A quick overview list of all those pieces of knowledge you need to know preferably before 32-weeks Gestation, including Optimal positioning, Maternal exercise minimums, APGAR scores, Maternal post-birth checks, Unwell babies, Anaesthetic review, late GTTs, and more. Note: The 25-min full-version of WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT AT 29-31 WEEKS PRE ...…

On today’s episode is a Radio interview chatting about how the best-selling book "OH BABY...Birth, Babies and Motherhood Uncensored" came to be and talking about an upcoming NZ BabyShow. CLICK HERE to learn more about joining Kathy's MotherWise MasterClass podcasts by purchasing a subscription to her ESSENTIAL BASICS support package. [Membershi ...…

Partner?..... Doula?....... Additional Birth Support people? Who should you have attending your Birth??? After catching hundreds of babies, and witnessing hundreds of 'dynamics' when it comes to childbirth attendees, I have formed a bit of an opinion or two on the subject. On today’s episode, hear my thoughts from my in-the-trenches experiences ...…

Pediatricians have recommended for a long time that all Newborns receive Vitamin-K at birth. But what the heck is it really all about? And is there any genuine controversy? On today’s episode, I help you make sense of it all. CLICK HERE to learn more about joining Kathy's MotherWise MasterClass podcasts by purchasing a subscription to her ESSEN ...…

Women asking their Midwife/Obstetrician to delay the clamping of their baby's umbilical cord has become so "on trend" now. But is it really that critical and are the benefits substantial? On today’s episode, let me clear the fog around this actually pretty simple topic. CLICK HERE to learn more about joining Kathy's MotherWise MasterClass podca ...…

On today’s episode is an overview of the Signs & Symptoms of Pre-Eclampsia, plus the Big List of topics you need to know about at the beginning of your 3rd Trimester of Pregnancy. Note: The 25-min full-version of WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW AT THE BEGINNING OF YOUR 3rd TRIMESTER also includes the Topics: The 3rd Stage of Childbirth, Cord-cutting, Pla ...…

So you're "over half-way" in your pregnancy now? Well, get your pen and paper out, because today I will give you quite the To Do List of things you need to be doing and knowing about at 20-24 weeks gestation. Note: The 25-min full-version of WHAT YOU NEED TO DO & KNOW AT 20-24 WEEKS GESTATION episode we go into much more detail, also including ...…

On today’s episode, I explain about sorting your antenatal Childbirth Education classes and explain about the 18-20 week Anatomy Ultrasound scan. Note: The 25-min full-version of THE "TO DO LIST" WHEN YOU'RE 14-17 WEEKS PREGNANT episode we go into much more detail, also including infant CPR/FirstAid, use of complementary/alternative therapies, ...…

A great 5-minute second part overview explanation on what family Obstetric History you need to be aware of. Plus an overview of the foods you can/can't and should/shouldn't eat during pregnancy. Note: The 25-min full-version of NEWLY-PREGNANT NEED-TO-KNOW Part-II Audio also includes the Topics: UTIs (Urinary Tract Infections) signs, symptoms & ...…

A great 5-minute first part overview explanation on the Signs, Symptoms, Prevention & Management of Miscarriage. Note: The 25-min full-version of NEWLY-PREGNANT NEED-TO-KNOW Part-I Audio also includes the Topics: Understanding the EDD (Estimated Due Date); the Dating scan; the 12-Week NT scan; Down's Syndrome screen; Morning Sickness; and the f ...…

With your Maternity journey, do you want to experience the Big 4? A great Birth; successful Breastfeeding; a good-sleeping Baby. And, if your No.1 priority is giving your Baby the safest and least traumatic birth arrival, then this is likely your ONE-STOP-SHOP to having so many of your queries answered … including potentially loads of questions ...…