Hello, Bump

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.

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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Listen to our episode all about pregnancy skincare here.

Gemma's New Mum Must-haves: 

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

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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

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It's month 6. By now, you’re probably starting to feel a little heavy, and that's not just because your baby is now the size of a mango. Thinking about your options for childbirth and making the right choice for you and your family is a lot to carry.

This episode sets you up for a positive birthing experience. Plus, we delve into the world of doulas and midwives and explore how these roles work to support you as you create your birth plan.

Doula duo Shelby & Charlotte join us to talk through mindset work leading up to birth. Plus, we speak with midwife Beth Ryan about all the different types of births, birthing environments and how to advocate for your preferences. 

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

You can find additional support for psychologically preparing for birth here.

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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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: Shelby & Charlotte 

With thanks to: Beth Ryan You can check out Beth's birth course, PowerBirth 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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We're at month 5. By this stage, your baby will be about the size of a large banana! Which is handy because cravings strike at any time.

In this episode, we’re making sure you look after yourself. From proper nutrition and exercise to checking in on your mental health and everything in between.

We'll chat with Bump Day Spa founder Tegan Natoli and Family psychologist Jo Lamble about the power of asking for help, mastering the art of self-care (without guilt!) and the mental load mothers face during pregnancy. 

Everyone's experience is unique, and may not be the best for you. Always seek medical advice to find what's right for you. 

If you're struggling during pregnancy, you can find additional support here.

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

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Subscribe to Mamamia

Listen to our episode all about pregnancy skincare here.

You can join the Huggies Club here for your chance to win 6 months' worth of free Huggies

For your chance to win $50, fill out our Pregnancy and Newborn Survey

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: Tegan Natoli & Jo Lamble

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

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By month 4 your baby is the size of an avocado, and your bump is probably popping! Now is the time to get your finances in order and tell your boss you’re having a baby.

Let's get you set up with some good money habits before the baby comes. But what are your entitlements? How should you talk to your boss about parental leave? Do you need to start investing?

We'll explore all that and more with Mamamia's people and culture manager Yvette Bay and mindful wealth advocate Patti Lupari. Plus we'll hear our listeners’ insights into financial planning for life with a new baby.

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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You can find more information on parental leave here and parental leave pay here

You can join the Huggies Club here for your chance to win 6 months' worth of free Huggies

For your chance to win $50, fill out our Pregnancy and Newborn Survey

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: Yvette Bay & Patti Lupari

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

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s month 3 and you may be starting to show! Your little one’s muscular system is taking shape and they’re about the size of a baseball.

In this episode, we’ll discuss the advantages of using these early months to start thinking about your hospital options and path to birth. Families come in all shapes and sizes, so we’re here to ensure that you know how to access the care that suits your unique needs.

We're joined by pregnancy and birth doula Jade Van Dijk to discuss how she helps expectant mothers navigate their hospital options. Plus, we're speaking with registered nurse and midwife Zoe Robson about the role of education and personalised care during pregnancy. 

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.

THE END BITS

Subscribe to Mamamia

You can join the Huggies Club here for your chance to win 6 months' worth of free Huggies

For your chance to win $50, fill out our Pregnancy and Newborn Survey

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: Jade Van Dijk & Zoe Robson

You can check out Jade's BirthTools course here

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

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s month 2, and while only the size of a kidney bean, your baby is growing at a rapid pace. This growth spurt could be leaving you feeling exhausted, ravenous and sore. Turns out being pregnant isn't all sunshine and rainbows!

In this episode, we delve into the discomforts during pregnancy and ways to navigate tough times. From the impact of common emotional and physical challenges all the way through to coping with severe pregnancy complications.

We're joined by Martha Kalifatidis from Married At First Sight who suffered horrendously with hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) throughout her entire pregnancy. Plus, we’ve brought back our resident expert Dr Caroline De Costa to unpack the science behind common difficulties in pregnancy and how to come out the other side.

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

If you are struggling with HG you can find local support here

Hello Bump is proudly made in partnership with Huggies.

THE END BITS

Subscribe to Mamamia

You can join the Huggies Club here for your chance to win 6 months' worth of free Huggies

For your chance to win $50, fill out our Pregnancy and Newborn Survey

GET IN TOUCH:

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

CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Gemma Pranita

With thanks to: Caroline De Costa & Martha Kalifatidis

Producer: Cassie Merritt

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

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By month 1 your baby is smaller than a grain of rice. Though tiny, the cells forming your baby’s organs and skin are well underway.

This episode will walk you through the first month of pregnancy and what happens now you know you’re having a baby. From common symptoms to skincare products to avoid (actives!) to what you can no longer eat and when you can tell people.

Plus, we're joined by Caroline de Costa, an obstetrician who has been present at the birth of 10,000 babies...and we've got a lot of questions for her.

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.

THE END BITS

Subscribe to Mamamia

Listen to our episode all about pregnancy skincare here.

You can join the Huggies Club here for your chance to win 6 months' worth of free Huggies

For your chance to win $50, fill out our Pregnancy and Newborn Survey

GET IN TOUCH:

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

CREDITS:

Hosts: Jessie Stephens & Gemma Pranita

With thanks to: Caroline de Costa, you can find her book here.

Producer: Cassie Merritt

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

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So, you're growing a human inside you. Or you're thinking about it. Join us for the new season of Hello Bump, where Jessie Stephens (who is currently pregnant) and Gemma Pranita (mum of two)  walk you through pregnancy, month by month with our team of in-house experts. This is pregnancy real talk, where nothing is off limits. From peeing on a stick to the first six weeks at home with a newborn. Get the most honest, practical, and often hilarious insights about what you’re not expecting when you’re expecting. Launching on the 29th of May.

Made in partnership with Huggies Newborn nappies & baby wipes.

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

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Congratulations! You did it. You've got a beautiful little baby. But, uh, now what? How do you feed this thing? And is there a baby hotline you can call when things get too scary?

Bec Judd and Monique Bowley are back for one last time, along with with our crack team of experts Midwife Cath and Dr Sgroi. They're answering all your questions about your first few days with bub, from what baby gear you really need in the hospital, to why you're going to need a bouncer at your door.

Plus, we find out when you can get back on that bicycle (both literally and metaphorically - who's ready for baby number two?) 

Show Notes

Your hosts are Monique Bowley and Bec Judd 

With thanks to our brilliant experts, Dr Joseph Sgroi and Midwife Cath 

This show was produced by Rachel Wagner and Luca Lavigne for the Mamamia Podcast Network.

You can buy books from  any of our podcast guests at our iBooks store at apple.co/mamamia.

And while you are there, please subscribe to the show, and leave a rating and a five star review!

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

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The Impregnator. The Inseminator. Dad. Whatever you call them, partners have a big part to play in your birth. Even if that's just staying quiet, holding your hand and acting as a human stress ball. 

Bec’s husband (and football royalty) Chris Judd joins us in the studio to tell us what birth is like when you’re not the one doing the birthing. From how dads can support a heavily pregnant woman, to how they can manage their own nerves in the birthing suite and help without getting in the way. And the love! Oh yes, the love between a dad and his brand new baby is something truly special.

So grab your dad-to-be, plonk him down on the couch and tell him he's taking Juddy's birth class. 

Show Notes

Your hosts are Monique Bowley and Bec Judd 

With thanks to dad Chris Judd

And the wonderful Dr Joseph Sgroi 

This show was produced by Rachel Wagner and Luca Lavigne for the Mamamia Podcast Network.

You can buy books from  any of our podcast guests at our iBooks store at apple.co/mamamia.

And while you are there, please subscribe to the show, and leave a rating and a five star review!

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

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.