Join host Alyce Wood for a solo episode of The Mum Athlete podcast, where she shares the raw realities of juggling travel, motherhood, and elite sport. From sicknesses to successes, Alyce opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her recent month, offering listeners a glimpse into the chaotic but beautiful journey of being a mum athlete.

The acronym WAG, often associated with the Wives and Girlfriends of athletes, is familiar to many, but what about their counterpart? In this episode Alyce dives into a conversation with her husband, Jordan Wood, to delve into his role as a HAB (Husband and Boyfriend). Throughout their journey, he's served as a pillar of support, handling logistics, offering guidance, and filling various other roles. This discussion highlights the importance of a supportive partner or ally in navigating the Mum Athlete journey.

In this episode I'm joined by Dr Melanie Haymen who is a guru when it comes to Mums in sport. In fact, if you’re looking at starting a family as an athlete I would have no doubt that you have read an article or a guideline with her name on it. During the episode we talk about optimizing performance and health before conception to navigating the physical demands of pregnancy and postpartum recovery. Whether you're an elite athlete considering motherhood or simply curious about this fascinating intersection of sports and maternity, this episode offers a wealth of information and inspiration.