In this next episode I chat to Nicola who talks me through her spontaneous triplet pregnancy. Nicola and her husband attended an early scan when they discovered they were expecting twins, they left that appointment shocked as many of us would. They later attended their hospital scan around the 3 month mark when they saw a third little one on the monitor. So much changed from that moment on!Nicola was monitored closely in hospital from the latter stages of her second trimester. Thankfully her three babes arrived safely into the world via Caesarean birth after an uncomplicated pregnancy that was initially uncertain.This episode is the first of many I will be asking my guest to chat further about their postpartum experience. Everything Nicola shares will relate to each of you from sleep deprivation, the fog lifting and much more

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EP92 - Jo & Katie, IVF, Doula Support, Induction, Unmedicated Positive BirthIn this next episode I share my chat with Jo and her wife Katie. I love chatting with couples, watching their faces as they speak about one of the most significant milestones in their lives is pretty special.I wanted to speak to a same sex couple for so long, the wait was so worth it. This is such an important conversation and demonstrates becoming parents as an LGBT couple is possible. They chat about making the decision to become parents, their IVF journey, pregnancy and Sonny’s incredible birth.Together they invested so much time preparing for this huge life event that was ahead of them, the birth of their baby. From hypnobirthing, breastfeeding classes, inviting @pamjdpilatesdoula to support them, acupuncture, books and YouTube videos, they left no stone unturned. This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipesWaterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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In this next episode I share my chat with Laura who talks me through her two experiences with birth. Laura not only shares her two birth stories but she also chats about other aspects of early motherhood and pregnancy too. The birth of her first little girl definitely wasn’t what Laura expected which she feels contributed to some tough moments as a first time mother.Laura was diagnosed with pregnancy depression while expecting her second baby. She chats about her symptoms, support and how “the lights were turned back on” as a result of receiving the right treatment. Laura was also supported by Jen Crawford Co-founder of @doulacareireland who was at the end of the phone anytime she needed. She changed her mindset, used the BRAIN acronym and told herself she would enjoy this Laura’s daughter was admitted to NICU after a diagnosis of sepsis and a urinary infection. She talks us through those first few days, her stay in NICU and when they eventually took her home.Thank you Laura for sharing as much as you did ❤️This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipesWaterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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In this next episode I share my chat with Katie who talks me through her journey to motherhood. Katie suffered loss, experienced trauma due to an emergency caesarean birth, underwent two positive elective caesarean births and received a PCOS diagnosis. There is so much more in Katie's story but I will let her tell you everything in between from being admitted to hospital for 6 weeks whilst pregnant with her first boy, each of her breastfeeding journeys and constant issues with her blood pressure. Katie also shares that although her first baby is aged 7, she is only now recognising how traumatic his birth was and has sought the help of a councllor who helped her realised this. Another message within this weeks episode for those of you that might need to hear it. Thank you Katie!

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I just adored listening to Fiona’s three births. Her first homebirth was 10 years ago when we knew very little about the service and her most recent homebirth was in 2018.Her first babe arrived at home by the fire in the birth pool, her second on the landing as her little girl listened to her mama from her bed and her third beneath a tree with the sun on her skin in the arms of her husband.Fiona also shared her experience with early pregnancy loss during the pandemic. As a family they took the time to honour their baby that didn’t make it earthside and I really feel there is such an important message within her story. Very often families who experience early pregnancy loss don’t feel they can fully grieve or that such a loss even justifies grief in the eyes of certain people. Fiona’s family grieved, buried their baby under an Evergreen tree and wrote letters to their little one. So so important to allow yourself to feel how you need to feel!Thank you Fiona!This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipesWaterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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Feb 21 - Georgina, One Pregnancy & BirthI love this episode and I’m so fond of Georgina. In this episode I share my chat with Georgina who talks me through her experience with pregnancy and the birth of her little girl Rua. She had such a group of supportive women surrounding her which is so beautiful. They guided her through her preparation into motherhood and in those weeks following Rua's arrival. George wasn't opposed to having an epidural but in the end she brought her little girl into the world with the aid of her 900 song playlist, a husband who she recalls reminded her of a gym coach "breathe in, out, in, out" and the presence of two midwives who were the perfect pairing.A gorgeous light hearted chat about an experience described as "wild but good"

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EP 16 - Two Pregnancies, Hospital Births, Triplet Pregnancy, Caesarean BirthIn this episode I chat to Ali @alidee_g_plus3 who talks me through the births of her four kids, Georgia, Ted, Lenny & Bruce. Ali's first experience with birth was tough with a difficult few weeks recovery. She discusses the importance of being honest with women about what to expect in the pregnancy and also what our bodies go through in those few weeks after baby arrives. She then talks us through the shock of discovering they were pregnancy with triplet boys after suffering a miscarriage just months prior. She was prepared so thoroughly by the hospital teams and highlights how available so many services are if you simply ask. Ali then talks us through the birth of her boys in detail which again was tough but she felt so prepared in comparison to her first birth. She touches on the importance of being aware of your mental & emotional health. This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipesWaterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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In this episode I chat to Catherine (Play at Home Mammy)ho talks me through her three very different births. On her first pregnancy, second stage of labour was so quick with her little man entering the world swiftly. She talks us through a rough few weeks of breastfeeding and the support she availed of to help her alleviate the constant discomfort.She had a C-section with her second pregnancy due to the presence of meconium in her waters and also inconsistencies inconsistencies on the monitor readings with baby.Throughout her third pregnancy she was crippled with SPD and unfortunately needed the support of crutches in the latter stages of her final trimester. She was determined to avoid another section and wanted her VBAC but her little lady was a bit of a trapeze artist and presented breech. Her section date was set but Molly gave her mum what she wanted in the end.Despite restrictions in the hospital Catherine said her experience was "just perfect!"An episode heaving with useful info for expecting women.This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipesWaterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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In this episode I chat to Siobhán who talks me through her experience with pregnancy and birth. She shared many up and downs including a diagnosis of HELLP syndrome, an emergency C-section, isolation and a tough post partum journey. Siobhán also chats about her experience with miscarriage so openly which I know so many of you will relate to.We then dive into her third pregnancy which she struggled with, a contrast to her first. She really endured so much which you will hear throughout the podcast. A story well told, raw honesty and the detail we all need to hearThis episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipesWaterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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This week from Monday - Friday I will  re-release episodes from the early days which I think will be a nice distraction from life at the minute. This week from Monday - Friday I will re-release episodes from the early days which I think will be a nice distraction from life at the minute. Emma & Mikey - Two Pregnancies & Births, Hospital Birth, Induction, HomebirthIn my first couples interview, way back in August 2020 I spoke to Emma & Mikey about the birth of their two boys. Emma’s first experience with birth wasn’t necessarily what she hoped for. She initially wished for a homebirth but the timing just wasn’t right, they were in the middle of building their forever home. Emma chats me through her induction and the birth of her first son.We then chat about her second birth experience at home with the support of her husband Mikey and midwife @midwife_aine. I just adore hearing the perspective of a birth partner or someone who has supported a women throughout her pregnancy.So many of you have already enjoyed listening to this episode and I hope many more of you do.This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipes Waterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.In my first couples interview, way back in August 2020 I spoke to Emma & Mikey about the birth of their two boys. Emma’s first experience with birth wasn’t necessarily what she hoped for. She initially wished for a homebirth but the timing just wasn’t right, they were in the middle of building their forever home. Emma chats me through her induction and the birth of her first son.We then chat about her second birth experience at home with the support of her husband Mikey and midwife @midwife_aine. I just adore hearing the perspective of a birth partner or someone who has supported a women throughout her pregnancy.So many of you have already enjoyed listening to this episode and I hope many more of you do.This episode has been brought to you by @waterfulbabywipes Waterful plastic free baby wipes contain 99.9% purified water and are both fragrance free and alcohol free. Waterful Baby wipes are also 100% plastic free, 100% biodegradable and 100% compostable. Breaking down in a matter of weeks, they are the best choice for our planet and your baby’s future.

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