The StrongLikeMum Podcast

Join host Shakira Akabusi as she talks with sex and relationship expert Annabelle knight about sex during the postpartum period and how our relationships might change as parents. 

Join Shakira Akabusi as she speaks with Jenna Macciochi immunologist, health coach, author and mum of twins. Ever wondered how stress, exercise, nutrition, work, sleep, relationships or other lifestyle changes can affect your health? Shakira and Jenna use this episode to discuss whole body health in early parenting and how your immune system may change during pregnancy.   Follow Jenna on instagram @dr_jenna_macciochi Follow Shakira on instagram @shakira.akabusi   

This week Shakira sits down with Jane Garnett (aka Banana Jane), Licenced Marriage and Family therapist to discuss Sex, Love and Relationships during parenthood. 

This week Shakira shares expert advice on how to return to running postpartum.  Tune in to this short but info-packed episode, full of top tips and advice on how to hit the road again after pregnancy.   Follow Shakira at @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com   Episode sponsored by Vitabiotics, WellBaby. visit www.wellbaby.com for more info!

This week Shakira talks with Maddy Weaver from Soul Sisters Fitness about the Misunderstanding around miscarriage. The hope with this conversation is to share, support and shatter the stereotype around miscarriage and it's affect on maternal mental health.   Follow Maddy @soulsistersfitness   Follow Shakira @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com

This week Shakira speaks with Vern Hill, founder of CariFit about how the language we surround ourselves with and how this can impact our physical health during and after pregnancy.   Follow Vern at @carifit or visit https://www.carifit.co.uk for more info on classes and online courses.    Follow Shakira @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com   Season 2 of this podcast is sponsored by Vitabiotics, WellBaby www.wellbaby.com 

This week Shakira discusses the reality of living with a mental health disorder highlighting various recovery methods and how to support a family member or close friend who may be experiencing similar. An honest account of a personal story.    follow Shakira on instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com    Season 2 of this podcast is sponsored by Vitabiotics, Wellbaby www.wellbaby.com 

Shakira talks with Dr Rebecca Moore, Perinatal Psychiatrist and founder of BirthBetter about overcoming a traumatic birth and how to plan for a positive next experience.   Follow Shakira @shakira.akabusi Follow Rebecca @drrebeccamoore  Podcast Sponsored by Vitabiotics, Wellbaby. www.wellbaby.com

Tune in to Shakira's fist solo episode, where she combines her professional expertise and personal experience to highlight key elements of postnatal core rehabilitation. Discussing topics such as Pelvic Floor dysfunction, Prolapse, Diastasis Recti, Core synergy and the power of the breath.    Follow Shakira at @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com   This podcast is sponsored by Vitabiotics, Wellbaby, www.wellbaby.com       

Join Shakira as she speaks with women's health physio Clare Bourne about postnatal rehabilitation, cesarean recovery and pelvic floor health. Talking about the connection of the core to the entire the body, as well as highlighting the best ways to reconnect your body and mind post birth.    Follow Shakira - @shakira.akabusi Follow Clare - @clarebournephysio   Sponsored by WellBaby, www.wellbaby.com 

This week Shakira talks with founder of The Positive Birth Company Siobhan, about the immediate postnatal period and how to enjoy a positive postpartum life. Discussing the journey to motherhood, postnatal hormones, relationship changes and overall physical and emotional wellbeing during the 4th trimester.   Follow Shakira @shakira.akabusi Follow Siobhan @thepositivebirthcompany Sponsored by Well Baby - www.wellbaby.com 

The first episode of season 2 of the StrongLikeMum podcast sees Shakira talking with Charlie Launder from @BumpsandBurpees discussing postnatal exercise and physical rehabilitation. Sharing all the up to date information on the immediate postnatal period.   Follow Shakira at @shakira.akabusi Follow Charlie at @bumpsandburpees   Sponsored by Wellbaby by Vitabiotics, visit www.wellbaby.com for more info.

This week, Shakira is joined by Clare Goodwin aka @thePCOSNutritionist where they discuss the journey of conception for those with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome. Including tips on how to identify symptoms, how diet can effect conception and what implications emotional stress can have on a weight loss programme.    Follow Shakira on instagram at @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com  Follow Clare onInstagram at @thepcosnutritionist or visit www.thepcosnutritionist.com   Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of The StrongLikeMum Podcast. Visit www.pregnacare.com      

Join Shakira and special guest Adam, aka @atdadstable as they discuss the best recipes for pre and postnatal women and their families. Get ready to feel inspired, encouraged and possibly hungry by the time you've finished this episode! Adam, is a chef, trained at Leiths School of Food and Wine in london and specialises in pre and postnatal recipes. This episode discusses nutrition during the trimesters and highlights the best foods to assist with a positive pregnancy and an efficient recovery postpartum!   Follow Shakira on Instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com  Follow Adam @atdadstable or visit https://atdadstable.com    Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum podcast. Visit www.pregnacare.co.uk 

On this weeks episode Shakira is joined by Alison Perry and Sarah Clarke discussing twin and multiple birth pregnancies. From the first trimester, to breaking the news to family and all the way through til birth! If you're expecting twins or more, this episode is for you. Funny relatable and still packed with top tips and info!   Follow Shakira on instagram @shakira.akabusi or check out www.stronglikemum.com   Follow Alison on instagram @iamalisonperry or visit www.notanothermummyblog.com   Follow Sarah on instagram @disasterofathirtysomething or visit https://disastersofathirtysomething.wordpress.com   Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum Podcast www.pregnacare.com   

This week Shakira is joined by Marie-Louise aka @the_modern_midwife, as they discuss the most frequently asked questions during pregnancy and the immediate postnatal period. Pregnancy is an exciting time, however it can also feel overwhelming and no day will necessarily feel the same. This episode of the StrongLikeMum podcast aims to support women from the first trimester through to early parenthood, answering questions and suggesting tools to cope with certain challenges women may face. Marie is a practicing NHS midwife, Author of the Modern Midwifes Guide and creator of the Modern Midwife Online antenatal courses. Marie is also a social influencer, speaker and blogger. Shakira is founder of the StrongLikeMum campaign, a pre and postnatal fitness expert, writer, speaker and mother of 2, soon to be 4! Follow Shakira on instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com Follow Marie-Louise on instagram @the_modern_midwife or visit https://themodernmidwife.com Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum Podcast www.pregnacare.com 

In this episode Shakira is joined by Jess Jones aka @thefatfunnyone to discuss overcoming a fear of childbirth and embracing any physical changes postpartum. Despite being diagnosed with Tokophobia (an irrational fear of pregnancy and childbirth) during her first pregnancy, Jess is now a mother of three and shares her inspirational journey of overcoming this anxiety and becoming a mum! As a body confidence activist Jess also gives an insight into how she dealt with negative comments about her figure and why becoming a mum helped her feel empowered to embrace her body and truly discover self-love and self-acceptance. Follow Shakira on Instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com  Follow jess on Instagram @thefatfunnyone Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum Podcast www.pregnacare.com 

This week Shakira is joined by Eve Torres Gracie, founder of the Women Empowered Self-defence Programme at Gracie JuJitsu, former WWE champion and mother of two. Talking about how best to defend yourself and your children during and after pregnancy. Get ready to feel inspired and empowered!  Discussing how to best defend your children or growing bump, as well as sharing tips on how to stay alert when also needing to focus on your family. Plus this episode details ways in which to teach your children how to defend themselves with tips straight from the Gracie Bully-Proof Programme.  You can follow Shakira on instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com Follow Eve on instagram @evetorresgracie or visit www.gracieuniversity.com  Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum Podcast www.pregnacare.com 

This week Shakira is joined by NHS GP and This Morning TV health expert, Dr Sara Kayat.  Shattering stereotypes around pre and postnatal health and busting those medical myths that still seem to circulate pregnancy and the immediate postnatal period.   Follow Shakira on instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com Follow Dr Sara on instagram @drsarakayat Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum Podcast. www.pregnacare.com

This week Shakira is joined by Charlie Barker, founder of Bumps and Burpees to share their knowledge and expertise, discussing up to date facts about exercise during pregnancy. Ever wondered what's a myth and what's fact when it comes to how you should exercise safely during each trimester? Tune in and find the answer to all your frequently asked questions and feel free to connect with Shakira and Charlie over their social platforms to know more.    You can follow Shakira on Instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com You can follow Charlie on Instagram @bumpsandburpees or visit www.bumpsandburpees.com   Pregnacare, the pregnancy supplement brand, is proud to sponsor the first series of the StrongLikeMum Podcast. www.pregnacare.com

Join Shakira Akabusi for the first episode of the StrongLikeMum podcast! This week Shakira speaks with hypnotherapist Chloe Brotheridge, author of The Anxiety Solution and Brave New Girl. Discussing techniques to help reduce anxiety and stress during pregnancy and parenthood. Opening up the conversation around how you can build confidence and calm during challenging times. Understanding how the connection between physical and mental wellbeing plays a huge part in relieving anxiety and sharing ways that you can manage of your own mental health when you're pressed for time.   You can follow Shakira on Instagram @shakira.akabusi or visit www.stronglikemum.com Podcast supported by Vitabiotics, www.pregnacare.com