Midwife Pip Podcast

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 start paying attention, and how to track it effectively. We'll also talk about what changes might signal a need to contact your healthcare provider, and why trusting your instincts matters. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 nutritionist, author, and mum who's passionate about helping families build healthy relationships with food from the very start. Charlotte has worked with everyone from the NHS to celebrities like Joe Wicks, and she's known for her practical, down-to-earth advice that actually works in real life. So, what are ultra-processed foods? Are they really as bad as the headlines suggest? And how can we balance convenience with nutrition when feeding our kids? Let's find out. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 and many silently struggling, it's time to challenge the narrative and speak openly about what's really going on with our bodies after birth. You'll learn: Why common post-birth symptoms aren't “normal” they're just common The critical first steps every new mum should take to support healing How to protect and nurture your body in a way that empowers long-term recovery Why stigma and silence are doing us more harm than good This episode is your reminder that your postpartum body deserves understanding, support, and real solutions. Let's start rewriting the story together. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 techniques, early prep can mean the difference between a birth that happens to you and one you actively shape. We'll bust common myths, share insights, and give you a practical timeline for when and how to truly get ready. Whether you're expecting or planning ahead, this is the episode you didn't know you needed until now. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 leave is available, there can be pressure—social or professional—to return to work quickly, reinforcing the outdated idea that a father's primary role is financial rather than emotional. Without strong support systems, from employers to parenting communities, many dads struggle to feel included and confident in their role, missing out on key bonding opportunities that are so important for both them and their children.  This week I am joined by Alex Lloyd Hunter a UK-based advocate for improved paternity leave and co-founder of The Dad Shift, an organisation dedicated to campaigning for better paternity leave policies in the UK. After becoming a dad, he recognised the significant barriers that limited fathers' involvement in bonding with and caring for their family. The UK's statutory paternity leave offers just two weeks at a rate of £184 per week, one of the least supportive in Europe.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 too.  Hannah Davies's the founder of Motherhood Road, Newborn Care Specialist and Sleep Consultant to make sure you have the nappy information you need for a smoother, healthier parenting journey.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 mission to bridge this gap and ensure dads, their needs and roles are brought to the forefront of the conversation. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 realities of modern parenthood. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 incredible new mummy's so expect baby appearances and noises on today's episode! Hayley and Danielle, both members of my exclusive YPJ- Your Pregnancy and Postpartum Journey Programme and Hayley is also actually our Community Manager but other than having just become first time mums these two incredible women have something else in common- they both had a positive induction of labour birth and are, like me, keen to dispel the myths and scare mongering that exists out there. So grab a cuppa and let's get down to it. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 joined by @thecyclebook Laura Federico, certified sex and relationship therapist and Morgan Miller, midwife, activist, and birth centre founder. Together Laura and Morgan have co-authored The Cycle Book. These are two women on a mission to equip other women with the tools to take ownership over their own well-being and to understand the ins and outs of their body. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 parents to also open our eyes to the potential ways we can support our little people.  This week I am joined by Jen Fuller, founder of Etta Loves and mum of 2. Jen is passionate about supporting babies to achieve the best possible visual experience to contribute to their development, whilst supporting parents and carers with easy everyday moments.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 herself with bespoke and evidence based honest information and made informed choices about her positive birth experience. Thank you for sharing your story Polly, such a powerhouse mumma! Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“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 but Laura went into it in such an informed and empowered place that it was a totally positive experience from start to finish. Thank you for sharing your story Laura, appropriate and well informed intervention is a blessing.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, empowering experience and she has kindly agreed to share it to make sure other mums know their birth experience can be different to.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 and MBE, bestselling international author, and a world-leading expert on devising delicious, nutritious meals for babies and children to help shed light on how we can feed our children with less stress and more success.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 experienced and registered Ostepath working in London and a wonderful human who supported by journey with Alfie and opened my eyes to the world of Osteopathic treatments.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 with milk and nut allergies and now educates internationally on this important topic. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Performing Arts School in Orpington and the wife of the late Tom Parker from boyband The Wanted. Kelsey found herself an unexpected grief expert and spokesperson after she was widowed at just 32 years old. You may also have heard Kelsey on her podcast Mums The Word, today we are chatting about what surprised us the most about becoming mothers in a conversation of expectations vs reality so grab a cuppa and join us for some real talk.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 transition from 1 to 2 children.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 health journalist with more than 17 years experience in the industry. She's the author of Mother&Baby Pregnancy Milestones (Hamlyn, 2016) and spent four years as a writer at Mother & Baby Magazine and website. She joined Which? in 2017, where she's a Principal Researcher and Writer, looking after the testing and content for a range of baby and child product areas including car seats and pushchairs. We are going to break through the overwhelm and noise to actually work out what a baby does need and how to choose the right items for you and your baby.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 joined by Tatum from Ergobaby. Mum of two wild boys, Content & Community Lead at Ergobaby UK & Europe, trained babywearing peer supporter, passionate about empowering parents. We are going to break through the baby carrier noise and simplify the different types and important features to consider when choosing the right carrier for you and your little one.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Clinical Specialist Paediatric Physiotherapist. She specialises in the physical development of babies and children and diagnosis and management of conditions that can affect the muscles and joints during childhood. Ciara is passionate about spreading awareness of baby and child development and how parents can help to support their little one's gross motor development and when to seek support and provides evidence-based information via her online profile IG account @thechildphysio. Get in touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 aspect of family life, significantly higher than stressors like welcoming a new baby into the family (15%).   The poll also found that nearly half of parents surveyed (49%) reported having to miss work due to their child being ill. For many, this disruption is also a frequent occurrence. Over 1 in 5 parents (23%) surveyed state their child is unwell once every few months whilst 12% experience their child being ill multiple times in a month. Most common coughs or colds can be mild and difficult to avoid. But more serious infections that can cause serious illness, hospitalisation and lifelong disabilities are rising too, and it's a good time to be thinking about how we protect babies and young children from these diseases with vaccination.   Health officials from the UK Health Security Agency are urging parents to check their children's vaccinations are up to date, amid fears of a ‘back to school surge' of diseases like measles and whooping cough due to falling vaccine uptake rates.   To give your child the best protection from these illnesses, it's important that their vaccines are up to date. Vaccines prevent over 5,000 deaths and over 100,000 hospital admissions each year in England, if your child isn't vaccinated, they're not protected. But there is a lot of misinformation and a lack of knowledge for parents around vaccinations.    This week I am joined by a vaccination guru and registered nurse, Lisa Broome. Lisa has joined us to answer some of the most common questions and concerns parents have around vaccinations and the advice/tips she gives to help them navigate child immunisations and sometimes the fear of the unknown for some parents. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“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 sleeping minimally. I know how challenging this can be because I have just been there.    This week I am joined by the wonderful, compassionate Josie from Positively Parenthood who scooped myself and Alfie up when we were desperately searching for a solution to our uncomfortable baby.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 hear about her experience and tips for other twin mummas. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 around sleep in first 6 months.   I am really looking forward to speaking today with two amazing women, Gem and Eve- founders of Calm and Bright Sleep Support who I am honestly so grateful to for these ladies who saved us in the depth of sleep deprivation with our first son and it is something I really wish I had more information on before we hit that place of utter exhaustion.    Find the wonderful Eve and Gem here: https://www.calmandbright.co.uk/ @calmandbrightsleepsupport Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 educator on a mission to help you feel supported on your breastfeeding journey and to bust the many breastfeeding myths that exist.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 Heidi Skudder, founder of @positivleyparenthood is an expert when it comes to the fourth trimester and postpartum prep- partly as a mum of 3 but also having supported many, many families. Heidi is also now, very excitingly an author to her brand-new book Your Positive Baby Sleep Book which you can find linked in the episode description.    Your Positive Baby Sleep Book by Heidi Skudder: AVALIABLE HERE Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 children and better informing parents.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, empowered and positive. Every birth will unfold differently with its own unique challenges and circumstances but all birth and crucially your birth can be an incredible experience with the right support, information and preparation. Consuming positive stories can be really helpful in birth preparation which is why I have decided to share both my birth stories.  14th May 2024- the day I welcomed our second perfect baby boy into the world surrounded with calm, love and respect. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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, founder of Motherkind and now author to her brand new book Motherkind is here to help us find a happier path in motherhood free from pressure and perfectionism. Get your copy of Motherkind here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Motherkind-happiest-fulfilled-empowering-podcast/dp/0008650829 Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Exclusive Membership - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 117... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 117. 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 physiology of this and to learn how to support your body and baby through each stage check out my Antenatal and Hypnobirthing Course options- live and online at midwifepip.com Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 127... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 127 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 physiology of this and to learn how to support your body and baby through each stage check out my Antenatal and Hypnobirthing Course options- live and online at midwifepip.com Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 151... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 151. 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 unexpectedly. I am super excited to introduce Lydia Bright, perhaps best known for her reality TV career starting in The Only Way is Essex, Lydia is also single mum to her little girl Loretta, a well-loved TV personality, influencer, entrepreneur and most recently author to her new book Mummy and Me. Available here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Mummy-Me-celebrating-magical-families/dp/0241605830 Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 145... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 145. 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 you, exploring ways to optimise your chances of conceiving and to improve the health of your pregnancy and growing baby has huge benefits for all.  I am super excited for this week's guest, leading obstetrician and gynaecologist seen on ITV's This Morning as resident fertility expert Dr Larisa Corda to talk about her 12-week Conception Plan. The Conception Plan is a science backed, holistic plan to overhaul your health and wellbeing to optimise your chances of a successful and healthy pregnancy. Dr Larisa has recently published her book The Conception Plan so if you are on a trying to conceive journey or planning a baby in your future make sure you read her expert information.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 60... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 60. 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 the wonderful Amy Voce, a voice you may very well recognise from Virgin Radio shows and podcast 'Two New Mums'.  Amy was quite literally ready to pop with her first baby when we spoke about some of the real highs and lows of pregnancy because let's face it some days are rainbows and unicorns and others are ummm not.  Follow Amy on Instagram @amy_voce and for a giggle check out Two New Mums Podcast.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 47... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 47. 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 want to ensure exercise in pregnancy is done safely to support our bodies. With this in mind you can be forgiven for ending up in a rabbit warren of frantic googling when it comes to exercise in pregnancy and finding a confusing tangle of poor quality, outdated, inaccurate information. Unhelpful to say the least but also super disempowering at a time when accurate information is imperative.   I am really excited to put your questions to this weeks podcast guest and dispel some of the myths and misconceptions around exercising during pregnancy and explore the best way to navigate this precious time.  I am joined by James Davies, this man has an extensive portfolio from a career in professional support himself, to working with elite athletes in the worlds of premier league football, the commonwealth, and Olympic games. More recently James has begun to focus on the historically neglected area of women in sport, qualified in pregnancy training and shares my relentless passion for empowering women to embrace healthy, active pregnancies safely. And on a personal note, James has been the voice and expertise behind my own pregnancy journey allowing me to enjoy physical activity throughout and genuinely have the positive, healthy pregnancy I dreamt of. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 38... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 38. 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 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.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 26... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 26. 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 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 subject at many medical and exercise conferences. Emma has written for many magazines including Women's Running and Women's Health magazine and has a book out in February 2021 called ‘Why did no one tell me? how to heal protect and nurture your body through motherhood.' Emma founded and leads a Walk and Running club, Oxted Ladies Run Club. She is the co-founder of Pelvic Roar a physiotherapy led collaboration aiming to promote and unite all things ‘pelvic health'. She is on the advisory board for The Active Pregnancy Foundation and is an associate member to the Perinatal Physical Activity Research Group. She now works privately in Surrey and London and is the co-presenter of a new podcast called At Your Cervix – the podcast. Check out Emma's fantastic Instagram page @physiomumuk  Linked below is Emma's book ‘Why did no one tell me?' A must read for expectant mums:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Why-Did-One-Tell-motherhood/dp/1785043366/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=why+did+no+one+tell+me&qid=1611576403&sr=8-1 Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 myself under around sleep in first 6 months.  I am really looking forward to speaking today with two amazing women, Gem and Eve- founders of Calm and Bright Sleep Support who I am honestly so grateful to for these ladies who saved us in the depth of sleep deprivation with our first son and it is something I really wish I had more information on before we hit that place of utter exhaustion.  Find the wonderful Eve and Gem here: https://www.calmandbright.co.uk/ @calmandbrightsleepsupport Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 15... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 15. 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 about how 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. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 former Midwife with a keen interest in optimising health before, during and following pregnancy. Kathy is helping change perceptions of pregnancy, health, and society's response to the deepening crisis in public health and wellbeing. Recognising that the first 1000+ days of life is the greatest opportunity there is to develop healthy lives, from the very beginning.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 4... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 4. 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 regardless 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 is 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.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 joined by this week's guest, Emma Benyon. Emma is a self-care and motherhood coach and educator, supporting busy mums who are juggling the school run with a job and building a business with the tools to be less overwhelmed and have more balance, energy and clarity.  Emma is mum to a six year old and a qualified NLP, mBIT and Practical Magic Coach and full time post 16 educator. She is the editor of Positive Wellbeing Zone for Mums and host of the Self Care and Motherhood Edit podcast. Her passion is to support busy mums to have more time and energy for the all the things they enjoy and to have the tools to support and nurture themselves.  Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 6... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 6 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 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 empower you on a positive pelvic health journey for life. @clarebournephysio Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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 guest, Lindsay Salmon. Lindsay is the Community & Engagement Manager at Pregnancy Sickness Support, the only charity in the UK providing support to those suffering from Nausea & Vomiting in pregnancy and Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG). As a survivor of 2 HG pregnancies, Lindsay knows first hand how debilitating and miserable the condition can be and she is passionate about raising awareness of HG and improving care for sufferers. Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This Bitesize Clip is taken from Episode 8... To listen to the full episode go back and listen to Episode 8 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 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 Extra Stuff: Midwife Pips Guide to a Positive Birth: https://www.midwifepip.com/midwife-pip-books Check out Midwife Pip's Courses - http://www.midwifepip.com/ Get in Touch: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midwife_pip Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midwifepip Email: https://www.midwifepip.com/contact-us Enjoy Listening... and don't forget to subscribe!  Midwife Pip x  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices