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E46. Mental Health in Pregnancy | Tessa Van Der Vord
24 januari 2022 · 48 min
Mental Health in Pregnancy with Tessa Van Der Vord
Pregnancy is a momentous time in a woman’s life, our bodies are dipped into a rollercoaster of hormonal changes and the physical and psychological adaption that takes place is huge. Mental health is thankfully being discussed more in pregnancy than in previous generations but there is still an air of taboo that surrounds this subject and it is so important we break those barriers down to support women.
On this week’s episode I am joined by fellow midwife Tessa Van Der Vord, who is a specialist NHS Mental Health Midwife and can be found on Instagram as @mentalhealth_midwife.
We are going to discuss the why’s, how’s and what’s of pregnancy mental health and help women realise they are absolutely not alone in any struggles they may face on this journey.
Tessa is a registered midwife and has been working for the NHS for the past 12 years. Prior to this, she trained as a midwife in Manchester and then moved home - working at a London hospital ever since. She has worked in most areas of midwifery but then settled into a specialist mental health post in 2016. In November 2020, Tessa gave birth to her first baby (Rupert - “Roo”) and experienced being pregnant and becoming a parent in a global pandemic. For many reasons, this journey was a huge learning curve for Tessa and it has had an influence on her practice in many ways. Tessa is in the process of returning to work and is really looking forward to working with pregnant people and their families again.
Some of the resources mentioned by Tessa are below:
https://www.medicinesinpregnancy.org
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E45. Top Parenting Tips For The Early Days
17 januari 2022 · 43 min
You navigate your way through pregnancy, birth your baby like a total warrior and viola you enter the new club of parenthood. A whole new adventure to be explored, with a whole heap of uncertainty. The first few months of your littles one’s life are so precious, and every parent is on a mission to help nurture their new baby in the healthiest way to enable them to develop and thrive. So, what should we actually be doing with our new baby in these earliest days and how can we help have a positive start to parenting?
Fear not, we have an expert joining us this week to share her top tips on those early parenting days. I don’t know about you but I am getting my notepad and pen at the ready for this one!
Jen is a Registered Nurse and Midwife, Maternal and Child Health Nurse, Lactation and Sleep Consultant and Circle of Security Faciliator. Jen’s work is to support Mum's and Dad's in getting to know, understand and support their baby and toddler so they can love being a parent.
Check out more of Jen’s wisdom and top tips on her Instagram page @jenbutlerearlyparenting and her Podcast ‘The early parenting podcast’. Lees meerExtra Stuff:
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E44.How to Manage Pelvic Girdle and Back Pain in Pregnancy | Clare Bourne
10 januari 2022 · 46 min
How to Manage Pelvic Girdle and Back Pain in Pregnancy with Clare Bourne Lees meer
Think of a pregnant woman and I bet most of us recall seeing someone waddling about clutching their lower back looking somewhat less than comfortable. Pelvic girdle and back pain in pregnancy is a hugely common issue, so much so in fact that often we assume it is part and parcel of pregnancy and something we must simply endure. But what if that is not the case? On this week’s episode I am delighted to welcome back the wonderful Clare Bourne who you may remember from Season 1 when Clare shared so much wisdom on Pelvic Floor Health. I always learn so much when I chat with Clare and hope that you will too as we discuss the real truths around pelvic girdle and back pain in pregnancy.
Clare is an experienced Pelvic Health Physiotherapist and mum of 2. Clare’s passion for providing evidence-based information to mums during pregnancy and the postpartum period is driven by her ethos that women should never feel alone, or experience symptoms without support so I am immensely grateful that she is with us today. Check out more brilliant information by Clare on her Instagram page: @clarebournephysioExtra Stuff:
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E43. What is Diastasis Recti? | Grainne Donnelly
3 januari 2022 · 59 min
What is Diastasis Recti? | Grainne Donnelly Lees meer
It is not a surprise to us that our bodies undergo enormous change during pregnancy and childbirth and one of the biggest issue’s women are often faced with is diastasis recti- whereby the abdominal muscles separate, leaving a gap.
For many women this can have a huge impact on their physical and psychological wellness, and it is not a condition that is commonly discussed prenatally leaving women unsure as to why a diastasis has happened to their body and what can be done to help correct it.
So, I am very pleased to be joined by Diastasis Recti expert Grainne Donnelly to reveal all we need to know about this surprisingly common symptom.
Gráinne is an Advanced Physiotherapist in Pelvic Health. Her particular areas of interest include diastasis rectus abdominis and perinatal exercise. She is involved in research on both of these topics and looks forward to exploring and developing how we understand them so that we can better serve the women of today. Gráinne is an honorary member of the Perinatal Physical Activity Research Team and is on the specialist advisory board of the Active Pregnancy Foundation. You can check out more of Grainne’s fantastic information and resources over on her Instagram page @absolute.physio and website https://www.absolute.physio.
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E42. Reusable Nappies | Everything You Need to Know
27 december 2021 · 42 min
Let’s be honest babies and nappies basically come hand in hand and much of the first few months of parenthood is spent conducting continual nappy changes and a increased supermarket bill each week from the endless supply needed. And with all of this you can que the black bin bags of disposable nappies piling up which will mostly end up in a landfill site somewhere. In fact, it is estimated that a baby will use around 6000 disposable nappies before he or she is potty trained!
In a world where we are becoming more environmentally aware and looking for more sustainable ways to parent, reusable cloth nappies can offer a fantastic option. But navigating the right style, nappy system and washing routine can feel a bit overwhelming. This is something I have personally done a lot of research around and thankfully the complicated nappy systems and wrapping that was necessary in previous years is no longer. Reusable nappies can actually be as simple as disposables with the big benefit of saving us money and helping the environment in which we live too.
On this weeks episode I have the pleasure of being joined by an expert, Fiona Smyth, founder of TotsBots, whose nappies are gorgeous and I cannot wait to dress our little boy in all the cute bottom designs very soon, to help us fully understand the world of reusable nappies, our options and why it really can be a simple and fantastic solution.
You can check out the full TotsBots range and many of the products discussed today via the website link below:
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E41. What is an IVF Journey? | Sophie Martin
20 december 2021 · 53 min
As women we seemingly spend half of our lives trying not to get pregnant and the other half trying to or worrying about our abilities to conceive. The journey to motherhood is not always plain sailing and for some parents it’s a full on stormy, dark skies road. Operations, injections, lengthy waits, and baby loss feature in many more parents trying to conceive journeys than most of us are aware. Infertility and fertility struggles still remain a huge taboo subject but it is so important that parents on this journey can recognise that they are not alone.
On this weeks episode I am delighted to be joined by Sophie Martin, a registered midwife who has been working in a central London hospital for the past 9 years. 4 years ago Sophie and her husband James started trying for a baby. Since then, they have undergone 6 rounds of IVF treatment, and sadly also said goodbye to their identical twins sons Cecil & Wilfred who were born prematurely at 21 weeks. Sophie has been sharing her story on her Instagram account @the.infertile.midwife, to spread awareness of infertility and baby loss, and to provide support to others who are also living through this.
https://www.instagram.com/the.infertile.midwife/
And, I am sure I speak for many women when I say the biggest of thank you’s to Sophie for sharing her journey so openly and honestly to support others navigating a similar path.
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E40. The realities of exercising with a new baby | Charlie Barker
13 december 2021 · 1 uur 9 min
The fourth trimester and motherhood encompass such huge changes in a woman’s life, yet we hardly spend any time planning for some of the challenges. Exercising in the postpartum has a whole heap of physical and psychological benefits but the realities of this with a new baby can be a challenge. Feeding your baby, navigating life as a new parent, sleep deprivation, a recovering body, good old mum guilt and lack of routine all creep in.
But what can we do, how can we negotiate all of this and what should exercise look like post birth?
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Pre- and Post-natal exercise expert and founder of Bumps and Burpees, Charlie Barker.
Charlie is the founder of Bumps & Burpees, the go-to community for new and expectant mums who want to stay strong, healthy, and happy throughout their pregnancies and into motherhood. As a qualified pre & post-natal exercise specialist Charlie is passionate about educating and empowering women at a time in their lives where things can feel daunting and living and breathing it all herself now has only made her desire to help others deeper.
Check out Charlie’s Instagram page and website below for more pre and postnatal exercise inspiration:
https://www.instagram.com/charlielaunder/
https://bumpsandburpees.com
I must also mention that Charlie is also an author having released her brilliant book which you can also check out below:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bumps-Burpees-Staying-Throughout-Pregnancy/dp/0241491118
But this year Charlie also became a mum to her gorgeous little boy Alfie and I am all ears on this episode as Charlie shares some of the realities of exercising with a new baby, the challenges and her tips to managing this time.
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E39. Gut Health for Pregnancy and the Postpartum | Rebecca Traylen
6 december 2021 · 43 min
The power of our gut.
No seriously, our gut and microbiome are incredible! It is not until I begun planning a pregnancy that I really tuned into, and researched gut health and I was literally mind blown!
In fact, ensuring a healthy gut and microbiome is one of the ways we can set our children and maternal bodies up for strong, healthier futures. Our gut is connected to so much of our wellness and the evidence really is building so I think it is important we shout about it and get the word out there to empower more women to consider boosting their gut health to boost their family’s wellness.
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Rebecca Traylen. Rebecca started her journey at the University of Nottingham studying Biology where she became fascinated in the relationship between diet, health, and disease. This led her to study a master's in nutrition at the University of Surrey and practises as an Associate Nutritionist.
Since studying at Surrey, Rebecca is now the resident nutritionist at Probio7 and is keen to raise awareness of the importance of gut health and how our resident bacteria can affect our health and well-being, throughout our whole life.
On this week’s episode we discuss the importance of the microbiome in regards to pregnancy and infant health, what it really means and simple, practical ways we can boost the health of our guts.
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E38. How to Boost Your `Fertility Health | Stefanie Valakas
29 november 2021 · 1 uur
There is arguably no time in our lives that we focus more on our health and wellness then when considering a pregnancy or trying to conceive.
But honestly, boosting your female fertility can feel like a mind field, like most things women’s health related there are a lot of myths and misconceptions to navigate before finding the real evidence-based facts.
Thankfully, on today’s episode we are joined by a real expert, Stefanie Valaks, founder of the Dietologist. Stefanie is dedicated to providing excellence in reproductive, fertility and pregnancy health and is going to help us understand what we can actually do to boost our fertility health, why it is something we should be considering and what myths we should leave behind.
Stefanie Valakas is an expert fertility dietitian & nutritionist and founder of The Dietologist. Stefanie and her virtual practice are dedicated to excellence in nutrition for reproductive health concerns, fertility & pregnancy. Her passion for nutrition in this space has truly grown from her experience helping her clients online from around the world and also through her own personal experiences of navigating a diagnosis of endometriosis.
You can learn about how you can work with Stefanie and The Dietologist team and find out more about all her fantastic programmes and resources by checking out the links below:
Website: thedietologist.com.au
Instagram @the_dietologist and @endo.dietitian
Facebook Pages: The Dietologist and The Endometriosis Dietitian
Facebook Group: Fertility Friendly Food
Podcast: Fertility Friendly Food
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E37. The Importance of Postpartum Nutrition | Dr Harriet Holme
22 november 2021 · 55 min
We spend so much time planning for pregnancy, researching birth and focusing on growing the healthiest baby, analysing all our decisions to ensure we are doing what is perceived as best for our babies and throughout motherhood we continue to focus our energies on our little ones ensuring they have all they need to thrive.
But who is focusing on the mum? This brand-new person who is born when we birth our first child and a person who needs care in equal measures.
This is where postpartum nutrition is so often neglected, considered as an afterthought, or buried at the bottom of the postpartum priorities pile. But my goodness we need to unbury it and hold it in much higher regard.
Your body has been devoted to growing, nurturing, and birthing a whole new life. It is undergoing a rollercoaster of psychological and physical change; it has a whole journey of recovery to embark on and postpartum nutrition ladies really is our friend on this ride.
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Dr Harriet Holme, a Registered Nutritionist (AfN), and former experienced paediatrician. After studying at Cambridge University, Harriet worked in the NHS for over a decade before focusing on nutrition. She has a PhD in genetics and is a lecturer in nutrition. Harriet’s focus is science backed nutrition, and she is passionate about sharing credible information to empower people to eat for their long-term health. Her unique skill set of
medical, scientific, and nutritional qualifications enable Harriet to provide personalised expert nutrition advice, so we are in the best hands for today’s chat!
Harriet has also authored two fantastic books:
‘Eating During Pregnancy and Postpartum Nutrition’
https://healthyeatingdr.com/product/eating-during-pregnancy-book/
‘An Expert’s Guide to Eating After a Baby’
https://healthyeatingdr.com/product/postpartum-nutrition-an-experts-guide-to-eating-after-a-baby/
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E36. Why we should not ignore our core in pregnancy | Hollie Grant
15 november 2021 · 1 uur 6 min
There are so many myths and misconceptions when it comes to exercising in pregnancy but none more so than pregnancy and our core muscles. Unsurprisingly women are left confused, scared, and disempowered to embrace safe, effective core exercises that are fundamental to our wellness, to a healthier pregnancy and smoother postpartum recovery. That is right ladies- we should not ignore our core in pregnancy!
So, on this week’s episode I am really excited to be joined by Hollie Grant to discuss what our core is- because most of us do not actually understand it, why our core is so important in pregnancy and how we can be safely exercising it to protect and support our changing, growing bodies.
Hollie is a woman with a hell of a lot of passion to empower women to feel strong, powerful, and healthy in pregnancy and her message that you can be Pregnant and Powerful is something that totally resonates with me, and that the world needs to hear. In fact, Hollie attempted a world record attempt for the most pregnant women exercising at one time- that is serious dedication!
Specialising in prenatal Pilates and being an award-winning Pilates instructor, Hollie is an expert in the area of the core, stability and functional movement for pregnancy and so we are in great hands for today’s chat!
You can find Hollie on social media:
@thepilatespt
And check out her prenatal fitness plan:
@thebumpplan
Hollie’s goal is to help every woman learn to love exercise for its effect on performance, rather than aesthetic gains and I could not be more on board with this ethos!
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E35. How to Grow Healthy Babies with Michelle Henning
8 november 2021 · 1 uur 8 min
How to Grow Health Babies with Michelle Henning Lees meer
All expectant parents have one main goal in mind- to grow a healthy baby.
We have seen such a rise in childhood conditions such as asthma, eczema, allergies and obesity over recent years, all conditions that can be unpleasant, troublesome and affect the quality of a child’s life
But what if there was evidence that we could actively adopt some very simple lifestyle changes in pregnancy to help reduce the risks of such conditions?
Well, I don’t know about you, but I am all ears for this chat with the wonderful Michelle Henning. Michelle is a mother herself and author of ‘Grow Healthy Babies’ a book I highly recommend reading and is linked below:
https://www.growhealthybabies.com
Michelle and her husband suffered from lifelong allergies themselves and wanted their children to not have to endure the dietary restrictions, skin issues and health complications they had, had to and so this incredible book and resource for other parents was born.
On this episode Michelle shares some of the simple, yet highly effective and empowering things we can do in pregnancy and parenthood to help protect our babies from these common childhood conditions and to ultimately ‘grow healthy babies’.
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E34. Welcome to Season 3
1 november 2021 · 27 min
Hello, I am back with a third season! And wow so much has changed since Season 2- mainly in that I have been on my own journey through pregnancy and have joined this crazy, incredible club of motherhood.
For those of you who don’t know me- I am Pip, a practicing NHS midwife and enthusiast of all things women’s wellness. I have a somewhat relentless passion for ensuring women are empowered with real, honest and reliable information and support throughout their pregnancy. Because my goodness, pregnancy is such a powerful time in a woman’s life that is often miraculous and challenging in equal measures.
Over the upcoming, weekly episodes I am joined by many leading experts to bring you the evidence-based information and top tips to navigating your pregnancy and motherhood journey. Needless to say, I had my notebook at hand when recording this season, and I would recommend the same for you too. I hope you are ready for the giggles, knowledge bombs and empowering chats to commence…
When it comes to navigating what to buy through your pregnancy and motherhood journeys it can feel like a total mind field, but there is one product that I think all mums would unanimously agree is a must-have and that is a baby carrier!
That is why I am super excited to be working with BabyTula and I am joined by product experts Niki and Ali on this episode to reveal why they should be a must-have product for you too!
And as promised- you can access 15% off their entire baby carrier range at www.babytula.com using the code PIPLOVESTULA, heads up though it is running for a limited time so be sure to check it out now.
Don’t forget if you would like the very best support for the entirety of your pregnancy journey, I would love you to be part of my exclusive course ‘Your Pregnancy Journey’ as a listener you will have access to a very special offer. https://www.midwifepip.com/your-pregnancy-journey
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E33. Loving your growing, changing body | Chessie King
24 mei 2021 · 51 min
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Pregnancy is such a momentous time in a woman’s life, your body is entirely devoted to growing a new little human life… or two! Breasts, bums and bellies grow rounder, our skin changes, we grow a superhuman sense of smell and can often vomit or cry with the flick of a switch. There are undoubtably some welcome and some less welcome changes that happen as our bodies grow and change in pregnancy and I am so excited to chat this week with the wonderful Chessie King who knows very well about this adaptions as she is currently expecting a little girl herself.
I am in awe of Chessie’s body confidence and self love and think it really is something that all of us women need more of in our life so be sure to check her out on Instagram @chessiekingg
Chessie’s positive energy is truly infectious, and I am excited to share our chat and help other expectant mums to practice some self-love and compassion for our bodies on this journey.
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E32. Safer Sleeping | Stella Parkin
17 mei 2021 · 1 uur 4 min
One of the most important things to consider as a new parent is ways to practice safer sleeping with your little one. Sadly, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome claims the lives of around 4 babies each week in the UK so informing ourselves about ways to help reduce this risk and to ensure your baby is sleeping as safely as possible is a key part of parenthood preparation.
I am delighted to be joined on this week’s episode by the wonderful Stella parkin who works for The Lullaby Trust to talk through ways we can do just that and provide you with some of the essential information you need to support your little one’s safer sleeping journey.
If anyone has not yet checked out the lullaby trust website, I highly recommend that you do, it is a fantastic resource that can provide you with the best, evidence based information about safer sleeping and reducing the risk of SIDS.
Follow this link to check it out www.lullabytrust.org.uk/
For expectant or new parents under 25 years of age there is an additional resource available for you here: https://littlelullaby.org.uk
Joining us for today’s chat is Stella, Stella qualified as a Registered General Nurse in 1986 at Guy’s Hospital, London. Following a range of nursing roles including as a practice nurse and school nurse, Stella undertook her health visitor qualification and gained a PGCE working as a lecturer on a range of health-related courses.
Stella initially joined The Lullaby Trust in 2016 as a Regional Development Officer in the South West. The role involved representing The Lullaby Trust at a regional level to raise and maintain awareness of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) within the region and spread safer sleep messages, mainly through delivering training. She also supported bereaved parents in the region through annual Family Days and was the local contact for Lullaby Trust befrienders.
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E31. The importance of Self Care in the Postpartum
10 mei 2021 · 1 uur 3 min
Why caring for YOU in the postpartum is so important - With Emma Bord
During pregnancy and birth your body has nurtured, grown and birthed your newborn baby. Your body undergoes huge physical and physiological changes during these stages and often we underestimate the importance of caring for your body after birth.
The fourth trimester can encompass so many challenges from sleep deprivation, to hormonal driven changes to our mood and physical symptoms of recovery.
Regardless of mode of birth your body needs time and attention to recover properly.
Looking after yourself in the postpartum should absolutely be considered a priority and not a self-indulgence, yet so often self-care for new mums gets lost along the motherhood journey.
One woman who knows these challenges and the importance of support and recovery after birth is Emma Bord who is joining us to chat about how we should be caring for and nurturing our bodies post birth. Emma shares my ethos that the phrase “pre baby body” needs abolishing and switching out for a deeper understanding about the changes our body has undertaken and ways we can support our recovery.
Emma is first and foremost a mother of 3 young children, all 4years and under, her youngest born during lockdown this summer. Alongside parenting she is a Personal Trainer and Pilates instructor focussing on Pre and Post Natal exercise, with the hope of inspiring women to keep fit and well during and after pregnancy in a safe way to aid mothers both physically and mentally.
Emma is currently teaching a variety of classes via Zoom as well as 1-2-1 sessions and has recently set up an on-demand library for the convenience of her clients to be able to train at their own leisure from the comfort of her own home. You can find Emma on Instagram @emmabordpt for more pre- and post-natal exercise inspiration. You can contact Emma through her website www.emmabordpt.com and during lockdown she has created a fantastic online library packed with safe pre and post-… Lees meer -
E30. Skin Health During Pregnancy and Motherhood | Erica Rodriguez
3 mei 2021 · 54 min
All things Skin health with Erica Rodriguez
Maintaining or even achieving a healthy, glowing complexion seems to be a never-ending mission. From dry to oily, breakouts to pigmentation our skin complaints are extensive and the range of products on the market are an absolute mind field.
After all, our skin is the biggest organ on our body and it is always on show so it’s no surprise we want it to be as healthy as our insides. Our skin can be affected by so many different factors from genetics to environmental and nutritional influences. And like many women out there I am always on the search for the best way to hide my sleep deprivation sins and reduce the signs of ageing, so I am very excited to be joined on this weeks episode by registered nutritionist and skin health expert Erica Rodriguez to debunk common skin myths and to help us boost our skin health.
Erica is a London based registered nutritionist specialising in skin health and creates highly personalised nutrition and lifestyle plans for her clients, addressing their skin concerns through an integrative holistic approach. Having spent 16 years working in the fashion and beauty industry and experiencing her own struggles with acne, with an ever-growing passion for science and wellness, Erica found her calling and studied biomedicine and nutritional therapy for 3 years.
She later founded Naturally Nourished and created an online wellness platform where she shares her evidence-based health and beauty articles and her delicious wholesome recipes, many of which aim to promote healthy youthful skin. You can check these out on Erica’s Instagram page @naturallynourishedlondon.
Over the years, Erica has gained extensive knowledge around the intricate relationship between nutrition and skin health and how we can make significant improvements to our skin by working from the inside-out. Gut health and a balanced microbiome play a central role in maintaining healthy skin and the skin-gut connection is an area of particul… Lees meer -
E29. Pregnancy Relaxation with Midwife Pip
28 april 2021 · 8 min
This week The Pregnancy Wellness Podcast is taking a mini pause.
Because sometimes in life we all need to hit that pause button for a moment.
So this week I have recorded a little bonus episode for you- a short, simple pregnancy relaxation.
I hope this helps to bring a little calm to your chaos and restores some peace in any of our busy lives.
Let's get comfortable and enjoy...
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E28. Induction of Labour
19 april 2021 · 45 min
Induction of Labour - With Midwife Marie Louise Lees meer
In the UK around 1 in 5 women have their labour induced. It therefore makes sense that we learn about induction of labour in the antenatal period.
I am sure you all know by now that I am a believer of knowledge being power and that is because I feel that having honest, evidence-based information allows you to be empowered about your birth choices and feel in control of the twists and turns that may crop up. This is entirely true of induction. It can be offered for a range of reasons and the actual process may also differ depending on your individual circumstance and hospital policy.
On this week’s episode I am joined by a fellow midwife, and a midwife as passionate as I am about providing you with accurate non-bias information. Midwife Marie Louise, known as the modern midwife on social media @the_modern_midwife, author and most importantly mum to her gorgeous little girl Georgie Rose is joining us today to chat about all things Induction of Labour, how you should navigate your choices, how to prepare for an induction and what the process may look like for you.
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E27. Perineal and Vaginal Tearing during Birth
12 april 2021 · 1 uur 5 min
Perineal and Vaginal Tearing during Birth - With Dr Brooke Vandermolen
If there is one thing that seems to occupy an expectant mum’s mind in the preparation for birth it has to be perineal and vaginal tearing. And for good reason, the natural stretching that takes place during birth can result in some degree of tearing for around 85% of women having a vaginal birth. So, arming ourselves with the correct information, considering measures that may help prevent tearing and how to care for the area in the postpartum are super important.
I am delighted to be joined by the perfect guest, Dr Brooke Vandermolen, to help me bust the common myths and ensure you are informed with accurate, evidence-based information to switch you from a mindset of feeling scared to feeling prepared for the birth of your little one.
Dr Brooke Vandermolen is a practicing Obstetrics & Gynaecology Registrar doctor, and a mother of 2 babies under 3. She has presented her research into high-risk pregnancy at major international conferences and published in prominent medical journals. Brooke is experienced at dealing with all aspects of women’s health and pregnancy, including assessing patients with a range of gynaecological concerns, and performing and assisting in surgical procedures.
Brooke has created her educational platform “The OBGYN mum” @theobygnmum via which she shares insights and tips around pregnancy, fertility, menopause and more through social media and blog posts. She aims to empower women to feel in control of their health throughout their lives by imparting evidence-based knowledge in a relatable way and myth-busting common taboo subjects.
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E26. How To Protect, Heal and Nurture Your Body Through Motherhood
5 april 2021 · 57 min
How to protect, heal and nurture your body through Motherhood with Emma Brockwell Lees meer
You are pregnant, and just like that your body starts undertaking huge physiological and psychological change. I think sometimes we, as women, forget that during pregnancy your entire system is adapted as your body focuses on growing a new little human being. Parts become stretched, weakened and shifted as your little one thrives and develops. Then there is the matter of childbirth and regardless of how this may happen for you it is a momentous time and arguably the biggest challenge your body will ever undergo. But you can’t just put your feet up and recover as a new mum, you have a baby to care for and are often sleep deprived. And so all too often the incredible journey your body and mind have been on get forgotten and your nurturing and healing are neglected.
But on this week’s episode I am joined by an amazing guest, specialist women’s health physiotherapist, mum and now author Emma Brockwell. Emma is a woman on a mission to empower and inform women about the changes taking place in pregnant and postpartum bodies and to support them on a journey to recovery in the right way. Women have, for far too many years thought that many embarrassing or unpleasant conditions relating to women’s health were normal and something we should put up with. But the good news is that they are absolutely not, and Emma believes that all women should be informed and empowered with tools to look after and nurture their amazing bodies throughout pregnancy and motherhood.
Emma Brockwell is a Specialist Pelvic Health Physiotherapist. She treats women of all ages with all women’s health related conditions. She is passionate about pre and postnatal rehabilitation and exercise. She specialises in enabling women back to exercise, particularly running if they have any pelvic health dysfunction or are postnatal. She has co-authored the first ‘Returning to Running Postnatal Guidelines’ and has spoken about this … -
E25. How to Feed Your Infant | Stacey Zimmels
29 maart 2021 · 1 uur 2 min
Infant Feeding - With Stacey Zimmels Lees meer
As you move through pregnancy and into motherhood one of the main things you may be considering is how to feed your baby.
Breast, Bottle, Expressing and Mixed Feeding are amongst some of the many terms and choices we hear of when we start to navigate our choices.
From the benefits, equipment to purchase, tounge ties and feeding positions it can feel like a mind field.
On this week’s episode I am very excited to be joined by the perfect expert to help you navigate these choices and crucially to share some of her expert tips and tricks to a successful feeding journey.
Stacey Zimmels is a feeding and swallowing specialist speech therapist (SLT) and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Stacey has worked for almost 20 years supporting infants and children with a wide range of feeding and swallowing difficulties. Her breadth of knowledge and experience runs across the spectrum; including but not exclusive to, preterm infants, breast and bottle feeding, weaning difficulties, managing allergies and reflux, swallowing difficulties and fussy eating.
Stacey runs a private practice and continues to hold an honorary contract at the Royal Brompton Hospital where she continues to work on clinical research and provides as a locum services. Stacey has published abstracts and articles in her field of interest and has presented at conferences. In addition to her work supporting children and families she is passionate about training others in her field, she provides clinical supervision services for a number of other feeding specialist SLT’s within the NHS. She has also consulted on NHS service management and development for feeding and swallowing services.
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E24. Returning to Exercise after Birth | Amy Lane
22 maart 2021 · 47 min
Returning to Exercise after Birth - Amy Lane Lees meer
Pregnancy and birth are momentous times in a women’s life during which your body undergoes huge physiological and psychological changes. A woman’s body’s in pregnancy is devoted to growing, nurturing and birthing a new little human. This is the biggest challenge your body will undergo and the postpartum period whereby recovery is so key is often overlooked and neglected.
For many women exercise forms part of their identity and hugely influences their overall wellness. The benefits of exercise for our physical and mental health are well understood and after giving birth this is often more important than ever. However, it is important we return to exercise in a sensible and safe way in the postpartum and to evict any unrealistic or unhealthy expectations.
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by the wonderful Amy Lane. Amy is the award-winning digital editor for Women’s Health magazine, a qualified fitness expert and runner. But Amy’s bio doesn’t stop there, she is also an author, her brilliant book ‘I Can Run’ which is such an honest and motivating read that literally leaves you saying I Can Run. You can pick up your copy through the link below: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Can-Run-Empowering-Guide-Running/dp/1529343488
Amy also hosts her weekly running podcast ‘Well Far’ with the aim to make running inclusive and accessible to all to help get us all moving. And I have to thank Amy as Well Far has got me through many a training run over the last couple of years.
More recently, Amy has also become a mum to her gorgeous little boy Huxley. On Amy’s Instagram account @wellness_ed she has shared snippets from her postpartum journey and how her goals and approach to exercise has changed as she priorities her bodies recovery and navigates life in the motherhood club.
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E23. Positive Birth Story
15 maart 2021 · 50 min
Positive Birth Story
Em and Olive
There are so many birth stories to be read, but the power of listening to and reading positive and empowering birth stories as you prepare your mind and body to meet your little one is incredible.
Birth really is a whole-body experience that requires as much if not more psychological preparation as physical. And your birth is not merely one day it is an experience that stays with you forever so preparing is really important to having a positive experience regardless of the twists and turns that may crop up.
There is no right or wrong way to birth. Hospital birth, home birth, water birth, epidural birth, induced birth, vaginal birth, forceps birth, caesarean birth – they can all be empowering and truly positive experiences.
I am so honoured to be joined by the lovely Em today to chat about her birth experience. Em is a personal trainer and founder of Surrey studio @theBarnKT9. Em specialises in pre and postnatal training and is passionate about making sure women feel strong throughout their pregnancy and beyond.
In the past year Em has experienced what it feels like herself as she gave birth to her daughter Olive in November 2020. Em and all of her brilliant exercise motivation as well as her pregnancy and postpartum journey can be found on Instagram @on_point_training
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E22. What to expect during a Homebirth? | Midwife Keri
8 maart 2021 · 1 uur 1 min
What to expect during a Homebirth? - With Midwife Keri Lees meer
When it comes to deciding where to give birth there are a few options- we have consultant led units, midwifery led birthing centres or the comfort of your own home. Various health and pregnancy factors may influence the recommendation for your place of birth and your choice but having accurate, honest information about your birthplace choices is fundamental to helping you make the right decision for you.
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by a fellow midwife, Keri.
Keri’s career has taken a different path to me as she has been practicing as an independent midwife in the North West of England for the last 3 years. Keri’s career has been based in the community setting and in the attendance of many homebirths. Keri is passionate about the ethos of community midwifery and getting to know the families that she cares for. Then being privileged enough to attend their home births is the icing on the top for Keri.
Keri’s independent practice means she now teaches antenatal, hypnobirthing and breastfeeding classes. When Keri is not supporting homebirths and educating new parents, she shares my passion exercise and fitness. Keri teaches Aqua natal classes at her local swimming pool and during lockdown has adapted to teach online fitness classes to encourage us all to keep active in the safety of our homes. Keri has also used her Instagram page @midwife_keri to help provide new mums with postpartum advice and support.
But more important than all of that, Keri is also mum to two girls, a toddler and newborn which understandably keep her very busy. So, I am so grateful that Keri has found some time to come on and chat to us about homebirth today. We chat about the pros and cons of opting for a homebirth, transfer rates, safety elements and Keri’s own experiences of having both a homebirth and a hospital birth.
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E21. Eco-Motherhood Tips | Angie Willis
1 maart 2021 · 1 uur 7 min
Eco-Motherhood Tips - With Angie Willis Lees meer
In a world where we are all seeking to be more environmentally friendly and are on a mission to be kinder to our planet there seems to be a mind field of considerations and choices to make over our lifestyles and purchases. Many new and expectant mums are seeking ways to parents in a more eco-conscious and sustainable way than we have done in previous generations. Even the smallest adjustments to everyday living can have a huge impact on supporting the momentum towards greater sustainability and the production of less waste.
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Midwife and mum, Angie Wills to discuss her top tips for easy eco-motherhood hacks that will also help save you some money along the way.
Angie has worked as a midwife in a variety of settings including delivery suite and birth centre and is now practicing in the community. She is also a trained and registered as a health visitor and has completed her master’s in professional development. Angies academia doesn’t stop there however she has gone onto teach midwifery students and has a number of publications in various journals.
Angie is a cloth nappy library volunteer and an enthusiast of promoting sustainability and motherhood in a more eco friendly way. Angie shares her tips and tricks for embracing an eco-motherhood stance to help us navigate the endless choices available and simplify environmentally friendly parenting. Angie can be found on Instagram @theecomidwife.
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E20. What is an Obstetrician? | Dr Ellie Rayner
22 februari 2021 · 1 uur 2 min
What is an Obstetrician? - With Dr Ellie Rayner Lees meer
During the journey of pregnancy and birth there can be many twists and turns that crop up along the way. For this reason, many women will meet an Obstetrician during pregnancy, during labour or even after the birth of your baby. An obstetrician is a doctor who specialises in these specific areas and the are there to support you to make informed choices and decisions about your care pathway. For some women, the idea of seeing an obstetrician feels a little anxiety provoking or concerning that interventions may be recommended, or they may be given labels such as having a “high risk” pregnancy.
So, on this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Dr Ellie Rayner who is here to explain why meeting your Obstetrician need not be an anxiety provoking experience and to reassure you that we are all on the same team when it comes to your pregnancy and birth.
Dr Ellie Rayner is an Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist doctor working full time in Devon. She’s also Antenatal and Hypnobirthing Teacher and founder of The Maternity Collective. She prides herself on wanting to make obstetrics assessable and understandable and is passionate about providing expectant parents with accurate, up to date and evidence-based information to enable them to make informed choices about their care. In addition to being a member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, she has qualifications in medical education and health services improvement and utilises all these skills to ensure women at whichever part of their motherhood journey feel supported to make decisions right for them and their baby. She is particularly interested in improving women’s pregnancy and birth experience and reducing the chance of complications and feels that this involves comprehensive pregnancy and antenatal education, starting even before conception.
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E19. What you need to know about Exercise in Pregnancy | Charlie Barker, Bumps and Burpees
15 februari 2021 · 59 min
What you need to know about Exercise in Pregnancy With Charlie Barker (Bumps & Burpees)
We all know that moving our bodies and exercising has so many health and wellness benefits, that is no surprise. But when it comes to exercising in pregnancy and feeling confident that you can do so safely there is a whole lot more confusion. It is also sensible to consider exercising in a way specific to pregnancy, to prepare your body for birth and the postpartum journey. But with so many myths and inconsistent information in the media I am thrilled to be joined by Pre- and Post-natal exercise expert and founder of Bumps and Burpees, Charlie Barker.
Charlie Barker is a first-time mum and the founder of Bumps & Burpees, the go-to community for new and expectant mums who want to stay strong, healthy and happy throughout their pregnancies and into motherhood. As a qualified pre & post-natal exercise specialist Charlie is passionate about educating and empowering women at a time in their lives where things can feel daunting and living and breathing it all herself now has only made her desire to help others deeper.
Charlie and I talk with a whole heap of passion about this subject and I hope that it reassures you that pregnancy is indeed the perfect time to start or continue exercising for a healthier pregnancy journey and future for your family.
You can find Charlie on Instagram @charlielaunder and @bumpsandburpees where she has loads of free, simple home workout videos. For more about what Bumps and Burpees can offer your or to find a trainer near you check out www.bumpsandburpees.com
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E18. The Importance of Nutrition in Pregnancy | Lucinda Miller
8 februari 2021 · 57 min
Why Nutrition Matters in Pregnancy with Midwife Pip and Lucinda Miller
Pregnancy is a powerful time to nourish yourself and your baby towards a healthier future. It is an empowering change that you can make yourself to directly improve the health of your family for the present and for the future.
Healthy eating habits have arguably never been more important than during pregnancy and yet it is an area we do not discuss nearly half as much as we should.
This is an area of women’s health I am super passionate about so this week I am really excited to be joined by Lucinda Miller to discuss why we should all be taking more notice of our nutrition in pregnancy and understanding how powerful it really can be.
Lucinda Miller is the founder of NatureDoc and runs a team of UK-wide nutritional therapists specialising in pregnancy, baby and child nutrition. She has been practising as a naturopath for over 20 years, qualified in Functional Medicine and is author of the bestselling family cook book The Good Stuff. Lucinda has also written a weaning bible which will be published in May 2021.
Lucinda is a mum of three, living in Wiltshire and has a wealth of experience in supporting and educating women and children in all thing’s nutrition.
I am thrilled to have such an expert guest on today to talk about why we really should be considering our nutrition much more during pregnancy. We discuss everything from pregnancy supplementation, omega 3 intake and share our tips to improving your diet during pregnancy. I hope this episode is equal amounts of inspiration and motivation to you as you grow your little one in pregnancy and beyond.
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E17. Welcome back... I have some exciting news...
1 februari 2021 · 4 min
To those of you who were Season 1 listeners welcome back and to those of you who are new to my podcast welcome to season 2 of The Midwife Pip Podcast hosted by me, Pip.
I am a practicing midwife and enthusiastic of all things women’s wellness, especially when it comes to pregnancy and motherhood.
Do you find yourself with lots of pregnancy questions unanswered?
Do you feel extra midwifery support would be useful to you?
Do you fully understand how to enhance your pregnancy wellness?
You are in good hands- this podcast is for you.
Alongside this I have also been busy creating a 12 month pregnancy journey support group and course to provide you with a whole package of expert wellness and pregnancy information to guide you every step of the way leaving no stone unturned from trimester 1 right through to trimester 4. I am now enrolling expectant mums in their first trimester, spaces will be limited so if you think this sounds like you get in touch through my social media @midwife_pip or at www.midwifepip.com
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This season has been recorded whilst working full time for the NHS during the Coronavirus pandemic. I would like to say a special THANK YOU to all the frontline key workers keeping the country moving in these challenging times. I would be very grateful if you could take some time to leave review if you find these episodes helpful to share your appreciation to all the expert guests giving up their time during Lockdown 3.0 to bring you the very best!
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E16. Mindfulness for Pregnancy
2 november 2020 · 1 uur 3 min
Pregnancy and the Postpartum can be very anxiety provoking times, add into that mix a global pandemic, self-isolation and a huge amount of uncertainty on future lockdowns and prospects and we can find ourselves amidst a challenging time to say the least. Equipping ourselves with mindfulness tools and techniques can be game changing in helping us manage our daily stresses and anxieties. I was, like many, a mindfulness sceptic until I actually tried it and realised it is not all about chanting and crystal balls as it is often portrayed. By all means chant away if that is what works for you but for so many it can be a powerful way of focusing our minds and bodies on the present, breathing and relaxing into a calm state that enables us to take on the day in a positive way. Lees meer
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Rachel @_stronglikemama_ , a qualified hypnobirthing practitioner, from Kent and a mum of two boys. Rachel trained and qualified with KGHypnobirthing and set up Strong Like Mama, to teach a full antenatal and hypnobirthing course to expectant couples.
She wants women to go through pregnancy and birth feeling truly confident and informed, and like they are the ones in charge of what happens to their body and their baby (which of course they are!) They should feel empowered and, frankly, a little bit like a superhero after birthing a baby!
Rachel teaches both group and private course and offers face to face and zoom classes too. Rachel and I discuss how many of the tools used in hypnobirthing can transform into everyday life and assist us to live in more mindful and present way. At the end of this episode I am super excited that Rachel will also be sharing a short relaxation practice, so join us and give it a go in the comfort of your own home and see how you feel afterwardsExtra Stuff:
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E15. What is Hypnobirthing?
26 oktober 2020 · 1 uur
What is Hypnobirthing?
Google anything to do with labour and you will likely hear the term ‘Hypnobirthing’.
But it is not about chanting with charms and crystals, in fact that is a huge misconception!
At its core, Hypnobirthing aims to help a woman deal with any fear or anxiety around birth and aims to equip you with methods to help you stay calm, relaxed and in control.
On this week’s episode I am delighted to be joined by Abby @abby_loveyourbirth , an experienced Hypnobirthing teacher and teacher trainer. Abby and I talk abouthow the practices of hypnobirthing compliment your body’s physiology in labour. By enabling your body and mind to be relaxed, birth can be less painful, quicker and a very positive experience. Abby is based in West Yorkshire, with many years’ experience teaching hypnobirthing to expectant parents and also training and mentoring others to become hypnobirthing teachers she is the perfect guest for this weeks podcast chat.
Abby helps parents to feel calm and confident about birth, equipping them with the tools to have a positive birth experience however this may happen for them. Abby really does practice what she preaches having given birth to her 4 children all through which she embraced hypnobirthing techniques.
Abby mirrors my ethos that all women should approach their birth free from fear and I hope this chat helps you to embark on your positive birth journey.
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E14. Understanding Physiological Birth | Angie Willis
19 oktober 2020 · 1 uur 29 min
It comes as no surprise that our bodies undergo incredible changes during labour and birth. But how much do we actually understand about the ‘normal’ physiological process?
On this week’s episode I am joined by midwife Angie Willis who explains why women should understand what their body is doing and the amazing things it is capable of. We hear of terms such as contractions, the birth canal and cervical dilation but what actually are these and how does labour andbirth work?
This is a hugely empowering and enlightening listen and Angie mirrors my ethos that all women should be fully informed about their bodies. So, I am thrilled that Angie has come on to chat about birth physiology and address this gap in understanding.
Angie can be found on Instagram @theecomidwife where many cute eco nappies feature!
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E13. Navigating the World After a Stillbirth | Josephine’s Story With Josephine Wood
12 oktober 2020 · 1 uur 2 min
This week, Thursday 15th October marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day.
Unfortunately the death of a baby is not a rare tragedy and so it is imperative that we break the silence on this issue, give bereaved families a voice and banish any taboo or stigma associated with losing a baby.
I am honoured today to be joined by Josephine, mum to Oliver who was born sleeping in January this year. Josephine shares so honestly and bravely her journey in coping with the loss of Oliver and navigating her way through the world after his stillbirth.
She is an inspirational woman who is on a mission to raise awareness about baby loss and help to support others who have been affected.Josephine has been sharing her journey via blogging and on her social media @precious_little_footprints.
Please note that this is a very emotive subject that may trigger stress or trauma, I would advise listening to this episode in a safe space with support available.
If you are affected by any of today’s episode and feel you need support, please check out these 3 fantastic charities; www.sands.org.uk www.tommys.org/pregnancy-information/pregnancy-complications/baby-loss/stillbirth-information-and-support https://achingarms.co.uk Lees meerExtra Stuff:
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E12. Disordered Eating and Relationships with Food | Consultant Dietitian Maeve Hanan
5 oktober 2020 · 1 uur 1 min
Disordered Eating and Relationships with Food | Consultant Dietitian Maeve Hanan
Food can trigger such a huge spectrum of emotions from positive to controlling and incredibly negative and can ultimately lead to the damage of physical as well as psychological health.
Eating disorders are complex mental illnessesand so many men and women are living with distorted perceptions of their body image and around the consumption of food.
On this week’s episode I am so pleased to be joined by an expert in this area-Consultant Dietitian Maeve Hanan who has a range of experience in clinical nutrition and nutrition communication.
Maeve is the founder of Dietetically Speaking which promotes evidence-based nutrition messages online and on social media. https://dieteticallyspeaking.com/Maeve is on Instagram @dieteticallyspeaking and her page is packed with free, simple information about nutrition and health.
Maeve is also an author, her new book “Your No-Nonsense Guide to Eating Well” simplifies the art of eating well, making it accessible to all-it is available to purchase through amazon on the link below:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Your-No-Nonsense-Guide-Eating-Well/dp/B089M41LB2/
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E11. Understanding Assisted and Instrumental Birth | Consultant Obstetrician Aamna
28 september 2020 · 58 min
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The concept of an assisted birth is an anxiety provoking one amongst most pregnant women and many are desperate to avoid the use of forceps of ventouse instruments during their birth. However instrumental assistance is currently used in around 1 in 8 UK births and so it is imperative women are informed and empowered about them.
On this week’s episode I am joined by Consultant Obstetrician Aamna to discuss the ins and outs of assisted and instrumental birth, to help you realise that it is not something to be afraid of and that an assisted birth can still form a hugely positive birthing experience.
When the lovely Aamna is not chatting to expectant mums or supporting birth on labour ward she can be found on Instagram @aamnasasanow
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E10. Returning to Exercise After Having a Baby | Wendy Powell MUTU Systems
20 september 2020 · 55 min
Returning to Exercise After Having a Baby
For many women exercise forms part of their identity and hugely influences their overall wellness.
The benefits of exercise for our physical and mental health are well understood and after giving birth this is often more important than ever. During pregnancy and birth women’s body’s are devoted to growing, nurturing and birthing their baby and to do so they undergo huge physiological and psychological changes so it is important we return to exercise in a sensible and safe way in the postpartum.
Guidance seems to be very generalised and there exists a huge amount of vague and confusing information around the processes of postpartum exercise so I am thrilled to be joined on this week’s episode by Wendy Powell the founder and CEO of MUTU system and a woman who is as passionate as I am about supporting women to embrace safe exercise in a way that will enhance their health and wellness. Lees meerExtra Stuff:
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E9. Understanding The Fourth Trimester | Dr Punam Krishan
14 september 2020 · 51 min
You move from pregnancy to birth and then your whole world changes as you welcome your newborn into the world. But how well prepared are we or can we be for the immediate postnatal period and weeks of parenthood?
Dr Punam Krishan, mum of two and GP, joins me this week to discuss navigating life as a new parent. Sharing her honest and unedited moments to let all mums know that they are not alone and support can be provided in many forms.
We discuss the tools and tips you can use to make your fourth trimester a positive and memorable time and the importance of recognising both mental and physical health. On Instagram Punam has shared her recent fourth trimester journey through lockdown in the most raw and real way –see more @drpunamkrishan.
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E8. Now is the time to understand Birth Trauma | Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist Dr Rebecca Moore
7 september 2020 · 1 uur 4 min
In this week’s episode I am joined by Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist Dr Rebecca Moore as we lift the lid on Birth Trauma.
Rebecca has a wealth of experience working with women and their psychological needs and is the founder of Make Birth Better, a national campaign working to raise awareness of birth trauma.
We discuss why it is imperative that awareness is raised, explain what it is and why around 1 in 3 are affected. Birth should be one of the most empowering and momentous experiences in a new parent’s life and yet for many there is a trauma that overshadows their birth.
We discuss signs to look out for and how we can try to prevent birth trauma occurring. Rebecca explains how no one should be suffering in silence and that support is available in a wide variety of forms. @drrebeccamoore
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E7. Being Pregnant as an Athlete and Olympian | Dani Rowe Olympic and GB Cyclist
31 augustus 2020 · 47 min
Being Pregnant as an Athlete and Olympian | Dani Rowe Olympic and GB Cyclist
I am honoured to be joined on this week’s episode by Dani RoweMBE.
Dani is a world class athlete as a former GB road and track cyclist, Olympic Gold medallist and one of the most successful British cyclists of all time.
Dani was very deservingly appointed an MBE in 2013 for her services to cycling. Dani has continued to dedicate her life to cycling and encouraging others, particularly women, to participate in sport.
Founder of Rowe and King, her cycle coaching company Dani now works with and coaches all cyclists of any experience level from the most amateur to the elite. Dani is a truly inspiring woman currently undertaking a new life venture as she is pregnant and expecting her first baby.
I speak to Dani about how her journey from athlete to mum has been and how her cycling career has influenced her pregnancy. We chat through the highs and lows as Dani prepares for one of her biggest challenges yet-motherhood. @dani_rowe_mbe
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E6. Improve Your Pelvic Floor Health | Clare Bourne
24 augustus 2020 · 57 min
Improve Your Pelvic Floor Health
This week I am delighted that Clare Bourne, specialist pelvic health physiotherapist,is joining us toanswer all of our pelvic floor questions.
We debunk common myths and preconceptions and discuss why understanding the function and power of our pelvic floor makes pelvic floor chat turn from a dull lecture to fascination and empowerment.
Clare explains how pelvic floor dysfunction is actually very common, what to look out for, how to prevent issues arising and highlights that there is a way through,and no one should be suffering with symptoms.
This episode is packed full of tips and knowledge to empoweryou on a positive pelvic health journey for life. @clarebournephysio
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E5. Getting Your Baby to Sleep | Tori Drew
17 augustus 2020 · 52 min
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This episode is an absolute must listen for all parents.
I don’t think I have ever met a parent who hasn’t, at some point, struggled with a newborn or child who is having difficulties with the concept of sleep.
In this week’s episode I am joined by Tori Drew who is a fully qualified infant sleep consultant specialising from newborns’ up to 5 years. Tori discusses her tips and addresses the common sleep obstacles that parents come across with their infants. We talk naps, creating a night-time environment, soothing tips and establishing routines. I have no doubt that you will uncover some sleepimproving knowledge bombs in this episode.Tori has a wealth of experience and knowledge around infant sleep which she regularly shares with free resources on her Instagram page @thisparentcan.
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E4. How to have a positive Caesarean Birth | Midwife Naghmeh
10 augustus 2020 · 1 uur 10 min
Currently in the UK 1 in 4 women give birth by caesarean section and it can be medically necessary and lifesaving for both mothers and babies. But a Caesarean Section birth can also be an empowering, positive and wholly fulfilling experienceregardless of whether it is a planned or an emergency procedure. All too often women feel that giving birth via a Caesarean Section is in some way failing and can be associated with unnecessary guilty emotions. Women who give birth via Caesarean Section are warriors, it is impossible to fail at birth regardless of how it happens, and all birth is birth and is equally as momentous.
Naghmeh a Delivery Suite Coordinator with over 40 years of experience, she featured as the star of Emma Willis’s Delivering Babies show and is one of the most passionate and dedicated midwives. On this week’s episode Naghmeh joins me to discuss what to expect from a Caesarean Section birth and how you can still feel in control and empowered regardless of the twists and turns that may crop up during your birthing journey. @naghmehty
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E3. Why Yoga is so beneficial to Pregnancy | Alecs Donovan
3 augustus 2020 · 44 min
Your body in pregnancy is undergoing huge physiological adaptions and performing incredible changes in its dedication to growing and nurturing your baby. Caring for your body and mind during your pregnancy journeyis imperative to your wellness and yoga can form a key part of this.
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week during pregnancy. Alecs Donovan, former Welsh rugbyinternational player, hasfound the concept of Pregnancy Yogability. This incorporates some elements of traditional yoga with functional movement and the foundations of strength and flexibility in a safe environment for pregnancy. Lees meerWhether you are new toexercise, experienced or looking for a new way to nurture your pregnant body and help combat common aches and pains Alecs’s classes are ideal. Carefully designed flows help to prepare your body for birth and support you in having a pregnancy journey of complete wellness. I am thrilled that Alecs has joined me on this episode to explain more and share her comprehensive knowledge @alecsdonovan_1.
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E2. Lockdown Life and Motherhood
26 juli 2020 · 54 min
#1. Lockdown Life and Motherhood
Living in a global pandemic and being a mother are hugely anxiety provoking and challenging times. Covid-19 has forced change into our lives in unprecedented ways and we have all been navigating our way through it. For those raising young children who cannot fully understand the path that the world is on and the restrictions of lockdown the challenges are amplified.
This week’s episode I am joined by Fi Sharrad, a real mum sharing her raw, unedited experience of raising two toddlers in lockdown. The obstacles, the opportunities and mechanisms to cope and make the best of the situation we have been plunged into. Managing working from home, staying mentally and physically well and making lockdown memories. Who knows what the worlds “normal” will look like but motherhood cannot be paused and children will continue to make us giggle.Reflecting on the experience, recognising where our prioritise have been skewed and re-evaluating the pace that we have been whirling around in life.
It is imperative to me that the voice of mums is represented through this podcast, so I am delighted to introduce you to Fi @opheliaholly
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E1. The Midwife Pip Podcast is Born
19 juli 2020 · 2 min
Welcome to Midwife Pip Podcast, where we are on a mission to empower women and improve health.
Midwife Pip will be chatting with leading experts and special guests to bring you honest, evidence- based information about all things pregnancy, birth and postpartum.
Leaving no stone unturned we will be discussing all of the possible the twists and turns and the best tips and tricks from conception right through to motherhood to support you on your journey.
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