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EPISODE · Mar 5, 2026 · 17 MIN

Spilled Milk - yes, sometimes we cry about it

from The Wing · host Katey Battenally

Most new parents feel overwhelmed, but what if a simple tool could help you understand and manage those intense emotions? In this candid episode, Katey Battenally shares how ChatGPT became her unexpected bestie in navigating postpartum stress, guilt, and relationship challenges during the demanding early months of motherhood.After a hectic festival adventure and a series of sleepless nights with her newborn and toddlers, Katey found herself questioning her limits—and her sanity. Instead of suffering in silence, she turned to AI to decode her feelings, gain clarity, and create practical boundaries. The result? A newfound understanding of postpartum exhaustion, emotional triggers, and the importance of self-validation.You'll discover:How AI like ChatGPT can serve as your emotional first aid, offering tailored scripts and support during tough seasonsThe three key factors that amplify postpartum stress—hormonal, responsibility overload, and feelings of abandonment—and how to address themSimple, actionable strategies for establishing fairness and boundaries with your partner, even amid chaosWhy recognising postpartum anxiety as anger is crucial—and how support can make all the differenceThis episode is perfect for new parents, overwhelmed caregivers, and anyone seeking an innovative approach to managing postpartum emotions. If you're tired of feeling like you're going it alone, Katey's story reveals how modern tools can provide clarity, validate your experience, and foster stronger connections in your most vulnerable moments.By sharing her vulnerable insights and practical techniques, Katey empowers you to pause, understand, and communicate your needs—without guilt or judgment. If you're craving practical, compassionate advice that goes beyond traditional coping, this episode is your guide to turning postpartum chaos into clarity.Follow us at @the_wingpodaus on Instagram and subscribe to @TheWingPodcastAu on Youtube to stay connected to every episode.

Most new parents feel overwhelmed, but what if a simple tool could help you understand and manage those intense emotions? In this candid episode, Katey Battenally shares how ChatGPT became her unexpected bestie in navigating postpartum stress, guilt, and relationship challenges during the demanding early months of motherhood. After a hectic festival adventure and a series of sleepless nights with her newborn and toddlers, Katey found herself questioning her limits—and her sanity. Instea...

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