Postnatal Podcast Episodes

In this episode of the Pregnancy, Birth, and Recovery podcast, I had the pleasure of chatting with Kiara, a valued member of our FitNest Mama community. Kiara, who is eight weeks postpartum with her second baby, Ellie, shared her experiences and insights from her second pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Kiara’s Second Pregnancy Journey Kiara’s second…

In this recent episode, Kristy, a member of FitNest Mama and experienced surrogate, shared her incredible journey through surrogacy. Her surrogacy podcast birth story is a remarkable mix of personal childbirth experiences and the generous act of becoming a gestational carrier for other families. From Personal Pregnancy to Surrogacy Kristy’s journey into surrogacy began after…

Postpartum recovery is important for every new mother. If you’ve been feeling off track with your recovery, it might be time to consider an online postnatal core rehab program. Today, I’m discussing five signs that it’s time to join an online postpartum core rehab program. Whether you’re currently pregnant or in the postnatal phase, these…

Pregnancy brings about significant changes to a woman’s body, often resulting in discomfort and various physical challenges. One way to manage these changes and alleviate discomfort is through the use of compression garments. In this podcast episode, where we chat with Sarah Cleaver, who is a physiotherapist and Australasian distributor for Solidea, we explore the various…

Let’s chat pregnancy fitness. Embracing fitness during pregnancy not only supports our body’s health but also prepares us for the demands of childbirth and aids in a smoother postpartum recovery. By investing back into our body, we are setting the stage for a healthier, happier motherhood experience. Looking After Our Body During Pregnancy So many…

In this podcast episode, I chatted with Holly, a first time mum, about her journey with IVF with her husband who underwent a gender transition when he was younger. As a result, her husband’s ability to biologically father a child was not an option. However, the couple’s determination led them to a solution: choosing a…

Raising a child with a developmental delay or disability presents a unique set of challenges and complexities that can feel overwhelming for parents. However, understanding the available support systems and how to navigate them can make a significant difference. In this podcast episode, I talked with Hayley Thiele, the driving force behind Alee Disability Support…

Understanding some steps may help with recovery from a caesarean birth, supporting a smoother recovery for regaining strength, energy, fitness, mobility, and overall wellness postpartum. In this podcast episode, I discuss things to consider during pregnancy as well as the postpartum phase offering practical advice and effective strategies for caesarean birth recovery. Keep up your…

Caesarean birth recovery is a journey unique to every new mum who undergoes this major abdominal surgery, often referred to as a “belly birth.” With caesarean sections accounting for 37% of all births in Australia in 2020, understanding and preparing for the postpartum recovery process is essential. In this podcast episode with Amber-Lee from The…

A Guide to Rest and Support As the joyful anticipation of welcoming a newborn into the world fills the air, it may be helpful for expectant mothers to shift their focus beyond the traditional three trimesters of pregnancy. The fourth trimester, often referred to as the postpartum period, is a critical phase that demands adequate…