Growing

Are you considering a sea change? In this episode Beth answers questions submitted by her online community about what it’s been like to move from the city to the coast. 

Topics include: 

And so much more. 

If you are thinking about making a big change for your family this episode is a great resource. 

Keen to connect with Beth? Follow her on Instagram @birthwithbeth_ or jump over to her website www.birthwithbeth.com.au

If you’re looking for evidence-based birth education, Beth offers a range of courses. More information available at www.powerbirthcourse.com.au

Resource links:

newysupply.com.au

Are you preparing to purchase a pram and feeling overwhelmed by all the options? 

In this episode Beth sits down with founder of Babybee prams and safety expert Emily Stone to discuss what you should be looking for when selecting a pram for your growing family. 

Emily breaks down the options and provides questions for you to consider such as, do we want a capsule? Should we be considering a double pram? What kind of accessories do I need to add on? 

The team at Babybee have also put together a pram buying guide to help cut through the noise. Check it out here

This episode is sponsored by PowerBirth childbirth education course. PowerBirth teaches you the knowledge and skills to navigate birth with confidence. The course covers what to expect during labour, how to set up your birth space,, how to work with pain, how to be an amazing support person and so much more. You can learn more about the online and in-person options at www.powerbirthcourse.com.au

In this episode Beth sits down with Dr. Kyla to talk about how we can support our kids to foster a positive relationship with food. Kyla has a PhD in childhood weight management and 15 years experience working with restrictive eaters. 

Food and meals are a big part of family life and many of us feel stressed or unsure what we should be feeding our children and how we should be setting them up for success. Kyla shares some of the ways in which we can model healthy behaviors around food and in turn, help our children create a healthy relationship with their amazing body.  

You can learn more about Dr Kyla on instagram @dr_kyla and her offerings via her website www.mealtimes.com.au

This week’s podcast is brought to you by Aussie baby sleepwear brand, ergoPouch. If you haven’t heard of ergoPouch they make certified organic, premium, ergonomically designed sleepwear.

Their safe sleep range covers newborn up to 12 years of age and we have been big fans since our 2 year old daughter Poppy was just a newborn.

We’ve found their TOG-rated sleeping bags are snug and cosy, but also breathable, ensuring Pops is comfy all night long. They also wash incredibly well, keeping their shape and feel – a testament to their excellent quality

I’m super excited to share that ergoPouch have just launched their new range of timeless Heritage prints curated exclusively in-house in Melbourne. The designs are beautiful, playful and nature-inspired.

You can purchase the NEW Heritage Collection and the entire ergoPouch range exclusively online through at ergopouch.com.au

In this episode, Beth sits down with Dr. Erin Bowe to discuss the signs and symptoms of birth trauma and what you can do next if you feel traumatised by the events of your birth. 

Erin shares valuable information about the ways in which birth trauma can manifest itself in the postpartum period as well as practical strategies for getting help.  

Erin has a wonderful range of resources designed to support new mothers, which you can access here. 

A huge thank you to our episode sponsor, BabyDink!  

As lovely as baby snuggles are, sometimes we need to be hands-free. Our friends at BabyDink know that new parents don’t often have a lot of time (or headspace!) to be dealing with anything too complicated, so they’ve designed the ultimate “no-wrap wrap” to keep your baby close without the admin. 

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Get 15% off their entire range using the code GROW15 at the checkout. This code cannot be used with any other offer. Available only at babydink.com.au.

In this episode, host Beth sits down with mum of two Emily McCarthy. 

Emily shares what it was like to navigate on-going pregnancy sickness and prepare for her second birth after having had a traumatic birth with her first baby. We also learn about Em’s unexpectedly complex postpartum and how it felt to receive and ultimately recover from a devastating cancer diagnosis just weeks after meeting her second baby. 

This episode is truly a beautiful listen and one I know you will get so much from.. You can follow Em on Instagram @emac5555 and sign up to her newsletter at https://emilymccarthy.substack.com/https://emilymccarthy.substack.com/ 

Listen to Em’s birth first story here: 

https://australianbirthstories.com/podcast/episode-243/ 

For more information on bowel cancer screening, treatment and support visit 

https://www.bowelcanceraustralia.org/ 

A huge thank you to this week’s episode sponsor Tommee Tippee and their amazing Made for Me™ Wearable Breast Pump. Powered by you, the newest Tommee Tippee breast pump is wearable and cord-free! It slips comfortably into your bra, meaning you can pump totally hands-free – whenever, wherever. It can be controlled using the Tommee Tippee app, and is the only breast pump that mimics a baby's natural suckling motion using smart ConstantComfort™ technology. The breast pump has a clever nipple-alignment light to help you pump in the most comfortable position, day or night, and the milk collector bottle is compatible with Tommee Tippee’s award-winning Closer to Nature® teats, so you can feed your baby in a few simple steps. The Made for Me™ Wearable Breast Pump is available now from tommeetippee.com.au and Baby Bunting stores.

There has been A LOT happening behind the scenes of Growing so In this episode, host Beth gives you a quick update on all things life and biz.

This episode of Growing is brought to you by PowerBirth, a comprehensive childbirth education course developed by an experienced midwife and passionate childbirth educator.

PowerBirth is specifically designed to reduce overwhelm, increase confidence and simply help you understand what to expect and how to work with your body throughout labour.

PowerBirth teaches you about your birth hormones, how to be an amazing support person, strategies for helping your baby adopt a great position in the pelvis, evidence based ways to reduce the chance of tearing and so so much more.

This course is available online at birthwithbeth.com.au/powerbirth-online

In celebration of World Breastfeeding Week and this years theme ‘Enabling Breastfeeding: Making a Difference For Working Parents’ host Beth is joined by Courtney Garland, registered nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and pediatric sleep specialist to talk about how you can prepare to return to the paid workplace when your baby is still being breastfed. 

We discuss practical strategies for navigating conversations with your boss, what equipment you should have on hand, how often you will need to pump during the work day and strategies to help your baby take the bottle. 

Episode resources: 

Courtney’s website and Instagram https://mamalinc.com/mama-linc-online-classes/ @mamalinc

Australian Breastfeeding Association milk storage guidelines https://www.breastfeeding.asn.au/resources/storing-ebm 

Episode sponsor: 

This episode of Growing is brought to you by Sleepybelly. Sleepybelly’s pregnancy pillow is honestly a game changer for pregnant women everywhere. It is no secret that getting comfortable in bed when you are pregnant becomes increasingly difficult as the months tick on. Sleepybelly’s unique design provides support for your back side and tummy, helping you to drift off and achieve a deeper, more restful sleep.

Sleepybelly are so confident that you will love their pillow that they offer a 30-night money back guarantee. You can get 10% off your pillow with the code BWB10. Visit www.sleepybelly.com.au to shop now.

Wondering what you can do to take care of your little one’s oral health and prevent problems down the track? Listen to this! 

Host Beth sits down with Dr. Bethany, a qualified dentist AND educator to learn how we can care for little teeth and gums. Bethany answers questions such as: 

And SO much more. 

You can connect with Dr. Bethany via her website or on instagram @drbethanystoothtales

Remember to hit ‘follow’ to get more episodes of Growing in your ears every week. 

A huge thank you to this week’s episode sponsor, iL Tutto. 

iL Tutto’s range of stylish, functional, and ever-so-cosy Nursing Chairs will provide you with the ergonomic support and the comfort your body needs, making your feeding journey more relaxing and enjoyable. iL Tutto are offering our Growing audience an exclusive 15% off code for the next month, which can be used across their huge range of stylish Nursing Chairs, along with their CoZee Co-Sleeping Bassinets, Cots, Chests and even play mats! This code expires at 11:59pm Sunday 27 th August and cannot be used with any other offer. Only available at iltutto.com.au

DISCOUNT CODE: GROW15

To connect with Beth and learn more about how she can support you in pregnancy visit www.birthwithbeth.com.au or checkout her Instagram @birthwithbeth_ 

In this episode of Growing, host and midwife Beth Ryan takes you through what to expect during the first six weeks of your baby’s life. 

A must listen for any pregnant mum, Beth details what normal feeding and sleeping patterns can look like with a newborn baby, how each day may look different, ways to settle your newborn and strategies for helping you feel calm and rested during your early postpartum. 

This episode is brought to you by Tommee Tippee and their newest baby monitor which is available now!

Introducing, Dreamsense – The smart baby monitor that senses everything but only communicates what matters most.

This i-OS or Android app-connected monitor helps parents relax and get some much-needed sleep. It includes a HD, pan and tilt night-vision camera and a wireless and rechargeable Parent Pod that uses colour and sound to communicate changes in baby’s sleep and surroundings.

Tracking sound, temperature, humidity, and light levels while baby sleeps, it plots any environmental changes on a timeline alongside any sleep disturbances. And if baby does stir in the night, parents can play a unique message, or use pre-set lullabies and sounds to help settle them. Head to tommeetippee.com to learn more.

Resource links:

Listen to Growing Episode 48: What should I expect in the 48 hours after I give birth? on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Listen to Growing Episode 46: Practical strategies for a positive postpartum with biochemist, mum and doula Dr. Renee White on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

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In this BONUS episode host Beth Ryan and special co-host Jen Butler take you behind the scenes of their new business launch, Build & Bloom. 

Jen and Beth have both pivoted from working in full-time clinical careers to owning thriving online businesses and now they are on a mission to help other women achieve the same level of freedom, flexibility and fulfilment that they do. 

If you are a mum who wants to explore a different way to work during this season of life, this episode is not to be missed! 

From 18th-20th July 2023, Jen and Beth are hosting a FREE live training event called ‘What’s Your Why’. You can sign up at www.jenbutler.com.au/findyourwhy and check out the Build & Bloom Instagram page @buildandbloom_gals