Listen to Shannon's story of her first baby, intrusive thoughts and more here: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shannon-intrusive-thoughts-newborn-bonding-premature/id1616381789?i=1000718407409

In this episode we hear Shannon's second pregnancy where a diagnosis of IUGR shapes her journey,

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Content Note: the topics of Suicidal Ideation and Pregnancy Termination are discussed in this episode, see supports below.

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Welcome to Part Two of Ellie's Story, where we discuss the flow on mental and emotional health impact from motherhood with a medically complex child, navigating relationships, self-care, parenting, and finding so much beauty and joy throughout it all . I hope you all enjoy X

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Welcome to Part One of Ellie's Story, where after a much wanted and straightforward pregnancy, her beautiful baby is diagnosed in early postpartum with Congenital Heart Disease and Hirschsprung Disease, and everything that followed.

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So - is Freebirth Safe? Is everyone who freebirths influenced by the dogmatic teachings of the Freebirth Society??? Or is it empowering, the only way to truly 'own' your birth? Or somewhere in the middle of all of this, just something some women choose because they feel it is right for them.

There has been a lot of media attention recently around Freebirth - notably the recent Guardian Investigation into the Freebirth Society, and media surrounding the Stacey Wernecke case here in Australia.

Here to unpack is Keshia - sharing her story of four fabulous freebirths, and her podcast series discussing all of the sides of freebirth.

Content note: discussion of stillbirth and birth trauma.

Freebirth Series: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/if-youre-looking-for-permission-you-shouldnt-do-this/id1829401357?i=1000778600233

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Guardian Investigation Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3PTxBUtZIdZXyUnljaXAbo?si=NUAURU2xQSq0Y8o4B55APA&utm_source=native-share-menu&nd=1&dlsi=e240392905984f9e

Link to Keshia's first Mothergroup episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/keshia-tognazzini-triggers-tantra-tradwives-talking/id1616381789?i=1000696340368

Superfeast discount code as discussed in episode: Enjoy 10% off your order with the code RETURNTOWISDOM

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Content warning there is discussion of infant loss in this episode, links below.

Welcome to Alyce's story of twins diagnosed with twin to twin transfusion syndrome in utero.

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Welcome to Anna's story of Motherhood that includes unexplained infertility, an uncomplicated twin pregnancy, emergency caesarean, both of her twin girls being born unresponsive, the journey back to full health for her twin girls, self-care and trust and everything in between!

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How do you continue on and mother after loss? Is there a connection between grief and spirituality? Do you care what people think of you anymore after your world crumbles beneath your feet??

We discuss this and more in today's episode with writer Bella Brennan.

Topics covered include: practicalities of parenting whilst moving through grief, impact on relationships, the strength and fearlessness that evolves after deep loss, letting go of 'Tall Poppy Syndrome', coming out of the dark and what healing continues to look like.

Content Note - there is discussion of addiction and depression in this episode.

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The Fifth Trimester: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-fifth-trimester/id1863599847

Lu's Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lu-reeves-multiple-sclerosis-pregnancy-after-diagnosis/id1616381789?i=1000752937974

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Welcome to my story of a third unexpected pregnancy and everything that followed.

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Enjoy this repost during the Victorian school holidays, originally published in January 2025.

Content warning, as the title suggests we discuss suicidal ideation as well as the topic of late-term stillbirth in this episode.

In a world where privacy is increasingly sacred, this is a format to share your story in a way that feels good for you if you want to remain unidentified.

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Thank you to every single mother who has been so unbelievably brave and generous in sharing their story, I'm beyond grateful!!!

Enjoy this repost during the Victorian school holiday break.

Originally published June 2025.

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Welcome to Mel's story of experiencing Postnatal Depression with both of her girls. It is such a beautiful episode and I hope you all enjoy X

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