Wellbeing Podcast Episodes

If you are a mother who is feeling tired, unmotivated, sore or weak…. and feeling the effects of the motherhood load, this episode is for you. In this episode I provide some real life strategies to help you invest in your self-care with exercise, use exercise as medicine, and thus invest in your physical and…

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…

The journey into motherhood is as challenging as it is beautiful, bringing with it significant changes not only physically but also mentally. Recognising and supporting the mental health of new mothers is crucial, as highlighted in this podcast episode featuring Claire Andrews, a dedicated maternal child health nurse. Claire’s insights provide valuable guidance on navigating…

In one of our latest episode on the Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery podcast, I discussed a topic that I often brushed under the carpet: pelvic floor birth trauma. Traditionally, society focusses on the joyful stories of birth, leaving the not-so-pleasant bits like pelvic floor issues a bit of a taboo. But it’s high time we…

Starting a family can sometimes feel like a rollercoaster, with lots of advice on what to do and what to eat. In this podcast episode, we got some clear advice from Mariam, a fertility dietitian, on how the right foods can help boost your fertility. Can a Nutritionist Help with Fertility? Yes, they can! Fertility…

In this podcast episode, we discussed a common concern for expectant mothers, particularly those in their first trimester, regarding the safety of Pilates exercises, especially abdominal ones. We’ll delve into the key takeaways from this insightful discussion and explore the benefits of exercising during pregnancy, considerations for the first trimester, guidelines for safe workouts, and…

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…

As we step into the dawn of a new year, there’s a natural inclination to embark on a journey of self-improvement. For many mums, whether navigating the joys of pregnancy or the postpartum stage, prioritising health and fitness goals takes centre stage. In this podcast episode, we dive into the intricacies of setting New Year…

Welcome back to another episode of the Pregnancy, Birth and Recovery podcast. Today I am addressing a common concern raised by one of our listeners—how to stay fit and active with a young family, particularly when managing the demands of a two-year-old and a six-month-old. As a physio and a mum who has been through…

Introduction to Jasmin from Let’s Sleep, a baby sleep consultant from Melbourne Meet Jazz, a seasoned baby and toddler sleep consultant with a decade of experience as a midwife and maternal and child health nurse. Hailing from Melbourne, Jazz, a mother herself, shares her insights to help expecting parents navigate the intricacies of newborn sleep….