In this episode, we’re shining a light on pre-eclampsia—one of the most important complications that can arise during pregnancy. We explore what pre-eclampsia is, who is at risk, the warning signs to look out for, how it’s diagnosed, and the latest approaches to management and treatment. Whether you’re an expectant parent, healthcare professional, or simply interested in maternal health, this episode offers practical, evidence-based information to help you better understand this potentially serious condition.

And because timing is everything, we’re recording this while gearing up to watch the All-Ireland GAA Football Final as proud Mayo supporters. Hope springs eternal… even if it’s now 75 years since Mayo last lifted the Sam Maguire Cup! Maybe this is finally the year—or maybe we’ll just add another chapter to the rollercoaster that is being a Mayo fan.

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In this episode, we explore diabetes in pregnancy and what it means for both mother and baby. We discuss the different types of diabetes that can occur during pregnancy, including gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes, and explain why early diagnosis and effective management are so important.

Join us as we unpack risk factors, screening, blood glucose monitoring, nutrition, physical activity, medication options, and what to expect during pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.

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In this episode, we discuss the growing maternity care crisis across the UK and why it has become one of the NHS’s most pressing patient safety challenges. Drawing on recent national investigations and independent reviews, we explore how chronic staff shortages, underfunding, poor workplace culture, and inconsistent standards of care have contributed to avoidable harm for mothers and babies.

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Welcome to today’s episode. We’re discussing a topic that affects millions of families around the world but is often misunderstood: preterm birth.

Every year, babies are born too soon, and with that early arrival can come unexpected challenges, uncertainty, and remarkable stories of resilience. Whether you’re a parent, healthcare professional, or simply interested in learning more, this conversation aims to provide insight, support, and hope.

In this episode, we’ll explore what preterm birth is, why it happens, the impact it can have on babies and their families, and the advances in care that are helping more premature babies survive and thrive. We’ll also hear personal experiences that remind us of the strength of families navigating this journey.

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Did you know that Group B Streptococcus (GBS), commonly known as Strep B, affects many pregnant women and can have important implications for both mother and baby?

In this episode, we sit down with experts to discuss:

✔️ What Strep B infection is

✔️ How it is detected during pregnancy

✔️ Potential risks for expectant mothers and newborns

✔️ Prevention and treatment options

✔️ What every parent-to-be should know

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In this episode, we’re diving into one of the most talked-about topics in early parenthood: breast feeding vs bottle feeding.

We share our own personal feeding journeys, the challenges we faced, the decisions we made, and how our experiences shaped our views on feeding our babies. From expectations and realities to the emotional and practical sides of both options, we’re having an honest, judgment-free conversation about what worked for us and why every family’s journey is different.

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This week we talk about Marie’s fight with breast cancer treatment and living life fighting this disease. Pour yourself a beverage and tune in!

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Birth partners: part coach, part snack runner, part emotional support human. In this episode, we dive into the laughs, surprises, and essential role of the people helping us through labor—without (hopefully) passing out.

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In this episode, we explore how immunisations help protect babies during pregnancy, after birth, and throughout the early months of life. We discuss which vaccines are recommended during pregnancy, and how they help pass protection to your baby.

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Every birth is different—and so is every approach to pain relief. In this episode, we talk through your options so you can feel prepared, supported, and empowered.

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