In this special episode I speak to Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist Tejal Amin, who specialises in early pregnancy and miscarriage, about pregnancy loss, the causes, the signs and symptoms, the factors that can increase risk, common misconceptions and available support. I am also joined by my good friend Alice Haig, who tells us her story of conceiving and pregnancy losses.  

Charities that were mentioned in this episode are: 

Tommy's - https://www.tommys.org/

The Miscarriage association - https://www.miscarriageassociation.org.uk/

Cradle - https://cradlecharity.org/

Relate - https://www.relate.org.uk/

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There must be something in the water at Is It Normal HQ! First Issy now our regular Obstetrician Jess Mcmicking is expecting!  She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pregnancy and how she's preparing for birth.

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*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 

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Becoming a new mum throws up so many new thoughts, feelings and responsibilities and we're navigating possibly the biggest change in our lives.  We’re also bombarded with advice from friends, family & even strangers on the bus! All that while being extremely sleep deprived… so it’s not surprising that new mums often feel overwhelmed and anxious. In this episode I am joined by Anna Mathur is a psychotherapist and bestselling author of Mind over Mother to give us some tips on how to navigate the stresses of being a new mum.

Anna's new book is ‘The Little Book of Calm for New Mums’

Anna mentions some brilliant charities:

Pandas - https://pandasfoundation.org.uk/

Mind - https://www.mind.org.uk/

Tommy's - https://www.mind.org.uk/

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This episode is all about Hyperemesis gravidarum, extreme sickness in pregnancy. I speak to Caitlin Dean, the chair of the charity Pregnancy Sickness Support, who explains why more research and awareness about this debilitating syndrome is so important, she also gives some brilliant tips and advice for people suffering with it. 

My friend Perdita Nouril also joins me to tell us her story of having HG in both her pregnancies. 

For more info visit: 

www.pregnancysicknesssupport.org.uk

Helpline: 024 7638 2020

Pregnancy Sickness Support is the only UK charity dedicated to supporting people affected by Nausea and Vomiting in Pregnancy and Hyperemesis Gravidarum. We are also working to train and support Health Care Professionals across the UK and Ireland and research into the cause and treatment of the condition. 

Caitlin also mentioned Maternity Action - https://maternityaction.org.uk/

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In this episode we hear from pelvic health physiotherapist Jo Gipson about the importance of good pelvic health for postpartum recovery.

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In this episode we hear from our regular midwife Issy Bourton who is now herself pregnant! She tells us about what it's like to be on the other side, how she has found pregnancy and how she's preparing for birth.

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Osteopath Daniel Stuttard explains the benefits of osteopathy in pregnancy, postpartum and for newborn babies.  

Daniel mentioned the Osteopathic Centre for Children which works on a donate what you can basis.

More info: https://www.occ.uk.com/

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*This podcast is intended as an informative discussion around general issues related to pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. If you have any questions or concerns relating to your health and pregnancy it is important to contact your midwife or GP. 

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What do you REALLY need when you've given birth and can barely remember to brush your teeth let alone eat 3 meals a day? Food glorious food, and plenty of it.

On this episode chef and founder of The Food Doula, Kate Longden explains what are the best foods to eat postpartum and what you can do to prepare for the all important fourth trimester.

Kate is a Chef, home cooking coach and the founder of The Food Doula, a food delivery service offering edible support to those who need it most. Launched in 2018,The Food Doula has fed thousands of people in their post partum, with nourishing, delicious food to heal and satisfy.

For more information visit:

www.thefooddoula.co.uk

IG @fooddoula 

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Doula Aimee Hamblyn talks about the role of a doula and how they can help during pregnancy, birth and postnatally. 

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Lactation consultant Kathryn Stagg joins me in this episode to talk all about breastfeeding. We discuss some of the common issues you might face and she gives some helpful advice for dealing with over supply, under supply, cracked nipples and getting the right latch.

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