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Birth Story, Caesarean Section, Pregnancy
It’s my pleasure to share this Birth Story, Spilling the Milk episode with you today and introduce you to my beautiful guest and new mama, Claire. Having given birth only 5 short weeks ago at the time of recording, Claire opens up about being a single mama by choice and the arduous yet amazing story…
Diet, Gestational Diabetes, Pregnancy
Gestational Diabetes affects approximately 14% of pregnant women in Australia but many women are still uninformed about it. In today’s episode I’m talking to accredited, practicing dietician Robyn Compton all about it. Robyn practices at the Royal Woman’s Hospital in Melbourne and works mainly helping women to manage Gestational Diabetes and its risk factors. Robyn…
Mindfulness, Postnatal, Pregnancy, Wellbeing
Here we are with the first episode of 2020! Today’s topic is a challenge universally faced by men and women but becomes particularly difficult for pregnant women and new mums. I’m joined by Kiara Johnson to dive into the struggle of body image, body confidence, and dealing with your inner critic. Kiara is a mindset…
After Birth Recovery, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Epidural, Forceps
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…
Pelvic Girdle Pain, Pregnancy
I’m winging it today in this solo episode as I talk all about pelvic girdle pain, which is a really common issue that many women face during pregnancy. I talk about what it is, what might commonly irritate the pain, share my top tips on how to manage the pain and when you should seek…
Childbirth, Pregnancy
You’ve likely heard of calm birthing, but do you know what it’s all about? Perhaps you’re wondering if it’s for you. If so, this episode is right up your alley as I take a dive into the ins and outs of calm birthing with special guest, Lauretta Hamilton. Lauretta is a midwife based in Ballarat,…
Gestational Diabetes, Pregnancy
11. Why Pregnant Women Shouldn’t Feel Guilty if Diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes with Dr Tom Cade
What do you know about gestational diabetes? Do you know why Australia screens every woman during pregnancy? Like a lot of women, the first time you might have heard about gestational diabetes is when you were tested for it yourself. Who can forget that sickly sweet glucose drink and hours of waiting for blood test…
Covid, Postnatal Depression
It is such a joyous occasion when you first get to bring your baby home. You start to experience life in a whole new way with this little person by your side and it is such a special time. But it can also be extremely overwhelming. You may experience emotions such as anxiety and depression…
Bowels, Pelvic Floor, Perineal Massage, Pregnancy
As a pelvic floor physio, I get asked a lot of questions from women wanting to know how to protect their pelvic floor during pregnancy. I also work with many women who have already given birth and are needing to regain some strength in that all important area. It can be daunting with so much…
Birth Story, Breastfeeding, Childbirth, Epidural, Episiotomy, Hypnobirthing
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…
Childbirth
If you’re about to have a baby, this episode is absolutely one for you. Not only is it for you though, I highly suggest popping this episode into your birth partner’s ears so that they can get all the tips that are shared today. When you’re in labour, it can be difficult for your partner…
Podcast Categories
- Childbirth (68)
- Pregnancy (65)
- After Birth Recovery (54)
- Birth Story (53)
- Motherhood (48)
- Postnatal (43)
- Wellbeing (38)
- Pelvic Floor (35)
- Exercise (32)
- Newborn (22)
- Fourth Trimester (19)
- Caesarean Section (15)
- Fertility (12)
- Induction (12)
- Mindfulness (11)
- Workouts (10)
- Running (10)
- Hypnobirthing (9)
- Diet (8)
- Breastfeeding (8)
- Baby (7)
- Pelvic Girdle Pain (7)
- Postnatal Depression (7)
- Pelvic Health (6)
- VBAC (5)
- Epidural (5)
- Forceps (4)
- Perineal Massage (4)
- Gestational Diabetes (3)
- Baby Sleep (3)
- Bowels (2)
- Twins (2)
- Conscious Parenting (2)
- Episiotomy (1)
- Breech Birth (1)
- First Aid (1)
- DRAM (1)
- Covid (1)
- Abdominal muscle separation (1)