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You're not alone on this journey, be it trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum or wanting to relate to your own children who are now giving birth we have got a story for you. Your host Jordyn talks to Kiwi families about their experiences and brings us all together as a community, let's laugh, cry and celebrate together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to The healthy Diabetic Podcast, each week I talk about how to navigate the complexities of diabetes. I interview doctors, Endo's, dietitians, CDE's, technology leaders, caregivers, and of course anybody who is affected by diabetes. This show is for you if you're looking for safe, educational, and engaging conversations. I promise to brighten your day, and you'll be sure to leave educated, supported, and guided on your way to a healthier and happier life with diabetes. Remember, your ...
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Mother Baby Daddy Podcast

Host: Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire

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Welcome to the Mother Baby Daddy Podcast, where we explore the joys and challenges of parenting from the perspectives of both mothers and fathers. Join our host, Dr. Tonya Breaux-Shropshire, as she offers tips and advice on everything from pregnancy and childbirth to child development and family dynamics. Whether you're a new parent or a seasoned pro, this podcast is sure to provide valuable insights and a dose of humor to help you navigate the journey of raising a child. Tune in every week ...
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Whether you are pregnant and looking for inspirational birth stories through your pregnancy, trying to conceive, breastfeeding, or postpartum; if you're a first time mom or a veteran parent of multiple children, you can learn, laugh and maybe even cry a little at these moving childbirth stories from those willing to share one of the most intimate moments of their lives.
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No nagging and no lecturing! Just good information about what's new for people with type 2 diabetes. A lot has changed; there are new tools and even new ways of thinking about diabetes. We're sharing quick facts and bringing you interviews with tech companies, advocates, and fascinating people living with type 2. Host Stacey Simms has been called “A diabetes podcast pioneer” by Healthline. You’ll get actionable info that will help you thrive!
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Type 1 on 1 is a podcast that delves into the obscure, complex and challenging world of life with type 1 diabetes. Writer and broadcaster Jen Grieves, who was diagnosed at the age of 8, talks to compelling guests about their experiences of living with type 1 diabetes and how it’s shaped them - showing that there is no ‘normal’ when it comes to handling this complex and often misunderstood chronic condition.
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Hey pregnant mama! Feeling overwhelmed by an avalanche of advice? Wish someone would spell out your options, and not just the routine ones? You're not alone. I am SO excited to bring you The Empowered Pregnancy Podcast, your shortcut to evidence-based info, minus the fluff. On my show, we question the status quo, nerd-out on some research, and keep it REAL with the unfiltered truth. Oh ya, and we’re hella productive. I'm talking about that mile-long pregnancy to-do list….you know, the one wi ...
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Mental Note

Mental Note

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Meet Mental Note – a podcast highlighting both the work and the beauty of mental health recovery. Stories will span a variety of mental illness struggles from eating disorders to depression, OCD and Bipolar. We will introduce you to relatable personalities, and dive deep into how they choose health amidst daunting illnesses. At the end of it all, we will provide hope that recovery is possible—and worth it.
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Lauren Bongiorno is a Nationally Board Certified Health Coach and the founder and CEO of Risely Health. Featured on the TODAY show and other media outlets, Risely helps people and families impacted by Type 1 Diabetes take ownership over their health so they can transform their life with more freedom and confidence. Lauren has lived with type 1 diabetes since she was 7 years old and has experienced firsthand that when health transforms, so does everything else - our relationships, our time, o ...
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A platform for women to share their experiences with pregnancy and birth without feeling shy about the detail Become a supporter at https://plus.acast.com/s/irelands-birth-stories. https://plus.acast.com/s/irelands-birth-stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Birth is amazing, beautiful, wonderful . . . and it can throw you for a loop! Despite our very best birth “plans,” we can find ourselves taking some twist and turns during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum that we don’t expect. Enter the Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy Podcast! Hey mama! My name is Stephanie, and I’m a mom of three boys, a professional doula, childbirth educator, and the creator of the Online Birth Course - My Essential Birth www.myessentialbirth.com. I love to help mothers just ...
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Beth Connors is a certified nurse midwife, birth doula, childbirth educator, and girl mom. Every week, Your Birth Bestie, shares practical pregnancy tips, personal birth stories, and dives deep into informed and empowering maternity care to help you have the best labor and delivery experience. Tune in for expert insights and trusted support through every stage of pregnancy, birth, and parenthood! Get answers to all your pregnancy questions including: What pregnancy and labor interventions ar ...
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The Metabolic Link

Dr. Dominic D'Agostino PhD, Dr. Angela Poff PhD, and Victoria Field

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Welcome to The Metabolic Link, a medical and science podcast that explores the common thread of metabolism in health and disease. Join Dr. Dominic D'Agostino PhD, Dr. Angela Poff PhD, and Victoria Field as they dive into the latest research on metabolic health and therapy alongside some of the world’s leading experts. They'll also discuss how this science is being applied in the real world. This is where science meets society.
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Many women desire to reconnect with their body and natural instincts through the entire perinatal period, including natural birth. Unfortunately, the American culture (and most mainstream cultures) do not teach young women about any natural ways to care for their bodies and, in fact, teach that the body and childbirth cannot be trusted. In this podcast by Rachel Mans, Doula and The NaturalBirth Site, co-hosted by Tiffany Muniz, we explore all aspects of natural, physiological birth, as well ...
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Wander and be enlightened by the endlessly fascinating inner universe that is the human body. We speak with experts, Nobel laureates, cancer survivors and healthcare workers who share their unique perspectives on wellness and living and the latest medical research.
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The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast is brought to you by Parents You’ve Got This. Parenting can be overwhelming but it doesn’t have to be. The Expert Guide to Parenthood podcast is designed to help you prepare for pregnancy, birth, baby and parenthood. Each week Christy Hopwood and Freya Owen interview leading experts who share the essential information you need to know for each stage of the parenting journey. With this podcast you’ll feel you’ve got this parenting gig.
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Those that don’t have time for wellness will eventually have to make time for illness. My name is Dr. Jaime Seeman, a board certified Obstetrician-Gynecologist with a background in Nutrition, Exercise and Health Science. I am also a current Fellow in Integrative Medicine and a Board Certified Ketogenic Nutrition Specialist. I am a wife and a mom to three little girls. I have a passion for preventative medicine. As a former college athlete I got away with poor nutrition most of my life, until ...
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Preggy Pidgin-Podcast

Safe Pregnancy Africa Podcast

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A platform run by a midwife that is aimed at teaching women of the African descent about pregnancy, childbirth and puerperium in pidgin English and (English). And, contribute a quota in ensuring an alive mother and baby at delivery. Email: emmanuellainah@gmail.com
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A Podcast of Mothers' stories of childbirth. Weekly interviews with mothers giving their first hand accounts of child birth in Australia. Designed to help educate and inform first time pregnant women, parents wanting to have better subsequent births and birth enthusiasts who love to hear and tell birth stories. An entertaining and heartfelt resource for pregnancy, labour and delivery and postpartum.
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Nourish Bump and Beyond

Dr Anika Rouf and Michelle Brown

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Nourish Bump and Beyond is a podcast dedicated to providing essential insights and practical guidance on the vital role of nutrition in preconception, fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Hosted by Dr Anika Rouf and Michelle Brown, this podcast dives into the science, research, and real-life experiences to empower individuals and couples on their journey towards parenthood and beyond. Each episode explores various aspects of nutrition, focusing on how specific foods and dietary choices can ...
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Editors at The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology, in conversation with the journal’s authors, explore their latest research and its impact on people’s health, healthcare, and health policy. A monthly audio companion to the journal, this podcast covers a broad range of topics, from thyroid cancer to childhood obesity, the mechanisms of ageing to erectile dysfunction, and more.
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Full Plate is a podcast about healing from diet culture, creating peace with food, reclaiming body autonomy and trust, and taking a weight-inclusive approach to our well-being. Each week, Abbie interviews guests or answers listener questions that explore our relationship to food and our bodies. Abbie is an anti-diet nutritionist with a master’s in nutrition and integrative health. She is also the founder and owner of Abbie Attwood Wellness, a virtual private practice dedicated to weight-incl ...
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Want to cut the fluff and get to the real and raw conversations around diabetes management? Welcome to Keeping it 100 Radio: Uncensored Diabetes Conversations. Type one diabetes is HARD. Join Lissie Poyner, Certified Health Coach, Personal Trainer and NLP Practitioner for T1D’s like you. This podcast is your container for Lissie’s best trainings, lessons and conversations so you can create more predictability in your diabetes management and feel empowered while doing it. Let’s dive in.
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Birth Boot Camp Podcast

Hollie, Cheryl, Liana & Megan

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Welcome to the Birth Boot Camp® Podcast, where every birth story is a celebration waiting to be shared, every family journey is honored, and every listener finds inspiration and support. Are you eagerly anticipating the arrival of a new baby? Or perhaps you're a doula or childbirth educator, seeking new insights and perspectives to enrich your practice? Maybe you're simply curious about the miraculous journey of pregnancy and birth? Whatever your reason for tuning in, you've found your commu ...
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The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women, by women. To be empowered in health starts with a true connection with your body. Join Valerie Agyeman, Women’s Health Dietitian as she breaks through topics surrounding periods, women’s nutrition, body awareness, and self-care.
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Learning To Mom ™ Pregnancy and Birth Podcast for First Time Moms, New Moms and Expecting Mothers

Laila | The best pregnancy podcast for first time moms! If you're looking for a natural pregnancy podcast, birth podcast, podcast about birth, podcast about pregnancy, motherhood podcast, new mom podcast, entertaining pregnancy podcast, fun birth podcast

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The best podcast on pregnancy and birth where first time moms, expecting mothers and new moms are informed and empowered WITHOUT feeling overwhelmed. Join Laila on the Learning To Mom ™ Podcast each week as she asks amazing guests in the field of prenatal health the answers to our gazillion first time mom questions: - What does a contraction feel like? - What's the difference between a doula and a midwife? - What questions should I ask my OBGYN in my prenatal appointments? - How should I pre ...
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Glucose Riot

Erin Phillips & Kelly Six

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Glucose Riot features stories about people living joyful and peaceful lives with diabetes without restrictive eating. Hosted by two dietitians and diabetes educators, Erin Phillips, MPH, RD, CDCES and Kelly Six, MS, RDN, CDCES. Our philosophy is that there's no magical *One Right Way* to manage diabetes, and there are a lot of different experiences when it comes to living with diabetes (surprise! we are human and show up in lots of different ways!). We are not here to prescribe or push a par ...
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Healthy Pregnancy, Healthy Baby is a series of short videos that provide women with the information they need to have healthy pregnancies. Hosted by Siobhan Dolan, OB/GYN, MPH, these videos focus on a variety of issues affecting new moms and moms-to-be. The videos feature real pregnant women and moms with their newborns, all sharing their pregnancy and new-mom experiences. Topics include: healthy eating, folic acid, prenatal care, postpartum issues, newborn care and more.
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Join Alejandra Carrasco, M.D. and Christine Maren, D.O., founders of Hey Mami, as they interview some of the top experts about all things Mamihood: preconception, pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood! They're here to support you on your journey and help make sense of both modern medicine and holistic wellness. *Please note that the information provided in this episode is for educational purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your medical provider.
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The Australian Prescriber podcast provides a regular dive into some of the many great articles that Australian Prescriber publishes every two months. In each episode, our host will chat with one of the authors from a recent issue of Australian Prescriber.
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Fertility Friendly Food

The Dietologist @the_dietologist

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Fertility Friendly Food by The Dietologist brings you scientific facts about nutrition for fertility, reproductive health & pregnancy - snack-sized solo episodes with founder & fertility dietitian, Stefanie Valakas APD, special guest episodes with team dietitians of The Dietologist and other health care providers and your unique fertility stories - tune in each week to learn, grow and be inspired on your path to parenthood.More free fertility nutrition info: https://www.instagram.com/the_die ...
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A pan-Canadian learner-generated internal medicine podcast. The Intern at Work is written by residents for residents, and is meant to serve you better on the wards and on call. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational use only and is not intended as the sole resource for clinical management. All scripts are original scripts. Podcasts produced out of Canada and may contain Canadian specific guidelines. Created by: Alison Lai Executive Producers: Laiya Carayannopoulos, Zahra Merali
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FearfullymadeFIT Podcast, hosted by Kierston Mills, educates and empowers listeners through interviews with guest speakers on topics related to current evidence-based topics in fitness, nutrition, mindset, and spirituality.
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Vitamin & Me

Jessica Houston

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Jessica Houston is an award winning, Johns Hopkins-trained nutritionist, creator of EatClean30 and founder of Vitamin & Me. She is deconstructing the health space and bringing you access and clear guidance straight from the world's leading experts on strategies to increase healthspan, mental and physical wellbeing through a deeper understanding of nutrition, fitness and wellness. On this podcast, we take you behind the scenes with top global health leaders so you can learn what proper nutrit ...
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Hi! I'm Dr. Christina Pinnock, a Maternal Fetal Medicine Specialist/Perinatologist passionate about helping you to prepare for, thrive in and recover from pregnancy by sharing with you evidence based information about pregnancy and answers to your everyday questions.
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This is the Real Birth Podcast: a safe, welcoming platform to share birth stories. I'm Lucy Hill, a doula, mother, wife and total birth nerd living in Frome, Somerset in the UK. When I was pregnant, one of my favourite things to do was to listen to birth stories. During this time I read and listened to literally hundreds and hundreds of birth experiences shared by all kinds of parents, having all kinds of births. I quickly became obsessed with the narrative of birth and the power of storytel ...
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On today’s episode, Dawn Adams, PhD researcher, midwife, and mama of 4 from Ireland, is here to talk about pregnancy and menopause with type one diabetes. After originally being told she would likely never have children nor live a long healthy life, Dawn is passionate about helping T1D women thrive in pregnancy and menopause. This educational conve…
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When Floyd Shivambu announced on Thursday that he was leaving his post as deputy leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters to join the uMkhonto Wesizwe Party, many analysts described the move as the biggest shake-up in the Red Berets' camp since their launch 11 years ago. Accepting his resignation, EFF leader Julius Malema said Shivambu's departure w…
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Diabetes is an escalating public health crisis in South Africa. This is according to the outcomes of the 2023 Diabetes Summit Report which has found that Diabetes-related mortality is on the rise in South Africa, and the management of the condition remains suboptimal, even within the private healthcare sector. Experts say despite the high burden on…
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In today's episode, I sat down with T1D and comedian Chelcie Rice. Chelcie was diagnosed in 1985 and lives in Pensacola Florida. We talked about his 40 years of T1D and how he's overcome complications with retinopathy. We also discussed his comic career and managing Diabetes no the road and on stage. Simplifying Life With Diabetes - Coaching Resour…
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Scientists, THIS WEEK, discovered a reservoir of liquid water on Mars. The findings come from a new analysis of data from Nasa's Mars Insight Lander, which touched down on the planet back in 2018. While there is water frozen at the Martian poles and evidence of vapour in the atmosphere, this is the first time liquid water has been found on the plan…
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The Springboks are just a few hours before they battle against Australia in their second Rugby Championship match. Coach Rassie Erasmus has defended his decision to make 10 changes to the starting line up. The Boks are looking to build on their comprehensive 33-7 victory in Brisbane last weekend in their rematch against the Wallabies at the Optus S…
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Zimbabwe is TODAY hosting the 44th SADeC heads of states and government summit in the capital, Harare. Some civic society organisations meeting in Harare ahead of the summit have called for the revival of the SADeC tribunal or formation of a new entity which would be mandated to hold member countries accountable for their actions.…
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ANC chairperson in Johannesburg and Finance MMC Dada Morero has been elected as the Executive Mayor of Johannesburg during a special council meeting last night. Morero who was up against the DA's caucus leader, Belinda Kayser-Echeozonjoku received an overwhelming 189 votes while Kayser-Echeozonjoke received 60 votes. Five parties, the ANC, EFF, PA,…
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Anti-Financial Crime Experts say Generative AI technology has spawned increasingly sophisticated methods of deception, with deep fake technology emerging as a significant threat in South Africa. Criminals are creating more advanced versions of impersonation fraud using AI-generated video and voice. They say they are so convincing that businesses ha…
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A more severe variant of the mpox virus is spreading fast, already causing hundreds of deaths in Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared a public health emergency of international concern. We have vaccines against mpox, so what aren't we doing to slow the spread? Also, Australia is compared to other English-speaking countries and i…
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People with knee osteoarthritis are undergoing unnecessary tests and procedures, when exercise is often the best treatment. New clinical care standards have been released, putting the emphasis on non-surgical treatments for pain relief and mobility. Guest Dr Christopher Vertullo, orthopaedic knee surgeon and an Adjunct Professor at Griffith Univers…
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A majority of the world's population lives in cities. Our urban environments have changed rapidly, and a very different to the environments humans evolved in. This could mean we're not being exposed to the same diversity of 'good' microbes, that keep us balanced and healthy. Guest Dr Jessica Stanhope, epidemiologist at the University of Adelaide Ka…
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While humans and pathogens have waged war for millennia, even dangerous pathogens can be engineered to be helpful in the right hands. What are the qualities that make a microbe or virus so successful, and how can we harness them for good? Guest Jacinta Bowler, science reporter Associate Professor Joanne Macdonald, University of the Sunshine Coast R…
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Nutrient deficiencies, often detected through bloodwork, can lead to symptoms like fatigue, hair loss, and headaches, stemming from causes like GI disorders, pregnancy demands, or a poor diet! — Today, I am sharing 7 common signs of a nutrient deficiency and how to address them. LISTEN UP, girlfriend! The Flourish Heights Podcast was made for women…
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It’s In the News! A look at the top diabetes stories and headlines happening now. Top stories this week: A weekly basal plus semaglutide is in the works, but not for the US right now, Tandem updates it's app recall, liver targeted insulin study, a weird walking story, and Lance Bass educates about LADA. Find out more about Moms' Night Out Please vi…
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As a parent, you would worry if your child complains of pain or other problems related to urination. You’d also be anxious if there appears to be abnormal development of their genital organs. Consultant urologist Dr George Lee shares his expertise as we dive into common children’s genital and urinary conditions. Image credit: Shutterstock…
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If you or your loved one needs substantial medical treatment, such as bypass surgery, cancer therapy or IVF treatment, you could be looking at medical bills that could range from tens of thousands of ringgit, or several hundred thousand, if you’re paying out-of-pocket. These conversations are becoming increasingly common in middle-income households…
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Links: This episode is sponsored by Baby Tula baby carriers. You can use the code BIRTHHOUR at BabyTula.com and BabyTula.Co.UK. Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon!By Bryn Huntpalmer
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This week's audio offering is a solo episode from yours truly, in which I reflect on some of the mindset tools I've gathered up and honed on the long road that is living with type 1 diabetes. These skills are things I draw on regularly to help me navigate all the weird and wild situations I find myself in thanks to this tricksy chronic illness, on …
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Join Cheryl and Liana for a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation about birth plans and the impact they can have on your childbirth journey. They'll share why a birth plan is more than just a checklist—it's a way to communicate your hopes and preferences, so you feel truly supported throughout the process. In this episode, you'll hear about the…
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In this episode, Michelle and Anika discuss the benefits and barriers of breastfeeding. They share their own trials and triumphs and discuss factors that contributed to their positive breastfeeding journeys. Connect with us on Instagram @appetitebyanika @foodforfertility_ Support our podcast If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a review on …
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Do you know how well your brain works? How would you know if your brain function is declining? On this episode of Brain Waves, we’ll be exploring those questions and the role of neurocognitive tests, and thus what can be done to keep our brains sharp. Joining us are neurogeneticist Dr Azlina Ahmad Annuar and Dr Reuben N. Robbins, Associate Professo…
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In this episode, Lauren and Coach Neil chat about his preparation for his second full marathon with the Beyond Type 1 Team. They discuss listener questions about hydration, nutrition, blood sugar management, carbohydrate intake, preventing foot ulcers, and insulin pump settings during training and on race day. This episode gives you the pep talk an…
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More than a billion people around the world suffer from mental and neurological disorders, and the numbers are escalating rapidly. Current treatments often fail to provide relief, resulting in many patients struggling with persistent symptoms and resistance to available therapies. In this episode, we’re sharing a full presentation by world-renowned…
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How do you live your best life if you’re recovering from an injury, managing a chronic condition, or adapting to a disability? This is where an occupational therapist can provide support by helping you to regain, develop, or maintain the skills needed for daily activities. On this episode of Humans of Healthcare, we dive into all the different area…
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Links: Mountain Meadow Herbs - use code BIRTHHOUR for 10% off and free shipping on your first order! Know Your Options Online Childbirth Course - use code 100OFF for $100 off Beyond the First Latch Course (comes free with KYO course) Support The Birth Hour via Patreon! (Listen to the Partner Podcast collection here as well at the co-producer level!…
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Today's birth story is a little bit different. Erika shares two very different birth experiences. She shares the trauma she experienced and had to process from her first birth, and how redemptive her next birth was. She does an excellent job of pointing out what did not go how she hoped and what needed to change for her next experience. Her stories…
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In today's episode, I sat down with Adam Imer, a T1D and professional field hockey athlete. Adam and I talked about his diagnosis story and how he's overcome multiple challenges during his transition from junior high to the professional level of field hockey. We also discussed his career and how he manages his Diabetes with a rigorous practice, gam…
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This week on The Expert Guide to Parenthood Podcast we welcome the CEO of Red Nose Keren Ludski to talk to us about SIDS and what to do if the unthinkable happens. If you or someone you know sadly loses a baby or child, Red Nose is there to offer support and help. In this week's episode you will hear about the incredible services Red Nose offer and…
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It’s not uncommon for pregnant women to hear that there are many things they can’t do during their pregnancy, including some types of exercises. But not all workouts are built the same, and exercising can be good to the mother both during pregnancy and after. Here to help us understand how to exercise safely during pregnancy is sports and exercise …
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You cannot cause diabetes by eating sugar and carbs. And if that sounds wild to you, please tune in. Because today we're debunking common myths about diabetes to give you a deeper understanding of this condition, its connection to disordered eating, how to spot misinformation about nutrition for diabetes management, and ways to care for yourself wi…
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Postpartum and Birth Boundaries: What Boundaries to Set, How to Set Them, and Why You Need them! Today's episode on postpartum and labor boundaries covers: Why do we need to set boundaries for postpartum and labor? What are boundaries first time moms may want to set? Why do women not set boundaries? How to express / how to give a boundary? In laws …
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In today’s episode, Tanya takes us through her four birth experiences. Her first two babies are now teenagers and her second two are very little, so she speaks from the perspective of a mother in her 20s and her 40s and comments on how the maternity system has changed over the years to ultimately become more risk-averse. She conceived via IVF for h…
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The ministry of cooperative governance & traditional affairs (Cogta) has called for public comment on the municipal structures' amendment bill which seeks to give guidelines on how municipalities are governed. The Bill was introduced to deal with the instability and dysfunction that has been associated with local coalitions, and specifically in sev…
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South Africa has one of the highest rates of teenage pregnancy globally, with nearly one in four girls falling pregnant before turning 20 years old. This is according to data provided by the World Health Organization. Meanwhile, figures released by the department of health show that more than 2 700 girls, aged between 10 and 14, are now mothers aft…
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Botswana's recent ban on South African fruit and vegetable imports, including citrus, has drawn criticism from the Agricultural Business Chamber of SA (Agbiz). Agbiz warns that the restrictions not only disrupt trade, affecting less than 0.5% of SA's citrus exports but also strain political and economic ties between the two nations. Botswana has an…
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The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Mosa Chabane, has welcomed the preliminary investigation into the citizenship status of Miss SA contestant, Chidimma Adetshina. However, he has voiced concerns that the update raises more questions than answers and has called on the department to finalize its investigation. This comes afte…
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We all have completely different genetic makeups, fitness goals, workouts, lifestyles, and metabolisms. All this influences how we should be eating. Even the healthiest foods can have varying effects on different people, depending on their genetic differences. While packed with healthy benefits, garlic, for example, is a food that affects different…
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Over the past few decades, the role of women has evolved significantly. More women are entering the workforce and often becoming the primary breadwinners. In addition to managing family and caregiving duties, many women also shoulder the financial responsibilities necessary to support themselves, their families and their households. In a world wher…
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President Cyril Ramaphosa says over one-point-five-million women have experienced physical or sexual violence in the space of a year in South Africa. The President has cited a survey completed by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), conducted in 2022, but the detailed results of which have not yet been released. Ramaphosa also says the surve…
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The Umkhonto Wesizwe Party has denied reports claiming it expelled 18 of its Members of Parliament. The party says these members were informed on the swearing-in day, on 25 June 2024, that they were being replaced as MPs. They were advised not to participate in the swearing-in, or if they chose to attend, the party will proceed with the understandi…
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We are into the final two days of the Olympic Games in Paris. Team South Africa have won five medals, after a fantastic silver in the men's 4-by-100 relay last night. Akani Simbine has an Olympic medal, finally, after he ran a blistering final leg to bring the team up in a close contest. To look back at the race, and at the Olympics in general, Bon…
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Authorities in Victoria believe they've found the source of a Legionnaires' outbreak in Melbourne that has killed two people. What do we know about the disease, and what needs to be done to avoid outbreaks? References Outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in metropolitan Melbourne Dispersion of Legionella bacteria in atmosphere: A practical source loca…
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There has been a heated – and at times harmful discussion about presumed sex differences in athletes competing at the Olympic Games. While unfounded, accusations against two female boxers have reignited a discussion that has been going on for over a century about who gets to compete, and against whom. We take a look at the evidence and explain why …
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