Best Preterm Birth Podcasts (2024)

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Breastfeeding Preterm Infants, with midwife and IBCLC Katie James 45:00

21d ago45:00

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Send us a text In this episode today, I chat with Katie James who has been a midwife for over 23 years, an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) for more than 17 years and is the host and creator of the podcasts The Midwives’ Cauldron and The Feeding Couch. In today's episode, we discuss Breastfeeding Preterm Infants, in partic…

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Nusrat Husain, Farah Lunat, and Fehmida Motala on postnatal depression in British south Asian women (the ROSHNI-2 trial) 48:44

1h ago48:44

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ROSHNI-2 was a multicentre, randomised controlled trial that investigated the efficacy of a culturally adapted, cognitive behavioural therapy-based intervention for postnatal depression in British south Asian women. Joining us to share their expertise and perspectives are chief investigator Professor Nusrat Husain, trial manager Farah Lunat, and se…

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Dr. Alexiane Decout and Dr. David MacIntyre on the Protective Power of a Good Vaginal Microbiome 1:04:37

2d ago1:04:37

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Dr. Alexiane Decout, an assistant professor in immunology at the University of Warwick, and Dr. David MacIntyre, one of the directors of the March of Dimes Prematurity Research Center at Imperial College London, discuss the biological advantage of Lactobacillus Crispatus, the most in-demand of all vaginal microbiome bacteria, which is protective ag…

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S5 EP167: Emily Duff: Founder of Statuette Studio: Positive Hospital Birth + PPH 52:53

5d ago52:53

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On today’s episode, first-time mother Emily takes us on a deeply personal journey through her rite of passage in a hospital birth. Having carried a lifelong fear of childbirth, Emily found a new perspective when she started hearing positive birth stories within her community. These stories sparked a curiosity in her, showing her that birth could lo…

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S5 EP166: Chatlotte Brooker: Fraternal Twin Freebirth + 40 Weeks Gestation + Prodromal Labour 53:30

12d ago53:30

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On today’s show, I have the pleasure to welcome back fellow twin mama, Charlie, to share the birth story of her fraternal twin girls. If you haven’t already heard Charlie’s journey, you can revisit her first two births in episode #68—where she transitioned from a belly birth with her first baby to a VBAC homebirth transfer. Even before the confirma…

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S5 EP165: Jinti Fell: Hospital Birth + Three Intuitive Pregnancies & Freebirths 1:38:23

19d ago1:38:23

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On today's show I sit with Jinti as she reflects on the transformative journey of her four births and the invaluable lessons she gathered along the way. Just two weeks into a worldwide adventure, she unexpectedly discovered she was pregnant. Overwhelmed by the uncertainty of what to do next, her mother’s encouraging words grounded her, giving her t…

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Rasha Al-Lamee and Shayna Chotai on ESC 2024 highlights 40:18

20d ago40:18

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Rasha Al-Lamee and Shayna Chotai join Chloe Wilson of The Lancet to discuss ESC Congress 2024 highlights. The papers featured on this podcast are: 1) https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(24)01733-1/fulltext 2) https://www.nejm.org/doi/abs/10.1056/NEJMoa2409134 3) https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-…

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S5 EP164: Winona Wyborn: Intuitive Pregnancy + Freebirth 57:07

26d ago57:07

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Today, we welcome back Winona as she shares the beautiful story of her most recent birth—the arrival of her son. Winona first shared her journey in episode #106, which was an experience that took her to the fiery depths of transformation, and out of that, she emerged with profound wisdom. Feeling a deep soul-calling for another baby, Winona opened …

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Fasting in Pregnancy: Episode 157 27:57

1M ago27:57

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Fasting During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know Pregnancy is a transformative time, full of excitement, anticipation, and, often, many questions about what you should or shouldn't do. One question that occasionally comes up for expectant mothers is: Is it safe to fast during pregnancy? Fasting might be part of a religious practice or lifestyle choi…

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Yasmin Beazley: Homebirth Transfer + High BMI + Prodromal Labour + Belly Birth + Delayed Cord Clamping + 5.8kg Baby 1:13:26

1M ago1:13:26

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On today’s episode, Yasmin shares her journey of preparing for a home birth and how she navigated the unexpected twists with resilience.. Yasmin's journey toward birth began long before she even met her husband. She consciously chose to fill her mind with stories of birth that were rooted in strength, empowerment, and love. What truly stood out to …

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Birth Story with Kiara [2nd vaginal birth, postpartum recovery] 51:07

1M ago51:07

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Send us a text Join this conversation where I chat with FitNest member Kiara who talks us through her birth story and recovery journey. Kiara now has 2 young children, and in this episode today Kiara talks us through her second vaginal birth along with her postpartum recovery second time around. If you are keen to be as proactive as possible with y…

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Jonathan Cherry on March of Dimes Research Grants and Awards 57:48

1M ago57:48

57:48

March of Dimes Senior Director of Research Operations Jonathan Cherry on March of Dimes research grants and awards.By March of Dimes

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S5 EP162: Johanna Nadzielski: Psychic Medium + Three Hospital Births/Inductions/Epidural Injury + Homebirth with Birthkeeper 1:08:51

2M ago1:08:51

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Today we’re joined by Jo, a Forensic Accountant turned Psychic Medium, sharing her four birth stories. Growing up in a family of eight, Jo was surrounded by babies, and hospital births were simply the norm. Her first birth experience was profoundly shaped by her mother-in-law’s illness and passing, which, unbeknownst to her at the time, would mark …

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Dr Oriol Mitjà and Dr Hypolite Muhindo Mavoko on mpox 26:26

2M ago26:26

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On August 14th, the World Health Organisation declared a public health emergency of international concern in relation to mpox. This was motivated, in part, by the emergence of a concerning new strain of mpox, clade 1b, which has spread rapidly across Central Africa. Joining me this week to discuss important clinical aspects of the current mpox outb…

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PPROM (Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes): Episode #156 45:45

2M ago45:45

45:45

The Unexpected Journey: Understanding and Navigating PPROM Life throws curveballs, and sometimes, those curveballs come in the form of these little letters: PPROM. For those unfamiliar, PPROM stands for Preterm Premature Rupture of Membranes, a medical term that sounds as serious as it is. In plain English, it means that the water breaks too early—…

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S5 EP161: Chloe Pacey: Birth Centre + Preterm Labour/NICU + Two Homebirths/Freebirth/Reclaiming the 4th Stage 51:08

2M ago51:08

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On today’s episode, I sit down with Chloe, the other half of The Road to Wisdom podcast, as she shares her five birth experiences. She begins with her first experience at a birth centre, where she had a fast, four-hour labour at almost 42 weeks. Despite the quick and intense nature of her labour, she found safety in her birth space and instinctivel…

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Dr. Sarah England and Dr. Nima Aghaeepour on How Sleep and Movement May Lower Preterm Birth Risk 38:20

2M ago38:20

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Dr. Nima Aghaeepour, an investigator at the March of Dimes Prematurity Research Center at Stanford, and Dr. Sarah England, the director of the Center for Reproductive Health Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine, discuss a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) model that found that sleepers and movers have a 52% reduced risk of delivering…

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It's Tough for Dads Too 37:16

2M ago37:16

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Ryan Flash, a Twin Cities therapist specializing in working with dads, discusses the unique challenges fathers face in adjusting to parenthood and the importance of seeking support. He highlights the lack of resources for dads compared to moms and emphasizes that men are increasingly seeking therapy to become better fathers and partners. Ryan's pra…

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S5 EP160: Keshia Tognazzini: Positive Hospital Birth/Private OB/Freebirth/Wild Pregnancy/Precipitous Labour/Predromal Labour/4.6kg Baby 1:06:18

2M ago1:06:18

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On today’s episode I sit down with Keshia, one of the cohosts of The Road to Wisdom podcast, as we dive into her five unique birth experiences. Keshia’s journey into motherhood began with a hospital birth under the care of a private OB who had also delivered her and her siblings. Though her first birth was free of interventions and medication, it w…

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Natasha Pocovi on the prevention of low back pain recurrence 23:50

3M ago23:50

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Natasha Pocovi joins Chloe Wilson of The Lancet to discuss a trial investigating a walking and education intervention for the prevention of low back pain recurrence in Australia (WalkBack). Read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(24)00755-4?dgcid=buzzsprout_tlv_podcast_generic_lancet Continue this conv…

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S5 EP159: Shelby Trevillian: Birth Centre/3B Tear/Prolapse/Retained Placenta/PPH + Belly Birth + Homebirth/Transfer 1:47:04

3M ago1:47:04

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by the inspiring Shelby—mother of three, Vinyasa, Yin, Prenatal, and Postnatal Yoga Teacher, and Rebirthing Breathwork Mastery Practitioner. Booking into a birth centre where she had continuity of care and going through her prenatal yoga training, Shelby felt ready for her journey. Despite having a water birth, she ex…

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March of Dimes' 2024 Basil O'Connor Award Winners Dr. Enninga and Dr. Murray Horwitz on Cell Free (cf) Fetal DNA as Labor Trigger, Barriers to Postpartum Heart Health 1:03:20

3M ago1:03:20

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The 2024 winners of the March of Dimes Basil O'Connor Starter Scholar Research Awards, Dr. Elizabeth Enninga and Dr. Mara Murray Horwitz, discuss their areas of study. Dr. Enninga, an Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, and Immunology, at Minnesota’s Mayo Clinic, explains how cell free (cf) fetal DNA triggers labor and preterm birth, an…

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Thyroid concerns during pregnancy, with Nutritionist Shelley McKenzie 42:55

3M ago42:55

42:55

Send us a text Join this podcast episode with Nutritionist and Natropath Shelley McKenzie, who shares her story with Hashimotos and thyroid concerns during pregnancy. In this episode we discuss: How does the thyroid affect pregnancy? Thyroid pregnancy issues Hashimotos pregnancy Underactive thyroid during pregnancy High thyroid levels during pregna…

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The Connection between Breastfeeding and Mental Health 58:39

3M ago58:39

58:39

Amelia, a Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), is the owner of Bellflower Lactation in the Twin Cities. Inspired by her own breastfeeding challenges with her three daughters, she founded Bellflower Lactation to provide evidence-based, family-focused lactation care. Amelia's app…

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The OB/GYN Shortage in the US: Episode 155 35:55

3M ago35:55

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The Growing OB/GYN Shortage in the United States: Causes and Implications The United States is currently facing a significant shortage of obstetricians and gynecologists (OB/GYNs), a crisis that poses serious implications for women’s health care across the nation. This shortage is driven by a combination of factors that are causing many OB/GYNs to …

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S5 EP158: Jordan Holland: Homebirth/Midwife/Cervical Shock Syndrome 1:02:52

3M ago1:02:52

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Today’s episode, I have the delight to be chatting with first-time mother, Jordan. Jordan’s experience in the hospital as a practicing midwife was described as shell-shocking. She had an innate understanding that many of the procedures performed on women were more harmful than helpful, which led her to choose the path of birthing her baby at home, …

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Preparing the pelvic floor for birth [Part 1/3] 17:12

3M ago17:12

17:12

Send us a text In today's episode, the first of three in this series, I chat through 3 ways to prepare your body and pelvic floor for birth. In this series I will talk you through: Ways to help reduce your risk of incontinence, prolapse and pelvic health concerns post birth. Ways to help reduce your risk of perineal tears and episiotomy. Postnatal …

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S5 EP157: Holly Phillips: Hospital Births + Homebirth/Induction/Private OB/Hypertension Diagnosis/Pelvic Organ Prolapse/Perinatal Depression/Perinatal OCD Diagnosis/'High' BMI 1:27:41

4M ago1:27:41

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Today on the podcast, Holly, a mother of three beautiful boys, shares her contrasting birth experiences and her journey with mental health. At 21, just before a powerlifting competition, Holly unexpectedly discovered she was pregnant. With no prior understanding of physiological birth or available care models, she takes us through the path she chos…

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Antenatal expressing | Preparation for breastfeeding during pregnancy, with midwife Amber 33:51

4M ago33:51

33:51

Send us a text Join this conversation with midwife Amber Gibson, where we discuss antenatal expressing and preparation for breastfeeding during pregnancy. Some topics we discuss include: Benefits of antenatal expressing When NOT to do antenatal expressing When to start antenatal expressing Hand expressing of colostrum Preparing for breastfeeding in…

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S5 EP156: Alex Harris: Positive Hospital Birth + Private Hospital & OB 1:01:00

4M ago1:01:00

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On today’s episode, we hear the positive hospital birth story shared by Alex. As an aesthetic nurse familiar with private hospital settings, Alex decided she felt most comfortable with a private OB care model. After finding an OB she felt aligned with, she immersed herself in education that supported her birth choices, carefully absorbing only posi…

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Birth Story with Kristy [Surrogacy, Prolapse, Pelvic Floor, Return to Running] 42:14

4M ago42:14

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Send us a text Join this conversation with Kristy Miller who has had 4 pregnancies, including 2 of her own children, followed by being a surrogate / gestational carrier to two babies. Kristy, a member inside FitNest Mama, shares her story about becoming a surrogate, how she prepared for birth, and how she managed her postpartum recovery. Kristy ini…

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Chiropractic Care for Colicky Babies 49:07

4M ago49:07

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Can chiropractic care help those babies who seem to struggle no matter what you do? Dr. Chadd Burckhardt shares his journey from treating athletes to focusing on pediatrics and pregnancy after a pivotal experience with a colicky baby. He emphasizes the importance of the nervous system in overall health and explains how stress during pregnancy and b…

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Pelvic girdle pain tips with Physio Fiona from Grdl Pelvic Belt 57:22

4M ago57:22

57:22

Send us a text In this podcast episode today I chat with Physio Fiona from Grdle Pelvic Belt and we all things pelvic girdle pain during pregnancy. Listen to this episode where we discuss: what is pelvic girdle pain? how common is pelvic girdle pain? when does pelvic girdle pain start during pregnancy? what are some treatment options for pelvic gir…

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S5 EP155: Brooke Hall: Traumatic Hospital Birth/Episiotomy/Blood Loss + Healing Homebirth 1:23:48

4M ago1:23:48

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On today’s episode, we explore the contrasting journeys of Brooke’s two births. Brooke's first pregnancy was a planned and smooth experience, much like her initial birth plan. She envisioned a minimal pain experience, even joking she would "walk backwards into the hospital." However, the reality was a traumatic birth that left her shaken. Initially…

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Dr. Alan Flake on the Artificial Womb, Fetal Surgery, and Stem Cell Therapy 57:31

4M ago57:31

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Dr. Alan Flake, the Director of the Center for Fetal Research at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and 2021 March of Dimes Prize recipient, discusses the most impactful pursuits of his career: fetal surgery, the artificial womb, and in utero stem cell therapy.By March of Dimes

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How do you find time to exercise with a baby? [Listener question] 15:38

4M ago15:38

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Send us a text Motherhood is busy, and finding the time to exercise with a baby and toddler can sometimes be a challenge. Join me in this episode today where I answer this listener question and I chat through 4 tips to help you find the time (and energy) to exercise as a busy mum. LINKS: Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts Free 7 Day Trial Postnata…

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Blood Sugar for Better Energy, Metabolism and Hormone Health 39:12

4M ago39:12

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Are you ready to go from barely surviving to thriving and have the knowledge and personalized support to change your health for good? Join me and Autumn Enloe from Autumn Enloe Nutrition as we discuss how blood sugars can affect our energy, metabolism and hormone health. Autumn is a Registered Dietitian who is passionate about helping women with a …

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Birth story with Simone Holtznagel (vaginal birth, epidural, placental encapsulation) 55:00

4M ago55:00

55:00

Send us a text In this episode I chat with Simone Holtznagel, who shares her pregnancy journey, birth story and recovery journey, with baby Gia being born at the end of March. Simone Holtznagel is one of Australia’s media personalities, and has appeared in shows such as 'Australia’s Next Top Model' and 'I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here'. In today…

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Preterm Labor with First Baby 35:18

5M ago35:18

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Join me and repeat guest, Sarah as she shares her birth experience with her singleton. Months back Sarah shared her twin birth story (https://mom2mompodcast.buzzsprout.com/2077791/13212755-twin-mama-opts-for-a-surgical-birth-to-bring-her-babies-earth-side-safely) but we had to have her back to share what it was like to go into preterm labor with he…

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S5 EP154: Ashneeta Alisha: FTM + Preconception Journey + Homebirth with Doula + Midwife 28:19

5M ago28:19

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On today's episode, I have the pleasure of welcoming first-time mother Ashneeta to the show. She will share the transformative journey of bringing her son into the world. After enduring the heartache of a pregnancy loss, Ash channeled her grief into a commitment to her health, spending the next year working with a naturopath to create the healthies…

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Starting Solids with Kelly Benton 36:49

5M ago36:49

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Send us a text In today's episode I chat with Kelly Benton and we discuss starting solids for babies. In particular, we discuss: - When to start solids - How to know it’s the right time to start solids - Introducing the right foods for babies - Preparing foods for infants - Important nutrients when starting solids - How to encourage positive meal t…

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Moms in Motion Physical Therapy-Convenient IN-HOME care in the Twin Cities metro! 45:26

5M ago45:26

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Join me as I interview Michelle who is a pelvic floor physical therapist and owner of Moms in Motion PT. Michelle is married to Ryan and has two daughters, ages 2 and 4. She loves being outdoors and has been building a new "kitchen garden" this year, where she hopes to grow many fruits and vegetables. She is passionate about helping pregnant and po…

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Online Reviews for Doctors. Are they to be Trusted? Episode #154 22:10

5M ago22:10

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Should You Trust Online Reviews? The Pros and Cons of Relying on Online Feedback In our increasingly digital world, online reviews have become a staple for making decisions, especially when it comes to choosing healthcare providers. But with so much information at our fingertips, how do we know if we should trust these reviews? Let's explore the pr…

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S5 EP153: Amanda Boserio: Midwife/Homebirth/"Big Baby" 48:00

5M ago48:00

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On today’s episode, we welcome back midwife and mother of three, Amanda. Amanda first shared her journey in episode #45 of Positive Birth Australia, where she recounted her first two home births. This time, Amanda’s pregnancy came as a surprise, arriving sooner than her family had anticipated as they were planning to travel around Australia in a va…

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Birth Story with Nelly Zumbo [fertility, IVF, premature baby] 41:00

5M ago41:00

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Send us a text Nelly Zumbo, a 33 year old married to Australian pâtissier Adriano Zumbo, has a beautiful boy named Maximus. In this podcast episode today Nelly shares her fertility struggles, her journey with IVF, mental health challenges, having a premature baby, and the joys of being a mother to baby Maximus. LINKS Preparing for birth Pelvic heal…

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Twin Mom Truth Bombs from Yours Truly! 1:02:05

5M ago1:02:05

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Join me for this exclusive twin mom episode as I chat with mom friend and How2Mom client, @heyshayla from the @heyshaylapodcast8898 . If you just found out you're having twins or wonder how in the world twin moms do it this podcast is for you! I share my lived experience and perspective, while dropping some truth bombs for Twin Moms! Thank you so m…

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S5 EP152: Micro-Episode - The Power of Birth Affirmations and Intention + 5 min Intention-Setting Practice 20:33

5M ago20:33

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To celebrate the release of our soulful 20-minute birth affirmation tracks, today's first micro-episode will focus on the power of birth affirmations and intention-setting during pregnancy. We'll explore how to incorporate them into your daily life to cultivate a strong, healthy mindset as you prepare for birth. ✨ The differences between affirmatio…

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Dr. Brice Gaudillière on Separating the Signal from the Noise: A Novel Biomarker Identification Model for Preterm Birth and Preeclampsia 1:02:28

5M ago1:02:28

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Dr. Brice Gaudillière, an investigator at the March of Dimes Prematurity Research Center at Stanford University, discusses a breakthrough Machine Learning (ML) algorithm that makes reliable predictions about labor onset, preterm birth, and preeclampsia and also identifies the biological markers supporting those predictions.…

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5 signs that indicate it's time to join an online postnatal rehab program 14:30

5M ago14:30

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Send us a text Postnatal rehab is something that every woman needs and deserves after having a baby. We have invested so much into growing and birthing our beautiful baby. And afterwards, it is time to re-invest back into our body to help with our postnatal recovery, our confidence, and to help us get the most out of motherhood. In this episode tod…

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S5 EP151: Jess David: Positive Hospital Birth/Pregnancy Loss/Lipiodal Tubal Flushing 44:45

6M ago44:45

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On today's episode we hear from first-time mother, Jess, as she shares her empowering hospital birth story. After two and a half years and four pregnancies, it was finally Jess's moment to welcome her baby into the world. With two sister-in-laws as midwives - one specialising in homebirth -Jess found herself surrounded by a wealth of knowledge and …

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