Bloom with Body, Birth & Baby

Episode 33: Learning all about prolapse with Kath from Fitnest Mama

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +1100

Kath Baquie is a mum of 3 young girls, a physiotherapist for women, and she has an online community, FitNest Mama.

FitNest Mama helps to provide pregnant and new mothers with the exercises & support they need to prepare their bodies for birth and boost their after birth recovery.

FitNest is your go-to workout app where you can complete physio-created workouts from the comfort and convenience of your home. Helping you to restore your pelvic floor and core and feel strong and confident again inside/out, so that you can get back to doing what you love, with a bubba by your side (whether or not that’s running around with the kids at the park, or running the next marathon).

Kath also has a podcast, the Pregnancy, Birth & Recovery Podcast, where each week she dives into all things pregnancy care, childbirth and postnatal recovery, helping you to have a wonderful pregnancy and after birth experience.

You can find Kath at www.fitnestmama.com

Pregnancy Online Workouts - 7 day free trial

Instagram @fitnestmama

Podcast: The FitNest Mama Podcast

Free Checklist: Preparing the pelvic floor for birth

To see more of Amber's content, check out her instagram @bodybirthandbaby
Amber has educational self-paced courses, Womb to World, Prepare for Postpartum and many more. Check out www.bodybirthandbaby.com.au to sign up for her holistic courses that aim to prepare you for birth and postpartum.

Disclaimer: Please note the information in this course is for education purposes only, ensure you reach out to your care provider for individualised advice, as this does not constitute medical advice as this is general education only. Body, Birth & Baby will not be liable for any losses/damage/ expenses/ injury as you should not be reliant on this information

Episode 32: Birth and Perinatal Trauma with Helen- Real Life Midwife

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 06:00:00 +1100

Helen is an Australian registered nurse, midwife and academic and current PhD Candidate. Following lived experiences with complex pregnancies, baby loss, IVF and preterm birth, Helen has undertaken additional training in perinatal and psychological trauma, and has strong research interests in perinatal mental health/trauma and its impacts. Her combined lived and professional understanding of perinatal trauma provides a strong position to work with both health care consumers/survivors of perinatal trauma, and clinicians to build understanding and capacity to respond to the needs and preferences of individuals with trauma exposure.

In this episode we discuss:

What is birth and perinatal trauma...
For those who have experienced birth and other perinatal trauma, where you can go for help and support
How we can best support people who have experienced birth and other trauma
Those who may dismiss their own trauma due their perception of other people having more severe trauma and not get the support they need
Strategies for people who are currently experiencing birth or other trauma

Plus so much more!

You can find Helen on instagram at @reallifemidwife her content is fantastic!

Motherhood Anonymous: HG, positive birth and breastfeeding, sleep challenges, identity shift, the juggle of career and motherhood and so much more!

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 +1100

In this episode, I discuss with a mother about her journey with her almost 2 year old, we discuss:

- Her incredibly challenging pregnancy with Hyperemesis Gravidarum (HG)
- Her positive birth and breastfeeding experience
- The challenges she had with her daughters sleep and split nights
- Challenges around trying to return to paid work and the challenges of balancing her career and responsive parenting and breastfeeding while working full-time
- Her favourite parts of being a Mum
- The struggle with identity shifts and the timeline of how she thought she 'should' feel
- Comparison in motherhood
PLUS so much more!

Episode 30: Mastitis with Kate from Lactamo

Tue, 24 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Kate Bird, mum of three, registered nurse and IBCLC.

Kate is a part of the team at Lactamo, a world first clinically validated solution for common breastfeeding problems. Lactamo uses the combination of temperature, movement and compression to facilitate gentle breast massage and lymphatic drainage. Supporting women through engorgement, blocked ducts, mastitis and low milk supply.

In this episode we discuss all things Blocked Ducts, Mastitis, Engorgement, the change in the research and the way we manage Mastitis as well as how the Lactamo ball can be helpful in navigating these common breastfeeding concerns.

For more information you can find Kate over at @lactamo on instagram and at
www.lactamo.com

Episode 29: MOTHERHOOD ANONYMOUS 2- Covid baby, difficult first experience- caesarean, feeding and sleep issues, vbac and more positive second experience

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +1000

In this episode I talk to a mother who speaks really vulnerably about her first experience where she had a lot of grief around needing a planned caesarean for a breech baby, where she had a baby in peak covid, with a lack of support. This experience was very challenging, she had a lot challenges with breastfeeding and sleep, and bonding to her first baby took time. She did a lot of work and then had a positive vbac birth with her second and a much more positive experience that she worked so hard for.
Thank you to this incredibly strong mother who is so raw about the high's and the low's she has had in her motherhood experience.

Episode 28: What you need to know about Babywearing with Sarah Marhi

Tue, 10 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Sarah is a single mother to 5 children and is passionate about educating families on babywearing as a practice and tool for connected parenting. She is a certified babywearing consultant with 8 years experience working in community.

In this episode, we discuss:

The benefits of Babywearing

What we can do to ensure we are safely baby wearing

The different types of baby carriers…

How we know what is going to be the right baby carrier for us

What we need to know about wearing our babies in a facing outward position

Plus so much more!

To reach out to Sarah for a consult and support you can find her at @sarahmahri.babywearing

Episode 27: Motherhood Anonymous- Matrescence, Postpartum Support, Breastfeeding, Relationship and Prolapse challenges

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 06:00:00 +1000

In this episode I talk to a first time Mum of a 4 month old baby boy.

We discuss:
- How she planned for motherhood and matrescence
- The amazing support she has had professionally and personally
- Physiological birth at home followed by many Breastfeeding Challenges
- Oxytocin high followed by a hormone crash
- Her baby boy being admitted to hospital with a rare infection
- The relationship struggles she had and how she navigated feeling so disconnected from her partner
- The emotional toll it took by discovering she had a prolapse
- The beautiful connection she had with her own mother in this new phase of her life
- The lessons she has learned
PLUS SO MUCH MORE

Episode 26: Welcome Back... Weaning and Life Update

Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:00:00 +1000

Welcome back to another series of podcast episodes!

This is a solo episode that talks about...

Weaning... how I weaned my 18.5 month old toddler, why I did it, my approach and how she coped with the weaning process...

Life update- including holidaying with a toddler

What's coming up on the podcast!

Enjoy!

Episode 25: Low sleep needs babies and societal pressures around sleep

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:00:00 +1100

Episode 25: Low Sleep Needs Babies & Societal pressures around sleep with Katie from Katie's Babies

Are you feeling overwhelmed with current sleep culture? Do you feel like you just can’t ‘perfect’ the cot day naps? Your baby just doesn’t sleep like the other babies you know and you feel overwhelmed by it all?

Then this episode is a MUST!

Katie and I talk about…

- Low sleep needs babies

- Strategies for parents with low sleep needs babies

- Comparison when it comes to sleep

- Biological normal infant sleep

- Societal expectations and pressures around sleep

- The mental load for mother’s and the lack of support

- The current ‘independence’ culture for babies

Plus so much more!

To see more of Katie's content and to get in touch head to:
https://katiesbabies.com.au/
@katies_babies

Episode 24: Mother's Groups reimagined with From Day One

Mon, 19 Feb 2024 18:00:00 +1100

From Day One is a space for mums navigating pregnancy and postpartum, with a primary focus on parental wellbeing and building community. Their first space is now open in Prahran, with a group space to connect with other parents, Mother's Groups with weekly guest speakers, and casual group sessions with access to specialists such as lactation, sleep, nutritionists, counsellors and psychologists.

In this episode we discuss:

What is From Day One...
How Keshia and Ariel came up with the idea...
The amazing services they are offering women
All about Mother’s groups at From Day One and what makes them so unique
The most common themes of what women most found they needed postpartum and how they wished they prepared

To find From Day One go to:
https://www.fromdayone.com.au/
Find them on instagram @fromdayone

Episode 23: Night weaning... our experience

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 06:00:00 +1100

This episode is a solo episode where I talk you through our night weaning experience so far... the high's, the low's and everything in between

Episode 22: Solo episode... low sleep needs babies, navigating work, motherhood and more

Tue, 30 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +1100

This is a solo episode answering your questions from instagram, in this episode we discuss...

Low sleep needs baby- what did naps look like for us early on, where are we at today
How do I balance work with a low sleep needs baby
How I set boundaries around work etc
Breastfeeding after 12 months- what does it look like
How we as a partnership navigate the mental load
Friendships since becoming a mum

Episode 21: Nutrition in Pregnancy with Renee from Nurture the Seed

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:00:00 +1100

Renee is a clinical dietitian who specialises in preconception, pregnancy and postpartum nutrition. She is the author of Nurture the Seed: Your evidenced-based guide to prenatal nutrition. She has a strong research foundation and utilises a ‘wholefood’ approach to pregnancy nutrition. Renee is also the mother of two young children and is a passionate home cook who loves connecting people through food.

In this episode we discuss:

The foods that women should be aiming to eat in pregnancy for a well balanced diet
The amount of food that women should consume in pregnancy
Food ideas women may be able to eat in pregnancy if they are nauseous
Foods women should aim to incorporate preconception, to ensure they are well nourished heading in to pregnancy
Iron rich foods for preconception and pregnancy
Navigating the overwhelm of supplements
Labour snacks that women can have to help sustain them in labour

You can find Renee on instagram at @nurturetheseed
Her website is:
https://www.nurturetheseed.com.au/
Check out her book here:
https://www.nurturetheseed.com.au/shop/p/nurture-the-seed

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Episode 20: Reflecting on a year of motherhood with Amber

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 09:00:00 +1100

I this episode I discuss:

Our first year, month by month overview
Our sleep journey
What sleep looks like for us now
How I have managed to stop doing a contact nap during the day
Managing a low sleep needs baby
Our solids journey
What has made a big difference to our solids journey
How our breastfeeding journey is going
What my plans are with breastfeeding
What I would do differently next time
What surprised me about myself in motherhood

Plus so much more!

Episode 19: Unsettled Babies with Dr Eliza Hannam

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Eliza is a GP who has specialised in womens health and perinatal/ postpartum care, board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) and Possums Neuroprotective Developmental Care (NDC) accredited practitioner.

She is also a Mum of 3, and her children are 7, 5 and 19 months old.

In this episode, we discuss:

What a normal amount of crying in babies is...
How to know when the amount of crying is excessive and needs medical review
What health professionals you can see if you're concerned about your baby
Some common causes that parents should know about that could be impacting babies being so unsettled
Strategies for parents with unsettled babies

Plus so much more!

You can find Dr Eliza Hannam at
www.drelizahannam.com.au instagram@dr.eliza.hannam and @nurturedmedical

Episode 18: Bodywork with Gabrielle Brennan

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +1100

As a Nurse, Midwife, and Personal Trainer operating out of Malvern East, VIC, Gabrielle’s approach is shaped by a deep concern over the prevalence of unnecessary interventions in the birth space.

Her journey through the medical profession has led her to a profound appreciation for the innate wisdom our bodies and babies showcase in physiological birth, reinforcing her belief in our intrinsic ability to navigate our own labour.

Gabrielle offers tailored bodywork that gently prepares the external pelvic space, fostering conditions favourable for spontaneous labour and progress.

Hear Gabrielle share her expertise on Body, Birth and Baby, and discover how she empowers women to trust in the natural birthing process.

For more insight into Gabrielle’s methods and success stories, visit www.glorrilabourbodywork.com.au and follow her socials @g.lorri.labourbodywork for guidance on a path to an empowered birth.”

In this episode, we discuss:

Bodywork in pregnancy…
Signs women should look out for that may indicate they would benefit from body work
At what point in pregnancy bodywork is beneficial
How Gabrielle prepare's women for birth who have had a history of an intervention birth based on baby's position
The most optimal things a woman can do in pregnancy to try to have a physiological vaginal birth
What to do if baby's head isn't engaged...
Strategies women can have in labour if their labour is stalling or if there are concerns of baby’s position...

Plus so much more!

Episode 17: Creating loving boundaries around sleep with Katie from Katie's Babies

Tue, 07 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Katie is a registered midwife, a mum of 4, and a certified holistic infant sleep coach who believes in coaxing a love of sleep, through attachment, honesty, respect & fun. Katie balances the value of attachment parenting practices, breastfeeding, baby-wearing and co-sleeping, with mindful respect that each family has their own unique aims, challenges and priorities when it comes to a good night’s rest. Katie has supported countless families; guiding them through the easy and gradual steps towards achieving better sleep for their babies while gaining confidence in their own happy styles of parenting.

In this episode, we discuss:

Creating gentle boundaries without sleep training
How we can lovingly begin to move away from contact naps
How we can implement some other ways of supporting our baby to go to sleep
What we can do if our baby hates the cot..
Strategies for babies who are very frequently waking overnight

You can find Katie at:

YouTube- @katiesbabies3736
https://youtube.com/@katiesbabies3736?si=04vpwvZ_-lWYUn0x

Website
www.katiesbabies.com.au

Seaford Early Parenting Drop-in group

Every Tuesday
10.30 - 1pm
Liefde Wellness Centre
56 Hartnett Drive
Seaford

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All listeners can receive an exclusive $10 off using the code BODYBIRTHBABY10

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Episode 16: Q+A with Amber

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +1100

In this episode, I answer your questions...

I discuss:

- Positive induction & labour techniques
- How to manage the final weeks of pregnancy
- Why is breastfeeding so hard?
- How to get out with a baby
- Mum hacks/ business hacks
- Our life update...

Episode 15: Preparing for a positive Caesarean Birth with Dr Natalie Elphinstone

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Dr Natalie Elphinstone is an Obstetrician working on The Mornington Peninsula. She has witnessed the birth of over 1500 babies and believes in supporting women and families to make individual choices that feel right for them. And if that choice involves a caesarean section, then she’s a keen advocate for making that the best possible version of a caesarean birth it can be!

Her videos of Maternal and Partner Assisted Caesareans have gone viral on Instagram (@drnatalieelphinstone) prompting discussions with healthcare providers all around the world, and inspiring no less than at least 7 other countries to follow her lead so far.

In this episode, we discuss:

An overview of what to expect in a caesarean birth
If someone is wanting a maternal assisted caesarean, what does that mean and who can access it
Ways you can create a calm, positive environment for a planned caesarean
What options people have in 'emergency' or unplanned caesareans

You can find Natalie at:
@drnatalieelphinstone on instagram or at
https://www.drnatalieelphinstone.com.au/

Episode 14: Yoga in Pregnancy and Postpartum with Felicity from Avocado Baby

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Felicity is a mum of 3 girls, & wife to the wonderful Tom. She leads pre and postnatal yoga classes, and is a qualified Hypnobirthing Australia™ practitioner, teaching the "Positive Birth Program" on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula in Victoria. Felicity is also a qualified yoga instructor, with additional qualifications in both pre and postnatal yoga. She offers classes for women to come together in a safe and intimate environment, empowering them through the pregnancy and postpartum journey. She helps women prepare mentally and physically for the stages of pregnancy, birth and motherhood, as well as restoring and nurturing body and mind.

In this episode, we discuss:

The physical and emotional benefits of doing yoga in pregnancy
Prenatal yoga for back and pelvic pain
The way prenatal yoga can prepare you for birth
The benefits of doing yoga postpartum
Identity shifts in motherhood
Community and connection in pregnancy and postpartum

You can find Felicity over at:
avocadobaby_pregnancy on instagram
https://www.avocadobaby.com.au/

Disclaimer: The information in this episode is general education only, see your care provider for individualised advice for your own pregnancy

Episode 13: Reducing fear around birth with Hannah Willsmore

Tue, 10 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Hannah Willsmore is a Registered/Endorsed Midwife, IBCLC and award-winning childbirth educator based in Adelaide, South Australia. With experience in a range of hospitals and maternity settings, her qualifications and knowledge give her the insight to help women achieve a positive pregnancy, birth and early parenting journey. She has completed further studies in hypnobirthing, graduated as a Life Coach, and gained postgraduate midwifery qualifications. Hannah is also the host of the informative Changing Birth Podcast. Hannah’s passion for education & holistic, evidence-based care has guided her to build an array of midwifery services available locally & remotely. Whether you’re looking for antenatal & postnatal in-home midwifery, hypnobirthing courses or phone consultations - she offers exceptional support with a down-to-earth attitude!

In this episode we discuss:

Hannah's advice to someone who's pregnant and terrified of giving birth
Tips and strategies for people to do in pregnancy to work through their fears of birth
How mindfulness/ meditation and breath work have a role in reducing fear around birth
The impact your care provider has on reducing fear around birth
Preparation is key, what might birth preparation look like...
End of pregnancies fears such as big baby, and perineal tearing… how women can work through these fears

You can find Hannah at:
https://www.hannahwillsmore.com/

Hannah's favourite books:

Reclaiming Childbirth as a rite of passage- Rachel Reed
The Complete Australian Guide to Pregnancy and Birth by Sophie Walker from Australian Birth Stories & Jodi Wilson
Ina May Gaskin

Episode 12: Navigating the return to paid work with Lily from Launch Mama

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:00:00 +1100

Lily Eid is a certified Career Practitioner, Mum, and Founder of Launch Mama. She is also a trained Organisational Psychologist, and has worked in various Human Resources Management and Organisational Development roles. Her business, Launch Mama, is all about helping Mums return to work with confidence and discover a new career pathway that complements their genius, values, and soul’s purpose. Supporting Mums through these major transitions is Lily’s passion – she loves the work she does, and wants the same for fellow Mums.

When Lily isn’t coaching and counselling Mums, she is playing soccer and marbles, singing and dancing with Freddie, as well as cooking and watching TV shows with her husband, Tony. Lily also loves spending time with close family and friends, mixing music, painting, and interpreting birth charts.

In this episode, we discuss:

What paid parental leave looks like here in Australia
What conversations people should have with their partners/ employers about their paid parental leave and return to work
Lacking confidence re-entering the workforce after parental leave and how we can best manage these thoughts and feelings
The identity shift in parenthood and what to do if people feel their previous job doesn’t align with them anymore
Lily's best tips to ease back into the transition to paid work

You can find Lily at:

Episode 11: Bottle feeding a Breastfed Baby with Susie Prout

Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:00:00 +1000

Susie Prout is a registered midwife and international board certified lactation consultant. She is a mum of 3 little ones and currently lives between Perth and Indonesia. Susie runs an online breastfeeding success membership to help you step by step to learn how to breastfeed with ease.

In this episode, we discuss:

When we should introduce a bottle to a breastfed baby
What we need to be mindful of when implementing the bottle
The possibility of breast refusal when implementing bottles too often or too early
Bottle Refusal Tips
Other options for babies who won’t take a bottle
Tips for babies who are distracted when feeding

You can find Susie on instagram at @susieproutlactation and at
https://www.susieproutlactation.com/
Susie also runs a podcast- The Australian Breastfeeding Podcast
https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-australian-breastfeeding-podcast/id1479811818

This week’s episode is proudly brought to you by Bubba Bump. Bubba Bump is a destination for pregnancy, postpartum and beyond, with a focus on nurturing mother’s in The Fourth Trimester. Bubba Bump recognises the importance of preparing for postpartum recovery and they have everything you need! Their high quality products have been endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives. Personally, I got the Labour Prep and Postpartum Recovery Box, and loved it, as it’s so convenient to get everything you need in one box as opposed to having to source different products, Bubba Bump does it all for you. Head to the Bubba Bump website, the link is in the show notes to shop all of your pregnancy and postpartum needs.
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Episode 10: The role of a Birth Doula with Sarah from Nurtured Birth

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Episode 10: The role of a Birth Doula with Sarah from Nurtured Birth

Sarah Goldberg

Nurtured Birth was born in 2010 when I returned to Australia after 15 years of living abroad. In that time I had travelled, lived, loved, studied, worked and become a mum. Deeply experiencing life among many people and cultures.

In 2006 after all the travelling I settled down and became a mother to my beautiful boy who was born at home in the mountains of Peru. His birth was one of the most challenging and glorious experiences of my life, showing me the depths of who I am and the challenges birth and early mothering bring. I have journeyed with difficult times postnatally which has enabled me to share this empathy in my work.

During my 5 years living in Peru I had the privilege to be exposed to ancient birthing traditions and holistic wisdom. I became fascinated by pregnancy and birth. Through my own birth experience and what I saw on my return to Australia, I realised there was a gap between what today’s birth culture offers and what women need for healthy, positive birth experiences. I felt intensely drawn to offer holistic and nurtured support to fill this gap which is so vulnerable.

My background in holistic care began with my training in 1999. I studied in a variety of massage techniques including Swedish, relaxation, traditional Thai and Ayurvedic massage. I undertook many years of meditation practice and training. Holistic healing, body awareness, Reiki and mindfulness deeply underpin all my practice. As a certified massage therapist I focused my skills in pregnancy, induction, breech position, labour and postnatal body work.

Nurtured Birth has come full circle since its inception. It has grown organically to support a collective vision and passion, attracting people who bring their special blend of wisdom and support to Nurtured Birth. Over the hundreds of births I’ve attended and the thousand plus women the clinic has supported, this has become so much more than I ever anticipated and imagined. But it only goes to show it was satiating a deep need in our birthing culture today in Melbourne.

In this episode we discuss:

What a doula is...
Reasons people may seek out a doula
What sessions in pregnancy would involve to prepare for birth with a doula
The role of a doula n the birth room
The role of the doula in the early postpartum period
Birth debriefing
What a Bliss Plan is...
How doula's work collaboratively with other health professionals

You can find Sarah on instagram at @nurturedbirthmelbourne and at https://nurturedbirth.com.au/

This week’s episode is proudly brought to you by Bubba Bump. Bubba Bump is a destination for pregnancy, postpartum and beyond, with a focus on nurturing mother’s in The Fourth Trimester. Bubba Bump recognises the importance of preparing for postpartum recovery and they have everything you need! Their high quality products have been endorsed by the Australian College of Midwives. Personally, I got the Labour Prep and Postpartum Recovery Box, and loved it, as it’s so convenient to get everything you need in one box as opposed to having to source diffe

Episode 9: Weaning with Liv from Bloom Lactation

Tue, 12 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Episode 9: Weaning with Liv from Bloom Lactation

Liv is a Registed Nurse/midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and mum of two. Her passion for educating and empowering women through their feeding journey is what sparked her creation of Bloom Lactation. Based in Melbourne, Liv enjoys helping women both prevent and troubleshoot various breastfeeding issues offering both in home and online consults.

In this episode we discuss:

How we can start the process of weaning in the context of a baby who’s feeding regularly
How to manage needing to wean quickly
Physical signs to be aware of and look out for when weaning
Navigating weaning a toddler
Supporting a Mother who’s baby is self weaning who wasn’t ready for their breastfeeding journey to end...

Liv has such incredible tips about weaning, you can find Liv over at @bloomlactation_ on instagram

Episode 8: Navigating sleep with her 3rd baby as a Midwife/ IBCLC and Sleep Consultant with Mel from Cocoon and Cradle

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Melissa Hays is the founder of Cocoon & Cradle - offering breastfeeding and sleep support, as well as her signature course Sleep Made Simple: How Breastfeeding Mums Can Get More Sleep Without Sleep Training. She is uniquely qualified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), Holistic Sleep Coach, Paediatric Nurse, Midwife and mum of 3.

In this episode we discuss:

- How Mel got to where she is today as a Midwife/ IBCLC/ Paediatric Nurse and a Holistic Sleep Coach
- Her experience with sleep with her first baby
- How she manages day and night sleep with her third baby
- Breastsleeping and safe bed sharing
- Tips for parent's struggling with sleep deprivation without sleep training
Plus so much more!

Resources:

Safe Infant Sleep by James McKenna book
Red nose website for safe Bed Sharing information
https://rednose.org.au/

You can find Mel at:
https://www.cocoonandcradle.com/
Instagram:
@cocoonandcradle

Episode 7: Postpartum doula's and how to nourish your postpartum with Charlotte, The Living Doula

Tue, 29 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Charlotte is a Mother, doula, space holder, educator and meaning maker. She is a talented nurturer who has dedicated her life to supporting, uplifting and cheering on women in many different arenas. She is based on the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria however works with women and families from all over the world.

In this episode, we discuss:

What a postpartum doula is
Reasons women should seek out a postpartum doula...
What a postpartum visit may look like...
How we can help women change the narrative around ‘being productive postpartum’ and ‘trying to do it all’, and we can overcome barriers around seeking support for these reasons...
The key things women should be focusing on to nourish themselves physically and emotionally postpartum
How women can best set themselves up for postpartum

You can find Charlotte at @thelivingdoula
https://www.thelivingdoula.com/

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Episode 6: Optimal Maternal Positioning with Midwife Lauretta

Tue, 22 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1000

This episode is with Lauretta - midwife, mum & birth educator

Lauretta helps women & birthing people feel capable & confident for every birth - with mindset, knowledge & practical in person & online classes. Lauretta loves to support women in pregnancy & post birth through the practice of acuneedling. As well as sharing her holistic approach with other midwives & birth workers through online workshops.

In this episode we discuss:

What optimal maternal positioning is and what the benefits are...
What positioning and techniques you can be doing in late pregnancy in the lead up to labour
The importance of being active in labour and some positions that are beneficial
Techniques and strategies if labour is stalling
Mindset in labour and reframing pain

You can find Lauretta on instagram at @midwifelauretta or at https://midwifelauretta.com.au/

This episode is brought to you by Womb to World, for more information, head to:
https://holisticbirthbabycourse.thinkific.com/courses/wombtoworld

Episode 5: Managing Sleep and Breastfeeding in The Fourth Trimester and Beyond

Tue, 15 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Jessica Kahan is a registered midwife, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), and is also qualified as a Neurodevelopmental Care Practitioner and can assist families to improve infant sleep while supporting this crucial period of neurodevelopment in the infant’s life. She educates parents to support their babies and toddlers sleep via a gentle approach that supports responsive and attachment parenting in her sleep and breastfeeding clinic ‘Holistic Lactation Consulting’.

In this episode, we discuss:

How the possums approach to sleep differs from traditional sleep approaches

What is biologically normal for sleep in newborns and babies in The First year

tips to cope with sleep around this time

can I get my partner do a feed overnight?

how we can get more sleep in a way that supports exclusive breastfeeding without sleep training…

navigating day naps…

You can find Jess at:

https://holisticlcs.com.au/

Or at @holistic_lactation_consulting

For more information on Womb to World see:
https://holisticbirthbabycourse.thinkific.com/courses/wombtoworld

Episode 4: Postpartum Recovery with The Mama Physio

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Jess Kostos is an Advanced Practice Pelvic Health Physio, Pilates Educator and a mama-to-be. She is known to many as “The Mama Physio” on social media too. Jess has over 10 years of experience in Australia and the UK, in both the public and private systems and loves working with women through motherhood. She is passionate about empowering women to take control of their health and well-being by providing them with high quality, evidence-based services.

In this episode we discuss:

What we can do in pregnancy to help optimise our physical postpartum recovery
What we can be doing to optimise our recovery and our pelvic floor health, in the immediate few days post birth
The most important things to focus on for our recovery in the first 6 weeks
What you need to know about recovery shorts/ leggings/ tubi grip etc
Why should we see a women’s health pelvic floor physio postpartum and what should the timing of that visit be...
What we need to know about return to exercise

You can find Jess on instagram at @the.mama.physio and at https://themamaphysio.com.au/

BONUS EPISODE: How to prepare for Breastfeeding

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1000

It's World Breastfeeding Week... in celebration... I have done a bonus mini episode for you talking all things preparing for breastfeeding!

Episode Resources:

Liquid Gold Breastfeeding Courses:

Discount code WBW15 for 15% off, offer ends 8th of August 2023

https://holisticbirthbabycourse.thinkific.com/courses/Liquid-gold-breastfeedingcourse

Postnatal plan template:

https://www.bodybirthandbaby.com.au/birthbabyeducation

Episode 3: Safety and Play in The Fourth Trimester and Beyond with Claire from Safe Hands Parenting

Tue, 01 Aug 2023 06:00:00 +1000

Claire is a maternal child health nurse/midwife, mum of two young girls and founder of Safe Hands Early Parenting. Claire is passionate about helping others to feel seen, supported and confident about their life as a new parent.

In this episode we discuss:

Car safety for newborns, sun shades and toys in the car
Tips for if your baby hates the car
Sun safety
Safe sleep environment
Tummy time
How to incorporate play for babies
& so much more

You can find Claire at @safehandsparenting on instagram and at:
https://safehandsparenting.com.au/

Episode Resources:

https://www.kidsafevic.com.au/

https://www.instagram.com/reel/ClsICwQDcOZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Episode 2: Birth Preparation and How to push out a baby

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 06:00:00 +1000

In this episode, I'm joined by Charlotte, a pelvic floor physio to talk all things birth preparation.

Charlotte completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy at Monash University in 2012 and her post graduate certificate in pelvic floor rehabilitation at Melbourne University. She has worked in both the public and private sector in Australia and in London, where she worked in one of the largest women and men’s health physiotherapy teams in the UK. She has extensive experience in treating women and men with bladder and bowel problems, prolapse, and pelvic or sexual pain.

Charlotte’s love for pelvic health started early in her career, which took her travelling to Ethiopia to volunteer and observe at Catherine Hamlin’s fistula clinic and also to parts of Tanzania. She is very dedicated to continuing her professional development and has completed further specialist courses in rectal balloon training, persistent pelvic pain and bladder pain syndrome.

Charlotte is passionate about educating women and men about their pelvic floor and empowering them to be able to achieve their goals with confidence.

In this episode, we discuss:

The benefit of having your pelvic floor checked in pregnancy and what’s involved in a pelvic floor assessment
How we can prepare for birth in pregnancy
Perineal massage- the benefits and when to start
How do we actually do perineal massage?
How to push out a baby

& so much more

Resources from the episode:

Perineal massage evidence:

https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00192-020-04302-8

Book:
Birth Skills Juju Sundin

Video of perineal massage:

https://www.instagram.com/tv/CQdYOpvjwhN/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Lubricant for perineal massage Charlotte recommends- Olive & Bee

You can find Charlotte on instagram @mp_family_physio
https://www.mpfp.net.au/

Episode 1: Nourishing your body Postpartum with Jessamy from Mindful Midwife Mama

Tue, 18 Jul 2023 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode, I'm joined by Jessamy from Mindful Midwife Mama.

Jessamy is a midwife, nutrition consultant and mama. She is the creator of Mindful Midwife Mama, where she supports women from preconception through to postpartum to feel informed, supported, nourished, energised & thrive in their own motherhood experience.

In this episode we discuss:

The key nutrients our bodies require postpartum
Food sources and ideas to nourish our bodies postpartum
How we can best set ourselves up for this time...
Postnatal depletion- the things we can do to try to avoid it
What we should be looking out for with postnatal depletion and where to get help

Plus so much more!

You can find Jessamy
@mindfulmidwifemama on instagram
https://www.mindfulmidwifemama.com.au/

Resources:

Books

The Postnatal Depletion Cure- Dr Oscar Serrallach

Life After Birth- Jessica Prescott & Vaughne Geary

Village for Mama- Postpartum recipe book by Leila Armour

Introduction Episode

Sun, 16 Jul 2023 19:00:00 +1000

Hi, I'm Amber, welcome to Bloom with Body, Birth & Baby!

This episode is an introduction episode, you will learn all about how I became a Midwife and Lactation Consultant and my journey of starting my business Body, Birth & Baby and what this podcast Bloom with Body, Birth & Baby is all about!

I hope you love it,

Amber

Show Notes:

Link to my Birth Story...

https://australianbirthstories.com/podcast/episode-391/