In this week's episode, I am chatting with Helen Totton who shares her experience of giving birth to her first child 8 years ago. Helen had an induction which left her struggling with postnatal depression. This is an inspirational story of how Helen worked hard to prepare for her second birth to ensure she was not going to have the same experience again. You can follow Helen on Instagram @tottemhealing Check out her website https://tottemhealing.com/ If you would like to buy a copy of...

In this week's episode of the podcast, I am chatting with fellow doula Cara who is a true inspiration to so many in the birth world. Her knowledge and passion shines through in the support she offers.   Her story is so interesting as she candidly shares with us her journey as a young single mum and how she found the strength to recover from an eating disorder.  Cara also shares so beautifully her own experience of how she let go of old wounds and history that was holding her back.  In this...

To start the year, I have recorded another episode on Breathing and Relaxation Skills as these episodes are the most sought after.  I know that you need to hear as much information as possible on this topic, so I have thought about some additional tips to share with you.  I hope you enjoy them .  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 Amazon:- Labour of Love - The Ultimate Guide to Being a Birth...

In this weeks episode I share some exciting news! In addition, I am finally answering some of your questions about a wide variety of topics which include:- What happens if your placenta doesn't come out and the midwives have to remove it. What can I do to have a successful birth in a Midwife Led Unit Can I have my breech baby at home How can I cope with a newborn at Christmas when visiting friends and family How can I help my 2 month old to sleep more I hope you enjoy listening to the...

In this weeks episode of the podcast, I am chatting with Emily Carson from @emilyandruby who is a somatic practitioner, acupuncturist and craniosacral therapist. She talks us through her knowledge about the body and helps us to think about preparing for birth and postpartum.  In particular, Emily shares the importance of regulating your nervous system and supporting the tissues in your pelvis. She believes that pelvic floor recovery requires a much more nuanced approach than just kegels, and...

In this weeks episode, Daniella shares her story of  an incredibly traumatic c-section with her first child, the two miscarriages that followed and then her reasons behind deciding to have a home VBAC when she became pregnant again.   This heartwarming story is one that so many of you may relate to. Daniella tells of how the work she did to learn as much as she could in preparation for this recent birth, is what made the difference and helped her to succeed.  The trust she built in her...

In this week's episode, I am chatting to Hannah Whittaker who is a Pregnancy and Paediatric Dietician from Bump2Baby Nutrition about being pregnant when you are vegan or eat a plant-based diet.  We also had an opportuinty to talk about  what happens and what to do if you suspect or discover that your child has a milk allergy.  Whilst these two topics are completly unrelated, I wanted to pick Hannah's brains about her two specialities as it is so rare to hear about these issues that many...

In this episode of the podcast, I am talking with Quantum Birth Coach and Doula Carmen Rocha.  We get into a discussion about how important it is to not only tap into the subconscious, but also the body in preparation for birth. Carmen shares that when you tune in ask yourself what you are really feeling, you can identify what is going on within you and make the relevant changes that need to happen in order to release these emotions and ensure they don't sabotage your birth.  You can find...

In this weeks episode of the podcast I welcome back Daisy Dinwoodie for a powerful chat about Sovereignty. We get to the bottom of what it means to have a sovereign birth and share our own experiences of supporting clients on their journey through pregnancy - to help them come to this realisation.  I also share throughout this wonderful conversation why I love the word sovereign and how it felt to discover I had a sovereign birth experience without realising, which is why I am now doing the...

In this very special 100th episode, I am delighted to be chatting with fellow doula, author and antenatal educator Natalie Meddings.  I was thrilled that she agreed to join me for a deep dive into the role of being a doula and educator, and we got into a discussion about how the maternity system has changed over the past two decades. We voiced our concerns about how the medical model is so incredibly fear-based, but give solutions for how women and their partners can help themselves to...

In this week's episode, I am chatting with Rhea Dempsey who is an Australian doula, author, and birth educator.  We had a great chat about our thoughts and beliefs on giving birth in the modern-day maternity system, and how 'thank goodness births' can usually be unravelled to reveal the cause - which Rhea shares is typically because of  'the fu*#!ing epidural'.  This is such a wonderful conversation with Rhea, who is a real veteran in the birth world, and we can learn so much from the wise...

In this episode I am chatting to Magdalena for part two of our conversation, and this time we are discussing her experience of giving birth in a foreign country - despite it being her home for many years. She  shares with us what that felt like for her, what she needed to do in order to feel well supported by her partner, and also offers tips and suggestions to others who are in the same situation.  This is a valuable episode which I encourage you to share with anyone who is living abroad...

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...