For Jess, the journey through pregnancy and birth was defined by anxiety and a constant fear that she wouldn't make it to the end with a healthy baby. The fear that something would go wrong at any moment prevented her and her partner from enjoying any aspects of pregnancy and whilst Jess is so thankful for her amazing support network of family, friends and midwives, accepting help from them - even from her partner, presented its own challenges.

Jess shares with us her experience of how important it is to prioritise our mental health and seek support throughout this journey of huge transformation and upheaval, and she reminds us that whilst anxiety and fears can lead us to expect the worst, the chances are, everything is going to be ok. We talk about mental health, anxiety and a dramatic experience with a ventouse.