Apr 9
Perineal tears with Dr. Shavi [Types, Prevention and Treatment]
Send us Fan MailWorried about perineal tears?You’re not alone. It’s one of the most common concerns I hear from women preparing for birth.In this episode, I sit down with Dr Shavi Fernando to talk through what’s normal, what actually matters, and how your body can recover well wi ... Show More
1h 10m
Mar 21
Flexible Birth Plans & Pain Relief, with Dr. Rangi de Silva
Send us Fan MailBirth rarely unfolds exactly the way we imagine, and that is why flexibility can be one of the most powerful tools you bring into labour.In this episode, I sit down with Dr Rangi De Silva, obstetrician and gynaecologist, to talk about how to prepare for birth with ... Show More
53m 42s
Mar 2025
117. Can You Prevent Ab Separation In Pregnancy? The Truth and Tips for a Strong Core in Pregnancy and Beyond
Let's talk ab separation in pregnancy! Can we prevent it? What's normal? There's a lot of fear around diastasis recti, and also a lot of misinformation being given to women on the internet about how to "prevent" it. In this episode we're debunking a common DR myth, and sharing ex ... Show More
16m 43s
Nov 2024
Thriving Physically and Mentally through Pregnancy & Postpartum with Amy Keifer of Expecting & Empowered
<p>Amy Kiefer, a nurse, doula, and trainer from Expecting and Empowered, discusses the importance of prenatal and postpartum support, safe pregnancy workouts, and mental health. We also highlight Expecting and Empowered's app, which offers tools to help women stay strong thr ... Show More
45m 49s
Dec 2022
An Unplanned Cesarean at 35 Weeks and Its Aftermath
<p>Jackie shares the story of having her first baby via unplanned cesarean at 35 weeks.</p> <p>After the NICU stay, and very tough first year, she found healing in getting answers from a spiritual perspective to the "what, why and how" of that birth experience. When she was ready ... Show More
57m 22s
Aug 2025
Birth Is Not a Medical Emergency: The Fight for Autonomy in Women's Health with Dr. Stuart Fischbein from Birthing Instincts
<p dir="ltr">In this powerful episode, Dr. Stuart Fischbein—renowned OBGYN, midwifery ally, and co-host of the Birthing Instincts podcast—unpacks the truth behind modern obstetrics, the rise in unnecessary interventions, and what it really means to trust your body during birth.</ ... Show More
1h 44m
Send us Fan Mail Feeling exhausted after birth and wondering what you should actually be eating? In this episode, I sit down with dietitian Lana Hirth to unpack exactly how new mums can nourish their bodies for recovery, energy, and breastfeeding support. We cut through the noise and focus on simple, practical strategies that truly make a difference in the ... Show More
<p><strong>In this episode, I am interviewing Pujitha Shetty, Lamaze Certified Childbirth Educator. We will talk about the awareness a woman needs, to prepare for pregnancy and natural childbirth.</strong></p>
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