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  1. 171. Quick Kick: Braxton Hicks in Pregnancy

    20 oktober 2025 · 16 min

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    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about Braxton Hicks in pregnancy. Brigid also shares she birth story for her second birth. Lees meer

    For more information on braxton hicks in pregnancy, listen to episode 71. Braxton Hicks vs Early Labour HERE.
    https://open.spotify.com/episode/09Jb11HgkSw3kcqaZyEpPx?si=woM36YM0SWiGlAMj6qwK_A

    You can listen to episode 34. What is a VBAC and is it for you? HERE https://open.spotify.com/episode/1PjI3jY3luhtQ1Rjcoqlyc?si=GhQUnFLySeS1YqVaYoIUWQ

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    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment

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  2. 170. Medical Issues In Pregnancy (That Aren't Caused By Pregnancy)

    13 oktober 2025 · 36 min

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    TW: In this episode there is discussions about mental illness, suicidal thoughts, and domestic violence, if you feel you need support, please use any of the links at the bottom of the show notes. Lees meer

    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about all the medical issues in pregnancy that you might experience that aren't related to pregnancy and what they mean for you and your pregnancy and how they are treated.

    You can listen to episode 35. Epilepsy and what to do about getting pregnant and growing a baby here

    You can listen to episode 168. Q&A: Navigating Graves’ Disease in pregnancy & what are placental lakes? here

    You can listen to episode 148. How is your mental health? here

    You can listen to episode 97. Why don’t I feel myself in pregnancy? here

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  3. 169. Breastfeeding, Newborn Behaviour and Postpartum With Dr Kavita

    6 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 2 min

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    In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Dr Kavita who is a Breastfeeding Medicine Specialist, Perinatal GP, and IBCLC, about everything breastfeeding from how to get a good latch, to the anatomy of the breast. Lees meer

    You can find Dr Kavita on Instagram here @Dr.Kavita.T
    You can find Dr Kavita on Tiktok here @Dr.Kavita.T.
    You can find Dr Kavita’s website here and breastfeeding plan here

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  4. 168. Q&A: Navigating Graves' Disease In Pregnancy & What Are Placental Lakes?

    29 september 2025 · 38 min

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    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-fourth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
    • Navigating Graves' Disease in pregnancy.
    • What does a low-lying placenta and placental lakes mean for my pregnancy?
    • How common are subsequent breeched and preterm babies?
    • IVF pregnancies and inductions.
    • How common is a subsequent OP birth?
    • When will my period return after birth?

    You can listen to episode 36 What you need to know about your thyroid in pregnancy here.
    You can listen to episode 24. Maybe I have PCOS? here.
    You can listen to episode 65. Breastfeeding but I want to try for a baby here.

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    LINKS

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    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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  5. 167. A Genetic Testing Update

    22 september 2025 · 16 min

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    Most women in the pre-pregnancy phase know to take folate supplements. Tick. They know that quitting smoking is for the best. Tick. Even stopping the glass of wine at the end of the day is on the radar. Tick. Lees meer

    What most don’t know is that we now have the ability to look closely at our genes, genes that are incredibly common in our population, and three genes in particular – Cystic Fibrosis (CF), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) and Fragile X syndrome (FXS). These pre-pregnancy genetic testing for these 3 conditions is now bulked billed in Australia under Medicare.

    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat talks about one off the really important first step every couple can do before they start trying for a pregnancy.

    You can listen to episode 162 here.

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  6. 166. Quick Kick: Can I Sleep On My Back In Pregnancy & Syphilis Testing In Pregnancy

    15 september 2025 · 16 min

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    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about whether women can sleep on their back in pregnancy and if it has any consequences for your baby.
    They also talk about syphilis testing during pregnancy and why it is done.
    Lees meer

    For more information on sleeping on your back in pregnancy, listen to episode 108 of The Kick HERE.

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    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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  7. 165. Should I Choose Private Or Public Care?

    8 september 2025 · 43 min

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    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr pat and Brigid talk about one of our most asked questions "Should I choose private or public care for my pregnancy?" Lees meer

    You can find the study here

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    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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  8. 164. Q&A: Antepartum Haemorrhages & Second Trimester Screening vs NIPTs

    1 september 2025 · 43 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-third Q&A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q&A session answers the following listener questions:
    • What is an antepartum haemorrhage?
    • Second trimester screening vs NIPTs
    • What pregnancy multivitamins should I be taking?
    • Is it normal for your HCG levels to be higher than what your gestational sac is presenting?
    • Are there any benefits to placenta encapsulation?
    • Am I a good candidate for a VBAC if my previous pregnancy ended in a caesarean section due to an obstruction of labour?
    • How does low Pap A impact a labour and birth?

    You can book with The Dietologist here
    You can listen to episode 79. Nutrients in Pre-pregnancy with Stef Valakas (The Dietologist) Part 1 here
    You can listen to episode 80. How to get the nutrients you need in pregnancy with Stef Valakas (The Dietologist) Part 2 here
    You can find the ASUM guidelines for bleeding in early pregnancy here

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    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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  9. 163. Gestational Diabetes: The New Guidelines Explained

    25 augustus 2025 · 48 min

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    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid listen to episode 17 of The Kick and provide an update on the information in that episode that is inline with the new Gestational Diabetes Guidelines. Lees meer

    You can find the GD guidelines for New Zealand here

    You can find the GD guidelines for Canada here

    You can find the GD guidelines for the UK here

    You can find the GD guidelines for the US here

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  10. 162. Quick Kick: Does Genetic Testing Raise More Questions Than Answers?

    18 augustus 2025 · 11 min

    Afspelen
    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about genetic screening tests, when to have one and what to do if you are surprised by the results. Lees meer

    For more information on Genetic Screening Tests, listen to episode 73 of The Kick HERE.
    Listen to episode 3 of The Kick HERE.

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  11. 161. Wee Need To Talk About Incontinence With Physiotherapist Belinda Matthews

    11 augustus 2025 · 39 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Physiotherapist Belinda Matthews about incontinence and pelvic floor health from pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. Lees meer

    You can find Belinda on the Ballarat Women's Clinic website here https://ballaratwomensclinic.com.au/belinda-matthews

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  12. 160. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our Twenty-Second Q&A Session.

    4 augustus 2025 · 28 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-second Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q & A session answers the following listener questions:
    • Are fresh pressed juices safe to have in pregnancy?
    • Have I had a false negative POAS pregnancy test?
    • When should I seek further assistance trying to conceive?
    • Is self-insemination effective?
    • An update from a listener.
    • Breastfeeding while pregnant.

    If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q&A:

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  13. 159. Nourish Yourself, Everyday With Sarah Pound

    28 juli 2025 · 46 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Nutritionist and cookbook author Sarah Pound about cooking for cravings in pregnancy and postpartum. They also talk about cooking for young kids who are fussy eaters. Lees meer

    Find Sarah's book Family Food here.
    Find Sarah on Instagram here.
    Find Sarah’s website here.

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  14. 158. Quick Kick: Will All My Pregnancies Have The Same Symptoms?

    21 juli 2025 · 7 min

    Afspelen
    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about whether a women’s pregnancy symptoms will be the same for all her pregnancies or whether symptoms will differ for each pregnancy. Lees meer

    For more information on pregnancy symptoms, listen to episode 108 of The Kick HERE.
    Listen to episode 5 of The Kick HERE.
    Listen to episode 22 of The Kick HERE.

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  15. 157. Should I Circumcise My Newborn?

    14 juli 2025 · 29 min

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    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about whether you should circumcise your newborn, and give you all the information you need to help you make a decision. Lees meer

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  16. 156. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Twenty-First Q And A Session.

    7 juli 2025 · 42 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twenty-first Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
    • How do I know if I have Asherman's syndrome?
    • Do I need to see a private obstetrician for my high risk pregnancy?
    • What are the risks around a low-lying and bi-lobed placenta
    • Irregular cycles and what's normal
    • What is uterus didelphys and what does it mean for my pregnancy?

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  17. 155. Quick Kick: Tips To Treat Pelvic Girdle Pain In Pregnancy

    30 juni 2025 · 10 min

    Afspelen
    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Physiotherapist Kath Baquie about what to do if you are diagnosed with Pelvic Girdle Pain in pregnancy. Lees meer

    For more information on Pelvic Girdle Pain, listen to episode 45 of The Kick here.

    Find Kath on instagram @fitnestmama
    Listen to Kath's Podcast here
    Find out more about the fitnest mama programs here

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  18. 154. When You Need A Specialist For Your Ultrasound In Pregnancy With COGU Dr Edward O’Mahony

    23 juni 2025 · 40 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to COGU Dr Ed O'Mahony about what a COGU is and the work they do, why someone might see a COGU in pregnancy and the role a COGU has in a woman's pregnancy. Lees meer

    You can find Dr Ed's website HERE

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  19. 153. New Miscarriage Guidelines

    16 juni 2025 · 27 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid discuss the updated RANZCOG guidelines for recurrent miscarriages and what they actually mean. Lees meer

    This episode discusses miscarriages and may be hard for some to hear. Please make sure you have your supports in place if you choose to listen.
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  20. 152. What To Expect In The First 3 Weeks With Your Newborn With Carmel Morabito

    9 juni 2025 · 40 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Carmel Morabito from Calm Babies about the first three weeks with your newborn, and what she wants all new parents to know. Lees meer

    Use the code KICK10 for $10 off the Calm Babies website HERE https://www.calmbabies.com.au
    Find Carmel on Instagram and TikTok @calm.babies https://www.instagram.com/calm.babies/

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  21. 151. Is Maternal Attachment Hardwired? With Perinatal Psychiatrist Professor Megan Galbally

    2 juni 2025 · 32 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talks with Perinatal Psychiatrist Professor Megan Galbally about all the different types of maternal attachment. Lees meer

    You can find out more about Professor Megan's work here.

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  22. 150. Quick Kick: Vitamin D In Pregnancy

    26 mei 2025 · 12 min

    Afspelen
    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk with Stef Valakas from The Dietologist about Vitamin D in pregnancy. Lees meer

    For more information on Vitamin D in Pregnancy, listen to episode 80 of The Kick HERE.

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  23. 149. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Twentieth Q And A Session.

    19 mei 2025 · 41 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their twentieth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
    • How to approach a birth debrief
    • What is a hymenal septum?
    • Can a lack of cervical mucus impact fertility?
    • The speed of subsequent births
    • Ovulation Induction
    • A listener update
    • Asherman's Syndrome and high risk pregnancies

    You can listen to episode 57, "What if I don't make the hospital in time?" here.

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  24. 148. How Is Your Mental Health With Perinatal Psychiatrist Professor Megan Galbally

    12 mei 2025 · 32 min

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    In this episode there is discussions about mental illness and suicidal thoughts, if you feel you need support please use any of the links at the bottom of the show notes. Lees meer

    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talks with Perinatal Psychiatrist Professor Megan Galbally about mental health in pregnancy and postpartum, the red flags to look out for and the different treatment options available.

    You can find out more about Professor Megan's work here.
    You can listen to Katie's story here.

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  25. 147. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Nineteenth Q And A Session

    5 mei 2025 · 29 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their nineteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
    • Does having a long cervix impact your chances of having a vaginal birth?
    • The pros and cons for each option of birthing the placenta.
    • Is there anything you can do to speed up subsequent labour after having a stalled first labour?
    • What causes irritable uterus and can it be prevented?

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  26. 146. Be A Boss (When You Talk To Your Boss) About Being Pregnant With HR Lawyer Jo Alilovic

    28 april 2025 · 45 min

    Afspelen
    On this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with HR lawyer Jo Alilovic about everything you need to know when it comes to talking to your employer about your pregnancy and what you are entitled to. Lees meer

    You can find Jo's website HERE.

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  27. 145. Re-release: All The Early Pregnancy Symptoms

    21 april 2025 · 24 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick we are re-releasing this conversation between Brigid and Dr Pat talking all about those early pregnancy symptoms, what’s common (and what’s not), when symptoms start, what might help and when to check in with your care provider. Lees meer

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  28. 144. Should I Freeze My Eggs?

    14 april 2025 · 26 min

    Afspelen
    In today's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about the question of 'should I freeze my eggs?' This episode covers everything from why someone would consider freezing their eggs to the process of egg freezing and even a breakdown of the costs involved with freezing eggs. Lees meer

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  29. 143. Quick Kick: Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me? Assisted Birth Interventions

    7 april 2025 · 13 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about the 2 types of assisted deliveries, forceps and vacuum and what happens in both. Lees meer

    For more information of assisted deliveries, listen to episode 30 of The Kick HERE.

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  30. 142. Stop. Not Everybody Should Be Doing Pelvic Floor Exercises With Physio Kath Baquie

    31 maart 2025 · 35 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Brigid talks with physiotherapist Kath Baquie about pelvic floor exercises that are used to strengthen your pelvic floor and why they may not be for everyone. Lees meer

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  31. 141. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Eighteenth Q And A Session

    24 maart 2025 · 36 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their eighteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:
    • We get an update from a listener who had their question answered in a pervious Q&A
    • Birth options for someone with Deep Vein Thrombosis
    • How long to wait between babies after a caesarean
    • The use of External Cephalic Version for breeched babies
    • Tips for birth partners
    • Your first period after coming off the pill

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  32. 140. Four Tips To Help You Push Your Baby Out

    17 maart 2025 · 31 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk all about pushing in labour. They cover some different pushing techniques, the urge to push, what happens to the baby during the pushing phase and Dr Pat gives his 4 tips to help you push your baby out effectively. This episode is a must listen! Lees meer

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  33. 139. Quick Kick: Understanding Your Menstrual Cycle

    10 maart 2025 · 11 min

    Afspelen
    In this Quick Kick episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk through how to understand your menstrual cycle to help you get pregnant. Lees meer

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  34. 138. Who Needs To See A Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist During Pregnancy With Professor Joanne Said

    3 maart 2025 · 46 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist Professor Joanne Said about the work of an MFM, when someone might see an MFM in pregnancy and the role an MFM has in a woman's pregnancy. Lees meer

    You can find Professor Joanne on X here
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  35. 137. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Seventeenth Q And A Session.

    24 februari 2025 · 45 min

    Afspelen
    This week on The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their seventeenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

    • Molar pregnancies
    • The use of a cook’s catheter in an induction
    • CMV in pregnancy
    • How does a shorten cervix affect a pregnancy
    • A retroverted uterus and pregnancy
    • Navigating difficult family dynamics during pregnancy
    • Weaning breastfeeding while pregnant
    • Ectopic pregnancies

    You can listen to Ep. 116 CMV in pregnancy: Why is no one talking about this? HERE
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  36. 136. Why Did My Labour Stall?

    17 februari 2025 · 33 min

    Afspelen
    In this week's episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid talk about stalled labours. They cover some of the reasons why a labour might stall and some of the things that might be done if your labour has stalled to help it progress. Lees meer

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  37. 135. From Eating Disorder To A Body Positive Pregnancy With Shay Liggett

    10 februari 2025 · 29 min

    Afspelen
    Content Warning: This episode of The Kick discusses eating disorders. Lees meer

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    In this Let's Chat episode of The Kick, Brigid chats with Shay about her 17-year struggle with an eating disorder to finding fulfilment in motherhood. Shay shares how she maintained her fitness, training and self-love throughout her pregnancy.

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  38. 134. Freeze, Prep And Cook Ahead. Get Practical In The Kitchen With Justine Schofield

    3 februari 2025 · 42 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Brigid talks with Justine Schofield about how pregnancy and motherhood changed her way of cooking and the importance of prepping ahead. Lees meer

    Find Justine's book Cook Ahead here
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  39. 133. Quick Kick: What is Delayed Cord Clamping?

    27 januari 2025 · 7 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about what delayed cord clamping is and what to expected if you have delayed cord clamping. Lees meer

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  40. 132. Ask Dr Pat, Or Brigid! Our Sixteenth Q And A Session

    20 januari 2025 · 46 min

    Afspelen
    Dr Pat and Brigid are back for The Kick's first episode of 2025 with their sixteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

    Long labours

    The Umbilical Cord breaking in delivery

    Carrying and lifting toddlers during pregnancy

    Why can't someone be induced?

    Why a baby’s head might not engage in the pelvis

    Septate Uterus

    Retained products and mild placenta accrete

    Subsequent labour and births after a full dilatation emergency c-section

    Expectations for a second birth VBAC.

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  41. 131. Herpes In Pregnancy

    9 december 2024 · 19 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Dr Pat and Brigid discuss herpes during pregnancy and birth, how they can affect both mother and baby and prevention and treatment strategies. Lees meer

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  42. 130. The Role Of The Grandparent With A/Prof Michelle Jongenelis

    2 december 2024 · 36 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Brigid chats with A/Prof Michelle Jongenelis, a Clinical Psychologist from University of Melbourne's Centre for Behaviour Change about her pioneering research on the increasing reliance on grandparents as primary caregivers in Australia, with around 20% of children being regularly looked after by their grandparents. We discuss the significant implications this has on children's nutrition, physical activity, and overall wellbeing. Lees meer

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  43. 129. Let's Chat Part 2: Kareen's Healing Birth Story

    25 november 2024 · 20 min

    Afspelen
    In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Kareen about her second pregnancy and birth experience and how it was healing for her after her first birth experience. Lees meer

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  44. 128. Let's Chat Part 1: How Having A Plan B Works In Birth With Kareen

    18 november 2024 · 37 min

    Afspelen
    In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Kareen about her first pregnancy and birth experience, including being diagnosed with PCOS, an assisted delivery and prolapse after birth. Lees meer

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  45. 127. Quick Kick: Travel In Pregnancy

    11 november 2024 · 8 min

    Afspelen
    Navigating the challenge of traveling while pregnant can be daunting, but with the right preparation and advice, it can also be a rewarding and memorable experience. In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about travel in late pregnancy and give their practical tips and insights to help ensure your trip goes smoothly and is enjoyable. Lees meer

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  46. 126. What You Need To Know To Be Your Baby's First Responder With Paediatric Nurse Sarah Duncanson

    4 november 2024 · 57 min

    Afspelen
    In this episode of The Kick, Brigid chats with Paediatric Intensive Care Nurse Sarah Duncanson, from Paeds Education about newborn first aid, Sarah's expert guidance, will help you feel more prepared to address your baby's needs and ensure their well-being and safety. Tune in to equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to ensure your baby's safety and health. Lees meer

    You can find the Paeds Education Website HERE
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    You can find the Victorian Virtual Emergency Department HERE
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  47. 125. Ask Dr Pat, or Brigid! Our fifteenth Q and A session.

    28 oktober 2024 · 25 min

    Afspelen
    Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fifteenth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick. Lees meer

    This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

    Embryos and twin pregnancies

    Placental abruptions

    When is an episiotomy used?

    What can I do to be as healthy as possible in pregnancy?

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  48. 124. What is Adenomyosis? Plus Brigid's Story

    21 oktober 2024 · 23 min

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    In this episode of The Kick, we talks all things Adenomyosis. Brigid shares her personal experience of having Adenomyosis, before we then talk about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of this disease. This episode offers crucial insights and support to navigate this often not talked about condition. Lees meer

    If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q & A:

    https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby

    LINKS

    Join our pregnancy and birth course

    Join our getting pregnancy course

    Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast

    Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast

    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

    Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/

    JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
    JOIN our getting pregnancy course

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    This episode of The Kick Pregnancy Podcast is brought to you by Monash IVF. Expert fertility care, centered on you.

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  49. 123. Let's Chat: What we don't expect in labour with Lauren

    14 oktober 2024 · 46 min

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    In this Let's Chat episode, Dr Pat and Brigid talk to Lauren about her birth experience, including an over 72 hour labour, an emergency caesarean and a postpartum haemorrhage. Lauren's story is one of resilience, support, and empowerment. Lees meer

    Lauren mentions being a member of our GrowMyBaby Pregnancy and Birth Course. You can join at anytime in your pregnancy here. JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.

    If you are thinking about getting pregnant, join our 11 steps to a positive pregnancy test here. JOIN our getting pregnancy course

    If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q&A:

    https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby

    LINKS

    Join our pregnancy and birth course

    Join our getting pregnancy course

    Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast

    Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast

    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

    Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/

    JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
    JOIN our getting pregnancy course

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    This episode of The Kick Pregnancy Podcast is brought to you by Monash IVF. Expert fertility care, centered on you.

    Search Monashivf.com to learn more.

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  50. 122. Quick Kick: Where will I have my baby?

    7 oktober 2024 · 11 min

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    In this episode of The Kick, Brigid and Dr Pat talk about the different antenatal care models available and break everything down to help you decide where you will have your baby. Lees meer

    If you have a question you want answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer during a Q&A:

    https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby

    LINKS

    Join our pregnancy and birth course

    Join our getting pregnancy course

    Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast

    Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast

    Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

    Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/

    JOIN our pregnancy and birth course.
    JOIN our getting pregnancy course

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    This episode of The Kick Pregnancy Podcast is brought to you by Monash IVF. Expert fertility care, centered on you.

    Search Monashivf.com to learn more.