SENSITIVE EPISODE: Episode 22 - Nic Phillis - Mother of two/Women's champion for those who suffer Hyperemesis gravidarum/ Difficult pregnancies

In today’s deeply honest and emotional episode, I’m joined by Nic Phillis, who shares her raw and real journey through pregnancy, motherhood, grief, and healing.

Nic and I have a personal connection — I had the honour of marrying Nic and her husband Craig nearly four years ago — and since then, Nic has become a mum to Lleyton and most recently Billie. In this conversation, Nic opens up about experiences that are rarely spoken about openly, but so deeply felt by many.

⚠️ Content Note:
This episode includes discussions around pregnancy loss, fertility challenges, grief, and hyperemesis gravidarum. Please take care while listening, pause when needed, or skip this episode if it feels too heavy right now.

✨ What we talk about:

• Nic’s background and the experiences that shaped who she is today.
• Why she chose to share her pregnancy and motherhood journey publicly.
• Expectations vs. reality — what Nic imagined pregnancy would be like.
• Navigating guilt and pressure when motherhood didn’t look or feel how she expected.
• Being pregnant while grieving alongside a sister who experienced loss of a baby during her 2nd trimester.
• Coping mentally when severe illness returned early in her second pregnancy.
• Living with hyperemesis gravidarum and the physical and emotional toll it can take.
• Why greater education and awareness around extreme pregnancy sickness is so important.
• What’s next for Nic in 2026

⚡ Rapid‑Fire Round:

• One thing Nic wishes for women in 2026
• What she would change about how extreme morning sickness is perceived
• Something she is deeply grateful for
• A heartfelt shout‑out to a woman who has inspired her

💛 This episode is for you if:

• You’ve experienced pregnancy loss, complicated pregnancy, or fertility struggles.
• You’ve felt guilt or confusion around how motherhood “should” feel.
• You want to hear an honest, compassionate conversation that makes you feel less alone.

If this episode resonates with you, please consider sharing it with someone who may need to hear it. These stories matter — and so do you.

Find me at @officiallyemmayoung

Find Nic at @nic_phillis

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Resources and links mentioned in this episode:

• Instagram: @officiallyemmayoung
• Emma the Celebrant