Be Still Be Aware

In today's episode we chat virtually with a host of industry experts and friends of Still Aware to talk about all things research. Along with Claire, on today's episode we have Professor Vicki Flenady, the Director of the NHMRC/Centre of Research Excellence in Stillbirth, Leigh Brezler, CEO of the Stillbirth Foundation Australia, and Dr Miranda Davies-Tuck, a NHMRC/Stillbirth CRE Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Perinatal Epidemiologist at the Hudson Institute of Medical Research (Ritchie Cen...

In today's episode we chat virtual with Emma Cransberg and Lauren Hewes about all things pelvic floor! Both Lauren (who you may recognize from our previous episode) and Emma are extremely knowledgeable in all things health, fitness, and physio, so today you'll get an in-depth understanding of not just what is a pelvic floor, but how to do pelvic floor exercises, what changes to expect during pregnancy, and much more. This episode is particularly useful for those who are expecting or plan...

In today's episode we chat virtually with mother, pilates instructor, post-natal exercise consultant, and conversation starter, Lauren Hewes. Lauren shares with us her personal journey through her pregnancy, as well as the heartbreaking loss of her beautiful baby, Alex. We also delve deep into topics such as:• Physical exercise and healing.• Tiny steps to feel your body after loss, and;• Connecting with your body after birth regardless of the outcome. Thank you so, so much for taking th...

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In today's episode we delve deep with Emma Bowes. Emma shares with us her personal journey with her beautiful daughter Elke, who was tragically born still at 36 weeks. Some topics we touch on today are:• Stillbirth, and what it is like to introduce your baby to their siblings.• How to make memories with your baby• What hindsight can teach us about pregnancy• The power within, and;• How to communicate with your baby in pregnancy. For those that don't know, Emma also ran a fundraiser for Still ...

In this episode, we talk with mother, wife, advocate, academic, volunteer, consumer advisory board member, AND our long time friend Dr. Danielle Pollock. Some key takeaways you'll be able to listen in on today are:- Danielle & baby Sophia's story- Pregnancy after loss- How to advocate for yourself in pregnancy- What is stigma in stillbirth?- How to cope with stigma- How does stigma affect the community at large?For many years Danielle has graced Still Aware with her knowledge, guidance, a...

Today Claire chats with mother, midwife, and owner of Bump & Mind, Jamie Logan. We are extremely grateful to have Jamie on the show not just because she is a long-time friend and volunteer of Still Aware, but her knowledge and experience in midwifery and hypnotherapy will be hugely valuable for all listeners of this episode, particularly those who are expecting. Today we discuss:• All things calm birth, hypnobirthing, and beyond.• How to connect with your body and baby in pregnancy• ...

Welcome to Episode 11 of Be Still Be Aware as we chat with our friend Mary Coustas. Otherwise known as 'Effie' from her previous roles in television and comedy, Mary is a remarkable woman and her story is not to be missed. In this episode we speak about:- Mary's journey through IVF and what it means to face attempt after attempt. - Stillbirth, and what to do when your life is turned upside-down. - How to find love amongst grief, and;- Hope, and life after loss. Thank you Mary f...

How do you advocate for your baby when no-one listens? How should we communicate with our care providers during pregnancy? How do you find joy after a loss? We answer all of these questions are more as Claire chats with mother, media personality, and advocate Bree Amer. This conversation is not to be missed for any expectant parent!Thank you for joining us Bree, and special thank you to Variety SA for sponsoring this episode. _________________________________________________________...

In this episode we chat with mum, wife, advocate, and sister to Still Aware CEO Claire, Nerida Box, as we shed light on stillbirth from the perspective of family. Some topics we chat about today are:- What is it like to watch a sibling/family member lose their baby to stillbirth?- How do you support a loved one through pregnancy loss?- Following your intuition in pregnancy- How to advocate for yourself in pregnancyWe also chat about Nerida's own pregnancy journey which is full ups and do...