Best Pinter & Martin Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Why Mixed Feeding Matters 32:44

12M ago32:44

32:44

Megan and Frances interview Karen about her new book, Why Mixed Feeding Matters, published by Pinter & Martin in September 2023. The book is packed with useful information for different approaches to feeding your baby, including breastfeeding, expressing and using formula - and crucially covers how to manage using more than one method of feeding. W…

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How partners and grandmothers support breastfeeding 33:57

1y ago33:57

33:57

Naomi Stadlen books: Why Grandmothers Matter, and What Mothers Do (Especially when it looks like nothing) Papers: Srisopa, P., Walsh, S., Amoo, T., Gyamfi, A., Henderson, W. A., & Lucas, R. (2022). Relationship Between Feeders and Exclusive Breastfeeding and Mixed Feeding During the First Month of Life. Advances in neonatal care : official journal …

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Myths & Misconceptions 3 36:32

1y ago36:32

36:32

First steps nutrition website https://www.firststepsnutrition.org/ Tim Spector https://tim-spector.co.uk/ Emma Pickett’s book Breastfeeding Older Children Chris van Tulleken’s book - Ultraprocessed people: why do we all eat stuff that isn’t food… and why can’t we stop Kimberley Wilson book? - Unprocessed: how the food we eat is fueling the mental h…

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Mastitis 33:42

1+ y ago33:42

33:42

Karen, Frances and Megan discuss the new ABM Mastitis Protocol. This is the protocol: https://www.bfmed.org/assets/ABM%20Protocol%20%2336.pdf https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27820535/ (Cabbage leaves) https://cks.nice.org.uk/topics/mastitis-breast-abscess/ https://sarahoakleylactation.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/mastitis-1.pdf…

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Breastfeeding Twins 54:15

1+ y ago54:15

54:15

Featuring Kathryn Stagg IBCLC, author of Breastfeeding Twins and Triplets https://www.aims.org.uk/journal/index/29/4 https://www.basisonline.org.uk/twins/ https://twinstrust.org/ https://breastfeedingtwinsandtriplets.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/BfTwinsUk https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/ng137 https://www.aims.org.uk/journal/item/youre-expecting…

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Looking at Research 54:53

1+ y ago54:53

54:53

Brown, A. (2019) Informed is best. London: Pinter & Martin https://pinterandmartin.com/informed-is-best Maxwell, C et al (2022) ‘Why have a bottle when you can have draught? Exploring bottle refusal by breastfed babies’ Matern Child Nutr. 2023;e13481. DOI: 10.1111/mcn.13481 Available from: https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1111/mcn.13481 …

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Mixed Feeding 38:25

1+ y ago38:25

38:25

Basisonline, a website run by the University of Durham sleep lab containing evidence-based research on babies sleep - https://www.basisonline.org.uk/ The evidence on the effect of how a baby is fed and sleep - https://www.basisonline.org.uk/hcp-sleep-and-feeding-method/ Paced bottle feeding video: https://www.emmapickettbreastfeedingsupport.com/twi…

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Grilled - Conversations about Food 1:04:24

1+ y ago1:04:24

1:04:24

In this episode, Karen indulges in chat about food, cooking and recipe books. Here are some of the recipes she and Nick share: Dimlama: https://thefoodhog.com/dimlama-recipe/ Arroz chaufa: https://whiskitrealgud.com/peruvian-fried-rice-arroz-chaufa-6/ Ethiopian lentil stew: https://www.africanbites.com/ethiopian-lentil-stew/ Lebanese meatballs: htt…

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An Independent Midwife's Perspective 44:01

1+ y ago44:01

44:01

Jane interviews independent midwife Elena Paparello about her perspective on working during the Covid 19 pandemic.By Pinter and Martin Radio

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Warm Hug - Raising disabled children 44:24

1+ y ago44:24

44:24

In this episode, Karen chats with Genevieve, Lauren, Victoria and Rina, who are all mothers of disabled or SEN children, and makers of the Fking Normal Podcast. You can find them and all their social media presence at https://www.fkingnormalpodcast.com/By The Second Shift

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The Milky Way - Perspectives on Breastfeeding 1:02:24

1+ y ago1:02:24

1:02:24

Karen chats with Art Historian Joanna Wolfarth about her new book Milk, and then to Philosopher Fiona Woollard, about whether breastfeeding is a right or a duty, and how parents make decisions. https://www.soas.ac.uk/about/joanna-wolfarth https://www.southampton.ac.uk/people/5x7vz5/professor-fiona-woollard…

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Bonus Breastival Edition: Preparing for your new baby 1:28:36

1+ y ago1:28:36

1:28:36

Megan, Frances and Karen present a live talk at Breastival NI, entitled "Preparing for your new baby." Lots of tips and useful information for you if you're just getting started in parenthood!By The Breastfeeding Show

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Avalanche - Researching aspects of becoming a parent 56:28

2y ago56:28

56:28

Exploring the life of academics who are also mothers, or mothers who are also academics, researching aspects of motherhood. El mentions https://www.srip.org/ for PhD students and early career researchers.By The Second Shift

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Stepping Stones - coping with the loss of a baby 52:29

2y ago52:29

52:29

Karen talks with Lyanne Nicholl, author of Your Postnatal Body; and Bex and Laura the creators of The Worst Girl Gang Ever podcast. This is a dark and difficult subject, but there are so many positive things going on that can be helpful in the period after losing a baby.By The Second Shift

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A Postcard from Germany 1:10:26

2y ago1:10:26

1:10:26

A travelogue of our summer trip around Germany, with lots of recommendations and tips, and a bit where Pete is outraged at the accusation of snoring.By The Second Shift

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Birth Activists' Perspectives 45:17

2y ago45:17

45:17

Jane interviews Francesca Treadaway, Engagement Director of Birthrights; and Jo Entwhistle, doula and mother of five, about their perspectives on maternity services during the pandemic.By Pinter and Martin Radio

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Unintended - The right to abortion care 1:09:24

2y ago1:09:24

1:09:24

This episode has been simmering for a few weeks, post Roe v Wade being trashed in the US; but in some ways it's been simmering for 20 years. I feel very strongly indeed that this subject should be spoken about without shame, and I've tried to do that here. I'm in conversation with Dr Fiona Bloomer of Ulster University, and Katherine O'Brien of BPAS…

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The White Stuff - equity and diversity in breastfeeding support 1:32:26

2y ago1:32:26

1:32:26

In this episode, Karen starts by hearing from Zurina Ali and Debbie Barnett about milk banking, milk sharing, and the challenges this poses to families in the Muslim community. Then has a conversation with Louise Oliver about further questions of equity, diversity and inclusion when it comes to supporting families to feed their babies.…

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Education Implosion - the impact of school closures on children 1:00:25

2y ago1:00:25

1:00:25

What did you do in the pandemic to protect the NHS, and was it worth the cost? Karen talks to teachers and researchers about the impact of lockdowns and school closures on children, over the last two years. Some of Emily and Michaela's research can be found here: https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0264023 https://jour…

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Birthers' Perspectives 51:54

2y ago51:54

51:54

Jane chats to women who gave birth during the pandemic, to find out about their experiences.By Pinter and Martin Radio

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Autism and Motherhood 1:17:25

2+ y ago1:17:25

1:17:25

Karen chats with researcher Dr Aimee Grant who has recently been looking into the experiences that autistic mothers have of feeding their babies, and then goes on to talk to antenatal teacher and autistic mother Ruth Jenks, who volunteers for the organisation Autistic Parents UK. Great blog about Dr Aimee Grant's research: https://autisticuk.org/au…

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Myths and Misconceptions Part 2 28:42

2+ y ago28:42

28:42

Megan, Karen and Frances explore questions around what affects the quality and composition of breastmilk, and whether redheads can breastfeed.By Pinter & Martin Radio

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Out and About or Back to Work 36:34

2+ y ago36:34

36:34

Your rights when you return to work: https://maternityaction.org.uk/advice/continuing-to-breastfeed-when-you-return-to-work/ HSE website: https://www.hse.gov.uk/mothers/employer/rest-breastfeeding-at-work.htmBy The Breastfeeding Show

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Birth Workers' Perspectives 43:26

2+ y ago43:26

43:26

In this episode, Jane chats to a midwife and a doula about their experiences during and after the COVID-19 lockdowns.By Pinter and Martin Radio

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Breastfeeding Older Babies 38:08

2+ y ago38:08

38:08

In this episode, we’re talking about the subject of feeding older babies, with former chair of the Association of Breastfeeding Mothers, Emma Pickett Emma’s book Supporting Breastfeeding Past the First Six Months and Beyond Is available now for pre-order, and will be published on 21st April 2022, and her publisher Jessica Kingsley Publishers are cu…

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Quality Screen Time - videogaming together as a family 1:06:45

2+ y ago1:06:45

1:06:45

In this episode, Karen ropes in her partner and offspring to talk about what they know best: the joy of gaming. She also chats with psychologist Dr Pete Etchells, who is more authoritative on the matter. Pete Etchells: https://www.peteetchells.com/By The Second Shift

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Starting Solid Foods 41:42

2+ y ago41:42

41:42

What to do if your baby is choking: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oswDpwzbAV8 What does gagging look like: https://youtu.be/uRrbZuP-pjk Start4Life Introducing Solid Foods booklet [pdf]: https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2008/02/Start4Life-Introducing-Solid-Foods-2015.pdf First Steps Nutrition - Eating well: the fir…

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Tongue Tie 35:27

2+ y ago35:27

35:27

Oral Anomalies In Newborns: An Observational Cross-Sectional Study. de Oliveira AJ, Duarte DA, Diniz M 2018 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/339688830_Oral_Anomalies_In_Newborns_An_Observational_Cross-Sectional_Study Association of Tongue Tie Practitioners https://www.tongue-tie.org.uk/ Jill Shepherd’s website http://www.horshambreastfeedin…

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Sleep and Routines 32:16

2+ y ago32:16

32:16

The baby sleep info source: https://www.basisonline.org.uk/ Rudzik, A., & Ball, H. L. (2016). Exploring Maternal Perceptions of Infant Sleep and Feeding Method Among Mothers in the United Kingdom: A Qualitative Focus Group Study. Maternal and child health journal, 20(1), 33–40: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26156828/ What is normal infant sleep? …

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Getting Breastfeeding Started after a Complex Birth 42:45

2+ y ago42:45

42:45

How to collect colostrum: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=242126123722025 Books: Breastfeeding Special Care Babies, by Sandra Lang Impact of birthing practices on breastfeeding: protecting the mother and baby continuum, by Mary Kroeger and Linda Smith BRAIN: https://www.facebook.com/BreastfeedingCounsellors/photos/a.107592537253600/42988086502476…

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What's an IBCLC? 45:25

2+ y ago45:25

45:25

This is an episode exploring what it means to be an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, and how one reaches those lofty heights. I had the help of a few of my lovely NCT colleagues, including Jill Shepherd whose website is here: http://www.horshambreastfeeding.co.uk/ We also hear about Breastfeeding London, who offer some of the nec…

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Myths & Misconceptions 41:25

2+ y ago41:25

41:25

Breastfeeding Network on alcohol and breastfeeding: https://www.breastfeedingnetwork.org.uk/alcohol/ The Amazing Wendy Jones: https://breastfeeding-and-medication.co.uk/about-me NHS Breastfeeding pages: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/baby/breastfeeding-and-bottle-feeding/ The saliva backwash system: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC45566…

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Who can help you 18:36

2+ y ago18:36

18:36

Breastfeeding support from NCT: https://www.nct.org.uk/baby-toddler/feeding/early-days/breastfeeding-support-nct Association of Breastfeeding Mothers: https://abm.me.uk/ La Leche League: https://www.laleche.org.uk/ Lactation Consultants of Great Britain: https://lcgb.org/ Association of Tongue Tie Practitioners: https://www.tongue-tie.org.uk/ Breas…

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Cold Splash - the delights of open water swimming 52:25

2+ y ago52:25

52:25

Cold Splash – shownotes Many thanks to Dr Heather Massey and Dr Catherine Kelly Also to my good friend Susan, and my mum Deakin, R. 2000 Waterlog London, Chatto & Windus Kelly, C. 2021 Blue Spaces: How and why water can make you feel better London, Wellbeck Balance Kelly, JS, Bird, E. Improved mood following a single immersion in cold water. Lifest…

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Common Challenges 47:24

2+ y ago47:24

47:24

Frances, Karen and Megan talk about the most common breastfeeding challenges that they encounter in their role as Breastfeeding Counsellors, and what self-help measures mothers/breastfeeding parents can take. In this episode: Babies who don't latch, or who latch but don't feed Milk Supply Painful feeding Tongue Tie Mastitis Engorgement, blocked duc…

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Expressing 38:24

2+ y ago38:24

38:24

Frances, Karen and Megan delve into why people express milk, how it might work in different situations, and some of the logistical queries that new parents often have. Drawing on their years of experience supporting new parents, this friendly chat aims to demystify the question of expressing, and help parents to make decisions about feeding their b…

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Milk Supply 43:51

2+ y ago43:51

43:51

This podcast is for anyone with an interest in feeding babies, whether they’re exclusively breastfeeding, chestfeeding, mixed feeding, expressing, still waiting for their baby to arrive, or thinking about stopping. In this episode we look at how new mothers/parents can establish a good supply of milk for their babies, the role of hormones, and the …

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Positioning and Attachment 39:08

2+ y ago39:08

39:08

This podcast is for anyone with an interest in feeding babies, whether they’re exclusively breastfeeding, chestfeeding, mixed feeding, expressing, still waiting for their baby to arrive, or thinking about stopping. In this episode, we're looking at the importance of good attachment, and how positioning the baby well can help with that. We're ADAMAN…

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Getting Started 42:26

2+ y ago42:26

42:26

This episode is all about getting breastfeeding off to a good start. Frances, Karen and Megan chat about the things parents need to know, including the baby's first feed, collecting colostrum before the birth, and who to reach out to if things aren't going to plan. UNICEF hand expressing video: https://www.unicef.org.uk/babyfriendly/baby-friendly-r…

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Out and about with your baby - breastfeeding in public 44:24

2+ y ago44:24

44:24

Out and About With Your Baby is an episode about exactly that: Breastfeeding in Public. This is another episode prompted by Amy Brown (I’m noticing a theme here) recommending that I speak to her research colleague Aimee Grant, with whom I had a lovely conversation. I honestly didn’t think I had much to learn about this, as a breastfeeding mother fo…

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Close for Comfort - attachment, brain development, and babywearing 1:05:00

3y ago1:05:00

1:05:00

This is an episode about how carrying babies allows/helps carers to respond to them, keep them close, and regulate their systems. I talk to GP and sling expert Dr Rosie Knowles, antenatal teacher Bridget Supple, and mother/dedicated babywearer Amanda Leon Joyce. In my conversation with Rosie, some interesting studies were mentioned: The Anisfeld st…

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All the young dads - new fathers transition to parenthood 58:23

3y ago58:23

58:23

I was inspired to make this episode by two things. Firstly, Amy Brown nagging me to interview Mark Williams “because he’s so lovely,” and secondly hearing about the novel NCT Mental Health Peer Support training for new fathers. This is an important and under-served issue. One of the peer support dads I spoke to, Pete, says, “I’ve never been so lone…

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A minute on the hips - stories of hip dysplasia 59:32

3y ago59:32

59:32

In this episode of The Second Shift, you hear from my mum (whose social media you don't need!), Dr Pranai Buddhev @Pranai_B, and my colleague Katherine Walker @chirpycakes Pranai also has a current podcast @thekidsbonedoc and a planned podcast called @paedipod The International Hip Dysplasia Institute is a good source, and we discussed hip-safe swa…

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The Joy of Menopause 1:05:56

3y ago1:05:56

1:05:56

This subject has crept up on me. I turned 50 in November, and have – so far – barely noticed symptoms that I attribute to menopause. Sure my sleep is crazy, it has been for as long as I can remember. Mood swings? I’ve always been a bit grumpy. Brain fog? Rude. Oh, maybe I should find out more… Contributors to the show are Dr Annice Mukherjee, Diane…

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So Much Love - adventures in polyamorous parenting 1:07:28

3y ago1:07:28

1:07:28

This is the Second Shift. In this first episode, you’ll meet Amanda Leon-Joyce, a new mum with a lockdown baby, enjoying a hybrid maternity leave/furlough. What’s different about Amanda is the shape of her family: she’s in a polyamorous relationship, so her baby has two dads as well as a mum. We talk about how this came about, what it meant in the …

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Birthrights & Secret Midwife 58:31

4+ y ago58:31

58:31

In Episode 60 of Sprogcast, Rebecca Brione explains the Holding It All Together research carried out last year by Birthrights and Birth Companions. Karen also chats with the Secret Midwife about her revelatory book.By Sprogcast

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Homo in the birth room 56:48

4+ y ago56:48

56:48

We're calling this episode 'Homo in the birth room,' and we're very pleased to have an interview with the great Michel Odent (unfortunately on a rather patchy line). Karen is down with a cold, but Mark is upbeat enough for both of them.By Sprogcast

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Pelvic Health 59:12

4+ y ago59:12

59:12

Mark and Karen awake from post-festivities slumber to record the first episode of the 2020s, in which there are many and varied digressions, so it seems that nothing much has changed. Our interview this month is with pelvic health specialist Grainne Donnelly, and we discuss the latest news and gossip!…

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Festive Q&A 50:59

4+ y ago50:59

50:59

Our festive Q&A ranging from culture change to hedgehogs in audis.By Sprogcast

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Informed is Best 53:34

4+ y ago53:34

53:34

We promised Helen Ball but delivered Amy Brown. With a full interview about her new book 'Informed is Best', as well as some feedback on episode 55, and comments about the recent issues of racism in midwifery.By Sprogcast

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