Epidural Podcast Episodes

When I spoke with Dr Rangi De Silva on the Pregnancy Birth, and Recovery Podcast, one of the biggest messages that came through was this: birth preparation matters, but flexibility matters just as much. So often, women feel pressure to create the perfect birth plan, only to feel disappointed if labour takes a different direction….

In this podcast episode, I talk with Ashley, a beautiful member of the FitNest Mama community, who generously shares her induction birth story. Ten months postpartum, Ashley opens up about her journey through assisted conception, pregnancy after loss, severe hyperemesis, and her eventual midwife-led vaginal birth. Her story is one of resilience, honesty, and hope…

Simone Holtznagel’s Background Simone Holtznagel is a well-known Australian media personality, recognised for her appearances on popular shows like “Australia’s Next Top Model” and “I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here!”. Recently, she started on a new journey into motherhood with the birth of her baby girl, Gia, who was six weeks old at…

In this podcast episode, Demi the Baby Physio, shares her inspiring birth story as a mum of two, delving into the highlights of her journey, touching upon the challenges of her second pregnancy, the decision to attempt a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean), and the incredible moments during labour and delivery. The Second Pregnancy: Navigating…

In this podcast episode, I had a conversation with Jodie as we delve into her journey through motherhood with twins and a toddler. Her Journey to Becoming Pregnant After Miscarriage Jodie’s story begins with heartbreak, as she experienced a miscarriage. The loss left her with a longing to expand her family and a determination to…

In this episode Elizabeth shares her beautiful birth story who recently became a parent through IVF after experiencing challenges with conception and recurrent miscarriage. At 36 years old, Elizabeth started trying to conceive, after which her first 3 pregnancies ended in miscarriage. From this point Elizabeth and her partner started looking into fertility clinics, and…

For first time mamas, the thought of labour can be quite daunting.  There are many unknowns and so much anticipation as you await the birth of your baby. Everyone has a different experience in labour and as women, it is an incredibly bonding and empowering experience to share our birth stories. This is a beautiful…

I’m excited to introduce you to a special guest today.  It’s my first chat on this podcast with an every day mama with the intention of discussing the realities of pregnancy, birth and becoming a new mama. Brie is not only a new mama but also one of the founding members of FitNest Mama and…