We're seeing a rise in Group A-Strep cases in GP Land and are getting tons of questions sent in on winter bugs, particularly Group A-Strep - in this episode we give you our tips and advice We know the news has got lots of parents worrying so we hope this is helpful. Remember this isn’t a replacement for personal medical advice so if you are at all concerned please see your doctor. Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

Christmas has well and truly crept up on us this year and its made us rethink some of our traditions, given everything that's going on in the world at the moment, is it about time we create new traditions for Christmas? Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you have little ones, you’ve probably seen them go through coughs and colds by this time of the year. Dr Punam shares her and her family’s experience of having flu recently and we bust some myths as well as offering helpful tips for little ones at home. Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

This week we talk about potty training and oh my goodness we did not anticipate the stories that ended up coming out! We share our experiences, funny stories as well as a few GP tips thrown in there. Let us know your funny moments too because let’s face it, we all have a toilet story! -- Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com Learn more about...

We're back talking all things holidays... iPads, Mum-bods, Dad-bods, Thongs & Kiddie Pools. Congrats to our GMAC competition winners! DM @themedicmumpodcast to redeem your prize! -- Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are back and wow have we missed you guys and our chats. We are throwing it back to our original format and are bringing you TMMP unplugged. Expect real chats between two working mum pals who are just trying their best to keep it all going….and a little bit of ranting and swearing 😬 We are also excited to bring you an amazing competition in partnership with GMAC (Global Myopia Awareness Coalition) where you could win an annual National Trust membership! Have a listen to the episode for...

This week we chat about what we think of the TV show “This Is Going To Hurt” and, given the heavy world news currently, we chat about how we are trying to manage unexpected questions from our children. We also had fun sharing our favourite mum hacks submitted by our lovely listeners -- Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com (leave us a...

This week we welcome Kim Bussey Chamberlain on to talk about her experience of growing up as part of the LGBTQ community and how she and her partner have navigated bringing up a young family. It's an incredibly refreshing and much needed conversation and we were honoured for Kim to have dedicated the time to help us understand and learn more. Please take the time to listen as it really is such a great episode! We hope you enjoy listening! Connect with Kim on her website...

This week we start off with a good old catch up and somehow get onto the topic of dancing in a club with catheters….! You will have to listen to find out why! Then we have a chat about what we are seeing in clinic and touch on routine childhood vaccines. We are also sharing our mum hacks at the end of the episode & want to hear yours too! Send us a DM over on Instagram @themedicmumpodcast and let us know what yours are! -- Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

This week we chat to Dr Martha Deiros Collado, a psychologist, Mum and all round lovely person. Martha is incredible at helping to reframe situations that parents will commonly encounter. We loved this discussion around the pressures of parenthood, how long your child needs to connect with you each day as well as discussing tantrums towards the end of the episode. It was a hugely insightful chat filled with lots of lightbulb moments. We really hope you enjoy...

I’m sure many of you have poorly ones at home at the moment, its rubbish! This is a question that comes up the most at this time of year, Dr Steph is here with a short quick summary of the things you need to know about coughs and colds **Please note - this is intended to be a helpful general guide to give you things to look out for & not individualised advice. Don’t hesitate to consult your doctor if you are ever worried. Please remember a temp or cough or change in taste/sense of smell...

It’s been a rough couple of years but especially as parents, the news around the evolving COVID variant could be triggering. Dr Punam does a quick simplified summary of everything you need to know about the Omicron variant in the run up to Christmas. -- This episode is supported by KidStart, the free shopping club for parents that tops up your children’s savings with the money you earn back from over 2,300 retailers. Head over to www.kidstart.co.uk/medicmums to get started!  -- Connect with...

This week we bring you a very special episode. Not only are we celebrating our 1 year podcast anniversary but also share a topic that is very close to our hearts. As part of fertility awareness week, we take a deep dive into Steph’s moving story about her own fertility journey and how she came to have her two little girls. We really hope it can help anyone going through the rollercoaster of infertility. Please know you aren’t alone, our DMs are always open. -- This episode is in partnership...

We were so happy to chat with our friend Clare Bourne (@clarebournephysio on Instagram) who is a pelvic floor physiotherapist, Mum to two little ones and all round lovely lady! Clare has been incredibly honest about her experience of prolapse on social media so we listen to her story. She brings such a unique perspective as a healthcare professional and patient. A must listen for everyone!  You can also find Clare at www.clare-bourne.com -- This episode is in partnership with KidStart, the...

This week Rosey Davidson aka Just Chill Mama joins us - Rosey is an infant sleep consultant and mum of three (including a newborn!). She joins us to chat about baby sleep & shares her pearls of wisdom as well as sharing her own experiences with her little ones. We absolutely loved having this conversation. Visit Roseys website for more information https://justchillbabysleep.co.uk/ And follow her on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/just_chill_mama/ -- Todays episode is in partnership...

Tobi Asare is a Mum of two and the Founder of My Bump Pay which helps you smash the glass ceiling with a baby on the way and beyond. Tobi joins us to discuss the juggle! And she shares her tips on how you can best prepare for maternity leave and how you can return to work with confidence Visit https://mybumppay.com/ Tobi's instagram https://www.instagram.com/mybumppay/ Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

Happy Season 3! We're back after a summer break, catching up ahead of an exciting season, Today we're discussing what it's been like adjusting to post-lockdown life. Is it just us or is has it been quite difficult? -- Todays episode is in partnership with Multi-Mam! Becoming a mother is cosy and special, and the feeling of live can be overwhelming. During this precious period, it’s easy to forget that it’s just as important to take care of yourself as your baby. Challenges such a sore...

This week in our season finale we round things off with chatting about how things have been after “freedom day”, sharing our mum wins/fails as usual plus talking about kids heading back to school soon! Dr Steph’s eldest is starting school soon so Dr Punam gives a few fellow mum tips for the first day! Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

In this episode we discuss a question that we get asked frequently at the moment….it safe to travel?? Dr Steph has recently returned from a trip abroad so shares her experience and insight. We also chat through our essential medical travel items and delve into key things to know about sun protection. Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

Its Global World Breastfeeding Week and today we discuss changes that may happen during pregnancy or breastfeeding, things that we see that are common in breastfeeding like mastitis, nipple thrush + how to examine your breasts and add anything to be aware of when you're breastfeeding Todays episode is in partnership with Multi-Mam! Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

This week we answer your questions on dealing with dealing with this heatwave, postpartum night sweats, unsolicited parenting advice and more! Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com (leave us a voicemail or question to be featured in upcoming episodes!) This is a Pure Creation Media Production Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

As parents, one of our big (and challenging) responsibilities is teaching our children. This week, we explore this from a different angle and look at how WE can actually learn from our little ones. How they can encourage us to slow down and take pleasure from the little things and how they can help us to hone in on our dreams and aspirations for the future. Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr...

It’s that time of year where we are seeing lots of patients suffering with hayfever but with the added layer of Covid, we know it can be confusing. In this week’s episode we discuss hayfever vs Covid, what you can do to help, what you can do in pregnancy and breastfeeding and hayfever in kids. We hope you find it helpful! Please note that this episode gives general advice and is not intended to replace a consultation with a medical professional. Please speak to your pharmacist or GP if you...

Dr Punam opens up on her struggles with overwhelm recently and her tips on dealing with chaotic post-lockdown life Connect with us: Dr Punam: http://instagram.com/drpunamkrishan Dr Steph: http://instagram.com/the_gp_mum Instagram: http://instagram.com/themedicmumpodcast Website: https://www.medicmums.com (leave us a voicemail or question to be featured in upcoming episodes!) This is a Pure Creation Media Production (recorded in lockdown during the Covid-19 pandemic) See acast.com/privacy...