Hello, Bump

No you're not losing it, your emotions have changed and science says that having a child changes your brain forever. 

In latest episode of parenting podcast This Glorious Mess, Dr Golly breaks down the reason you may cry at the news. Or feel overcome by emotions at the smallest things.

It turns out that your amygdala, your brain’s emotional HQ, opens up a whole new range of emotions designed to help you care for your child. But it also starts to influence how you interact with the world around you... and guess what, its forever!  

You can listen to more of This Glorious Mess here. 

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Host: Tegan Natoli, Annaliese Todd

With thanks to Dr Golly & Thom Lion

Producer: Grace Rouvray

Audio Producer: Lu Hill

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A mum with a birth plan, and a baby with a very different idea…

Michelle Battersby’s birth was long, her baby got stuck and she was forced to pivot to a birth she had never considered.

The entrepreneur, marketing guru & founder of Sunroom shared her diary of a birth.

Diary Of A Birth features mums telling their miraculous stories of bringing life into the world, and we have all medical questions and concerns cleared up by one of Australia’s favourite paediatricians, Dr Golly.

Find Diary Of A Birth on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Mamamia

f you’d like to share your birth story, we’d love to hear from you at [email protected] or send us a voice note here.

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CREDITS:
Host: Ksenija Lukich
Expert: Dr Golly
Executive Producer: Georgie Page
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach and Lu Hill

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They say hindsight is 20/20 and looking back on our first few months as parents we can definitely say there are some things we nailed… and definitely others we failed.

Some of us (Luca) might not remember the finer details, but today we’re retracing our first steps into parenthood.

So what can we give ourselves a pat on the back for? And what did we let go through to the keeper?

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Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Luca Lavigne

Producer: Taylah Strano

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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Not sure if you’re aware of not… but there are A LOT of products you can buy for your baby.

It can be quite overwhelming shopping for a newborn. And we don’t just mean cute clothes, but all the stuff that’s going to make life easy and comfy, for both you & your baby.

From breast pumps to bottle warmers, this is our complete guide of stuff you actually need to raise a small human.

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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PRODUCTS MENTIONED: 

At home:
Hanging Nappy Caddy 
Puppy Pads
Velcro Swaddles 
Love To Dream Arms Up Swaddle
Vomit towels 
Babybee Lola Rocker
Dockatot Baby Lounger
Underarm Thermometer
Baby Nail Clippers
Ubbi Nappy Bin
Polaroid Camera

In the car: 
Multi-Age Use Car Seat 
Baby Mirror

On the go: 
Spark Of Wild Baby Backpack
Baby Dink Baby Carrier
Portable Bottle Warmer
Pigeon Powdered Milk Divider
Apero Label Breastfeeding Shirt
Bonds Move Maternity Bra
Lozi & Gabe Pop Up Beach Tent
Rockit Portable Rocker

Baby Books:
Guess How Much I Love You
My Best Friend Is A Giraffe
ROAR 

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Luca Lavigne

Producer: Taylah Strano

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Well, well, well… long time no see, friends. Welcome back to Hello Bump.

Last time we spoke, Jessie & Luca walked you through the arrival of their beautiful baby girl, Luna. 

Now that the dust has settled and they’re in the swing of life with baby, we wanted to know…has parenting been anything like they expected?

In this episode, Jessie & Luca take us through what the first four months of parenting were really like. SPOILER: things were not as they expected.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Luca Lavigne

Producer: Taylah Strano

Executive Producer: Courtney Ammenhauser

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

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A lot has happened since you last heard from us. For one, Jessie had a baby! 

But her labour and birth didn't exactly go to plan...

So today we've brought in Jessie's partner Luca so the two of them can discuss it from both sides of the experience, from the first contraction to when they met baby Luna. Consider this an experiment into how well our partners are paying attention in the delivery room.

Everyone's experience is unique. Always seek medical advice to find what's right for you. 

If you're struggling postpartum, you can find local support here.

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

EVERYTHING MENTIONED: 

Emergency Meeting: Jessie's Birth Story

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Luca Lavigne

Producer: Cassie Merritt

Executive Producer: Gia Moylan

Audio Producer: Scott Stronach

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

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Congrats, you did it! The arrival of a new baby is an exciting time but it can also be incredibly challenging. Healing emotionally and physically, navigating sleep schedules, breastfeeding, nappies, mental health and adjusting to the new dynamic - it’s a lot.

In this episode, we'll discuss what to expect in the first 6 weeks with a new baby. We'll speak with Postpartum doula Dr. Renee White about asking for help and creating a supportive network to lean on.

Plus we'll hear from clinical psychiatrist Dr. Lisa Myers about the very real mental health challenges that can come up during the fourth trimester. 

Everyone's experience is unique. Always seek medical advice to find what's right for you. 

If you're struggling postpartum, you can find local support here.

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Gemma Pranita

Producer: Cassie Merritt

With thanks to: Dr. Renee White & Dr. Lisa Myers

Executive Producer: Elissa Ratliff

Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au

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It’s month 9 and your baby is about the size of a watermelon - it’s go time! This episode will guide you through the stages of labour, delivery and recovery.

Our expert guest midwife Beth Ryan will offer tips for navigating your birth with confidence. We'll discuss the role of your support team, working with hormones, pain relief and how to surrender in labour for a positive birth experience. We'll also hear birth stories from you, our listeners.

Plus, we'll speak with the founder of Australian Birth Stories, Sophie Walker about managing and processing the difficulties and trauma which can occur during birth. 

Everyone's experience is unique. Always seek medical advice to find what's right for you. 

If you experienced any form of trauma during your birth, you can find support here

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Gemma Pranita

Producer: Cassie Merritt

With thanks to: Beth Ryan & Sophie Walker

You can check out the PowerBirth course by Beth Ryan, here.

You can check out Australian Birth Stories by Sophie Walker, here.

Executive Producer: Elissa Ratliff

Audio Producer: Leah Porges

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au

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It's month 8. The last days of pregnancy, sometimes stretching weeks (ugh!) are usually when the fear sets in. This episode is here to help. By now, your baby is the size of a pineapple, and you’re approaching the pointy end (pun intended.)

In this episode, we’ll help you stay realistic for when your baby arrives. Our expert guest Dr. Kath Whitton will cover the basics of what life will look like when your baby arrives and what happens if your baby is born premature. 

You can find more information about coping after premature birth here.

Everyone's experience is unique. Always seek medical advice to find what's right for you. 

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Gemma Pranita

Producer: Cassie Merritt

With thanks to: Dr. Kath Whitton

Executive Producer: Elissa Ratliff

Audio Producer: Madeline Joannou 

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au

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It’s month 7 and your baby is roughly the size of an eggplant. By now, you’ve surely been overwhelmed by an avalanche of unwarranted (though well-intentioned) tips on how to prepare for the baby. 

In this episode, we’re going back to basics. From getting your home ready, stocking up on nappies, wipes and baby gear to setting up your nursery. 

We’ll hear tips on all that from professional organiser Carmen Strong and explore the highs of finding out your baby’s gender, baby showers and picking a name. Plus our listeners share some of their must-have baby items.

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Gemma's New Mum Must-haves: 

• Baby Trolley
• Nursery Wall Storage
• Haakaa Silicone Breast Pump

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GET IN TOUCH:

Hello Bump is a podcast by Mamamia. Listen to more Mamamia podcasts here

CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Gemma Pranita

Producer: Cassie Merritt

With thanks to: Carmen Strong

You can find Carmen's new mum must-haves here.

Executive Producer: Elissa Ratliff

Audio Producer: Leah Porges 

Mamamia acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

Just by reading our articles or listening to our podcasts, you’re helping to fund girls in schools in some of the most disadvantaged countries in the world - through our partnership with Room to Read. We’re currently funding 300 girls in school every day and our aim is to get to 1,000. Find out more about Mamamia at mamamia.com.au

Support the show: https://www.mamamia.com.au/mplus/

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