This week we have recruited IVF specialist and fellow podcaster, Dr Raelia Lew.

We had so much to ask her about IVF that we focused this ep only on ‘Are IVF pregnancies different?’. 

We know that listeners wanted to know:

• Why hospitals have different protocols about IVF pregnancies
• Whether you are classed as high risk
• If you can still choose midwifery care
• Why early induction was recommended

+ lots more.

Dr Raelia's Podcast: Knocked Up
Find Dr Raelia's on Instagram: @drraelialew
Dr Raelia's Clinic: Women's Health Melbourne

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Dr Pat and Brigid are back with their fourth Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners of The Kick.

This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

• Travel during pregnancy
• Doulas
• What to expect when your period returns post-birth
• Choosing a planned caesarean over a vaginal birth
• Genetic screening tests
• The next steps if you are surprised by the results of your genetic screening test

Listen to episode 70. Should I have a vaginal birth or caesarean section?

https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/70-should-i-have-a-vaginal-birth-or-caesarean-section/id1469497070?i=1000621434801

If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer:

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LINKS

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Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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This week Dr Pat and Brigid answered a listener's question about the different types of cord insertions and what they mean for your pregnancy.

This episode will cover:

• What is the cord insertion.
• The types of cord insertions and how common each of them are.
• How the type of cord insertion is diagnosed.
• Problems with uncommon or abnormal cord insertions.
• How pregnancies with uncommon or abnormal cord insertions are managed.
• If the type of cord insertion you have can impact how you deliver your baby.

Listen to Episode 37. All about the umbilical cord.

 https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/37-all-about-the-umbilical-cord/id1469497070?i=1000485815540

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Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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 Hands up if you have questioned if it is early labour or more Braxton Hicks?

 This week in The Kick we give a run down on what to expect with Braxton Hicks, such as:

• What they feel like
• When they can occur
• What to do if they become uncomfortable
• Irritable uterus
• When it is actually early labour.

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This ep of The Kick we cover the pros and cons of both vaginal and Caesarean birth.

This is a very chatty episode because the answer is…nuanced.

The first question we delve into is why someone would ask this question?

We talk about:

• A medical indication where a Caesarean section is suggested.
• A history of trauma, or fear surrounding vaginal birth.
• Concern about sexual function after vaginal birth
• Maybe a birth story has made someone think ‘nope, not for me.’
• Or they feel a planned Caesarean section seems more manageable.

You can find links to the episodes Brigid talks about below:

 Episode 30. Assisted delivery, a really common birth intervention

 https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/30-assisted-delivery-a-really-common-birth-intervention/id1469497070?i=1000472866240

 Episode 64. What happens in a planned caesarean?

 https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/64-what-happens-in-a-planned-caesarean/id1469497070?i=1000615770213

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In this episode we explore in this episode why you might be recommended bedrest during pregnancy, as well as its benefits, and potential complications. 

If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer:

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 This episode of The Kick Pregnancy Podcast is all about who is in the room when you give birth, and why they are there.

 In the ep we:

•  help you visualise your baby’s birth and prepare you for what you should expect
•  go through who is in the room and why they are there 
•  talk about the different birth scenarios and how the personnel changes
•  ask you to think about who you want in the room at different stages

If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer:

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Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/

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Join Dr Pat and Brigid in their third Q and A session as they answer questions from listeners.

This Q and A session answers the following listener questions:

• Fertility and TTC after a laparoscopy for endometriosis.
• Does an under active thyroid have any impact on fertility?
• Subsequent VBACs.
• Reactions to unplanned pregnancies.
• Orthopaedic injuries and delivery options.
• Return to fertility after an early pregnancy miscarriage.

If you have a question on IVF pregnancies that you would like answer in an upcoming episode, please leave your message on our speakpipe:

https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby

If you want your question answered in an upcoming Q and A, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer:

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Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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You may have heard that obstetricians don’t like birth plans. 

Well, as you know we love a good myth bust and this old chestnut can join the list.

This episode covers:

• Why you may want a birth plan
• What goes into a birth plan
• Birth plans for all types of births: vaginal, assisted and caesarean
• How to ask the 'right' questions of your provider
• When to give your birth plan to your provider

If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer:

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LINKS

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Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

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This week Dr Pat and Brigid answered a listener's question who wanted to know what to do if you are strictly breastfeeding but wanting to get pregnant.

This episode will cover:

• Breastfeeding as a method of contraception
• Why breastfeeding stops ovulation
• How to stimulate ovulation after or while you still breastfeeding
• Secondary infertility

If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer:

https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby

LINKS

Join our pregnancy and birth course

Join our getting pregnancy course

Instagram @thekickpregnancypodcast

Facebook @thekickpregnancypodcast

Just pregnant? Download our checklist to take to your first appointment.

Website: https://www.growmybaby.com.au/

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.