Midwife Pip Podcast
The Midwife Pip Podcast, hosted by practicing Midwifery Sister Pip, offers expert-led, evidence-based guidance on pregnancy, birth, postpartum, motherhood, and parenting. Each week, Pip is joined by special guests and leading experts for empowering conversations. The podcast aims to equip listeners with trusted advice, real-life insights, and practical support, delivered with warmth and honesty.
Episodes
E233. What if everything you’ve been told about preparing for birth… isn’t enough?
What if everything you’ve been told about preparing for birth… isn’t enough?
In this raw, unfiltered episode, Midwife Pip and Beth Kitt @thebumptobabychapter, two midwives sit down for an honest coffee chat about what’s really happening inside the maternity system right now. From rising C-section rates to the dangerous impact of social media misinformation, nothing is off the table.
This isn’t a
E232. You're Pregnant... Now What? The Truth About Trimester 1
You’re Pregnant… Now What? The Truth About Trimester 1
You’ve just found out you’re pregnant… now what?
In this episode, Midwife Pip unpacks the truth about the first 12 weeks of pregnancy - the part no one properly prepares you for. From the quiet anxiety and overwhelm to the lack of structured support, Pip explains why the first trimester isn’t something to simply “get through” -it’s the most
E231. What If Pregnancy Actually Made You Stronger? with England International Lark Atkin-Davies
What If Pregnancy Actually Made You Stronger? with England International Lark Atkin-Davies
What happens when your body has always been your performance tool… and suddenly its purpose changes completely?
In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, England rugby player Lark Atkin-Davies shares what it’s really like to navigate pregnancy as an elite athlete. From body image and identity shifts
E230. Are Sleep Coaches Safe? A Midwife and Nurse Explain
Are Sleep Coaches Safe? A Midwife and Nurse Explain
The baby sleep industry is under scrutiny and if you've seen the recent headlines, you probably have questions.
In this episode, I'm joined by Gem, a paediatric nurse and sleep expert from Calm and Bright Sleep Support, to have the honest conversation most people in this space are avoiding.
We're not here to debate sleep training. We're here
E229. Baby Illness - The Advice you need as a new parent
Baby Illness: Clear Answers for New Parents With Dr Rachael Barr
The first time your newborn gets sick, everything feels louder - the breathing, the crying, the clock ticking toward the middle of the night. A tiny cough can spiral into big fear, and suddenly you’re wondering: Is this normal? Am I missing something? Should I be doing more?
Welcome to our chat today on where we cut through the noi
E228. The Truth About Baby Sleep in Warm Weather
Overheating & Overthinking: The Truth About Baby Sleep in Warm Weather
With Tori Drew
It’s 2am. The house is quiet… but you’re not asleep.
You’re standing over your baby, one hand hovering just above their chest, asking yourself the same question for the tenth time tonightAre they too hot? Too cold? Should I add a layer… or take one away?
When the weather warms up, something shifts for pare
E227. The Truth About Stretch and Sweeps with Midwife Pip
The Truth About Stretch and Sweeps with Midwife Pip
If you’ve been offered a stretch and sweep, or heard people say “just get a sweep and it’ll start labour,” this episode is for you.
In this episode, Midwife Pip explains exactly what a stretch and sweep (also called a membrane sweep) is, how it works in the body, what the research actually shows about its effectiveness, and how to decide whe
E226. Leaking Urine in Pregnancy: What’s Normal and What Actually Helps
Leaking Urine in Pregnancy: What’s Normal and What Actually Helps - with Midwife Pip
Leaking urine during pregnancy is incredibly common, but that doesn’t mean you have to just put up with it.
In this episode, Midwife Pip breaks down why leaking happens in pregnancy, what’s considered normal, what’s not, and what the evidence actually says helps. We explore why leaking isn’t always about a “we
E225. FAQs Every New & Expectant Dad Has (But Rarely Asks)
FAQs Every New & Expectant Dad Has (But Rarely Asks) - with Midwife Pip
Becoming a dad can feel exciting, surreal, and quietly overwhelming - often all at once.
In this episode, Midwife Pip answers the questions many new and expectant dads think but rarely say out loud. From why pregnancy can feel abstract, to what your role really is in labour, to bonding with your baby and navigating postnat
E224. The Lie We Tell Women About Birth
The Lie We Tell Women About Birth - with Helen Ashfield
A challenging or traumatic birth can leave a deep imprint, one that extends far beyond the early postpartum weeks and can shape how the future feels, too. When thoughts of another pregnancy or birth arise, they often carry a powerful mix of emotions, memories, and questions.
This week, I’m joined by the wonderful Helen, an incredible mum of
E223. Your Birth, Your Power: How to Take Control
Your Birth, Your Power: How to Take Control- with Gabbie Smith
Parenthood is the wildest ride of all, one minute you’re on top of the world, the next you’re Experiencing a traumatic or difficult birth can have lasting effects- not only in the immediate postpartum period but well into the future. The thought of another pregnancy or birth can then bring up a whole new wave of emotions and reflectio
E222. Pelvic Floor Secrets No One Told
Pelvic Floor Secrets No One Told You with Clare Bourne
Today we’re diving into one of the most misunderstood and most transformative parts of pregnancy prep: your pelvic floor. These are the muscles that quietly hold everything together, influence how you birth, shape your recovery, and even affect how you feel in your body long after the baby arrives. Yet for so many women, the pelvic floor on
E221. What About Dad? The Side of Parenthood Men Rarely Talk About with Mathew Lewis Carter
What About Dad? Mathew Lewis Carter Opens Up on the Reality of Fatherhood.
Dads are often profoundly affected by pregnancy and parenthood, even if their experiences are less visible. Many feel pressure to stay strong and supportive while quietly navigating their own fears, identity shifts, and emotional challenges. The transition to fatherhood can trigger changes in mental health, especially when
E220. Expecting Twins or Triplets? What Parents Really Need to Know
Welcome to today’s episode and buckle up, because we’re diving into the world of Twins, triplets and more.
What’s it really like to be pregnant with, and raise twins, triplets or more?
In this episode of the Midwife Pip Podcast, Pip is joined by Helen Peck, Head of Healthcare Engagement and Research at the Twins Trust, for an honest, heart-warming and eye-opening conversation about life with mul
E219. Why Childcare Nutrition is Failing Our Children
Why Nurseries Are Failing Children at Mealtimes?
We wouldn’t dream of sending our children to childcare with dirty toilets or unsafe toys, yet so many settings serve food that barely meets the mark. In this episode, we’re lifting the lid on what’s really being served to our children, and why their nutrition deserves far more attention than it’s getting.
Why Nurseries Are Failing Children at Meal
E218. Stay Calm When Your Kids Push Your Buttons
Staying Calm When Your Kids Push Your Buttons with Kirk Martin
“If you’ve ever lost your temper and thought, ‘Why did I react like that?’ this episode will hit home. Because it’s not about fixing your children; it’s about finding calm within yourself so you can connect, not control. Peace in parenting starts with you.”
Staying Calm When Your Kids Push Your Buttons
We’ve all been there, one mom
E217. Comedy Meets Chaos with Russel Kane
Comedy Meets Chaos: Parenting with Russell Kane
“Parenting can break you or make you laugh - sometimes both in the same hour. But what if humour isn’t just a coping mechanism, it’s a lifeline? In this episode, we explore how laughter might just be the secret to staying sane in the chaos of raising kids.”
Comedy Meets Chaos: Parenting with Russell Kane
Parenthood is the wildest ride of all,
E216. Your Children Don’t Need Perfect, They Need YOU
Your Children Don’t Need Perfect, They Need You With Anna Mathur
What if the pressure to be the perfect mum is the very thing stealing your joy? In a world that celebrates doing it all, this episode is your permission slip to stop striving and start being, because your children don’t need perfect, they need present.
This episode is for every mother who’s ever whispered to herself, “Am I doing e
E215. Your C-Section Questions - Finally Answered
Your C-Section Questions - Finally Answered With Midwife Pip
Curious about what to expect before, during, and after a Caesarean Section? Here I discuss what you need to know- from common myths and recovery tips to emotional experiences and medical facts. Whether your C-section is planned or unexpected, this episode offers honest answers and expert advice to help you feel informed and empowered ev
E214. How to Prepare for the Unexpected in Labour
How to Prepare for the Unexpected in Labour
With Midwife Pip
Birth rarely goes exactly as planned- and that’s okay. In this episode, I explore how to stay calm, flexible, and empowered when your ideal birth plan takes an unexpected turn. From sudden changes in labour progression to emergency interventions, this episode offers practical tips and expert insights so you can learn how to embrace the
E213. The Untold Truth About Your Waters Breaking with Midwife Pip
Is your water breaking going to be a dramatic movie moment or a subtle surprise you barely notice?
In this episode I dive into everything you really need to know including the twists and turns and how your waters breaking could impact your pregnancy and birth choices and journey.
This episode is a sneak peek into a live call I did with my ‘YPJ’ Your
Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey community,
E212. Achieving your dream birth after birth trauma
Achieving your dream birth after birth trauma
With Megan Murray
Experiencing a traumatic or difficult birth can have lasting effects, not only in the immediate postpartum period but well into the future. The thought of another pregnancy or birth can then bring up a whole new wave of emotions and reflections.
This week I am joined by an incredible, fellow double boy mum, Megan. Not only have I h
E211. How to achieve your dream birth after birth trauma
Achieving your dream birth after birth trauma With Laura Moon
When you have experienced a traumatic or difficult birth it can impact so much that follows, not just in the immediate postpartum but beyond that too and then the prospect of a future pregnancy and birth can raise a heap of new thoughts and feelings.
This week I am joined by an incredible mum of two little girls, Laura. Laura is huge
E210. The Unspoken Emotions of New Motherhood
The Unspoken Emotions of New Motherhood
With Jean Young
Today’s episode is a conversation that needs to be heard, our guest this week, Jean Young @jeanyourbestself opens the door to the often hidden world of early motherhood. The complex emotions that so many women experience but rarely speak about.
Jean is an accredited psychotherapist and mum of two and joins me for an honest and deeply v
E209. Why Low Milk Supply is a Myth
Why Low Milk Supply is a Myth
With Bec Hodgson
Is "low milk supply" really as common as we've been led to believe?
In this episode, IBCLC Bec Hodgson is here to challenge one of the most persistent breastfeeding myths out there. From the science behind milk production, to busting misconceptions that fuel the myth. This episode will change the way you think about milk supply and empower you w
E208. Doing This Saves Lives in Pregnancy
Doing this saves baby’s lives in pregnancy with Midwife Pip
In this episode, I explore one of the most reassuring signs of a healthy pregnancy - fetal movements. From those first fluttery kicks to the regular rolls and jabs later on, monitoring your baby’s movements can be a powerful way to stay connected and alert to their well-being.
I will share what fetal movement means, when you should sta
E207. Can my baby have food pouches? with Charlotte Stirling-Reed
The Truth about Ultra Processed Foods (UPFs) for our children With Charlotte Stirling Reed
Today’s episode is one many parents will want to tune into, we’re talking all about ultra-processed foods, or UPFs, and what they really mean for our children’s health.
To help us unpack this complex and often confusing topic, we’re joined by the brilliant Charlotte Stirling-Reed - a leading child nutritio
E206. The Truth About Postnatal Recovery Every Mum Deserves to Hear
The Truth About Postnatal Recovery Every Mum Deserves to Hear
Too many mums are told that leaking urine, feeling “off,” or living with prolapse after birth is just the new normal. But it’s not and you deserve better.
In this powerful solo episode, I shine a light on the realities of postnatal recovery that are too often hidden in shame and misinformation. With 50% of mums experiencing prolapse a
E205. Why The Third Trimester Is Too Late to Prepare for Birth
Why the Third Trimester Is Too Late to Prepare for Birth
With Midwife Pip
Most parents wait until the third trimester to start thinking seriously about birth - but what if that’s too late? In this episode, I dive into the real reasons why birth preparation should begin much earlier in pregnancy. From understanding your options to building a support system and practicing evidence-based coping te
E204. How to make sure your baby’s breathing is normal
How to make sure your baby’s breathing is normal
With Dr Lillie Parker
This week we are sharing essential information that every parent should know to make sure they can keep their baby safe.
This week I am joined by Paediatric ED Doctor, Dr Lillie Parker to make sure you have the very best, reliable and expert knowledge on this important topic.
Extra Stuff:
Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive
E203. Why Paternity Leave is Failing Families
Why Paternity Leave is Failing Families
With Alex Lloyd Hunter
Many dads feel under-supported in their role as fathers because traditional gender norms still often place the primary caregiving focus on mothers. While times are slowly changing, many workplaces offer limited paternity leave, making it difficult for dads to bond with their newborns in those crucial early weeks. Even when paternity l
E202. What No One Tells You About Your Baby’s Nappies
What No One Tells You About Your Baby’s Nappies With Hannah Davies
This week we are talking nappies; it may not be the most glamorous of topics but it is one that you need to know about. Nappies are an essential part of baby life and knowing what is and is not normal can be a huge sense of relief as there are so many variations and they can also alert you to potentially underlying health issues t
E201. Dad Chats with CBeebies Nigel Clarke
Dad Chats with CBeebies Nigel Clarke
We talk a lot about motherhood and women’s health on the podcast so I am really excited to open the chat up to focusing on the very important other half’s… the dads!
This week I am joined by Nigel Clarke @nigelclarketv dad of 3, TV presenter recognised by many little people from CBeebies The Baby Club, founder of Dadvengers @dadvengersofficial and a man on a
E200. The Hidden Discrimination Against New Mums with Ashley James
The Hidden Discrimination Against New Mums with Ashley James
Parenthood can be hit with so much judgement, comparison and discrimination and this week’s guest is here to lift the lid on exactly this.
Ashley James is a well-known presenter, DJ and mother-of-two who has been in the public eye since 2012. She has built her reputation on candidly sharing her life and navigating the often-harsh rea
E199. Positive Inductions: Empowering Birth Stories
Positive Inductions: Empowering Birth Stories
With Hayley and Danielle
Induction of labour often lands in the ‘No thank you’ pile in birth plans and preferences and, as a Midwife, I am keen to challenge this idea because the truth is that with the right support, information and guidance an induction can be a very positive tool to an empowering birth experience.
This week I am joined by two in
E198. Cycle Secrets: Demystifying Hormones and Tracking
E198. Cycle Secrets: Demystifying Hormones and Tracking
With Laura Federico and Morgan Miller
Millions of people rely on apps to track their cycles however these over generalised, computer generated methods do not necessarily allow us to be empowered about our health as women and to truly understand our bodies in the way we deserve to if fertility and wellbeing are in our goals.
This week I am
E197. Redefining Birth Preparation
E197. Redefining Birth Preparation
If your birth preparation looks abit like this…
“I am filling my feed with positive birth content”
“I am reading positive birth stories”
“I am learning how to breathe”
“I am hoping it will be ok”
“I am staying optimistic”
“I am just going to go with the flow”
“You can’t control your birth”
Then you need to listen to this weeks episode.
Extra Stuff:
Midwife Pi
E196. Unlocking Your Baby’s Visual Potential: Essential Tips for Parents
Unlocking Your Baby’s Visual Potential: Essential Tips for Parents
With Jen Fuller
When your baby is born, to begin with, let’s face it there’s a lot of feeding, changing, hopefully some sleeping albeit at the wrong time of day and there you go on repeat. But one of the things babies are working on developing is their vision and science behind visual development has evolved and allowed us parent
E195. From Fear to Confidence: How Polly Took Control of Her Birth
From Fear to Confidence: How Polly Took Control of Her Birth
With YPJ Member Polly and YPJ Midwife Chloe
Meet Polly, one of our wonderful YPJ (Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey) members. Polly’s insights to birth and long journey trying to conceive made her feel she had to have a planned c-section, a decision based entirely on fear and misinformation. Polly took the reins, advocated, empowered
E194. Empowered Induction: Laura’s Positive Birth Story
“Empowered Induction: Laura’s Positive Birth Story”
With YPJ Member Laura and YPJ Midwife Chloe
Meet Laura, one of our wonderful YPJ (Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey) members. Laura works as a psychotherapist and has treated many women with birth trauma in her career, she was acutely aware of the need to protect herself and … she smashed it. There is so much fear around induction of labour b
E193. From Trauma to Triumph: Megan’s Empowering Birth Journey
From Trauma to Triumph: Megan’s Empowering Birth Journey
With YPJ Member Megan and YPJ Midwife Chloe
Meet Megan, one of our wonderful YPJ (Your Pregnancy and Postnatal Journey) members. Megan’s first birth was one she would describe as traumatic, having a lasting impact postpartum and making her worried about ever having another. Megan’s birth this year was the complete opposite- a positive, empo
E192. Optimise weaning by following these steps
Optimise weaning by following these steps
With - Annabel Karmel
No parent wants a fussy eater, we all dream for children that sit at the table for food and eat their veggies. Sounds like the perfect mealtime, right? But unfortunately for us parents rarely is it all that plain sailing.
This week I am joined by @annabelkarmel , with expertise spanning over 30 years, London-born mother of three an
E191. Do Babies Really Need to See an Osteopath?
Do babies really need to see an Osteopath?
With - Laura Tilson
If you have had a baby or have mum friends you will likely have heard of someone taking their baby to see an Osteopath and in some counties it is now pretty commonplace. So, what’s the deal with it, why are babies having osteopathic treatment and is it necessary?
This week I am joined by Laura Tilson, @lauratilsonosteopathy
an experi
E190. Understanding Allergies in Babies
Understanding allergies in babies
With - Dr Helen HowellsEvans
Allergies in babies and children seem more common than ever, but what’s the truth behind them and what do we need to know and do as parents to keep our little ones safe?
This week I am joined by Dr Helen, a specialist doctor in the field of allergies. Helen became interested in allergy due to her own experiences of managing a child
E189. What nobody tells you about the postpartum
What nobody tells you about the postpartum
With Kelsey Parker
The world can paint an idealistic, unrealistic picture of the postpartum and many motherhood experiences when, for most, it is raw, a messy kind of beautiful and for me with a side plate of bribery, conflicting emotions and endless learning.
This week I am joined by Kelsey Parker @being_kelsey. Kelsey is co-founder and owner of K2K
E188. The Top Tips You Need to Transition From 1 to 2 Children
The Top Tips You Need to Transition From 1 to 2 Children
With Midwife Pip
I get it, the thought of 2 little people to care for around the clock, splitting yourself in 2, helping your first born adapt, allowing yourself to thrive in the centre of it all it is a big worry. I was there and I felt it all too, this week I am sharing some of our experience, tips and ideas to navigating the big transiti
E187. The Best Baby Items You Need
Simplifying what you actually need to buy for your baby
With Hannah Fox from Which?
Positive test and then bammm you’re hit with a never-ending overwhelming list of products your baby seems to need… but do they really? And how to do choose the right products for you that they actually do need?
This week I am joined by Hannah Fox @hannahmrfox from Which? @whichuk
Hannah Fox is a parenting and
E186. How to pick the right baby carrier
How to choose the right carrier for you and your baby
With Tatum from Ergobaby
Carriers have honestly been lifesaving for me on my motherhood journey and are hands down a non-negotiable essential in my life. But I know when you start looking into a carrier to purchase it can lead you down a path of overwhelming confusion because there are so many different types to choose from.
This week I am j
E185. The Truth About Baby’s Developmental Milestones
The truth about baby’s developmental milestones
With Ciara McClarey
As a mum I completely understand the constant niggling worry about your baby’s developmental milestones and I drove myself mad with my first son who didn’t seem to do the physical things as fast as his peers so this week’s episode is here so you don’t fall into the trap I did.
This week I am joined by Ciara McClarey, a Clinica
E184. What every parent should know about vaccines for their child
What every parent should know about vaccines for their child.
With Lisa Broome
As a parent, one of your primary wishes is to keep your child well and healthy, its inbuilt in us as parents to try and achieve this and protect our little ones. That’s perhaps why 57% of parents surveyed by One Poll for the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said having a sick child is the most stressful aspe
E183. Is your baby crying non stop?
“Is Your Baby Crying Nonstop? The Hidden Signs of Reflux Every Parent Needs to Know!” With Josie
Having an uncomfortable baby is hard, it is conflicting, often leaving you second guessing and steeling joy from such a precious time in your lives. Terms like colic, reflux and allergies just lead to more confusion about a topic that can leave parents desperate and babies crying excessively and sleep
E182. Navigating Parenthood with Twins
Em’s experience of life with twins
With Em
Honestly having one baby at a time feels more than enough to me, I am in total awe of twin parents and genuinely cannot get my head around how they navigate the newborn period around the clock with 2 small people.
This week I have managed to steal a total super mumma away from life running her business, and caring for her toddler and new twin girls to h
E181. The Game Changing Secrets to Baby Sleep in the First 6 Months
Supporting sleep in the first 6 months
With Calm and Bright Sleep Support- Gem and Eve
The realities of sleep with a newborn often just don’t quite hit home until your there and if you checked out my most searched terms as a new first time mum they would almost exclusively have been sleep related. So, this episode is here to help save you from some of the pressure and anxiety I put myself under a
E180. The MUST-KNOW Breastfeeding Tips Every Mum Needs
Getting prepared for smoother breastfeeding in pregnancy
With Danielle Facey
Honestly, one of the most difficult times to educate yourself on breastfeeding is when you are doing it, getting ahead and preparing in pregnancy is a game changer.
This week I am joined by Danielle Facey, better know as The Breastfeeding Mentor @thebreastfeedingmentor on social media. Danielle is a breastfeeding educato
E179. Eczema in Babies and Children
Eczema in babies and children
With Dr Ellie Rashid
Eczema seems to be such a common condition in babies and having navigated eczema with our first born I think it’s a real challenge to understand and treat properly.
This week I am joined by an expert dermatologist Dr Ellie Rashid to help us myth bust, understand and move through all the noise around eczema in babies and young children.
Extra
E178. Why You Need To Plan For Your Postpartum
Why you need to plan for your postpartum
Heidi Skudder
Pregnancy can feel like information overwhelm at times and naturally there is a big focus on pregnancy and birth and then in an instant you find yourself in the fourth trimester and time and time again I hear women say they wish they’d learnt more about the postpartum before they slam dunked into it.
This week I am joined by the wonderful
E177. Real Life Mum Confessions
Real Life Mum Confessions
With Amy Voce
In a sea of perceived perfectionism and perfect insta worthy squares keeping mum life real is more important than ever. So grab a cuppa and join me this week for a keeping it real chat with the wonderful Amy Voce, a familiar voice as a radio presenter and podcaster, a lovely human and toddler mum.
Extra Stuff:
Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https
E176. Essential Information about Meningitis for Parents
Essential information about Meningitis for parents
With Dr Lillie Parker
Following my little boy Alfie’s scary experience with Meningitis at 5 weeks old I want to share key information about this condition that all parents should know. To bring you the medical facts and expert information I am joined by the lovely Dr Lillie @doctor.lils , an experienced doctor who has a real love for treating chi
E175. Midwife Pips Very Own Birth Story with her Second Baby
My Birth Story- Second Baby Alfie
With Midwife Pip
I feel blessed beyond words to be able to share the story of Alfie, my second sons’ birth. An experience that our family made the most positive and beautiful memories, it truly is a day that we will treasure for the rest of our lives. I have an ethos that all women should feel the way I have done when I birthed my babies- strong, listened to, empo
E174. Navigating Motherhood In The Modern World With Zoe Blaskey
Navigating motherhood in the modern world
With Zoe Blaskey
Alongside motherhood there exists a parallel paradox of guilt, comparison, second guessing and pressure. Motherhood in todays world with all the external influences and demands on women is different to the previous generations and I definitely feel it is tough, at times seemingly impossible to juggle.
This weeks guest Zoe Blaskey, mum,
E173. BITESIZE | Each Stage of Labour Explained
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Stages of Labour Explained with Midwife Pip
Labour can be broken down into 4 different stages- latent phase, first stage, second stage and third stage. Understanding what changes are happening during each stage is an important part of preparing your mind for birth.
For more on the p
E172. BITESIZE | How to optimise babies position for birth
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How to optimise your baby’s position for birth With Midwife Pip
A powerful ay to reduce birth complications and help you and your baby to have a more straightforward birth. Pip shares expert tips with you today to help you be expertly informed ahead of your birth.
For more on the phy
E171. BITESIZE | What it's like being a single mum with Lydia Bright
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Single Motherhood
With Lydia Bright
Sometimes parenting plans take a twist and single parent families account for 15% of families in the UK. Solo motherhood can bring its own set of unique joys and challenges and this week’s guest found herself navigating single parenthood unexpected
E170. BITESIZE | How to get pregnant
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How to get pregnant with Midwife Pip and Dr Larisa Corda
Planning a pregnancy or trying to conceive can come in so many shapes and sizes, for some it is a relatively smooth journey and for others there can be many twists and turns to navigate. However the path to pregnancy may look for
E169. BITESIZE | The challenges of pregnancy
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The ups and downs of pregnancy with Amy Voce and Midwife Pip
From trying to conceive, miscarriage, pregnancy symptoms and preparing for birth and motherhood pregnancy is one hell of a ride and the ride often has a few bumps along the way let’s be honest!
On this week's episode I welcome
E168. BITESIZE | Why we should adapt exercise in pregnancy
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Why we should adapt exercise for pregnancy
with James Davies
For those who have been following me on social media it will come as no surprise that I am a huge advocate of exercise during pregnancy. The benefits are huge, and it is an area I am super passionate about. But of course, we wan
E167. | BITESIZE | Tips to boost your fertility.
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Boosting your fertility health
with Stefanie Valakas
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 w
E166. BITESIZE | Are you leaking urine?
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How to protect, heal and nurture your body through Motherhood
Emma Brockwell
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 b
E165. How to get your newborn to sleep
How to get your newborn to sleep Midwife Pip and Calm and Bright Sleep give you all the answers.
The realities of sleep with a newborn often just don’t quite hit home until your there and if you checked out my most searched terms as a new first time mum they would almost exclusively have been sleep related. So, this episode is here to help save you from some of the pressure and anxiety I put myse
E164. BITESIZE | What is Hypnobirthing?
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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 bi
E163. Why you should be optimising your health before pregnancy
Why you should be optimising your health before pregnancy
With Kathy Whyte
Preconception health is so often forgotten or kept really surface level but the reality is your health status prior to getting pregnant has a profound impact on the health of your pregnancy and developing baby.
I am excited to be joined by this week’s guest, Kathy Whyte. Kathy is founder of Nurture Mum, a nutritionist and
E162. BITESIZE | How to have a Positive C-Section
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How to have a positive Caesarean Birth
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 experience regardle
E161. Self Care Secrets You Need To Know
Self-care secrets mums need to know With Emma Benyon
I feel like the term self-care has become a bit of a buzz word, we hear it everywhere and yet for many of us, myself included, we can’t tangibly action it into the realities of our lives. On this episode we will be unpicking exactly what it is and exploring the secrets to benefitting from it whilst navigating our day to day.
I am excited to be
E160. BITESIZE | Improve Your Pelvic Floor Health by doing these things
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Your Pelvic Floor Health
This week I am delighted that Clare Bourne, specialist pelvic health physiotherapist, is joining us to answer 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
E159. Hyperemesis Solved!
The truth behind hyperemesis in pregnancy With Lindsay Salmon
One of the most debilitating and under supported areas of pregnancy has to be hyperemesis. For those who suffer this extreme, long-lasting form of pregnancy sickness it is a real struggle and support and management strategies are essential to prevent it leading to more adverse complications.
I am excited to be joined by this week’s gu
E158. BITESIZE | What it's like being an elite athlete and pregnant.
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I am honoured to be joined on this week’s episode by Dani Rowe MBE. 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
E157. Natural Ways to Prepare and Encourage Labour
Natural ways to prepare and encourage labour With Midwife Pip
Due date pressure is so unhelpful, in this solo episode I talk you through why putting pressure on a given time to birth can hinder labour, how you can actively prepare to encourage labour and the truth around what really starts labour off…
Extra Stuff:
Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-boo
E156. Do these things to improve you babies mental health
How you can influence your baby’s mental health and development
With Dr Amanda Gummer amanda@goodplayguide
Building close relationships and bonding as a new parent reduces the likelihood of mental health difficulties throughout your child’s life. The newborn time is a critical period of social and emotional development and new research highlights many parents are unaware of the link between th
E155. Do these things to keep your baby healthy
How to help your newborn baby’s health
With Dr Lillie Parker
Before you know it, your baby is here and then your mind quickly switches to consider how to look after your new baby as well as possible. A key part of this is learning what is and is not normal so you can seek support as early as possible to help keep your baby healthy.
I am really looking forward to speaking today with Dr Lillie Par
E154. How to Bond with Your Baby
Bonding with your baby With Annie Ramsay-Stagg
Bonding with your new baby is an important part of your baby’s development and wellbeing as well as yours as a new mum but
it doesn’t mean it always happens naturally or easily. The reassuring thing is there are ways you can help support it.
This week I am joined by Annie Ramsay-Stagg who is a Local Campaigns Officer for @nspcc_official. Annie suppo
