This weeks episode is all about setting mothers up for success if a caesarean is their chosen and/or needed mode of birth. Our non-negotiables stem from both the girls' professional expertise as midwives and additional layers from Lil’s lived experience. We recommend also listening to our episode on Hospital Stay without your Partner for some extra helpful tips to support your stay and recovery. Product wise Lilly loved the Bare Mum Compression Undies and Lululemon align bike pants. Send this on to someone you know who’s planning a caesarean birth or a friend who just wants to go into birth with eyes wide open for all options. 

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Today Lil and Beth (and Alfie) chat candidly about how Beth is going with two kids 6 months in. Relative to the duality that is the hectic and heaven of motherhood Beth’s 6 month old joins us for the chat due to - life. We hope you enjoy! 

We touch on themes of mental health, if you need additional support check in with your GP and see resources at Panda for support in the first 12 months.  

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Today’s episode is all about optimising your breastfeeding. As usual Beth and Lil both draw from their knowledge as midwives and also as mothers who have and are both currently breastfeeding. 

You might also find Newborn Care 101 helpful. If you are struggling with your breastfeeding journey we see you and want to support you. Connect with your midwife and an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant IBCLC for more tailored care. Australian Breastfeeding Association have so many amazing resources and a peer helpline. Breastfeeding Helpline: 1800 mum 2 mum | 1800 686 268

Today’s episode is proudly sponsored by  iL Tutto. iL Tutto is Australia’s most sought-after household name for high quality, stylish, and functional Nursery Chairs alongside their range of award-winning CoZee Co-sleeper Bassinets, cots with matching chests and baby sleepwear. iL Tutto is here to support all parents on their feeding, sleep and comforting journey without compromising style. You can get 20% off with code growing20 - trust us you won’t regret this purchase! 

T&Cs: 20% off full price items only, cannot be used with other promotions. Valid until April 15, 2025. Excludes already discounted items, furniture packs and gift cards. 

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Today’s episode the girls welcome Bree from Possums to talk all things SLEEP. We all want it but we can’t necessarily always get it. We know it’s a big and contentious topic so we love how Bree held our hands through talking all things sleep what’s normal, what’s to be expected and how to make it work for you and your family. 

The Possums Clinic supports families with feeding, sleep and unsettled infant behaviour challenges. Their belief that families are the true experts of their little ones, empowering them to make informed choices that best suit their unique needs, offers a refreshing and transformative approach to parenthood. Offering consultations in-person and via Telehealth nationwide, they aim to remain as accessible as possible to families. 

Find Bree and the Possums

Team @possumsclinic_brisbane or at www.thepossumsclinic.com.au

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We know we know, it’s an incredibly expensive time to be alive. The girls aim to reframe the concept of postpartum spending and saving some pennies for practical and thoughtful tools. We hope you might consider investing your resources back into yourself: think cleaning and laundry services, postpartum doulas, physio and so much more. The goal is a few less swaddles and rattles and a bit more focus on supporting families through the postpartum transition. We think you’re well and truly worth it. 

Postpartum stays:

Homb - Melbourne https://homb.com.au

Bourne - Sydney https://www.borne.au

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Today Beth and Lilly discuss optimising your hospital stay when you can’t have a support person with you. This episode is targeted at families who are anticipating those first few nights in hospital with their baby and is full of simple tips and tricks to make this stay work for your needs despite not having your favourite cuddle buddy. 

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Today Beth and Lilly talk all things newborn care. With hopes to normalise, reduce fear and create reassurance by chatting through topics such as newborn sleep, feeding, output, settling techniques and red flags so you can sink in and enjoy your newborn bubble. 

This episode is general in nature and should not be considered as health advice. If you have concerns about your health or health of your baby consult your relevant care provider. 

This episode is proudly sponsored by Mini + Me Hydramama. Use our code GROWING20 for 20% off your next purchase at krumbledfoods.com/collections/hydramama 

Health hotlines 

Call 1800 022 222 to speak to a registered nurse 24/7 (This free service is available in all Australian states and territories except Queensland) 

In Victoria, this service is known as NURSE-ON-CALL 

13 HEALTH 13 43 25 for Queensland 

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Surprise! Bonus episode. This is a little insight into what Beth and Lilly are hoping to bring into the year and what they’re ready to let go of - both collectively and personally. We hope you enjoy and can’t wait to hear your ins and outs over on oh Instagram. 

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In today’s episode Lilly and Beth debrief and unpack the thoughts and feelings after Lil’s emergency caesarean. We also chat about some tangible and helpful modifications Lil and her midwife implemented in the coming days and weeks to support both her physical and emotional recovery. 

We encourage you to reach out for help from your GP, midwife or child health nurse if you feel you would benefit from additional support in processing your experience in regard to birth or the postpartum transition. 

Some helpful links and resources:

Panda is dedicated to supporting the mental health and wellbeing of expecting, new and growing families. Through a range of information, services and programs during pregnancy and the first 12 months of a new baby. Helpline: 1300 726 306

TheGidget foundationexists to support the emotional wellbeing of expectant and new parents to ensure they receive timely, appropriate and specialist care.

Heart and Womb counselling offers tailored perinatal support by registered midwife and counsellor Amy. 

The Australiasian Birth Trauma are committed to supporting women, their partners and their families who experience trauma in pregnancy, birth or the postpartum period you can find them hereBirth Trauma Australia 

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Beth shares her experience of transitioning from one to two kids. What this reality *actually* looked like for her, what caught her by surprise and of course all the good that comes with growing your family. This episode is a great listen for us all, plenty of practical and tangible tools in particular for our parents getting ready to welcome another beautiful baby into their arms. Spoiler: the heart grows with you. 

Some of the resources mentioned in todays episode include Book about being a big sister. Beth loved Dinner Ladiesas ready-made home style cooking delivery service. 

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