Pregnancy with Physio Laura

Welcome back to the Pregnancy with Physio Laura podcast. Today I am excited to be interviewing the incredible Sophie Walker who runs the popular podcast Australian Birth Stories.   In this chat with @australianbirthstories we discuss: The power of storytelling and debriefing your birth story The general themes of what seems to make a positive birth experience The general themes of what seems to make a traumatic or negative birth experience What women wish they'd known about before they gave birth What systemic changes need to be happening in the maternity system in Aus right now How Sophie's personal birth experiences have helped influence her business   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour, and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour, and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!   You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hey mamas, just jumping in with a quick life and podcast update for you all. We'll be taking a short break whilst we are busy getting the new branding ready for the podcast so keep your eyes open for our re-launch! Same podcast, different name and energy!In the meantime I'd love to hear from you about any podcast feedback you have. Is there a dream guest you'd love to for me to interview? Is there a topic you'd love for me to cover? Either comment on my latest @physiolaura post and let me know or shoot me an email to laura@physiolaura.com. I read and reply to every single message I get so I can't wait to hear from you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another solo episode with me, chatting about best positions for labour and birth. Whilst we have evidence for how certain positions are advantageous compared to others, labour and brith positioning is mostly about being in tune with yourself. Trusting your baby and your body to send you the messages it needs to. Moving intuitively and without noise and external distractions. Listen to this episode to find out more and if you'd like to connect with me further and have me support you through your pregnancy and birth, come and check out my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. You can find out more info at thepregnancyposse.com and trial the program for 7 days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a solo episode with me, chatting all about a concept my husband and I live by - the “prune & bloom”. This concept is all about creating space in your life for all the beautiful things to blossom.  Often we think if we want to create positive change then we need to “add” more things. Often I've found the opposite to be true. The more you prune and remove, the more space there is for the positive change to be welcomed in. Enjoy this episode and jump on over to @physiolaura to let me know what you loved about this and whether any of it resonated with you and your own life right now.  And if you're pregnant and you'd like to be supported by me for every single week of your pregnancy plus educate yourself on empowered pregnancy and birth then I encourage you to trial my online program The Pregnancy Posse. You can find out more by visiting thepregnancyposse.com to trial the program for 7 days. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Bringing Women Together Podcast Series

Episode 2 // Bringing Women Together Podcast Series

Episode 1 // Bringing Women Together Podcast Series  To kick off this first episode in the Bringing Women Together podcast series I chat @the_rachael_rose all about the power of bringing women together in circle.   In this episode I chat with Rachael about: What inspired her initially to bring women together Women's circles - what are they and what do they involve? The importance of women sitting together to share stories and witness each other Hesitations of joining, sharing and being part of women circles Laura sharing her own experience of her first women's circle The power of silence and holding space for women to express themselves   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Mama Styling Podcast Series   To kick off this third, and final, episode in the Mama Styling podcast series I chat with Lauren Siliato from @moolkshop all about creating the ultimate capsule wardrobe after birth.   In this episode I chat with Lauren about: Go-to “Mum” outfits that are practical, easy to wear and flattering to most shapes. What should someone look for in simplifying their wardrobe to reduce mental load and overwhelm To keep old clothes or not to keep? The importance of dressing for your body right now. How to invest in a new and beautiful wardrobe without spending too much $$ Messy clothes from our beautiful children and how to manage the frustration   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Mama Styling Podcast Series   To kick off this second episode in the Mama Styling podcast series I chat with Lauren Siliato from @moolkshop all about styling tips for your post-partum body.   In this episode I chat with Lauren about: Practical dressing tips to help women feel comfy after birth in a new body and new clothes Breastfeeding options (all the different zippers and boob access options!) How to best shape your new body Why we need to zoom out and question what “rules” we are following from societal standards or cultural pressures The importance of wearing clothes that fit you, not the other way around Other ways we can boost confidence and self-esteem in the fresh post-partum period   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Mama Styling Podcast Series   To kick off this first episode in the Mama Styling podcast series I chat with Lauren Siliato from @moolkshop all about fashion after birth and body confidence   In this episode I chat with Lauren about: What inspired Lauren to start Moolk and what effect their products have had on post-partum confidence Post-partum confidence and how fashion can influence your self-esteem, body image and overall confidence as a mama The importance of feeling good in your clothes, and how clothes can reflect your state and how you feel about yourself “Rules” we create around what we can wear Laura shares a funny story she had around whether she could wear boots or not Dressing for different phases of your cycle    I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 6 // Pregnancy Loss Podcast Series   To kick off this sixth episode in the Pregnancy Loss podcast series I share my own personal journey of 2 miscarriages. In this episode I chat about: My experience of miscarriage Physically how it felt  Emotionally how I processed it The importance of a supportive network Anxiety in future pregnancies    I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like more guidance you can find pregnancy loss support networks listed below: Pink Elephant Netflix doco - Misunderstandings of miscarriage  Glimmer Project  PANDA Abortion Grief Australia website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 5 // Pregnancy Loss Podcast Series   To kick off this fifth episode in the Pregnancy Loss podcast series I chat with the amazing Sharna Southan, a pregnancy loss practitioner and trauma informed coach as well as hear the incredible stories from women in my wonderful community.    In this episode I chat with @instituteofhealing_pl about: Sharna's personal experience of what a miscarriage felt like The myths and misconceptions about how your body will feel during loss Physical recovery after loss Treating your body like it's post-partum + we hear beautiful stories from my community about how they helped themselves physically recover after loss I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like more guidance you can find pregnancy loss support networks listed below: Pink Elephant Netflix doco - Misunderstandings of miscarriage  Glimmer Project  PANDA Abortion Grief Australia website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 4 // Pregnancy Loss Podcast Series   To kick off this fourth episode in the Pregnancy Loss podcast series I chat with the amazing Sharna Southan, a pregnancy loss practitioner and trauma informed coach as well as hear the incredible stories from women in my wonderful community.    In this episode I chat with @instituteofhealing_pl about: How to help someone navigating loss What NOT to say to someone + we hear beautiful stories from my community about how how loss changed their relationships with their partner plus the best ways they feel they could be supported by family and friends     I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like more guidance you can find pregnancy loss support networks listed below: Pink Elephant Netflix doco - Misunderstandings of miscarriage  Glimmer Project  PANDA Abortion Grief Australia website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Pregnancy Loss Podcast Series   To kick off this third episode in the Pregnancy Loss podcast series I chat with the amazing Sharna Southan, a pregnancy loss practitioner and trauma informed coach as well as hear the incredible stories from women in my wonderful community.    In this episode I chat with @instituteofhealing_pl about: The importance of processing your loss before trying to conceive How to navigate fear and anxiety during pregnancy Tools you can use to help you bond with your baby whilst still navigating grief and fear + we hear beautiful stories from my community about their own personal journey's of navigating pregnancy after loss   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like more guidance you can find pregnancy loss support networks listed below: Pink Elephant Netflix doco - Misunderstandings of miscarriage  Glimmer Project  PANDA Abortion Grief Australia website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Pregnancy Loss Podcast Series   To kick off this second episode in the Pregnancy Loss podcast series I chat with the amazing Sharna Southan, a pregnancy loss practitioner and trauma informed coach as well as hear the incredible stories from women in my wonderful community.  In this episode I chat with @instituteofhealing_pl about: The importance of acknowledging trauma Different practices to help move through this (bodywork and somatic practices) + we hear from the beautiful women in my community about what they did for their emotional recovery after loss plus there advice for any other women navigating this right now   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like more guidance you can find pregnancy loss support networks listed below: Pink Elephant Netflix doco Misunderstandings of miscarriage Glimmer Project  PANDA Abortion Grief Australia website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Pregnancy Loss Podcast Series   To kick off this first episode in the Pregnancy Loss podcast series I chat with the amazing Sharna Southan, a pregnancy loss practitioner and trauma informed coach as well as hear the incredible stories from women in my wonderful community.    In this episode I chat with @instituteofhealing_pl about: Sharna's personal journey through a missed miscarriage and the lessons she learnt  Giving yourself permission to grieve  Letting yourself feel all the feelings, without shame or judgement Energetics of emotions & suppression of emotions Ways to help you move through your emotions + we hear from the beautiful women in my audience sharing how they navigated their own grief after loss   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!  And if you'd like more guidance you can find pregnancy loss support networks listed below: Pink Elephant Netflix doco Misunderstandings of miscarriage Glimmer Project  PANDA Abortion Grief Australia website See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I'm sharing a simul-cast for a podcast interview I did with Elly McLean on the Talking NutritionElly Podcast.   In this chat with @nutritionelly we discuss: What exactly is the pelvic floor and where is it?  How to contract it and how to relax it properly  What does a women's health Physio do?  Over active versus under active pelvic floor  Signs of an over active pelvic floor  How to do diaphragmatic breathing to help release your pelvic floor Why I decided to start the Pregnancy Posse program    I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!   You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.If you loved this episode jump on over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to another solo episode with me, discussing our family adventures for the year ahead and how we got to this point.   In this episode I discuss:   Our craving for a “gap year” and more adventure Our intentions for this trip are to deepen our connections and simplify our life and not just ticking things off a bucket list How we plan to work and travel on the road The process of selling or donating 90% of our possessions The challenges that have come up and why I'm excited to push my comfort zone   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Mothering with Simplicity Series   To kick off this third, and final, episode in the Mothering with Simplicity Series podcast series I chat with the amazing Jodi Wilson all about taking small steps to living a simpler life.   In this episode I chat with @practisingsimplicity about:   Being more present in your life  Power in slowing down and appreciating the small things  Nature and how it can ground you  Why Jodi doesn't like the word “self-care” and instead prefers “essential-care” The power of rest Practical tips to move towards a simpler life   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Mothering with Simplicity Series   To kick off this second episode in the Mothering with Simplicity Series podcast series I chat with the amazing Jodi Wilson all about her mantra of “being where you are”.   In this episode I chat with @practisingsimplicity about:   Honouring the season you're in and being where you are Simplifying your home life and schedules De-cluttering and opting out of consumerism The beauty in wanting less Laura's lessons from selling off 90% of their possessions  And why we should all stop ironing our clothes!    I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Mothering with Simplicity Series   To kick off this first episode in the Mothering with Simplicity Series podcast series I chat with the amazing Jodi Wilson all about her journey into practicing simplicity.   In this episode I chat with @practisingsimplicity about:   The story of how Jodi changed her life and what prompted her to live with her family in a caravan for 2.5 years How she recognised her life and pace was no longer sustainable Actively choosing to slow down, be more present and enjoy her life Laura's experiment with sampling her weekly schedule and activities   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I was interviewed by the lovely Ashley Winning on her “VBAC Homebirth Stories” podcast to share the wildly different experience of my 3 birth stories - which included 1 emergency C-section, 1 planned C-section and 1 VBAC home birth.   Enjoy this interview and let me know over @physiolaura if you loved this episode or if you have any follow up questions.    If you want to connect with Ashley you can find her at @ashleylwinning or at themotherhoodcircle.com.au.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Aware Parenting Series   To kick off this third, and final, episode in the Aware Parenting Series podcast series with the amazing Lael Stone, we are chatting all about holding boundaries.   In this episode I chat with @laelstone about: How to hold firm but loving boundaries  Learning your unique “yes's” and “no's” Where are you “should-ing” in your life?   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Aware Parenting Series   To kick off this second episode in the Aware Parenting Series podcast series with the amazing Lael Stone, we are chatting all about self-care and compassion in motherhood.   In this episode I chat with @laelstone about: Why it's all well and good to hold space for our kids, but what about us? Childhood imprints and re-parenting yourself The importance of meeting your own needs first What self-care could look like as a mother   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour, and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Aware Parenting Series   To kick off this first episode in the Aware Parenting Series podcast series with the amazing Lael Stone, we are chatting all about raising resilient and compassionate children.   In this episode I chat with @laelstone about:   Lael's personal journey into aware parenting after a traumatic birth experience The importance of crying and expressing emotions The power of listening to feelings Why we don't have to always keep our kids happy Seeing beneath the behaviour  Practicing empathy and compassion wth our kids (and indirectly ourselves) What a regulated versus dysregulated kid looks like Being a safe space for feelings   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to another solo episode chatting all about my favourite 3 exercises to prepare you for labour and birth.   Cold shower Squat hold Giving feedback to a massage therapist or barista   You'll have to listen to the episode to understand what I mean, but trust me when I say I have personally used all of these and they work!I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!    And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Pelvic Power Series To kick off this third episode in the Pelvic Power Series podcast series I chat with the amazing Bernadette Lack all about the pelvic floor and finding balance between strength and mobility. In this episode I chat with @coreandfloorrestore about: Why pelvic floor strength is not the be-all and end-all The importance of seeing the pelvis as a whole, not just focusing on the pelvic floor muscles How releasing full body tension is key to relaxing the pelvic floor  Importance of connecting to your thoughts and body I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Pelvic Power Series To kick off this second episode in the Pelvic Power Series podcast series I chat with the amazing Bernadette Lack all about whole body balance for the pelvis.   In this episode I chat with @coreandfloorrestore about: How poor pelvic function can lead to birth injuries  The importance of “de-fuzzing” your body Less emphasis on strength, and more emphasis on movement Ideas for how to position yourself in your daily life, without sitting Reframing how you view “exercise” I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Pelvic Power Series   To kick off this first episode in the Pelvic Power Series podcast series I chat with the amazing Bernadette Lack all about the ins and outs of the pelvis!In this episode I chat with @coreandfloorrestore about: The difference between your vulva and vagina What is your story and understanding around your female anatomy? Anatomy of the vulva Misconceptions about the anatomy of the clitoris  Misconceptions around a “tight vagina” How to connect back in with your womb I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 4 // Feeding Our Babes Series   To kick off this fourth, and final, episode in the Feeding Our Babes Series podcast series with the amazing Joelleen Winduss Paye, we are chatting all about when breastfeeding isn't working out.In this episode I chat with @jwp.care about: Lack of support for most women trying to navigate breastfeeding Cultural standards and societal expectations Shame and stigma How to know when enough is enough What support is available to these women Tongue ties Biting when feeding I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Feeding Our Babes Series   To kick off this third episode in the Feeding Our Babes Series podcast series with the amazing Joelleen Winduss Paye, we are chatting all about milk-making and nutrition.In this episode I chat with @jwp.care about: Does your let-down indicate milk supply? Is pumping volume indicative of true milk supply? How common is low milk supply?  What factors can cause low milk supply? What role does nutrition and hydration play in milk supply and supporting breastfeeding? Importance of a protein-rich breakfast to start the day right  Thoughts on lactation cookies and teas  Maintaining milk supply when returning to work and exercise  Maintaining breastfeeding whilst pregnant I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Feeding Our Babes Series   To kick off this second episode in the Feeding Our Babes Series podcast series with the amazing Joelleen Winduss Paye, we are chatting all about the physiology of breastfeeding.In this episode I chat with @jwp.care about: How milk is made and the hormones responsible for milk production Importance of skin to skin and regular feeds to establish milk supply  3 stages of Lactogenesis (milk-making) What is supply and demand? Mechanics of baby sucking -The “fit and hold” technique Shape of the nipple and how best latch occurs The difference between normal early feeding discomfort versus a bad latch I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Feeding Our Babes Series To kick off this first episode in the Feeding Our Babes Series podcast series with the amazing Joelleen Winduss Paye, we are chatting all about the best ways you can prepare yourself for a successful breastfeeding experience.In this episode I chat with @jwp.care about: Best ways to prepare yourself for breastfeeding during your pregnancy The importance of hearing a wide variety of feeding experiences Getting to know your breast and nipple anatomy How the nipples and breasts change during pregnancy Caring for your nipples Do you actually need to buy anything to support breastfeeding? Advice on breast pumps, bottles and the Haaka Why you can't just rely on the hospital system for your breastfeeding education Current Australian breastfeeding statistics I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 4 // Perinatal Mental Health Series To kick off this fourth, and final, episode in the Perinatal Mental Health podcast series I sit down on the mic solo to chat about my learnings and practices around self-care and how it has evolved over time. In this episode I discuss: What self-care means to me, and how it has evolved over time The importance of holding boundaries and learning to feel comfortable saying no How to include self-care into your daily rituals easily  Tuning in to your own unique needs My daily practices versus my big/grandiose practices Meeting your needs and tour family's needs Common challenges that get in the way of filling your cup, and how to bust through them I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 3 // Perinatal Mental Health Series   To kick off this third episode in the Perinatal Mental Health podcast series I chat with the amazing Yara Heary about navigating anger, rage and other conflicting emotions in the motherhood journey.In this episode @lifeafterbirthpsychology and I chat about: Guilt and shame in pregnancy and the difference between guilt and shame  Maternal ambivalence - normalising conflicting emotions in motherhood  How we can still be great mothers even if we don't enjoy parenting  Authentic parenting and dropping the “shoulds” of motherhood  When expectations of motherhood don't match reality  Anger and rage in motherhood  Healthy ways to express anger  The power of breath-work I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 2 // Perinatal Mental Health Series   To kick off this second episode in the Perinatal Mental Health podcast series I chat with the amazing Gemma Smith about supporting your mental health through the post-partum period.In this episode I chat with @together.perinatal about: Gemma's own story from a perfectionist-type-A personality to motherhood  Navigating not enjoying pregnancy and motherhood  The perfect mother myth Acknowledging what your mothering values are, not what society tells you they should be  Best tips to prepare yourself for post-partum  Importance of connection and community to mental health I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Perinatal Mental Health Series   To kick off this first episode in the Perinatal Mental Health podcast series I chat with the amazing Namita Mahanama about her experience with post-natal depression (PND)**Please note this episode mentions suicidal ideation for anyone that may not be ready to listen to this***In this episode I chat with @whole_istichealingco about: Namita's personal story with PND - how it caught her by surprise and turned her world upside down  Common signs and symptoms of PND What treatment helped treat her depression  Misconceptions and myths around PND Bonding with your babe after PND Top tips around taking the first steps to get help I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt! And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this fourth, and final, episode in the Nourish the Feminine podcast series with the amazing Julie Tenner we are answering the listener questions - all about libido, feeling sexy as a Mum and loving your post-partum body.   In this episode I chat with @julietenner.love about:   Why libido may be low after birth Giving yourself permission to feel sexy in pregnancy and motherhood Loving your post-partum body “Bridges” you can create if you are not quite ready to fully embrace your new post-partum body Exploring new ways of being intimate after birth Changing your narrative around how you have sex Changing the “sex menu”   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   An if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!   You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this third episode in the Nourish the Feminine podcast series with the amazing Julie Tenner we are chatting all about relationships, spark and desire… particularly in the peri-natal period.   In this episode I chat with @julietenner.love about: The importance of maintenance for our intimate relationships Why she is a big fan of scheduling in sexy time The importance of tuning into yourself and loving yourself first so that you can truly connect with your partner Importance of energy polarity in your relationship Importance of touch points with each other at the end of the day Julie's biggest struggles with herself and relationships after her first baby and the number one thing she did to change this up How you can both be a Mum and be sexy   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!   You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this second episode in the Nourish the Feminine podcast series with the amazing Julie Tenner we are chatting all about feeling unseen and undesirable in motherhood.   In this episode I chat with @julietenner.love about: The universal struggles that many mothers seem to experience after birth How important feeling seen and chosen is for the feminine being How stepping into your feminine attracts abundance, magnetism and flow Falling out of love with your partner Disconnecting from your body and not “feeling” enough Feeling like a slave to your life and your children Ignoring our body's needs and intuition The link between beauty and the feminine   I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!   An if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more!   You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 1 // Nourish the Feminine Series To kick off this first episode in the Nourish the Feminine podcast series with the amazing Julie Tenner we are chatting all about feminine energy. In this episode I chat with @julietenner.love about: What is feminine vs masculine energy? What other words or terms can be used to describe these different energies we all embody What nourishes the feminine energy? What depletes the feminine energy?  The power of stepping into your feminine energy I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!  And if you'd like to learn more about supporting yourself through pregnancy, labour, and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days, just visit thepregnancyposse.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode I share about a recent personal update with our personal childcare arrangement. The motherhood juggle is so real for me and recently I've had a taste of how light the mental load can be, so naturally I wanted to share this with every single mother I know!   Enjoy and let me know over @physiolaura what you took out of today's episode and if you have any follow up questions!    If you'd like to be supported by me throughout your entire pregnancy journey, you can connect with me over in my online pregnancy membership program The Pregnancy Posse. You can find out more at thepregnancyposse.com and trial the program for 7 days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode I share a beautiful podcast interview I did with the lovely Namita Mahanama on her podcast “Thrive with Whole-listic Healing Co”.   In this episode we chat about:   -My biggest challenges with 3 small children -Strategies for me to fill my cup up and how my perspective of this has changed over the years -What does a women's physio do and what can we help with? -Can pelvic floor exercises negatively impact your birth experience? -Best tips to deal with overwhelm  -How I juggle career, motherhood and life and working with my husband  -Abdominal separation, pelvic floor and so much more!   If you'd like to connect with me further or be supported throughout every week of your pregnancy, come and join me inside my online pregnancy membership program The Pregnancy Posse. You can trial the program for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does my husband think of our birth journeys?   Today on the podcast I'm sharing a beautiful chat that @sam.zieg.birthsweet had with my wonderful husband J.A for her podcast, Stories from the Birth Sweet.    Sam interviewed J.A to gain insight into what it was like to support me through our 3 pregnancies and births. This is such a fascinating chat because so often we only hear about these stories from the mothers perspective!   Enjoy!   If you'd like to connect with me further and be supported throughout your entire pregnancy, jump on over to my online pregnancy program The Pregnancy Posse. You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days by visiting thepregnancyposse.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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To kick off this fifth episode in the VBAC podcast series we are discussing how to find a supportive care provider when navigating a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC). In this episode I chat with Julie and Meagan from @thevbaclink about: Identifying “supportive” vs “tolerant” care providersQuestions to ask your care providerVBAC specific birth plansThe importance of collaboration and trust If you'd like to learn more about preparing yourself for labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days just visit thepregnancyposse.com. I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this fourth episode in the VBAC podcast series we are discussing uterine rupture risks with a vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC). In this episode I chat with Julie and Meagan from @thevbaclink about: Risk of uterine rupture with a VBAC and VBA2CHow a rupture might present and how they are usually detectedRisk of rupture with a repeat C-sectionRisk of rupture without a uterine scarRisk of rupture before labourRisks associated with repeat C-sectionPlacenta accreta If you'd like to learn more about preparing yourself for labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days just visit thepregnancyposse.com. I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this third episode in the VBAC podcast series we are pulling apart the research and discussing all the topics of big babies, inductions and going over-due and how they relate to vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC). In this episode I chat with Julie and Meagan from @thevbaclink about: Does having a “big baby” reduce your chance of VBAC?How accurate are ultrasounds at determining baby size?How to help women feel more empowered about birthing a larger babyAre inductions safe for a VBAC?What are the different methods for induction for VBAC?What does the evidence tell us about going “over-due”?What are the risks associated with going beyond 40 weeksDoes having a longer pregnancy affect your chance of a VBAC? If you'd like to learn more about preparing yourself for labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days just visit thepregnancyposse.com. I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this second episode in the VBAC podcast series we are pulling apart the research and evidence for VBAC births and helping you understand exactly what the facts say.  In this episode I chat with Julie and Meagan from @thevbaclink about: What exactly are your chances of having a successful VBAC?Understanding the birthing system and the importance of taking ownership of your birth preferencesWhat is the ideal time between pregnancies?What does the research say about pregnancy intervals for VBAC success? If you'd like to learn more about preparing yourself for labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days just visit thepregnancyposse.com. I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this first episode in the VBAC podcast series we are discussing the best ways to prepare yourself for a successful vaginal birth after caesarean (VBAC) In this episode I chat with Lauretta from @midwifelauretta about: How to choose a supportive care providerThe importance of choosing a care provider who shares the same values and goals that you haveWhy debriefing your previous birth is valuableUnderstanding the evidence, and that success rates are actually higher than you may thinkPlanning for all possibilities - having a VBAC and C-section birth planSurrounding yourself with positive and empowering stories If you'd like to learn more about preparing yourself for labour and birth, then I invite you to join me inside my online membership program The Pregnancy Posse. We have weekly workouts, labour and birth preparation, pelvic floor exercises and so much more! You can find out more and trial the program for 7 days just visit thepregnancyposse.com. I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To kick off this third and final episode in the Vagus Nerve podcast series we are discussing how the vagus nerve applies to the prenatal period. In this episode I chat with Carrie Rigoni from @drcarrierigoni about: How to prepare your vagus nerve for birthHow the vagus nerve explains why women respond differently to birth trauma, pregnancy stress and the post-partum periodHow the vagus nerve helps you to feel safe and this is why women need different environments to birth in, which is helpful in validating the different choices women will make around birthLaura shares a vulnerable journal entry about her recent parenting challenges and how this work is really pertinent in her life right now If you'd like to access Carrie's bonus vagal nerve adult questionnaire to work out how toned your vagus nerve is you can find this inside our members-only content inside the Pregnancy Posse! This is my online pregnancy membership program and you can find out more and trial the program for 7 days just visit thepregnancyposse.com. I'd love to know what you thought of this episode, jump over to @physiolaura and tell me what you learnt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.