Newborn 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….

Mel came back on the Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery Podcast to share her second induction birth story, and I’m so glad she did. Mel is a mum of two. She has a three year old daughter, Alice, and a three month old baby boy, Riley. What struck me most about our conversation was how honest…

Birth stories shape how we understand what is possible. This positive plus size birth story centres calm, informed decision-making and trust in the body. Jen Nicholson, a women’s health physiotherapist and first-time mum to baby Maisie, shared her pregnancy and birth experience in a way that felt steady, honest, and deeply reassuring. Her story is…

Welcoming a baby into the world is never a predictable experience. For some women, birth unfolds gently and smoothly. For others, it takes twists and turns that reshape their understanding of strength, resilience and support.This is Kristen’s birth story with forceps – a raw, honest, and ultimately hopeful journey that spans from early pregnancy to…

As a women’s health physiotherapist, I’m lucky enough to have conversations with experts who not only understand the science, but also truly understand the lived experience of motherhood. In a recent episode, I sat down with Ann — a fellow physio, lactation consultant, and founder of The Baby Wearing Physio — to explore the benefits…

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…

Starting solids is one of the most exciting milestones in your baby’s journey — but it can also feel terrifying. In this podcast episode, I chat with Eliza Leslie, an experienced ambulance paramedic, mum, and founder of Baby Safe Basics, about one of the biggest worries parents face: choking versus gagging. Eliza shares the difference…

I sat down with first-time mum Eugenie to hear about her beautiful, empowering induction birth. If you’ve ever wondered whether an induction can still be a calm, empowering experience, Eugenie’s story is here to reassure you. Her journey is a shining example of how an induction can be positive, personal, and full of choice. If…

Welcoming a newborn into the world is a whirlwind of emotion, exhaustion, and adjustment. For many new mums, breastfeeding can feel both incredibly natural and incredibly overwhelming. So how do you give yourself the best chance at success? In this podcast episode, we break down simple yet powerful breastfeeding tips for new mums, especially during…

If you’re breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed, this is an important read. Mastitis can be painful, confusing, and downright exhausting—but the good news is, there’s help and hope. In this podcast episode, I sat down with Dr Nicole Gale, GP and breastfeeding specialist, to unpack how to treat mastitis, what to look out for, and…