaks down stigma, encourages early intervention, and offers tangible support for those navigating the often-isolating journey into parenthood. A study conducted for Gidget Foundation Australia found as many as one in five (21%) parents have experienced perinatal mental health symptoms and have not sought professional help. 1 in 5 Mothers, 1 in 10 Fathers helps bridge the gap by empowering listeners with knowledge, compassion, and community.
This season introduces new voices and stories, including Paralympian and media personality Ellie Cole, The Wiggles’ Caterina Mete, and TikTok personalities Georgia Sian and Zac Norris. Expert contributors include respected paediatrician Dr Golly, holistic reproductive health expert Dr Leah Hechtman, and Tara Hunter from Full Stop Australia.
Davina Smith, host of 1 in 5 Mothers, 1 in 10 Fathers, said: “I’ve been in the trenches – unwell with PNDA, I know how hard it can be. And I know how helpful it is to know you’re not alone. This season has something for every parent – no matter their circumstance. Like me – You’ll be inspired! You’ll laugh! You’ll cry! Listeners will be in awe of the superhuman strength of these Mums and Dads and will discover that same strength is hidden inside them!” Smith concluded.
Todd Stevens, Branded Podcasts Producer at LiSTNR, said: “From the very beginning, the goal of this podcast has been to spark honest conversations about the sometimes tough and often unspoken moments that can accompany parenthood. Season three continues to showcase these conversations with episodes that explore parenting with a disability, navigating the complexities of being a young parent, and the resilience of parenting as a survivor of complex trauma.”
Launching today, Wednesday 7 May, download the LiSTNR app and listen for free.1 in 5 Mothers, 1 in 10 Fathers will comprise eight fortnightly episodes.
About LiSTNR:
LiSTNR is a curated and personalised, free app offering radio, podcasts, music, and news, creating a new audio destination for all Australians. Featuring a fun and intuitive onboarding process, LiSTNR delivers an audio destination that is built for individual listeners’ routines and preferences. Highly personalised, it provides listeners a new world of audio entertainment, with their own daily feed of audio and easy discovery of new content through curated recommendations. Available across a large array of devices including both iOS and Android, CarPlay and Android Auto, Google Assistant and Alexa and Android TV, LiSTNR enables a fantastic listening experience, anytime and anywhere. Open your Ears to a new world of audio – download the free app today. LiSTNR.com
About Gidget Foundation Australia:
Gidget Foundation Australia is a not-for-profit organisation that exists to support the emotional wellbeing of potential, expectant and new parents, to ensure they receive timely, appropriate and specialist care. As the national leading provider of perinatal mental health services Gidget Foundation Australia offers year-long, free, specialist perinatal mental health psychological services, via face-to-face and telehealth; and invests in retention, engagement, and development of its 175+ clinicians through an innovative training, mentoring and supervision workforce development program. Gidget Foundation Australia
About Gidget:
Gidget was the nickname of a vibrant young mother who tragically took her own life while experiencing postnatal depression, a diagnosis she kept close to her heart. Together her loving family and friends created Gidget Foundation Australia determined that what happened to Gidget would not happen to others.
About the Citations
The data by Gidget Foundation Australia was carried out on a sample of 505 expectant parents and parents with children under 3 in May 2024. Methodology: The data sample was weighted against ABS data for age, gender and location using an online survey that was independently conducted and verified by PureProfile.