In this weeks episode, I am chatting with Magdalena Finn about the journey she went on when planning to give birth to her son.  She candidly shares how she was able to break the generational trauma that her mother and grandmother experienced, which allowed her to have such a positive birth for both her and her son.  In addition, we talked about how surprised she felt as her son grew, and she found some of the normal toddler behaviours really triggering for her - and what she was able to do...

In this episode of the podcast I am chatting with Charlotte Mindel who is a conscious birth coach. We hear Charlotte talk about birth embodiment and all that goes with it, including birth confidence, birth empowerment, birth choices - and preparation for birth in general.  Charlotte's own birth story is an eyeopener with regards to how she feels so differently now she can look back at the way that she made decisions based on other peoples opinions, and how she will do this differently next...

In this week's episode I am chatting with the inspirational Shellie Poulter, about how birth partners and doulas can support you alongside your care providers. She explains how to take into consideration your nervous system, and what might be going on inside you, as well as trying to make sense of care providers and their trauma responses. Shellie's perspective is enlightening, and she offers great suggestions on how to ensure that anyone supporting you in labour can stay calm and relaxed...

In this week's episode, I am chatting with Sapna who is a knowledgeable homeopath specialising in infertility and conception, as well as pregnancy, birth and postpartum care for the whole family. Our discussion takes us on a journey through the options available in homeopathy with such a wide range of remedies to choose from, and Sapna shares why engaging with a homeopath is so useful to ensure you choose the right ones for you and your symptoms. Website -...

In this week's episode of the podcast, I am chatting with the amazing Kimberly Ann Johnson.  We chat about a wide variety of topics, but Kimberly takes us on a deep dive into the nervous system and its effects on the body. This valuable information will help you understand more about your nervous system and in particular your own responses.  Enjoy  X You can visit Kimberly's website here - http://kimberlyannjohnson.com Download a copy of Chapter One of her book Call of The Wild here -...

In this week's episode of the podcast - I am giving you an overview of what is to come in season 4.  I know how much you have missed listening to such a wide range of amazing guests, so I wanted to let you in on the theme for these upcoming episodes - which is about stepping into your power and achieving a sovereign birth. You deserve to have the birth that you want - and I hope this season will fill in some of the missing gaps in your knowledge, in order to support you to take full...

In this bonus episode - recorded in 2022 - I am chatting to Kat Clive who invented the wave comb. This comb has been specifically designed to be placed in your hand as a birth management tool which can be used safely in labour.  Throughout this episode, Kat talks us through her own birth experiences, and shares why she decided to use a comb in her second birth.  She also explains the Gate Control Theory and what Acupressure points the comb can support.    Disclaimer - I am not affiliated...

In the very last episode of season 3, I am chatting with one of my very special birth clients Emma,  who had two very different experiences with each of her children. Emma shares how she felt as a Muslim woman, having an unplanned c-section with her first baby, and then how she was clear that she wanted a  natural birth next time around.  Despite being given a diagnosis of Gestational Diabetes, she strongly believes she didn't have it due to leading such a healthy lifestyle. Emma did a lot...

In the penultimate episode of season 3, I am flying solo.  After identifying that my most popular episode is the one on breathing and relaxation skills, I wanted to support you further.  So, I have chosen to look deeper into the practice and help you identify ways to not only make the techniques easier but also more effective.  These 5 tips are useful to anyone who is looking to use breathing and relaxation in preparation for their birth.  I hope you enjoy this episode ❤️ If you would like...

In this weeks episode I am chatting with midwife Lisa Goulbourn about her role as a midwife working within the NHS. We discuss a wide range of information relating to the topic of your body, your birth, your choice - including homebirth, induction of labour, midwife appointments and much more.  @mindfulmidwifelisa Linktree - https://linktr.ee/mindfulmidwife?fbclid=PAAaZYunQYI1ncZhwwER50vJ8KAMlSUrcbIwfztJ3hzD3bR6XC-K_lq8iSV_U If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that...

In this episode I have a candid conversation with Dr Natalie Elphinstone about her work as a private and public Obstetrician in Australia.  Her amazing instagram account has shown the world countless incredible videos of the clients she supports who choose to have a maternal assisted caesarean aswell as other birth experiences.  Natalie shares information about her training, her own birth choices and what made her decide to go back to basics and learn more about physiological...

In this week's episode, I am chatting to Georgie who gives us a full and frank account of her preparation for birth and the journey she went on when deciding how and where to have her baby. She also explains why she felt it was so important to prepare her partner.  Georgie describes the way she discovered she had low PAPP A and how she was able to advocate for herself when choosing to decline an induction of labour - which was the recommendation by her care provider.  This fabulous story of...

In this week's episode, I am chatting with Jennie Harrison about the energetics of birth from the baby's perspective.  It is important for us to acknowledge how a baby can be affected by the feelings their mother has during pregnancy, and also how they are impacted by the birth experience overall.  It also helps to understand how we carry trauma in our DNA through the generations, which is scientifically proven.  Knowing how energetics play out in the postnatal period and throughout our...

In this week's episode, I am chatting with Dr. Jenna Brough about the importance of setting boundaries for your birth.  Jenna explains what boundaries are, and why they are essential for your pregnancy preparation. We also discuss why it is so easy to struggle with asserting ourselves in labour, and how we often feel the need to please our care providers and put their wishes over our own.  This is such an insightful episode that will help you to understand why boundaries are important not...

In this week's episode, I am delighted to be chatting with Betty from The Birth Partner Academy. We get into a wonderful conversation about how Betty became interested in offering support to birth partners and what we both feel birth partners need to know and why.  This episode is jam-packed with tips and solutions to help you understand more about the birth partner role, how to ensure that you choose the right birth partner for you, and what your birth partner needs to know about the role...

In this week's episode, Claire Fulton and I are discussing Hypnobirthing. Claire, from the Nurture Nest, hosts a popular Hypnobirthing Podcast where she shares tips, and positive birth stories as well as speaking to occasional guests who share knowledge and information on how to have a positive birth experience.  I was excited to chat to Claire about this topic, as it is a really useful tool for not only pregnancy but for life too.  You can find claire  Insatagram -...

In this episode, I am chatting with award-winning chiropractor and doula Dr Elliot Berlin about his role in supporting women through a healthy conception, pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Dr. Berlin shares his wisdom and offers tips and information to support you in achieving the same.   We chat about his journey to becoming a chiropractor and how he came to specialise in pregnancy. His own personal journey of conception led to an understanding of how important it is to ensure that both your...

Part Two - In this week's episode, I am chatting again with radical birth keeper Felicity - about the state of the NHS.  She has very kindly agreed to answer my questions on a wide variety of different topics that I have been desperate to talk about for so long, but unable to find someone willing to agree and open up. Felicity also brings questions from her own audience on relative subjects. This is a critical conversation - and one that I hope you will share.    We discuss all of the...

In this week's episode of the podcast, I am chatting with Radical Birth Keeper Felicity who shares her journey of becoming an NHS Midwife, and also explains why she felt she had to leave. Felicity talks openly and honestly about her experience, explaining what she witnessed and also what she actively participated in during her time as a medical midwife. I believe it helps to have a deeper understanding of the system within the NHS, so that you can understand the importance of taking...

In this episode, I am chatting with Midwife and  IBCLC Lactation Consultant Katie James. We chat about all aspects of breastfeeding including - the breast crawl, how birth affects breastfeeding, how partners can support breastfeeding, skin-to-skin contact, and Katie's amazing new online breastfeeding course.  You can find Katie -  Instagram @themidwivescauldron Katie's website and breastfeeding course - www.katiejames.site If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that...

In this episode, I am chatting with birth cartographer Catherine Bell.  Catherine shares with us what a birth map is and how she came up with the idea.  She also explains in detail how the book and game work, where you can access them, and how you can use them to prepare for a positive birth experience.  Follow Catherine on Instagram @birthmapping Catherines website www.birthmap.life If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online...

In this week's episode, I am chatting with the lovely Victoria from @freetobirth, who shares the stark difference between her two births. One was a planned homebirth that moved to hospital and the other was a planned homebirth that progressed to a freebirth.  Victoria candidly shares how her lack of birth preparation affected her ability to cope in her first birth experience and she also didn't understand that she could advocate for herself in the circumstances she was in and decline...

In today's episode, I am giving you a quick run-through of the 5 Key Physiological Principles that make up the book The Art of Giving Birth. I am delighted to give you a brief overview of each principle and outline what is covered in the book.  Don't forget you can download the Introduction and Chapter One for FREE before deciding if this book is for you.   If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that accompany this podcast please go to your online bookseller or visit...

In this week's episode of the podcast, I am answering a variety of questions about giving birth, with topics that include - What to do if you experience a plateau in labour and you feel an urge to push, the use of a safety word, how to keep your energy up when birth is long,  how a birth partner or doula should behave during the birth, should you have more than one birth plan and much much more... Please continue to send in your questions for future episodes so I can support you in preparing...

In this episode, I am talking about all things C-section with the C-section coach Divina Johnson.  We talk in detail about Divina's three very different C-section experiences, two of which were very traumatic. In addition, we chat about her third very healing birth which led to her becoming the C-section coach and supporting others to have a positive abdominal birth.  Instagram - @csectioncoach  Website - divinajohnson.com If you would like to buy a copy of either of the books that...