Can spicy food actually put you into labour? In part 3, Sophie Martin and Dr Alex bust some myths from the labour ward. 

Plus, they discuss the problems in women’s healthcare and some of the possible solutions, and how to support people going through baby loss. 

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For support around baby loss, check out Tommys.org

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What actually happens during IVF treatment? In part 2, Sophie Martin sheds light on the complex world of fertility treatments and the financial and emotional toll it takes. 

Sophie and Dr Alex discuss the misunderstood aspects of fertility treatments, the shocking factors that can stop you from receiving IVF treatment on the NHS and what a fertility test actually involves. 

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In part 1, Sophie opens up about the unspoken struggles of infertility, her journey through multiple rounds of IVF and the devastating grief that followed. 

Plus, she discusses the feelings of failure around being unable to carry a child, the responsibility of pregnancy and the lack of support surrounding baby loss.

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In part 3, Emma Reed Turrell explains the 3 most common toxic behaviours in relationships and how to combat them. 

Emma explains techniques for improving your relationships, feeling confident in asking for what you want and working through jealousy with your partner.  

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In part 2, Emma Reed Turrell tells Dr Alex which profile he is and why being a combination of all four is the true aim. 

Emma and Alex discuss how trauma informs who we are as people, how to be truly disciplined and why working towards calm rather than control can lead to a happier life. 

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Therapist, author and podcaster Emma Reed Turrell joins Dr Alex George to explain the blind spots we all have that could affect our relationship with ourselves and our loved ones. 

In part 1, Emma explains the 4 Blind Spot Profiles so you can figure out which one you are, so listen and find out if you are a Rock, Gladiator, Hustler or Bridge. 

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In the final part, Estée Lalonde and Dr Alex George discuss how to find the balance of sharing your life online without sharing too much.

The pair discuss whether they’d share pictures of their children on social media, is it important if your relationship is public or private and the horrible feeling of a vulnerability hangover. 

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In part 2, Estée Lalonde and Dr Alex George discuss the stigma and shame around antidepressants, despite it saving their lives. 

Estée describes having panic attacks without knowing what they were, how baths were where she found solace in her lowest points and Dr Alex shares the real reason the Stompcast began. 

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Lifestyle creator and beauty brand founder, Estée Lalonde joins Dr Alex George for a relaxing stomp this week. 

In part 1, Estée explains why a beauty routine isn’t just about how you feel on the outside, how to be prepared for failure and what we can learn from nervous dogs. 

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In part 3, Abby Rawlinson and Dr Alex George dive into the world of ‘Reparenting’ and why speaking to your inner child isn’t silly, it’s integral for healing. 

Abby explains what reparenting is, the benefits of treating yourself like a toddler and why it’s crucial to have more play in our lives.

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