Our services have never been more accessible or affordable - click here to see all of the ways that we can support you on your pregnancy and postpartum journey! In today's episode of the Changing Birth Podcast, I dive into some brilliant new changes announced last week for private midwifery care in Australia. These updates include the removal of mandatory collaboration requirements with medical providers and improved access to Medicare rebates and PBS medication listings for endorsed mi...

In this episode, I share a quick personal and business life update with you! If you haven't heard already - we recently moved house, which has been a huge journey, especially with a toddler. But amidst the chaos, I've been working on something exciting - I am making my Preconception + First Trimester Online Course FREE to access for the rest of the month! Click here to get your FREE access to Hannah's Preconception + First Trimester Online Course! I know how exciting it is when you first see ...

In this episode of the Changing Birth podcast, I discusses the topic of gestational diabetes, which affects 20% of pregnant women in Australia. Drawing from personal experience and professional insights, I aim to provide positive tips, empowering information, and practical strategies to help you manage gestational diabetes. We cover the physiological causes of gestational diabetes, testing methods, controversies around diagnosis criteria, and lifestyle changes such as dietary changes and exer...

In this episode we welcome Brooke Maree Babywearing Consultant to discuss all things baby carriers and babywearing! We discuss how to choose the right carrier, ensuring proper fit, tips for when babywearing is uncomfortable, and what to do if your baby doesn't like the carrier. Brooke also talks about her role in the Australian Babywearing Association as well as Kangatraining Australia - which provides postnatal workouts for mums while wearing your baby in a carrier - so cool! To celebrate th...

In this episode of the Changing Birth Podcast, we explore how to prepare your partner to be the best support during labor and birth. We discuss the importance of open communication, addressing their fears, understanding the birth plan, and playing to their strengths. Practical advice includes watching birth videos together, practicing massage techniques and comfort measures for labour and more! This episode aims to provide actionable steps to ensure your partner is calm and confident when it ...

Anna Ritan is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian-Nutritionist with over 12 years experience, and she specializes in paediatric and neonatal nutritional therapy and dietary education. She is an Adelaide gal like me and my go to person for dietary advice for kids and babies. We dive into a series of listener-submitted questions covering topics such as baby poo concerns, starting solids, managing reflux, and dealing with fussy eating in toddlers. Anna provides invaluable advice and practica...

In this solo episode, I dive into a variety of listener questions covering topics from our new business ventures and personal updates, to preparing for birth and breastfeeding. I discuss our new services, including infant sleep workshops and private mothers groups, and share personal stories about my family's ongoing house search and health challenges. Key topics include managing gestational diabetes, transitioning toddlers to childcare, and co-sleeping strategies with a newborn on the...

Are you expecting your second baby and wondering how to prepare your toddler? In this episode I bring on my beautiful friend Adele who is a prenatal yoga teacher and mum of four, to share how she supported her older children with the arrival of a new baby. Adele shares lots of tips and practical advice that I know will be so helpful if you are navigating this transition too. If you haven't already make sure you listen to Part 1 - Episode 75! In this episode we discuss: Involving you...

Are you expecting your second baby and wondering how to prepare your toddler? In this episode I bring on my beautiful friend Adele who is a prenatal yoga teacher and mum of four, to share how she supported her older children with the arrival of a new baby. Adele shares lots of tips and practical advice that I know will be so helpful if you are navigating this transition too. In this episode we discuss: What you can do in pregnancy to prepare your toddler for the arrival of their sib...

It's World Breastfeeding Week! To celebrate I am offering a whopping 40% off my Positive Breastfeeding and Postnatal Course. Bite sized, evidenced based education on all things breastfeeding and life with a newborn - all for only $58! Just enter the code BREASTFEEDINGWEEK24 at the checkout to apply your discount.In today's podcast episode I share my favourite breastfeeding tips of all time - whether you're currently pregnant and planning to breastfeed, or are currently breastfeeding you...

While in the hospital, we always aim to keep mum and baby together, and your baby will routinely 'room in' with you. However, if your baby requires more extensive medical support after birth, they may need to be transferred to a Special Care Nursery/Baby Unit, or a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). This can understandably be a very distressing situation for a new mum and family, and it is usually quite unexpected. This is where having a plan to support your breastfeeding journey becomes cr...

More and more women are planning a VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean), so in today's episode I share five strategies for birth preparation specific to VBAC. I love working with VBAC mamas as they are determined, knowledgable and ready to advocate for what they want.In todays episode we cover:How to know if you have a VBAC supportive midwife or ob - and what to do if you don't!Why learning about birth physiology + hormones is so important when having a VBAC.Benefits of Active Birth for VBAC....

Wind, gassiness, burping, back arching during feeds and squirmy sleep - what is up with newborns and their digestive system? Let's break down the research and what we know about our babies digestive system. In todays episode we cover:What symptoms you might see in your baby.When this is likely to occur, and when it gets better.When it's a good idea to see your midwife, lactation consultant IBCLC or GP. Causes of gas and digestive discomfort in babies.Ways to support your littl...

Have you ever seen a positive birth in a movie or TV scene? Me either! Buckle up because today I break down how the media can negatively impact our birth, and what we can do about it! In today's episode I dive into: Why TV and movies almost always portray birth in a negative light, and how this subconsciously impacts our view of birth from teenage years. How this negative view of contractions can actually impact how we perceive them (and our perception of pain!)My recent ...

The Night Weaning episode that I released a few months ago has been one of our most popular episodes ever! I have received so many DMs and questions that I thought I would dedicate a whole episode to answering them for you. There isn't much info out there about night weaning, so I hope this can be a resource that you can come back to if you are considering how to approach stopping feeding in the night. And remember if you would like support to navigate night weaning, or any aspect of your bab...

In this episode of Changing Birth, I delve into the top-up trap and its impact on breastfeeding. We explore how supplementing breastfed babies with formula can inadvertently disrupt breastfeeding success and lead to challenges for new mums. I step you through the two common reasons why women find themselves in the top up trap, some of the long-term effects of early formula introduction, and we discuss strategies for navigating the top-up trap and getting off the cycle and back to exclusively ...

In your journey of pregnancy and birth, having the right support team can make such difference to your experience. I often get asked what the difference is between a doula and a midwife - which is a very valid question! While both can provide incredible support during pregnancy, labour and birth, their roles, scope, and care provided differ. Let's explore these differences to help you make an informed choice about your birth support. I also share my experience having both a midwife and doula ...

After a little break from the podcast I am so excited to be back! I have missed chatting with you all and can't wait to be back in your ears sharing tips, research and exciting guest interviews! Today's episode is a bit of a catch up of what we've been working on and why the podcast took a backseat for a little while - we've had some HUGE changes in the business, including a brand new name, logo and website! Plus some fun team events like the Born at Home documentary (I share my thoughts...

If you follow me on insta you will know that I recently night weaned my son, and I thought instead of just sharing my journey I would bring my friend and colleague Amber Gibson to chat all things night weaning as she has just done the same with her little girl. Amber is also a midwife and IBCLC so she brings loads of professional knowledge to the discussion.  We both approached night weaning quite differently which makes for an interesting conversation!  in this episode we discuss: How we...

My new ebook Thriving Beyond the First Six Weeks - Your Guide to Navigating Breastfeeding and Postpartum Throughout the First Year  is here!  Over 50 pages of education, practical tips and strategies for navigating breastfeeding, sleep and emotional wellbeing in the first year postpartum. Get your copy for just $37 here. If you're keen to join my monthly newsletter list (and also get some epic freebies click here. You can check out all the info on our Postnatal Midwifery Packages here. We...

I know the title for today's episode might sound a bit controversial, but stay with me - the three areas that I chat about today can have a huge impact on your experience, and I really believe if you can address these three topics when preparing for your birth you will be in such a great position to have a positive birth experience.   You can check out all the info on our Postnatal Midwifery Packages here. We would love to support you on your journey! I would love to hear your thoughts,...

In today's episode I chat all things emotional health and self care with the wonderful Kaitlin Harkess. Kaitlin and I first met when she completed a hypnobirthing course with me in preparation for the arrival of her first baby. Kaitlin is an experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), a qualified  Meditation Teacher and Senior Yoga Instructor. She is also the host of the wonderful podcast Wisdom for Wellbeing with Dr....

*This month enter the code MERRYCOURSE20 at the checkout of any of my online courses and you’ll receive 20% off! And remember if you join my online Hypnobirthing course you’ll receive all of these courses for just $278! Huge value and the most comprehensive preparation for birth + postpartum 🤰🏼*⁠ Check out all of my Online Courses here. Hypno-what?? I know hypnobirthing sounds a bit 'hippy' and 'woo-woo', but I can assure you it's a very research backed, practical way of approaching birth...