In this episode of Growing I sit down with Dr. Renee White, biochemist, mum and doula. Renee provides so much practical advice for parents preparing for parenthood including strategies for implementing support, tips on how to create respectful boundaries and how to genuinely take care of yourself in motherhood. Renee combines her qualification and experience of working as a biochemist to provide research-informed support and advice to new parents. I absolutely LOVED this chat and know that you will too. 

Renee is the founder of Australia's first biochemist-led doula village where she and her team provide high quality continuity of care for parents journeying through pregnancy and postpartum. You can learn more about their services at www.ifillyourcup.com and on Instagram @fillyourcup_ 

Resource links:

The Science of Motherhood Podcast with Dr. Renee White

Insight Timer - Free Meditation App

Grab 'The Quickie' - Renee’s Go-To Guide for The Fourth Trimester

Are you preparing to give birth? 

If you want to feel excited and empowered for birth (leave the nerves behind!) my online birth preparation course is the PERFECT fit. Jump over to my website www.birthwithbeth.com.au/courses to learn more about how I can support you.

Keen for more? Follow @birthwithbeth_ on instagram for education, updates and insights. Consider it midwifery with a side of motherhood. 

In today’s episode I sit down with Jessica Rolph, mother of three, co-founder and CEO of Lovevery. Our chat is about so much more than the wonderful age-based playkits that Lovevery makes. Jessica and I talk about the dance between paid work and parenting, how to navigate those challenges and how the grass can always feel greener. I absolutely loved this chat and know that you will get so much out of it. 

Head to lovevery.com or follow Jess on Instagram @jessicarolph to learn more!

Are you preparing to give birth? 

If you want to feel excited and empowered for birth (leave the nerves behind!) my online birth preparation course is the PERFECT fit. Jump over to my website www.birthwithbeth.com.au/courses to learn more about how I can support you.

Keen for more? Follow @birthwithbeth_ on Instagram for education, updates and insights. Consider it midwifery with a side of motherhood. 

Today we are joined by Susie Prout, midwife, lactation consultant and mum of three. Susie takes us through what to expect in the early days of breastfeeding including:

And so much more. 

I love Susie’s modern, judgment free approach to breastfeeding support and if you are looking for more I highly recommend joining her breastfeeding success membership. To learn more you can follow the link here or follow Susie on Instagram

If you’re pregnant and looking for birth education visit Beth’s website www.birthwithbeth.com.au to check out her range of empowering, evidence based courses designed to help you feel confident and calm. 

In today’s episode of Growing we are joined by Millie as she shares with us the birth of her first baby, her daughter Tigerlily. 

Today we pick up where we left off in episode 42. Millie shares with us what it was like to realise she was going into labour, how she managed the earlier hours at home with her husband and what unfolded after arriving at the hospital in active labour. 

In today’s episode of Growing we are joined by Millie as she shares with us the birth of her first baby, her daughter Tigerlily. 

This story is an amazing listen! Millie shares generously about her experience being diagnosed with GD and the way she advocated for herself throughout her pregnancy, the many ways he and her husband Tom prepared for birth as a team and the challenge of waiting for labour to begin beyond 40 weeks gestation.

Resource links:

Australian Birth Stories Podcast

Sophie Walker’s Birth Class

Podcast Episode 254: Beth on Australian Birth Stories

Today on the podcast we are joined by Sharon Stoliar. Sharon is an Australian midwife, mother and author. Following a traumatic birth experience that left her with long-term health complications, Sharon became a fierce advocate for change and a voice for birthing women everywhere. Her book “Scars of Gold” details her journey from a harrowing postpartum, lengthy recovery and road to recognition in which she worked  tirelessly to ensure her concerns were heard and systems were changed. 

sharonstoliar.com

Follow Sharon on IG: @sharonstoliar

Sharon’s email address: [email protected]

This episode is proudly sponsored by ergoPouch. Check out their Outlet now for great savings!

Today on the podcast Beth is joined by Erica Carew, a mum and school teacher with a passion for creativity and play! Simple activities can have a profound impact on a child’s development and play can start from the moment they are born. In this episode, Erica shares with us: 

You can learn more about Erica and her wonderful resources at https://www.chroniclesofplay.com.au/

Keen to learn more about your host Beth? Beth is a registered midwife and loves supporting families to prepare for birth. Head to www.birthwithbeth.com.au to find out which course is for you. 

In today’s episode of Growing, host Beth Ryan is joined by relationship and parenting coach Leonie Akhidenor to discuss the challenges couples face in their relationships after having kids. Drawing on questions and concerns submitted by their online community, they explore topics such as the mental load, communication, lack of libido, resentment, and self-care.

Leonie provides valuable insights on how to share the mental load, communicate effectively, and delegate tasks to create a more balanced partnership. They also discuss the importance of prioritizing self-care, finding ways to maintain intimacy, and addressing any underlying feelings of resentment.

Whether you're a new parent or an experienced one, this episode is full of practical tips and advice for navigating the ups and downs of relationships after kids. Tune in now to learn more!

In this episode of Growing we are joined by Kate. Kate is a registered nurse and internationally board certified lactation consultant. Having worked in both community paediatrics and the neonatal unit, Kate now runs an instagram page and private lactation support practice, Little Bird Lactation. 

In this episode we discuss: 

- Should you purchase a pump in pregnancy why/why not?

- Reasons people commence pumping

- Pumping pros / cons 

- Pumping equipment: What do you actually need?

- Where to find support with pumping 

You can connect with Kate on Instagram @littlebirdlactation and her website www.littlebirdlactation.co.nz 

Labour can be intense! Sometimes we are shocked by the intensity of labour and can rapidly begin to spiral or panic. In today’s episode I share 3 of my favourite strategies for helping you keep calm and remain confident in labour. 

If you want to learn more about preparing for labour and birth, sign up to my birth course PowerBirth at www.powerbirthcourse.com.au 

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